2015 JEEP CHEROKEE immobilizer

WARNING!
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key
Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
•Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the transmission gear selec-
tor.
•Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children, and do not
leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN
mode. A child could operate power windows, other
controls, or move the vehicle.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove key from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.
SENTRY KEY®
The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system prevents unauthor-
ized 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.
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The system uses a Key Fob with a factory-mated Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, a Keyless Ignition Node
(KIN) and a RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle
operation. Therefore, only Key Fobs that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate
the vehicle. The system will not allow the engine to crank
if an invalid Key Fob.
After placing the ignition to the ON/RUN position, 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 system. In
addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check,
it indicates that someone used an invalid Key Fob 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
seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the system.
Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as
possible by an authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
•Do not make modifications or alterations to the
immobilizer system. Modifications or alterations to
the immobilization system may result in a loss of
security protection.
•The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not com-
patible 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 Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
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Replacement Keys
NOTE:Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the
vehicle. Once a Key Fob is programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
•Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat-
tended.
•For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™,
always remember to place the ignition in the OFF
position.
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 Key Fobs.
Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho-
rized dealer. This procedure consists of programming a
blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob
is one that has never been programmed.
NOTE:When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer Sys-
tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized dealer.
Customer Key Programming
Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be
performed at an authorized dealer.
General Information
The Sentry Key® system complies with FCC rules part 15
and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is
subject to the following conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference.
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GVWR.................................591
Hazard Warning Flasher....................615
Headlights
Automatic............................169
Bulb Replacement.......................723
Cleaning.............................703
Delay................................169
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch.........174
Lights On Reminder.....................172
On With Wipers........................169
Passing..............................174
Replacing.............................722
Switch...............................168
Time Delay............................169
Head Restraints..........................157
Head Rests..............................157
Heated Mirrors...........................140
Heater.................................426
Heater, Engine Block.......................480
High Beam Indicator.......................331
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .174
Hill Descent Control.......................346
Hill Descent Control Indicator................526
Hill Start Assist...........................523
Hitches
Trailer Towing.........................597
Holder, Coin.............................313
Holder, Cup.............................311
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener)............288
Hood Release............................166
Ignition
Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Illuminated Entry..........................22
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)....................16
Inside Rearview Mirror.....................130
Instrument Cluster........................329
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Instrument Cluster......................351
Instrument Panel and Controls................328
Instrument Panel Cover.....................702
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning...............704
Interior Appearance Care....................702
Interior Fuses............................719
Interior Lights...........................176
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers).............180
Introduction..............................4
Inverter, Power...........................306
Jacking Instructions........................632
Jack Location............................629
Jack Operation...........................628
Jump Starting............................640
Key Fob
Arm The Alarm.........................19
Panic Alarm............................25
Programming Additional Key Fobs...........18
Programming Additional Transmitters.........18
Key-In Reminder..........................15
Keyless Enter-N-Go........................38
Keyless Enter-N-Go™
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors..................393
Passive Entry Programming................393
Unlock Liftgate.........................393
Keyless Entry System.......................22
Key, Replacement..........................18
Keys...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)....................16
Lane Change and Turn Signals................174
Lane Change Assist........................174
LaneSense..............................223
Lap/Shoulder Belts.........................55
Latches................................121
Hood................................16610
INDEX 757

Seats..................................149
Adjustment...........................149
Easy Entry............................165
Head Restraints........................157
Memory..............................162
Rear Folding..........................159
Seatback Release........................153
Tilting...............................153
Security Alarm............................19
Arm The System........................19
Selec-Terrain.............................503
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)...............728
SENTRY KEY®
FCC General Information..................18
Key Programming.......................18
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)....................16
Sentry Key Replacement.....................18
Service Assistance.........................739
Service Contract..........................741
Service Manuals..........................744
Shifting
Automatic Transmission..................484
Power Transfer Unit, Shifting into Power Transfer
Unit Neutral (N)........................608
Transfer Case, Shifting into Transfer Case
Neutral (N)...........................608
Transfer Case, Shifting out of Transfer Case
Neutral (N)...........................611
Shift Lever Override.......................647
Shoulder Belts............................55
Side View Mirror Adjustment.................137
Signals, Turn............................120
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)...................564
Snow Tires..............................557
Spare Tire...............................559
Spark Plugs.............................728
Specifications
Fuel (Gasoline).........................728
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