2012 Jeep Patriot Owner Manual - Page 28

26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the halves together. engine will remote start: NOTE: If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw, • Shift lever in PARK reinstall and tighten the screw until snug. REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conveniently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security. The system has a range of approximately 300 ft (91 m). Obstructions between the vehicle and RKE transmitter may reduce this range. • Doors closed • Hood closed • Hazard switch off • Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed) • Ignition key removed from ignition switch • Battery at an acceptable charge level NOTE: • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic • RKE PANIC button not pressed transmission to be equipped with Remote Start. • System not disabled from previous remote start event • Obstructions between the vehicle and the Key Fob • Vehicle theft alarm not active may reduce this range.