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2. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed
RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than
10 seconds. Then, press and hold the LOCK button while
still holding the UNLOCK button.
3. Release both buttons at the same time.
4. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press-
ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter
with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key
Fob removed.
5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to
its previous setting.
NOTE:Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit-
ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle
Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security
Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the
UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security
Alarm.Programming Additional Transmitters
If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter,
contact your authorized dealer for details.
Transmitter 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.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
Engine Compartment — 3.6L ............. 467
 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ...... 468
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ........... 468
 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs ............................ 469
 Replacement Parts ..................... 471
 Dealer Service ........................ 471
 Maintenance Procedures ................. 471
▫ Engine Oil ......................... 472 ▫
Engine Oil Filter ..................... 475
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............... 475
▫ Exhaust System ..................... 476
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .............. 478
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ............ 479
▫ Body Lubrication .................... 482
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 482
▫ Cooling System ..................... 484
▫ Brakes ............................ 489
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2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of
a normal bulb check.
4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
the ignition or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system is not readyand you should
not proceed to the I/M station.
b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the
engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system
is ready and you can proceed to the I/M station. If your OBD II system is
not ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is
ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal
vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced
before going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail
your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine
running.
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Automatic TransaxleAdding Fluid ....................... 493
Fluid Level Check .................... 493
Selection Of Lubricant ..............492,513
Shifting ........................... 358
Special Additives ..................... 493
Automatic Transmission .............354,492,493
Adding Fluid ....................... 493
Fluid and Filter Changes ............... 493
Fluid Change ....................... 493
Fluid Type ...................... 492,513
B-Pillar Location ........................ 382
Battery ............................... 478
Jump Starting ....................... 456
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 26
Saving Feature (Protection) .............. 171
Belts, Seat ............................. 102
Blind Spot Monitoring .................... 118 Body Mechanism Lubrication
............... 482
Brake Assist System ...................... 372
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 371
Brake Fluid ............................ 513
Brake System ........................... 489
Fluid Check ........................ 490
Parking ........................... 367
Warning Light ....................... 257
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 355
Brakes ............................... 489
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ....... 100
Bulb Replacement ....................... 507
Bulbs, Light ......................... 104,507
Calibration, Compass .................. 265,278
Camera, Rear ........................... 191
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 511
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. 416
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Hood............................. 163
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 408
Leaks, Fluid ........................... 105
Life of Tires ............................ 393
Liftgate ................................ 49
Light Bulbs ............................ 104
Lights ............................. 104,165
Airbag ..................... 79,85,102,257
Alarm ............................ 257
Anti-Lock .......................... 252
Automatic Headlights ................. 165
Back-Up ........................... 509
Battery Saver ....................... 171
Brake Assist Warning .................. 375
Brake Warning ...................... 257
Bulb Replacement .................... 507
Center Mounted Stop .................. 510
Daytime Running .................... 167
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .............. 167 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 375
Engine Temperature Warning
............ 261
Exterior ........................... 104
Fog ......................... 167,249,508
Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 438
Headlights ......................... 507
Headlights On Reminder ............... 166
High Beam Indicator .................. 249
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............ 170
Illuminated Entry ..................... 19
Interior ............................ 167
License ............................ 510
Lights On Reminder .................. 166
Low Fuel ....................... 260,270
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...... 254
Oil Pressure ........................ 261
Park .............................. 508
Passing ............................ 170
Reading ........................... 194
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