2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE maintenance

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1INTRODUCTION.............................................................3
2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..............................9
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE..............................55
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...................................123
5STARTING AND OPERATING.................................................173
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES..............................................235
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...............................................249
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES..................................................295
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE.........................................317
10INDEX....................................................................327
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and the narrower track, if this vehicle is out of control it
may roll over when some other vehicles may not.
Do not attempt sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers or other
unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle
control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result
in an accident, roll over of the vehicle, and severe or fatal
injury. Drive carefully.Failure to use driver and passenger seat beltsprovided
is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S.
government notes that the universal use of existing seat
belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more
each year, and could reduce disabling injuries by 2
million annually. In a roll over crash an unbelted person
is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing
a seat belt. Always buckle up.
This manual has been prepared with the assistance of
service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with
the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is
supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and
various customer oriented documents. You are urged to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
INTRODUCTION 5
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Airbag Warning Light
You will want to have the airbag system ready to inflate
for your protection in an impact. The airbag system is
designed to be maintenance free. If any of the following
occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system
promptly:
²Does not come on during the 6 to 8 seconds after the
ignition switch is first turned on.
²Remains on after the 6 to 8 second interval.
²Comes on for any period of time while driving.
Child Restraint
Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the
time Ð babies and children, too. Every state in the United
States and all Canadian provinces require that small
children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law,
and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck-
led up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash
statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in
the rear seats rather than in the front.
WARNING!
In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny
baby, can become a missile inside the vehicle. The
force required to hold even an infant on your lap can
become so great that you could not hold the child, no
matter how strong you are. The child and others
could be badly injured. Any child riding in your
vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child's
size.
Infants and Small Children
There are different sizes and types of restraints for
children from newborn size to the child almost large
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NTo Resume Speed......................87
NTo Vary The Speed Setting................87
NTo Accelerate For Passing................87
NDriving Up Or Down Hills...............88
mOverhead Console.......................89
NDome/Reading Lights...................89
NElectronic Vehicle Information Center........90
NTire Pressure Monitor System Ð If Equipped . . .92
NGeneral Information....................95
NCustomer Programmable Features..........95
NCompass/Temperature/Trip Computer......101
NTrip Computer.......................103
mGarage Door Opener Ð If Equipped.........106NWhen Your Vehicle Is New..............107
NProgramming Homelink................108
NGate Operator/Canadian Programming.....111
NUsing Homelink......................111
mPower Sunroof Ð If Equipped.............112
NExpress Open Mode...................112
NManual Open Mode...................112
NClosing Operation.....................113
NVent Operation.......................113
NIgnition Off Operation..................113
NSunshade Operation...................114
NMaintenance.........................114
mPower Outlet..........................115
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 57
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Tire Pressure Monitor System Ð If Equipped
The Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system uses wireless
technology to monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors,
mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit
tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the over-
head console.The tire pressure is shown in the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) display. The TPM system
remains active even if it is not displayed in the EVIC.
CAUTION!
The TPM system is designed to monitor your tire
pressure and will not function as a tire pressure
gauge while adjusting the pressure in your tires.
There will be a delay between the instant you adjust
the air pressure in a tire and when the system
updates the display.
NOTE:The TPM system can inform you about a low or
high tire pressure condition, but it does not replace
normal tire maintenance.
The TPM system is not intended to provide you with
notification of rapid pressure loss.
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Sunshade Operation
The sunshade covering the glass in the panel will open
with the sunroof and must be closed manually. It can also
be opened and closed manually without activating the
sunroof. This will allow you to enjoy the warmth of the
sun during the winter months.WARNING!
In an accident, there is greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could be
seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat
belt properly and be sure all passengers are properly
secured too.
Maintenance
Care should be taken in cleaning the inside of the glass.
Use only nonabrasive cleaners and a soft cloth.
WARNING!
Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof,
and never allow objects to project through the sun-
roof opening. Injury may result.
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mRemote Sound System Controls Ð If Equipped . . 160
NRadio Operation......................161
NTape Player.........................161
NCD Player Ð Single Disc In Radio.........162
NCD Player Ð 10 Disc In Cargo Area........162
mCassette Tape And Player Maintenance.......162
mCD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............163
mRadio Operation And Cellular Phones........164
mClimate Controls.......................164
NAir Conditioning.....................164NBlower Control.......................165
NTemperature Control...................165
NMode Selection.......................166
NInfrared Dual-Zone Climate Control Ð If
Equipped...........................167
NWindow Fogging.....................170
mRear Window Features...................170
NRear Window Wiper/Washer.............170
NRear Window Defroster.................171
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 125
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CD Player Ð Single Disc in Radio
Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next
track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once
will go to the beginning of the current track or to the
beginning of the previous track if it is within one second
after the current track begins to play.
If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the
second track, three times, it will play the third, etc.
The button in the center of the left hand switch has no
function in this mode.
CD Player Ð 10 Disc in Cargo Area
Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next
track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once
will go to the beginning of the current track or to the
beginning of the previous track if it is within one second
after the current track begins to play.If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the
second track, three times, it will play the third, etc.
The button in the center of the left hand switch will cause
the CD changer to play the next available disc in the
10±disc magazine.
The center button will skip to the next CD in the 10±disc
magazine.
CASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE
To keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition,
take the following precautions:
1. Do not use cassette tapes longer than C-90; otherwise,
sound quality and tape durability will be greatly dimin-
ished.
2. Keep the cassette tape in its case to protect from
slackness and dust when it is not in use.
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