key fob JEEP CHEROKEE 2017 KL / 5.G Owner's Manual

To Lock The Liftgate
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the
liftgate, push the passive entry lock button located to the
right of liftgate handle release.
NOTE:The liftgate passive entry lock button will lock all
doors and the liftgate. The liftgate unlock feature is built
into the electronic liftgate release. To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors And Liftgate
With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft
(1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles,
pushing the passive entry lock button located on the
outside door handle.
NOTE:
DO NOT grab the door handle, when pushing the
door handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s).
Electronic Liftgate Release/Liftgate Passive Entry LocationPush The Door Handle Button To Lock
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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 reacting and unlocking.
• If Passive Entry is disabled using the Uconnect System,
the key protection described in Preventing Inadvertent
Locking of Passive Entry key fob in Vehicle remains
active/functional. •
The Passive Entry system will not operate if the key fob
battery is dead.
The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the lock
button located on the vehicle’s interior door panel.
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.
2. This device must accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
DO NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking
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3. Push and release the SET button on the memory switch,then push the number (1) button within five seconds.
The instrument cluster display will display which
memory position is being set.
If desired, a second memory profile can be stored into
memory as follows:
1. Cycle the vehicle’s ignition to the ON position.
2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer- ences (i.e., seat, side mirror and radio station presets).
3. Push and release the SET button on the memory switch, then push the number (2) button within five seconds.
The instrument cluster display will display which
memory position is being set.
NOTE:
• Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in PARK,
but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a memory
profile.
• To set a memory profile to your key fob, refer to
“Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Key
Fob To Memory” in this section.Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry
Key Fob To Memory
Your Remote Keyless Entry key fob can be programmed to
recall one of two pre-programmed memory profiles with a
push of the unlock button on the key fob.
NOTE: Before programming your key fob you must select
the “Memory To FOB” feature through the Uconnect
system screen. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Mulitme-
dia” for further information.
To program your key fob, perform the following:
1. Cycle the vehicle’s ignition to the OFF position.
2. Select the desired memory profile 1 or 2.
NOTE: If a memory profile has not already been set, refer
to Programming The Memory Feature in this section for
instructions on how to set a memory profile.
3. Push and release the SET button on the memory switch, then within five seconds push and release the button
labeled 1 or 2 accordingly. “Memory Profile Set” (1 or 2)
will display in the instrument cluster display.
4. Push and release the lock button on the key fob within 10 seconds.
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NOTE:Your key fob can be unlinked to your memory
settings by pushing the SET (S) button, followed by push-
ing the unlock button on the key fob within 10 seconds.
Memory Position Recall
NOTE: The vehicle must be in PARK to recall memory
positions. If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is not in
PARK, a message will display in the instrument cluster
display.
• To recall the memory settings for driver one, push
memory button number 1 or the unlock button on the
key fob linked to memory position 1.
• To recall the memory settings for driver two, push
memory button number 2 or the unlock button on the
key fob linked to memory position 2.
A recall can be cancelled by pushing any of the memory
buttons (S, 1, or 2) during a recall. When a recall is
cancelled, the driver seat will stop moving. A delay of one
second will occur before another recall can be selected.
Easy Entry/Exit Seat
This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to
enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the
vehicle. The distance the driver seat moves depends on where you
have the driver seat positioned when you cycle the vehi-
cle’s ignition to the OFF position.
•
When you cycle the vehicle’s ignition to the OFF posi-
tion, the driver seat will move about 2.4 inches (60 mm)
rearward if the driver seat position is greater than or
equal to 2.7 inches (67.7 mm) forward of the rear stop.
The seat will return to its previously set position when
you cycle the vehicle’s ignition to the ACC or RUN
position.
• The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the
driver seat position is less than 0.9 of an inch (22.7 mm)
forward of the rear stop. At this position, there is no
benefit to the driver by moving the seat for Easy Exit or
Easy Entry.
Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy
Entry and Easy Exit position.
NOTE: The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled when
the vehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy Entry/
Exit feature is enabled (or later disabled) through the
programmable features in the Uconnect system. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings/Customer Programmable Features” in
“Mulitmedia” for further information.
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NOTE:
•The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control can be
turned on or off using the Uconnect System. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further infor-
mation.
• Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and taillights
of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights to
remain on longer (closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film,
and other obstructions on the windshield or camera lens
will cause the system to function improperly.
• To opt out of the Advanced Auto High-Beam Sensitivity
Control (default) and enter Reduced High-Beam Sensi-
tivity Control (not recommended), toggle highbeam
lever 6 full on/off cycles within 10 seconds of ignition
ON. System will return to default setting upon ignition
off.
