Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 Owner's manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1

INTRODUCTION

....................................................................3

2

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

............................................9

3

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

............................................57

4

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

............................................... 153

5

STARTING AND OPERATING

..........................................................195

6

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

.........................................................257

7

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

.........................................................267

8

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

..........................................................301

9

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

....................................................323

10

INDEX

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INTRODUCTION

• INTRODUCTION .............................4

• ROLLOVER WARNING .........................4

• IMPORTANT NOTICE ..........................5

• HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .....................6

• WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS .....................8

• VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER .................8

• VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .............8

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler

Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it repre-

sents precision workmanship, distinctive styl-

ing, and high quality - all essentials that are

traditional to our vehicles.

This is a specialized utility vehicle, it can go

places and perform tasks for which conven-

tional two–wheel drive vehicles were not in-

tended. It handles and maneuvers differently

from many passenger cars both on-road and

off-road, so take time to become familiar with

your vehicle.

Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the

Owner’s Manual and all the Supplements. Be

sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls,

particularly those used for braking, steering,

and transmission and transfer case shifting.

Learn how your vehicle handles on different

road surfaces. Your driving skills will improve

with experience, but as in driving any vehicle,

take it easy as you begin. When driving off-road

or working the vehicle, don’t overload it or

expect it to overcome the forces of nature.

Always observe local laws wherever you drive.

As with other vehicles of this type, failure to

operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss

of control or a collision. Be sure to read the

“On-Road/ Off-Road Driving Tips” in “Starting

And Operating” for further information.

NOTE:

After you read the manual, it should be

stored in the vehicle for convenient refer-

encing and remain with the vehicle when

sold so that the new owner will be aware of

all safety warnings.

Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may

result in loss of control or a collision.

Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds or

while intoxicated may result in loss of control,

collision with other vehicles or objects, going

off the road, or overturning; any of which may

lead to serious injury or death. Also, failure to

use seat belts subjects the driver and passen-

gers to a greater risk of injury or death.

To keep your vehicle running at its best, have

your vehicle serviced at recommended inter-

vals by an authorized dealer or distributor who

has the qualified personnel, special tools and

equipment to perform all service.

The manufacturer and its distributors are vitally

interested in your complete satisfaction with

this vehicle. If you encounter a service or

warranty problem which is not resolved to your

satisfaction, discuss the matter with your autho-

rized dealer or distributor’s management.

Your authorized dealer or distributor will be

happy to assist you with any questions about

your vehicle.

ROLLOVER WARNING

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher roll-

over rate than other types of vehicles. This

vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a

higher center of gravity than many passenger

cars. It is capable of performing better in a

wide variety of off-road applications. 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

when 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

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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 a rollover crash, an unbelted

person is significantly more likely to die than a

person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

ALL MATERIAL CONTAINED IN THIS PUBLI-

CATION IS BASED ON THE LATEST INFORMA-

TION AVAILABLE AT TIME OF PUBLICATION

APPROVAL. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED TO

PUBLISH REVISIONS AT ANY TIME.

This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with

the assistance of service and engineering spe-

cialists to acquaint you with the operation and

maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supple-

mented by a Warranty Information Booklet and

various customer-oriented documents. You are

urged to read these publications carefully. Fol-

lowing the instructions and recommendations

in this Owner’s Manual will help assure safe

and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

After you have read the Owner’s Manual, it

should be stored in the vehicle for convenient

reference and remain with the vehicle when

sold.

The manufacturer reserves the right to make

changes in design and specifications, and/or

to make additions to or improvements in its

products without imposing any obligations

upon itself to install them on products previ-

ously manufactured.

The Owner’s Manual illustrates and describes

the features that are standard or available as

extra cost options. Therefore, some of the

equipment and accessories in this publication

may not appear on your vehicle.

NOTE:

Be sure to read the Owner’s Manual first

before driving your vehicle and before at-

taching or installing parts/accessories or

making other modifications to the vehicle.

