immobilizer JEEP COMPASS 2014 1.G Owners Manual

SENTRY KEY®
The Sentry Key® Immobilizer System prevents unau-
thorized 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 ignition keys that have an embedded
electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate
the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two
seconds if someone uses an invalid key to try to start the
engine.
NOTE:A key that has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the
ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle. During normal operation, after turning on the ignition
switch, 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 Vehicle Security Light
begins to flash after the bulb check, it indicates that
someone used an invalid key to try 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 electron-
ics. Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon
as possible by an authorized dealer.
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CAUTION!
The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not compat-
ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems.
Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and loss of security protection.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle
electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
Once a Sentry Key® is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot
be programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
Always remove the Sentry Keys® from the vehicle
and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat-
tended.
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 keys. Du-
plication of keys may be performed at an authorized
dealer or by following the customer key programming
procedure. This procedure consists of programming a
blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one
that has never been programmed.
NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer Sys-
tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized dealer.
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High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch.........169
Passing ............................. .169
Replacing ............................ .525
Switch .............................. .166
Head Restraints ......................... .158
Heated Mirrors ...........................112
Heated Seats ............................ .152
Heater ................................ .307
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .329
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .169
Hill Descent Control ...................... .236
Hill Start Assist .......................... .373
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .426
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) ............183
Hood Release ........................... .164
Ignition .................................12
Key..................................12 Ignition Key Removal
.......................12
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................15
Infant Restraint ...........................77
Information Center, Vehicle ..................238
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................109
Instrument Cluster ....................... .222
Instrument Panel and Controls ................220
Instrument Panel Cover .....................516
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............517
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ..............519
Interior Appearance Care ....................515
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............174
Introduction ..............................4
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control Bluetooth® Streaming Audio ...............148
Jacking Instructions ....................... .447
Jack Location ........................... .445
Jack Operation .......................... .444
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Jump Starting........................... .466
Key-In Reminder ..........................14
Keyless Entry System (Sedan) .................20
Key, Programming .........................17
Key, Replacement ..........................16
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................15
Knee Bolster ..............................62
Lane Change and Turn Signals ................526
Lane Change Assist ....................... .169
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................44
Latches ............................... .104
Hood ............................... .164
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .414
Leaks, Fluid ............................ .104
Life of Tires ............................ .400
Liftgate (Sedan) ...........................39 Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer
...............211
Light Bulbs ............................. .104
Lights ................................ .104
Airbag ................................70
Alarm .............................. .227
Anti-Lock ............................ .224
Back-Up ............................. .526
Brake Assist Warning ....................379
Brake Warning ........................ .225
Bulb Replacement ...................... .525
Cargo .............................. .205
Center Mounted Stop ....................527
Daytime Running ...................... .167
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .................166
Engine Temperature Warning ...............225
Exterior ............................. .104
Fog ................................ .167
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................441
Headlights ........................... .166
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Roll Over Warning..........................4
Roof Type Carrier ........................ .213
Rotation, Tires .......................... .403
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle .................101
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................104
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................545
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... .100
Safety Information, Tire .....................380
Safety Tips ...............................99
Satellite Radio Antenna .....................266
Schedule, Maintenance .....................532
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .517
Seat Belt Reminder .........................60
Seat Belts .............................. .101
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................49
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........49
And Pregnant Women .....................62
Child Restraint ..........................77 Extender
..............................61
Front Seat .............................44
Inspection ........................... .101
Pretensioners ...........................56
Rear Seat ..............................44
Untwisting Procedure .....................53
Seat Belts (Sedan) ..........................40
Seats ................................. .150
Adjustment .......................... .150
Heated .............................. .152
Lumbar Support ....................... .156
Rear Folding ......................... .162
Rear Folding (Sedan) .....................162
Seatback Release ....................... .156
Tilting .............................. .156
Security Alarm ............................18
SENTRY KEY® FCC General Information ..................18
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................15
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