Jeep Compass 2024 Owner's manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION........................................................................... 7 1

2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ................................................. 14 2

3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ................................... 61 3

4 STARTING AND OPERATING .......................................................... 83 4

5 MULTIMEDIA ........................................................................... 133 5

6 SAFETY .................................................................................. 151 6

7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY............................................................. 192 7

8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE .................................................... 210 8

9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................ 251 9

10 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE............................................................. 256 10

11 INDEX .................................................................................... 261 11

INTRODUCTION

SYMBOLS KEY .......................8

ROLLOVER WARNING ..................8

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .......9

SYMBOL GLOSSARY ...................9

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR

VEHICLE

KEYS ...........................14

KeyFobs ...................... 14

SENTRY KEY .......................16

IGNITION SWITCH .................... 16

Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition ........... 16

REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED ............17

How To Use Remote Start ............. 17

To Exit Remote Start Mode ............ 18

Remote Start Front Defrost Activation —

If Equipped ..................... 18

Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped . 18

Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer

Activation — If Equipped .............. 19

Remote Start Abort Message — If Equipped . . . 19

VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM ..............19

To Arm The System ................ 19

To Disarm The System ............... 20

Rearming Of The System ............. 20

Security System Manual Override ........ 20

DOORS ..........................20

Manual Door Locks ................. 20

Power Door Locks ................. 21

Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry ...... 21

Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped ....... 23

Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit ......... 23

Child-Protection Door Lock System —

Rear Doors ..................... 23

STEERING WHEEL .................... 24

Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ........ 24

Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped ...... 24

DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED .... 24

Programming The Memory Feature ........ 25

Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless

Entry Key Fob To Memory ............. 25

Memory Position Recall .............. 25

SEATS ..........................25

Manual Adjustment (Front Seats) —

If Equipped ..................... 26

Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats) ......... 27

Power Adjustment (Front Seats) — If Equipped . 27

Heated Seats — If Equipped ........... 29

Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped ....... 29

Head Restraints .................. 30

UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS —

IF EQUIPPED .......................31

Introducing Voice Recognition ........... 31

Basic Voice Commands .............. 31

Get Started ..................... 31

Additional Information ............... 31

MIRRORS ........................32

InsideRearviewMirror ............... 32

Illuminated Vanity Mirrors ............. 32

Outside Mirrors ................... 33

Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal — If Equipped . 33

Power Adjustment Mirrors ............. 33

FoldingMirrors ................... 33

Heated Mirrors — If Equipped .......... 33

Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) —

If Equipped ....................... 34

Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® . . 34

Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels ...... 34

Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling Code Or

Non-Rolling Code Device .............. 34

Programming HomeLink® To A Garage Door

Opener ........................ 34

Programming HomeLink® To A Miscellaneous

D

evice ........................ 35

Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button . . 35

Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ..... 36

Security ....................... 36

Troubleshooting Tips ................ 36

EXTERIOR LIGHTS .................... 37

Multifunction Lever ................ 37

Headlight Switch .................. 37

Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — If Equipped . 37

High/Low Beam Switch .............. 38

Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control —

If Equipped ..................... 38

Flash-To-Pass .................... 38

Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ....... 38

Headlight Time Delay ............... 38

Lights-On Reminder ................ 38

Fog Lights — If Equipped ............. 38

Turn Signals .................... 39

Lane Change Assist ................ 39

Battery Saver Feature ............... 39

INTERIOR LIGHTS .................... 39

Interior Courtesy Lights .............. 39

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ........ 40

Windshield Wiper Operation ............ 40

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Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ....... 41