In view of the many replacement parts and

accessories from various manufacturers avail-

able on the market, the manufacturer cannot be

certain that the driving safety of your vehicle

will not be impaired by the attachment or instal-

lation of such parts. Even if such parts are

officially-approved (for example, by a general

operating permit for the part or by constructing

the part in an officially approved design), or if

an individual operating permit was issued for

the vehicle after the attachment or installation

of such parts, it cannot be implicitly assumed

that the driving safety of your vehicle is unim-

paired. Therefore, neither experts nor official

agencies are liable. Therefore the manufacturer

only assumes responsibility when parts, which

are expressly authorized or recommended by

the manufacturer, are attached or installed at

Rollover Warning Label

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an authorized dealer. The same applies when

modifications to the original condition are sub-

sequently made on the manufacturer’s ve-

hicles.

Your warranties do not cover any part that the

manufacturer did not supply. Nor do they cover

the cost of any repairs or adjustments that

might be caused or needed because of the

installation or use of non-manufacturer parts,

components, equipment, materials, or addi-

tives. Nor do your warranties cover the costs of

repairing damage or conditions caused by any

changes to your vehicle that do not comply with

the manufacturers specifications.

Original MoparT parts and accessories and

other products approved by the manufacturer,

including qualified advice, are available at your

authorized dealer.

When it comes to service, remember that your

authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has

the factory-trained technicians and genuine

MoparT parts, and is interested in your satis-

faction.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Consult the Table of Contents to determine

which section contains the information you de-

sire.

Since the specification of your vehicle depends

on the items of equipment ordered, certain

descriptions and illustrations may differ from

your vehicle’s equipment

The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s

Manual contains a complete listing of all sub-

jects.

Consult the following table for a description of

the symbols that may be used on your vehicle

or throughout this Owner’s Manual:

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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS

against operating procedures that could result

in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains

CAUTIONS against procedures that could re-

sult in damage to your vehicle. If you do not

read this entire manual, you may miss impor-

tant information. Observe all Warnings and

Cautions.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is

found on a plate located on the left front corner

of the instrument panel pad, visible from out-

side of the vehicle through the windshield. This

number also is stamped into the right front

body, behind the right front seat. Move the right

front seat forward to allow better viewing of the

stamped VIN.

NOTE:

It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/

ALTERATIONS

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.

VIN Location

Right Front Body VIN Location

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING

YOUR VEHICLE

• A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ................... 12

• Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) .................. 12

• KeyFob............................... 12

• Removing Key Fob From Ignition ...............13

• Key-In-Ignition Reminder .................... 14

• SENTRY KEYT ............................. 14

• Replacement Keys ........................ 14

• Customer Key Programming .................. 15

• General Information ....................... 15

• VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED .......... 15

• To Arm the System ........................15

• To Disarm the System ...................... 16

• ILLUMINATED ENTRY ........................ 16

• REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) ................. 16

• To Unlock the Doors .......................17

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• To Lock the Doors ........................ 17

• To Release the Liftgate Flipper Glass .............18

• Remote Open Window Feature — If Equipped ........ 18

• Programming Additional Transmitters .............18

• Transmitter Battery Replacement ................ 18

• General Information ....................... 19

• DOOR LOCKS ............................. 19

• Power Door Locks ........................ 20

• Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors .....21

• KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO .......................21

• WINDOWS ...............................24

• Power Windows .......................... 24

• Wind Buffeting ........................... 25

• LIFTGATE ............................... 26

• Liftgate Flipper Glass ...................... 26

• Power Liftgate — If Equipped .................. 26

• OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS ...................... 28

• Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................ 29

• Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions ........... 29

• Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure ........... 31

• Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......... 32

• Energy Management Feature ..................32

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• Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode — If

Equipped .............................. 32

• Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions ..........33

• Seat Belt Pretensioners .....................33

• Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) ......... 34

• Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlertT)..35

• Seatbelt Lock Out ......................... 36

• Seat Belts and Pregnant Women ................36

• Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Airbags ...... 36

• Advanced Front Airbag Features ................ 37

• Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls .......... 40

• Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...................44

• Child Restraints .......................... 45

• ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ............. 53

• Additional Requirements For Diesel Engine — If

Equipped .............................. 53

• SAFETY TIPS ............................. 53

• Transporting Passengers ....................53

• Exhaust Gas ............................ 54

• Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle ..... 54

• Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the

Vehicle ............................... 55

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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system.

