Power locks (dumb) questions

[Purzell]

OK, so I have power locks on my new XJ, but not keyless entry. I thought I was locking up the car when I hit the lock button on the driver's side but I found out that the driver's side does not lock when I do that. I have to lock it with a key. Every other door does lock. Normal or not normal?

I am thinking of adding keyless entry to the Jeep. Any recommendations?

 

[Amauri]

Normal. Are you just missing the remotes?

 

[Purzell]

missing remotes?

I don't know...I was not told that it might have had remotes. How can I tell if it is supposed to? I only got it with two keys and they are copy keys, not the originals.

 

[Amauri]

Well idk how you can tell. When I got mine I took it to the stealership and bought a remote and had them program it(you can't program it yourself with my perticular model).

 

[Amauri]

Here you go:
http://www.cherokeeforum.com/f2/xj-keyless-entry-39798/

 

[StumpXJ]

I wouldnt waste your time or money on the factory remote system, even if you do have the option. I have two 96 sports, and both had that system. It sucks. It uses an infared signal (like a TV remote) instead of normal radio signal. You literally be standing right next to it. You will be much better off with an aftermarket unit. I installed one with remote start and lock unlock etc etc. Also, when I hit any lock button, ALL the doors lock on both of my XJ's. Even before my aftermarket install... You have an issue there.

~ James

 

[Black Dog]

I've got remote entry on mine but don't use it, I just don't like having that big key fob in my pocket. But when I hit the lock button all my doors lock. I do have a problem with one back door though, sometimes it locks and some times it doesn't. The little electrical actuator thing works because it makes a "vrrrrr" sound, so there evidently is some sort of linkage or something inside there that is busted or something. That might be something to check out on yours.

 

[Root Moose]

IF I'm not mistaken his XJ is a 97+. He should have the "modern" style remotes that work pretty decently.

 

[Toolman]

hold open the drivers inside door handle and press the power lock button that should lock the drivers door with all the rest.. it's there as a safety so you don't lock your keys inside by bumping the button.. pretty common on all cars with power locks..

 

[StumpXJ]

IF I'm not mistaken his XJ is a 97+. He should have the "modern" style remotes that work pretty decently.

If thats the case... forget what I said and carry on. I could have sworn he said it was a 96, but it was early (pre-coffee) when I posted...:elkgrin:

~ Stump

 

[Purzell]

If you're talking about mine, it's a 1997, so I'll look into the door handle holding and read that link, thanks guys...oh, and it's a "Her's" Jeep.