Rear Window Wiper/Washer ........... 42

Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped ..... 42

CLIMATE CONTROLS .................. 42

Automatic Climate Control Descriptions And

Functions ...................... 42

Manual Climate Control Descriptions And

Functions ...................... 45

Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...... 47

Climate Voice Commands ............. 47

Operating Tips ................... 47

INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ........48

Storage ....................... 48

USB Control ..................... 49

Power Outlets — If Equipped ........... 49

Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped ...... 50

WINDOWS ........................52

Power Window Controls .............. 52

Automatic Window Features ........... 52

ResetAuto-Up .................... 52

Window Lockout Switch .............. 52

WindBuffeting ................... 53

POWER SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE —

IF EQUIPPED ....................... 53

Opening And Closing The Sunroof ........ 53

Venting Sunroof ................... 54

Opening And Closing The Power

Sunshade ...................... 54

Pinch Protect Feature ............... 54

Sunroof Maintenance ............... 54

HOOD ...........................54

Opening The Hood ................. 54

Closing The Hood .................. 55

LIFTGATE ......................... 55

Unlock/Open The Liftgate ............. 55

Lock/Close The Liftgate .............. 55

Power Liftgate — If Equipped ........... 56

Hands-Free Liftgate — If Equipped ........ 57

Cargo Area Features ................ 58

ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED ........ 59

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR

INSTRUMENT PANEL

BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...... 61

Base / Midline Instrument Cluster

Descriptions .................... 63

PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .......... 64

Premium Instrument Cluster

Descriptions .................... 65

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ........... 65

Instrument Cluster Display Location And

Controls ....................... 65

Oil Change Reset .................. 67

Display And Messages — If Equipped ...... 68

Instrument Cluster Display

MenuItems ..................... 69

Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode

Message — Electrical Load Reduction

Actions — If Equipped ............... 73

WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ..........74

Red Warning Lights ................. 74

Yellow Warning Lights ............... 76

Yellow Indicator Lights ............... 79

Green Indicator Lights ............... 79

White Indicator Lights ............... 80

Blue Indicator Lights ................ 81

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ......81

Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)

Cybersecurity .................... 81

EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

PROGRAMS .......................82

STARTING AND OPERATING

STARTING THE ENGINE .................83

Normal Starting ................... 83

Cold Weather Operation

(Below –22°F Or −30°C) ............. 83

Extended Park Starting .............. 84

After Starting — Warming Up The Engine .... 84

If Engine Fails To Start .............. 84

Stopping The Engine ................ 84

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ....... 84

PARK BRAKE ...................... 85

Electric Park Brake (EPB) ............. 85

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION .............. 87

Ignition Park Interlock ............... 88

Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)

System ....................... 88

8-Speed Automatic Transmission ......... 88

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED . . 92

Jeep® Active Drive ................. 92

SELEC-TERRAIN — IF EQUIPPED ............93

Mode Selection Guide ............... 93

POWER STEERING.................... 93

STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ........94

AutostopMode ................... 94

Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not

Autostop ....................... 94

To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode . . 94

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To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start System . . 95