This system consists of a Key Fob with Remote

Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and a Wireless

Ignition Node (WIN) with integral ignition

switch. You can insert the Key Fob into the

ignition switch with either side up.

Keyless Enter-N-Go Feature

This vehicle is equipped with the Keyless Enter-

N-Go feature, refer to “Starting Procedures” in

“Starting And Operating” for further informa-

tion.

Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)

The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates

similar to an ignition switch. It has four operat-

ing positions, three of which are detented and

one spring-loaded. The detented positions are

LOCK, ACC, and ON/RUN. The START position

is a spring-loaded momentary contact position.

When released from the START position, the

switch automatically returns to the detented

ON/RUN position.

NOTE:

With the Keyless Enter-N-Go feature, the

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)

will display the ignition switch position

(OFF/ACC/RUN). Refer to “Electronic Ve-

hicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Under-

standing Your Instrument Panel” for further

information.

Key Fob

The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. It

also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

transmitter and an emergency key, which

stores in the rear of the Key Fob.

The emergency key allows for entry into the

vehicle on the driver’s side should the battery in

the vehicle or the RKE transmitter go dead. The

emergency key is also for locking the glove

box. You can keep the emergency key with you

when valet parking.

NOTE:

Entering a vehicle using the emergency key

with the theft alarm armed, will result in the

alarm sounding. Insert the Key Fob (even if

the Key Fob battery is dead) into the ignition

switch to disarm theft alarm.

To remove the emergency key, slide the me-

chanical latch at the top of the Key Fob side-

ways with your thumb and then pull the key out

with your other hand.

Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)

1 — LOCK

2 — ACC (ACCESSORY)

3 — ON/RUN

4—START

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NOTE:

You can insert the double-sided emergency

key into the lock cylinders with either side

up.

Removing Key Fob From Ignition

Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob

to the OFF position and then remove the Key

Fob.

With the Keyless Enter-N-Go feature, the EVIC

will display the ignition switch position “OFF/

ACC/RUN”. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor-

mation Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your

Instrument Panel” for further information.

NOTE:

• If you try to remove the Key Fob before

you place the shift lever in PARK, it may

become trapped temporarily in the igni-

tion switch. If this occurs, rotate the key

to the right slightly, then remove the Key

Fob as described. If a malfunction occurs,

the system may trap the key in the igni-

tion switch to warn you that this safety

feature is inoperable. The engine can be

started and stopped, but the Key Fob

cannot be removed until you obtain ser-

vice.

• The power window switches, radio, power

sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets

will remain active for up to 10 minutes

after the ignition switch is turned to the

LOCK position. Opening either front door

will cancel this feature. The time for this

feature is programmable. Refer to “Elec-

tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/

Personal Settings (Customer-

Programmable Features)” in

“Understanding Your Instrument Panel”

for further information.

WARNING!

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle.

Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is

dangerous for a number of reasons.Achild

or others could be seriously or fatally in-

jured. Do not leave the Key Fob in the

ignition or Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC

or ON/RUN mode. 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.

CAUTION!

An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves.

Always remove Key Fob from the ignition and

lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat-

tended.

Emergency Key Removal

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Key-In-Ignition Reminder

Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is

in the ignition and the ignition switch position is

OFF or ACC, sounds a signal to remind you to

remove the Key Fob.

NOTE:

The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds

when the Key Fob is placed in the OFF or

ACC ignition position.

With the Keyless Enter-N-Go feature, opening

the driver’s door when the vehicle’s ignition

switch is placed in ACC or ON/RUN (engine

stopped) will cause the reminder chime to

sound. Refer to “Starting Procedures” in “Start-

ing And Operating” for further information.

SENTRY KEYT

The Sentry KeyT Immobilizer system prevents

unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling

the engine. The system does not need to be

armed or activated. Operation is automatic,

regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or

unlocked.

The system uses the factory-mated Key Fob

with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter

and Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) to prevent

unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore, only

Key Fobs that are programmed to the vehicle

can be used to start and operate the vehicle.

The system will shut the engine off in two

seconds if an invalid Key Fob is used to start

the engine.

