2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Owner Manual - Page 20

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Vehicle Security Alarm is arming. During this period, if a Security System Manual Override door is opened, the ignition switch is turned ON, or the The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the power door locks are unlocked by either the power door doors using the manual door lock plunger. lock switch or the RKE transmitter, the Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm. After 16 seconds, the Vehicle Security Light will flash slowly. This shows that the Vehicle Security Alarm is fully armed. To Disarm the Alarm Unlock a front door using the RKE transmitter. Starting the vehicle with a valid Sentry Key௡ will disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. A valid key is one that is programmed to that particular vehicle. A valid key will disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. An invalid key will trigger the alarm. Tamper Alert If the horn sounds three times when you unlock a front door using the RKE transmitter, the alarm has been activated. Check the vehicle for tampering. Door Lock Plunger 2