key fob JEEP GLADIATOR 2023 User Guide

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The parking lights will turn on and remain on
during Remote Start mode.
For security, power window operation is
disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start
mode.
The ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN posi -
tion before the Remote Start sequence can be
repeated for a third cycle.
All of the following conditions must be met before
the engine will remote start:
Gear selector in PARK
Doors closed
Hood closed
Hazard switch off
Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)
Battery at an acceptable charge level
Panic button not pushed
Fuel meets minimum requirement
System not disabled from previous Remote
Start event
Vehicle Security system not active
All removable doors must not be removed
Malfunction Indicator/Check Engine telltale is
not illuminated
Water In Fuel telltale is not illuminated
Wait To Start telltale is not illuminated
For additional Remote Start information, see
Ú page 21.
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The Vehicle Security system monitors the vehicle
doors for unauthorized entry and the ignition
switch for unauthorized operation. When the
system is activated, the interior switches for door
locks are disabled. The Vehicle Security system
provides both audible and visible signals. If
something triggers the alarm, the Vehicle Security
system will provide the following audible and
visible signals: the horn will pulse, the parking
lights and/or turn signals will flash, and the Vehicle
Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash.
TO ARM THE SYSTEM
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security
system:

1. Make sure the vehicle’s ignition is placed in
the OFF position.

2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle:
Push the lock button on the interior power
door lock switch with the driver and/or
passenger door open.
Push the lock button on the exterior Passive
Entry door handle with a valid key fob avail -
able in the same exterior zone Ú page 25.
Push the lock button on the key fob.
3. If any doors are open, close them.
NOTE:The Vehicle Security system will not arm if you lock
the doors using the manual door lock.
TO DISARM THE SYSTEM
The Vehicle Security system can be disarmed using
any of the following methods:
Push the unlock button on the key fob.
Grab the Passive Entry door handle (if equipped)
Ú page 25.
Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF
position.
NOTE:
The driver's door key cylinder cannot arm or
disarm the Vehicle Security system.
When the Vehicle Security system is armed, the
interior power door lock switches will not unlock
the doors.
The Vehicle Security system is designed to protect
your vehicle. However, you can create conditions
where the system will give you a false alarm. If one
of the previously described arming sequences has
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occurred, the Vehicle Security system will arm
regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not.
If you remain in the vehicle and open a door, the
alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm the Vehicle
Security system.
If the Vehicle Security system is armed and the
battery becomes disconnected, the Vehicle
Security system will remain armed when the
battery is reconnected; the exterior lights will flash,
and the horn will sound. If this occurs, disarm the
Vehicle Security system.
REARMING OF THE SYSTEM
If something triggers the alarm and no action is
taken to disarm it, the Vehicle Security system will
turn the horn off after a 29 second cycle (with five
seconds between cycles and up to eight cycles if
the trigger remains active) and then rearm itself.
DOORS
MANUAL DOOR LOCKS
All doors are equipped with an interior rocker-type
door lock lever. To lock a door when leaving your
vehicle, push the rocker lever forward to the lock
position and close the door. To unlock the door,
push the rocker lever rearward.

Manual Door Lock

NOTE:The mechanical flip key can be used to lock or
unlock the door cylinders, tailgate, glove
compartment, and storage compartments (if
equipped).CAUTION!
Careless handling and storage of the removable
door panels may damage the seals, causing
water to leak into the vehicle’s interior.
WARNING!
For personal security reasons and safety in a
collision, lock the vehicle doors when you
drive, as well as when you park and exit the
vehicle.
When exiting the vehicle, always place the
ignition in the OFF position and remove the
key from the vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle equipment may cause severe personal
injuries and death.
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.
Children 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. A child
could operate power windows, other controls,
or move the vehicle.

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POWER DOOR LOCKS — IF EQUIPPED
The power door lock switch is located on each front
door panel. Push the switch forward to unlock the
doors, and rearward to lock the doors.
Power Door Lock Switch

