2013 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED remote start

REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve-
niently from outside the vehicle while still
maintaining security. The system has a range of
approximately 300 ft (91 m).
NOTE:
• The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic
transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
• Obstructions between the vehicle and RKE transmitter
may reduce this range.
How To Use Remote Start
All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:
• Shift lever in PARK
• Doors closed • Hood closed
• Hazard switch off
• Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)
• Ignition key removed from ignition switch
• Battery at an acceptable charge level
• RKE PANIC button not pressed
• System not disabled from previous remote start event
• Vehicle theft alarm not active
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. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious in-
jury or death when inhaled. (Continued)28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING! (Continued)• 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 pre-
maturely:
• Remote Start Aborted — Door Ajar
• Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar
• Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low
• Remote Start Aborted — L/Gate Ajar
• Remote Start Aborted — System Fault 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 vehicle doors will lock, 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. 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29

• The engine can be started two consecutive times (two
15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However,
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.30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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. NOTE: Close the rear flip-up window before attempting
to close the swing gate (hard top models only).
CAUTION!Do not press on rear wiper blade when closing the
rear flip-up window, as damage to the blade will
result.
WARNING!Driving with the flip-up window open can allow
poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and
your passengers could be injured by these fumes.
Keep the flip-up window closed when you are oper-
ating the vehicle.
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NOTE:
• The available selections for each of the above entries
varies depending upon the disc.
• These selections can only be made while playing a
DVD.
• VES™ Power - Allows you to turn VES™ ON and OFF
(if equipped).
• VES™ Lock - Locks out rear VES™ remote controls (if
equipped).
• VES™ CH1/CH2 - Allows the user to change the mode
of either the IR1 or IR2 wireless headphones by
pressing the AUDIO/SELECT button (if equipped).
• Set Home Clock - Pressing the SELECT button allows
you to set the clock. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control
knob to adjust the hours and then press and turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to adjust the minutes.
Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to save
changes.
• Player Defaults - Selecting this item will allow the user
to scroll through the following items and set defaults
according to customer preference.
Menu Language — If Equipped
Selecting this item will allow the user to choose the
default startup DVD menu language (effective only if
language supported by disc). If you want to select a
language not listed, then scroll down and select  other. 
Enter the four-digit country code using the TUNE/
SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down to select the
number and then push to select.
4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341

Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of
outer rotary dials and inner push knobs. Blower Control
Rotate this control to regulate the
amount of air forced through the venti-
lation system in any mode. The blower
speed increases as you move the control
to the right from the “O” (OFF) position.
There are seven blower speeds.
NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the
climate controls will not function during Remote Start
operation if the blower control is left in the “O” (Off)
position.Manual Temperature Control392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Rear Window Features .................... .293
Rear Wiper/Washer ....................... .293
Recorder, Event Data .......................75
Recreational Towing ...................... .532
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ...... .534
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) ..... .536
Reformulated Gasoline .................... .507
Refrigerant ............................. .572
Release, Hood ........................... .166
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................59
Remote Control
Door Locks ............................22
Starting System .........................28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................22
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ .389
Remote Starting System ......................28
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .606
Replacement Keys .........................17
Replacement Parts ........................ .564 Replacement Tires ........................ .491
Reporting Safety Defects ................... .629
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ............... .325
Restraint, Head .......................... .160
Restraints, Child ...........................76
Restraints, Occupant ........................45
Rotation, Tires .......................... .494
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................ .101
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... .103
Safety Defects, Reporting ................... .629
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... .100
Safety Information, Tire .................... .471
Safety Tips ...............................99
Satellite Radio Antenna .................... .352
Schedule, Maintenance .................... .614
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .595
Seat Belt Reminder .........................59
Seat Belts ................................48646 INDEX

Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage ................55
Side Airbag ..............................70
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) ........... .402
Signals, Turn ........................... .103
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) .................. .492
Snow Tires ............................. .486
Soft Top ............................... .221
Spare Tire .............................. .487
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ............... .178
Speedometer ............................ .300
Starting .................................28
Automatic Transmission ................. .410
Cold Weather .........................411
Engine Block Heater .................... .413
Engine Fails to Start .....................411
Manual Transmission ................... .410
Remote ...............................28
Steering
Power .............................. .450 Tilt Column .......................... .177
Wheel, Tilt .......................... .177
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .............. .389
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .389
Storage ............................... .605
Storage, Behind the Seat ................... .190
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .401
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... .605
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .552
Sunrider ............................... .280
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ..........62
Sway Bar Disconnect, Electronic .............. .434
Swing Gate, Rear ..........................44
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .568
System, Remote Starting .....................28
Tachometer ............................. .304
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ......... .396
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ........... .305648 INDEX