2017 JEEP CHEROKEE ECU

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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▫AUTO-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection . . .96
▫ Reset AUTO-Up .........................96
▫ Window Lockout Switch ...................97
 POWER SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE —
IF EQUIPPED ...........................97
▫ Opening Sunroof ........................99
▫ Closing Sunroof .........................99
▫ Venting Sunroof — Express ................100
▫ Opening Power Shade ...................100
▫ Closing Power Shade ....................100
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ....................101
▫ Wind Buffeting ....................... .101
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ....................101
▫ Ignition OFF Operation ...................101
 HOOD .............................. .102
▫ Opening The Hood .....................102
▫ Closing The Hood ..................... .103
LIFTGATE ............................ .103
▫ Opening ............................ .103
▫ Closing ............................ .104
▫ Power Liftgate — If Equipped .............105
▫ Cargo Area Features ....................107
 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . . .108
▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink .....109
▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .......112
▫ Using HomeLink .......................113
▫ Security ..............................113
▫ Troubleshooting Tips ....................113
▫ General Information .....................114
 INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ..................
115
▫ Storage ..............................115
▫ Cupholders ...........................118
▫ Sun Visors ...........................119
▫ Power Outlets .........................119
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REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
This system uses the key fob to start the engine
conveniently from outside the vehicle while still
maintaining security. The system has a range of
approximately 328 ft (100 m).
NOTE:
• The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic trans-
mission to be equipped with Remote Start.
• Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob may
reduce this range.
How To Use Remote Start
• Push REMOTE START buttonon the key fob twice
within five seconds. Pushing the REMOTE START
button a third time shuts the engine off.
• To drive the vehicle, push UNLOCK button, insert the
key in the ignition and turn to the ON/RUN position.
• With remote start, the engine will only run for 15
minutes (timeout) unless the ignition key is placed in the
ON/RUN position.
• The vehicle must be started with the key after two
consecutive timeouts. All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:
•
Gear selector in PARK
• Doors closed
• Hood closed
• Liftgate closed
• Hazard switch off
• Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed)
• Battery at an acceptable charge level
• PANIC button not pushed
• System not disabled from previous remote start event
• Vehicle alarm system indicator flashing
• Ignition in STOP/OFF position
• Fuel level meets minimum requirement
• Vehicle Security Alarm is not signaling an intrusion
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WARNING!
•Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monox-
ide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury
or death when inhaled.
• Keep key fobs 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 The Instrument
Cluster Display — If Equipped
The following messages will display in the instrument
cluster display if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits
remote start prematurely:
• Remote Start Aborted — Door Open
• Remote Start Aborted — Hood Open
• Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low
• Remote Start Aborted — Liftgate Open
• Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle To Reset •
Remote Start Aborted — Too Cold
• Remote Start Aborted — Time Expired
The message will stay active until the ignition is turned to
the ON/RUN position.
To Enter Remote Start Mode
Push and release the REMOTE START buttonon the
key fob twice within five seconds. 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:
• If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the
vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.
• The park lamps will turn on and remain on during
Remote Start mode.
• For security, power window and power sunroof opera-
tion (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the
Remote Start mode.
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•The engine can be started two consecutive times with
the key fob. However, the ignition must be cycled by
pushing the START/STOP button twice (or the ignition
switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN position) before
you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle.
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle
Push and release the REMOTE STARTbutton one time
or allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.
NOTE: To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system will
disable with a 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 15-minute cycle, push and release the
unlock
button on the key fob to unlock the doors and
disarm the vehicle security alarm (if equipped). Then,
prior to the end of the 15-minute cycle, push and release
the START/STOP button. If the START/STOP button is
not present, insert the key fob into the ignition switch
and turn the switch to the ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
• For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go
— Passive Entry feature, the ignition switch must be in
the ON/RUN position in order to drive the vehicle.
• For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go
— Passive Entry feature, the message “Remote Start
Active — Insert Key and Turn To Run” will show in the
instrument cluster display until you insert the key.
• For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Passive Entry feature, the message “Remote Start Active
— Push Start Button” will will show in the instrument
cluster display until you push the START button.
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped
When remote start is activated, the heated steering wheel
and driver heated seat features will automatically turn on
in cold weather. In warm weather, the driver vented seat
feature will automatically turn on when the remote start is
activated. These features will stay on through the duration
of remote start or until the ignition switch is cycled to the
ON/RUN position.
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Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer Activation
— If Equipped
When remote start is active and the outside ambient tem-
perature is less than 40° F (4.4° C), the Windshield Wiper
De-Icer will be enabled. Exiting remote start will resume
previous operation, except if the Windshield Wiper De-Icer is
active. The Windshield Wiper De-Icer timer and operation
will continue.
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, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE:Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthorized
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.
The system uses a key fob, keyless push button ignition
and a RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle opera-
tion. Therefore, only key fobs that are programmed 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 is used to start and operate the vehicle. The system will
shut the engine off in two seconds if an invalid key fob is
used to start the engine.
After turning the ignition switch 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 electronics. 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.
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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 electronics. Should this
occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by an
authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compatible
with some aftermarket remote starting systems. 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.
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 unattended.
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Ignition, always remember to place the ignition in
the OFF position.
NOTE: 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.
When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced,
bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized dealer.
Customer Key Programming
Programming key fobs may be performed at an authorized
dealer.
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