Lost your key fob or need to program a new one for your Jeep Grand Cherokee? You might be surprised to learn that programming your key fob at home is a straightforward process for certain models. This guide provides easy-to-follow instructions to program your 2-button remote for your Jeep Grand Cherokee, saving you time and a trip to the dealership.
Step-by-Step Jeep Grand Cherokee Key Fob Programming Instructions
Before you begin, ensure you have all the key fobs you intend to use with your vehicle, as all fobs must be programmed in the same session. Here’s how to program your Jeep Grand Cherokee key fob:
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Driver’s Side Door Prep: Open the driver’s side door and leave it open throughout the programming procedure. This is crucial for the system to enter programming mode.
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Lock the Driver’s Door: Manually move the mechanical door lock lever on the driver’s door to the LOCK position.
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Ignition to RUN: Insert your ignition key into the ignition and turn it to the RUN position. Important: Do not start the engine. Simply turn the key to the position just before starting the car, where the dashboard lights illuminate.
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Program the First Key Fob: Aim your first key fob at the receiver (typically located in the steering column area, consult your owner’s manual for exact location if unsure). Press and hold the LOCK (right) button on the key fob for 5 seconds. If the programming is successful, the door locks will unlock, indicating the receiver has accepted the new programming.
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Programming Additional Key Fobs (Optional): If you have additional key fobs to program, repeat the following steps immediately. First, return the mechanical door lock lever on the driver’s door to the LOCK position. Then, aim the next key fob at the receiver and press and hold the LOCK button for 5 seconds. Again, the door locks should unlock to confirm successful programming. Repeat this step for each additional key fob you need to program, up to a maximum of 4 fobs.
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Finalizing the Programming: Once you have programmed all desired key fobs, turn the ignition key OFF and then back ON within 20 seconds of programming the last key fob. This step finalizes the programming sequence. After this, only the key fobs programmed during this session will operate your Jeep Grand Cherokee’s locks.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have successfully programmed your Jeep Grand Cherokee key fob. By following these simple steps, you’ve avoided potential dealership costs and regained full control of your vehicle’s remote locking system. This DIY method is a convenient way to manage your key fobs and ensure you always have reliable access to your Jeep Grand Cherokee.
