2009 JEEP LIBERTY immobilizer

WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri-
ously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the key in the
ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves.
Always remove the key from the ignition, and lock
all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
If you open the driver’s door and the key is in the
ignition, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the
key.NOTE:
The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds
when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC
position.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho-
rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation
is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked
or unlocked.
The system uses ignition keys that have an embedded
electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate
the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two
seconds if someone uses an invalid key to try to start the
engine.
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NOTE:A key that has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the
ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.
During normal operation, after turning on the ignition
switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three
seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the
bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the
electronics. In addition, if the Vehicle Security Light
begins to flash after the bulb check, it indicates that
someone used an invalid key to try to start the engine.
Either of these conditions will result in the engine being
shut off after two seconds.
If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal
vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec-
onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics.
Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as
possible by an authorized dealer. NOTE:
•The Sentry Key
Immobilizer System is not compat-
ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems.
Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and loss of security protection.
•Exxon/Mobil Speedpass™, additional Sentry Keys ,
or any other transponder-equipped components on
the same key chain will notcause a key-related
(transponder) fault unless the additional part is physi-
cally held against the ignition key being used when
starting the vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, or other
Radio Frequency (RF) electronics will not cause inter-
ference with this system.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
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Replacement Keys
NOTE:Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle
electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
Once a Sentry Key is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot
be programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
Always remove the Sentry Keys from the vehicle
and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat-
tended.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN).
Keep the PIN in a secure location. This number is
required for authorized dealer replacement of keys. Du-
plication of keys may be performed at an authorized
dealer or by following the customer key programming procedure. This procedure consists of programming a
blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one
that has never been programmed.
NOTE:
When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized dealer.
Customer Key Programming
If you have two valid Sentry Keys , you can program
new Sentry Keys to the system by performing the
following procedure:
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. Turn
the ignition switch to the ON position for at least three
seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds. Then, turn the
ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the first
key.
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Automatic........................... 143
Bulb Replacement ...................... 447
Cleaning ............................ 439
Delay .............................. 144
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 147
Lights On Reminder .................... 145
On With Wipers .................... 143,152
Passing ............................. 147
Replacing ........................... 447
Switch ........................... 142,143
Time Delay .......................... 144
Heated Mirrors .......................... 93
Heated Seats ........................... 132
Heater ............................... 274
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 293
High Beam Indicator ..................... 205
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 147
Hill Descent Control ..................... 331
Hill Descent Control Indicator ............207,331Hill Start Assist
......................... 328
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ 379
Holder, Coin ........................... 185
Holder, Cup ........................... 184
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 165
Hood Release .......................... 140
Ignition ............................... 12
Key ................................ 12
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 12
Illuminated Entry ........................ 19
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 14
Infant Restraint ........................ 71,72
Inflation Pressure Tires .................... 347
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 215
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 90
Instrument Cluster .................... 201,202
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 200
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Instrument Panel Cover................... 438
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 439
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 440
Interior Appearance Care .................. 438
Interior Lighting ...................... 142,147
Interior Lights .......................... 148
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 150
Introduction ............................. 4
Inverter, Power ......................... 182
Jack Location ........................... 396
Jack Operation ....................... 395,398
Jacking Instructions ...................... 398
Jump Starting .......................... 402
Key, Programming ........................ 16
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Key-In Reminder ......................... 14 Keyless Entry System
...................... 20
Keys ................................. 12
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 146
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 43
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) .....74,76
Latches ................................ 83
Hood .............................. 140
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 365
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 83
Life of Tires ............................ 352
Liftgate ................................ 40
Liftgate Flipper Glass ...................... 41
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ............. 192
Light Bulbs .......................... 83,446
Lights .............................. 83,142
Airbag .......................... 68,83,215
Anti-Lock ........................... 206
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Seats................................. 127
Adjustment .......................... 127
Easy Entry ........................... 139
Head Restraints ....................... 131
Heated ............................. 132
Height Adjustment ..................... 130
Lumbar Support ....................... 129
Memory ............................ 136
Power .............................. 130
Rear Folding ......................... 133
Reclining ............................ 128
Seatback Release ....................... 133
Tilting .............................. 130
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) .............18,214
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........424,451
Selection of Oil ......................... 414
Selec-Trac Operation ...................... 308
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Sentry Key Programming ................... 16 Sentry Key Replacement
................... 16
Service Assistance ....................... 471
Service Contract ......................... 473
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator) .................... 204
Service Manuals ........................ 475
Setting the Clock ................ 229,243,246,255
Settings, Personal ........................ 223
Shift Lock Manual Override ................ 295
Shifting Automatic Transmission ................. 296
Transfer Case ................. 302,304,308,310
Shoulder Belts ........................... 43
Side View Mirror Adjustment ................ 91
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) .......... 284
Signals, Turn ................. 83,146,205,448,449
Sky Slider Power Roof .................174,433
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 353
Spare Tire .......................... 350,396
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