Jeep Patriot (2017 year). Manual

KEYS

Your vehicle uses keyless ignition system. The ignition
system consists of a key fob with a Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) and an ignition switch. The keyless ignition system
consists of a key fob and Keyless Enter-N-Go button.

A Word About Your Keys

The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has
the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These num-
bers can be used to order duplicate Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) key fobs. Ask your authorized dealer for these
numbers and keep them in a safe place.

Locking Doors With A Key

You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the door,
turn the key to the right. To unlock the door, turn the key
to the left. Refer to ”Body Lubrication” in Dealer Service”
in “Servicing And Maintenance” for further information.

To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate

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 liftgate. The turn signal
lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The
illuminated entry system will also turn on.

Key Fob Unlock, Driver Door/All First Press

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,

proceed as follows:

• For vehicles equipped with the instrument cluster dis-

play, refer to “Instrument Cluster Display/Personal Set-
tings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Getting
To Know Your Instrument Panel” for further informa-
tion.

Key Fob

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• For vehicles not equipped with the instrument cluster

display, perform the following steps:

1. Push and hold the lock

button on a programmed

key fob for at least 4 seconds but no longer than
10 seconds. Then, push and hold the unlock

button while still holding the lock

button.

2. Release both buttons at the same time.

3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by pushing

the lock/unlock buttons on the key fob with the
ignition in the lock position and the Key removed.

4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature

to its previous setting.

NOTE:

Pushing the lock button on the key fob while you

are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security
Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security Alarm
activated will cause the alarm to sound. Push the unlock
button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm.

Programming Additional Key Fobs

Refer to “Sentry Key” in this section for further informa-
tion.

If you do not have a programmed key fob, contact your
authorized dealer for details.

Key Fob Battery Replacement

NOTE:

Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply.

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

The recommended replacement battery is CR2032.

1. If the key fob is equipped with a screw, remove the

screw. With the key fob buttons facing down, use a flat
blade screwdriver to pry the two halves of the key fob
apart. Make sure not to damage the elastomer seal
during removal.

Separating Case Halves

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2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the new

battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery
deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with
rubbing alcohol.

3. To reassemble the key fob case, snap the two halves

together.

NOTE:

If the key fob is equipped with a screw, reinstall

and tighten the screw until snug.

General Information

The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio
Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:

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, in-

cluding interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.

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

Ignition Key Removal

1. Place the gear selector in PARK (if equipped with an

automatic transmission).

2. Place the ignition in the ACC (Accessory) position.

3. Push the key and cylinder inward and rotate the key to

the LOCK position.

4. Remove the key from the ignition.

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NOTE:

If you try to remove the key before you place the

gear selector in PARK, the key may become trapped tempo-
rarily in the ignition. If this occurs, place the gear selector in
PARK, rotate the key clockwise slightly, and then remove the
key as described above. If a malfunction occurs, the system
will trap the key in the ignition to warn you that this safety
feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped
but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service.

WARNING!

• Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the automatic

transmission into PARK or the manual transmission
into FIRST gear or REVERSE, apply the parking
brake, turn the engine OFF, remove the key fob from
the ignition and lock your vehicle.

• 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. A child could oper-
ate 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.

Ignition Positions

1 — LOCK
2 — ACC (ACCESSORY)
3 — ON/RUN
4 — START

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CAUTION!

Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and lock
all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

Key Fob-In-Ignition Reminder

Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition
and the ignition position is LOCK or ACC sounds a signal
to remind you to remove the key.

NOTE:

With the driver’s door open and the key in the

ignition, the power door locks will not lock, and key fob
will not function.

REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED

This system uses the key fob to remote start the
engine conveniently from outside the vehicle,
while still maintaining security. The system has a
range of approximately 328 ft (100 m). Obstruc-

tions between the vehicle and key fob may reduce this
range.

NOTE:

• The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic trans-

mission to be equipped with Remote Start.

• Obstructions between the vehicle and the key fob may

reduce this range.

