2010 Dodge Challenger Owner Manual SRT8 - Page 17

16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SENTRY KEYா The Sentry Key௡ Immobilizer System prevents unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked. bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. This condition will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds. If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. The system uses Key Fob with factory-mated Remote Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and Wireless Ignition possible by an authorized dealer. Node (WIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. CAUTION! Therefore, only Key Fobs that are programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The The Sentry Key௡ Immobilizer system is not compatsystem will shut the engine off in two seconds if an ible with some after-market remote starting systems. invalid Key Fob is used to start the engine. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting After placing the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- problems and loss of security protection. tion, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the All of the Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics.