Jeep Grand Cherokee User manual

CHEROKEE
USER GUIDE

The following symbol eLUM is reported within the text of the Owner
Handbook, next to the subjects for which details are provided. Go to
the www.mopar.eu/owner website and access your personal area.
The “Maintenance and Care” page includes all the
information about your vehicle and the link to access
eLUM, where you will find all the details of the Owner
Handbook. Alternatively, to access this information, go to
the Internet website at http://aftersales.fiat.com/elum/.
The eLUM website is free and will allow you, among
many other things, to easily consult the on-board
documents of all the other vehicles of the Group.
HAVE A NICE READ AND HAPPY MOTORING!
This Owner Handbook is
intended to show the vehicle’s
operating conditions.
For the enthusiast user who
wants to have insights,
curiosities and detailed
information about the
characteristics and functions
of the vehicle, the Jeep brand
gives the opportunity to
consult a dedicated section
which is available in electronic
format.

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Congratulations on selecting your new FCA
vehicle. Be assured that it represents preci-
sion workmanship, distinctive styling, and
high quality.
ALWAYS drive safely and pay attention to the
road. ALWAYS drive safely with your hands
on the steering wheel. You have full respon-
sibility and assume all risks related to the
use of the features and applications in this
vehicle. Only use the features and applica-
tions when it is safe to do so. Failure to do so
may result in an accident involving serious
injury or death.
This guide illustrates and describes the oper-
ation of features and equipment that are
either standard or optional on this vehicle.
This guide may also include a description of
features and equipment that are no longer
available or were not ordered on this vehicle.
Please disregard any features and equipment
described in this guide that are not available
on this vehicle. FCA reserves the right to
make changes in design and specifications
and/or make additions to or improvements to
its products without imposing any obligation
upon itself to install them on products previ-
ously manufactured.
This User Guide has been prepared to help
you quickly become acquainted with the
important features of your vehicle. It
contains most things you will need to operate
and maintain the vehicle, including emer-
gency information.
When it comes to service, remember that an
authorized dealer knows your Jeep® vehicle
best, has factory-trained technicians and
genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about
your satisfaction.
HOW TO FIND YOUR
OWNER’S MANUAL ONLINE
This guide has been prepared as a reference
item to help you quickly become acquainted
with the most important features and
processes of your vehicle. It contains most
things you will need to operate and maintain
the vehicle, including emergency informa-
tion and procedures.
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For more detailed descriptions of the topics
discussed in this User Guide, as well as
information covering features and processes
not covered in this User Guide, the full
vehicle Owner’s Manual can be accessed for
free online in a printer-friendly PDF format.
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ment and natural resources. By converting
from paper to electronic delivery for the
majority of the user information for your
vehicle, together we greatly reduce the
demand for tree-based products and lessen
the stress on our environment.
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Essential Information
Consult the Table of Contents to determine
which section contains the information you
desire.
Since the specification of your vehicle
depends on the items of equipment ordered,
certain descriptions and illustrations may
differ from your vehicle's equipment.
The detailed Index at the back of this
Owner's Manual contains a complete listing
of all subjects.
Symbols
Some vehicle components have colored
labels whose symbols indicate precautions to
be observed when using this component.
Refer to “Warning Lights and Messages” in
“Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel”
for further information on the symbols used
in your vehicle.
ROLLOVER WARNING
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher
rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
This vehicle has a higher ground clearance
and a higher center of gravity than many
passenger vehicles. It is capable of
performing better in a wide variety of off-road
applications. Driven in an unsafe manner, all
vehicles can go out of control. Because of the
higher center of gravity, if this vehicle is out
of control it may roll over when some other
vehicles may not.
Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneu-
vers, or other unsafe driving actions that can
cause loss of vehicle control. Failure to
operate this vehicle safely may result in a
collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe
or fatal injury. Drive carefully.
Rollover Warning Label
Failure to use the driver and passenger seat
belts provided is a major cause of severe or
fatal injury. In a rollover crash, an unbelted
person is significantly more likely to die than a
person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
ALL MATERIAL CONTAINED IN THIS
PUBLICATION IS BASED ON THE LATEST
INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT TIME OF
PUBLICATION APPROVAL. THE RIGHT IS
RESERVED TO PUBLISH REVISIONS AT
ANY TIME.
This User Guide has been prepared with the
assistance of service and engineering
specialists to acquaint you with the opera-
tion and maintenance of your new vehicle. It
is supplemented by a Warranty Information
Booklet and various customer-oriented docu-
ments. You are urged to read these publica-
tions carefully. Following the instructions
and recommendations in this User Guide will
help assure safe and enjoyable operation of
your vehicle.
After you have read the User Guide, it should
be stored in the vehicle for convenient refer-
ence and remain with the vehicle when sold.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make
changes in design and specifications, and/or
to make additions to or improvements in its
products without imposing any obligations
upon itself to install them on products previ-
ously manufactured.
The User Guide illustrates and describes the
features that are standard or available as
extra cost options. Therefore, some of the
equipment and accessories in this publica-
tion may not appear on your vehicle.
