2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE lights

•Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and
will not shift during travel.
•It is recommended thatanyhitches installed on your
vehicle be factory installed, or installed by a dealer
using factory approved parts. Factory approved parts
are specifically engineered with your vehicle’s perfor-
mance in mind, including the possibility that it will be
involved in an accident. Other hitches may not have
been so engineered. Vehicle performance, including
vehicle damage in an accident situation, may therefore
be different.
•If trailer towing is required and your vehicle is not
equipped with a trailer tow package, the Mopar
accessory towing harnesses are the only approved
method to provide for trailer lights. These harnesses
are designed to provide current to the trailer lights but
bypass the module designed to monitor tail lights.
Refer to the package instructions for details.
Trailer and Tongue Weight
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) means the weight of the
trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and
equipment loaded on the trailer when in actual under-
way towing condition. The best way to measure GTW is
to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The
entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the
scale.
Always load a trailer with 60% of the cargo weight in the
front of the trailer. This places approximately 10% to 15%
of the GTW on the tow hitch of your vehicle. This portion
of the GTW becomes the tongue weight.
Trailer sway control and equalizing hitch are required for
tongue weights above 350 lbs (159 kg)., i.e., trailer
weights heavier than 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg).
STARTING AND OPERATING 285
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▫Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Back-Up
Lights.............................355
▫Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) . . . 356

Fluid Capacities........................357
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine
Parts................................358
▫Engine.............................358
▫Chassis............................359
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309
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VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days you may want to take steps to protect your battery.
You may:
•Remove fuse #27 in the Intelligent Power Module
labeled Ignition-Off Draw (IOD#1).
•Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
Interior Lights Bulb Type
Glove Box Light......................... 194
Grab Handle Light................L002825W5W
Overhead Console Reading Lights..........VT4976
Rear Cargo Light.......................214–2
Visor Vanity Light.....................V26377
Underpanel Courtesy Lights................. 906
Instrument Cluster (General Illumination)....... 103
Telltale/Hazard Light...................... 74
* Available only from authorized dealers.
Exterior Lights Bulb Type
Backup Lights.........................3157A
Fog Lights.............................9145
Front Park Lights (Limited)...............194NA
Front Park Lights (Laredo)................194NA
Front Park/Turn Light (Limited)............3157A
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Exterior Lights Bulb Type
Front Park/Turn Light (Laredo)............3157A
Front Side Marker (Limited)..............194NA
Front Side Marker (Laredo)...............194NA
Headlights (Low Beam)...................9006
Headlights (High Beam)...................9005
Rear License Plate Light.................... 168
Rear Stop/Tail Lights....................3157A
Rear Turn Signal Lights (2)................3157A
NOTE:Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that
can be purchased from your authorized dealer.
If a bulb needs to be replaced, visit your authorized
dealer or refer to the applicable Service Manual.BULB REPLACEMENT
Head Light
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the headlamp cover.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351
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Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, and Back-Up Lights
1. Raise the liftgate.
2. Remove the two Torx fasteners.3. Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to remove it from the
housing.
4. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket.
5. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the
light assembly.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355
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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.
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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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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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