lock DODGE CHALLENGER 2023 Owners Manual

The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving w\
hile distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in an accident and personal
injury. FCA US LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution whe\
n using any device or feature that may take their attention off the road. Use of any electrical
devices, such as cellular telephones, computers, portable radios, vehicl\
e navigation or other devices, by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could lead
to a serious accident. Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while th\
e vehicle is moving. If you find yourself unable to devote your full attention
to vehicle operation, pull off the road to a safe location and stop your\
vehicle. Some states or provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is
always the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared to help you get acquainted with your new Dodge brand vehicle and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions.
Not all features shown in this manual may apply to your vehicle. For add\
itional information, visit mopar.com/om (U.S.), owners.mopar.ca (Canada) or your local Dodge brand
dealer.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Drunk 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 non-drinking driver, call a cab, a rideshare, 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 judg\
ment is impaired when you have
been drinking. Never drink and then drive.
WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway \
motor vehicle can expose you to
chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lea\
d, which are known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the
engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash\
your hands frequently
when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.
This Owner’s Manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipme\
nt 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 i\
n 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 impos\
ing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.
With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall b\
e deemed to be deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc. used in substitution\
therefore.
This Owner’s Manual is intended to familiarize you with the important features of y\
our vehicle. Your most up-to-date Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect manuals and Warranty Booklet can be found by visiting the website on the back cover.
U.S. Residents: If you are the first registered retail owner of your v\
ehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Warranty Booklet by calling 1-800-423-6343 or by contacting your dealer. Replacement kits can be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com.
Canadian Residents: If you are the first registered retail owner of yo\
ur vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the W arranty Booklet or purchase a replacement kit by calling 1-800-387-1143 or by contacting your dealer.
FCA US LLC reserves the right to modify the terms or discontinue the Roa\
dside Assistance Program at any time. The Roadside Assistance Program i\
s subject to restrictions and conditions of use, that are determined solely by FCA US LLC.
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS A WEEK AT YOUR SERVICE. CALL 1-800-521-2779 OR VISIT CHRYSLER.RSAHELP.COM (USA) CALL 1-800-363-4869 OR VISIT FCA.ROADSIDEAID.COM (CANADA) SERVICES: Flat Tire Service, Out Of Gas/Fuel Delivery, Battery Jump Assistance, Lockout Service and Towing Service
Please see the Customer Assistance chapter in this Owner’s Manual for further information.

