Jeep Liberty 2005 User Manual

SECTION PAGE

INTRODUCTION

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

STARTING AND OPERATING

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INDEX

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

䡵 Introduction ...........................4

▫ Roll Over Warning .....................5

䡵 How To Use This Manual ..................7

䡵 Warnings And Cautions ...................7

䡵 Vehicle Identification Number ...............8

䡵 Vehicle Modifications / Alterations ...........9

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting a Jeep威 Liberty and welcome to our worldwide family.

This is a specialized utility vehicle designed for both on-road and off-road use. It can go places and perform tasks for which conventional two-wheel drive vehicles were not intended. However, on-road ride and handling will have a different feel from what drivers experience with other vehicles, so take time to become familiar with your vehicle.

The two-wheel drive utility vehicle was designed for on-road use only. It is not intended for off-road driving or use in other severe conditions suited to a four-wheel drive vehicle.

Before you start to drive this vehicle, read this manual. 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. When driving off-road or working the vehicle, don’t overload it or expect it to overcome the laws of nature. 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 an accident. Be sure to read “On-Road/Off-Road Driving Tips” in Section 5 of this manual.

Roll Over Warning

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher roll over rate than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher ground clearance, higher center of gravity, and narrower track 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 be caused to go out of control. Because of the higher center of gravity and the narrower track, if this vehicle is out of control it may roll over when some other vehicles may not.

Do not attempt sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers or other unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in an accident, roll over of the vehicle, and severe or fatal injury. Drive carefully.

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Roll Over Warning Label

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Failure to use 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 each year, and could reduce disabling injuries by 2 million annually. In a roll over crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.

This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents. You are urged 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 you read the manual, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings.

When it comes to service, remember that the manufacturer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained technicians and genuine Mopar威 parts, and is interested in your satisfaction.

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WARNING!

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Consult the table of contents to determine which section contains the information you desire.

The detailed index, at the rear of the manual, contains a complete listing of all subjects.

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is located on a stamped plate on the bottom of the left front A-Pillar, visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle. Save this label for a convenient record of your vehicle identification number and optional equipment.

Vehicle Identification Number

NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN plate.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.

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CONTENTS

䡵 A Word About Your Keys ..................14

▫ Ignition Key ..........................14

▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................16

䡵 Sentry Key Immobilizer System ..............16

▫ Important Note About Service .............17

▫ Replacement Keys ......................17

▫ Customer Key Programming ..............18

▫ General Information ....................18

䡵 Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped ..........19

▫ To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel .......19

▫ To Release The Steering Wheel Lock .........19

䡵 Illuminated Entry ........................19

䡵 Doors And Door Locks ....................20

▫ Manual Door Locks .....................21

▫ Power Door Locks — If Equipped ..........23

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

▫ Child Protection Locks ..................24

䡵 Remote Keyless Entry .....................25

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▫ To Unlock The Doors ...................25

▫ To Lock The Doors .....................26

▫ To Unlatch The Swing Gate Flip-Up Window . .26

▫ Panic Alarm ..........................27

▫ To Use The Panic Alarm .................27

▫ To Program Additional Transmitters .........28

▫ General Information ....................28

▫ Transmitter Battery Service ...............29

䡵 Security Alarm System — If Equipped .........30

▫ To Set The Alarm ......................30

▫ To Disarm The System ...................31

䡵 Rear Swing Gate ........................31

䡵 Windows .............................35

▫ Power Windows — If Equipped ............35

▫ Wind Buffeting ........................36

䡵 Occupant Restraints ......................37

▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................38

▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions .....39

▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ....43

▫ Automatic Locking Mode — If Equipped .....44

▫ Energy Management Feature ..............45

▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ...................46

▫ Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Use Reminder System

(BeltAlert) ...........................46

▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ............47

▫ Seat Belt Extender ......................48

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▫ Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental

Restraint Systems (SRS) — Airbags ..........48

▫ Child Restraint ........................63

䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations ...........73

䡵 Safety Tips ............................73

▫ Exhaust Gas ..........................73

▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside

The Vehicle ..........................74

▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The

Vehicle ..............................75

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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

The keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plastic bag with the key code number on it. If you received your keys without the bag, ask your dealer to give you the number. The key code can also be obtained by the dealer from your vehicle invoice.

