remote start JEEP COMPASS 2015 1.G User Guide

NOTE:If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw,
reinstall and tighten the screw until snug.
General Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and
RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference.
•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.
If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal
distance, check for these two conditions:
1. A weak battery in the transmitter. The expected life of
the battery is a minimum of three years.
2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station
tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB
radios.
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve-
niently from outside the vehicle while still
maintaining security. The system has a range of
approximately 300 ft (91 m). Obstructions between the
vehicle and RKE transmitter may reduce this range.
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NOTE:
•The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic
transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
•Obstructions between the vehicle and the Key Fob may
reduce this range.
How To Use Remote Start
All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:
•Shift lever in PARK
•Doors closed
•Hood closed
•Hazard switch off
•Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed)
•Ignition key removed from ignition switch
•Battery at an acceptable charge level
•RKE PANIC button not pushed
•System not disabled from previous remote start event
•Vehicle theft alarm not active
WARNING!
•Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon-
oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious in-
jury or death when inhaled.
•Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters
away from children. Operation of the Remote Start
System, windows, door locks or other controls
could cause serious injury or death.
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Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped
The following messages will display in the EVIC if the
vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema-
turely:
•Remote Start Aborted — Door Ajar
•Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar
•Remote Start Aborted — L/Gate Ajar
•Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low
•Remote Start Aborted — System Fault
The EVIC message stays active until the ignition is turned
to the ON/RUN position.
To Enter Remote Start
Push and release the REMOTE START button on
the RKE transmitter twice within five seconds.
The vehicle doors will lock, the parking lights
will flash and the horn will chirp twice (if pro-
grammed). Then, the engine will start and the vehicle will
remain in the Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.
NOTE:
•The park lamps will turn on and remain on during
Remote Start mode.
•For security, power window and power sunroof op-
eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is
in the Remote Start mode.
•If your power door locks were unlocked, Remote Start
will automatically lock the doors.
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•The engine can be started two consecutive times (two
15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However,
the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN
position before you can repeat the start sequence for a
third cycle.
Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur:
•The engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500
•Any engine warning lamps come on
•Low Fuel Light turns on
•The hood is opened
•The hazard switch is pushed
•The transmission is moved out of PARK
•The brake pedal is pushed
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle
Push and release the REMOTE START button one time or
allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.
NOTE:To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system
will disable the one time push of the REMOTE START
button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote
Start request.
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, push and release
the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock
the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if
equipped). Then, insert the key into the ignition switch
and turn the switch to the ON/RUN position.
NOTE:The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN
position in order to drive the vehicle.
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LIFTGATE
NOTE:The key that is used to start the vehicle is also
used to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate.
To unlock the liftgate, insert the key into the lock and
turn it to the right (manual lock models only). The liftgate
can also be unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter or by activating the power door lock
switches located on the front doors. The central locking/
unlocking feature (if equipped) can also be activated
from the liftgate key cylinder.
Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed
without using the key. To open the liftgate, squeeze the
liftgate release and pull the liftgate open with one fluid
motion.
NOTE:
•In the event of a power malfunction, or the RKE
transmitter is inoperative, insert the key into the
liftgate lock cylinder and turn to the right (manual lock
models only). Using the liftgate handle, pull the lift-
gate open with one fluid motion.
Liftgate Latch Location
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When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays
the following messages:
•Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime
after 1 mile (1.6 km) of distance travelled)
•Left Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)
•Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)
•Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)
•Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime)
•RKE Battery Low (with a single chime)
•Personal Settings Not Avail. — Vehicle not in PARK
(automatic transmission) or vehicle is in motion
(manual transmission).
•Door Ajar (with vehicle graphic showing which door is
open. A single chime sounds if the vehicle is in motion).
•Doors Ajar (with vehicle graphic showing which
doors are open. A single chime sounds if the vehicle is
in motion).
•Gate (with vehicle graphic showing the Liftgate open
and A single chime)
•Headlamps or Park Lamps On
•Remote Start Aborted — Door Ajar
•Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar
•Remote Start Aborted — L/Gate Ajar
•Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low
•Remote Start Aborted — System Fault
•Key In Ignition
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

