2010 JEEP COMPASS immobilizer

Locking Doors With A Key
You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the
door, turn the key to the right. To unlock the door, turn
the key to the left. Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition
and the ignition position is LOCK or ACC, sounds a
signal to remind you to remove the key.
NOTE:With the driver’s door open and the key in the
ignition, the power door locks will not lock and Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will not function.
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.
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.
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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
compatible with some aftermarket remote starting sys-
tems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and loss of security protection.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
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.
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Ignition Key Removal..................... 12
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 15
Infant Restraint .......................... 73
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 196
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 89
Instrument Cluster ....................... 183
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 181
Instrument Panel Cover ................... 407
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 408
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 408
Interior Appearance Care .................. 406
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 146
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 361
Jack Operation ....................... 360,362
Jacking Instructions ...................... 362
Jump Starting .......................... 366 Key, Programming
........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Key-In Reminder ......................... 15
Keyless Entry System (Sedan) ................ 19
Keys ................................. 12
Knee Bolster .......................... 56,57
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 416
Lane Change Assist ...................... 143
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 39
Latches ................................ 83
Hood .............................. 138
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 335
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 83
Life of Tires ............................ 323
Liftgate (Sedan) .......................... 35
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ............. 174
Light Bulbs .......................... 83,412
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Roll Over Warning........................ 4
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ................. 176
Rotation, Tires .......................... 325
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 82
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 83
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 450
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 81
Safety Information, Tire ................... 308
Safety Tips ............................. 81
Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 253
Satellite Radio (Uconnect studios)........... 252
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 426
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 408
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 53
Seat Belts ............................ 37,82
Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................. 44
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 44
And Pregnant Women ................... 55 Child Restraint
........................ 72
Extender ............................. 55
Front Seat ............................ 39
Inspection ............................ 82
Pretensioners .......................... 49
Rear Seat ............................. 39
Seats ................................. 126
Adjustment .......................... 126
Heated ............................. 131
Lumbar Support ....................... 128
Rear Folding ......................... 136
Rear Folding (Sedan) ................... 136
Seatback Release ....................... 129
Tilting .............................. 129
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 18
Selection of Oil ......................... 384
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Sentry Key Programming ................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement ................... 16
468 INDEX