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Remote starting system — if equipped, How to use remote start – Dodge 2011 Grand Caravan User Manual

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REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED

This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve-
niently from outside the vehicle while still
maintaining security. The system has a range of

approximately 300 ft (91 m).

NOTE:

The vehicle must be equipped with an auto-

matic transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.

How To Use Remote Start

All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will Remote Start:

• Shift lever in PARK
• Doors closed
• Hood closed
• Liftgate closed
• Hazard switch off

• Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)
• Ignition key removed from ignition switch
• Battery at an acceptable charge level
• RKE PANIC button not pressed
• System not disabled from previous remote start event
• Vehicle theft alarm not active

WARNING!

Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or

confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon-
oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Car-
bon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious
injury or death when inhaled.

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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