Remote keyless entry (RKE)
The RKE system allows you to lock
or unlock
the
doors, open the power liftgate, or activate the Panic
Alarm from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m)
using a hand-held RKE Key Fob. The key fob does not
need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the
system.
NOTE: Driving at speeds 5 MPH (8 km/h) and above disables the system from responding to all key fob buttons for all key fobs.
Key Fob
To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
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 and liftgate. The turn
signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock
signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on.
If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to "Keyless Enter-N-Go - Passive Entry" in "Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle" for further information.
1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks
This feature lets you program the system to unlock either
the driver's door or all doors on the first push of the
UNLOCK button on the key fob. To
change the
current setting, refer to "Uconnect Settings" in "Understanding
Your Instrument Panel" for further information.
Flash Lamps With Lock
This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when
the doors are locked or unlocked
with the key
fob. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To
change the current setting, refer to "Uconnect Settings"
in "Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for
further information.
Headlight Illumination On Approach
This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds
when the doors are unlocked with
the key fob. The
time for this feature is programmable on vehicles
equipped through Uconnect. To change the current
setting, refer to "Uconnect Settings" in "Understanding
Your Instrument Panel" for further information.
To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
Push and release the LOCK button
on the key fob to
lock all doors and liftgate. The turn signal lights will
flash, and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the
signal.
If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to "Keyless Enter-N-Go - Passive Entry" in "Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle" for further information.
Sound Horn With Lock
This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the key fob. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the current setting, refer to "Uconnect Settings" in "Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for further information.
Using The Panic Alarm
To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push and hold
the button on the key fob for at
least one second
and release. When the Panic Alarm is activated, the
turn signals will flash, the horn will pulse on and off,
and the interior lights will turn on.
The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless
you turn it off by either pushing the
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 Alarm 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 Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the system.
Programming Additional Key Fobs
Programming key fobs may be performed at an authorized dealer.
Key Fob Battery Replacement
The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery.
NOTE:
- Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply.Batteries could contain dangerous materials. Please dispose of them according to respect for environment and local laws.
- Used batteries are harmful to the environment. You can dispose of them either in the correct containers as specified by law or by taking them to an authorized dealership, which will deal with their disposal.
- Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board.
- Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical latch on the back of the key fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
Separating Key Fob Case
A - Emergency Key Release Button B - Remove The Emergency Key
- Insert the tip of the emergency key, #2 flat blade screwdriver, or a coin into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the key fob apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal.
Separating Key Fob Case With Emergency Key
Separating Key Fob Case With A Coin
- Remove the battery by turning the back cover over (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the battery.
Replace Battery In The Key Fob
- Fit a new battery in place of the depleted battery.When replacing the battery, match the + sign on the battery to the + sign on the inside of the back cover.Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers.Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol.
- To assemble the key fob case, snap the two halves together until they are tightly clamped.
General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.