Jeep Compass 2022 Owner's Manual page 20

18 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
The push button ignition can be placed in the
following modes:
OFF
The engine is stopped.

Some electrical devices (e.g. power locks,

alarm, etc.) are still available.
ON/RUN
Driving mode.

All electrical devices are available (e.g. climate

controls, heated seats, etc.).
START
The engine will start.

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 the

key fob from the vehicle 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, and do
not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped
with Keyless Enter 'n Go™ in the ON/RUN
position. 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 buildup
may cause serious injury or death.
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for thieves.
Always remove key fob from the vehicle and lock
all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
NOTE:
For information on normal starting, see

Ú page 100.
When opening the driver's door and the ignition

is in the ON/RUN (engine not running) position,
a chime will sound to remind you to place the
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ignition in the OFF position. In addition to the
chime, the "Vehicle On" message will display in
the cluster.
WARNING!
CAUTION!