2017 JEEP CHEROKEE key fob

NOTE:
•The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control can be
turned on or off using the Uconnect System. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further infor-
mation.
• Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and taillights
of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights to
remain on longer (closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film,
and other obstructions on the windshield or camera lens
will cause the system to function improperly.
• To opt out of the Advanced Auto High-Beam Sensitivity
Control (default) and enter Reduced High-Beam Sensi-
tivity Control (not recommended), toggle highbeam
lever 6 full on/off cycles within 10 seconds of ignition
ON. System will return to default setting upon ignition
off.
Battery Saver Feature
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off auto-
matically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is moved to the
LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were
switched on manually or are on because a door is open.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
The interior lights come on when a door is opened.
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off
automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is moved to the
LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were
switched on manually or are on because a door is open.
The Battery Protection also includes the glove compart-
ment light and the cargo light. To restore interior light
operation after automatic battery protection is enabled
(Lights Off), either place the ignition in the ON/RUN
position or cycle the light switch.
Front Map/Reading Lights
The front map/reading lights are mounted in the overhead
console. Each light can be turned on by pushing a switch
on either side of the console. To turn the lights off, push the
switch a second time. These lights also turn on when a door
is opened, or when the unlock button on the key fob is
pushed, or when the dimmer control is turned completely
upward to the second detent.
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WINDOWS
Power Window Controls
The window controls on the driver’s door control all the
door windows.
There are single window controls on each passenger door
trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows.
The window controls will operate only when the ignition is
in the ACC or ON/RUN position.NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with the Uconnect, the
power window switches will remain active for up to 10
minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF position.
Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time
is programmable. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi-
media” for further information.
WARNING!
Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do
not let children play with power windows. 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. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped by the win-
dows while operating the power window switches.
Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
AUTO-Down Feature
The driver door power window switch and the passenger
door power window switches have an AUTO-Down feature.
Push the window switch down, for a short period of time,
and release and the window will go down automatically.
Power Window Switches
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The power shade switches are located to the right between
the sun visors on the overhead console.WARNING!
•Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the key
fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible
to children. Do not leave the ignition of a vehicle
equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or
ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particularly unattended
children, can become entrapped by the power sun-
roof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such
entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
• In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also
be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your
seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are
also properly secured.
• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any
object, to project through the sunroof opening. In-
jury may result.
Power Shade Switches
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Closing The Hood
Lower the hood to approximately 12 inches (30 cm) from
the engine compartment and drop it. Make sure that the
hood is completely closed.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower hood to approximately 12 in (30 cm) and
drop the hood to close. Make sure hood is fully closed
for both latches. Never drive vehicle unless hood is
fully closed, with both latches engaged.
LIFTGATE
Opening
To Unlock/Enter The Liftgate
The liftgate may be released in several ways:
•Key fob
• Outside handle
The liftgate passive entry unlock feature is built into the
electronic liftgate release. With a valid Passive Entry key
fob within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, push the electronic
liftgate release to open with one fluid motion. Push the
button on the key fob twice within five seconds to release
the liftgate.
NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in
instrument cluster display, all doors will unlock when you
push the electronic release on the liftgate. If Unlock Driver
Door 1st Press is programmed in Uconnect, the liftgate
will unlock when you push the electronic release on the
liftgate. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.
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NOTE:Use the power door lock switch on either front
door trim panel or the key fob to lock and unlock the
liftgate. The manual door locks on the doors and the
driver’s door lock cylinder will not lock and unlock the
liftgate.
WARNING!
Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous
exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passen-
gers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate
closed when you are operating the vehicle.
Closing
Grasp the liftgate closing handle and initiate lowering the
liftgate. Release the handle when the liftgate takes over the
closing effort.
NOTE: Before closing the liftgate, make sure to be in
possession of the key because the liftgate may be locked.
Liftgate Entry
1 — Liftgate Pull Handle
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To Lock The Liftgate
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the
liftgate, pushing the Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry
lock button located to the right of the outside handle
release will lock the vehicle.
NOTE:The liftgate unlock feature is built into the elec-
tronic liftgate release.
Power Liftgate — If Equipped
The power liftgate may be opened by pushing
the electronic liftgate release (refer to “Keyless
Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” located in “Get-
ting To Know Your Vehicle”) or by pushing the
liftgate button on the key fob. Push the liftgate button on
the key fob twice within five seconds to open the power
liftgate. Once the liftgate is open, pushing the button twice
within five seconds a second time will close the liftgate.
The power liftgate may also be opened or closed by
pushing the liftgate button located on the front overhead
console. If the liftgate is fully open, the liftgate can be
closed by pushing the liftgate button located on the left rear trim panel, near the liftgate opening. If the liftgate is in
motion, pushing the liftgate button located on the left rear
trim panel will reverse the liftgate.
When the liftgate button on the key fob is pushed two
times, the turn signals will flash twice to signal that the
liftgate is opening or closing (if Flash Lamps with Lock is
enabled in the Uconnect settings), and the liftgate chime
will be audible. Refer to
Uconnect SettingsinMultime-
dia” for further information.
NOTE:
• In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an
emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open the
liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch release can be
accessed through a snap-in cover located on the liftgate
trim panel.
• If liftgate is left open for an extended period of time, the
liftgate may need to be closed manually to reset power
liftgate functionality.
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WARNING!
During power operation, personal injury or cargo
damage may occur. Ensure the liftgate travel path is
clear. Make sure the liftgate is closed and latched
before driving away.
NOTE:
• The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the vehicle
is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 MPH (0 km/h).
•
The power liftgate will not operate in temperatures below
22°F (30°C) or temperatures above 150° F (65° C). Be
sure to remove any buildup of snow or ice from the
liftgate before pushing any of the power liftgate switches.
• If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is
closing or opening, the liftgate will automatically re-
verse to the closed or open position, provided it meets
sufficient resistance.
• There are also pinch sensors attached to the side of the
liftgate. Light pressure anywhere along these strips will
cause the liftgate to return to the open position.
• If the liftgate is not fully open, push the liftgate button
on the key fob twice to operate the liftgate. •
If the electronic liftgate release is pushed while the
power liftgate is closing, the liftgate will reverse to the
full open position.
• If the electronic liftgate release is pushed while the
power liftgate is opening, the liftgate motor will disen-
gage to allow manual operation.
• If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions
within the same cycle, the system will automatically
stop and the liftgate must be opened or closed manually.
WARNING!
• Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous
exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your pas-
sengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the
liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle.
• If you are required to drive with the liftgate open,
make sure that all windows are closed, and the
climate control blower switch is set at high speed. Do
not use the recirculation mode.
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4. Adjust the wireless charging pad mobile phone cradle tohold the mobile phone in position. The cradle moves by
pushing down on the finger tabs and adjusting the
cradle in or out.
NOTE: The initial adjustment will only need to be done
once as long as only one mobile phone is used. If a different
mobile phone is used, the cradle will need to be readjusted. The LED indicator will flash green while the mobile phone
is charging. The Qi enabled phone is able to function
normally as it is charging.
WARNING!
Do not place metal object(s) between the mobile phone
and wireless charging pad. Metal object(s) such as
coins, rings or keys will become very HOT. If metal
object(s) become lodged between the mobile phone
and wireless charging pad, carefully remove the mo-
bile phone and allow the metal object(s) to cool before
removing. Failure to wait until the object(s) cool could
result in personal injury, including burns.
CAUTION!
Do not place your vehicle key fob on the wireless
charging pad, the Keyless Enter-N-Go feature may not
work properly while a mobile phone is being charged.Adjustable Finger Tabs
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