Chrysler 300 2017 User Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
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VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA
With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore.
Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non­drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public trans­portation.
WARNING!
Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.
This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or op­tional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment described in this manual that are not on this vehicle.
FCA US LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications, and/or make additions to or improve­ments to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manu­factured.
Copyright © 2016 FCA US LLC
SECTION PAGE
INTRODUCTION ...................................................................3
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ......................................7
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ......................................79
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...........................................201
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STARTINGANDOPERATING.........................................................289
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 2 3 4 5
WHATTODOINEMERGENCIES ......................................................373
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MAINTAININGYOURVEHICLE .......................................................393
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES .........................................................443
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE .................................................449
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INDEX..........................................................................455
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6 7 8 9 10

INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .........................4
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER .........6
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ...............4
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ................5
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .....6
4 INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC ve­hicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis­tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to read these publications carefully. Following the instructions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referencing, and remain with the vehicle when sold.
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained techni­cians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about your satisfaction.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire.
Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustra­tions may differ from your vehicle’s equipment.
The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this Owner’s Manual:
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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against oper­ating procedures that could result in a collision, bodily injury and/or death. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If
you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cau­tions.
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is on the left front corner of the instrument panel. The VIN is visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration, and the title.
VIN Location
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also located on the right front strut tower inside the engine compartment.
VIN Location
NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

CONTENTS
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ...............9
Tamper Alert ...........................15
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Keyless Push Button Ignition ................9
KeyFob ..............................9
Ignition Or Accessory On Message ...........10
General Information .....................12
SENTRY KEY ...........................12
Replacement Key Fobs ...................13
Customer Key Fob Programming ............13
General Information .....................13
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . .14
Rearming Of The System ..................14
To Arm The System .....................14
To Disarm The System ....................14
Security System Manual Override ............15
ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED .......15
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY .................16
To Unlock The Doors ....................16
To Lock The Doors ......................17
To Unlatch The Trunk ....................17
Using The Panic Alarm ...................18
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........18
Key Fob Battery Replacement ..............18
General Information .....................20
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . .20
How To Use Remote Start .................20
DOOR LOCKS ..........................22
Manual Door Locks ......................22
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Power Door Locks ......................24
Important Safety Precautions ...............34
Child-Protection Door Lock System —
Rear Doors ............................25
KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — PASSIVE ENTRY .....26
General Information .....................29
WINDOWS .............................30
Power Windows ........................30
Wind Buffeting .........................32
TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE ...............33
TRUNK SAFETY WARNING .................33
Trunk Emergency Release .................34
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ...........34
Occupant Restraint Systems Features .........34
Seat Belt Systems .......................35
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ..........45
Child Restraints ........................58
Transporting Pets .......................73
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS .....73
SAFETY TIPS ...........................73
Transporting Passengers ...................73
Exhaust Gas ...........................74
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle ...............................75
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle ...........................77

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system includes a key fob and a Keyless Push Button Ignition.

Keyless Push Button Ignition

This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition with the push of a button as long as the key fob is in the passenger compartment.
The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four operating positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The fourth position is START. During start, ON/RUN will illuminate.
NOTE: In case the ignition does not change with the push of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead battery. In this situation, a back up method can be used to operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side (side opposite of the emergency key) of the key fob against the engine START/ STOP button and push to operate the ignition.
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Keyless Push Button Ignition
1—OFF 2 — ACC (ACCESSORY) 3 — ON/RUN

Key Fob

The key fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry key fob and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the key fob.
The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the key fob go dead. The
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emergency key is also for locking/unlocking the glove compartment. You can keep the emergency key with you when valet parking.
To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch on the back of the key fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
Emergency Key Release Latch
Emergency Key Removal
NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency key
into the lock cylinders with either side up.