How To Use Remote Start

All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:

• Gear selector in PARK
• Doors closed
• Hood closed
• Hazard switch off
• Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed)
• Ignition key removed from ignition
• Battery at an acceptable charge level
• PANIC button not pushed
• System not disabled from previous remote start event
• Vehicle Security Alarm not active

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WARNING!

• Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or

confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monox-
ide (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 Display

The following messages will 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 — L/Gate Open
• Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low
• Remote Start Aborted — System Fault
The message stays active until the ignition is placed in the
ON/RUN position.

To Enter 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.

NOTE:

• The park lamps will turn on and remain on during

Remote Start mode.

• For security, power window and power sunroof opera-

tion (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the
Remote Start mode.

• If your power door locks were unlocked, Remote Start

will automatically lock the doors.

• The engine can be started two consecutive times (two

15-minute cycles) with the key fob. However, the igni-
tion must be placed in the ON/RUN position before you
can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle.

Remote Start will also cancel if any of the following occur:

• The engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500.

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• Any engine warning lamps come on.
• Low Fuel Light turns on.
• The hood is opened.
• The hazard switch is pushed.
• The transmission is moved out of PARK.
• The brake pedal is pushed.

To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle

Push and release the Remote Start

button one time or

allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.

NOTE:

To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system will

disable the one time push of the Remote Start

button

for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start
request.

To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle

Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, push and release the
unlock

button on the key fob to unlock the doors and

disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if equipped). Then,
insert the key into the ignition and place the ignition in
the ON/RUN position.

NOTE:

The ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN

position in order to drive the vehicle.

SENTRY KEY

The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor-
ized 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 key fobs that have an embedded electronic
chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized vehicle opera-
tion. 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 someone
uses an invalid key to try to start the engine.

NOTE:

A key fob that has not been programmed is also

considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the ignition
or lock cylinder for that vehicle.

During normal operation, after placing the ignition in the
on 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 Vehicle Security Light begins
to flash after the bulb check, it indicates that someone used

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an invalid key to try 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 Key Immobilizer system is not compatible
with some aftermarket 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 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.

CAUTION!

Always remove the Sentry Keys from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an authorized
dealer or by following the customer key programming
procedure. 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 key fobs with you to an autho-
rized dealer.

Customer Key Programming

If you have two valid key fobs, you can program new key
fobs to the Sentry Key Immobilizer system by performing
the following procedure:

1. Cut the additional Key(s) to match the ignition and lock

cylinder key code.

2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition. Place the

ignition in the ON/RUN position for at least three
seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds. Then, place the
ignition in the LOCK position and remove the first key.

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3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition. Place the

ignition in the ON/RUN position within 15 seconds.
After 10 seconds, a chime will sound. In addition, the
Vehicle Security Light will begin to flash. Place the
ignition in the LOCK position and remove the second
key.

4. Insert a blank key into the ignition. Place the ignition in

the ON/RUN position within 60 seconds. After 10
seconds, a single chime will sound. In addition, the
Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing. To indicate that
programming is complete, the Vehicle Security Light
will turn on again for three seconds and then turn off.

The new key is programmed. The key fob will also be
programmed during this procedure.

Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you
do not have a programmed key fob, contact your autho-
rized dealer for details.

NOTE:

If a programmed key fob is lost, see your autho-

rized dealer to have all remaining key fobs erased from the
system’s memory. This will prevent the lost key from
starting your vehicle. The remaining key fobs must then be
reprogrammed. All vehicle key fobs must be taken to an
authorized dealer at the time of service to be repro-
grammed.

General Information

The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:

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, includ-

ing 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.

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED

This Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors, liftgate,
and ignition switch for unauthorized operation.

When the alarm is activated, the interior switches for door
locks are disabled. The Vehicle Security Alarm provides both
audio and visual signals, the horn will sound, the headlights,
park lamps and/or turn signals will flash repeatedly for
three minutes. If the disturbance is still present (driver’s

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door, passenger door, other doors, ignition) after three min-
utes, the parking lights and tail lights will flash for an
additional 15 minutes.