KEYLESS ENTER ‘N GO™ — PASSIVE
E
NTRY (IF EQUIPPED)
The Passive Entry system is a feature that allows
you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s door(s) and
tailgate without having to push the key fob lock or
unlock buttons.
NOTE:
Passive Entry may be programmed on/off
through Uconnect Settings Ú page 215.
The key fob may not be detected by the vehicle
Passive Entry system if it is located next to a
mobile phone, laptop, or other electronic device;
these devices may interfere with the key fob’s wireless signal and prevent the Passive Entry
system from locking/unlocking the vehicle.
Passive Entry Unlock initiates Headlight Illumi
-
nation On Approach (low beams, license plate
lamp, parking lights) for whichever duration is
set within the Uconnect Settings between 0, 30,
60 or 90 seconds. Passive Entry Unlock also
initiates two flashes of the turn signal lights.
If wearing gloves, if it has been raining/snowing,
or there is salt/dirt covering the Passive Entry
door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be
affected, resulting in a slower response time.
The doors may unlock when water is sprayed on
the Passive Entry door handles if the key fob is
located outside of the vehicle within 5 ft (1.5 m)
of the handle.
If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entry and
no door is opened within 60 seconds, the
vehicle will relock and, if equipped, will arm the
Vehicle Security system.
To Unlock From The Driver Or Passenger Side
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft
(1.5 m) of the door handle, grab the handle to
unlock the vehicle. Grabbing the driver’s door
handle will unlock the driver door automatically.
Grabbing the passenger door handle will unlock all
doors and the tailgate automatically.WARNING!
For personal security reasons and safety in a
collision, lock the vehicle doors when you
drive, as well as when you park and exit the
vehicle.
When exiting the vehicle, always place the
ignition in the OFF position and remove the
key from the vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle equipment may cause severe personal
injuries and death.
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.
Children 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. A child
could operate power windows, other controls,
or move the vehicle.
WARNING!
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Grab The Door Handle To Unlock

NOTE:
Either the driver door only or all doors will unlock
when you grab hold of the front driver’s door
handle, depending on the selected setting in the
Uconnect system Ú page 215.
All doors will unlock when the front passenger
door handle is grabbed regardless of the
driver’s door unlock preference setting.
Frequency Operated Button Integrated Key
(FOBIK-Safe)
To minimize the possibility of unintentionally
locking a Passive Entry key fob inside your vehicle,
the Passive Entry system is equipped with an
automatic door unlock feature which will function
only if the ignition switch is in the OFF position. FOBIK-Safe only executes in vehicles with Passive
Entry. There are three situations that trigger a
FOBIK-Safe search in any Passive Entry vehicle:
A lock request is made by a valid Passive Entry
key fob while a door is open.
A lock request is made by the Passive Entry door
handle while a door is open.
A lock request is made by the door panel switch
while the door is open.
When any of these situations occur, after all open
doors are closed, the FOBIK-Safe search will be
executed. If it detects a Passive Entry key fob
inside the vehicle, the vehicle will unlock and alert
the customer. If Passive Entry is disabled using the
Uconnect system, the key fob protection described
in this section remains active/functional.
NOTE:The vehicle will only unlock the doors during a
FOBIK-Safe operation when a valid Passive Entry
key fob is detected inside the vehicle. The vehicle
will not unlock the doors when any of the following
conditions are true:
A second valid Passive Entry key fob is detected
outside of the vehicle (within 5 ft (1.5 m) of a
Passive Entry door handle).
The doors are manually locked using the door
lock knobs.
Three attempts are made to lock the doors
using the door panel switch, and then the doors
are closed.
To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors
With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key fobs
within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front
door handles, pushing the Passive Entry lock
button will lock the vehicle doors.

Push The Door Handle Button To Lock

NOTE:When pushing the door handle lock button, DO
NOT grab the door handle. This could unlock the
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DO NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking

NOTE:
After pushing the door handle button, the driver
must wait three seconds before locking or
unlocking the doors, using any Passive Entry
door handle. This is done to allow the driver to
check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door
handle without the vehicle unlocking.
If Passive Entry is disabled using the Uconnect
system, the key fob protection described in
“Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive
Entry Key Fob In Vehicle” remains active/func -
tional.
The Passive Entry system will not operate if the
key fob battery is depleted Ú page 432.
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS —
I
F EQUIPPED
The Automatic Door Lock feature default condition
is enabled. When enabled, the door locks will lock
automatically when the vehicle's speed exceeds
15 mph (24 km/h). The Automatic Door Lock
feature can be enabled or disabled by an
authorized dealer per written request of the
customer. Please see an authorized dealer for
service.
CHILD-PROTECTION DOOR LOCK
S
YSTEM — REAR DOORS
To provide a safer environment for small children
riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are
equipped with a Child-Protection Door Lock
system.
To use the system, open each rear door,
temporarily remove the sealing plug for access,
and use a flat blade screwdriver (or mechanical
key) to rotate the dial to the lock or unlock position.
Child-Protection Door Lock Location

