2023 JEEP CHEROKEE key battery

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INTRODUCTION
SYMBOLS KEY ....................................................................... 8
ROLLOVER WARNING ......................................................... 8
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS ........................ 8
SYMBOL GLOSSARY ............................................................. 9
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS ....................................................................................13Key Fob ........................................................................ 13
SENTRY KEY ........................................................................16
IGNITION SWITCH ...............................................................16 Ignition Node Module (IGNM) —
If Equipped .................................................................. 16
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition
(If Equipped) ................................................................ 16
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED .......................................18 How To Use Remote Start .......................................... 18
To Exit Remote Start Mode ........................................ 18
Remote Start Front Defrost Activation —
If Equipped .................................................................. 19
Remote Start Comfort Systems —
If Equipped ................................................................. 19
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer
Activation — If Equipped ............................................. 19
Remote Start Cancel Message .................................. 19
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ..................20 To Arm The System .................................................... 20
To Disarm The System ............................................... 20
Rearming Of The System ............................................ 20
Security System Manual Override.............................. 20 DOORS ................................................................................ 20
Manual Door Locks......................................................20
Power Door Locks .......................................................21
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry ....................... 22
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit ................................. 23
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped ........................ 24
Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors .... 24
STEERING WHEEL............................................................... 24 Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ..............................24
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped ....................... 25
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION ..................................... 25 Introducing Voice Recognition .................................... 25
Basic Voice Commands............................................... 25
Get Started ................................................................... 26
Additional Information................................................. 26
DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED ................ 26 Programming The Memory Feature............................ 27
Linking And Unlinking The Key Fob To Memory......... 27
Memory Position Recall............................................... 27
SEATS .................................................................................. 28 Manual Adjustment
(Front Seats) — If Equipped......................................... 28
Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats) ............................... 29
Power Adjustment (Front Seats) — If Equipped ......... 30
Heated Seats — If Equipped........................................ 31
Ventilated Seats — If Equipped................................... 32
Head Restraints ........................................................... 32
MIRRORS ............................................................................ 34 Inside Rearview Mirror ................................................ 34
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors ........................................... 34
Outside Mirrors ........................................................... 34
Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal And Approach
Lighting — If Equipped ................................................. 35
Power Mirrors...............................................................35
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped .................................... 35 UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HOMELINK®) — IF EQUIPPED

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Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® ............ 36
Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels ....................... 36
Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling Code Or
Non-Rolling Code Device............................................. 36
Programming HomeLink® To A Garage Door
Opener ......................................................................... 36
Programming HomeLink® To A Miscellaneous
Device .......................................................................... 37
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button ........... 37
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .................... 37
Security ........................................................................ 38
Troubleshooting Tips ................................................... 38
EXTERIOR LIGHTS .............................................................. 39 Multifunction Lever .................................................... 39
Headlight Switch.......................................................... 39
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — If Equipped .......... 40
High/Low Beam Switch............................................... 40
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control —
If Equipped .................................................................. 40
Flash-To-Pass............................................................... 40
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ......................... 40
Parking Lights .............................................................. 40
Automatic Headlights With
Wipers — If Equipped .................................................. 41
Headlight Time Delay .................................................. 41
Lights-On Reminder .................................................... 41
Fog Lights — If Equipped ............................................. 41
Turn Signals ................................................................. 42
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ............................. 42
Battery Saver ............................................................... 42
INTERIOR LIGHTS ............................................................... 42 Interior Courtesy Lights ............................................... 42
Illuminated Entry ........................................................ 43

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WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ........................... 43Windshield Wiper Operation....................................... 44
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped .......................... 44
Rear Window Wiper/Washer ..................................... 45
Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped ................... 45
CLIMATE CONTROLS ..........................................................45 Automatic Climate Control Descriptions And
Functions ..................................................................... 45
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped ................................................................. 48
Climate Voice Commands .......................................... 48
Operating Tips ............................................................ 48
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............................49 Storage ........................................................................ 49
AUX/USB Control ........................................................ 50
Power Outlets .............................................................. 51
Power Inverter — If Equipped .................................... 52
WINDOWS ...........................................................................53 Power Window Controls .............................................. 53
Automatic Window Features ..................................... 53
Reset Auto-Up.............................................................. 53
Window Lockout Switch.............................................. 54
Wind Buffeting ............................................................ 54
POWER SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE —
IF EQUIPPED ....................................................................... 54 Opening And Closing The Sunroof ............................. 55
Opening And Closing The Power Shade .................... 55
Pinch Protect Feature ................................................. 56
Venting Sunroof .......................................................... 56
Ignition Off Operation.................................................. 56
Sunroof Maintenance ................................................. 56
HOOD ...................................................................................56 Opening The Hood ...................................................... 56
Closing The Hood ........................................................ 57 LIFTGATE .............................................................................. 57
To Unlock/Open The Liftgate ......................................57
To Lock/Close The Liftgate ......................................... 58
Hands-Free Liftgate — If Equipped ............................ 58
Cargo Area Features ................................................... 59
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED .......................... 60
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ..................................................... 61 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ................................. 63
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY

