2006 JEEP COMMANDER immobilizer

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

A Word About Your Keys..................14
▫Ignition Key..........................14
▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder................15

Sentry Key Immobilizer System..............15
▫Important Note About Service.............16
▫Replacement Keys......................16
▫Customer Key Programming..............17
▫General Information....................17

Illuminated Entry........................18
Doors And Door Locks....................18
▫Manual Door Locks.....................18
▫Power Door Locks.....................20

Remote Keyless Entry.....................21
▫To Unlock The Doors...................21
▫To Lock The Doors.....................22
▫To Release The Liftgate Flipper Glass........22
▫Using The Panic Alarm..................23
▫General Information....................24
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Key-In-Ignition Reminder
If the driver’s door is opened when the key is in the
ignition and not turned to the ON position, a chime will
sound to remind you to remove the key.
CAUTION!
Always remove the key from the ignition, and lock
all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIM) prevents
unauthorized operation of the vehicle by disabling the
engine. The system will shut the engine down after 2
seconds of running if an invalid key is used to start the
vehicle. This system utilizes ignition keys which have an
electronic chip (transponder) embedded into them. Onlykeys that have been programmed to the vehicle can be
used to start and operate the vehicle for longer than the
2 second validation time period.
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System does not need to be
armed or activated. Operation of the system is automatic
regardless of whether or not the vehicle is locked or
unlocked. During normal operation, the SKIM indicator
light will come on for 3 seconds immediately after the
ignition switch is turned on for a bulb check. Afterwards,
if the bulb remains on, this indicates a malfunction in the
electronics. If the bulb begins to flash immediately after
the ignition switch is turned on, this indicates that an
invalid key is being used to start the vehicle. Both of
these conditions will result in the engine being shut
down after 2 seconds of running. Keep in mind that a key
which has not been programmed is also considered an
invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition for that
vehicle.
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If the SKIM indicator light comes on during normal
vehicle operation (it has been running for longer than 10
seconds) a fault has been detected in the electronics and
the vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible.
NOTE:
•The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible
with remote starting systems. Use of these systems
may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of
security protection.
•Mobil Speedpass™, additional Sentry Keys, or any
other transponder equipped components on the same
keychain will not cause a key-related (Transponder)
fault unless the additional part isphysically held
against the ignition keybeing used when starting the
vehicle. Also, cell phones, pagers, or other RF electron-
ics will not cause interference with this system.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Important Note About Service
A four digit PIN number is needed to service the Sentry
Key Immobilizer System. This number can be obtained
from your authorized dealer. However, this number can
also be found on your customer invoice that you were
given upon receipt of your vehicle.
Replacement Keys
NOTE:Only keys that have been programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once
a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it cannot
be programmed to any other vehicle.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four digit PIN number. This number is required
for dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of keys may
be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the
Customer Key Programming procedure. This procedure
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consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle
electronics. A blank key is one which has never been
programmed.
NOTE:When having the Sentry Key System serviced,
bring all vehicle keys to the dealer.
Customer Key Programming
You can program new keys to the system if you have two
valid keys by doing the following:
1. Cut the additional Sentry Key Transponder blank(s) to
match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code.
2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch and
turn the ignition switch ON for at least 3 seconds but no
longer than 15 seconds. Turn the ignition switch OFF and
remove the first key.
3. Insert the second valid key and turn the ignition
switch ON within 15 seconds. After ten seconds, a chimewill sound and the SKIM indicator light will begin to
flash. Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the
second key.
4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch and
turn the ignition switch ON within 60 seconds. After 10
seconds, a single chime will sound. The SKIM indicator
light will stop flashing, turn on for 3 seconds; then turn
off.
The new Sentry Key has been programmed. Repeat this
process to program up to a total of 8 keys.
General Information
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System complies with FCC
rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
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Interior Lighting........................ 120
Interior Lights.......................120,125
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 128
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 332
Jack Operation.......................332,335
Jacking Instructions...................... 335
Jump Starting.......................... 338
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 15
Keyless Entry System...................... 21
Keys................................. 14
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 33LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)..... 63,64
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 305
Leaks, Fluid............................ 71
LifeofTires ............................ 294
Liftgate................................ 27
Liftgate Flipper Glass...................... 28
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer............. 168
Lights .............................. 71,120
Airbag............................ 56,179
Alarm ............................... 70
Anti-Lock........................... 179
Automatic Headlights................... 123
Battery Saver......................... 122
Brake Assist Warning.................140,183
Brake Warning........................ 178
Courtesy/Reading..................... 121
Cruise .............................. 184
Daytime Running...................... 125
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Reminder............................ 183
Shoulder Belt Anchorage.................. 37
Seats................................. 105
Adjustment.......................... 105
Cleaning............................ 379
Easy Entry........................... 118
Fold and Tumble Rear................... 109
Head Restraints....................... 107
Heated............................. 108
Lumbar Support....................... 106
Memory............................. 114
Power.............................. 108
Rear Folding.......................109,113
Reclining ............................ 106
Seatback Release....................... 113
Security Against Theft..................... 18
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............. 25,180
Selection of Oil......................... 353
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 15Sentry Key Programming................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement................... 16
Service Assistance....................... 412
Service Contract......................... 414
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . 178
Service Manuals........................ 416
Setting the Clock..................202,216,223
Shifting
Automatic Transmission................. 256
Shoulder Belts........................... 33
Signals, Turn........................126,178
Skylights, Command View................. 161
SmartBeams........................... 124
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 303
Snow Plow............................ 328
Spare Tire............................. 333
Spark Plugs............................ 356
Specifications
Fuel (Gasoline)........................ 305
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