Ignition Switch; Keyless Enter-N-Go - Ignition - Jeep Compass 2021 Owner's Manual

16 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
NOTE:
A key fob that has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key Ú page 360.

IGNITION SWITCH

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This feature allows the driver to operate the
ignition with the push of a button as long as the
key fob is in the passenger compartment.
The START/STOP ignition button has three
operating modes. The three modes are OFF,
ON/RUN, and START.
START/STOP Ignition Button
The push button ignition can be placed in the
following modes:
OFF
The engine is stopped.
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Some electrical devices (e.g. Central locking,
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GNITION
alarm, etc.) are still available.
ON/RUN
Driving mode.
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All the electrical devices are available (e.g.
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climate controls, heated seats, etc.).
START
The engine will start.
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NOTE:
If the ignition state/mode does not change with
the push of a button, the key fob may have a low
or depleted 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
START/STOP ignition button and push to
operate the ignition.
Starting The Ignition With Depleted Key Fob Battery
WARNING!
When exiting the vehicle, always remove
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the key fob from the vehicle and lock your
vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
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with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat-
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tended 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.
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