2012 Dodge Caliber Owner Manual - Page 28

26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the NOTE: new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic transmission to be equipped with Remote Start. battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. • Obstructions between the vehicle and the Key Fob may reduce this range. 3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves together. How To Use Remote Start NOTE: If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw, All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: reinstall and tighten the screw until snug. REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conveniently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security. The system has a range of approximately 300 ft (91 m). Obstructions between the vehicle and RKE transmitter may reduce this range. • Shift lever in PARK • Doors closed • Hood closed • Hazard switch off • Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed) • Ignition key removed from ignition switch • Battery at an acceptable charge level