2018 JEEP CHEROKEE start stop button

INTERIOR
Interior Features
1 — Power Window Switches
2 — Seat
3 — Uconnect Radio
4 — Switch Panel5 — Climate Controls
6 — Gear Selector
7 — Ignition Start/Stop Button
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KEYS
Key Fob
The key fob operates the ignition switch.
Insert the square end of the key fob into the
ignition switch located on the instrument
panel and rotate to the desired position. The
key fob also contains an emergency key,
which is stored in the rear of the key fob.Your vehicle may be equipped with a keyless
ignition system. The ignition system consists
of a key fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
and a START/STOP push button ignition sys-
tem. The Remote Keyless Entry system con-
sists of a key fob and Keyless Enter-N-Go
feature if equipped.
NOTE:
The key fob may not be found if it is located
next to a mobile phone, laptop or other elec-
tronic device; these devices may block the
key fob’s wireless signal.
The key fob allows you to lock or unlock the
doors and liftgate from distances up to ap-
proximately 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.
• 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.
Key Fob
1 — Liftgate
2 — Lock
3 — Unlock
4 — Remote Start
5 — Emergency Key Release
6 — Emergency Key
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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 oppo-
site of the emergency key) of the key fob
against the ENGINE START/STOP button and
push to operate the ignition switch.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
backup method can be used to operate the
ignition switch. Put the nose side of the key
fob (side opposite of the Emergency Key)
against the ENGINE START/STOP button and
push to operate the ignition switch.
To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
Push and release the unlock button on the
key fob once to unlock the driver's door or
twice within five seconds to unlock all doors
and the liftgate.
All doors can be programmed to unlock on
the first push of the unlock button. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” in the
Owner’s Manual for further information.
Key Fob
1 — Liftgate
2 — Unlock
3 — Lock
4 — Remote Start
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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 igni-
tion 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.The push button ignition can be placed in the
following modes:
OFF
• The engine is stopped.
• Some electrical devices (e.g. Central lock-
ing, alarm, etc.) are still available.
ACC
• Engine is not started.
• Some electrical devices are 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 exiting 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 un-
attended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seri-
ously 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.
START/STOP Ignition Button
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CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for
thieves. Always remove key fob from the
vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the
vehicle unattended.
NOTE:
For further information, refer to "Starting The
Engine" in "Starting And Operating."
Electronic Steering Wheel Lock —
If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive
electronic steering wheel lock. This lock pre-
vents steering the vehicle with the ignition
OFF. The steering wheel lock releases with
the ignition ON. If the lock does not disen-
gage and the vehicle does not start, turn the
wheel to the left and right to disengage the
lock.
REMOTE STARTING
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
Push the remote start button on the key fob
twice within five seconds. Pushing the re-
mote start button a third time shuts the
engine off.
To drive the vehicle, push the START/STOP
button to turn the ignition to the ON/RUN
mode.
NOTE:
• With remote start, the engine will only run for 15 minutes (timeout) unless the igni-
tion is placed in the ON/RUN mode.
• The vehicle must be started with the key after two consecutive timeouts.
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.
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.
Irregular Operation
The system uses a key fob, an Ignition Node
Module, Keyless Push Button Ignition and a
RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle
operation. 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.
NOTE:
A key fob that has not been programmed is
also considered an invalid key.
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Oil Change Reset — If Equipped
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil
change indicator system. The “Oil Change
Required” message will display in the instru-
ment cluster display for five seconds after a
single chime has sounded to indicate the
next scheduled oil change interval. The en-
gine oil change indicator system is duty cycle
based, which means the engine oil change
interval may fluctuate, dependent upon your
personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to
display each time you cycle the ignition to the
ON/RUN position. To turn off the message
temporarily, push and release theOKbutton.
To reset the oil change indicator system (after
performing the scheduled maintenance), re-
fer to the following procedure.
Oil Life Reset
1. Without pushing the brake pedal, push and release the ENGINE START/STOP
button and place the ignition to the ON/
RUN position (do not start the engine). 2. Navigate to "Oil Life" submenu in "Vehicle
Info" in the instrument cluster display.