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INTRODUCTION
SYMBOLS KEY ....................................................................... 8
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS ......................... 8
SYMBOL GLOSSARY ............................................................. 9
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS .....................................................................................12
Key Fob ........................................................................ 12
SENTRY KEY ........................................................................15
IGNITION SWITCH .............................................................15 Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition .................................... 15
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED ......................................17 How To Use Remote Start .......................................... 17
To Exit Remote Start Mode ........................................ 18
Remote Start Front Defrost Activation —
If Equipped .................................................................. 18
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped.......... 18
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer
Activation — If Equipped ............................................. 19
Remote Start Cancel Message — If Equipped........... 19
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ..................19 To Arm The System ..................................................... 19
To Disarm The System ................................................ 19
Rearming The System................................................. 20
Security System Manual Override.............................. 20
Tamper Alert ................................................................ 20
DELUXE VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................................20 To Arm The System ..................................................... 20
To Disarm The System ................................................ 20
Security System Manual Override.............................. 21 DOORS ................................................................................. 21
Manual Door Locks......................................................21
Power Door Locks .......................................................22
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ —
Passive Entry................................................................ 22
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped ......................... 24
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit ................................. 24
STEERING WHEEL............................................................... 24 Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column —
If Equipped ................................................................... 24
Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column —
If Equipped ................................................................... 25
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped........................ 25
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION .................................... 26 Introducing Voice Recognition .................................... 26
Basic Voice Commands............................................... 26
Get Started ................................................................... 26
Additional Information................................................. 27
DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED ................. 27 Programming The Memory Feature............................ 28
Linking And Unlinking The Key Fob To Memory......... 28
Memory Position Recall............................................... 28
SEATS ................................................................................... 28 Manual Adjustment
(Front Seats) — If Equipped......................................... 29
Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats) ............................... 30
Power Adjustment (Front Seats) — If Equipped ......... 30
Heated Seats — If Equipped ....................................... 31
Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped ......................... 32
Vehicles Without Passenger Seating Installed .......... 32
Passenger Seat Easy Entry ......................................... 33
Head Restraints ........................................................... 34 MIRRORS ............................................................................ 35
Inside Rearview Mirror ................................................ 35
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors .......................................... 35
Outside Mirrors ............................................................ 35
Power Mirrors .............................................................. 36
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ..................................... 36
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HOMELINK®) .................................................................... 36 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® ............ 36
Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels ....................... 37
Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling Code
Or Non-Rolling Code Device........................................ 37
Programming HomeLink® To A Garage Door
Opener ......................................................................... 37
Programming HomeLink® To A Miscellaneous
Device .......................................................................... 38
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button ........... 38
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .................... 38
Security ........................................................................ 39
Troubleshooting Tips ................................................... 39
EXTERIOR LIGHTS .............................................................. 39 Headlight Switch.......................................................... 39
Multifunction Lever ..................................................... 40
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — If Equipped .......... 40
High/Low Beam Switch .............................................. 40
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control —
If Equipped................................................................... 40
Flash-To-Pass............................................................... 41
Automatic Headlights ................................................. 41
Parking Lights ............................................................. 41
Automatic Headlights With Wipers............................. 41

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Headlight Time Delay ................................................. 41
Lights-On Reminder ................................................... 41
Fog Lights — If Equipped ............................................ 42
Turn Signals .............................................................. 42
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped............................. 42
INTERIOR LIGHTS ...............................................................42 Front Map/Reading Lights ........................................ 42
Ambient Light — If Equipped ...................................... 42
Dimmer Controls ........................................................ 43
Illuminated Entry ........................................................ 43
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ........................... 44 Windshield Wiper Operation....................................... 44
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ........................... 45
CLIMATE CONTROLS ..........................................................45 Automatic Climate Control Descriptions
And Functions ............................................................. 45
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...................... 48
Climate Voice Commands .......................................... 48
Operating Tips ............................................................ 48
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............................49 Storage ........................................................................ 49
Illuminated Cupholders — If Equipped....................... 50
USB/AUX Control ......................................................... 50
Electrical Power Outlets.............................................. 50
WINDOWS ............................................................................52 Power Window Controls .............................................. 52
Wind Buffeting............................................................. 52
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ...................................52 Opening And Closing The Sunroof ............................. 53
Pinch Protect Feature — If Equipped ......................... 53
Sunshade Operation ................................................... 53
Sunroof Maintenance ................................................. 53
Ignition Off Operation.................................................. 53 HOOD.................................................................................... 54
Opening The Hood .......................................................54
Closing The Hood ......................................................... 54
TRUNK .................................................................................. 54 Opening The Trunk ......................................................54
Closing The Trunk ........................................................ 55
Trunk Safety ................................................................ 55
Cargo Area Features.................................................... 55
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ..................................................... 56 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ................................. 57
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ..................................... 57 Location And Controls ................................................. 58
Engine Oil Life Reset ................................................... 59
Performance Shift Indicator (PSI) — If Equipped ....... 59
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable
Menu Items .................................................................. 60
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver
Mode Message — Electrical Load Reduction
Actions — If Equipped .................................................. 62
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ................................ 63 Red Warning Lights ..................................................... 63
Yellow Warning Lights ................................................. 66
Yellow Indicator Lights ................................................ 68
Green Indicator Lights ................................................. 68
White Indicator Lights.................................................. 69
Blue Indicator Lights.................................................... 69
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ..................... 69 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ...............................................................70
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ........................................................................ 70
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE...................................................... 71 Manual Transmission — If Equipped .......................... 71
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped...................... 71
Normal Starting ........................................................... 71
AutoPark ...................................................................... 72
Extended Park Starting ............................................... 73
If Engine Fails To Start ............................................... 74
Cold Weather Operation
(Below –22°F Or −30°C) .......................................... 74
After Starting................................................................ 74
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
3.6L & 5.7L ......................................................................... 74
PARKING BRAKE ................................................................ 74
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED ...................... 76 6-Speed Manual Transmission................................... 76
Shifting ......................................................................... 76
Recommended Shift Speeds ...................................... 77
1–4 Skip Shift ............................................................. 77
Downshifting ................................................................ 77
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION —
IF EQUIPPED ...................................................................... 78 Ignition Park Interlock ................................................. 78
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock
(BTSI) System ............................................................. 79
8-Speed Automatic Transmission ............................. 79
SPORT MODE — WITHOUT PERFORMANCE
CONTROL ............................................................................. 83
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L — IF EQUIPPED .......... 83
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ........................................... 83
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED ................. 84 Cruise Control ............................................................. 84
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .................................... 85

