2023 JEEP WRANGLER change key battery

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS
KEY FOB
Your vehicle is equipped with a key fob which supports
Passive Entry, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), Keyless
Enter ‘n Go™ (if equipped), and Remote Start (if
equipped). The key fob allows you to lock or unlock the
doors and swing gate from distances up to approximately
66 ft (20 m). The key fob does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system. The key fob also
contains a mechanical key.
NOTE:
 The key fob’s wireless signal may be blocked if the key
fob is located next to a mobile phone, laptop, or other
electronic device. This may result in poor performance.
 With the ignition on and the vehicle moving at 2 mph
(4 km/h), all RKE commands are disabled.

Key Fob

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 condition may
be indicated by a message in the instrument cluster
display, or by the LED light on the key fob. If the LED key
fob light no longer illuminates from key fob button
pushes, then the key fob battery requires replacement.
 Improper disposal of key fob batteries may be harmful
to the environment. Please see an authorized dealer
for proper battery disposal
Úpage 381.
To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Swing Gate
Push and release the unlock button on the key fob once to
unlock the driver’s door, or twice to unlock all the doors
and swing gate. To lock all the doors, push the lock button
once.
When the doors are unlocked, the turn signals will flash.
When the doors are locked, the turn signals will flash and
the horn will chirp.
NOTE:All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first push
of the unlock button through the Uconnect Settings
Úpage 184.
WARNING!
Push the Mechanical Key Release Button only with the
key fob facing away from your body, especially your eyes
and objects that may be damaged, such as clothing.
CAUTION!
The electrical components inside of the key fob may be
damaged if the key fob is subjected to strong electrical
shocks. In order to ensure complete efficiency of the
electronic devices inside of the key fob, avoid exposing
the key fob to direct sunlight.
1 — Mechanical Key Release Button
2 — LED Indicator
3 — Unlock Button
4 — Lock Button
5 — Remote Start Button
6 — Panic Button
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16GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

START/STOP Ignition Button

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 available.
ACC
 Engine is not started.
 Some electrical devices (e.g. climate controls, heated
seats, etc.) are available.
RUN
 Driving position.
 All electrical devices are available. START

 The engine will start.
NOTE:In case the ignition switch does not change with the push
of the START/STOP ignition button, the key fob may have
a low or depleted battery. In this situation, a backup
method can be used to operate the ignition switch. Put the
nose side of the key fob (side with the mechanical flip key)
against the START/STOP ignition button and push to
operate the ignition switch.

Backup Starting Method Do Not Use Mechanical Key

1 — OFF
2 — ACC
3 — RUNCAUTION!

Do not press the mechanical key against the START/
STOP ignition button.
 Do not use sharp metal objects (e.g. screwdriver etc.)
to pry the button out of the ignition switch. This
button comes as an assembly, and is not removable.
This can damage the silicone shield.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 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 Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition 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.

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52GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
FRONT FOG LIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED
To activate the Front Fog Lights, turn on the parking lights
or low beam headlights and push the fog light switch.
Pushing the fog light switch a second time will turn the
front fog lights off.

Front Fog Light Switch
Front Fog Light Switch (Vehicles Sold In Canada)

TURN SIGNALS
Move the multifunction lever up or down to activate the
turn signals. The arrows on each side of the instrument
cluster flash to show proper operation.
NOTE:If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a
very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light
bulb.
LANE CHANGE ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED
Lightly push the multifunction lever up or down, without
moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal will flash
three times then automatically turn off.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
INTERIOR COURTESY LIGHTS
The courtesy lights will turn on when the front doors are
opened, by rotating the dimmer controls on the headlight
switch fully upward, or, if equipped, when the unlock
button is pushed on the key fob. The interior courtesy lights are located in the center of the
vehicle’s sport bar, and consist of one large center light
and four smaller reading lights. Each reading light can be
turned on by pushing the lens. Pushing the lens a second
time will turn the light off.

Dome Lights

When a door is open and the interior lights are on, rotating
the dimmer control to the extreme bottom position will
cause all the interior lights to turn off. This allows the
doors to stay open for extended periods of time without
discharging the vehicle’s battery.

