B0114moderate severityBody
Push Button Start System Circuit
on 2017 Jeep Compass 2.0L I4 Turbo · AWD
What this code means
Malfunction in the push button start system. The vehicle may not recognize the key fob for engine starting.
Symptoms
- Push button start not responding
- Must hold fob against button to start
- Start button illumination off
- Intermittent no-start with fob in vehicle
Common causes
- Start button switch failure
- Ring antenna at start button faulty
- Key fob battery low
- BCM/smart key module fault
- Start button wiring issue
Diagnostic steps
- Check key fob battery
- Test start button switch
- Check ring antenna at button
- Scan smart key module codes
- Test backup start method
Repair notes
Replace start button assembly or ring antenna. Ensure key fob battery is fresh.
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