Jeep Cherokee 2017 Owner's Manual
2017
OWNER’S MANUAL
Cherokee
VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA
With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA
US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA
Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of
accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood
alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are
drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated nondrinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.
WARNING!
Driving after drinking can lead to an accident.
Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are
slower, and your judgment is impaired when you
have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.
This manual illustrates and describes the operation of
features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a
description of features and equipment that are no longer
available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please
disregard any features and equipment described in this
manual that are not on this vehicle.
FCA US LLC reserves the right to make changes in design
and specifications, and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation
upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.
Copyright © 2016 FCA US LLC
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INTRODUCTION ...................................................................3
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GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................................9
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ...................................................15
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL .........................................125
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SAFETY ........................................................................169
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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STARTINGANDOPERATING.........................................................255
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INCASEOFEMERGENCY ...........................................................385
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE .....................................................437
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................503
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MULTIMEDIA ....................................................................517
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CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE ............................................................583
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INDEX..........................................................................589
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INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
䡵 INTRODUCTION .........................4
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▫ Symbols ...............................6
䡵 ROLLOVER WARNING .....................4
䡵 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ...............5
▫ Essential Information ......................5
䡵 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ................7
䡵 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .....7
4 INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship,
distinctive styling, and high quality.
The two-wheel drive version of this vehicle was designed
for on-road use only. It is not intended for off-road driving
or use in other severe conditions suited for a four-wheel
drive vehicle.
Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Owner’s
Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls,
particularly those used for braking, steering, transmission,
and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle handles
on different road surfaces. Your driving skills will improve
with experience. When driving off-road, or working the
vehicle, don’t overload the vehicle, or expect the vehicle to
overcome the natural laws of physics.
Always observe federal, state, provincial, and 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.
Refer to “Driving Tips” in “Starting And Operating” for
further information.
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 Warranty Information, and various
customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to read
these publications carefully. Following the instructions and
recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and
enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it should
be stored in the vehicle for convenient referencing and
remain with the vehicle when sold.
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your Jeep® vehicle best, has factory-trained
technicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about
your satisfaction.
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
passenger vehicles. 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 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.
Rollover Warning Label
Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts provided
is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S.
government notes that the universal use of existing seat
belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more
INTRODUCTION 5
each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two
million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is
significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat
belt. Always buckle up.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Essential Information
Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
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 subjects.
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Symbols
Consult the following table for a description of the symbols
that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this
Owner’s Manual:
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures that could result in a collision, bodily
injury and/or death. It also contains CAUTIONS against
procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If
you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss
important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.
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.
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GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONTENTS
䡵 FRONT VIEW ...........................10
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䡵 INSTRUMENT PANEL .....................12
䡵 REAR VIEW.............................11
䡵 INTERIOR ..............................13
10 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
FRONT VIEW
1 — Hood/Engine Compartment
2 — Windshield
3 — Daytime Running Lights
Front View
4 — Wheels/Tires
5 — Exterior Mirrors
6 — Doors
REAR VIEW
1 — Rear Lights
2 — Rear Windshield Wiper
3 — Liftgate
GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS 11
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Rear View
12 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT PANEL
1—AirVents
2 — Multifunction Lever
3 — Steering Wheel
Instrument Panel
4 — Instrument Cluster
5 — Windshield Wiper Lever
6 — Glove Compartment
INTERIOR
1 — Power Window Switches
2 — Seats
3 — Transmission Gear Selector
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Interior Features
4 — Climate Controls
5 — Switch Panel
6 — Uconnect Radio
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CONTENTS
䡵 KEYS .................................19
▫ KeyFob..............................19
䡵 IGNITION SWITCH .......................24
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition ..............24
▫ Vehicle On Message .....................26
䡵 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . .27
▫ How To Use Remote Start — If Equipped ......27
▫ Remote Start Abort Message On The Instrument
Cluster Display — If Equipped ..............28
▫ To Enter Remote Start Mode ................29
