immobilizer CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE 2012 1.G Owners Manual

CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove key from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition
sounds a chime signal to remind you to remove the key.
NOTE:
•The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the
ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC position.
•With either front door open, and the key in the
ignition, both the power door locks and Remote Key-
less Entry (RKE) transmitter will not function.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry KeyImmobilizer System prevents unauthor-
ized 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 ignition keys which have an embedded
electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate
the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two
seconds if someone uses an invalid key to start the
engine.
NOTE:
A key which has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the
ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.
During normal operation, after turning the ignition
switch to ON/RUN, the Vehicle Security Light will turn
on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains
after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem
with the electronics. In addition, if the light begins to
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flash after the bulb check, it indicates that someone used
an invalid key to start the engine. Either of these condi-
tions 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 sec-
onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics.
Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as
possible by an authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Always remove the Sentry Keyfrom the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
CAUTION!
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat-
ible with some after-market remote starting systems.
Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and loss of security protection.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once
a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN).
This PIN is required for authorized dealer replacement of
keys. Duplication of keys may be performed at an
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authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Pro-
gramming procedure. This procedure consists of pro-
gramming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank
key is one which has never been programmed.
NOTE: When having the Sentry KeyImmobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized dealer.
Customer Key Programming
You can program new keys to the system if you have two
valid Sentry Keys by performing the following proce-
dure:
1. Cut the additional Sentry Key Transponder blank(s)
to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code.
2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn
the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position for at least three seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds. Then, turn
the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the
first key.
3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within
15 seconds. After ten seconds, a chime will sound. In
addition, the Vehicle Security Light will begin to flash.
Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and
remove the second key.
4. Insert a blank Sentry Key
into the ignition switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within
60 seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound.
In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing.
To indicate that programming is complete, the indicator
light will turn on again for three seconds and then turn
off.
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HitchesTrailer Towing ....................... 379
Holder, Cup ........................... 188
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . 176
Hood Prop ............................ 160
Hood Release .......................... 159
Ignition ............................... 13
Key ............................. 12,13
Lock .............................. 13
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 13
Illuminated Entry ........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 15
Infant Restraint ........................ 69,70
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 218
Instrument Cluster .................... 201,202
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 200
Instrument Panel Cover ................... 449
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 450Integrated Power Module (Fuses)
............ 454
Interior Appearance Care .................. 449
Interior Lighting ...................... 161,167
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 169
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 394
Jack Operation ....................... 394,396
Jacking Instructions ...................... 396
Jump Starting .......................... 404
Key-In Reminder ......................... 15
Key, Programming ........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Keyless Entry System ...................... 21
Keys ................................. 12
Knee Bolster ............................ 57
502 INDEX

Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 450
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 55
Seat Belts .......................... 39,43,83
And Pregnant Women .................. 56
Child Restraint ................. 69,70,71,77
Extender ........................... 57
Front Seat ......................... 43,44
Inspection .......................... 83
Operating Instructions .................. 44
Pretensioners ........................ 50
Rear Seat ........................... 43
Reminder .......................... 203
Untwisting Procedure .................. 48
Seats ................................. 150
Easy Entry ......................... 155
Heated ............................ 152
Height Adjustment ................... 150
Lumbar Support ..................... 154
Memory ........................... 155 Power
............................ 150
Reclining .......................... 153
Seatback Release ..................... 155
Tilting ............................ 150
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........437,466
Selection of Oil ......................... 424
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Sentry Key Programming ................... 17
Service Assistance ....................... 485
Service Contract ......................... 487
Service Manuals ........................ 489
Setting the Clock ................ 230,233,252,261
Settings, Personal ........................ 227
Shift Lever Override ...................... 410
Short Message Service (SMS) ................ 136
Shoulder Belts ........................... 43
Side Airbag ............................. 64
Side View Mirror Adjustment ............... 112
508 INDEX