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Be sure to read the User guide first before
driving your vehicle and before attaching or
installing parts/accessories or making other
modifications to the vehicle.
In view of the many replacement parts and
accessories from various manufacturers
available on the market, the manufacturer
cannot be certain that the driving safety of
your vehicle will not be impaired by the
attachment or installation of such parts.
Even if such parts are officially-approved (for
example, by a general operating permit for
the part or by constructing the part in an offi-
cially approved design), or if an individual
operating permit was issued for the vehicle
after the attachment or installation of such
parts, it cannot be implicitly assumed that
the driving safety of your vehicle is unim-
paired. Therefore, neither experts nor official
agencies are liable. The manufacturer only
assumes responsibility when parts, which are
expressly authorized or recommended by the
manufacturer, are attached or installed at an
authorized dealer. The same applies when
modifications to the original condition are
subsequently made on the manufacturer's
vehicles.
Your warranties do not cover any part that the
manufacturer did not supply. Nor do they
cover the cost of any repairs or adjustments
that might be caused or needed because of
the installation or use of non-manufacturer
parts, components, equipment, materials, or
additives. Nor do your warranties cover the
costs of repairing damage or conditions
caused by any changes to your vehicle that
do not comply with the manufacturers
specifications.
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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This User Guide contains  against
operating procedures that could result in a
collision, bodily injury and/or death. It also
contains  against procedures that
could result in damage to your vehicle. If you
do not read this entire guide, you may miss
important information. Observe all Warnings
and Cautions.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/
ALTERATIONS
Any modifications or alterations to this
vehicle could seriously affect its
roadworthiness and safety and may lead to
a collision resulting in serious injury or
death.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
SAFETY
STARTING AND OPERATING
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MULTIMEDIA
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
INDEX
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Essential Information........................ 2
Symbols ..........................................2
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Key Fob.........................................13
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Ignition Node Module (IGNM) —
If Equipped....................................15
Keyless Enter-N-Go (Ignition) —
If Equipped....................................15
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How To Use Remote Start ...............17
To Enter Remote Start Mode............17
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To Arm The System ....................... 18
To Disarm The System ................... 18
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Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Passive Entry ................................ 19
Child-Protection Door Lock System —
Rear Doors .................................... 22
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Driver Memory Seat —
If Equipped ................................... 23
Heated Seats ................................. 24
Front Ventilated Seats —
If Equipped .................................. 25
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Reactive Head Restraints —
Front Seats.................................... 26
Rear Head Restraints...................... 27
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Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column..... 28
Heated Steering Wheel —
If Equipped .................................. 28
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Power Folding Mirrors —
If Equipped ................................... 29
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Multifunction Lever ........................30
Headlight Switch ............................30
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) —
If Equipped....................................30
High/Low Beam Switch....................31
Automatic High Beam Headlamp
Control — If Equipped ...................31
Flash-To-Pass.................................31
Automatic Headlights —
If Equipped ...................................31
Parking Lights ................................31
Headlights On With Wipers (Available
With Automatic Headlights Only)......31
Adaptive Bi-Xenon High Intensity
Discharge Headlights —
If Equipped....................................32
Headlight Time Delay ......................32
Lights-On Reminder .......................32
Front And Rear Fog Lights —
If Equipped....................................32
Turn Signals...................................33
Automatic Headlight Leveling —
HID Headlights Only .......................33
Battery Saver..................................33
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Windshield Wiper Operation.............34
Rain Sensing Wipers —
If Equipped ...................................35
Rear Window Wiper/Washer .............36
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Automatic Climate Control
Overview........................................37
Climate Control Functions ...............45
Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) ................................45
Operating Tips ...............................46
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Power Window Controls ...................47
Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch
Protection .....................................48
Window Lockout Switch ..................48
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Opening Sunroof ............................49
Venting Sunroof..............................50
Closing Sunroof..............................50
Wind Buffeting ..............................50
Opening Power Shade ..................... 50
Closing Power Shade.......................51
Pinch Protect Feature .....................51
Sunroof Maintenance......................51
Ignition Off Operation .....................51
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Opening The Hood ......................... 52
Closing The Hood........................... 52