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Instrument Cluster Display Location And Controls.... 63
Oil Life Reset — If Equipped

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................................. 64
Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items ................... 64
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable Items ............ 67
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message —
Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped .....67
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ................................ 68 Red Warning Lights ..................................................... 68
Yellow Warning Lights ................................................. 70
Yellow Indicator Lights ................................................ 73
Green Indicator Lights ................................................. 73
White Indicator Lights.................................................. 74
Blue Indicator Lights.................................................... 75
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ..................... 75 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ...............................................................75
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ........................................................................ 75
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ..................................................... 77 Normal Starting ........................................................... 77
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C) .... 77
Extended Park Starting ............................................... 77
If Engine Fails To Start ............................................... 78
After Starting................................................................ 78
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS........................ 78
PARKING BRAKE ................................................................ 78 Electric Park Brake (EPB) ........................................... 78
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............................................ 81 Key Ignition Park Interlock.......................................... 81
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) System ... 81
9-Speed Automatic Transmission ............................. 81
Gear Ranges ................................................................ 82
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION .................................... 85 1-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) — If Equipped....... 85
2-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) — If Equipped....... 85
Shift Positions.............................................................. 86
Shifting Procedures ..................................................... 86
Rear Electronic Locker System — If Equipped........... 87
SELEC-TERRAIN .................................................................. 88 Description................................................................... 88
POWER STEERING ............................................................. 88
STOP/START SYSTEM........................................................ 89 Autostop Mode ............................................................ 89
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not Autostop .... 89
To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode ............ 89
To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start System............ 90
To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start System ............ 90
System Malfunction .................................................... 90

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Key Fob For Keyless Ignition

NOTE:
 In case the ignition switch does not change with the
push of a button, the key fob may have a low or fully
depleted battery. A low key fob battery can be verified
by referring to the instrument cluster, which will display
directions to follow. 
Improper disposal of key fob batteries may be harmful
to the environment. Please see an authorized dealer
for proper battery disposal
Úpage 262.
To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
Push the interior door unlock button on the door panel.
NOTE:If the vehicle is unlocked using the interior door panel, and
no door is opened within 60 seconds, the vehicle will
relock and if equipped, the security system will arm. You
can change the current setting within the Uconnect
system
Úpage 126.
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 the doors and the liftgate. To lock all the doors
and the liftgate, push the lock button once.
When the doors unlock, the turn signals will flash and
Illuminated Approach will be activated. When the doors
lock, the turn signals will flash and the horn will chirp. This
setting can be adjusted in the Uconnect system
Úpage 126.
Key Left Vehicle Feature
If a valid key fob is no longer detected inside the vehicle
while the vehicle’s ignition system is in the ON/RUN or
START position, the message “Key Fob Has Left The
Vehicle” will be shown in the instrument cluster display
along with an interior chime. An exterior audible and visual
alert will also be activated to warn the driver. The vehicle’s horn will rapidly chirp three times along with
a single flash of the vehicle’s exterior lights.
NOTE:

The doors have to be open and then closed in order for
the vehicle to detect a key fob; the Key Left Vehicle
feature will not activate until all of the doors are closed.
 These alerts will not be activated in situations where
the vehicle’s engine is left running with the key fob
inside.
Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob
The replacement battery is one CR2032 battery.
NOTE:
Customers are recommended to use a battery
obtained from Mopar®. Aftermarket coin battery
dimensions may not meet the original OEM coin battery
dimensions.
 Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for
further information.
 Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back
housing or the printed circuit board.
1 — Unlock Button
2 — Liftgate Button (If Equipped)
3 — Lock Button
4 — Remote Start Button (If Equipped)
5 — Panic Button
6 — Emergency Key

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1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the
mechanical latch on the back of the key fob
sideways with your thumb and then pulling the key
out with your other hand.

