start stop button CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2017 2.G Owners Manual

IGNITION SWITCH
This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition
switch with the push of a button, as long as the RKE Key
Fob is in the passenger compartment, and the drivers foot
on the brake pedal.
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
RUN will illuminate.The ignition can be placed in the following positions:
OFF
•The engine is stopped.
• Some electrical devices are available.
Keyless Push Button Ignition
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ACC
•The engine is stopped.
• Some electrical devices are still available.
ON/RUN
• Driving position.
• All the electrical devices are available.
START
• Start the engine.
In case the ignition switch does not change with the push
of a button, the RKE 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 RKE Key Fob
against the ENGINE START/STOP button and push to
operate the ignition switch. NOTE:
The vehicle will not start if the RKE Key Fob is
located inside the cargo area AND the liftgate is opened.
Keyless Push Button Ignition
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How To Use Remote Start
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
• RKE 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 Mon-
oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious in-
jury or death when inhaled.
• Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters
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 RKE 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:
• 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.
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.
NOTE: To avoid unintentional shutdowns, 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 RKE Key Fob to unlock the
doors, or unlock the vehicle using Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Passive Entry via 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.
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2. Perform one of the following methods to lock thevehicle:
• 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 RKE Key Fob available in
the same exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go
— Passive Entry inGetting To Know Your Vehicle
for further information).
• Push the LOCK button on the RKE 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 RKE Key Fob. •
Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle (if
equipped, refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive
Entry inGetting To Know Your Vehicle for further
information).
• Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF
position.
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Passive Entry, push the keyless ignition START/
STOP button (requires at least one valid RKE Key
Fob in the vehicle).
NOTE:
• The driver’s door key cylinder and the liftgate button
on the RKE Key Fob cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle
Security Alarm.
• The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed during
power liftgate entry. Pushing the liftgate button will
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2. Perform the second row Stow ‘n Go seat movement.Refer to “Second Row Stow ‘n Go” for further infor-
mation.
3. Push and release the Stow ‘n Go Assist button a second time. The front seat cushion and seat back will
return to the original starting location.
NOTE:
• To abort seat operation while seat is in motion, press
the Stow n’ Go Assist button, or press the front power
seat button to stop the seat movement. Pushing the
Stow ‘n Go Assist button again will return the front
seat to the original starting location.
• The Stow ‘n Go Assist system includes obstacle detec-
tion. When the system detects an obstacle, the seat will
stop, reverse direction, and return to the previous location. A message will be displayed in the instru-
ment cluster indicating that an obstacle has been
detected.
• If the front seat is already in a location that will allow
space for Stow ‘n Go of the second row seat, the front
seat will not move and a message will be displayed in
the instrument cluster.
• If calibration of the front seat is lost, the seat will
automatically re-calibrate when the Stow ‘n Go Assist
button is pushed. This may result in the seat cushion
moving forward and downward, before moving to the
location that will allow space for the second row Stow
‘n Go seat movement.
Second Row Stow ’n Go
For Manual Seats: To stow the seat in the floor, move the
front seat all the way forward using the manual seat
adjustment bar. Move the seat back all the way forward
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•To reset the oil change indicator after performing the
scheduled maintenance, refer to the following proce-
dure.
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition 1. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE
START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the
ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine.)
2. Fully push the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds.
3. Cycle the ignition to the OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
KeySense Cluster Messages — If Equipped
When the KeySense key is in use there will be:
•Continuous, dedicated telltale
• Unique Display Splash Screen
Push Button Ignition
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ................383
▫ Normal Starting ...................... .383
▫ Cold Weather Operation
(Below –22°F Or 30°C) ................384
▫ Extended Park Starting ..................384
▫ After Starting — Warming Up The Engine . . . .385
▫ If Engine Fails To Start .................385
▫ To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE
START/STOP Button ..................386
 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .386 
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . .388
 PARKING BRAKE ..................... .389
▫ Electric Park Brake (EPB) ................389
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............394
▫ Ignition Park Interlock ..................396
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .396
▫ Nine-Speed Automatic Transmission ........396
▫ Gear Ranges ........................ .398
 ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION ...........404
 POWER STEERING .....................404
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
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. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the transmission gear selec-
tor.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children, and do not
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WARNING! (Continued)
leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
A child could operate power windows, other con-
trols, or move the vehicle.
Start the engine with the gear selector in the NEUTRAL
or PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting to any
driving range.
Normal Starting
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine
is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator
pedal.
To Turn On The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP
Button
1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL.
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2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing theENGINE START/STOP button once.
3. The system takes over and attempts to start the vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will
disengage automatically after 10 seconds.
4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, push the button again.
ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions — With Driv-
er ’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or NEUTRAL
Position)
The ENGINE START/STOP button operates similar to an
ignition switch. It has four positions, OFF, ACC, RUN
and START. To change the ignition positions without
starting the vehicle and use the accessories follow these
steps:
• Starting with the ignition in the OFF position, •
Push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to place
the ignition to the ACC position (EVIC/DID will
display “ACC”),
• Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time
to place the ignition to the RUN position (EVIC/DID
will display “ON/RUN”),
• Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to
return the ignition to the OFF position (EVIC/DID will
display “OFF”).
Cold Weather Operation (Below –22°F Or 30°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of
an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail-
able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
Extended Park Starting
NOTE: Extended Park condition occurs when the vehicle
has not been started or driven for at least 30 days.
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