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PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED .........92
ParkSense Sensors ..................................................... 92
ParkSense Display ...................................................... 92
ParkSense Warning Display ....................................... 94
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense............................ 94
Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System ..... 94
Cleaning The ParkSense System ............................... 95
ParkSense System Usage Precautions ..................... 95
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ..............................96
REFUELING THE VEHICLE ..................................................96 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message .................................. 97
VEHICLE LOADING ..............................................................97 Vehicle Certification Label ......................................... 98
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ........................ 98
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ............................. 98
Overloading ................................................................. 98
Loading ....................................................................... 98
TRAILER TOWING ...............................................................98 Common Towing Definitions ...................................... 99
Trailer Hitch Classification........................................ 100 Trailer Towing Weights
(Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)........................... 100
Trailer And Tongue Weight ...................................... 101
Towing Requirements ............................................... 101Towing Tips ............................................................... 103
RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME) ................................................. 104
DRIVING TIPS ................................................................... 104 Driving On Slippery Surfaces.................................... 104
Driving Through Water ............................................. 105MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS ..................................................... 106
CYBERSECURITY ............................................................. 106
UCONNECT SETTINGS .................................................... 107 Customer Programmable Features ......................... 107
UCONNECT INTRODUCTION............................................ 121 System Overview ...................................................... 121
Drag & Drop Menu Bar ............................................. 123
Safety And General Information .............................. 123
UCONNECT MODES ......................................................... 124 Steering Wheel Audio Controls ................................ 124
Radio Mode .............................................................. 125
Media Mode ............................................................. 133
Phone Mode ............................................................. 135
ANDROID AUTO™ & APPLE CARPLAY® —
IF EQUIPPED .................................................................... 144 Android Auto™ ......................................................... 144Apple CarPlay® ......................................................... 146Android Auto™ And Apple CarPlay® Tips
And Tricks.................................................................. 147
PERFORMANCE PAGES .................................................. 148 Home ......................................................................... 148
Timers ........................................................................ 150Gauges ...................................................................... 152
G-Force ...................................................................... 152
Engine........................................................................ 153Dynamometer (Dyno) ............................................... 153
DODGE DRIVE MODES — IF EQUIPPED......................... 154 Performance Control — If Equipped ........................ 154
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES.................. 158 Regulatory And Safety Information.......................... 158
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES ...........................................................159Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................................. 159
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ................... 160
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS .......................................164 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If Equipped ............ 164
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Operation —
If Equipped................................................................. 167
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ................ 168
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ................................172 Occupant Restraint Systems Features .................... 172
Important Safety Precautions................................... 172
Seat Belt Systems .................................................... 172
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) .................. 178Child Restraints ........................................................ 185
SAFETY TIPS......................................................................196 Transporting Passengers .......................................... 196
Transporting Pets ................................................... 196
Connected Vehicles................................................... 196
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
The Vehicle ............................................................... 196
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle .................................................. 198
Exhaust Gas ............................................................... 198
Carbon Monoxide Warnings ..................................... 198

