immobilizer DODGE STRATUS 2004 2.G Owners Manual

SENTRY KEY Ð IF EQUIPPED
With this system, an electronically coded ignition key
sends a signal to the vehicle electronics. If the electronics
recognizes the signal, the vehicle will start and continue
to run. If the system does not recognize the signal the
vehicle will start and run for 2 seconds then shut off. The
system will allow the engine to be started and run (for 2
seconds) up to six times after which the starter motor will
be disabled and the engine will not crank.
NOTE:
²
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible
with remote starting systems. Use of these systems
may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of
security protection.
²Additional Sentry Keys or Mobil Speed PassŸ devices
held too close to the ignition key when starting the
vehicle may cause problems when attempting to startthe vehicle. These devices cannot damage the Sentry
Key System, but can cause a momentary problem
when attempting to start the engine. If a problem
occurs, remove the Sentry Key from the key ring and
restart the vehicle. Pagers, cell phones, walkmans, etc.,
have no effect on this system.
The Theft Alarm Light, located on the instrument cluster
to the right of the fuel gauge, will illuminate for about 3
seconds when the ignition switch is first turned to the On
position. If the vehicle electronics do not receive a valid
signal from the ignition key, the theft alarm light will
flash continuously to signal that the vehicle has been
immobilized. If the Theft Alarm Light remains On during
vehicle operation, it indicates a fault in the system
electronics.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
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Fuel
Adding............................. 162
Filler Cap........................... 162
Filter.............................. 196
Gauge.............................. 85
Hoses.............................. 211
Light............................... 90
Tank Capacity........................ 227
Fuses................................ 219
Garage Door Opener..................... 70
GasCap .............................. 162
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 160
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends............... 160
Gauges
Coolant Temperature................... 87
Fuel................................ 85
Gearshift............................. 135
Glass Cleaning......................... 218
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 172
Head Restraints......................... 58
Headlights............................ 222Aiming............................. 227
Bulb Replacement..................... 222
Cleaning............................ 217
High Beam........................... 86
Switch.............................. 63
Time Delay........................... 64
Heater............................... 120
Homelink Transmitter.................... 70
Hood Prop............................ 60
Hood Release.......................... 60
Hoses.............................209,211
Ignition
Key ................................ 11
Lock................................ 11
Illuminated Entry....................... 15
Immobilizer............................ 13
Infant Restraint......................... 41
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 55
Instrument Cluster....................... 84
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 83
Instrument Panel Cover.................. 218
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............ 218
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