2011 JEEP WRANGLER remote start

WARNING!
•Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon-
oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Car-
bon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious
injury or death when inhaled.
•Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters
away from children. Operation of the Remote Start
System, windows, door locks or other controls
could cause serious injury or death.
Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped
The following messages will display in the EVIC if the
vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema-
turely:
•Remote Start Aborted - Door Ajar
•Remote Start Aborted - Hood Ajar
•Remote Start Aborted - Fuel Low
The EVIC message stays active until the ignition is turned
to the ON/RUN position.
To Enter Remote Start
Press and release the REMOTE START button
on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec-
onds. The parking lights will flash and the horn
will chirp twice (if programmed). Then, the
engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the
Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.
NOTE:
•The park lamps will turn on and remain on during
Remote Start mode.
•For security, power window operation is disabled
when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode.
•The engine can be started two consecutive times (two
15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However,
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the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN
position before you can repeat the start sequence for a
third cycle.
Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur:
•The engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500
•Any engine warning lamps come on
•The hood is opened
•The hazard switch is pressed
•The transmission is moved out of PARK
•The brake pedal is pressed
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle
Press and release the REMOTE START button one time,
or allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.
NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system
will disable the one time press of the REMOTE START
button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote
Start request.
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release
the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock
the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if
equipped). Then, insert the key into the ignition switch
and turn the switch to the ON/RUN position.
NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN
position in order to drive the vehicle.
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6. The doors were not previously locked using the power
door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter
Automatic Door Locks Programming —
If Equipped
The Automatic Door Locks feature can be enabled or
disabled as follows:
•For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped/Personal
Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Un-
derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further infor-
mation.
•For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the
following procedure:
1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition
switch. 2. Within 15 seconds, cycle the ignition switch between
LOCK and ON/RUN and then back to LOCK four times
ending up in the LOCK position (do not start the engine).
3. Within 30 seconds, press the power door LOCK switch
to lock the doors.
4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the
programming.
5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to
its previous setting.
NOTE:
•If you do not hear the chime it means that the system
did not enter the programming mode and you will
need to repeat the procedure.
•Use the Automatic Door Locks feature in accordance
with local laws.
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5. The vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h).
6. The doors were not previously locked using the power
door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter.
Automatic Door Locks Programming
The “Automatic Door Locks” feature can be enabled or
disabled as follows:
1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition.
2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON/
RUN and then back to LOCK four times ending up in the
LOCK position.
3. Press the power door LOCK switch to lock the doors.
4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the
programming.5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to
its previous setting.
NOTE:
Use the “Automatic Door Locks” feature in
accordance with local laws.
Child-Protection Door Lock System —
Rear Doors
To provide a safer environment for small children riding
in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with
Child-Protection Door Lock system.
To Engage Or Disengage The Child-Protection
Door Lock System
1. Open the rear door.
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Rear Power Windows — Four-Door Models
The rear passenger window switches are located on the
back of the center floor console. Press the switch down-
ward to open the window and upward to close the
window.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down in certain open or partially open posi-
tions. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized
by adjusting the window opening.
REAR SWING GATE
The rear swing gate can be unlocked by using the key,
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, or by activating
the power door lock switches located on the front doors.
To open the swing gate, press the button on the gate
handle.
Rear Power Window Switches (Four-Door Models)
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Rearview Mirrors........................ 96
Recorder, Event Data ...................... 70
Recreational Towing ...................... 478
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ..... 480
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) .... 481
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 453
Refrigerant ............................ 515
Release, Hood .......................... 148
Reminder, Lights On ..................... 152
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 57
Remote Control Door Locks ......................... 21
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 348
Remote Starting System .................... 26
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 545
Replacement Keys ........................ 16
Replacement Parts ....................... 508
Replacement Tires ....................... 443 Reporting Safety Defects
................... 576
Resetting Oil Change Indicator .............. 289
Restraint, Head ......................... 142
Restraints, Child ....................... 71,75
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 43
Rotation, Tires .......................... 446
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 87
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 89
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 576
Safety Information, Tire ................... 426
Safety Tips ............................. 85
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 86
Satellite Radio Antenna .................314,339
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 554
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 57
Seat Belts ............................ 47,87
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ...... 53
And Pregnant Women .................. 58
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Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage.............. 53
Shoulder Belts ........................... 47
Side Airbag ............................. 66
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) .......... 362
Signals, Turn ................. 89,151,267,547,548
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 445
Soft Top ........................... 194,219
Spare Tire ....................... 440,441,486
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ...................... 452
Oil ............................... 511
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .............. 159
Speedometer ........................... 266
Starting ............................... 370
Automatic Transmission ................ 370
Cold Weather ....................... 371
Engine Block Heater .................. 373
Engine Fails to Start .................. 371
Manual Transmission .................. 370 Remote
............................ 26
Steering Power .......................... 405,406
Tilt Column ........................ 158
Wheel, Tilt ......................... 158
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .............. 348
Steering Wheel Mounted
Sound System Controls ................... 348
Storage ............................ 169,545
Storage, Behind the Seat ................... 169
Storage, Vehicle ...................... 361,545
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... 545
Stuck, Freeing .......................... 495
Sunrider ........................... 247,250
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ........ 59
Sway Bar Disconnect, Electronic ............. 389
Swing Gate, Rear ......................... 42
System, Remote Starting .................... 26
596 INDEX