Ignition Key

Insert the key fully,then turn the switch to one of the four illustrated positions. The key can be inserted or withdrawn only in the LOCK position. The automatic transmission gear selector must be in the P (Park) position.

To remove the ignition key on models with an automatic transmission, place the gearshift lever in P (Park), turn the ignition key to LOCK and remove the key.

Ignition Key Positions

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To remove the ignition key on models with a manual transmission, depress and hold the key release button, turn the ignition key to LOCK and remove the key.

Ignition Key Release Button

WARNING!

Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal, or the gear selector lever. Do not leave the keys in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

CAUTION!

An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition, and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

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Key-In-Ignition Reminder

If you open the driver’s door and the key is fully inserted in the ignition switch, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key.

SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM

The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) prevents unauthorized operation of the vehicle by disabling the engine. The system will shut the engine down after 2 seconds of running if an invalid key is used to start the vehicle. This system utilizes ignition keys which have an electronic chip (transponder) embedded into them. Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle for longer than the 2 second validation time period.

The Sentry Key Immobilizer System does not need to be armed or activated. Operation of the system is automatic regardless of whether or not the vehicle is locked or unlocked. During normal operation, the “Sentry Key/

Security Alarm Indicator Light” (located in the instrument cluster) will come on for 3 seconds immediately after the ignition switch is turned on for a bulb check. Afterwards, if the bulb remains on, this indicates a malfunction in the electronics. If the bulb begins to flash immediately after the ignition switch is turned on, this indicates that an invalid key is being used to start the vehicle. Both of these conditions will result in the engine being shut down after 2 seconds of running. Keep in mind that a key which has not been programmed is also considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition for that vehicle.

If the “Sentry Key/Security Alarm Indicator Light” comes on during normal vehicle operation (it has been running for longer than 10 seconds) a fault has been detected in the electronics and the vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible.

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NOTE:

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The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible with remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection.

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Mobil Speedpass™, additional Sentry Keys, or any other transponder equipped components on the same keychain will not cause a key-related (Transponder) fault unless the additional part is physically held against the ignition key being used when starting the vehicle. Also, cell phones, pagers, or other RF electronics will not cause interference with this system.

All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics.

Important Note About Service

A four digit PIN number is needed to service the Sentry Key Immobilizer System. This number can be obtained from your authorized dealer. However, this number can also be found on your customer invoice that you were given upon receipt of your vehicle.

Replacement Keys

NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.

At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with a four digit PIN number. This number is required for dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of keys may be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Programming procedure. This procedure

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consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one which has never been programmed.

NOTE: When having the Sentry Key System serviced, bring all vehicle keys to the dealer.

Customer Key Programming

You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid keys by doing the following:

1. Cut the additional Sentry Key Transponder blank(s) to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code.

2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch ON for at least 3 seconds but no longer than 15 seconds. Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the first key.

3. Insert the second valid key and turn the ignition switch ON within 15 seconds. After ten seconds, a chime

will sound and the “Sentry Key/Security Alarm Indicator Light” will begin to flash. Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the second key.

4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch ON within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound. The “Sentry Key/ Security Alarm Indicator Light” will stop flashing, turn on for 3 seconds; then turn off.

The new Sentry Key has been programmed. Repeat this process to program up to a total of 8 keys.

General Information

The Sentry Key Immobilizer System complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

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2. This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED

Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering wheel lock (manual transmission only). This lock prevents steering the vehicle without the ignition key. If the steering wheel is moved a half turn in either direction and the key is not in the ignition, the steering wheel will lock.

To Manually Lock the Steering Wheel

With the engine running, rotate the steering wheel 1/2 revolution from straight ahead position, turn off the engine and remove the key. Rotate the steering wheel slightly in both directions until the lock engages.

To Release the Steering Wheel Lock

Insert the key in the ignition and turn the wheel slightly to the right or left to disengage the lock.

NOTE: If you turned the wheel to the right to engage the lock, you must turn the wheel slightly to the right to disengage it. If you turned the wheel to the left to engage the lock, turn the wheel slightly to the left to disengage it.