Emergency Key Removal
Emergency Key Removal

2. Separating key fob halves requires screw removal (if equipped), and gently prying the two halves of the key
fob apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during
removal.
3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a
solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace
the battery. When replacing the battery, match the (+)
sign on the battery to the (+) sign on the inside of the
battery clip, located on the back cover. Avoid touching
the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause
battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it
with rubbing alcohol.
4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two halves together, reposition and secure the screw.Programming And Requesting Additional
Key Fobs
Programming the key fob may be performed by an
authorized dealer.
NOTE:
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
repurposed and reprogrammed to another vehicle.
 Only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle elec -
tronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
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 autho -
rized dealer.
 Keys must be ordered to the correct key cut to match
the vehicle locks.
WARNING!
The integrated key fob contains a coin cell battery.
Do not ingest the battery; there is a chemical burn
hazard. If the coin cell battery is swallowed, it can
cause severe internal burns in just two hours and
can lead to death.
 If you think a battery may have been swallowed or
placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate
medical attention.
 Keep new and used batteries away from children. If
the battery compartment does not close securely,
stop using the product and keep it away from chil -
dren.
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™ Igni -
tion, always remember to place the ignition in the
OFF position when exiting the vehicle.
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Push Button Ignition

The push button ignition can be placed in the following
modes:
OFF
The engine is stopped
 Some electrical devices (e.g. power locks, alarm, etc.)
are still available
ACC
 Engine is not started
 Some electrical devices are available (e.g. power
sunroof, power windows, etc.)
ON/RUN
 Driving position
 All electrical devices are available (e.g. climate
controls, heated seats, etc.) START

The engine will start (when foot is on the brake)
NOTE:If the ignition switch does not change with the push of a
button, the key fob may have a low battery. In this situ -
ation, a backup 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 START/STOP
ignition button and push to operate the ignition switch.

Starting The Ignition With Depleted Key Fob Battery

NOTE:
For information on normal starting, see Úpage 77.
 When opening the driver's door and the ignition is in
the ON/RUN (engine not running) position, a chime will
sound to remind you to place the ignition in the OFF
1 — OFF
2 — ACC
3 — ON/RUN
WARNING!

Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a complete
stop, then 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.
 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 position. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
 Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehi -
cles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup may cause
serious injury or death.
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.
WARNING!
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position. In addition to the chime, the message “Igni-
tion or Accessory ON” will display in the cluster.
 The power window switches and power sunroof (if
equipped) will remain active for three minutes after the
ignition is placed in the OFF position. Opening either
front door will cancel this feature. The timing for this
feature is programmable.
REMOTE START — 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).
Remote Start is used to defrost windows in cold weather,
and to reach a comfortable climate in all ambient
conditions before the driver enters the vehicle.
NOTE:Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob may reduce
this range Úpage 262.
HOW TO USE REMOTE START
Push and release the Remote Start button on the key fob
twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors will lock, the
parking lights will flash, and the horn will chirp (if
programmed within the Uconnect system). Then, the
engine will start, and the vehicle will remain in the Remote
Start mode for a 15 minute cycle. Pushing the Remote
Start button a third time shuts the engine off.
NOTE:
 With Remote Start, the engine will only run for
15 minutes.
 Remote Start can only be used twice.
 The ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN position
before the Remote Start sequence can be repeated for
a third cycle.
 If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the
vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.
 The parking lights 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.
 The ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN position
before the Remote Start sequence can be repeated for
a third cycle.
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 pressed)
 Battery at an acceptable charge level
 System not disabled from previous Remote Start event
 Vehicle Security system indicator flashing
 Ignition in OFF position
 Fuel level meets minimum requirement
 Vehicle Security system is not signaling an intrusion
 Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is not illuminated
TO EXIT REMOTE START MODE
To drive the vehicle after starting the Remote Start
system, push and release the START/STOP ignition button
while pressing the brake pedal prior to the end of the
15 minute cycle. If the vehicle is not equipped with a
START/STOP ignition button, insert the key fob into the
ignition switch and place the ignition in the ON/RUN
position.
WARNING!
Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains carbon
monoxide (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.
WARNING!
Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains carbon
monoxide (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.