Opening ........................................ 53
Closing.......................................... 53
Hands-Free Liftgate —
If Equipped .................................. 54
 
Power Outlets ............................... 55
Power Inverter — If Equipped ........ 56
 




 
Instrument Cluster Display Location
And Controls.................................. 59
Oil Change Indicator System —
If Equipped .................................. 60
Gear Shift Indicator (GSI) —
If Equipped ................................... 60
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable
Items ............................................ 61
Diesel Displays .............................. 61
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Messages ..................................... 61
Fuel System Messages.................... 62

Red Warning Lights.........................64
Yellow Warning Lights .....................67
Yellow Indicator Lights ....................71
Green Indicator Lights.....................72
White Indicator Lights .....................73
Blue Indicator Lights.......................74

 
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity..................................75

 
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........76
Electronic Brake Control (EBC)
System .........................................77
 
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —
If Equipped....................................87
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With
Mitigation — If Equipped ................90
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)...............................93
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Occupant Restraint Systems
Features .......................................98
Important Safety Precautions........... 98
Seat Belt Systems .........................99
Supplemental Restraint
Systems (SRS) .............................108
Child Restraints — Carrying Children
Safely..........................................118
Transporting Pets ........................134
 
Transporting Passengers................134
Exhaust Gas.................................135
Safety Checks You Should Make
Inside The Vehicle .......................135
Periodic Safety Checks You Should
Make Outside The Vehicle .............137


Normal Starting —
Gasoline Engine ...........................138
Normal Starting — Diesel Engine...139


 
Electric Park Brake (EPB) .............141


Shifting....................................... 143
Downshifting ............................... 144


Key Ignition Park Interlock............ 147
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock
System........................................ 147
Nine-Speed Automatic
Transmission ............................... 147
Gear Ranges ................................ 148
 
1-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4X4) —
If Equipped ................................. 150
2-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4x4) —
If Equipped ................................. 150
Shift Positions ............................. 151
Shifting Procedures...................... 151
Rear Electronic Locker (E-Locker)
System — If Equipped.................. 152
 
Description.................................. 153

Automatic Mode ...........................154
Possible Reasons The Engine Does
Not Autostop ................................154
To Start The Engine While In
Autostop Mode .............................155
To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start
System ........................................156
To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start
System ........................................156


Automatic Mode ...........................156
Possible Reasons The Engine Does
Not Autostop ................................157
To Start The Engine While In
Autostop Mode .............................157
To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start
System ........................................158
To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start
System ........................................158
System Malfunction ......................158

 
Activation.....................................159
Exceeding The Set Speed ..............159
Deactivation .................................159
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To Activate ..................................160
To Set A Desired Speed.................160
To Resume Speed ........................160
To Deactivate ..............................161


Activating Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) ...............................162
To Set A Desired ACC Speed..........162
Resume ....................................... 162
To Vary The Speed Setting.............163
Setting The Following Distance
In ACC ........................................164


ParkSense Sensors .......................164
ParkSense Warning Display ...........164
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense....165
ParkSense System Usage
Precautions..................................165

 
ParkSense Sensors .......................167
Enabling And Disabling
ParkSense ...................................167



LaneSense Operation.................... 168
Turning LaneSense On Or Off ........ 169
LaneSense Warning Message......... 169
Changing LaneSense Status .......... 171


 