To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start System . . 95

System Malfunction ................ 95

CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED ....95

Cruise Control .................... 95

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ........... 97

TRAFFIC SIGN ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . 103

Activation/Deactivation ............. 103

Traffic Sign Assist Modes ............ 103

Indications On The Display ............ 104

HIGHWAY ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ..... 105

Operation ..................... 105

Turning Highway Assist On Or Off ........ 105

Indications On The Display ............ 106

System Status ................... 107

System Operation/Limitations .......... 107

PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST

SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ............... 108

ParkSense Sensors ................ 108

ParkSense Warning Display ........... 108

ParkSense Display ................ 108

Enabling And Disabling ParkSense ....... 111

Service The ParkSense Park Assist System . . 111

Cleaning The ParkSense System ........ 111

ParkSense System Usage Precautions ..... 111

Side Distance Warning (SDW) System ..... 112

PARKSENSE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM —

IF EQUIPPED ...................... 113

Enabling And Disabling The ParkSense

Active Park Assist System ............ 114

Parallel/Perpendicular Parking Space

Assistance Operation ............... 114

Exiting The Parking Space ............ 116

ACTIVE LANE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM —

IF EQUIPPED ...................... 118

Active Lane Management Operation ...... 118

Turning Active Lane Management On Or Off . . 118

Active Lane Management Warning Message . 118

Changing Active Lane Management Status . . 120

PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ........ 120

SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM —

IF EQUIPPED ......................121

Zoom View ..................... 123

REFUELING THE VEHICLE ...............123

VEHICLE LOADING ................... 124

Certification Label ................ 124

TRAILER TOWING ...................125

CommonTowingDefinitions ........... 125

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer

Weight Ratings) .................. 126

Trailer And Tongue Weight ............ 127

Towing Requirements .............. 127

TowingTips .................... 129

RECREATIONAL TOWING

(BEHIND MOTORHOME) ...............129

Towing This Vehicle Behind Another

Vehicle ....................... 129

Recreational Towing — Front-Wheel Drive

(FWD) Models ................... 130

Recreational Towing — 4X4 Models ....... 130

DRIVING TIPS...................... 130

On-RoadDrivingTips ............... 130

Off-RoadDrivingTips ............... 130

MULTIMEDIA

UCONNECT SYSTEMS ................. 133

CYBERSECURITY ...................133

UCONNECT SETTINGS .................133

Customer Programmable Features ....... 134

STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS —

IF EQUIPPED ...................... 150

Radio Operation .................. 150

MediaMode .................... 150

RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES .....150

Regulatory And Safety Information ....... 150

SAFETY

SAFETY FEATURES ...................151

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 151

Rear Seat Reminder Alert (RSRA) ....... 151

Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System .... 152

AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ............ 157

Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If Equipped . . 157

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With

Mitigation — If Equipped ............. 160

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . 162

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .......... 165

Occupant Restraint Systems

Features ...................... 165

Important Safety Precautions .......... 165

Seat Belt Systems ................ 165

Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) ..... 171

Child Restraints .................. 181

SAFETY TIPS ...................... 189

Transporting Passengers ............. 189

Transporting Pets ................ 189

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside

TheVehicle .................... 189

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Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make

Outside The Vehicle ............... 190

Exhaust Gas .................... 191

Carbon Monoxide Warnings ........... 191

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ........... 192

SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED ............ 192

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING — IF EQUIPPED . . 194

Preparations For

Jacking ...................... 195

Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage ....... 195

Jacking Instructions ............... 196

TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED .......... 199

JUMP STARTING .................... 203

Preparations For Jump Start ........... 203

Jump Starting Procedure ............. 204

REFUELING IN EMERGENCY .............204

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ............ 205

GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE ............. 206

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ............. 206

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ........... 207

Without The Key Fob ............... 208

Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models —

WithKeyFob ................... 208

4x4 Models .................... 208

Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped ...... 208

ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE

SYSTEM (EARS) .................... 209

EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ........... 209

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULED SERVICING ...............210

Maintenance Plan ................. 210

ENGINE COMPARTMENT ............... 212

2.0L Engine .................... 212

Checking Oil Level ................ 213

Adding Washer Fluid ............... 213

Maintenance-Free Battery ............ 213

Pressure Washing ................. 213

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ...............214

Engine Oil ..................... 214

Engine Oil Filter .................. 214

Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............. 214

Air Conditioner Maintenance .......... 215

Body Lubrication ................. 216

Wiper Blades ................... 216

Exhaust System ................. 219

Cooling System .................. 219

Brake System ................... 222

Automatic Transmission ............. 222

Fuses ....................... 223

Bulb Replacement ................ 231

TIRES ..........................236

TireSafetyInformation ............. 236

Tires — General Information ........... 242

Tire Types ..................... 244

Spare Tires — If Equipped ............ 245

Tire Rotation Recommendations ........ 246

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM

TIRE QUALITY GRADES ................ 246

Treadwear ..................... 247

Traction Grades .................. 247

Temperature Grades ............... 247

STORING THE VEHICLE ................ 247

BODYWORK....................... 248

Protection From Atmospheric Agents ...... 248

Body And Underbody Maintenance ....... 248

Preserving The Bodywork ............ 249

INTERIORS .......................249

Seats And Fabric Parts .............. 249

Plastic And Coated Parts ............. 250

Leather Surfaces ................. 250

Glass Surfaces .................. 250

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ......251

BRAKE SYSTEM .................... 251

WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .... 251

Torque Specifications ............... 251

FUEL REQUIREMENTS ................. 252

2.0L Engine .................... 252

Reformulated Gasoline ............. 252

Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends .......... 252

E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ..... 252

CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications .... 253

Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese

Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline .......... 253

Materials Added To Fuel ............. 253

Fuel System Cautions .............. 253

FLUID CAPACITIES ...................254

ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ......... 254

CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ........ 255

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CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR

YOUR VEHICLE .....................256

Prepare For The Appointment .......... 256

Prepare A List ................... 256

Be Reasonable With Requests ......... 256

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE .............. 256

Roadside Assistance ............... 256

FCA US LLC Customer Center .......... 257

FCA Canada Inc. Customer Care ........ 257

Mexico ....................... 257

Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands ........ 257

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or

Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) ........... 257

Service Contract ................. 257

WARRANTY INFORMATION .............. 258

MOPAR®PARTS ................... 258

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ............258

In The 50 United States And

Washington, D.C. ................. 258

In Canada ..................... 259

PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ............ 259

Change Of Ownership Or Address ..........259

General Information .................. 259

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INTRODUCTION

Dear Customer,

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Jeep® vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality.

This Owner's Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is

supplemented by customer-oriented documents. Within this information, you will find a description of the services that FCA US LLC offers to its customers as well as the details of

the terms and conditions for maintaining its validity. Please take the time to read these publications carefully. Following the instructions and recommendations in this manual will

help ensure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

This Owner’s Manual describes all versions of this vehicle. Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or versions are not expressly indicated in the text. Therefore, you

should only consider the information that is related to the trim level, engine, and version that you have purchased. Any content introduced throughout the Owner’s Information,

which may or may not be applicable to your vehicle, will be identified with the wording “If Equipped”. All data contained in this publication are intended to help you use your

vehicle in the best possible way. FCA US LLC reserves the right to make changes to the model described for technical and/or commercial reasons. For further information, contact

an authorized dealer.

When it comes to service, remember that authorized dealers know your Jeep® best, have factory-trained technicians and genuine Mopar® parts, and care about your

satisfaction.

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SYMBOLS KEY

WARNING! These statements apply to operating pro-

cedures that could result in a collision,

bodily injury and/or death.

CAUTION! These statements apply to procedures

that could result in damage to your

vehicle.

NOTE: A suggestion which will improve installa-

tion, operation, and reliability. If not fol-

lowed, may result in damage.

TIP: General ideas/solutions/suggestions on

easier use of the product or functionality.

PAGE REFERENCE ARROW Follow this reference for additional infor-

mation on a particular feature.

FOOTNOTE Supplementary and relevant information

pertaining to the topic.

If you do not read the entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important information.

Observe all Cautions and Warnings.

ROLLOVER WARNING

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. This

vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than many pas-

senger vehicles. It is capable of performing better in a wide variety of off-road applica-

tions. Driven in an unsafe manner, all vehicles can go out of control. Because of the

higher center of gravity, if this vehicle is out of control it may roll over while some other

vehicles may not.

Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or other unsafe driving actions that

can cause loss of vehicle control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in a

collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal injury. Drive carefully.

Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major cause of severe

or fatal injury. In fact, the US government notes that the universal use of existing seat

belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year and could reduce

disabling injuries by two million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is sig-

nificantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.

Rollover Warning Label

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VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthi-

ness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death.

SYMBOL GLOSSARY

Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating precautions to be

observed when using this component. It is important to follow all warnings when oper-

ating your vehicle. See below for the definition of each symbol page 74.

NOTE:

Warning and Indicator lights are different based upon equipment options and current

vehicle status. Some telltales are optional and may not appear.

