Keys
WARNING:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
The key can be used for the ignition, the driver’s door, and the glovebox lock.
The key has a bar-coded key tag that the dealer/retailer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys.
Store this information in a safe place, not in your vehicle.
See your dealer/retailer if a replacement key or additional key is needed.
Notice: If you ever lock your keys in the vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle to get in.
Be sure you have spare keys.
If you are locked out of your vehicle, contact Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program for more information.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
See Radio Frequency Statement for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and RSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada.
Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range, try this:
• Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle. Stand closer during rainy or snowy weather.
• Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again.
• Check the transmitter’s battery. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section.
• If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer/retailer or a qualified technician for service.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the vehicle.
There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.
With Remote Start Shown, Without Remote Start Similar
(Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with this feature, press to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start for additional information.
(Lock): Press to lock all the doors. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the parking lamps flash once to indicate locking has occurred. If enabled through the DIC, the horn chirps when is pressed again within five seconds. See DIC Vehicle Customization for additional information.
Pressing may arm the content theft-deterrent system.
See Content Theft-Deterrent.
(Unlock): Press once to unlock the driver door. If is pressed again within five seconds, all remaining doors unlock. The interior lamps come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. If enabled through the DIC, the parking lamps flash twice to indicate unlocking has occurred. See DIC Vehicle Customization .
Pressing on the RKE transmitter disarms the content theft-deterrent system. See Content Theft-Deterrent.
(Remote Trunk Release): Press and hold for about one second to unlock the trunk. The transmission must be in P (Park).
(Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release to locate the vehicle. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times.
Press and hold for more than two seconds to activate the panic alarm. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds.
The alarm turns off when the ignition is moved to ON/RUN or is pressed again. The ignition must be in LOCK/OFF for the panic alarm to work.
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer/retailer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed to the vehicle, all remaining transmitters must also be programmed. Any lost or stolen transmitters no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed.
Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters programmed to it. See “Remote Key” under DIC Operation and Displays.
Battery Replacement
Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message appears in the DIC. See “REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY” under DIC Warnings and Messages for additional information.
Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.
To replace the battery:
1. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin object inserted into the notch on the side.
2. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object.
3. Insert the new battery, positive side facing down.
Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
4. Snap the transmitter back together.
Remote Vehicle Start
Your vehicle may have a remote starting feature.
This feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle. It may also start the vehicle’s heating or air conditioning systems, rear window defogger, and heated seats. See Heated Seats and Heated and Ventilated Seats for additional information.
When the remote start system is active, the climate control system will heat or cool the inside of the vehicle at the setting the vehicle was set to when the vehicle was last turned off. The rear window defogger will be turned on by the climate control system when it is cold outside.
If the vehicle has heated seats, they may also turn on when it is cold outside. Cooled seats are not activated during a remote start. Normal operation of the system will return after the key is turned to the ON/RUN position.
Laws in some communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, some laws may require a person using the remote start to have the vehicle in view when doing so. Check local regulations for any requirements on remote starting of vehicles.
Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is low on fuel. Your vehicle may run out of fuel.
If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the RKE transmitter functions will have an increased range of operation. However, the range may be less while the vehicle is running.
There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter, see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System for additional information.
(Remote Start): This button will be on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start.
To start the vehicle using the remote start feature:
1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press and release the transmitter’s lock button, then immediately press and hold the transmitter’s remote start button until the turn signal lights flash or if the vehicle’s lights are not visible, press and hold the remote start button for at least four seconds.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on while the vehicle is running.
The vehicle’s doors will be locked.
3. If it is the first remote start since the vehicle has been driven, repeat these steps, while the engine is still running, to extend the engine running time by 10 minutes. Remote start can be extended one time.
After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insert and turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle.
If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done.
To manually shut off a remote start:
• Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press the remote start button until the parking lamps turn off.
• Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
• Turn the ignition switch on and then off.
The vehicle can be started remotely two separate times between driving sequences. The engine will run for 10 minutes after each remote start.
Or, you can extend the engine run time by another 10 minutes within the first 10 minute remote start time frame, and before the engine stops.
For example, if the lock button and then the remote start buttons are pressed again after the vehicle has been running for five minutes, 10 minutes are added, allowing the engine to run for 15 minutes.
The additional 10 minutes are considered a second remote vehicle start.
Once two remote starts, or a single remote start with one time extension have been done, the vehicle must be started with the key.
After the key is removed from the ignition, another remote start can be performed.
The vehicle cannot be started remotely if the key is in the ignition, the hood is not closed, or if there is an emission control system malfunction.
Remote Start Ready
If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle start feature, it may have the remote start ready feature.
This feature allows your dealer/retailer to add the manufacturer’s remote vehicle start feature.
See your dealer/retailer if you would like to add the manufacturer’s remote vehicle start feature to your vehicle.
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