To arm the system using remote transmitter

1. Close all windows and the moonroof (if equipped).

2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

3. Open the doors and get out of the vehicle.

4. Make sure that the engine hood is locked.

5. Close all doors and the rear gate.

: Press

to Disarm the system. : Press to Disarm the system.
: Press to Arm the system.

Type A
Type A

Type B
Type B

6. Briefly press the “(for less” button (for less than 2 seconds). All doors and the rear gate will lock, an electronic chirp will sound once, the turn signal lights will flash once, and the security indicator light will start flashing rapidly. After rapid flashing for 30 seconds (standby time), the security indicator light will then flash slowly (twice approximately every 2 seconds), indicating that the system has been armed for surveillance.

If any of the doors or the rear gate is not fully closed, an electronic chirp sounds five times, the turn signal lights flash five times to alert you that the doors or the rear gate are not properly closed. When you close the door, the system will automatically arm and the doors will be automatically locked.

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