Red Warning Lights

Air Bag Warning Light

page 74

Brake Warning Light

page 74

Battery Charge Warning Light

page 75

Red Warning Lights

Door Open Warning Light

page 75

Drowsiness Detected Warning Light

page 75

Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault Warning Light

page 75

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light

page 75

Engine Temperature Warning Light

page 75

Hood Open Warning Light

page 75

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Red Warning Lights

Liftgate Open Warning Light

page 75

Oil Pressure Warning Light

page 76

Oil Temperature Warning Light

page 76

Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light

page 76

Transmission Fault Warning Light

page 76

Transmission Temperature Warning Light

page 76

Red Warning Lights

Vehicle Security Warning Light

page 76

Yellow Warning Lights

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

page 76

Electric Park Brake Warning Light

page 76

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light

page 77

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light

page 77

Fuel Cutoff Warning Light

page 77

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Yellow Warning Lights

Fuel Level Sensor Failure Warning Light

page 77

Active Lane Management Warning Light

page 77

Service Active Lane Management Warning Light

page 77

Low Coolant Level Warning Light

page 77

Low Fuel Warning Light

page 77

Low Washer Fluid Warning Light

page 77

Yellow Warning Lights

Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator (MIL) Warning Light

page 77

Service Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Warning Light

page 78

Service 4WD Warning Light

page 78

Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light

page 78

Service Stop/Start System Warning Light

page 78

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light

page 78

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Yellow Warning Lights

Towing Hook Breakdown Warning Light

page 79

Yellow Indicator Lights

4WD Low Indicator Light

page 79

4WD Lock Indicator Light

page 79

Auto HOLD! Fault Indicator Light

page 79

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Indicator Light

page 79

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF Indicator Light

page 79

Yellow Indicator Lights

Immobilizer Fail/VPS Electrical Alarm Indicator Light

page 79

Green Indicator Lights

Active Lane Management Indicator Light

page 80

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With No Target Detected Indicator

Light

page 79

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Detected Light

page 80

Auto HOLD Indicator Light

page 80

Automatic High Beam Indicator Light

page 80

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Green Indicator Lights

Cruise Control SET Indicator Light

page 80

Front Fog Indicator Light

page 80

Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light

page 80

Sport Mode Indicator Light

page 80

Stop/Start Active Indicator Light

page 80

Turn Signal Indicator Lights

page 80

White Indicator Lights

Hill Descent Control (HDC) Indicator Light

page 81

Idle Coasting Indicator Light

page 80

Active Lane Management Indicator Light

page 81

Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light

page 80

Blue Indicator Lights

High Beam Indicator Light

page 81

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

KEYS

KEY FOBS

Your vehicle is equipped with a keyless ignition key fob.

The keyless ignition key fob supports Passive Entry,

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), Keyless Enter ‘n Go™

(if equipped), Remote Start (if equipped), and remote

power liftgate operation. The keyless ignition key fob

supports vehicles equipped with a START/STOP ignition

button. The keyless ignition key fob also includes an

emergency key, which is stored in the rear of the key

fob.

The key fob allows you to lock or unlock the doors and

liftgate from distances up to approximately 66 ft

(20 m). The key fob does not need to be pointed at the

vehicle to activate the system.

NOTE:

•The key fob’s wireless signal may be blocked if the

key fob is located next to a mobile phone, laptop, or

other electronic device. This may result in poor

performance.

•With the ignition on and the vehicle moving at

2 mph (4 km/h), all RKE commands are disabled. NOTE:

In case the ignition switch does not change with the

push of a button, the key fob may have a low or fully

depleted battery. A low key fob battery can be verified

by referring to the instrument cluster, which will display

directions to follow page 259.

To Unlock/Lock The Doors And Liftgate

Push and release the unlock button on the key fob once

to unlock the driver’s door. If selected within Uconnect

Settings, pushing the unlock button twice within five

seconds will unlock all the doors and the liftgate. To

lock all the doors and the liftgate, push the lock button

once page 133.

When the doors are unlocked, the turn signals will flash

and the illuminated entry system will be activated.

When the doors are locked, the turn signals will flash

and the horn will chirp.

Key Left Vehicle Feature

If a valid key fob is no longer detected inside the vehicle

while the vehicle’s ignition system is in the ON/RUN or

START position, the message “Key Fob Has Left The

Vehicle” will be shown in the instrument cluster display

along with an interior chime. An exterior audible and

visual alert will also be activated to warn the driver.

The vehicle’s horn will rapidly chirp three times along

with a single flash of the vehicle’s exterior lights.

NOTE:

•The doors have to be open and then closed in order

for the vehicle to detect a key fob. The Key Left

Vehicle feature will activate when the first door is

closed and no key fob is detected in the vehicle. If

the warning has been activated, and the other doors

are closed, no other warnings will be issued.

•These alerts will not be activated in situations where

either the vehicle’s engine is left running with the

key fob inside, or the key fob’s wireless signals are

blocked.

Key Fob

1 — Unlock Button

2 — Liftgate Button

3 — Emergency Key

4 — Lock Button

5 — Remote Start Button

6 — Panic Button

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Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob

The replacement battery is one CR2032 battery.

