Fiat 500x 2018 Owner's Manual
2018
OWNER’S MANUAL
FIAT® 500X
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.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
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 © 2017 FCA US LLC
SECTION PAGE
INTRODUCTION ...................................................................3
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GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................................9
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ...................................................15
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL .........................................105
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SAFETY ........................................................................131
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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STARTINGANDOPERATING.........................................................205
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INCASEOFEMERGENCY ...........................................................265
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE .....................................................319
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................379
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MULTIMEDIA ....................................................................391
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CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ...........................................................423
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INDEX..........................................................................429
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INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
䡵 INTRODUCTION .........................4
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▫ Symbols ...............................6
䡵 ROLLOVER WARNING .....................5
䡵 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ...............6
▫ Essential Information ......................6
䡵 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ................7
䡵 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .....7
4 INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on selecting your new 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 customer oriented documents. In the
attached Warranty Booklet, you will find a description of
the services that FCA offers to its customers, the Warranty
Certificate and the details of the terms and conditions for
maintaining its validity. Please take the time to read all of
these publications carefully before driving your vehicle for
the first time. Following the instructions, recommendations, tips, and important warnings in this manual will
help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls, particularly those used for braking, steering, transmission, and
transfer case shifting (if equipped). Learn how your vehicle
handles on different road surfaces. Your driving skills will
improve with experience.
This Owner’s Manual describes all versions of this vehicle.
Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or
versions are not expressly indicated in the text. Therefore,
you should only consider the information which is related
to the trim level, engine, and version that you have
purchased. Any content introduced throughout the Owner’s Information, that may or may not be applicable to your
vehicle, will be identified with the wording “If Equipped”.
All data contained in this publication are intended to help
you use your vehicle in the best possible way. FCA aims at
a constant improvement of the vehicles produced. For this
reason, it reserves the right to make changes to the model
described for technical and/or commercial reasons. For
further information, contact an authorized dealer.
NOTE: After reviewing the Owner’s 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 an authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained technicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about your
satisfaction.
ROLLOVER WARNING
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate
than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher
ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than many
passenger vehicles. It is capable of performing better in a
wide variety of off-road applications. Driven in an unsafe
manner, all vehicles can go out of control. Because of the
higher center of gravity, if this vehicle is out of control it
may roll over while some other vehicles may not.
Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or other
unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in a
collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal injury.
Drive carefully.
INTRODUCTION 5
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Rollover Warning Label
Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts provided
is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S.
government notes that the universal use of existing seat
belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more
each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two
million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is
significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat
belt. Always buckle up.
6 INTRODUCTION
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Essential Information
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.
Symbols
Consult the following table for a description of the symbols
that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this
Owner’s Manual:
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against oper-
ating 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.
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.
INTRODUCTION 7
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GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONTENTS
䡵 FRONT VIEW ...........................10
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䡵 INSTRUMENT PANEL .....................12
䡵 REAR VIEW.............................11
䡵 INTERIOR ..............................13
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FRONT VIEW
1 — Engine Compartment
2 — Headlights
3 — Windshield
Front View
4 — Outside Mirrors
5 — Doors
6 — Wheels
REAR VIEW
1 — Rear Lights
2 — Rear Windshield Wiper
3 — Liftgate
GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS 11
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Rear View
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
Instrument Panel
1 — Air Vents 7 — Upper Switch Bank 13 — Lower Switch Bank
2 — Multifunction Lever 8 — Upper Storage Compartment 14 — Driver Side Knee Air Bag
3 — Instrument Cluster 9 — Passenger Front Air Bag 15 — Ignition
4 — Speed Controls 10 — Air Vents 16 — Driver Side Front Air Bag
5 — Windshield Wiper Lever 11 — Lower Storage/Glove Compartment 17 — Instrument Cluster Display Controls
6 — Uconnect Radio 12 — Climate Controls 18 — Headlight Switch
INTERIOR
1 — Power Window Switches
2 — Headlight Switch
3 — Instrument Cluster
4 — Uconnect Radio
5 — Glove Compartment
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Interior Features
6 — Seats
7 — Climate Controls
8 — Transmission Gear Selector (Automatic/Manual Options)
9 — Electronic Speed Controls
10 — Instrument Cluster Display Controls
