2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE light

Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)
1. Remove the two screws securing the CHMSL.2. Twist the bulb socket to remove from the CHMSL
housing.
3. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
4. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket and reattach the
CHMSL.
356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Once a Month
•Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission, and add as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect brake hoses.
•Check the engine coolant/anti-freeze level, hoses, and
clamps.
•After completion of off-road operation, the underside
of the vehicle should be thoroughly inspected. Exam-
ine threaded fasteners for looseness.
364 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who
has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter
(TTY) in the United States can communicate with the
manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY.
Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for your
vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex-
pected repairs after your manufacturer’s new vehicle
limited warranty expires. The manufacturer stands be-
hind only the manufacturer’s Service Contracts. If you
purchased a manufacturer’s Service Contract, you will
receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card
in the mail within three weeks of your vehicle delivery
date. If you have any questions about your service
contract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract Na-
tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922.
The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer’s Service Contract. If you purchased aservice contract that is not a manufacturer’s Service
Contract, and you require service after your manufactur-
er’s new vehicle limited warranty expires, please refer to
your contract documents, and contact the person listed in
those documents.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased your new vehicle. Your dealer has
also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
your ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
See your manufacturer’s Warranty Information Booklet
for information on warranty coverage and transfer of
warranty.
386 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System............165,246
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 156
Adjustable Pedals....................... 132
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 323
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 325
Air Conditioning........................ 213
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 217
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 326
Air Conditioning System.................. 213
Air Filter.............................. 323
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 264
Airbag................................ 37
Airbag Deployment....................... 49
Airbag Light.......................51,65,165
Airbag Maintenance....................... 51
Alarm..............................22,166
Alarm System........................... 22
Alignment and Balance................... 268
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 8Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 210
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................ 357
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 246
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 165
Anti-Theft System.....................22,166
Appearance Care........................ 340
Auto Down Power Windows................ 26
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 73
Automatic Door Locks..................... 17
Automatic Headlights..................... 113
Automatic Temperature Control............. 218
Automatic Transmission................233,336
Adding Fluid......................... 338
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 336
Fluid Level Check...................... 337
Fluid Type........................... 336
Special Additives...................... 339
Torque Converter...................... 238
Autostick............................. 235
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Auxiliary Electrical Outlet.................. 148
Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 148
Battery............................... 324
Emergency Starting..................... 303
Keyless Transmitter Replacement............ 21
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 112
Belts, Drive............................ 320
Belts, Seat.............................. 28
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 327
B-Pillar Location........................ 259
Brake System........................... 334
Anti-Lock........................... 246
Hoses.............................. 335
Master Cylinder....................... 335
Parking............................. 244
Trailer Towing........................ 284
Warning Light........................ 164
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 234Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 63
Bulb Replacement.....................350,351
Calibration, Compass..................... 182
Capacities, Fluid........................ 357
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 281
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 331
Car Washes............................ 341
Carbon Monoxide Warning............64,140,280
Cargo Area Cover....................... 151
Cargo Area Features...................... 150
Cargo Compartment...................... 150
Light............................... 150
Luggage Carrier....................... 157
Cargo Light............................ 150
Cargo Load Floor........................ 154
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 153
Carpeting............................. 343
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Catalytic Converter...................... 321
Caution, Exhaust Gas..................... 140
CD Player..........................186,200
Cellular Phone.......................... 76
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 356
Chains, Tire............................ 275
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 298
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 256
Checks, Safety........................... 65
Child Restraint....................53,54,59,61
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............58,59
Child Safety Locks........................ 16
Climate Control......................... 213
Clock................................ 188
Compact Disc Maintenance................. 212
Compass...........................178,182
Compass Calibration..................... 182
Compass Variance....................... 183
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 178Console, Overhead....................... 137
Contract, Service........................ 386
Converter, Catalytic...................... 321
Cooling System......................... 329
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 331
Coolant Capacity...................... 357
Coolant Level......................... 332
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 332
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 330
Inspection........................... 329
Points to Remember.................... 333
Pressure Cap......................... 331
Radiator Cap......................... 331
Selection of Coolant..................330,357
Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 323
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 134
Cruise Light........................... 169
Cup Holder............................ 149
Customer Assistance..................... 384
394 INDEX

Data Recorder, Event...................... 51
Daytime Running Lights................... 115
Dealer Service.......................... 316
Defroster, Rear Window................... 214
Defroster, Windshield................65,215,222
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 313
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 116
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 337
Oil (Engine).......................... 316
Power Steering........................ 326
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 306
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 320
Used Engine Fluids..................... 320
Door Locks............................. 15
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 17
Door Opener, Garage..................... 138
Doors................................. 15Drive Belts............................ 320
Driving............................... 249
Off-Pavement......................... 250
Off-Road............................ 250
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 75
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary................. 148
Electronic Speed Control................... 134
Electronic Stability Program................ 124
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 170
Electronic Vehicle Information Center.......168,171
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 238
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 296
Jacking............................. 298
Jump Starting......................... 303
Tow Hooks.......................... 305
Emission Control System Maintenance......314,362
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Flooded Engine Starting................... 231
Fluid Capacities......................... 357
Fluid Leaks............................. 66
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission...............336,337
Engine Oil........................... 316
Power Steering........................ 326
Fog Light Service........................ 354
Fog Lights....................... 116,170,354
Folding Rear Seat........................ 103
Four Wheel Drive....................... 239
Operation........................... 239
Systems............................. 239
Four Wheel Drive Operation................ 239
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 296
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 238
Front Axle............................. 340
Fuel................................. 277
Filler Cap............................ 281Filler Door........................... 281
Filter............................... 323
Gasoline............................ 277
Gauge.............................. 169
Materials Added....................... 279
Octane Rating........................ 277
Requirements......................... 357
Tank Capacity........................ 357
Fuel System Caution...................279,282
Fuses................................ 345
Garage Door Opener..................... 138
GasCap ...........................281,313
Gasoline.............................. 277
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 278
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends................ 278
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 167
Fuel................................ 169
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