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276SAFETY
If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any
or all of the following may occur:
The air bag material may sometimes cause abrasions
and/or skin reddening to the occupants as the air bags
deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction
rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet
or gymnasium floor. They are not caused by contact
with chemicals. They are not permanent and normally
heal quickly. However, if you haven’t healed signifi -
cantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering,
see your doctor immediately.
 As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like
particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the
process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air
bag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the
skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irrita -
tion, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat
irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues,
see your doctor. If these particles settle on your
clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s instruc -
tions for cleaning.
Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed.
If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not
be in place to protect you.NOTE:
 Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim,
but they will open during air bag deployment.
 After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an
authorized dealer immediately.
Enhanced Accident Response System
In the event of an impact, if the communication network
remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending
on the nature of the event, the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) will determine whether to have the
Enhanced Accident Response System perform the
following functions:
Cut off fuel to the engine (if equipped).
 Cut off battery power to the electric motor (if equipped).
 Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power.
 Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as
the battery has power or for 15 minutes from the inter -
vention of the Enhanced Accident Response System.
 Unlock the power door locks.
Your vehicle may also be designed to perform any of these
other functions in response to the Enhanced Accident
Response System:
 Turn off the Fuel Filter Heater, Turn off the HVAC Blower
Motor, Close the HVAC Circulation Door
 Cut off battery power to the:
 Engine
 Electric Motor (if equipped)
 Electric power steering
 Brake booster
 Electric park brake 
Automatic transmission gear selector
 Horn
 Front wiper
NOTE:After an accident, remember to cycle the ignition to the
START or ON/OFF position and remove the key from the
ignition switch to avoid draining the battery. Carefully
check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine compartment
and on the ground near the engine compartment and fuel
tank before resetting the system and starting the engine.
If there are no fuel leaks or damage to the vehicle elec -
trical devices (e.g. headlights) after an accident, reset the
system by following the procedure described below. If you
have any doubt, contact an authorized dealer.
Enhanced Accident Response System
Reset Procedure
If applicable, refer to the “Hybrid Supplement” for
additional information.
In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System
functions after an event, the ignition switch must be
changed from ignition START or ON/RUN to ignition OFF.
Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine
compartment and on the ground near the engine
compartment and fuel tank before resetting the system
and starting the engine.
After an accident, if the vehicle will not start after
performing the reset procedure, the vehicle must be
towed to an authorized dealer to be inspected and to have
the Enhanced Accident Response System reset.
WARNING!
Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot
protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, seat
belt pretensioners, and the seat belt retractor
assemblies replaced by an authorized dealer
immediately. Also, have the Occupant Restraint
Controller System serviced as well.

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INDEX
AAbout Your Brakes ....................................................... 368
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
(Cruise Control) ................................................... 151
, 152
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............................ 329
Adding Fuel.......................................................... 165
, 166
Additives, Fuel .............................................................. 369
Advance Phone Connectivity ....................................... 220
Air Bag Air Bag Operation.................................................... 269
Air Bag Warning Light .................................... 267
, 269
Enhanced Accident Response ...................... 276, 305
Event Data Recorder (EDR).................................... 305 Front Air Bag .................................................. 268
, 269
If Deployment Occurs ............................................. 275
Knee Impact Bolsters ............................................. 274
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .......................... 277
Maintenance ........................................................... 277
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ......................... 267
Transporting Pets.................................................... 288
Air Bag Light ...............................................117
, 267, 289
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ........... 319
Air Conditioner Maintenance ...................................... 324
Air Conditioner Refrigerant ................................. 324
, 325
Air Conditioner System ................................................ 324
Air Conditioning Filter ........................................... 59
, 325
Air Conditioning System..................................................59 Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..................................... 59Air Filter......................................................................... 319
Air Pressure Tires ......................................................................... 352 Alarm
Arm The System......................................................... 20
Disarm The System ................................................... 20
Security Alarm...................................................19
, 119
Alterations/Modifications Vehicle.......................................................................... 8
Android Auto........................................................ 222
, 223
Android Auto™
S
....................................................... 222
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............................... 329, 373
Disposal ...................................................................330
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..................................... 244
Anti-Lock Warning Light................................................ 119
Apple CarPlay ...................................................... 222
, 225
Apple CarPlay®
S
...................................................... 224
Assist, Hill Start ............................................................. 249
Audio Settings ............................................................... 208
Audio Systems (Radio) ................................................. 184
Auto Down Power Windows............................................ 66
Automatic Dimming Mirror ............................................. 45 Automatic Door Locks .................................................... 23Automatic Headlights ..................................................... 51Automatic High Beams ................................................... 51
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) .......................... 59
Automatic Transmission ............................................... 138 Adding Fluid ............................................................. 333
Fluid And Filter Change ...........................................333
Fluid Change ............................................................333Fluid Level Check ....................................................333Fluid Type ....................................................... 333
, 376
Gear Ranges ............................................................138 Special Additives ..................................................... 333 Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode ............... 139
AutoPark ....................................................................... 127
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ...................... 62
Auxiliary Power Outlet .................................................... 62
Auxiliary Switches ........................................................... 64
Axle Fluid....................................................................... 376
Axle Lock ....................................................................... 144
BBattery..................................................................117, 317
Charging System Light ............................................ 117
Keyless Key Fob Replacement................................. 14
Belts, Seat..................................................................... 288
Blind Spot Monitoring .................................................. 252
Bluetooth Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone OrAudio Device After Pairing ................................. 216
Body Mechanism Lubrication ...................................... 326
B-Pillar Location ........................................................... 349
Brake Assist System..................................................... 245
Brake Control System .................................................. 245
Brake Fluid...........................................................331
, 376
Brake System ......................................................331, 368
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................................................ 368 Fluid Check .............................................................. 331Master Cylinder ....................................................... 331Parking..................................................................... 133Warning Light .......................................................... 117
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................................... 138

