Jeep Compass, Operating Information Manual

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To Disarm The System
Press UNLOCK on the RKE transmitter, or
insert the key into the ignition switch and turn
the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
•
Battery disconnects will not disarm the
security alarm system.
•
Using the key in the door lock cylinder
will only unlock the deadbolt locks.
•
To open the doors after the security alarm
is set and the locks are activated, press
the unlock button on the RKE transmitter.
You can also unlock the door lock plunger
and door handle by inserting the ignition
key into lock cylinder on the door and
turning it, but the alarm will sound. In this
case, insert the ignition key into the igni-
tion switch and turn it to ON/RUN posi-
tion.
If the security alarm has been triggered, the
Vehicle Security Light will flash twice every two
seconds.
Vehicle Security Alarm Manual
Override
The security alarm will not arm if you lock the
doors using the manual door lock plunger.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
(RKE)
This system allows you to lock or unlock the
doors and liftgate from distances up to approxi-
mately 33 ft (10 m) using a hand-held Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The RKE
transmitter does not need to be pointed at the
vehicle to activate the system.
NOTE:
The line of transmission must not be
blocked with metal objects.
To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
Press and release the UNLOCK button on the
RKE transmitter 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.
Remote Key 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 press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE
transmitter. To change the current setting, pro-
ceed as follows:
•
For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Ve-
hicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
RKE Transmitter With Integrated Key
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