2017 JEEP CHEROKEE keyless

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
KEYS .................................20
▫ KeyFob..............................20
 IGNITION SWITCH .......................25
▫ Models With Integrated Vehicle Key ..........25
▫ Models With Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Passive Entry ..........................26
▫ Vehicle On Message .....................28
 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . .29
▫ How To Use Remote Start ..................29
▫ Remote Start Abort Message On The Instrument
Cluster Display — If Equipped ..............30
▫ To Enter Remote Start Mode ................30
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode Without
Driving The Vehicle .....................31 ▫To Exit Remote Start Mode And
Drive The Vehicle ........................31
▫Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped . . .31
▫ Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer
Activation — If Equipped ..................32
▫ General Information .....................32
 SENTRY KEY ............................32
▫ Replacement Keys .......................33
▫ Customer Key Programming ...............33
▫ General Information .....................34
 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . .34
▫ Rearming Of The System ..................34
▫ To Arm The System .....................34
▫ To Disarm The System ...................35
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▫Security System Manual Override ............36
 DOORS ...............................36
▫ Manual Door Locks ......................36
▫ Power Door Locks ......................37
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry .........38
▫ Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit ............42
▫ Child-Protection Door Lock System —
Rear Doors ............................42
 SEATS ................................43
▫ Manual Seats — If Equipped ...............43
▫ Power Seats — If Equipped ................45
▫ 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat With Fold-Flat
Feature ..............................47
▫ Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped ..........50
▫ Front Heated Seats — If Equipped ...........53
▫ Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped .........53
 HEAD RESTRAINTS ......................54
▫ Reactive Head Restraints — Front Seats ........55▫
Rear Head Restraints .....................56
 STEERING WHEEL .......................57
▫ Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ............57
▫ Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped .........58
 MIRRORS ..............................59
▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped ......59
▫ Electrochromic Mirror ....................59
▫ Outside Mirrors ........................60
▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped .............62
▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped .....62
▫ Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature —
If Equipped ...........................62
 EXTERIOR LIGHTS .......................63
▫ Headlight Switch .......................63
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .........63
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) ...............64
▫ Headlight Time Delay ....................64
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KEYS
Your vehicle uses keyless ignition system. The ignition
system consists of a key fob with a Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) and an ignition switch. The keyless ignition system
consists of a key fob and Keyless Enter-N-Go button.
Key Fob
The key fob allows you to lock or unlock the doors and
liftgate from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m)
using a handheld key fob. The key fob does not need to be
pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.
NOTE:In the ON/RUN position, the lock button is dis-
abled. Only the unlock button is enabled.
• This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition
switch with the push of a button as long as the Remote
Keyless Entry key fob is in the passenger compartment.
• The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four operating
positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate
when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and
ON/RUN. The fourth position is START, during start,
RUN will illuminate. NOTE:
In case the ignition switch does not change with the
push of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead
battery. In this situation, a back up method can be used to
operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side (side opposite
of the emergency key) of the key fob against the ENGINE
START/STOP button and push to operate the ignition
switch.
Key Fob
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1st Push Of Key Fob Unlock Button
This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the
driver’s door or all doors on the first push of the unlock
button on the key fob. To change the current setting, refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
NOTE:If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer
to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” located in
“Doors” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for further
information.
To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
Push and release the lock button on the key fob to lock all
doors and liftgate.
The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to
acknowledge the signal. Refer to “Uconnect Settings”
located in “Multimedia” for further programmable infor-
mation.
If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to
“Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” located in “Doors”
in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for further information. Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Passive Entry
If one or more doors are open, or the liftgate is open, the
doors will lock. The doors will unlock again automatically
if the key is left inside the passenger compartment, other-
wise the doors will stay locked.
Key Fob Battery Replacement
The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032
battery.
NOTE:
•
Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
• Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back
housing or the printed circuit board.
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Programming Additional Key Fobs
Programming integrated vehicle key or key fob may be
performed at an authorized dealer.
Request For Additional Key Fobs
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.
WARNING!
• Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Ignition, always remember to place the ignition in
the OFF mode.
Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an authorized
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 System
serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized
dealer.
General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
IGNITION SWITCH
Models With Integrated Vehicle Key
This vehicle may be equipped with an ignition switch. It
has four operating positions, three with detents and one
that is spring-loaded. The detent positions are OFF, ACC,
and ON/RUN. The START position is a spring-loaded
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momentary contact position. When released from the
START position, the switch automatically returns to the
ON/RUN position.
Models With Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry
This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch
with the push of a button as long as the key fob is in the
passenger compartment.The push button ignition has three operating positions. The
three positions are OFF, RUN, and START.
NOTE:
If the ignition switch does not change with the
push of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead
battery. In this situation, a back up method can be used to
operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side (side opposite
of the emergency key) of the key fob against the ENGINE
START/STOP button and push to operate the ignition
switch.
Ignition Node Module (IGNM)
1 — OFF
2 — ACC (ACCESSORY)
3 — ON/RUN
4 — START
START/STOP Ignition Button
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The push button ignition can be placed in the following
positions:
OFF
•The engine is stopped.
• Some electrical devices (e.g. Central locking, alarm, etc.)
are still available.
RUN
• Driving position.
• All the electrical devices are available.
START
• Start the engine.
NOTE: The vehicle will not start if the key fob is located
inside the cargo area and the liftgate is opened.
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.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•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. Children
should be warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.
• 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 MAR/RUN mode. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
• 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 vehicle is an invitation for thieves. Al-
ways remove key fob from the vehicle and lock all
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
NOTE: For further information, refer to Starting Proce-
dures, inStarting And Operating.
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Vehicle On Message
When opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in
RUN (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind
you to place the ignition in the OFF position. In addition to
the chime, the Vehicle On message will display in the
cluster.
NOTE:The power window switches and power sunroof (if
equipped) will remain active for three minutes after the
ignition is cycled to the OFF position. Opening either front
door will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is
programmable.
WARNING!
•Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the automatic
transmission into PARK, apply the parking brake,
place the engine in the OFF position, remove the key
fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle. If
equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, always make sure
the keyless ignition is in “OFF” position, remove the
key fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•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. Children
should be warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.
• 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 ON/RUN mode. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
• 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 vehicle is an invitation for thieves. Al-
ways remove key fob from the vehicle and lock all
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
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