Having a key fob for your 1997 Jeep Cherokee adds a layer of convenience to your daily drives. If you’re looking to program a new key fob or reprogram an existing one, you’ve come to the right place. This guide provides simple, step-by-step instructions to program your 1997 Jeep Cherokee keyless entry remote, ensuring you regain the ease of remote locking and unlocking.
Programming Your 1997 Jeep Cherokee Key Fob – Step-by-Step
Programming your 1997 Jeep Cherokee remote is a straightforward process you can complete yourself without special tools. Follow these instructions carefully to successfully program your key fob:
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Prepare the Vehicle: Begin by opening the driver’s side door and leaving it open throughout the entire programming procedure.
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Engage the Door Lock: Locate the mechanical door lock lever on the driver’s door. Manually move this lever to the LOCK position.
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Ignition to Run (Engine Off): Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch. Turn the key to the RUN position. It’s crucial not to start the engine; simply turn the key to the position just before starting the vehicle.
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Program the First Remote: Take the key fob transmitter you wish to program. Aim the transmitter directly at the receiver (typically located in the general area of the rearview mirror or overhead console, though specific location can vary – consult your owner’s manual if unsure). Press and hold the LOCK button (the right button on a standard two-button Jeep remote) for approximately 5 seconds. If the programming is successful, you should hear the door locks cycle – they will unlock to indicate the receiver has accepted the programming signal.
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Program Additional Remotes (Optional): If you have more than one remote transmitter to program for your 1997 Jeep Cherokee, you must program all of them in this sequence, up to a maximum of four. To program subsequent remotes, repeat the process from the beginning of Step 5: First, return the mechanical door lock lever on the driver’s door to the LOCK position again. Then, aim the next transmitter 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 remote you need to program.
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Finalize Programming: Once you have programmed all desired transmitters (or just one), you must finalize the programming sequence. Turn the ignition key OFF, and then immediately turn it back ON to the RUN position again within 20 seconds of programming the last transmitter. This step is essential to ensure that only the remotes programmed during this session are recognized by your Jeep’s system.
By following these steps, you should have successfully programmed your 1997 Jeep Cherokee key fob. You can now test the remote to ensure it locks and unlocks your doors as expected.
Taken from: www.jeepremotes.com
