Remote Start - If Equipped; How To Use Remote Start - Dodge DURANGO 2021 Owner's Manual

REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED
This system uses the key fob to start
the engine conveniently from outside
the vehicle while still maintaining
security. The system has a range of
328 ft (100 m).
Remote Start is used to defrost windows in cold
weather, and to reach a comfortable climate in
all ambient conditions before the driver enters
the vehicle.
NOTE:
Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob
may reduce this range Ú page 357.
WARNING!
Do not start or run an engine in a closed
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garage or confined area. Exhaust gas
contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is
odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is
poisonous and can cause serious injury or
death when inhaled.
Keep key fobs away from children. Opera-
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tion of the Remote Start System, windows,
door locks or other controls could cause
serious injury or death.
H T U R S
OW O SE EMOTE TART
Push and release the Remote Start button on the
key fob twice within five seconds. The vehicle
doors will lock, the parking lights will flash, and
the horn will chirp twice (if programmed). Then,
the engine will start, and the vehicle will remain
in the Remote Start mode for a 15 minute cycle.
Pushing the Remote Start button a third time
shuts the engine off.
To drive the vehicle, push the unlock button,
and with a valid Keyless Enter 'n Go key fob in
the vehicle, place the ignition in the ON/RUN
position.
NOTE:
With Remote Start, the engine will only run
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for 15 minutes.
Remote Start can only be used twice.
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If an engine fault is present or fuel level is
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low, the vehicle will start and then shut down
in 10 seconds.
The park lamps will turn on and remain on
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during Remote Start mode.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
For security, power window operation is
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disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote
Start mode.
The ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN

position before the Remote Start sequence
can be repeated for a third cycle.
All of the following conditions must be met
before the engine will Remote Start:
Gear selector in PARK
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Doors closed
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Hood closed
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Liftgate closed
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Hazard switch off
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Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed)
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Battery at an acceptable charge level
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PANIC button not pushed
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System not disabled from previous remote

start event
Vehicle Security system indicator flashing
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