2010 JEEP PATRIOT immobilizer

CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove the key from the ignition and lock all the
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
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
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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.
CAUTION!
The Sentry KeyImmobilizer system is not compat-
ible with some after-market remote starting systems.
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
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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.
3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within
15 seconds. After 10 seconds, a chime will sound. In
addition, the Vehicle Security Light will begin to flash.
Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and
remove the second key.
4. Insert a blank Sentry Key
into the ignition switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within
60 seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound.
In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing.
To indicate that programming is complete, the Vehicle
Security Light will turn on again for three seconds and
then turn off.
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Ignition............................... 12
Key ................................ 12
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 12
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 14
Infant Restraint .......................... 73
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 202
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 91
Instrument Cluster ....................... 189
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 187
Instrument Panel Cover ................... 432
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 432
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 433
Interior Appearance Care .................. 431
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 149
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 386
Jack Operation ....................... 386,387
Jacking Instructions ...................... 387 Jump Starting
.......................... 391
Key, Programming ........................ 16
Key, Replacement ........................ 15
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Key-In Reminder ......................... 14
Keyless Entry System (Sedan) ................ 18
Keys ................................. 12
Knee Bolster ............................ 56
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 441
Lane Change Assist ...................... 146
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 38
Latches ................................ 85
Hood .............................. 141
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 360
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 86
Life of Tires ............................ 348
Liftgate (Sedan) .......................... 35
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Retractable Cargo Area Cover............... 174
Roll Over Warning ........................ 4
Roof Type Carrier ....................... 180
Rotation, Tires .......................... 350
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 83
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 85
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 472
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 82
Safety Information, Tire ................... 332
Safety Tips ............................. 81
Satellite Radio Antenna .................254,264
Satellite Radio (Uconnect studios)........... 262
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 448
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 433
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 53
Seat Belts ............................ 36,83
Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................. 43
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 43And Pregnant Women
................... 55
Child Restraint ........................ 73
Extender ............................. 55
Front Seat ............................ 38
Inspection ............................ 83
Pretensioners .......................... 49
Rear Seat ............................. 38
Seats ................................. 129
Adjustment .......................... 130
Heated ............................. 134
Lumbar Support ....................... 131
Rear Folding ......................... 139
Rear Folding (Sedan) ................... 139
Seatback Release ....................... 132
Tilting .............................. 132
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 17
Selection of Oil ......................... 408
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Sentry Key Programming ................... 16
490 INDEX