After turning the ignition switch to 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 electronics. In

addition, if the light begins to flash after the

bulb check, it indicates that someone used an

invalid Key Fob to start the engine. Either of

these conditions will result in the engine being

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 electronics. Should this occur,

have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible

by an authorized dealer.

CAUTION!

The Sentry KeyT Immobilizer system is not

compatible with some after-market remote

starting 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.

Replacement Keys

NOTE:

Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the

vehicle electronics can be used to start and

operate the vehicle. Once a Key Fob is

programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be pro-

grammed to any other vehicle.

CAUTION!

• Always remove the Key Fobs from the

vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the

vehicle unattended.

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CAUTION!

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• With Keyless Enter-N-Go, always remem-

ber to place the ignition in OFF.

At the time of purchase, the original owner is

provided with a four-digit Personal Identifica-

tion Number (PIN). Keep the PIN in a secure

location. This number is required for authorized

dealer replacement of Key Fobs. Duplication of

Key Fobs may be performed at an authorized

dealer.

NOTE:

When having the Sentry KeyT Immobilizer

system serviced, bring all vehicle ignition

keys with you to an authorized dealer.

Customer Key Programming

Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters

may be performed at an authorized dealer.

General Information

The Sentry KeyT operates on a carrier fre-

quency of 433.92 MHz. The Sentry KeyT Immo-

bilizer system will be used in the following

European countries, which apply Directive

1999/5/EC: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic,

Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,

Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Nether-

lands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania,

Russian Federation, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,

Switzerland, Yugoslavia, and United Kingdom.

Operation is subject to the following conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interfer-

ence.

• This device must accept any interference

that may be received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF

EQUIPPED

The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the hood,

liftgate, liftgate flipper glass, vehicle doors for

unauthorized entry, and the ignition switch for

unauthorized operation. If something triggers

the alarm, the Vehicle Security Alarm will pre-

vent the vehicle from starting and provide the

following audio and visual signals: the horn will

pulse, the headlights will flash, the park lights

will flash, and the Vehicle Security Light in the

instrument cluster will flash.

To Arm the System

Vehicles Not Equipped with Keyless

Enter-N-Go

Remove the key from the ignition switch and

either press a power door lock switch while the

driver or passenger door is open, or press the

LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry

(RKE) transmitter. After the last door is closed,

or if all doors are closed, the Vehicle Security

Alarm will arm itself in about 16 seconds.

During that time, the Vehicle Security Light will

flash. If it does not illuminate, the Vehicle Secu-

rity Alarm is not arming. Also, if you open a door

during the arming period, the Vehicle Security

Alarm will cancel the arming process. If you

wish to rearm the Vehicle Security Alarm after

closing the door, you must repeat one of the

previously-described arming sequences.

Vehicles Equipped with Keyless

Enter-N-Go

Press the Keyless Enter-N-Go Start/Stop button

until the Electronic Vehicle Information Center

(EVIC) indicates that the vehicle ignition is

“OFF” (refer to “Starting Procedures” in “Start-

ing And Operating” for further information).

Then either press the power door LOCK switch

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while the driver or passenger door is open,

press the lock button on the front driver or

passenger door handle with a valid key fob in

range, or press the Remote Keyless Entry

(RKE) transmitter LOCK button (refer to “Pas-

sive Entry System” in “Things To Know Before

Starting Your Vehicle” for further information).

To Disarm the System

Vehicles Not Equipped with Keyless

Enter-N-Go

Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE

transmitter, or insert a valid ignition key into the

ignition switch, and turn the key to the ON/RUN

position.

NOTE:

• The driver’s door key cylinder cannot arm

or disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.

• When the Vehicle Security Alarm is

armed, the interior power door lock

switches will not unlock the doors.

Vehicles Equipped with Keyless

Enter-N-Go

Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE

transmitter, pull on the front driver or passenger

door handle (refer to “Passive Entry System” in

“Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”

for further information) with a valid key fob in

range, or press the Keyless Enter-N-Go Start/

Stop button (requires at least one valid Key Fob

in the vehicle), or insert a valid Key Fob into the

ignition switch (if the Start/Stop button is re-

moved) and rotate it to the ON/RUN position.