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle ...............................29
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle ...............................29
▫ Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped . . .30
▫ Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer Activation
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— If Equipped..........................30
▫ General Information .....................30
䡵 SENTRY KEY ............................31
▫ Replacement Keys .......................31
▫ Customer Key Programming ...............32
▫ General Information .....................32
䡵 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . .32
▫ Rearming Of The System ..................32
▫ To Arm The System .....................33
▫ To Disarm The System ...................33
▫ Security System Manual Override ............34
䡵 DOORS ...............................34
▫ Manual Door Locks ......................34
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▫ Power Door Locks ......................35
▫ Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped.........56
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry .........36
▫ Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit ............40
▫ Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear
Doors ...............................40
䡵 SEATS ................................41
▫ Manual Front Seat Adjustment ..............42
▫ Power Seats — If Equipped ................44
▫ 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat With Fold-Flat
Feature ..............................46
▫ Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped ..........48
▫ Front Heated Seats — If Equipped ...........51
▫ Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped .........52
䡵 HEAD RESTRAINTS ......................52
▫ Reactive Head Restraints — Front Seats ........53
▫ Rear Head Restraints .....................54
䡵 STEERING WHEEL .......................56
▫ Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ............56
䡵 MIRRORS ..............................57
▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped ......57
▫ Electrochromic Mirror ....................58
▫ Outside Mirrors ........................59
▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped .............60
▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped .....61
▫ Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature — If
Equipped .............................61
䡵 EXTERIOR LIGHTS .......................61
▫ Headlight Switch .......................61
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .........62
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) ...............62
▫ Headlight Time Delay ....................63
▫ Lights-On Reminder .....................63
▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped . .63
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .................64
▫ Multifunction Lever .....................64
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▫ Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ..........71
▫ Turn Signals ...........................65
▫ Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ..........65
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ..................65
▫ Flash-To-Pass ..........................65
▫ Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If
Equipped .............................65
▫ Battery Saver Feature ....................66
䡵 INTERIOR LIGHTS .......................66
▫ Front Map/Reading Lights .................66
▫ Instrument Panel Dimmer Control ...........67
▫ Ambient Light Control — If Equipped .........68
▫ Dome Light Position .....................68
▫ Interior Light Defeat (Off)..................68
▫ Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) .....68
䡵 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ........69
▫ Windshield Wiper Operation................69
▫ Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped ......72
▫ Intermittent Wiper System .................72
▫ Rear Window Features ...................73
䡵 CLIMATE CONTROLS .....................75
▫ Manual Climate Control Without A Touchscreen
Overview .............................75
▫ Climate Controls With A Touchscreen Overview . .80
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If
Equipped .............................90
▫ Operating Tips .........................91
䡵 WINDOWS .............................93
▫ Power Window Controls ..................93
▫ Auto-Down Feature .....................94
▫ Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection ....94
▫ Reset Auto-Up..........................95
▫ Window Lockout Switch...................95
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䡵 POWER SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE — IF
EQUIPPED .............................96
▫ Opening Sunroof ........................97
▫ Closing Sunroof.........................98
▫ Venting Sunroof — Express.................98
▫ Opening Power Shade ....................98
▫ Closing Power Shade .....................99
▫ Pinch Protect Feature .....................99
▫ Wind Buffeting .........................99
▫ Sunroof Maintenance .....................99
▫ Ignition Off Operation ...................100
䡵 HOOD ...............................100
▫ Opening The Hood .....................100
▫ Closing The Hood ......................101
䡵 LIFTGATE .............................101
▫ Opening .............................101
▫ Closing .............................103
▫ Cargo Area Features ....................103
䡵 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . . .105
▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink .....105
▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .......108
▫ Using HomeLink .......................109
▫ Security..............................110
▫ Troubleshooting Tips ....................110
▫ General Information .....................110
䡵 INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ..................111
▫ Storage ..............................111
▫ Cupholders ...........................114
▫ Sun Visors ...........................115
▫ Power Outlets .........................116
▫ Power Inverter — If Equipped .............119
ireless Charging Pad — If Equipped .......120
▫ W
䡵 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED ......122
KEYS
Key Fob
The key fob allows you to lock or unlock the doors and
liftgate from distances up to approximately 66ft (20m)
using a handheld key fob. The key fob does not need to be
pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.
• This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition
switch with the push of a button as long as the key fob
is in the passenger compartment.
• The Keyless Push Button Ignition has three operating
positions which are labeled and will illuminate when in
position. The three positions are: OFF, ACC, and ON/
RUN. During start, RUN will illuminate.
NOTE: In case the ignition switch does not change with the
push of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead
battery. In this situation, a back up 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 ENGINE
START/STOP button and push to operate the ignition
switch.
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Key Fob
1 — Liftgate Button 4 — Remote Start Button
2 — Unlock Button 5 — PANIC Button
3 — Lock Button
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Key Fob With Emergency Key
1 — Emergency Key
2 — Key Fob
NOTE: In case the ignition switch does not change with the
push of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead
battery. In this situation, a backup method can be used to
operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side of the key fob
(side opposite of the Emergency Key) against the ENGINE
START/STOP button and push to operate the ignition
switch.
To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
Push the interior door unlock button on the door panel.
Push and release the unlock button on the key fob once to
unlock the driver’s door or twice within five seconds to
unlock all doors and the liftgate.