 
Adblue® (UREA) — If Equipped.... 175
 
Weights Label.............................. 177
 
Trailer Towing Weights
(Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings).....179

 
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another
Vehicle........................................ 180
Recreational Towing —
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models ... 181
Recreational Towing —
4x4 Models ................................. 181



Replacement Bulbs.......................183
Replacing Exterior Bulbs ...............184

General Information ......................184
Underhood Fuses..........................185
Interior Fuses ...............................193

Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage...194
Preparations For Jacking................195
Jacking Instructions ......................195
Road Tire Installation ....................198
Declaration Of Conformance ..........199
Jack Usage Precautions.................202
 
Tire Service Kit Storage .................203
Tire Service Kit Components And
Operation.....................................203
Tire Service Kit Usage
Precautions ..................................204
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service
Kit...............................................205
 
Preparations For Jump Start...........210
Jump Starting Procedure ...............210

 
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
 
 
Without The Key Fob ....................216
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models....216
4x4 Models..................................216
Recovery Strap — If Equipped.......217


 


Scheduled Servicing —
Gasoline Engine ..........................218
Scheduled Servicing —
Diesel Engine...............................224
 
2.0L Engine ................................229
2.4L Engine ................................230
3.2L Engine ................................231
2.2L Diesel Engine ......................232
Checking Oil Level........................ 233
Cooling System ............................234
Adding Washer Fluid ....................234
Brake System ..............................234
Manual Transmission —
If Equipped ................................. 236
Automatic Transmission —
If Equipped ................................. 236
Maintenance-Free Battery ............ 236
Pressure Washing......................... 237
 
Windshield Wiper Blades ............. 237


Tires — General Information ........ 241
Tire Types ................................... 246
Spare Tires — If Equipped ........... 246
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ......... 248
Tire Chains And Traction
Devices ...................................... 249
Tire Rotation Recommendations .... 250
 
 
Preserving The Bodywork .............. 252
 
Seats And Fabric Parts ................. 253
Plastic And Coated Parts............... 254
Leather Parts ............................... 254
Glass Surfaces ............................ 254
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
 

 
Torque Specifications....................256
 



2.0L Engine .................................257
2.4L And 3.2L Engines .................257
Materials Added To Fuel................257
Fuel Icon Identification Compliant
To EN16942................................257

 
Fuel Icon Identification Compliant
To EN16942................................259
 
 
Engine.........................................262
Chassis ........................................265

 
 
Authentic Accessories By Mopar.....266
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 


Uconnect 3 With 5-inch Display At A
Glance.........................................269
Clock Setting ..............................269
Audio Setting ...............................269
Radio Operation ..........................270
Voice Text Reply (Not Compatible With
iPhone®) ....................................271

Uconnect 4 With 7-Inch Display
At A Glance ................................272
Drag & Drop Menu Bar .................273
Radio .........................................274
Android Auto™ — If Equipped ......275
Apple CarPlay® Integration —
If Equipped..................................276
Apps — If Equipped .....................277


Uconnect 4C/4C NAV At A Glance 277
Drag & Drop Menu Bar ................. 278
Radio ......................................... 279
Android Auto™ — If Equipped ...... 280
Apple CarPlay® Integration —
If Equipped ................................. 283
Apps — If Equipped..................... 285
 


Radio Operation ........................... 286
Media Mode................................. 286


 
Changing The Navigation Voice
Prompt Volume ............................ 287
Finding Points Of Interest ............. 288
Finding A Place By Spelling The
Name.......................................... 288
One-Step Voice Destination Entry .. 288
Setting Your Home Location.......... 288
Home.......................................... 289
Adding A Stop ............................. 289
Taking A Detour ........................... 289
Map Update................................. 289
 
