JEEP COMMANDER 2009 1.G User Guide

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could
seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and
may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or
death.
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CONTENTS
A Word About Your Keys................. 14
▫Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)............. 14
▫Integrated Ignition Key................. 15
▫Ignition Key Removal.................. 15
▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder................ 17
Sentry KeyImmobilizer System............ 17
▫Replacement Keys..................... 18
▫Customer Key Programming............. 19
▫General Information.................... 20Vehicle Security Alarm System............. 20
▫Rearming The System.................. 20
▫To Set The Alarm...................... 20
▫To Disarm The System.................. 21
Illuminated Entry....................... 21
Remote Keyless Entry.................... 21
▫To Unlock The Doors................... 22
▫To Lock The Doors.................... 23
▫To Release The Liftgate Flipper Glass....... 24
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▫Express Down Window Feature — If
Equipped........................... 24
▫Using The Panic Alarm................. 24
▫Programming Additional RKE Transmitters . . . 25
▫RKE Transmitter Battery Service........... 25
▫General Information.................... 26
Remote Starting System — If Equipped....... 27
▫How To Use Remote Start............... 27
Door Locks........................... 29
▫Manual Door Locks.................... 29
▫Power Door Locks..................... 30
▫Passive Entry System — If Equipped........ 31▫To Place An RKE Transmitter In The Vehicle
For Safekeeping – Vehicles Equipped With
Keyless Go Only...................... 32
▫Child Protection Door Lock.............. 33
Windows............................. 34
▫Power Windows...................... 34
▫Wind Buffeting....................... 37
Liftgate.............................. 37
▫Liftgate Flipper Glass................... 38
▫Power Liftgate — If Equipped............ 39
Occupant Restraints..................... 42
▫Lap/Shoulder Belts.................... 43
▫Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions.... 44
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▫Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage . . . 48
▫Automatic Locking Mode — If Equipped..... 49
▫Energy Management Feature............. 49
▫Seat Belt Pretensioners.................. 50
▫Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System
(BeltAlert).......................... 50
▫Seat Belts And Pregnant Women........... 52
▫Seat Belt Extender..................... 52
▫Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental
Restraint Systems (SRS)................. 52▫Child Restraints....................... 64
Engine Break-In Recommendations.......... 73
Safety Tips............................ 74
▫Exhaust Gas......................... 74
▫Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle............................. 75
▫Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The
Vehicle............................. 75
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system
consists of a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter
with integrated ignition key and a Wireless Ignition
Node (WIN) with integral ignition switch. You can insert
the double-sided key into the ignition switch with either
side up.
Keyless Go Feature
This vehicle may be equipped with the Keyless Go
feature, for more information, refer to “Keyless Go — If
Equipped” under “Starting Procedure” in Section 5 of
this manual.
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)
The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an
ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three of
which are detented and one spring-loaded. The detented
positions are LOCK, ACC, and ON. The START position
is a spring-loaded momentary contact position. Whenreleased from the START position, the switch automati-
cally returns to the detented ON position.Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)
1 — LOCK
2 — ACC (ACCESSORY)
3—ON
4 — START 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Integrated Ignition Key
The integrated ignition key operates the ignition switch.
It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans-
mitter and a valet key, which stores in the rear of the RKE
transmitter.
The valet key allows for entry into the vehicle should the
battery in the vehicle or the RKE transmitter go dead. The
valet key is also for locking the glove box. You can keep
the valet key with you when valet parking.
To remove the valet key from the RKE transmitter, slide
the mechanical latch at the top of the RKE transmitter
sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out
with your other hand.NOTE:You can insert the double-sided valet key into
the lock cylinders with either side up.
Ignition Key Removal
Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the ignition key to the
LOCK position, and remove the key.
Three-Button FOBIK (FOB with Integrated Key)
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NOTE:
•If you try to remove the key before you place the shift
lever in PARK, it may become trapped temporarily in
the ignition switch. If this occurs, rotate the key to the
right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a
malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the
ignition switch to warn you that this safety feature is
inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped, but
the key cannot be removed until you obtain service.
•For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC), the power window
switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), and
power outlets will remain active for up to 60 minutes
after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK posi-
tion. Opening either front door will cancel this feature.
The time for this feature is programmable. For details,
refer to “Key Off Power Delay,” under “PersonalSettings (Customer-Programmable Features)” under
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in
Section 4 of this manual.
WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri-
ously or fatally injured. Do not leave the key in the
ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
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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Key-In-Ignition Reminder
If you open the driver’s door with the integrated ignition
key in the ignition, a chime will sound to remind you to
remove the key.
NOTE:The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds
when the integrated ignition key is placed in the LOCK
or ACC position.
SENTRY KEYIMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
The Sentry KeyImmobilizer system prevents unautho-
rized 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 the factory-mated Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter with integrated key and Wireless Igni-
tion Node (WIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle opera-
tion. Therefore, only RKE transmitters that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operatethe vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two
seconds if an invalid RKE transmitter is used to start the
engine.
After turning the ignition switch to the ON 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 electronics. In
addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check,
it indicates that someone used an invalid RKE transmitter
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 sec-
onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics.
Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as
possible.
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NOTE:
•The Sentry KeyImmobilizer system is not compatible
with aftermarket remote starting systems. Use of these
systems may result in vehicle starting problems and
loss of security protection.
•Exxon/Mobil Speedpass™, additional RKE transmit-
ters, or any other transponder-equipped components
on the same key chainwill notcause a fault unless the
additional part isphysically held against the RKE
transmitterbeing used to start the vehicle. Cell
phones, pagers, or other RF electronics will not cause
interference with this system.
All of the RKE transmitters provided with your new
vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE:Only RKE transmitters that are programmed to
the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operatethe vehicle. Once an RKE transmitter is programmed to a
vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
Always remove the keys from the vehicle and lock all
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with
a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). Keep the
PIN in a secure location. This number is required for
authorized dealer replacement of RKE transmitters. Dupli-
cation of RKE transmitters may be performed at an autho-
rized dealer or by using the Customer Key Programming
procedure. This procedure consists of programming a blank
transmitter to the vehicle electronics. A blank transmitter is
one that has never been programmed.
NOTE:When having the Sentry KeyImmobilizer
system serviced, bring all vehicle RKE transmitters with
you to the authorized dealer.
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