•Angle — Repeatedly pressing SELECT will change
the viewing angle if supported by the DVD disc
(if equipped).
NOTE:
•The available selections for each of the above entries
varies depending upon the disc.
•These selections can only be made while playing a
DVD.
•VES™ Power— Allows you to turn VES™ ON and
OFF (if equipped).
•VES™ Lock —Locks out rear VES™ remote controls
(if equipped).
•VES™ CH1/CH2 —Allows the user to change the
mode of either the IR1 or IR2 wireless headphones by
pressing the AUDIO/SELECT button (if equipped).
•Set Home Clock —Pressing the SELECT button
allows you to set the clock. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL
control knob to adjust the hours and then press and
turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to adjust the
minutes. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob again
to save changes.
•Player Defaults —Selecting this item will allow the
user to scroll through the following items and set
defaults according to customer preference.
Menu Language — If Equipped
Selecting this item will allow the user to choose the
default startup DVD menu language (effective only if
language supported by disc). If you want to select a
language not listed, then scroll down and select#other.#
Enter the four-digit country code using the TUNE/
SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down to select the
number and then push to select.
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Data Recorder, Event.......................75
Dealer Service............................471
Defroster, Rear Window.....................205
Defroster, Windshield......................100
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers..................169
Diagnostic System, Onboard.................469
Dimmer Switch, Headlight...................165
Dipsticks
Power Steering.........................352
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................489
Door Locks
Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors......34
Door Locks............................30
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Remote...............................30
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................30
Door Locks, Automatic......................32
Door Opener, Garage.......................178
Downshifting............................322
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt......................154
Driving................................342
Off-Pavement..........................342
Off-Road.............................342
Electrical Power Outlets.....................191
Electric Remote Mirrors.....................110
Electronic Brake Control System...............356
Brake Assist System.....................359
Electronic Roll Mitigation.................360
Traction Control System...................359
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........172
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............364
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)......230
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking...............................432
Jump Starting..........................452
Towing..............................460
542 INDEX

Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)...........191
Steering..............................351
Sunroof..............................188
Transfer Unit..........................499
Windows..............................35
Power Steering Fluid.......................517
Power Transfer Unit.......................499
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts................54
Preparation for Jacking.....................433
Pretensioners
Seat Belts..............................54
Programmable Electronic Features.............236
Radial Ply Tires..........................383
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)...........488
Radio Operation..........................241
Radio (Sound Systems).....................241
Rear Axle (Differential).....................498
Rear Camera............................176
Rear Drive Assembly.......................498
Rear Liftgate (Sedan).......................38
Rear Seat, Folding.........................159
Rearview Mirrors.........................107
Rear Window Defroster.....................205
Rear Window Features.....................204
Rear Wiper/Washer........................204
Recorder, Event Data.......................75
Recreational Towing.......................425
Reformulated Gasoline.....................403
Refrigerant..............................479
Remote Control
Door Locks............................20
Security Alarm..........................18
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
FCC General Information..................26
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan).................20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls.........294
Remote Starting System......................26
550 INDEX

Starting................................316
Automatic Transmission..................317
Cold Weather..........................318
Engine Fails to Start.....................318
Manual Transmission....................316
Remote...............................26
Starting Procedures........................316
Steering
Power...............................351
Tilt Column...........................171
Steering Wheel Audio Controls...............294
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .294
Storage.................................511
Storage Bin..............................197
Storage, Vehicle...........................307
Stuck, Freeing............................457
Sun Roof...............................188
Sun Visor Extension........................111
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag..........61
Synthetic Engine Oil.......................475
System, Remote Starting.....................26
Tachometer..............................217
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)..........301
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant............219
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo....................202
Tilt Steering Column.......................171
Tire and Loading Information Placard...........375
Tire Markings............................369
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..102
Aging (Life of Tires).....................389
Air Pressure...........................380
Chains...............................391
Changing.............................432
Compact Spare.........................386
General Information.....................380
High Speed...........................382
Inflation Pressures.......................38110
INDEX 553