JEEP CHEROKEE 2016 KL / 5.G User Guide

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS .............12
▫ Ignition Node Module (IGNM) — If Equipped. .12
▫ Keyless Push Button Ignition ..............13
▫ Key Fob — If Equipped ..................14
▫ Ignition Or Accessory On Message ..........15
▫ General Information ....................17
 SENTRY KEY ..........................17
▫ Replacement Keys .....................18
▫ Customer Key Programming ..............19
▫ General Information ....................19 
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF
EQUIPPED ............................19
▫ Rearming Of The System ................20
▫ To Arm The System ....................20
▫ To Disarm The System ...................21
▫ Security System Manual Override ...........22
 ILLUMINATED ENTRY ...................22
 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) ...........23
▫ To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate ..........24
▫ To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ............25
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▫Using The Panic Alarm ..................25
▫ Programming Additional Transmitters .......26
▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...........26
▫ General Information ....................29
 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF
EQUIPPED ............................30
▫ How To Use Remote Start ................30
▫ Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) or Driver Information
Display (DID) — If Equipped ..............31
▫ To Enter Remote Start Mode ...............32
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle .............................32
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle ..............................32 ▫
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If
Equipped ...........................33
▫ Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer
Activation — If Equipped ................34
▫ General Information ....................34
 DOOR LOCKS .........................34
▫ Manual Door Locks .....................34
▫ Power Door Locks .....................35
▫ Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear
Doors ..............................37
 KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO ..................39
▫ General Information ....................44
 WINDOWS ...........................45
▫ Power Windows .......................45
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▫Wind Buffeting .......................48
 LIFTGATE ............................48
▫ Power Liftgate — If Equipped .............50
 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ..........52
▫ Important Safety Precautions ..............53
▫ Seat Belt Systems ......................54
▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........66
▫ Child Restraints .......................91
▫ Transporting Pets .....................113 
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . .113
 SAFETY TIPS .........................114
▫ Transporting Passengers .................114
▫ Exhaust Gas .........................115
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle .............................116
▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle ...................118
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
Your vehicle uses either a key start ignition system or
keyless ignition system. The key start ignition system
consists of a either a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter and an Ignition Node Module (IGNM).
The keyless ignition system consists of a Key Fob with
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and a Keyless
Push Button Ignition.
Ignition Node Module (IGNM) — If Equipped
The Ignition Node Module (IGNM) operates similar to an
ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with
detents and one that is spring-loaded. The detent posi-
tions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The START position
is a spring-loaded momentary contact position. When
released from the START position, the switch automati-
cally returns to the ON/RUN position.
Ignition Node Module (IGNM)
1 — OFF
2 — ACC (ACCESSORY)
3 — ON/RUN
4 — START
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Keyless Push Button Ignition
This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition with
the push of a button as long as the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter is in the passenger compartment.
The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four operating
positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate
when in position. The three positions are: OFF, ACC, and
ON/RUN. The fourth position is START. During start,
ON/RUN will illuminate.
NOTE:In case the ignition does not change with the
push of a button, the RKE transmitter (Key Fob) may
have a low or dead battery. In this situation, a back up
method can be used to operate the ignition switch. Put
the nose side (side opposite of the emergency key) of the
Key Fob against the engine START/STOP button and
push to operate the ignition.
Keyless Push Button Ignition
1 — OFF
2 — ACC (ACCESSORY)
3 — ON/RUN
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Key Fob — If Equipped
The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in
the rear of the Key Fob.
The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle
should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
You can keep the emergency key with you when valet
parking.
To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch
on the face of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and
then pull the key out with your other hand.
Emergency Key Removal (IGNM System)
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NOTE:You can insert the double-sided emergency key
into the lock cylinders with either side up.
Ignition Or Accessory On Message
When opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in
ACC or ON/RUN (engine not running), a chime will
sound to remind you to place the ignition in the OFF
position. In addition to the chime, the ignition or acces-
sory on message will display in the cluster.
NOTE: The power window switches, radio, power sun-
roof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active
for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF
position. Opening either front door will cancel this
feature. The time for this feature is programmable. Refer
to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru-
ment Panel” for further information.
Emergency Key Removal (Keyless Push Button Ignition
System)
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WARNING!
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key
Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle. If
equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, always make
sure the keyless ignition node is in “OFF” mode,
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. Chil-
dren 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
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Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
A child could operate power windows, other con-
trols, 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.
CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove key from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.
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General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired op-
eration.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthor-
ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation
is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked
or unlocked.
The system uses a Key Fob with a factory-mated Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, a Keyless Push Button
Ignition and a RF receiver to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only Key Fobs that are
programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and
operate the vehicle. The system will not allow the engine
to crank with an invalid Key Fob.
After placing the ignition to the ON/RUN position, the
Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a
bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it
indicates that there is a problem with the system. In
addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check,
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it indicates that someone tried to use an invalid Key Fob
to start the engine. Either of these conditions will result in
the engine being shut off after two seconds.
If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal
vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10
seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the system.
Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as
possible by an authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
•Do not make modifications or alterations to the
immobilizer system. Modifications or alterations to
the immobilization system may result in a loss of
security protection.
• The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat-
ible with some aftermarket remote starting sys-
tems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle
starting problems and loss of security protection. All of the Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE:
Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the
vehicle. Once a Key Fob is programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
• Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat-
tended.
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go,
always remember to place the ignition in the OFF
position.
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