The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to pro-

tect your vehicle; however, you can create

conditions where the Vehicle Security Alarm will

give you a false alarm. If one of the previously-

described arming sequences has occurred,

the Vehicle Security Alarm 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 Alarm.

If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, and the

battery becomes disconnected, the Vehicle

Security Alarm will remain armed when the

battery is reconnected. The exterior lights will

flash, the horn will sound, and the ignition will

not start the vehicle. If this occurs, disarm the

Vehicle Security Alarm.

ILLUMINATED ENTRY

The interior lights come on when you open any

door or use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

transmitter to unlock any door. They will remain

on for approximately 30 seconds after all doors

are closed then fade to off.

The lights also will fade to off if you turn on the

ignition after you close all the doors. Refer to

“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/

Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable

Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument

Panel” for further information.

NOTE:

None of the courtesylights will operate if the

dimmer control is in the “defeat” position

(extreme downward position), unless the

overhead map/reading lights are turned on

manually.

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)

This system allows you to lock or unlock the

doors or liftgate from distances up to approxi-

mately 33 ft (10 m) using a hand-held Key Fob

with RKE transmitter. The RKE transmitter does

not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate

the system.

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NOTE:

Inserting the Key Fob with RKE transmitter

into the ignition switch disables all buttons

on that RKE transmitter; however, the but-

tons on the remaining RKE transmitters will

continue to work. Driving at speeds 5 mph

(8 km/h) and above disables all RKE trans-

mitter buttons for all RKE transmitters.

To Unlock the Doors

Press and release the UNLOCK button on the

RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s

door or twice to unlock all doors. The turn

signal lights will flash to acknowledge the un-

lock signal. The illuminated entry system will

also turn on.

Refer to “Passive Entry System” under “Things

To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for fur-

ther information.

Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors

First Press

This feature lets you program the system to

unlock either the driver’s door or all doors, on

the first press of the UNLOCK button on the

RKE transmitter. To change the current setting,

proceed as follows:

• For vehicles equipped with the Electronic

Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to

“Electronic Vehicle Information Center

(EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-

Programmable Features)” in “Understanding

Your Instrument Panel” for further informa-

tion.

Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock

This feature will cause the turn signal lights to

flash when the doors are locked or unlocked

with the RKE transmitter. This feature can be

turned on or off. To change the current setting,

proceed as follows:

• For vehicles equipped with the Electronic

Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to

“Electronic Vehicle Information Center

(EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-

Programmable Features)” in “Understanding

Your Instrument Panel” for further informa-

tion.

Turn Headlights On with Remote Key

Unlock

This feature activates the headlights for up to

90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with

the RKE transmitter. The time for this feature is

programmable on vehicles equipped with the

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).

Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center

(EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-

Programmable Features)” in “Understanding

Your Instrument Panel” for further information.

To Lock the Doors

Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE

transmitter to lock all doors. The turn signal

lights will flash to acknowledge the signal.

Key Fob with RKE Transmitter

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Refer to “Passive Entry System” under “Things

To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for fur-

ther information.

To Release the Liftgate Flipper

Glass

Press the FLIPPER GLASS/LIFTGATE RE-

LEASE button two times (the second press

within 5 seconds of the first press) to open

liftgate flipper glass.

WARNING!

Driving with the flipper glass open can allow

poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle.

You and your passengers could be injured by

these fumes. Keep the flipper glass closed

when you are operating the vehicle.

Remote Open Window Feature — If

Equipped

This feature allows you to remotely lower both

front door windows at the same time. To use this

feature, press and release the UNLOCK button

on the RKE transmitter and then immediately

press and hold the UNLOCK button until the

windows lower to the level desired or until they

lower completely.

Programming Additional

Transmitters

Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters

may be performed at an authorized dealer.

Transmitter Battery Replacement

The recommended replacement battery is one

CR2032 battery.

NOTE:

• Perchlorate Material — special handling

may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/

hazardouswaste/perchlorate

• Do not touch the battery terminals that

are on the back housing or the printed

circuit board.

1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the

mechanical latch at the top of the RKE trans-

mitter sideways with your thumb and then pull

the key out with your other hand.

2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2

flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently

pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart.

Make sure not to damage the seal during

removal.

Emergency Key Removal

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