Lost your key fob or need to program a new one for your 2000 Jeep Cherokee? Don’t worry, programming your key fob can often be done right at home without a trip to the dealership. This guide provides two simple methods to program your 2000 Jeep Cherokee key fob, ensuring you regain remote access to your vehicle quickly and easily.
Before you begin, it’s important to understand that the 2000 Jeep Cherokee models are equipped with a standard keyless entry system. These programming methods are designed for standard key fobs and may not apply to aftermarket systems or if your vehicle has additional security features beyond the factory setup. Make sure you have your original, working key fob (if available) or your new, unprogrammed key fob ready before starting.
Method A: Standard Customer Programming
This method is straightforward and can be attempted first.
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Resynchronize Transmitter (Initial Step for Both Methods): Begin by pressing the LOCK button on your key fob five times in a row, with each press being about 2 seconds apart. This step helps to ensure the transmitter is ready for programming. After this, try to operate your key fob. If it now works, then programming is complete, and you can stop here.
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Ignition to Run Position: Turn your Jeep Cherokee’s ignition key to the RUN position. This is the position just before starting the engine. Wait for the ignition chimes to stop completely before proceeding to the next step.
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Press and Hold UNLOCK (with Original Fob): Take any original, already programmed key fob that works with your vehicle. Press and HOLD the UNLOCK button on this working transmitter for a duration of 4 to 10 seconds.
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Enter Programming Mode: While still holding the UNLOCK button, press and release the PANIC button for one second. Then, release both the UNLOCK and PANIC buttons simultaneously. You should hear a chime sound. This chime indicates that your Jeep Cherokee has successfully entered the key fob programming mode. Allow up to 3 seconds for the chime to sound.
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Program New Transmitter: Now, take the new key fob you wish to program. Press and release both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on this new transmitter at the same time for one second.
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Confirmation Chime: Immediately after releasing the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the new fob, press and release any button on the same new transmitter (like the lock or unlock button again). If the programming is successful for this new transmitter, you will hear another chime sound.
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Program Additional Fobs (If Needed): If you have more key fobs to program, repeat steps 5 and 6 for each additional transmitter you want to program.
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Exit Programming Mode: Once you have programmed all desired key fobs, turn the ignition key to the OFF position. This will exit the transmitter programming mode. The system will also automatically exit programming mode after 60 seconds if no further programming steps are taken. Ensure all programming is completed within this timeframe.
Method B: Alternative Customer Programming
This is a slight variation of Method A and might be effective if Method A does not work.
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Resynchronize Transmitter: As with Method A, start by pressing the LOCK button 5 times at 2-second intervals to resynchronize the transmitter. Test the fob; if it works, you are done.
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Ignition to Run: Turn the ignition to the RUN position and wait for the chimes to stop.
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Hold UNLOCK and Press PANIC (with Original Fob): Using an original working transmitter, press and hold the UNLOCK button for 4 to 10 seconds. While continuing to hold the UNLOCK button, press and release the PANIC button. Listen for the chime indicating programming mode entry (allow 3 seconds).
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Program All Transmitters: For this method, you need to program all key fobs you want to use, including any previously programmed ones. Press any button on each transmitter you want to be programmed into the system. A chime will sound each time a transmitter is successfully programmed.
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Exit Programming Mode: Turn the ignition to the OFF position to exit the key fob programming mode.
Important Notes:
- Ensure you are within range of your vehicle when programming the key fobs.
- If you do not hear the chime sounds, double-check that you are following each step precisely.
- If you continue to have issues programming your 2000 Jeep Cherokee key fob, it may be necessary to consult a professional locksmith or your local Jeep dealership for assistance. They will have diagnostic tools and expertise to handle more complex programming needs.
By following these methods, you should be able to program your 2000 Jeep Cherokee key fob and regain the convenience of remote locking and unlocking.
