Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option)
Transmitter flash sequence
Flashes when button is
pressed
Feature description
Indicates that the system is transmitting an RF signal.
did not receive the remote start
Two long flashes following re- Indicates that the transmitterthe vehicle system. The transmitter
mote start activation (transmit- activation confirmation from additional remote start activation
ter button is pressed two times will automatically send one when the operational range is at its
attempt. This usually occurs
within 3 seconds)
limit or has been exceeded.
One flash following remote
start activation (transmitter
button is pressed two times
within 3 seconds)
Indicates that the engine is running via remote start. If the
transmitter is moved outside of the operating range of the
system, this sequence will timeout after the normal 15-minute
vehicle run cycle.
2 flashes every 5 seconds
Indicates that the engine is running via remote start. If the
transmitter is removed outside of the operating range of the
system, this sequence will timeout after the normal 15-minute
vehicle run cycle.
3 flashes
Indicates that the engine has turned off due to a remote start
system 15-minute timeout, vehicle safety parameter or normal
shutdown.
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& Entering the vehicle while it
is running via remote start
1. Unlock the vehicle doors using the
keyless access function (if equipped) or
remote keyless entry system. If the vehicle’s doors are unlocked manually using
the key, the vehicle’s alarm system will
trigger (if the alarm system is armed prior
to activating the remote engine start
system) and the engine will turn off.
Perform either of the following procedures
to disarm the alarm system. Refer to
“Alarm system” F2-25.
. Insert the key into the ignition switch
and turn it to the “ON” position (models
without “keyless access with pushbutton start system”)
. Turn the push-button ignition switch
to the “Acc” or “ON” position (models
with “keyless access with push-button
start system”)
. Press any button on the access key/
remote keyless entry transmitter.
2. Enter the vehicle.
3. The engine will shut down when any
door or rear gate is opened.
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