Arming the System
To arm the system, do one of the following:
○ Press 
on the RKE transmitter.
○ 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 liftgate without setting off the alarm. The system rearms when the liftgate
is closed.
See also:
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
See “Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out” later in this section.
If the vehicle has a traction sys ...
Drunk Driving
Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy.
WARNING
Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment can be affecte ...
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation
Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status.
See “Safety Belts ...