Uconnect Phone (Bluetooth®
Hands-Free Calling) ......................290
Pairing (Wirelessly Connecting) Your
Mobile Phone To The Uconnect
System ........................................292
Common Phone Commands
(Examples) ..................................296
Mute (Or Unmute) Microphone
During Call...................................296
Transfer Ongoing Call Between
Handset And Vehicle.....................296
Phonebook ..................................296
Voice Command Tips.....................296
Changing The Volume....................296
Using Do Not Disturb ...................297
Incoming Text Messages ...............297
Helpful Tips And Common
Questions To Improve Bluetooth®
Performance With Your
Uconnect System..........................298
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Introducing Uconnect ...................299
Get Started ..................................300
Basic Voice Commands .................301
Radio ..........................................301
Media..........................................302
Phone .........................................303
Voice Text Reply — If Equipped.....303
Climate .......................................304
Siri® Eyes Free — If Equipped ......305
Using Do Not Disturb ...................305
Android Auto™ — If Equipped ......306
Apple CarPlay® — If Equipped......307
Additional Information ..................307
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ARGENTINA ................................309
AUSTRALIA .................................309
AUSTRIA.....................................309
BALANCE OF THE CARIBBEAN.....309
BELGIUM ....................................310
BOLIVIA ......................................310
BRAZIL .......................................310
BULGARIA...................................310
CHILE......................................... 310
CHINA ........................................ 311
COLOMBIA.................................. 311
COSTA RICA................................ 311
CROATIA..................................... 311
CZECH REPUBLIC ....................... 311
DENMARK .................................. 312
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC ............... 312
ECUADOR ................................... 312
EL SALVADOR ............................. 312
ESTONIA..................................... 313
FINLAND .................................... 313
FRANCE...................................... 313
GERMANY................................... 313
GREECE...................................... 314
GUATEMALA ............................... 314
HONDURAS ................................ 314
HUNGARY................................... 314
INDIA ......................................... 314
IRELAND .................................... 315
ITALY.......................................... 315
LATVIA........................................ 315
LITHUANIA ................................. 316
LUXEMBURG .............................. 316
NETHERLANDS ........................... 316
NEW ZEALAND............................ 316
NORWAY..................................... 317
PANAMA......................................317
PARAGUAY ..................................317
PERU ..........................................317
POLAND ......................................317
PORTUGAL ..................................317
PUERTO RICO AND
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS ..................318
REUNION ....................................318
ROMANIA ....................................318
RUSSIA .......................................318
SERBIA .......................................318
SLOVAKIA....................................319
SLOVENIA ...................................319
SOUTH AFRICA............................319
SPAIN .........................................319
SWEDEN .....................................320
SWITZERLAND.............................320
TAIWAN.......................................320
TURKEY ......................................320
UKRAINE.....................................321
UNITED KINGDOM .......................321
URUGUAY ...................................321
VENEZUELA.................................321
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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.
Ignition Node Module 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 ignition button
system. The Remote Keyless Entry system
consists of a key fob and Keyless Enter-N-Go
feature (if equipped).
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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
approximately 66 ft (20 m). 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.
Keyless Ignition Key Fob
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 direc-
tions to follow.
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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 — Liftgate Button
2 — Unlock Button
3 — Lock Button
4 — Remote Start Button
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In this situation, a back up 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 igni-
tion switch.
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Improper disposal of key fob batteries may
be harmful to the environment. Please see an
authorized dealer for proper battery disposal.
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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.
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If the vehicle is unlocked using the interior
door panel, and no door is opened within 60
seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and if
equipped, the security alarm will arm. To
change the current setting, refer to "Ucon-
nect Settings" in "Multimedia" in the Owner’s
Manual for further information.
This feature lets you program the system to
unlock either the driver's door or all doors on
the first push of the unlock button on the key
fob. To change the current setting, refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” in the
Owner’s Manual for further information.
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If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry,
refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive
Entry” located in “Doors” in this chapter for
further information.
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Push and release the lock button on the key
fob to lock all doors and liftgate.
The turn signal lights will flash and the horn
will chirp to acknowledge the signal. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” located in “Multi-
media” in the Owner’s Manual for further
programmable information.
If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry,
refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive
Entry” located in “Doors” in this chapter for
further information.
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If one or more doors are open, or the liftgate
is open, the doors will lock. The doors will
unlock again automatically if the key fob is
