remote start JEEP PATRIOT 2013 1.G User Guide

2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching thenew battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause
battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it
with rubbing alcohol.
3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves together.
NOTE: If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw,
reinstall and tighten the screw until snug.
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. 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 pressed)
• Ignition key removed from ignition switch
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•Battery at an acceptable charge level
• RKE PANIC button not pressed
• 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.
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.
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To Enter Remote Start
Press 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. •
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 pressed
• The transmission is moved out of PARK
• The brake pedal is pressed
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To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle
Press 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 press 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, press 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.
DOOR LOCKS
Manual Door Locks
Use the manual door lock knob to lock the doors from
inside the vehicle. If the lock knob is down when the door
is closed, the door will lock. Make sure the keys are not
inside the vehicle before closing the door.
Manual Door Lock Knob
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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 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.
Opening The Liftgate
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•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
• Low Tire
• Low Tire Pressure Display for Premium TPM System
• Service TPM System
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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.
Audio Language — If Equipped
Selecting this item allows you to choose a default audio
language (effective only if the language is supported by
the disc). You can select a language not listed by scrolling
down and selecting other.Enter the country code using
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Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of
outer rotary dials and inner push knobs.
Blower Control
Rotate this control to regulate the
amount of air forced through the ven-
tilation system in any mode. The
blower speed increases as you move
the control to the right from the “O”
(OFF) position. There are seven blower
speeds.
NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the
climate controls will not function during Remote Start
operation if the blower control is left in the “O” (Off)
position.
Manual Temperature Control
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Refrigerant............................. .451
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................59
Remote Control Door Locks ............................20
Security Alarm .........................18
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) .................20
Remote Starting System ......................26
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .478
Replacement Keys .........................16
Replacement Parts ........................ .443
Replacement Tires ........................ .377
Reporting Safety Defects ....................499
Restraint, Head .......................... .155
Restraints, Child ...........................75
Restraints, Occupant ........................39
Retractable Cargo Area Cover ................198
Roll Over Warning ..........................4
Roof Type Carrier ........................ .205
Rotation, Tires .......................... .379Safety Checks Inside Vehicle
..................98
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................100
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................499
Safety, Exhaust Gas .........................97
Safety Information, Tire .....................357
Safety Tips ...............................96
Satellite Radio Antenna .....................256
Schedule, Maintenance .....................486
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .473
Seat Belt Reminder .........................59
Seat Belts ................................39
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ..................48
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........48
And Pregnant Women ....................61
Child Restraint .........................75
Extender ..............................60
Front Seat .............................43
Inspection .............................98
Pretensioners ..........................55
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Rear Seat.............................43
Untwisting Procedure ....................52
Seats ................................. .147
Adjustment .......................... .147
Heated ............................. .149
Lumbar Support ...................... .152
Rear Folding ......................... .158
Rear Folding (Sedan) ....................158
Seatback Release ...................... .153
Tilting .............................. .153
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..................18
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................15
Sentry Key Programming ....................17
Sentry Key Replacement .....................16
Service Assistance ........................ .495
Service Contract ......................... .497
Service Manuals ......................... .500
Settings, Personal ........................ .233
Setting the Clock ......................... .241Shift Lever Override
...................... .433
Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission .............318
Shoulder Belts ............................43
Side Airbag ..............................70
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) ............307
Signals, Turn ........................... .100
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................378
Snow Tires ............................. .372
Spare Tire .............................. .373
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................172
Speedometer ............................ .213
Starting ............................... .313
Automatic Transmission ..................314
Cold Weather ........................ .315
Engine Fails to Start .....................315
Manual Transmission ....................313
Remote ...............................26
Starting Procedures ....................... .313
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