All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first push of
the unlock button. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock
signal. The illuminated entry system will be activated.
1st Push Of Key Fob Unlock Button
This feature lets you program the system to unlock either
the driver’s door or all doors on the first push of the unlock
button on the key fob. To change the current setting, refer
to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer
to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” located in
“Doors” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for further
information.
To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
Push and release the lock button on the key fob to lock all
doors and liftgate.
The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to
acknowledge the signal. Refer to “Uconnect Settings”
located in “Multimedia” for further programmable information.
If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to
“Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” located in “Doors”
in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for further information.
Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive
Entry
If one or more doors are open, or the liftgate is open, the
doors will lock. The doors will unlock again automatically
if the key is left inside the passenger compartment, otherwise the doors will stay locked.
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Replacing The Battery In The Key With Remote Control
The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032
battery.
NOTE:
• 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.
1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical
latch on the back of the key fob sideways with your
thumb and pull the emergency key out with your other
hand.
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Emergency Key Removal
1 — Emergency Key Release Button
2 — Emergency Key
2. Separate the key fob halves using the tip of the emergency key, 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.
Emergency Key Removal
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Separating Case With A Coin Key Fob Battery Replacement
3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over
(battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a
solid surface such as a table or similar 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 battery, clean it with
rubbing alcohol.
4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two halves
together.
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Programming Additional Key Fobs
Programming the key fob may be performed by your
authorized dealer.
General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
Request For Additional Key Fobs
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
programmed to any other vehicle.
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 mode.
Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an authorized
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 authorized
dealer.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
IGNITION SWITCH
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition
This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch
with the push of a button as long as the key fob is in the
passenger compartment.
The push button ignition has three operating modes. The
three modes are OFF, ACC, and RUN.
NOTE: If the ignition switch does not change with the
push of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead
battery. In this situation, a back up 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 ENGINE
START/STOP button and push to operate the ignition
switch.
START/STOP Ignition Button
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The push button ignition can be placed in the following
modes:
OFF
• The engine is stopped.
• Some electrical devices (e.g. Central locking, alarm, etc.)
are still available.
ACC
• Engine is not started.
• Some electrical devices are available.
RUN
• Driving position.
• All the electrical devices are available.
NOTE: The vehicle will not start if the key fob is located
inside the cargo area and the liftgate is opened.
WARNING!
• When exiting the vehicle, always remove the key fob
from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
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WARNING! (Continued)
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others
could be seriously or fatally injured. Children
should be warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children, and do not leave the
ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless EnterN-Go in the 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 vehicle is an invitation for thieves. Always remove key fob from the vehicle and lock all
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Vehicle On Message
When opening the driver’s door and the ignition is in
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.
NOTE: The power window switches and power sunroof (if
equipped) will remain active for three minutes after the
ignition is cycled to the OFF position. Opening either front
door will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is
programmable.
WARNING!
• Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the automatic
transmission into PARK, apply the parking brake,
place the engine in the OFF position, remove the key
fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle. If
equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, always make
sure the keyless ignition is in “OFF” position, remove the key fob from the vehicle and lock the
vehicle.
NOTE: For further information, refer to ⬙Starting The
Engine⬙ in ⬙Starting And Operating.⬙
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others
could be seriously or fatally injured. Children
should be warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children, and do not leave the
ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless EnterN-Go in the 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 vehicle is an invitation for thieves. Always remove key fob from the vehicle and lock all
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
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REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — 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 328ft (100m).
NOTE:
• The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
• Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob may
reduce this range.
How To Use Remote Start — If Equipped
• Push remote start button on the key fob twice
within five seconds. Pushing the remote start
button a third time shuts the engine off.
• To drive the vehicle, push unlock button, insert the key
in the ignition and turn to the ON/RUN position.
• With remote start, the engine will only run for 15
minutes (timeout) unless the ignition key is placed in the
ON/RUN position.
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• The vehicle must be started with the key after two
consecutive timeouts.
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 pushed)
• Battery at an acceptable charge level
• Check engine light shall not be present
• PANIC button not pushed
• System not disabled from previous remote start event
• Vehicle alarm system indicator flashing
• Ignition in STOP/OFF position
• Fuel level meets minimum requirement
• Vehicle security alarm is not signaling an intrusion
WARNING!
• Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (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.
Remote Start Abort Message On The Instrument Cluster Display — If Equipped
The following messages will display in the instrument
cluster display if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits
remote start prematurely:
• Remote Start Aborted — Door Open
• Remote Start Aborted — Hood Open
• Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low
• Remote Start Aborted — Liftgate Open
• Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle To Reset
• Remote Start Aborted — Too Cold
• Remote Start Aborted — Time Expired
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