2015 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. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious in-
jury 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
•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.
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To Enter Remote Start
Push 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.
•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 pushed
•The transmission is moved out of PARK
•The brake pedal is pushed
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To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle
Push 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 push 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, push 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.
DOORS
CAUTION!
Careless handling and storage of the removable door
panels may damage the seals, causing water to leak
into the vehicle’s interior.
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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, push the button on the gate
handle.
NOTE:Close the rear flip-up window before attempting
to close the swing gate (hard top models only).
Gate Handle
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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.
•Power —Allows you to turn the power ON and OFF
(if equipped).
•Lock —Locks out rear remote controls (if equipped).
•CH1/CH2 —Allows the user to change the mode of
either the IR1 or IR2 wireless headphones by pushing
the AUDIO/SELECT button (if equipped).
•Set Home Clock —Pushing the SELECT button
allows you to set the clock. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL
control knob to adjust the hours and then push and
turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to adjust the
minutes. Push 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.
Audio Language — If Equipped
Selecting this item allows you to choose a default audio
language (effective only if the language is supported by
the disc). You can select a language not listed by scrolling
down and selecting#other.#Enter the country code using
the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down
to select the number and then push to select.
348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Dimmer Switch, Headlight...................170
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine)...........................588
Power Steering.........................465
Disabled Vehicle Towing....................577
Disarming, Security System...................21
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................616
Door Locks..............................38
Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors......42
Door Locks............................38
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Remote...............................38
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................38
Door Locks, Automatic......................41
Doors..................................32
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt......................154
Driving................................449
Dual Top...............................192
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)........183
Electrical Power Outlets.....................183
Electric Remote Mirrors.....................113
Electronic Brake Control System...............469
Brake Assist System.....................471
Electronic Roll Mitigation.................476
Traction Control System...................471
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)..............476
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........179
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............477
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light........321
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)......321
Emergency Brake.........................466
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking...............................563
Jump Starting..........................570
Tow Hooks............................575
676 INDEX

Rear Window Features.....................297
Rear Wiper/Washer........................297
Recorder, Event Data.......................75
Recreational Towing.......................553
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)........555
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N)......556
Reformulated Gasoline.....................526
Refrigerant..............................599
Release, Hood............................165
Reminder, Seat Belt.........................50
Remote Control
Door Locks............................22
Starting System.........................29
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)..................22
FCC General Information..................28
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls.........396
Remote Starting System......................29
Replacement Bulbs........................641
Replacement Keys.........................17
Replacement Parts.........................586
Replacement Tires.........................509
Reporting Safety Defects....................667
Resetting Oil Change Indicator................331
Restraint, Head...........................159
Restraints, Child...........................76
Restraints, Occupant........................48
Rotation, Tires...........................512
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle.................101
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle................103
Safety Defects, Reporting....................667
Safety, Exhaust Gas........................100
Safety Information, Tire.....................487
Safety Tips...............................99
Satellite Radio Antenna.....................359
Schedule, Maintenance.....................652
Seat Belt
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage......5810
INDEX 685

Engine Block Heater.....................424
Engine Fails to Start.....................422
Manual Transmission....................420
Remote...............................29
Steering
Power...............................464
Tilt Column...........................178
Wheel, Tilt............................178
Steering Wheel Audio Controls...............396
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .396
Storage................................640
Storage, Behind the Seat....................191
Storage, Vehicle...........................412
Storing Your Vehicle.......................640
Stuck, Freeing............................574
Sunrider................................252
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag..........64
Sway Bar Disconnect, Electronic...............447
Swing Gate, Rear..........................47
Synthetic Engine Oil.......................590
System, Remote Starting.....................29
Tachometer..............................310
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)..........404
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant............312
Tilt Steering Column.......................178
Tip Start................................421
Tire and Loading Information Placard...........493
Tire Markings............................487
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..103
Aging (Life of Tires).....................508
Air Pressure...........................498
Chains...............................510
Changing.............................563
Compact Spare.........................505
General Information.....................498
High Speed...........................501
Inflation Pressures.......................500
688 INDEX