Ignition Or Accessory On Message

When opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind you to cycle the ignition to OFF. In addition to the chime, the ignition or accessory on message will display in the cluster.
NOTE: With the Uconnect system, the power window switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to ten minutes after the ignition is placed in the OFF position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is programmable. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Under­standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
WARNING!
Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the automatic transmission into PARK or the manual transmission into FIRST gear or REVERSE, apply the parking brake, turn the vehicle OFF, remove the key fobs from vehicle, and lock all doors.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector.
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WARNING! (Continued)
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter­N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation. Always remove the key fobs from vehicle, place the ignition in the OFF position and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
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General Information

The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, in­cluding interference that may cause undesired opera­tion.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

SENTRY KEY

The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.
The system uses a factory-mated key fob, a Keyless Push Button Ignition and a RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore, only key fobs that are pro­grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The system will not allow the engine to crank with an invalid key fob.
After placing the ignition to the ON/RUN position, the vehicle security light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the system. In addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check, it indicates that someone tried to use an invalid key fob to start the engine. Either of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds.
If the vehicle security light turns on during normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the system. Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by an authorized dealer.
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CAUTION!
Do not make modifications or alterations to the immobilizer system. Modifications or alterations to the immobilization system may result in a loss of security protection.
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat­ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection.
All of the key fobs provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics.

Replacement Key Fobs

NOTE: Only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle. Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition, always remember to place the ignition in the OFF position.
NOTE: Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an
authorized dealer. This procedure consists of programming a blank key fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank key fob is one that has never been programmed.
When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized dealer.

Customer Key Fob Programming

Programming key fobs may be performed at an authorized dealer.

General Information

The following regulatory statement applies to all radio frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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2. This device must accept any interference received, in­cluding interference that may cause undesired opera­tion.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED

The vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the Keyless Enter-N-Go Push Button Ignition for unauthorized operation. While the vehicle security alarm is armed, interior switches for door locks and trunk release are disabled. If something triggers the alarm, the vehicle security alarm will provide the following audible and visible signals: the horn will pulse, the park lamps and/or turn signals will flash, and the vehicle security light in the instrument cluster will flash.

Rearming Of The System

If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to disarm it, the vehicle security alarm will turn the horn off after 29 seconds, 5 seconds between cycles, up to 8 cycles if the trigger remains active and then the vehicle security alarm will rearm itself.

To Arm The System

Follow these steps to arm the vehicle security alarm:
1. Make sure the vehicle’s ignition is placed in the OFF
position (refer to Starting Proceduresin Starting And Operatingfor further information).
2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle:
Push lock on the interior power door lock switch with the driver and/or passenger door open.
Push the lock button on the exterior Passive Entry Door Handle with a valid key fob available in the same exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entryin Things To Know Before Starting Your Ve­hiclefor further information).
Push the lock button on the key fob.
3. If any doors are open, close them.

To Disarm The System

The vehicle security alarm can be disarmed using any of the following methods:
Push the unlock button on the key fob.
Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle, if
equipped. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Ve­hicle” for further information.
Push the Keyless Enter-N-Go ignition button (requires at least one valid key fob in the vehicle).
NOTE:
The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button on the key fob cannot arm or disarm the vehicle security alarm.
When the vehicle security alarm is armed, the interior power door lock switches will not unlock the doors.
The vehicle security alarm is designed to protect your vehicle. However, you can create conditions where the system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previously described arming sequences has occurred, the vehicle security alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm the vehicle security alarm.
If the vehicle security alarm is armed and the battery becomes disconnected, the vehicle security alarm will
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remain armed when the battery is reconnected; the exterior lights will flash, the horn will sound. If this occurs, disarm the vehicle security alarm.

Security System Manual Override

The vehicle security alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger.

Tamper Alert

If something has triggered the vehicle security alarm in your absence, the horn will sound three times and the exterior lights will blink three times when you disarm the vehicle security alarm. Check the vehicle for tampering.

ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED

The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the key fob to unlock the doors or after opening any door.
This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the outside mirrors (if equipped).
The courtesy lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds, or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position from the OFF position.
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NOTE:
The front courtesy overhead console and door courtesy lights will turn on if the dimmer control is in the “Dome ON” position (extreme top position).
The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat” position (ex­treme bottom position).

