Jeep Wrangler: Remote Start Front Defrost Activation and Comfort Systems — If Equipped / Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped

When Remote Start is activated, the front and rear defrost will automatically turn on in cold weather. The heated steering wheel and driver heated seat feature will turn on if programmed in the comfort menu screen within Uconnect Settings. In warm weather, the driver vented seat feature will automatically turn on when the Remote Start is activated, if programmed in the comfort menu screen. The vehicle will adjust the climate control settings depending on the outside ambient temperature.

Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped

The climate controls automatically adjust to an optimal temperature and mode, dependent on the outside ambient temperature. When the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position, the climate controls will resume their previous settings.

Manual Temperature Control (MTC) — If Equipped

  • In ambient temperatures of 40°F (4.5°C) or below, the climate settings will default to maximum heat, with fresh air entering the cabin. If the front defrost timer expires, the vehicle will enter Mix mode.
  • In ambient temperatures from 40°F (4.5°C) to 78°F (26°C), the climate settings will be based on the last settings selected by the driver.
  • In ambient temperatures of 78°F (26°C) or above, the climate settings will default to MAX A/C, Bi-Level mode, with Recirculation on.

For more information on ATC, MTC, and climate control settings.

NOTE:

These features will stay on through the duration of Remote Start, or until the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position. The climate control settings will change, and exit the automatic defaults, if manually adjusted by the driver while the vehicle is in Remote Start mode. This includes turning the climate controls off using the OFF button.

    Remote Start Front Defrost Activation

    When Remote Start is active, and the outside ambient temperature is 40°F (4.5°C) or below, the system will automatically activate front defrost for 15 minutes or less...

    Remote Start Cancel Message

    The following messages will display in the instrument cluster if the vehicle fails to Remote Start or exits Remote Start prematurely: Remote Start Cancelled — Door Open Remote Start Cancelled — Hood Open Remote Start Cancelled — Fuel Low Remote Start Cancelled — Swing Gate Open Remote Start Cancelled — Time Expired Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle To Reset The message will stay active until the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position...

    Other information:

    Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Intervention Regeneration Strategy — Message Process Flow


    This engine meets all required diesel engine emissions standards. To achieve these emissions standards, your vehicle is equipped with a state-of-the-art engine and exhaust system. These systems are seamlessly integrated into your vehicle and managed by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)...

    Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Instrument Cluster Descriptions


    Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000). CAUTION! Do not operate the engine with the tachometer pointer in the red area. Engine damage will occur. Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature...

    Categories

    REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (DIESEL)

    read more

     
    Copyright © 2026 www.jewrangler.com