NOTE:

•Customers are recommended to use a battery

obtained from Mopar®. Aftermarket coin battery

dimensions may not meet the original OEM coin

battery dimensions.

•Perchlorate material — special handling may apply.

See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

for further information.

•Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the

back housing or the printed circuit board.

Key Fob:

1. Remove the emergency key (2) by sliding the emer-

gency key release (1) on the back of the key fob and

pulling the emergency key out with your other hand.

2. Separate the key fob halves using a #2 flat-blade

screwdriver or a coin, and gently pry the two halves

of the key fob apart. Make sure not to damage the

seal during removal.

3. Remove the back cover to access and replace the

battery. When replacing the battery, match the (+)

sign on the battery to the (+) sign on the inside of

the battery clip, located on the back cover. Avoid

touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils

may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a bat-

tery, clean it with rubbing alcohol.

4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two halves

together.

WARNING!

•The integrated key fob contains a coin cell battery.

Do not ingest the battery; there is a chemical burn

hazard. If the coin cell battery is swallowed, it can

cause severe internal burns in just two hours and

can lead to death.

•If you think a battery may have been swallowed or

placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate

medical attention.

•Keep new and used batteries away from children.

If the battery compartment does not close

securely, stop using the product and keep it away

from children.

Programming And Requesting

Additional Key Fobs

Programming the key fob may be performed by an

authorized dealer.

NOTE:

•Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot

be repurposed and reprogrammed to another

vehicle.

•Only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle

electronics can be used to start and operate the

vehicle.

Emergency Key Removal

1 — Emergency Key Release

2 — Emergency Key

Separating Case With A Coin

Key Fob Battery Replacement

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WARNING!

•Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and

lock all doors when leaving the vehicle

unattended.

•For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter ‘n Go™

Ignition, always remember to place the ignition in

the OFF position when exiting the vehicle.

Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an autho-

rized dealer. This procedure consists of programming a

blank key fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank key fob

is one that has never been programmed.

NOTE:

•When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer system

serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an autho-

rized dealer.

•Keys must be ordered to the correct key cut to

match the vehicle locks.

SENTRY KEY

The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthor-

ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The sys-

tem does not need to be armed or activated. Operation

is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is

locked or unlocked.

The system uses a key fob, keyless push button ignition

and a Radio Frequency (RF) receiver to prevent unau-

thorized vehicle operation. Therefore, only key fobs that

are programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and

operate the vehicle. The system cannot reprogram a

key fob obtained from another vehicle.

After placing the ignition in the ON/RUN position, 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 elec-

tronics. In addition, if the light begins to flash after the

bulb check, it indicates that someone attempted to

start the engine with an invalid key fob. In the event

that a valid key fob is used to start the engine but there

is an issue with the vehicle electronics, the engine will

start and 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 elec-

tronics. Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as

soon as possible by an authorized dealer.

CAUTION!

The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compatible

with some aftermarket Remote Start systems. Use of

these systems may result in vehicle starting problems

and loss of security protection.

All of the key fobs provided with your new vehicle have

been programmed to the vehicle electronics

page 259.

NOTE:

A key fob that has not been programmed is also consid-

ered an invalid key.

IGNITION SWITCH

KEYLESS ENTER ‘N GO™ IGNITION

This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition

with the push of a button as long as the key fob is in the

passenger compartment.

The START/STOP ignition button has three operating

modes. The three modes are OFF, ON/RUN, and START.

The push button ignition can be placed in the following

modes:

OFF

•The engine is stopped.

•Some electrical devices (e.g. power locks, alarm,

etc.) are still available.

START/STOP Ignition Button

1 — OFF

2 — ON/RUN

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ON/RUN

•Driving mode.

•All electrical devices are available (e.g. climate con-

trols, heated seats, etc.).

START

•The engine will start.

NOTE:

If the ignition state/mode does not change with the

push of a button, the key fob may have a low or

depleted battery. In this situation, a backup method can

be used to operate the ignition switch. Put the nose

side (side opposite of the emergency key) of the key fob

against the START/STOP ignition button and push to

operate the ignition.