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Key Fob Arm The System .........................................................20
Disarm The System....................................................20
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........................15
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .........14
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ............ 15
Keyless Enter 'n Go™ ...................................................... 21 Passive Entry .............................................................. 21
Keys .................................................................................13 Replacement .............................................................. 15
LLane Change Assist ........................................................52
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................................................... 262
Latches ......................................................................... 290 Hood ............................................................... 100
, 118
Leaks, Fluid .................................................................. 290
Life Of Tires .................................................................. 354
Light Bulbs ........................................................... 290
, 342
Lights ............................................................................ 290 Air Bag ...................................................117
, 267, 289
Automatic Headlights ................................................51
Brake Assist Warning ............................................. 247
Brake Warning ........................................................ 117 Bulb Replacement ......................................... 342
, 343
Center Mounted Stop ............................................. 345
Cruise.............................................................. 123
, 124
Daytime Running ....................................................... 51
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.........................................51
Electric Power Steering .......................................... 118
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator .. 118
, 119

Exterior ............................................................. 50, 290
Fog ........................................................................... 344 Fuel Filler Cap .......................................................... 120
Hazard Warning Flasher ......................................... 291
Headlights ................................................................ 343
High Beam ................................................................. 51
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................................. 51
Hill Descent Control Indicator................................. 248
Interior........................................................................ 52
Lights On Reminder................................................... 51
Low Fuel ...................................................................120 Low Washer Fluid ....................................................120Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine).................... 120
Oil Temperature ....................................................... 118
Park .......................................................................... 123Passing....................................................................... 51
Rear Servicing.......................................................... 344
Rear Tail Lamps....................................................... 344
Seat Belt Reminder ................................................. 118
Security Alarm.......................................................... 119
Service ........................................................... 342
, 343
Side Marker ............................................................. 344
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............................ 257
Traction Control ....................................................... 247
Transmission Temperature..................................... 119
Turn Signal ............................................................... 290
Turn Signals ................................................... 123
, 344
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions.... 118, 123
Load Floor, Cargo.......................................................... 102
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode ...................................114
Load Shed Battery Saver On ........................................ 114
Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction ......................... 114
Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor..........................114
Loading Vehicle............................................................. 169 Tires.......................................................................... 349
Locking Axle ...........................................................................144 Locks
Automatic Door ......................................................... 23
Child Protection ......................................................... 23
Power Door ................................................................ 21
Low Tire Pressure System............................................ 257
Lowering The Soft Top Into Sunrider® Position

S
.... 67
Lubrication, Body.......................................................... 326
Lug Nuts/Bolts ............................................................. 368
Luggage Carrier ............................................................ 102
MMaintenance................................................................... 91
Maintenance Free Battery ........................................... 317
Maintenance Schedule .......................................306
, 310
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) ......120, 125
Manage My Account..................................................... 237
Manual Park Release ........................................................... 301
Service ..................................................................... 380
Manual Transmission..........................................134
, 332
Fluid Level Check .................................................... 332
Lubricant Selection ........................................332
, 376
Shift Speeds ............................................................ 135
Media Mode .................................................................. 210
Methanol ....................................................................... 370
Mirrors ............................................................................. 45 Automatic Dimming .................................................. 45
Electric Powered ....................................................... 46
Electric Remote ......................................................... 46
Heated ....................................................................... 46
Outside....................................................................... 46
Rearview .................................................................... 45
Vanity ......................................................................... 46
Mobile App .................................................................... 227

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