2013 Dodge Journey Owner Manual - Page 18

16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the Key Fob from vehicle, cycle the ignition OFF and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Therefore, only Key Fobs that are programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. After cycling the ignition to the ON/RUN position, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. In addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check, SENTRY KEY® it indicates that someone used an invalid Key Fob to start The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system prevents unauthor- the engine. Either of these conditions will result in the ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The engine being shut off after two seconds. 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 secor unlocked. onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. The system uses a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as (RKE) transmitter, a Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) and a possible by an authorized dealer. RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.