ILLUMINATED ENTRY

The interior lights come on when you open any door. They will remain on for about 30 seconds after all doors are closed then fade to off, unless, the dome inhibit feature was selected on the multi-function control lever. Refer to LIGHTS in Section 3 of this manual.

The lights also will fade to off if you turn on the ignition after you close all the doors.

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DOORS AND DOOR LOCKS

The vacuum fluorescent (VF) display located in the odometer area displays the word “door” as an indication of a door ajar or door not completely closed. When the vehicle is not moving and the door is ajar or not completely closed, the VF display will show the word “door” and then show the odometer/trip odometer mileage (each for 2 seconds). The display will continue to cycle.

NOTE: If vehicle is equipped with the optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in the overhead console, all warnings including “door”, “GATE”, “GLASS”, and “LOWASH” will only be displayed in the EVIC display (not in the instrument cluster). For additional information, refer to “Overhead Console — If Equipped” in Section 3.

Door Open Display

If any other active warnings including “GATE”, “GLASS”, or “LOWASH” are present, they will be shown in the VF display and will also continue to cycle. If the vehicle is moving, three single chimes will occur (One

chime for each complete display cycle (three cycles total). After this, the display will continue to cycle only (no chimes).

If the trip/reset button is pressed while the VF warnings are being displayed, the VF display will revert back to only displaying the odometer/trip odometer mileage.

Manual Door Locks

Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from inside the vehicle. If the plunger is down when the door is closed, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door.

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Door Lock Plunger

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WARNING!

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For personal security, and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.

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When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal injuries and death.

CAUTION!

An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

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Power Door Locks — If Equipped

A door lock switch is on each front door panel. Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors.

Power Door Lock Switch

If the plunger is down when the door is closed, the door will lock. Therefore,make sure the keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door.

If you press the door lock switch while the keys are in the ignition switch, and the driver’s door is open, the doors will not lock.

The rear doors cannot be opened from inside the vehicle until you pull up the lock plungers.

Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped

The doors will lock automatically if:

1. all doors are closed,

2. vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h),

3. and the accelerator pedal is depressed. This will occur only once, will not reoccur until a door is

opened.

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Child Protection Locks

The rear doors of your vehicle are equipped with child protection locks. If you push up on the lever on the open edge of the door it cannot be opened from the inside of the vehicle. Push the lever down to disengage the child protection locks.

WARNING!

Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged.

Child Lock Control

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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY

This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors or open the swing gate flip-up window from distances of 23–50 feet (7–15 meters) using a transmitter. You don’t have to point the transmitter at the vehicle to activate the system. Each vehicle comes with two transmitters.

Four Button Transmitter

To Unlock the Doors

Press and release the “Unlock” button once to unlock the driver’s door. Press the button again within 5 seconds to unlock all the doors. If your vehicle is equipped with Illuminated Entry, the interior lights also come on and remain on for about 30 seconds, when you unlock the doors. The park lights will flash twice to acknowledge the unlock signal.

NOTE: The transmitter can be programmed to unlock all the doors upon the first press of the ⬙Unlock⬙ button (within 23–50 feet (7–15 meters) of the vehicle) by performing the following procedure:

1. Press and hold the ⬙Unlock⬙ button on the transmitter.

2. Continue to hold the ⬙Unlock⬙ button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds, then press the “Lock” button.

3. Release both buttons.

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4. Repeating steps 1–3 will restore original operation. NOTE: The Light Flash can be enabled or disabled

(within 23–50 feet (7–15 meters) of the vehicle) by performing the following procedure:

1. Press and hold the ⬙Lock⬙ button on the transmitter.

2. Continue to hold the ⬙Lock⬙ button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds, then press the “Rear Release” button.

3. Release both buttons.

4. Repeating steps 1–3 will restore original transmitter operation.

To Lock the Doors

Press and release the “Lock” button once to lock the doors, swing gate flip-up window, and swing gate.

The horn will chirp and the park lights will flash once to acknowledge the lock signal.

NOTE: The horn chirp can be enabled or disabled (within 23–50 feet (7–15 meters) of the vehicle) by the following procedure:

1. Press and hold the ⬙Lock⬙ button on the transmitter.

2. Continue to hold the ⬙Lock⬙ button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds, then press the ⬙Unlock⬙ button.

