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For 1990-2009 cars only

This vehicle has a content theft-deterrent alarm system.

Arming the System

To arm the system, either:

    • Press on the RKE transmitter.
    • Or, lock the vehicle using the key in the driver door.

The alarm automatically arms after about 30 seconds. The security light, located on the instrument panel, flashes.

Press on the RKE transmitter to open the trunk without setting off the alarm. The system rearms when the trunk is closed.

Disarming the System

To disarm the system, do one of the following:

    • Press on the RKE transmitter.
    • Turn the ignition to ON/RUN.
    • Allow the alarm to time out after about 30 seconds and reset itself.

The alarm automatically disarms.

If the system is armed and any door is unlocked without pressing on the RKE transmitter the alarm sounds.

How to Detect a Tamper Condition

If is pressed and the horn sounds, an attempted break-in has occurred while the system was armed.

If the alarm has been activated, the Alarm Activated message appears followed by a message showing what location set off the alarm. If there is more than one, all will appear. Each message appears for about one second and returns to the Alarm Activated message. See DIC Warnings and Messages for additional information.