Battery Saver Feature
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off auto-
matically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is moved to the
LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were
switched on manually or are on because a door is open.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
The interior lights come on when a door is opened.
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off
automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is moved to the
LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were
switched on manually or are on because a door is open.
The Battery Protection also includes the glove compart-
ment light and the cargo light. To restore interior light
operation after automatic battery protection is enabled
(Lights Off), either place the ignition in the ON/RUN
position or cycle the light switch.
Front Map/Reading Lights
The front map/reading lights are mounted in the overhead
console. Each light can be turned on by pushing a switch
on either side of the console. To turn the lights off, push the
switch a second time. These lights also turn on when a door
is opened, or when the unlock button on the key fob is
pushed, or when the dimmer control is turned completely
upward to the second detent.
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WINDOWS
Power Window Controls
The window controls on the driver’s door control all the
door windows.
There are single window controls on each passenger door
trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows.
The window controls will operate only when the ignition is
in the ACC or ON/RUN position.NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with the Uconnect, the
power window switches 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
is programmable. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi-
media” for further information.
WARNING!
Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do
not let children play with power windows. 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
ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped by the win-
dows while operating the power window switches.
Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
AUTO-Down Feature
The driver door power window switch and the passenger
door power window switches have an AUTO-Down feature.
Push the window switch down, for a short period of time,
and release and the window will go down automatically.
Power Window Switches
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The power shade switches are located to the right between
the sun visors on the overhead console.WARNING!
•Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the key
fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible
to children. Do not leave the ignition of a vehicle
equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or
ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particularly unattended
children, can become entrapped by the power sun-
roof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such
entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
• In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also
be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your
seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are
also properly secured.
• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any
object, to project through the sunroof opening. In-
jury may result.
Power Shade Switches
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Closing The Hood
Lower the hood to approximately 12 inches (30 cm) from
the engine compartment and drop it. Make sure that the
hood is completely closed.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower hood to approximately 12 in (30 cm) and
drop the hood to close. Make sure hood is fully closed
for both latches. Never drive vehicle unless hood is
fully closed, with both latches engaged.
LIFTGATE
Opening
To Unlock/Enter The Liftgate
The liftgate may be released in several ways:
•Key fob
• Outside handle
The liftgate passive entry unlock feature is built into the
electronic liftgate release. With a valid Passive Entry key
fob within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, push the electronic
liftgate release to open with one fluid motion. Push the
button on the key fob twice within five seconds to release
the liftgate.
NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in
instrument cluster display, all doors will unlock when you
push the electronic release on the liftgate. If Unlock Driver
Door 1st Press is programmed in Uconnect, the liftgate
will unlock when you push the electronic release on the
liftgate. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.
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NOTE:Use the power door lock switch on either front
door trim panel or the key fob to lock and unlock the
liftgate. The manual door locks on the doors and the
driver’s door lock cylinder will not lock and unlock the
liftgate.
WARNING!
Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous
exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passen-
gers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate
closed when you are operating the vehicle.
Closing
Grasp the liftgate closing handle and initiate lowering the
liftgate. Release the handle when the liftgate takes over the
closing effort.
NOTE: Before closing the liftgate, make sure to be in
possession of the key because the liftgate may be locked.
Liftgate Entry
1 — Liftgate Pull Handle
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To Lock The Liftgate
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the
liftgate, pushing the Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry
lock button located to the right of the outside handle
release will lock the vehicle.
NOTE:The liftgate unlock feature is built into the elec-
tronic liftgate release.
Power Liftgate — If Equipped
The power liftgate may be opened by pushing
the electronic liftgate release (refer to “Keyless
Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” located in “Get-
ting To Know Your Vehicle”) or by pushing the
liftgate button on the key fob. Push the liftgate button on
the key fob twice within five seconds to open the power
liftgate. Once the liftgate is open, pushing the button twice
within five seconds a second time will close the liftgate.
The power liftgate may also be opened or closed by
pushing the liftgate button located on the front overhead
console. If the liftgate is fully open, the liftgate can be
closed by pushing the liftgate button located on the left rear trim panel, near the liftgate opening. If the liftgate is in
motion, pushing the liftgate button located on the left rear
trim panel will reverse the liftgate.
When the liftgate button on the key fob is pushed two
times, the turn signals will flash twice to signal that the
liftgate is opening or closing (if Flash Lamps with Lock is
enabled in the Uconnect settings), and the liftgate chime
will be audible. Refer to
Uconnect SettingsinMultime-
dia” for further information.
NOTE:
• In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an
emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open the
liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch release can be
accessed through a snap-in cover located on the liftgate
trim panel.
• If liftgate is left open for an extended period of time, the
liftgate may need to be closed manually to reset power
liftgate functionality.
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