3. Release both buttons.

4. Repeating steps 1–3 will restore original transmitter operation.

To Unlatch the Swing Gate Flip-Up Window

Press the “Rear Release” button twice to unlatch the swing gate flip-up window.

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WARNING!

To avoid injury stand back when opening. Glass will automatically rise.

NOTE: The transmitter can be programmed to unlatch

the flip-up window immediately upon activation of the “Rear Release” button (without pressing and holding) (within 23–50 feet (7–15 meters) of the vehicle) by performing the following procedure:

1. Press and hold the “Unlock” button on thetransmitter.

2. Continue to hold the “Unlock” button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds, then press the “Rear Release” button.

3. Release both buttons.

4. Repeating steps 1–3 will restore original transmitter operation.

NOTE: Unlatching the flip-up window will unlock the swing gate. After closing the flip-up window, press the “Lock” button on the transmitter to lock the swing gate.

Panic Alarm

The panic mode flashes the park lights, and sounds the horn for about 3 minutes or until the alarm is turned off.

To Use the Panic Alarm

Press and hold the PANIC button for at least 1 second to activate the panic alarm. Press and hold the PANIC button a second time to deactivate the alarm. The alarm will also shut itself off after starting the vehicle and accelerating to 15 mph (24 km/h).

NOTE: The “Panic” and “Security” alarms are quite different. Please take a moment to activate the “Panic” and the “Security” modes to hear the differences in the horn. In case one should go off in the future, you will need to know which mode has been activated in order to deactivate it.

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To Program Additional Transmitters

NOTE: If vehicle is equipped with the optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in the overhead console, the transmitters may also be programmed through the EVIC display. For additional information, refer to “Overhead Console — If Equipped” in Section 3.

Up to 4 transmitters can be programmed to your vehicle. To obtain additional transmitters, contact your authorized dealer. To program a transmitter (within 23–50 feet (7–15 meters) of the vehicle), perform the following procedure:

1. Gather every transmitter that is to be used with the vehicle including any transmitters that are currently programmed.

2. Enter Program Mode: Turn the ignition to the ON position, and using a currently programmed transmitter; press and hold the ⬙Unlock⬙ button on the transmitter.

Continue to hold the “Unlock” button, wait at least 4 but no longer than 10 seconds, then press and hold the PANIC button for at least 1 second. Release both buttons simultaneously.

3. Program Each Transmitter: All transmitters to be used with your vehicle must be programmed as follows:

Press and release the ⬙Lock⬙ and ⬙Unlock⬙ buttons simultaneously, followed by a press and release ofANY button on each transmitter to be programmed. You will hear a chime when a transmitter has been successfully programmed.

General Information

This transmitter complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

If your Remote Keyless Entry fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions:

1. Weak batteries in transmitter. The expected life of batteries is from one to two years

2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios.

Transmitter Battery Service

The recommended replacement battery is the Panasonic CR2032 or equivalent.

1. Pry the transmitter halves apart with a dime or similar object. Make sure not to damage the rubber gasket material during removal.

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Separating Transmitter Halves

2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch the battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol.

3. Reassemble the transmitter case. Snap the halves together and test transmitter operation.

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SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED

This system monitors the vehicle doors, swing gate, swing gate flip-up window, and ignition for unauthorized operation. When the alarm is activated, the system provides both audible and visual signals. The horn, headlights, and tail lights will sound/flash repeatedly for three minutes. If disturbance is still present (driver’s door, passenger door, other doors, ignition) after three minutes, the headlights and tail lights will flash for an additional 15 minutes.

To Set the Alarm

The alarm will set when you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the doors and swing gate or when you use the power door lock switch while the door is open. After all the doors are locked and closed, the “Sentry Key/Security Alarm Indicator Light” (located in the instrument cluster) will flash rapidly for about 16 seconds to signal that the system is arming. During this 16 second arming period, opening any door or the swing gate will cancel the arming. If the system successfully arms, the “Sentry Key/Security Alarm Indicator Light” will flash at a slower rate to indicate the alarm is set.

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