NOTE:
When the Child-Protection Door Lock system is
engaged, the door can be opened only by using
the outside door handle, even though the inside
door lock is in the unlocked position.
After disengaging the Child-Protection Door
Lock system, always test the door from the
inside to make certain it is in the unlocked posi
-
tion.
After engaging the Child-Protection Door Lock
system, always test the door from the inside to
make certain it is in the locked position.
For emergency exit with the system engaged,
move the lock lever rearward (located on the
door trim panel), lower the window and open the
door with the outside door handle.
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Front Fog Light Switch (Vehicles Sold In Canada)

TURN SIGNALS
Move the multifunction lever up or down to
activate the turn signals. The arrows on each side
of the instrument cluster flash to show proper
operation.
NOTE:If either light remains on and does not flash, or
there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective
outside light bulb.
LANE CHANGE ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED
Lightly push the multifunction lever up or down,
without moving beyond the detent, and the turn
signal will flash three times then automatically turn
off.
BED LIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED
The bed lights will illuminate the bed and cargo
area. Bed lights are turned on by pushing the bed
light switch located on the lower half of the
headlight switch.
Bed Light Switch
Bed Light Switch (Vehicles Sold In Canada)
A telltale will illuminate in the instrument cluster
display when these lights are on. Pushing the
switch a second time will turn the lights off.
The bed lights will turn on for approximately 60
seconds when a key fob unlock button is pushed,
as part of the Illuminated Entry feature.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
INTERIOR COURTESY LIGHTS
The Interior Courtesy Lights will turn on when the
front doors are opened, by rotating the instrument
panel dimmer control (dial on the right) on the
headlight switch fully upward while the doors are
closed, or if equipped, when the unlock button is
pushed on the key fob.
The Interior Courtesy Lights are located in the
center of the vehicle’s sport bar, and consist of one
large center light and four smaller reading lights.
Each reading light can be turned on by pushing the
lens. Pushing the lens a second time will turn the
light off.
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NOTE:Please refer to the information on the bottom of
the Jeep® wireless speaker for electrical and
safety information before installing or operating
the Jeep® wireless speaker. Directive 2014/53/EU Article 10 Obligations of
Manufacturers
2. Manufacturers shall ensure that radio
equipment shall be so constructed that it can be
operated in at least one Member State without
infringing applicable requirements on the use of
radio spectrum.
10. In cases of restrictions on putting in to service
or of requirements for authorization of use,
information available on the packaging shall allow
the identification of the Member States or the
geographical area within a Member State where
restrictions on putting into service or requirements
for authorization of use exist. The Commission may
adopt implementing acts specifying how to present
that information. Those implementing acts shall be
adopted in accordance with the advisory
procedure referred to in Article 45 (2).
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG,
Inc. and any use of such marks by FCA US LLC is
under license. Other trademarks and trade names
are those of their respective owners.
POWER OUTLETS
There is a 12 Volt (13 A) auxiliary power outlet that
can provide power for accessories designed for
use with the standard power outlet adapters.
The front power outlet is located in the center of
the instrument panel below the climate controls,
and is powered from the ignition switch. Power is
available when the ignition switch is in the ACC or
ON/RUN position.

Front Power Outlet

WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle
could seriously affect its roadworthiness and
safety and may lead to a collision resulting in
serious injury or death.
WARNING!
There is danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same
or equivalent type. If the battery or battery pack
is exposed to excessive heat or fire, personal
injury may occur.
CAUTION!
Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle
and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle
unattended to prevent theft and/or damage.
Always remember to cycle the ignition to OFF
to prevent battery drainage.
WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
Do not insert any objects into the receptacles.
Do not touch with wet hands.
Close the lid when not in use.
If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an
electric shock and failure.
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POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED
The power windows feature allows for movement
of the windows with the push of a button. The
power window switches are located on the
instrument panel below the climate controls. Push
the switch downward to open the window and pull
upward to close the window.
The top left switch controls the left front window
and the top right switch controls the right front
window. The bottom left switch controls the left
rear window and the bottom right switch controls
the right rear window.
Power Window Switches

NOTE:
The power window switches will remain active
for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is placed
in the OFF position. Opening either front door
will cancel this feature.
There are window switches located on the rear
of the center console for the rear passenger
windows.
AUTO-DOWN FEATURE
The driver door power window switch and the front
passenger door power window switch have an
Auto-Down feature. Push the window switch down,
past the detent, and release and the window will go
down automatically.To open the window part way, push the window
switch down briefly, without going past the detent,
and release it when you want the window to stop.
To stop the window from going all the way down
during the Auto-Down operation, pull up on the
switch briefly.
MANUAL SLIDING REAR WINDOW —
I
F EQUIPPED
To open the rear sliding window, push the release
button inward while sliding the window into the
open position.