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
䡵 KEYS .................................19
▫ Key Fob With Remote Control ..............19
䡵 IGNITION SWITCH .......................24
▫ Models With Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Passive Entry ..........................24
䡵 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . .25
▫ Remote Start Cancel Message — If Equipped ....26
▫ How To Use Remote Start..................26
▫ To Enter Remote Start Mode ................27
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle ...............................27
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle ...............................27
▫ Remote Start Comfort Systems —
If Equipped ...........................28
▫ Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer
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Activation — If Equipped..................28
▫ General Information .....................28
䡵 SENTRY KEY ............................28
▫ Customer Key Programming ...............29
▫ Replacement Keys .......................29
▫ General Information .....................30
䡵 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . .30
▫ To Arm The System .....................30
▫ To Disarm The System ...................31
▫ Disabling .............................31
䡵 DOORS ...............................31
▫ Manual Locking/Unlocking ................31
▫ Central Lock/Unlock .....................33
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▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go .....................33
▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ..................52
▫ General Information .....................39
▫ Child Locks............................39
䡵 SEATS ................................40
▫ Manual Adjustment (Front Seats) ............40
▫ Power Adjustment Front Seats — If Equipped . . .42
▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ................43
▫ Manual Folding Second Row Seat ............44
䡵 HEAD RESTRAINTS ......................47
▫ Front Adjustment........................48
▫ Rear Adjustment ........................49
▫ Front Removal..........................50
▫ Rear Removal ..........................50
䡵 STEERING WHEEL .......................51
▫ Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ............51
▫ Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped ........51
䡵 MIRRORS ..............................52
▫ Electrochromic Mirror — If Equipped .........53
▫ Outside Mirrors ........................53
▫ Power Mirrors ..........................53
▫ Folding Mirror .........................54
▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped .............54
䡵 EXTERIOR LIGHTS .......................55
▫ Headlights ............................55
▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped . .55
▫ High Beams ...........................56
▫ Flash-To-Pass ..........................56
▫ Automatic Lighting — If Equipped ..........56
▫ Parking Lights .........................57
▫ Headlight Delay ........................57
▫ Front Fog Lights — If Equipped .............57
▫ Turn Signals ...........................58
▫ Lane Change Assist ......................58
䡵 INTERIOR LIGHTS .......................58
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▫ Opening The Sunroof.....................87
▫ Front Courtesy Light .....................58
▫ Cargo Area Lights .......................62
䡵 WIPERS AND WASHERS ...................62
▫ Front Wiper Operation ...................62
▫ Rain Sensor — If Equipped ................64
▫ Rear Window Wiper/Washer ...............65
▫ Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped ......66
䡵 CLIMATE CONTROLS .....................67
▫ Air Outlet And Diffuser Locations — Passenger
Compartment ..........................67
▫ Manual Climate Controls Overview ...........68
▫ Automatic Climate Control Overview .........73
▫ Operating Tips .........................81
䡵 WINDOWS .............................83
▫ Driver’s Door Controls ....................83
䡵 SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED .................86
▫ Closing The Sunroof .....................87
▫ Wind Buffeting .........................87
▫ Sun Shade.............................87
▫ Anti Pinch Protect Feature .................88
▫ Emergency Operation.....................88
▫ Power Sunroof Relearn Procedure ............89
䡵 HOOD ................................89
▫ Opening ..............................89
▫ Closing ...............................91
䡵 LIFTGATE ..............................91
▫ Opening ..............................91
▫ Closing ...............................93
▫ Cargo Area Features .....................93
䡵 INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ...................96
▫ Glove Compartments .....................96
▫ Cupholders ...........................97
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▫ Sun Visors “Slide-On-Rod” ................98
▫ Front Armrest .........................102
▫ Power Outlets .........................99
▫ Cigar Lighter — If Equipped...............100
▫ Ashtray — If Equipped...................101
▫ Grab Handles .........................103
䡵 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED ......103
KEYS
Key Fob With Remote Control
The key fob with Remote Control contains a Remote
Keyless Entry feature. The Remote Keyless Entry system
allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate or
activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a handheld key fob. The key fob
does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the
system.
Key Fobs
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Key Fob Emergency Key Release
1 — Emergency Key Release Button
2 — Emergency Key
To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
Push the interior door unlock button on the door panel.
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 and the liftgate.
Keyless Ignition Key Fob
All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first push of
the unlock button. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
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NOTE: If the vehicle is unlocked by key fob, and no door
is opened within 60 seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and if
equipped, the security alarm will arm. To change the
current setting, refer to ⬙Uconnect Settings⬙ in ⬙Multimedia⬙
for further information.
The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock
signal. The illuminated entry system will be activated.
1st Push Of Key Fob Unlock Button
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 “Multimedia” for further information.
NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer
to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” located in
“Doors” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for further
information.
To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
Push and release the lock button on the key fob to lock all
doors and liftgate.
The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to
acknowledge the signal. Refer to “Uconnect Settings”
located in “Multimedia” for further programmable information.
If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to
“Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” located in “Doors”
in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for further information.
Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive
Entry
If one or more doors are open, or the liftgate is open, the
doors will lock. The doors will unlock again automatically
if the key is left inside the passenger compartment, otherwise the doors will stay locked.
Replacing The Battery In The Key With Remote Control
The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032
battery.
NOTE:
• Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for further information.
• Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back
housing or the printed circuit board.
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1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical
latch on the back of the key fob sideways with your
thumb and pull the emergency key out with your other
hand.
Emergency Key Removal
1 — Emergency Key Release Button
2 — Emergency Key
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2. Separate the key fob halves using the tip of the emer-
gency key, a #2 flat blade screwdriver, or a coin and
gently pry the two halves of the key fob apart. Make
sure not to damage the seal during removal.
Emergency Key Removal
Separating Case With A Coin
Key Fob Battery Replacement
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 and 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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Request For Additional 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.
WARNING!
• Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
• Always remember to place the ignition in the OFF
mode.
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.
NOTE:
• When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized
dealer.
• Keys must be ordered to the correct key cut to match the
vehicle locks.
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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.
IGNITION SWITCH
Models With Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry
This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch
with the push of a button as long as the key fob is in the
passenger compartment.
The push button ignition has three operating positions. The
three positions are OFF, ON, and RUN.
NOTE:
If the ignition switch 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 switch.
START/STOP Ignition Button
The push button ignition can be placed in the following
positions:
OFF
• The engine is stopped.
• No electrical devices are available.
ON
• The vehicle is not running.
• Some electrical devices are available
RUN
• Driving position.
• All the electrical devices are available.
NOTE: The vehicle will not start if the key fob is located
inside the cargo area and the liftgate is opened.
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WARNING! (Continued)
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children, and do not leave the
ignition in the ON or 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.
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WARNING!
• When leaving the vehicle, always 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.
(Continued)
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for thieves. Always remove key fob from the vehicle and lock all
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
NOTE: For further information, refer to ⬙Starting The
Engine,⬙ in ⬙Starting And Operating⬙.
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
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 328ft (100m).
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NOTE:
• The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
• Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob may
reduce this range.
Remote Start Cancel Message — If Equipped
The following messages will display in the instrument
cluster if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote
start prematurely:
• Remote Start Cancelled — Door Open
• Remote Start Cancelled — Hood Open
• Remote Start Cancelled — Fuel Low
• Remote Start Cancelled — Liftgate Open
• Remote Start Cancelled — Too Cold
• Remote Start Cancelled — Time Expired
• Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle To Reset
The message will stay active until the ignition is placed in
the ON/RUN position.
How To Use Remote Start
• Push Remote Start button on the key fob twice within
five seconds. Pushing the Remote Start button a third
time shuts the engine off.
• To drive the vehicle, push unlock button, and place the
ignition in the ON/RUN position.
• With remote start, the engine will only run for 15
minutes (timeout) unless the ignition key is placed in the
ON/RUN position.
• The vehicle must be started with the key after two
consecutive timeouts.
All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:
• Gear Selector in PARK
• Doors closed
• Hood closed
• Liftgate closed
• Hazard switch off
• Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed)
• Battery at an acceptable charge level
• PANIC button not pushed
• System not disabled from previous remote start event
• Vehicle alarm system indicator flashing
• Ignition in STOP/OFF position
• Fuel level meets minimum requirement
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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NOTE:
• If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the
vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.
• The park lamps will turn on and remain on during
Remote Start mode.
• For security, power window operation is 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 placed in the ON/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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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, the
turn signals will flash twice, and the horn will chirp twice.
Then the engine will start, and the vehicle will remain in
the Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.
NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system will
disable the 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, or unlock
the vehicle using Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry via
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the door handles, 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.
NOTE: For vehicles equipped with the Keyless EnterN-Go — Passive Entry feature, the message “Remote Start
Active — Push Start Button” will display in the instrument
cluster display until you push the ignition START button.
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped
When Remote Start is activated, the heated steering wheel
and driver heated seat features will automatically activate
when ambient temperature is less than 40° F (4.4° C). These
features will stay on through the duration of Remote Start
or until the ignition switch is cycled to the RUN position.
Refer to ⬙Uconnect Settings⬙ in ⬙Multimedia⬙ for further
information.
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer Activation — If Equipped
When remote start is active and the outside ambient
temperature is less than 40°F (4.4°C), the Windshield Wiper
De-Icer will be enabled. Exiting remote start will resume
previous operation, except if the Windshield Wiper De-Icer
is active. The Windshield Wiper De-Icer timer and opera-
tion will continue.
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, 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.
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 key fob, keyless push button ignition
and a RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore, only key fobs that are programmed to the
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