remote start JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2015 WK2 / 4.G SRT Owner's Guide

CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
•Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL
into any forward gear when the engine is above
idle speed.
•Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to
a complete stop.
•Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle
has come to a complete stop and the engine is at
idle speed.
•Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
is firmly on the brake pedal.
Keyless Enter-N-Go™
This feature allows the driver to oper-
ate the ignition switch with the push
of a button, as long as the Remote
Start/Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Key Fob
is in the passenger compartment.
Normal Starting
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 takes over and attempts to start the
vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will
disengage automatically after 10 seconds.
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NOTE:When using a portable battery booster pack
follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and
precautions.
Preparations For Jump-Start
The battery in your vehicle is located under the passen-
ger’s front seat. There are remote locations located under
the hood to assist in jump-starting.
Remote Battery Posts
1 — Remote Positive(+)Post (covered with protective cap)
2 — Remote Negative(-)Post
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WARNING!
•Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when-
ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the
ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by
moving fan blades.
•Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch
bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent
electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
•Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
NOTE:Be sure that the disconnected ends of the cables
do not touch while still connected to the other vehicle.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission
into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK.2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri-
cal accessories.
3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive
(+)battery post. Pull upward on the cover to remove
it.
4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park
the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
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Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could
result in personal injury or property damage due to
battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.
NOTE:Make sure at all times that unused ends of
jumper cables are not contacting each other or either
vehicle while making connections.Connecting The Jumper Cables
1. Connect the positive(+)end of the jumper cable to the
remote positive(+)post of the discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive(+)jumper
cable to the positive(+)post of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end(-)of the jumper cable to the
negative(-)post of the booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative(-)jumper
cable to the remote negative(-)post of the vehicle with
the discharged battery.
WARNING!
Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-)
post of the discharged battery. The resulting electri-
cal spark could cause the battery to explode and
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WARNING!(Continued)
could result in personal injury. Only use the specific
ground point, do not use any other exposed metal
parts.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then
start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged
battery.
6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables
in the reverse sequence:
Disconnecting The Jumper Cables
1. Disconnect the negative(-)end of the jumper cable
from the remote negative(-)post of the discharged
vehicle.
2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative(-)jumper
cable from the negative(-)post of the booster battery.3. Disconnect the positive(+)end of the jumper cable
from the positive(+)post of the booster battery.
4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive(+)jumper
cable from the remote positive(+)post of the dis-
charged vehicle.
5. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote positive
(+)post of the discharged vehicle.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle
you should have the battery and charging system tested
at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets
draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not
in use (i.e., cellular devices, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough without engine operation,
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Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................560
Door Locks..............................31
Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors......34
Door Locks............................34
Door Locks, Automatic......................34
Door Opener, Garage.......................242
Driver Information Display
DID.................................299
Instrument Cluster Display................299
Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water................................420
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™)......341
Economy (Fuel) Mode......................405
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)........259
Electric Rear Window Defrost.................277
Electric Remote Mirrors.....................129Electronic Brake Control System...............426
Brake Assist System.....................427
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)..............428
Electronic Speed Control
(Cruise Control)..................183, 184, 187
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............429
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)......286
Emergency, In Case Of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck................519
Hazard Warning Flasher..................500
Jump Starting..........................514
Emission Control System Maintenance..........528
Engine.................................527
Air Cleaner...........................535
Checking Oil Level......................532
Compartment..........................527
Coolant (Antifreeze)..................556, 592
Cooling..............................556
Exhaust Gas Caution.................108, 474
618 INDEX

Pregnant Women And Seat Belts...............59
Preparation For Jacking.....................505
Pretensioners
Seat Belts..............................60
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) . .22
Radial Ply Tires..........................451
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)...........560
Radio Operation..........................364
Radio Remote Controls.....................362
Radio (Sound Systems).....................340
Rain Sensitive Wiper System.................179
Rear Axle (Differential).....................564
Rear Camera............................237
Rear Cross Path..........................138
Rear Cupholder..........................265
Rear ParkSense System..................218, 227
Rear Seat, Folding.........................156
Rear Window Features.....................276Rear Wiper/Washer........................276
Reclining Front Seats.......................146
Recorder, Event Data.......................81
Recreational Towing.......................497
Reformulated Gasoline.....................471
Refrigerant..............................542
Reminder, Seat Belt.........................51
Remote Control
Starting System.......................24, 28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)..................22
Arm The Alarm.........................20
FCC General Information..................27
Panic Alarm............................25
Programming Additional Key Fobs.........19, 26
Programming Additional Transmitters.......19, 26
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls.........362
Remote Starting System...................24, 28
Replacement Bulbs........................583
Replacement Keys.........................18
626 INDEX

Cancel...............................185
Resume..............................185
Set..................................184
Speed Control (Cruise Control).........183, 184, 187
Speedometer.............................286
Starting...........................24, 28, 399
Automatic Transmission..................399
Cold Weather..........................402
Engine Fails To Start.....................402
Remote.............................24, 28
Starting And Operating.....................399
Starting Procedures........................399
Steering
Power...............................422
Tilt Column...........................180
Wheel, Heated.........................182
Wheel, Tilt............................180
Steering Wheel Audio Controls...............362
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .362Storage.............................267, 583
Storage, Vehicle.......................376, 583
Storing Your Vehicle.......................583
Sunglasses Storage........................242
Sun Roof............................251, 254
Sun Visor Extension.......................132
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag.........67
Sway Control, Trailer.......................435
Synthetic Engine Oil.......................534
System, Remote Starting...................24, 28
Tachometer..............................286
Telescoping Steering Column.................180
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)..........374
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant............286
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo....................274
Tilt Steering Column.......................180
Tire And Loading Information Placard......
.443, 444
Tire Markings............................436
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