To Arm The System

1. Remove the key fob from the ignition and get out of the

vehicle.

2. Lock the door using either the power door lock

switch or the key fob lock

button and close all

doors.

3. The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will

flash rapidly for approximately 16 seconds. This shows
that the Vehicle Security Alarm is arming. During this
period, if a door is opened, the ignition is placed in the
ON/RUN position, or the power door locks are un-
locked in any manner, the Vehicle Security Alarm will
automatically disarm. After approximately 16 seconds,
the Vehicle Security Light will flash slowly. This shows
that the Vehicle Security Alarm is fully armed.

Rearming The System

If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to
disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the horn
after three minutes, turn off all of the visual signals after 15
minutes, and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself.

To Disarm The System

Push unlock

on the key fob, or insert the key into the

ignition and place the ignition in the ON/RUN position.

If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in
your absence, the horn will sound three times, and exterior
lights blink three times when you unlock the doors. Check
the vehicle for tampering. The Vehicle Security Alarm is
designed to protect your vehicle. However, you can create
conditions where the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm
unexpectedly. If you remain in the vehicle and lock the
doors with the key fob, once the Vehicle Security Alarm is
armed (after 16 seconds), when you pull the door handle to
exit, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, push the unlock

button on the key fob to disarm the Vehicle Security

Alarm.

Vehicle Security Alarm Manual Override

The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the
doors using the manual door lock plunger.

DOOR LOCKS

Manual Door Locks

Use the manual door lock knob to lock the doors from
inside the vehicle. If the lock knob is down when the door

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is closed, the door will lock. Make sure the keys are not
inside the vehicle before closing the door.

WARNING!

• For personal security and safety in the event of an

collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well
as when you park and leave the 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. A child could oper-
ate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.

CAUTION!

Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and lock
all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

Power Door Locks

A power door lock switch is located on the driver’s and
front passenger’s door panel. Push these switches to lock

or unlock

the doors and liftgate.

Manual Door Lock Knob

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NOTE:

To prevent from locking the key in the vehicle, the

power door lock switch will not operate when the key is in
the ignition and either front door is open. A chime will
sound as a reminder to remove the key.

Auto Lock Doors — If Equipped

The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled.
When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when
the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h).

Auto Lock Doors Programming

The Automatic Door Locks feature can be enabled or
disabled as follows:

• For vehicles equipped with the instrument cluster dis-

play, refer to “Instrument Cluster Display — If
Equipped/Personal Settings (Customer Programmable
Features)” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel”
for further information.

• For vehicles not equipped with the instrument cluster

display, perform the following procedure:

1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition.

2. Within 15 seconds, place the ignition between LOCK

and ON/RUN and then back to LOCK four times,
ending up in the LOCK position (do not start the
engine).

3. Within 30 seconds, push the power door LOCK

switch to lock the doors.

Driver Power Door Lock Switch

1— Unlock doors and liftgate
2 — Lock doors and liftgate

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4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the

programming.

5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature

to its previous setting.

NOTE:

• If you do not hear the chime, it means that the system

did not enter the programming mode and you will need
to repeat the procedure.

• Use the Automatic Door Lock feature in accordance with

local laws.

Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit

The doors will unlock automatically if:

• The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is enabled.
• The transmission was in gear, and the vehicle speed

returned to 0 MPH (0 km/h).

• The transmission is in NEUTRAL or PARK.
• The driver’s door is opened.
• The doors were not previously unlocked.

Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming

The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be
enabled or disabled as follows:

• For vehicles equipped with the instrument cluster dis-

play, refer to “Instrument Cluster Display — If
Equipped/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features)” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel”
for further information.

• For vehicles not equipped with the instrument cluster

display, perform the following procedure:

1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition.

2. Within 15 seconds, place the ignition between LOCK

and ON/RUN and then back to LOCK five times,
ending up in the ON/RUN position (do not start the
engine).

3. Within 30 seconds, push the power door UNLOCK

switch to unlock the doors.

4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the

programming.

5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature

to its previous setting.

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