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY

The Remote Keyless Entry system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held key fob. The key fob does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.
NOTE: Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system from responding to all key fob buttons.
Key Fob

To Unlock The Doors

Push and release the unlock button on the key fob once to unlock the driver’s door or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors.
If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” under “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further informa­tion.
1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks
This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the first push of the unlock button on the key fob. To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
Flash Lights With Lock
This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked with the key fob. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
Headlight Illumination On Approach
This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the key fob. The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles equipped through Uconnect. To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
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To Lock The Doors

Push and release the lock button on the key fob to lock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash, and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal.
If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” under “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further informa­tion.
Sound Horn With Lock
This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the key fob. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.

To Unlatch The Trunk

Push the trunk button on the key fob two times within five seconds to unlatch the trunk.
If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” under “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further informa­tion.
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Using The Panic Alarm

To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push and hold the Panic button on the key fob for at least one second and release. When the Panic Alarm is activated, the turn signals will flash, the horn will pulse on and off, and the interior lights will turn on.
The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless you turn it off by either pushing the Panic button a second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h) or greater.
NOTE:
The interior lights will turn off if you place the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position while the Panic Alarm is activated. However, the exterior lights and horn will remain on.
You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the vehicle when using the key fob to turn off the Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the system.

Programming Additional Key Fobs

Programming key fobs may be performed at an authorized dealer.

Key Fob Battery Replacement

The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery.
NOTE:
Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board.
1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical
latch on the back of the key fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
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Emergency Key Release
1 — Emergency Key Release Button 2 — Emergency Key
2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the key fob apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal.
Separating Key Fob Case
3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery clip, located on the back cover. Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol.
4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two halves together.
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General Information

The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, includ-
2. ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED

Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob may reduce this range.

How To Use Remote Start

All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start:
Vehicle in PARK
Doors closed
Hood closed
Trunk closed
Hazard switch off
Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed)
Battery at an acceptable charge level
This system uses the key fob to start the engine conveniently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security. The system has a range of approximately 300 ft (91 m).
NOTE:
The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic trans­mission to be equipped with Remote Start.
Panic button not pushed
System not disabled from previous remote start event
Vehicle security alarm not active
Ignition in OFF position
WARNING!
Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monox­ide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled.
Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death.
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To Enter Remote Start Mode
Push and release the remote start button on the key fob twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors will lock, parking lights will flash and the horn will chirp twice (if programmed). Then, the engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the remote start mode for a 15-minute cycle.
NOTE:
If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.
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Remote Start Abort Message
The following messages will display in the instrument cluster if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prematurely:
Remote Start Aborted — Door Ajar
Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar
Remote Start Aborted — Trunk Ajar
Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low
Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle To Reset
The instrument cluster message stays active until the ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN position.
The park lamps will turn on and remain on during remote start mode.
For security, power window and power sunroof opera­tion (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the remote start mode.
The engine can be started two consecutive times (two 15-minute cycles) with the key fob. However, the igni­tion must be cycled to the RUN position before you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle.
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle
Push and release the remote start button one time or allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.
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NOTE: To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system will disable with a one time push of the remote start button for two seconds after receiving a valid remote start request.
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
Before the end of 15-minute cycle, push and release the unlock button on the key fob to unlock the doors and disarm the vehicle security alarm (if equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15-minute cycle, push and release the START/STOP button.
The gear selector is moved out of PARK.
The brake pedal is pushed.
General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
NOTE: In vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition feature, the message “Remote Start Active ­Push Start Button” will display. This message will clear once the START button is pushed.
Cancel Remote Start
Remote Starting will also cancel if any of the following occur:
The engine stalls or engine speed exceeds 2500 rpm.
Any engine warning lights come on.
Low Fuel Light turns on.
The hood is opened.
The hazard switch is pushed.
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause undesired opera­tion.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks
To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward. To unlock the front doors, pull the
inside door handle to the first detent. To unlock the rear doors, pull the door lock knob on the door trim panel upward.
Door Lock Knob
If the door lock knob is down when you shut the door, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the key fob is not inside the vehicle before closing the door.
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WARNING!
For personal security and safety in the event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the keyless ignition node is in the “OFF” mode, remove the key fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter­N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
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Power Door Locks

