2010 Dodge Charger Owner Manual - Page 16

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver's door when the Key Fob is in the ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, sounds a signal to remind you to remove the Key Fob. Therefore, only Key Fobs that are programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The system will not allow the engine to crank if an invalid Key Fob is used to start and operate the vehicle. 2 NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds After placing the ignition switch in the RUN position, the when the Key Fob is placed in the LOCK or ACC ignition Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it position. indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. This SENTRY KEYா condition will result in the engine being shut off after two The Sentry Key௡ Immobilizer System prevents unautho- seconds. rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. or unlocked. Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as The system uses Key Fob with factory-mated Remote possible by an authorized dealer. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.