uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm*
1Security System Alarm*
■ To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter or keyless access system, or
turn the power mode is set to ON. The system, along with the horn and flashing
lights, is deactivated.
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:
• Unlocking the door with the lock tab.
• Opening the hood with the hood release handle.
Models with power tailgate
■ Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• Opening the tailgate with the power tailgate
button on the dashboard.
• The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF.
• The hood and tailgate are closed.
• All doors and tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote transmitter,
or keyless access system.
If the 12-volt battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the 12-volt battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key, remote transmitter,
or keyless access system.
■ When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks and the blinking
interval changes after about 15 seconds.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
■ To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote
transmitter or keyless access system, or when the power mode is set to ON. The
security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
* Not available on all models
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