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Yellow Warning Lights
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)
Úpage 67
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light
Úpage 66
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light
Úpage 66
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light
Úpage 67
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
Úpage 66
Low Fuel Warning Light Úpage 66
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light
Úpage 67
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Warning Light
Úpage 67
Service AWD Warning Light
Úpage 67
Service Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Warning Light
Úpage 66
Yellow Indicator Lights
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF Indicator Light
Úpage 68
Yellow Warning Lights

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS
KEY FOB
Your vehicle is equipped with a key fob which
supports Passive Entry, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE),
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ (if equipped), Remote Start
(if equipped), and remote trunk operation. The key fob
allows you to lock or unlock the doors and trunk from
distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m). The key fob does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the
system. The key fob also contains an emergency key,
which is stored in the rear of the key fob.
NOTE:
 The key fob’s wireless signal may be blocked if the key
fob is located next to a mobile phone, laptop, or other
electronic device. This may result in poor performance.
 With ignition in the ON position and the vehicle moving
at 2 mph (4 km/h), all RKE commands are disabled.
Key Fob

NOTE:In case the ignition switch does not change with the push
of a button, the key fob may have a low or fully depleted
battery. A low key fob battery can be verified by referring to
the instrument cluster, which will display directions to
follow
Úpage 284.
To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Trunk
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. Push and release the lock button on the
key fob to lock all doors.
When the doors are unlocked, the turn signals will flash
and the illuminated entry features will be activated. When
the doors are locked, the turn signals will flash and the
horn will chirp. This setting can be adjusted in the
Uconnect system
Úpage 107.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is unlocked with the key fob, and no door
is opened within 60 seconds, the vehicle will relock and
the Vehicle Security system (if equipped) will arm.
 If one or more doors are open, or the trunk is open, the
doors will lock. The doors will unlock again automati -
cally if the key fob is left inside the passenger compart -
ment, otherwise the doors will stay locked.
1 — Unlock
2 — Trunk Open
3 — Lock
4 — Remote Start (If Equipped)
5 — PANIC Button
6 — Emergency Key

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All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first push
of the unlock button through Uconnect Settings
Úpage 107.
NOTE:When you use the key fob to open any door, the courtesy
lights, overhead lights, and approach lighting in the
outside mirrors (if equipped) will turn on.
To Unlatch The Trunk
Push the trunk button on the key fob two times within five
seconds to unlatch the trunk.
Using The Panic Feature
To turn the Panic feature on or off, push the Panic button
on the key fob. When the Panic feature is activated, the
turn signals will flash, the horn will pulse on and off, and
the interior lights will turn on.
The Panic feature will stay on for three minutes unless you
turn it off by either pushing the Panic button a second time
or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h) or
greater.
NOTE:
The interior lights will turn off if you place the ignition in
the ACC or ON/RUN position while the Panic feature is
activated. However, the exterior lights and horn will
remain on.
 You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the
vehicle when using the key fob to turn off the Panic
feature due to the radio frequency noises emitted by
the system.
Key Left Vehicle Feature
If a valid key fob is no longer detected inside the vehicle
while the vehicle’s ignition system is in the ON/RUN or
START position, the message “Key Fob Has Left The
Vehicle” will be shown in the instrument cluster display
along with an interior chime. An exterior audible and visual
alert will also be activated to warn the driver.
The vehicle’s horn will rapidly chirp three times along with
a single flash of the vehicle’s exterior lights.
NOTE:
The doors have to be open and then closed in order for
the vehicle to detect a key fob; the Key Left Vehicle
feature will not activate until all of the doors are closed.
 These alerts will not be activated in situations where
the vehicle’s engine is left running with the key fob
inside.
Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob
The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032
battery.
NOTE:
Customers are recommended to use a battery
obtained from Mopar®. Aftermarket coin battery
dimensions may not meet the original OEM coin battery
dimensions.
 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.

