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To program the new key:

1. Insert the current driver’s key (black in color) in the

ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not
start, see your dealer for service.

2. After the engine has started, turn the key to OFF, and

remove the key.

3. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to RUN

within 10 seconds of removing the previous key.

4. The SECURITY telltale light will turn off once the

key has been programmed. It may not be apparent
that the SECURITY light went on due to how
quickly the key is programmed.

5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if additional keys are 

to be programmed.

If you are ever driving and the SECURITY light comes
on and stays on, you will be able to restart your engine if
you turn it off. Your PASS

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Key III system, however, is

not working properly and must be serviced by your
dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS

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Key

III system at this time.

If you lose or damage a PASS

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Key III key, see your

dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS

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Key III to

have a new key made.

New Vehicle “Break

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In”

NOTICE:

Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate
“break

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in.” But it will perform better in the long

run if you follow these guidelines:

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Don’t drive at any one speed 

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 fast or 

slow 

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 for the first 500 miles (805 km).

Don’t make full

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throttle starts.

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Avoid making hard stops for the first 
200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time
your new brake linings aren’t yet broken
in. Hard stops with new linings can mean
premature wear and earlier replacement.
Follow this breaking

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in guideline every

time you get new brake linings.

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Don’t tow a trailer during break

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in. 

See “Towing a Trailer” in the Index for
more information.