2008 Jeep Patriot Owner's Manual - Page 21

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Disarm The Security Alarm System 1. Press UNLOCK on the RKE transmitter. 2. Starting the vehicle with a valid Sentry Key will disarm the Security Alarm. A valid key is one that is programmed to your vehicle. A valid key will disarm the Security Alarm System; an invalid key will allow the engine to run for two seconds and stop. Security Alarm System Manual Override The Security Alarm System will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger. REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)- IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate or activate the panic alarm from distances up to 66 ft (20 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. Three Button RKE Transmitter 2 NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects.