Keyless Ignition
The wireless key fob allows access to vehicle operation. Read the Starting the Engine section for details.
Starting Key Fob Operation:
When the electrical system is activated by the engine start/stop button, the key fob must be within range. If the key fob is not detected, the security light will flash. The electrical system will automatically shut down.
The starter motor will not engage during this time. If a key fob is not available, a passcode can be entered using the Ride Command display (or the instrument cluster, if vehicle not equipped with Ride Command). See the Security System section for details.
Driving Key Fob Operation:
After pushing the engine start/stop button, the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) will verify that the key fob is within range. The VCM will verify that the key fob is within range again once the speed of the vehicle rises above 3 MPH (5 km/h). If the fob is not found within 1 second, the chime activates for 6 seconds and the security light turns on. The chime does not repeat. If the fob is eventually found, the security light turns off.
Key Fob Storage:
The key fob should not be stored near devices that can cause interference, such as radio waves, such as cell phones, power supplies, or magnets, during operation.
The vehicle’s key fob will become inactive if a period of 7 days has elapsed since last startup.
For AutoDrive Transmission vehicles: Pressing the start button and/or the brake pedal will reestablish connection between the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) and the key fob.
For Manual Transmission vehicles: Pressing the start button and/or the clutch pedal will reestablish connection between the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) and the key fob.
While the connection is inactive, functions that involve the key fob, such as arming the alarm system, will not be available until after vehicle startup.