Dodge Dart (2016 year). Manual

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

Your vehicle uses either a key start ignition system or
keyless ignition system. The key start ignition system
consists of a either a bladed key with an immobilizer chip
in it, or a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter and an Ignition Node Module (IGNM). The
keyless ignition system consists of a Key Fob with
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and a Keyless
Push Button Ignition.

Ignition Node Module (IGNM) — If Equipped

The Ignition Node Module (IGNM) operates similar to an
ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with
detents and one that is spring-loaded. The detent posi-
tions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The START position
is a spring-loaded momentary contact position. When
released from the START position, the switch automati-
cally returns to the ON/RUN position.

Ignition Node Module (IGNM)

1 — OFF
2 — ACC (ACCESSORY)
3 — ON/RUN
4 — START

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Keyless Push Button Ignition — If Equipped

This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition
switch with the push of a button, as long as the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is in the passenger
compartment.

The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four operating
positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate
when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and
ON/RUN. The fourth position is START, during start
RUN will illuminate.

NOTE:

In case the ignition switch does not change with

the push of a button, the RKE transmitter (Key Fob) may
have a low or dead battery. In this situation, a back up
method can be used to operate the ignition switch. Put
the nose side (side opposite of the emergency key) of the
Key Fob against the ENGINE START/STOP button and
push to operate the ignition switch.

Keyless Push Button Ignition

1 — OFF
2 — ACC (ACCESSORY)
3 — ON/RUN

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Keyless Enter-N-Go Feature

If your vehicle is equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go
feature, refer to “Starting Procedure” in “Starting And
Operating” for further information.

Standard Blade Ignition Key — If Equipped

Your vehicle may use a standard blade key ignition
system. The authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle
has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These
numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your
authorized dealer. Ask your authorized dealer for these
numbers and keep them in a safe place. You can insert the
double-sided standard blade key into the ignition switch
or lock cylinders with either side up.

Key Fob — If Equipped

The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in
the rear of the Key Fob.

Standard Blade Ignition Key

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The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle
should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
You can keep the emergency key with you when valet
parking.

To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch
on the face of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and
then pull the key out with your other hand.

Emergency Key Removal (IGNM)

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NOTE:

You can insert the double-sided emergency key

into the lock cylinders with either side up.

Ignition Or Accessory On Message

When opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in
ACC or ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to

remind you to place the ignition in the OFF position. In
addition to the chime, the ignition or accessory on
message will display in the cluster.

NOTE:

With the Uconnect system, the power window

switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), and power
outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the
ignition is cycled to the OFF position. Opening either
front door will cancel this feature. The time for this
feature is programmable. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.

NOTE:

• Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the

parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully
when parked to guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage.

Emergency Key Removal

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• When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fob

from the ignition and lock your vehicle. If equipped
with Keyless Enter-N-Go, always make sure the key-
less ignition node is in “OFF” mode, remove the Key
Fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access

to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a
vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally
injured. Children should be warned not to touch the
parking brake, brake pedal or the transmission gear
selector.

• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or in

a location accessible to children), and do not leave the
ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-
N-Go in the ON/RUN mode. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

CAUTION!

An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove key from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.

General Information

The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired op-
eration.

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NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved

by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

SENTRY KEY

The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthor-
ized 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.

The system uses a Key or Key Fob with Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter, an RF receiver, and either an
Ignition Node Module (IGNM) or a Keyless Push Button
Ignition to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.
Therefore, only Keys or Key Fobs that are programmed to
the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle.

After placing the ignition in 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,
it indicates that someone used an invalid Key Fob to start
the engine. Either of these conditions 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 electron-
ics. Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon
as possible by an authorized dealer.

CAUTION!

The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat-
ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems.
Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and loss of security protection.

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All of the Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.

Replacement Keys

NOTE:

Only Keys or Key Fobs that are programmed to

the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate
the vehicle. Once a Key or Key Fob is programmed to a
vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.

CAUTION!

Always remove the keys from the vehicle and lock all
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho-
rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a
blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob
is one that has never been programmed.

NOTE:

When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer sys-

tem serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to an
authorized dealer.

Customer Key Programming

Programming Keys or Key Fobs with RKE transmitters
may be performed at an authorized dealer.

General Information

The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired op-
eration.

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NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved

by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED

The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors
for unauthorized entry and the ignition switch for unau-
thorized operation. This system may also incorporate a
ultrasonic intrusion sensor that monitors for motion in
the vehicle. If something triggers the alarm, the Vehicle
Security Alarm will provide the following audible and
visible signals: the horn will pulse, the headlights, park
lamps and/or turn signals will flash, and the Vehicle
Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash.

Rearming Of The System

If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to
disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn the horn

off after three minutes, turn all of the visual signals off
after 15 minutes, and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will
rearm itself.

To Arm The System

Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm:

1. Make sure the vehicles ignition is cycled to the “OFF”

position (refer to

⬙Starting Procedures⬙ in ⬙Starting

And Operating

⬙ for further information).

• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go,

make sure the vehicle ignition system is OFF.

• For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go,

make sure the vehicle ignition system is OFF, and the
key is physically removed from the ignition.

2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the

vehicle:

• Push LOCK on the interior power door lock switch

with the driver and/or passenger door open.

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• Push the LOCK button on the exterior Passive Entry

Door Handle with a valid Key Fob available in the
same exterior zone (refer to

⬙Keyless Enter-N-Go⬙ in

⬙Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle⬙ for
further information).

• Push the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry

(RKE) transmitter.

3. If any doors are open, close them.

To Disarm The System

The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of
the following methods:

• Push the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless

Entry (RKE) transmitter.

• Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle if

equipped, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” in “Things To
Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further infor-
mation.

• Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF

position.

• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go,

push the Keyless Enter-N-Go START/STOP button
(requires at least one valid Key Fob in the vehicle).

• For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go,

insert a valid key into the ignition switch and turn
the key to the ON position.

NOTE:

• The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button on

the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle
Security Alarm.

• When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, the interior

power door lock switches will not unlock the doors.

The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your
vehicle. However, you can create conditions where the

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system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previ-
ously described arming sequences has occurred, the
Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether
you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle
and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs,
disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.

If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery
becomes disconnected, the Vehicle Security Alarm will
remain armed when the battery is reconnected; the
exterior lights will flash, the horn will sound. If this
occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.

Tamper Alert

If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in
your absence, the horn will sound three times, and the
exterior lights blink three times when you unlock the
doors. Check the vehicle for tampering.

To Use The Panic Alarm

To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push and hold
the PANIC button on the Key Fob/Remote for at least
one second and release. When the Panic Alarm is on, the
headlights will turn on, the park lights and turn signals
will flash, the horn will pulse on and off, and the interior
lights will turn on.

The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless
you turn it off by either pushing the PANIC button a
second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph
(24 km/h) or greater.

NOTE:

• The interior lights will turn off if you cycle the ignition

switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the
Panic Alarm is activated. However, the exterior lights
and horn will remain on.

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• You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the

vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the
Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted
by the system.

Security System Manual Override

The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the
doors using the manual door lock plunger.

ILLUMINATED ENTRY

The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the
doors or open any door.

This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the
outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “Mirrors” in
“Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for fur-
ther information.

The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds,
or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition is
cycled to the ON/RUN position from the OFF position.

NOTE:

• The front courtesy overhead console and door cour-

tesy lights will turn on if the dimmer control is in the

⬙Dome ON⬙ position (extreme top position).

• The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the

dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat” position
(extreme bottom position).

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)

The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors,
open the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from dis-
tances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held
Key Fob with RKE transmitter. The RKE transmitter does
not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the
system.

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NOTE:

Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above

disables the system from responding to all RKE transmit-
ter buttons for all RKE transmitters.

To Unlock The Doors

Push and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE
transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice
within five seconds to unlock all doors. The turn signal
lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The
illuminated entry system will also turn on.

Key Fob With Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter

(IGNM)

Key Fob With RKE Transmitter

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If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to
“Keyless Enter-N-Go” under “Things To Know Before
Starting Your Vehicle” for further information.

1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks

This feature lets you program the system to unlock either
the driver’s door or all doors on the first push of the
UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. To change the
current setting, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.

Flash Lights With Lock

This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when
the doors are locked with the RKE transmitter. This
feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the
current setting, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.

Headlight Illumination On Approach

This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds
when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter.
The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles
equipped through Uconnect. To change the current set-
ting, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for further information.

To Lock The Doors

Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit-
ter to lock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash, and
the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal.

If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to
“Keyless Enter-N-Go” under “Things To Know Before
Starting Your Vehicle” for further information.

Sound Horn With Lock

This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors
are locked with the RKE transmitter. This feature can be

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turned on or turned off. To change the current setting,
refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.

To Unlatch The Trunk

Push the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two
times within five seconds to unlatch the trunk.

If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to
“Keyless Enter-N-Go” under “Things To Know Before
Starting Your Vehicle” for further information.

Using The Panic Alarm

To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push and hold
the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one
second and release. When the Panic Alarm is activated,
the turn signals will flash, the horn will pulse on and off,
and the interior lights will turn on.

The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless
you turn it off by either pushing the PANIC button a
second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 MPH
(24 km/h) or greater.

NOTE:

• The interior lights will turn off if you place the ignition

in the ACC or ON/RUN position while the Panic
Alarm is activated. However, the exterior lights and
horn will remain on.

• You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the

vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the
Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted
by the system.

Programming Additional Transmitters

Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be
performed at an authorized dealer.

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Transmitter Battery Replacement

The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032
battery.

NOTE:

• Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply.

See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

• Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back

housing or the printed circuit board.

1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical

latch on the back of the RKE transmitter sideways
with your thumb and then pull the key out with your
other hand.

Ignition Node Module (IGNM) Emergency Key Removal

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