WARNING!

•When exiting the vehicle, always remove the key

fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.

•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with

access to an unlocked vehicle.

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WARNING!

•Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is

dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or oth-

ers 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, and do not

leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Key-

less Enter ‘n Go™ in the ON/RUN position. 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 buildup may

cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION!

An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for thieves.

Always remove key fob from the vehicle and lock all

doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

NOTE:

•For information on normal starting, see

page 83.

•When opening the driver's door and the ignition is in

the ON/RUN (engine not running) position, a chime

will sound to remind you to place the ignition in the

OFF position. In addition to the chime, the “Vehicle

On” message will display in the cluster.

REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED

This system uses the key fob to start the

engine conveniently from outside the vehicle

while still maintaining security. The system has

a range of approximately 328 ft (100 m).

Remote Start is used to defrost windows in cold

weather and to reach a comfortable climate in all ambi-

ent conditions before the customer enters the vehicle.

NOTE:

Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob may

reduce this range page 259.

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

injury or death when inhaled.

•Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of the

Remote Start system, windows, door locks or other

controls could cause serious injury or death.

HOW TO USE REMOTE START

Push and release the Remote Start button on the key

fob twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors will

lock, the parking lights will flash, and the horn will chirp

twice (if programmed). Then, the engine will start, and

the vehicle will remain in the Remote Start mode for a

15 minute cycle. Pushing the Remote Start button a

third time shuts the engine off.

Starting The Ignition With Depleted Key Fob Battery

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To drive the vehicle, push the unlock button and place

the ignition in the ON/RUN position.

NOTE:

•With Remote Start, the engine will only run for

15 minutes.

•Remote Start can only be used twice.

•If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the

vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.

•The parking lights will turn on and remain on during

Remote Start mode.

•For security, power window and power sunroof

operation (if equipped) are disabled when the

vehicle is in the Remote Start mode.

•The ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN position

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

•Liftgate closed

•Hazard switch off

•Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)

•Battery at an acceptable charge level

•Panic button not pushed

•System not disabled from previous Remote Start

event

•Vehicle Security Light flashing (if equipped)

•Ignition in the OFF position

•Fuel level meets minimum requirement

•Vehicle Security system is not signaling an intrusion

•Malfunction Indicator Light is not illuminated

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

injury or death when inhaled.

•Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of the

Remote Start system, windows, door locks or other

controls could cause serious injury or death.

TO EXIT REMOTE START MODE

To drive the vehicle after starting the Remote Start sys-

tem, push and release the START/STOP ignition button

prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle.

The Remote Start system will turn the engine off if the

Remote Start button on the key fob is pushed again, or

if the engine is allowed to run for the entire 15 minute

cycle. Once the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN posi-

tion, the climate controls will resume previously set

operations (temperature, blower control, etc.).

NOTE:

•For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter ‘n

Go™ — Passive Entry feature, the ignition switch

must be in the ON/RUN position in order to drive the

vehicle.

•For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter ‘n Go™

— Passive Entry feature, the message “Remote Start

Active — Push Start Button” will show in the instru-

ment cluster display until you push the START/STOP

ignition button.

•To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system will

disable for two seconds after receiving a valid

Remote Start request.

REMOTE START FRONT DEFROST

ACTIVATION — IF EQUIPPED

When Remote Start is active, and the outside ambient

temperature is 40°F (4.5°C) or below, the system will

automatically activate front defrost for 15 minutes or

less. The timing is dependent on the ambient tempera-

ture. Once the timer expires, the system will automati-

cally adjust the settings depending on ambient condi-

tions. See “Remote Start Comfort Systems —

If Equipped” in the next section for detailed operation.

REMOTE START COMFORT

SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED

When Remote Start is activated, the front and rear

defrost will automatically turn on in cold weather. The

heated steering wheel and driver heated seat feature

will turn on if programmed in the Comfort menu screen

within Uconnect Settings page 133. In warm

weather, the driver vented seat feature will automati-

cally turn on when Remote Start is activated, if pro-

grammed in the Comfort menu screen. The vehicle will

adjust the climate control settings depending on the

outside ambient temperature.

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