A power door lock switch is on each front door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors.
Power Door Lock Switch
The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry system. Refer to this section under “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information.
If you push the power door lock switch while the ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN position, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you from accidentally locking the key fob in the vehicle. Placing
the ignition in the OFF position or closing the door will allow the locks to operate. If a door is open, and the ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN position, a chime will sound as a reminder to remove the key fob.
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped
The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled. When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). The auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer per written request of the customer. Please see your authorized dealer for service.
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit
The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if:
1. The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is enabled.
2. The vehicle was in motion, then speed returned to 0 MPH (0 km/h) and the transmission is placed in PARK.
3. The driver door is opened.
4. The doors were not previously unlocked.
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming
To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE: Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature in accordance with local laws.

Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors

To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with Child­Protection Door Lock system.
To Engage Or Disengage The Child-Protection Door Lock System
1. Open the rear door.
2. Insert the tip of the emergency key into the lock and rotate to the lock or unlock position.
3. Repeat steps one and two for the opposite rear door.
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Child-Protection Door Lock Function
WARNING!
Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are en­gaged (locked).
NOTE: For emergency exit from the rear seats when the
Child-Protection Door Lock System is engaged, manually raise the door lock knob to the unlocked position, roll down the window, and open the door using the outside door handle.
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KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — PASSIVE ENTRY

The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehi­cle’s Remote Keyless Entry system and a feature of Keyless Enter-N-Go. This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s door(s) without having to push the key fob lock or unlock buttons.
NOTE:
Passive Entry may be programmed on or off. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower response time.
If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entry and no door is opened within 60 seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and arm the security alarm (if equipped).
To Unlock From The Driver’s Side
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver’s door handle, grab the front driver door handle to unlock the driver’s door automatically. The interior door panel lock knob will raise when the door is unlocked.
Grab The Door Handle To Unlock
NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed, all
doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front driver’s door handle. To select between “Unlock Driver Door 1st Press” and “Unlock All Doors 1st Press,” refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
To Unlock From The Passenger Side
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automatically. The interior door panel lock knob will raise when the door is unlocked.
NOTE: All doors will unlock when the front passenger door handle is grabbed regardless of the driver’s door unlock preference setting (“Unlock Driver Door 1st Press” or “Unlock All Doors 1st Press”).
Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry Key Fob In Vehicle
To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a Passive Entry key fob inside your vehicle, the Passive Entry system is equipped with an automatic door unlock feature which will function if the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
FOBIK-Safe only executes in vehicles with passive entry. There are three situations that trigger a FOBIK-Safe search in any passive entry vehicle.
1. A lock request is made by a valid Passive Entry key fob while a door is open.
2. A lock request is made by the Passive Entry door handle while a door is open.
3. A lock request is made by the door panel switch while the door is open.
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When any of these situations occur, after all open doors are shut, the FOBIK-Safe search will be executed. If it finds a Passive Entry key fob inside the car and it does not find any Passive Entry key fobs outside the car, then the car will unlock and alert the customer.
NOTE: The vehicle will only unlock the doors when a valid Passive Entry key fob is detected inside the vehicle, and no valid Passive Entry key fob is detected outside the vehicle. The vehicle will not unlock the doors when any of the following conditions are true:
The doors are locked manually using the door lock knobs.
There is a valid Passive Entry key fob outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of either Passive Entry door handle.
Three attempts are made to lock the doors using the door panel switch and then close the doors.
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To Enter The Trunk
To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the deck lid, push the button on the right side of CHMSL (Center High Mounted Stop Light), which is located on the deck lid.
Trunk Passive Entry Button
NOTE: If you inadvertently leave your vehicle’s Passive
Entry key fob in the trunk and try to close the deck lid, the deck lid will automatically unlatch, unless another one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key fobs is outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the deck lid.
With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key fobs within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles, push the door handle lock button to lock all four doors.
Push The Door Handle Button To Lock
Do NOT grab the door handle when pushing the door handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s).
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