left inside the passenger compartment,
otherwise the doors will stay locked.
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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.
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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 mode.
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Used batteries may be harmful to the envi-
ronment if not disposed of correctly. Always
dispose of used batteries by specialized
battery disposal container, or by taking used
batteries to an authorized dealer.
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.
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When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with
you to an authorized dealer.
IGNITION SWITCH
Ignition Node Module (IGNM) — If
Equipped
The Ignition Node Module (IGNM) operates
similar to an ignition switch. It has four oper-
ating positions: three with detents and one
that is spring-loaded. The detent positions
are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The START
position is a spring-loaded momentary
contact position. When released from the
START position, the switch automatically
returns to the ON/RUN position.
Ignition Switch
Keyless Enter-N-Go (Ignition) — If
Equipped
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.
The push button ignition operating modes
are OFF, ACC, ON/RUN, and START.
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If the ignition switch does not change with
the push of a button, the key fob may have a
low or depleted 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 START/STOP ignition button and
push to operate the ignition switch.
1 — OFF
2 — ACC (Accessory)
3 — ON/RUN
4 — START
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Never remove the mechanical key while
the vehicle is moving, as the steering
wheel will automatically lock as soon as
the key is turned. This also applies to
vehicles that are being towed.
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Keyless Push Button Ignition
The push button ignition can be placed in
the following modes:
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The engine is stopped.
Some electrical devices (e.g. central
locking, alarm, etc.) are still available.
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Engine is not started.
Some electrical devices are available.
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Driving position.
All the electrical devices are available.
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Start the engine.
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The vehicle will not start if the key fob is
located inside the cargo area and the liftgate
is opened.
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For further information, refer to "Starting The
Engine" in "Starting And Operating."
1 — OFF
2 — ACC (Accessory)
3 — ON/RUN
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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 unat-
tended 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.
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An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for
thieves. Always remove key fob from the
vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the
vehicle unattended.
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REMOTE STARTING
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
Push the remote start button on the key fob
twice within five seconds. Pushing the
remote start button a third time shuts the
engine off.
To drive the vehicle, push the START/STOP igni-
tion button to cycle the ignition to ON/RUN.
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With remote start, the engine will only run
for 15 minutes (timeout) unless the igni-
tion is placed in the ON/RUN position.
The vehicle must be manually started with
the key fob after two consecutive time-
outs.
How To Use Remote Start
Push the remote start button on the key fob
twice within five seconds. Pushing the
remote start button a third time shuts the
engine off.
To drive the vehicle, push the unlock button,
insert the key in the ignition and turn to the
ON/RUN position.
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
Check engine light shall not be present
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
To Enter Remote Start Mode
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 twice (if
programmed). Then, the engine will start,
and the vehicle will remain in the Remote
Start mode for a 15 minute cycle.
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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.
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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. Oper-
ation of the Remote Start System,
windows, door locks or other controls
could cause serious injury or death.
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For security, power window and power
sunroof operation (if equipped) are
disabled when the vehicle is in the
Remote Start mode.
The engine can be started two consecutive
times with the key fob. However, the igni-
tion must be cycled by pushing the
START/STOP ignition button twice (or the
ignition switch must be placed in the ON/
RUN position) before you can repeat the
start sequence for a third cycle.
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM —
IF EQUIPPED
The vehicle security alarm monitors the
vehicle doors, hood, liftgate, and the Keyless
Enter-N-Go — Ignition for unauthorized
operation. While the vehicle security alarm is
armed, interior switches for door locks and
liftgate release are disabled. If something
triggers the alarm, the vehicle security alarm
will provide the following audible and visible
signals:
The horn will pulse.
The turn signals will flash.
The vehicle security light in the instru-
ment cluster will flash.
To Arm The System
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Secu-
rity Alarm:
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. Refer to "Doors" in this chapter
for further information.
Push the lock button on the key fob.
3. If any doors are open, close them.
To Disarm The System
The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed
using any of the following methods:
Push the unlock button on the key fob.
Grasp the passive entry door handle to
unlock the door; refer to "Doors" in this
chapter for further information.
Place the ignition in the OFF position to
disarm the system.
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The driver's door key cylinder and the lift-
gate button on the key fob cannot arm or
disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed
during power liftgate entry. Pushing the
liftgate button will not disarm the Vehicle
Security Alarm. If someone enters the
vehicle through the liftgate and opens any
door, the alarm will sound.
When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed,
the interior power door lock switches will
not unlock the doors.
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