Jeep 2008 Patriot - Manual (Page 21)

To Disarm The Security Alarm System
1. Press UNLOCK on the RKE transmitter.
2. Starting the vehicle with a valid Sentry Key
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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.
NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked
with metal objects.
Three Button RKE Transmitter
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