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VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The Vehicle Security system monitors the vehicle doors,
hood, liftgate, and the Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition for
unauthorized operation. While the Vehicle Security system
is armed, interior switches for door locks and liftgate
release are disabled. If something triggers the alarm, the
Vehicle Security system will provide the following audible
and visible signals:
The horn will pulse.
 The turn signals will flash.
 The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will
flash.
TO ARM THE SYSTEM
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security system:

1. Make sure the vehicle’s ignition is placed in the OFF
position.

 For vehicles equipped with Keyless Entry, make
sure the vehicle’s keyless ignition system is OFF.
2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle:
 Push the lock button on the interior power door
lock switch with the driver and/or passenger door
open.
 Push the lock button on the exterior Passive Entry
door handle with a valid key fob available in the
same exterior zone
Úpage 22.
 Push the lock button on the key fob.
3. If any doors are open, close them.
TO DISARM THE SYSTEM
The Vehicle Security system can be disarmed using any of
the following methods:
 Push the unlock button on the key fob.
 Grab the Passive Entry door handle to unlock the door
Úpage 22.
 Cycle the ignition out of the OFF position to disarm the
system.
NOTE:
The driver's door key cylinder and the liftgate button on
the key fob cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle Security
system.
 The Vehicle Security system remains armed during
power liftgate entry. Pushing the liftgate button will not
disarm the Vehicle Security system. If someone enters
the vehicle through the opened liftgate, then opens any
door, the alarm will sound.
 When the Vehicle Security system is armed, the interior
power door lock switches will not unlock the doors.
The Vehicle Security system is designed to protect your
vehicle. However, you can create conditions where the
system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previously
described arming sequences has occurred, the Vehicle
Security system will arm, regardless of whether you are in
the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and open a
door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm the
Vehicle Security system. If the Vehicle Security system is armed and the battery
becomes disconnected, the Vehicle Security system will
remain armed when the battery is reconnected; the
exterior lights will flash, and the horn will sound. If this
occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security system.
REARMING OF THE SYSTEM
If something triggers the alarm and no action is taken to
disarm it, the Vehicle Security system will turn the horn off
after a 29 second cycle (with five seconds between cycles
and up to eight cycles if the trigger remains active) and
then rearm itself.
SECURITY SYSTEM MANUAL OVERRIDE
The Vehicle Security system will not arm if you lock the
doors using the manual door lock.
DOORS
MANUAL DOOR LOCKS
To lock each door, rotate the door lock knob on each door
trim panel until the red area is hidden. To unlock the front
doors, pull the inside door handle to the first detent or
rotate the door lock button until the red indicator is visible.
To unlock the rear doors, rotate the door lock button until
the red indicator is visible.
If the red indicator is hidden when you shut the door, the
door is locked. Therefore, make sure the key fob is not
inside the vehicle before closing the door.

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To Unlock/Enter The Liftgate
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the
liftgate, grab the liftgate release handle to open the
liftgate.
To Lock The Liftgate
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the liftgate, push the Passive Entry button located to the left of
the liftgate release handle.
NOTE:The liftgate Passive Entry lock button will lock all doors
and the liftgate.

Liftgate Passive Entry / Release Handle Location

To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors And Liftgate
With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key fobs within 5 ft
(1.5 m) of either front door handle, push the Passive Entry
lock button located on the outside door handle.

Push The Door Handle Button To Lock

NOTE:
DO NOT grab the door handle when pushing the door
handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s).

DO NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking
NOTE:

After pushing the door handle button, you must wait
two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors,
using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to
allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the
door handle without the vehicle unlocking.
 If Passive Entry is disabled using the Uconnect
Settings, the key fob protection described in
"Frequency Operated Button Integrated Key
(FOBIK-Safe)" remains active/functional.
 The Passive Entry system will not operate if the key fob
battery is depleted
Úpage 262.
AUTOMATIC UNLOCK DOORS ON EXIT
The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power
door locks if:

1. The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is
enabled within Uconnect Settings

Ú
page 126.

2. All doors are closed.
3. The gear selector was not in PARK, then is placed in PARK.
4. Any door is opened.
1 — Passive Entry Button
2 — Liftgate Release Handle
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