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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

The vehicle is supplied with a code card containing key

code numbers to order duplicate keys, and the autho-

rized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key

code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers

can be used to order duplicate keys.

The key fob contains a mechanical integrated key. To

use the mechanical key, simply push the mechanical key

release button.

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Mechanical Ignition Key Removal

1. Place the gear selector in PARK (if equipped with an

automatic transmission).

2. Rotate the key to the OFF/LOCK position.

3. Remove the key from the mechanical ignition switch.

Key Fob

1 — Mechanical Key Release

Button

3 — Lock Button

2 — Unlock Button

4 — Liftgate Button

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the key fobs from vehicle, and lock all doors. and

lock your vehicle.

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with

access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children 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.

• 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 gear selector.

Mechanical Ignition Switch Positions

1 — STOP (OFF/LOCK)

2 — MAR (ACC/ON/RUN)

3 — AVV (START)

• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or

in a location accessible to children. 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.

WARNING!

• Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the auto-

matic transmission into PARK or the manual

transmission into FIRST gear or REVERSE, apply

the parking brake, turn the vehicle OFF, remove

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vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro-

grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate

the vehicle.

CAUTION!

An unlocked vehicle is an invitation. Always re-

move the key from the ignition and lock all the

doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

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NOTE: A key which has not been programmed is also

considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the

ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.

Locking Doors With A Key

If the vehicle security light is on after the key is turned

to the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position, it indicates that

there is a problem with the electronics.

You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the

door, turn the key to the left. To unlock the door, turn

the key to the right.

Key-In-Ignition Reminder

CAUTION!

Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the

ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF/LOCK

sounds a signal to remove the key.

• Always remove the Sentry Key from the vehicle

and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle

unattended.

• The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not com-

patible with some aftermarket remote starting

systems. Use of these systems may result in

vehicle starting problems and loss of security

protection.

SENTRY KEY

The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor-

ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The

system does not need to be armed or activated. Opera-

tion is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is

locked or unlocked.

All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have

been programmed to the vehicle electronics.

The system uses ignition keys which have an embedded

electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized

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