The one thing I wished I added - proximity key

[Lumberjack500]

i am very happy with my truck. However, my advice to anyone ordering, GET THE PROXIMITY KEY. That damn key fob is so big. I had the proximity on my last car and really miss it. I really thought I ordered it but sadly no. It’s kinda of ridiculous with push button start it’s not standard.

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[LongTimeListener]

You raise a fair point. I didn’t get it because $500 seems outrageous. But the fob is definitely huge. I smell a conspiracy to force people to buy the proximity key in order to solve a fake problem!

 

[Jeepers!]

Yeah it should be standard. At this point I consider it a necessity.

 

[Oilburner]

It’s kinda of ridiculous with push button start it’s not standard.

Quoted for troof-
It’s as if Jeep expects people to keep the mega-fob loose n your pocket, pull it out to unlock the door, then stick it in the console (remember they pointed out how well it fits there). Then when you get to where you’re going, pick up the fob & use it to lock the doors.

 

[spazzyfry123]

We’re running through our spec before ordering and noticed that it was an option. I had honestly thought it was standard. My base Chevy Equinox company car has it standard for crying out loud! Definitely have become accustomed to having that with hands full getting in and out. Thanks!

 

[Murgatroid]

i am very happy with my truck. However, my advice to anyone ordering, GET THE PROXIMITY KEY. That damn key fob is so big. I had the proximity on my last car and really miss it. I really thought I ordered it but sadly no. It’s kinda of ridiculous with push button start it’s not standard.

Wasn't even an option on my Sport S and I needed the Max tow so there was nothing I could do. I was bummed when I found out. I hate there fob, my last cars fob was a more comfortable shape in my pocket and not quite as big. The first day, I set off the alarm. I was at the other end of the house, and somehow bumped the button. My old one, the button was not set above the fob. It is so easy to push the buttons when they are in your pocket. And did I say it is big.
Also, does everyone's fob look like it is coming apart around the corner by the P in Jeep that doesn't have the keyring loop and along the edge under the Jeep name?

 

[Mr._Bill]

I got these covers for them. Makes a big difference. Also, key doesn't open in my pocket anymore.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07TCKHYTV/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[SATXVolGladiator]

I got these covers for them. Makes a big difference. Also, key doesn't open in my pocket anymore.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07TCKHYTV/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Thank you, finally took delivery of my JT today and have had the emergency key release multiple times. Will be picking this up right away!

 

[Phljeeper]

I agree with the proximity but also highly recommend replacing the fob with a smaller one. My first upgrade to the Gladiator.

 

[Jtgladiator]

Where did you find that @Phljeeper ? Did you have to reprogram the remote?

 

[Phljeeper]

AJT Design.

https://www.ajtdesign-llc.com/online-store/Wrangler-JL-c34349008

 

[JT614]

I had the prox key on my last two GJC's. Without out a doubt this was a necessity on my JT. Hard to believe it's not standard across all makes and models. I do agree that the fob is an unnecessary beast. Then to make things worse the key-trigger button is touchy so it triggers at the smallest touch #notlikemeofcourse

 

[Godfadr]

AJT Design.

https://www.ajtdesign-llc.com/online-store/Wrangler-JL-c34349008

Ok...I need one of these

 

[Godfadr]

i am very happy with my truck. However, my advice to anyone ordering, GET THE PROXIMITY KEY. That damn key fob is so big. I had the proximity on my last car and really miss it. I really thought I ordered it but sadly no. It’s kinda of ridiculous with push button start it’s not standard.

Yep...wish mine had it. I know, 'First World Problems' but it is nice.

PS. If my 18-year-old-self came through time, they would be laughing at me right now.

 

[BrandRezake]

I completely agree with this. I did not order this "upgrade" because I thought to myself "Oh whatever, it's a Jeep". But yeah, it would def be nice to have. However, to get around it I have found a solution that makes me feel 1000X better.

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