Release Button Location

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. Occupants,
particularly unattended children, can become
entrapped by the windows while operating the
power window switches. Such entrapment may
result in serious injury or death.
WARNING!
There is no anti-pinch protection when the
window is almost closed. Be sure to clear all
objects from the window before closing.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE — GASOLINE
ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED)
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat,
adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten
your seat belts.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED
Apply the parking brake, place the gear selector in
NEUTRAL, and press the clutch pedal before
starting the vehicle. This vehicle is equipped with a
clutch interlocking ignition system. It will not start
unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor.
Four-Wheel Drive Models Only
In 4L mode, if the vehicle is stalled, the engine will
start regardless of whether or not the clutch pedal
is pressed to the floor. This feature enhances
off-road performance by allowing the vehicle to
start when in 4L without having to press the clutch
pedal. The 4WD LOW Indicator Light will illuminate
when the transfer case has been shifted into this
mode.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION —
I
F EQUIPPED
Start the vehicle with the gear selector in the PARK
position (vehicle can also be started in NEUTRAL).
Apply the brake before shifting to any driving
range.
NORMAL STARTING
To Turn On The Engine Using The ENGINE START/
STOP Button

1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL.

2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing
the ENGINE START/STOP button once.
3. The system starts the vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will disengage
automatically after 10 seconds.
4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, push the ENGINE
START/STOP button again.
To Turn Off The Engine Using The ENGINE START/
STOP Button

1. Place the gear selector in PARK, then push and release the ENGINE START/STOP button.
The ignition will return to the OFF position.

2. If the gear selector is not in PARK (with vehicle stopped) and the ENGINE START/STOP button
is pushed once, the transmission will automat -
ically select PARK and the engine will turn off,
WARNING!
When exiting the vehicle, always remove the
key fob from the ignition and lock your 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.
Children 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. A child
could operate power windows, other controls,
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.

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2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing
the ENGINE START/STOP button once.
3. If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds, place the ignition in the OFF position, wait
10 to 15 seconds to allow the starter to cool,
then repeat the “Extended Park Starting”
procedure.
4. If the engine fails to start after eight attempts, allow the starter to cool for at least
10 minutes, then repeat the procedure.
IF ENGINE FAILS TO START
If the engine fails to start after you have followed
the “Normal Starting” procedure and the vehicle
has not experienced an extended park condition
as defined previously, it may be flooded. Push the
accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold
it there. Crank the engine for no more than 10
seconds. This should clear any excess fuel in case
the engine is flooded. Leave the ignition key in the
ON/ RUN position, release the accelerator pedal
and repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
AFTER STARTING
The idle speed is controlled automatically and will
decrease as the engine warms up.
STARTING THE ENGINE — DIESEL ENGINE
(IF EQUIPPED)
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat
belts.
The starter is allowed to crank for up to 25-second
intervals. Waiting two minutes between such
intervals will protect the starter from overheating.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank
continuously for more than 10 seconds at a
time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.
WARNING!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into
the throttle body air inlet opening in an
attempt to start the vehicle. This could result
in flash fire causing serious personal injury.
Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to
get it started. Vehicles equipped with an auto -
matic transmission cannot be started this
way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic
converter and once the engine has started,
ignite and damage the converter and vehicle.
If the vehicle has a discharged battery,
booster cables may be used to obtain a start
from a booster battery or the battery in
another vehicle. This type of start can be
dangerous if done improperly Ú page 343.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not
continuously crank the engine for more than
10 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds
before trying again.
WARNING!
Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a
complete stop, then shift the automatic trans -
mission into PARK and apply the parking
brake.
Always make sure the keyless ignition node is
in the OFF position, key fob is removed from
the vehicle and vehicle is locked.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving chil -
dren in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for
a number of reasons. A child or others could
be seriously or fatally injured. Children should
be warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.
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