1. Remove the emergency key (2) by sliding the emergency key release (1) on the back of the key fob
and pulling the emergency key out with your other
hand.

Emergency Key Removal

1 — Emergency Key Release Button
2 — Emergency Key
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Programming And Requesting Additional
Key Fobs
Programming the key fob may be performed by an
authorized dealer.
NOTE:
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
repurposed and reprogrammed to another vehicle.
 Only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle elec -
tronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
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 autho -
rized dealer.
 Keys must be ordered to the correct key cut to match
the vehicle locks.
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 Radio Frequency (RF) receiver to prevent
unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore, only key fobs
that are programmed to the vehicle can be used to start
and operate the vehicle. The system cannot reprogram a
key fob obtained from another vehicle.
After placing the ignition in the ON/RUN position, the
Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a
bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it
indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. In
addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check, it
indicates that someone attempted to start the engine with
an invalid key fob. In the event that a valid key fob is used
to start the engine but there is an issue with the vehicle
electronics, the engine will start and shut off after two
seconds. If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle
operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds), 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.
NOTE:A key fob that has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key.
All of the key fobs provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics
Úpage 284.
IGNITION SWITCH
KEYLESS ENTER ‘N GO™ IGNITION
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.
WARNING!

Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and lock
all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
 For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter ‘n Go™
Ignition, always remember to place the ignition in the
OFF position when exiting the vehicle.
CAUTION!
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compatible
with some aftermarket Remote Start systems. Use of
these systems may result in vehicle starting problems
and loss of security protection.
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The START/STOP ignition button 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.

START/STOP Ignition Button

The push button ignition can be placed in the following
modes:
OFF
 The engine is stopped.
 Some electrical devices (e.g. power locks, alarm, etc.)
are still available. ACC

Engine is not started.
 Some electrical devices are available
(e.g. power windows).
ON/RUN
 Driving position.
 All electrical devices are available
(e.g. climate controls, etc.).
START
 The engine will start.
NOTE:If the ignition switch does not change with the push of a
button, the key fob may have a low or depleted battery. In
this situation, a backup 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 START/STOP
ignition button and push to operate the ignition switch.

Depleted Key Fob Battery Procedure

1 — OFF
2 — ACC
3 — ON/RUN
WARNING!
When exiting 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.
 Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children, and do not leave
the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter
‘n Go™ in the ON/RUN position. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
 Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehi -
cles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup may cause
serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for thieves. Always
remove key fobs from the vehicle and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.

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NOTE:
When opening the driver's door with the ignition in
ON/RUN (engine not running), a chime will sound to
remind you to place the ignition in the OFF position.
In addition to the chime, the message will display
“Ignition Or Accessory On” in the cluster.
 For more information on proper engine starting
procedures, see
Úpage 71.
REMOTE START — 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 328 ft (100 m).
Remote Start is used to defrost windows in cold weather,
and to reach a comfortable climate in all ambient
conditions before the driver enters the vehicle.
NOTE:Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob may reduce
this range Úpage 284.
HOW TO USE REMOTE START
Push and release the Remote Start button on the key fob
twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors will lock, the
parking lights will flash, and the horn will chirp
(if programmed). Then, the engine will start, and the
vehicle will remain in the Remote Start mode for a
15 minute cycle. Pushing the Remote Start button a third
time shuts the engine off.
To drive the vehicle, push the unlock button, and place the
ignition in the ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
 With Remote Start, the engine will only run for
15 minutes.
 Remote Start can only be used twice. 
If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the
vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.
 The parking lights will turn on and remain on during
Remote Start mode.
 For security, power window and power sunroof opera -
tion (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in
the Remote Start mode.
 The ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN position
before the Remote Start sequence can be repeated for
a third cycle.
All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:
 Gear selector in PARK
 Doors closed
 Hood closed
 Trunk closed
 Hazard switch off
 Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)
 Battery at an acceptable charge level
 Panic button not pushed
 System not disabled from previous Remote Start event
 Vehicle Security system indicator flashing
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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