3. Push and hold the OKbutton until the
gauge resets to 100%.
Secondary Method For Oil Change Reset Proce-
dure
1. Without pushing the brake pedal, push and release the ENGINE START/STOP
button and place the ignition to the ON/
RUN position (do not start the engine).
2. Fully press the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within ten seconds.
3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push and release the ENGINE START/STOP
button once to return the ignition to the
OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when
you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator
system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this
procedure.
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable
Items
The instrument cluster display can be used to
view the following main menu items:
Speedometer Stop/Start
Vehicle Info Audio
Driver Assist Messages
Fuel Economy Screen Setup
Trip Gear Shift Indicator (GSI)
NOTE:
Depending on the vehicles options, feature
settings may vary. Refer to the “Instrument
Cluster Display” in “Getting To know Your
Instrument Panel” in the Owner’s Manual for
further information.
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— Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set
Without Target Vehicle Light — If Equipped
This will display the distance setting for the
ACC system when the system is engaged.
Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in
“Starting And Operating” for further informa-
tion.
eco— ECO Mode Indicator Light
This light will turn on when ECO Mode is
active.
— Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
— If Equipped
This light will turn on when the speed control
is set to the desired speed. Refer to “Speed
Control” in “Starting And Operating” for fur-
ther information.
— Front Fog Indicator Light —
If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when the front
fog lights are on.
— LaneSense Indicator Light —
If Equipped
The LaneSense indicator is solid green when
both lane markings have been detected and
the system is “armed” and ready to provide
visual and torque warnings if an uninten-
tional lane departure occurs. Refer to “Lane-
Sense — If Equipped" in “Starting And Op-
erating” for further information.
— Park/Headlight On Indicator Light
This indicator light will illuminate when the
park lights or headlights are turned on.
— Stop/Start Active Indicator Light —
If Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate when the
Stop/Start function is in “Autostop” mode.
— Turn Signal Indicator Lights
When the left or right turn signal is activated,
the turn signal indicator will flash indepen-
dently and the corresponding exterior turn
signal lamps will flash. Turn signals can be
activated when the multifunction lever is
moved down (left) or up (right). NOTE:
• A continuous chime will sound if the ve-
hicle is driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km)
with either turn signal on.
• Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either indicator flashes at a rapid rate.
White Indicator Lights
— Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Ready Light — If Equipped
This light will turn on when Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) has been turned on, but is not
set. Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)”
in “Starting And Operating” for further infor-
mation.
— Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set
Light — If Equipped
This light will turn on when the vehicle
equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
has reached the speed desired and the set
button has been selected. Refer to “Adaptive
Cruise Control” in “Starting And Operating”
for further information.
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The starter is allowed to crank for up to
30-second intervals. Waiting a few minutes
between such intervals will protect the starter
from overheating.
WARNING!
• Before exiting a vehicle, always come toa complete stop, then shift the auto-
matic transmission into PARK and apply
the parking brake.
• Always make sure the keyless ignition
node is in the OFF mode, key fob is
removed from the vehicle and vehicle is
locked.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle,
or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Leaving children 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-
WARNING!
N-Go in the ACC or 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.
NOTE:
Engine start up in very low ambient tempera-
ture could result in evident white smoke. This
condition will disappear as the engine warms
up.
CAUTION!
The engine is allowed to crank as long as
30 seconds. If the engine fails to start
during this period, please wait at least two
minutes for the starter to cool before re-
peating start procedure.
Battery Blanket Usage
A battery loses 60% of its cranking power as
the battery temperature decreases to 0°F
(-18°C). For the same decrease in tempera-
ture, the engine requires twice as much
power to crank at the same RPM. The use of
battery blankets will greatly increase starting
capability at low temperatures. Suitable bat-
tery blankets are available from your autho-
rized Mopar dealer.
Normal Starting Procedure — Keyless
Enter-N-Go
Observe the instrument panel cluster lights
when starting the engine.
NOTE:
Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or press-
ing the accelerator pedal.
1. Always apply the parking brake.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing the ENGINE START/STOP button
once.STARTING AND OPERATING
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