The ignition switch is provided with a safety
mechanism. If the engine fails to start, the
ignition should be returned to the STOP/OFF
position prior to repeating the starting proce-
dure.
On models equipped with an automatic trans-
mission, the ignition key is only removable when
the gear selector is in PARK (P).
Vehicle On Message
When opening the driver’s door and the ignition
is in ON/RUN (engine not running) mode, a
chime will sound to remind you to place the
ignition in the OFF mode. In addition to the
chime, the Vehicle On message will display in
the cluster.
NOTE:
The power window switches and power sunroof
(if equipped) will remain active for three minutes
after the ignition is cycled to the OFF mode.
Opening either front door will cancel this feature.
The time for this feature is programmable.
WARNING!
• Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a
complete stop, then shift the automatic
transmission into PARK, apply the parking
brake, place the engine in the OFF posi-
tion, remove the key fob from the vehicle
and lock your vehicle. If equipped with
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WARNING!
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Keyless Enter-N-Go, always make sure the
keyless ignition is in “OFF” position, re-
move the key fob from the vehicle and lock
the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat-
tended is dangerous for a number of rea-
sons. 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 mode. A child could operate power
windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
•
Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat
build-up may cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for
thieves. Always remove key fob from the
vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the
vehicle unattended.
Electronic Steering Wheel Lock — If
Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive
electronic steering wheel lock. This lock pre-
vents steering the vehicle with the ignition OFF.
The steering wheel lock releases with the igni-
tion ON. If the lock does not disengage and the
vehicle does not start, turn the wheel to the left
and right to disengage the lock.
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM
— IF EQUIPPED
This system uses the key fob to
start the engine conveniently from
outside the vehicle while still main-
taining security. The system has a
range of approximately 328ft
(100m).
NOTE:
• The vehicle must be equipped with an auto-
matic transmission to be equipped with Re-
mote Start.
• Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob
may reduce this range.
How To Use Remote Start
Push remote start button on the key fob twice
within five seconds. Pushing the remote start
button a third time shuts the engine off.
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