2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE wheel

nuts until each nut has been tightened twice. Correct
wheel nut tightness is 130 N·m (95 ft. lbs). If in doubt
about the correct tightness, have them checked with a
torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service
station.
10. Lower the jack to it’s fully closed position.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve-
hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in
the places provided.
11. Secure the tire, jack, and tools in their proper loca-
tions.
NOTE:Tire should be stowed with the “beauty” side
up. Storing the tire upside down may result in scratchingor damage to the wheel face. Continue winching up the
tire until you hear the winch “ratchet” three times.
Double check to ensure the tire is snug against the
underbody of the vehicle. Damage to the winch cable
may result if the vehicle is driven with the tire loose.
12. Reinstall the rubber plug into the floor of the cargo
area.
JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE
NOTE:Check the test indicator on top of battery for
battery fluid level. If the indicator is clear, the level is low.
Add water to the proper level and reinstall the vent caps
before attempting to jump start the vehicle.
1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry
such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an
unintended electrical contact.
2. When boost is provided by a battery in another
vehicle, park that vehicle within booster cable reach but
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 303
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CAUTION!
Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a
vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for
tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could
damage your vehicle.
WARNING!
Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow
hooks. Tow straps and chains may break, causing
serious injury.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
2WD Models Only
Provided the transmission is operable, tow only in N
(Neutral) at speeds not exceeding 30 mph (48 km/h), for
distances of not more than 15 miles (24 km). Towing at
more than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for more than 15 miles
(24 km) can cause severe transmission damage. If the
transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be
towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 15
miles (24 km), remove the driveshaft or tow with all four
wheelsOFFthe ground. Acceptable methods are to tow
the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle
raised and the other end on a towing dolly.
4WD Models Only
The manufacturer recommends towing with all four
wheelsOFFthe ground. Acceptable methods are to tow
the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle
raised and the other end on a towing dolly.
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•If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or
similar cause which destroys the paint and protective
coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos-
sible. The cost of such repairs is considered the respon-
sibility of the owner.
•If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., assure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
•If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
•Use MoparTouch-Up Paint on scratches as soon as
possible. Your authorized dealer has touch-up paint to
match the color of your vehicle.
•Aluminum wheels should be cleaned regularly with
mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove
heavy soil, select a nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Donot use scouring pads or metal polishes. Avoid auto-
matic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh
brushes that may damage the wheels’ protective fin-
ish.
Interior Care
Use MoparFabric Cleaner to clean fabric upholstery
and carpeting.
Use MoparVinyl Cleaner to clean vinyl upholstery.
MoparVinyl Cleaner is specifically recommended for
interior vinyl trim.
Do not use silicon based cleaning products on leather
seats. They could cause cracking of the seat leather.
Leather Seat Care & Cleaning
Leather is best preserved by regular cleaning with a
damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an
abrasive and damage the leather surface and should be
removed promptly with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils can
342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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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Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 170
Fog .......................... 116,170,354
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator............... 168
Fuses............................... 345
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 296
Headlight Switch...................... 113
Headlights........................... 351
Headlights On With Wipers............... 113
High Beam Indicator.................... 164
Instrument Cluster................... 113,115
Interior........................... 111,115
Lights On Reminder.................... 115
LowTire ............................ 167
Malfunction Indicator................... 164
Map Reading......................... 111
Oil Pressure.......................... 166
Passing............................. 116
Reading.......................... 111,137
Rear Servicing........................ 355Rear Tail............................ 355
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 169
Service.............................. 351
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 164
Side Marker.......................... 355
Tow/Haul Indicator.................... 168
Traction Control....................... 166
Turn Signal.................. 112,116,353,355
Vanity Mirror.......................... 76
Voltage............................. 170
Load Floor, Cargo....................... 154
Loading Vehicle
Tires ............................... 259
Locks................................. 15
Automatic Door........................ 17
Child Protection........................ 16
Door................................ 15
Liftgate, Tailgate........................ 15
Power Door........................... 17
400 INDEX

Lumbar Support....................... 101
Memory............................. 106
Power.............................. 102
Rear Folding......................... 103
Reclining............................ 100
Security Against Theft..................... 15
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............22,166
Selection of Oil......................... 318
Sentry Key............................. 12
Sentry Key Programming................... 14
Sentry Key Replacement................... 13
Service Assistance....................... 384
Service Contract......................... 386
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . 164
Service Manuals........................ 389
Setting the Clock.....................188,202
Shifting
Automatic Transmission................. 233
Shoulder Belts........................... 28Signals, Turn................... 116,164,353,355
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 275
Snow Plow............................ 293
Spare Tire............................. 299
Spark Plugs............................ 321
Specifications
Fuel................................ 277
Oil ................................ 318
Speed Control.......................... 134
Speedometer........................... 164
Starting............................... 230
Automatic Transmission................. 230
Cold Weather......................231,232
Emergency (Jump Starting)............... 303
Engine Block Heater.................... 232
Engine Fails to Start.................... 231
Steering
Power.............................. 326
Wheel, Tilt........................... 120
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Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls............................. 211
Storage............................... 350
Storage, Behind the Seat................... 151
Storage Bin............................ 151
Storage Compartment, Center Seat........... 105
Storage, Vehicle......................224,350
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 350
Sun Roof.............................. 145
Sunglass Storage........................ 137
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 37
Tachometer............................ 166
Temperature Control, Automatic............. 218
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......... 167
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 58
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo................... 153
Tilt Steering Column..................... 120
Time Delay, Headlight.................... 117Tire and Loading Information Placard......259,260
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 258
Tire Markings.......................... 254
Tire Safety Information.................... 254
Tires ...............................65,263
Air Pressure.......................... 264
Alignment and Balance.................. 268
Chains.............................. 275
Changing............................ 298
General Information.................... 263
High Speed.......................... 265
Inflation Pressures..................... 264
Jacking............................. 298
Load Capacity.....................259,260
Pressure Monitor System................. 269
Pressure Warning Light.................. 167
Radial.............................. 266
Replacement......................... 267
Rotation............................. 276
406 INDEX

Safety............................65,254
Sizes............................... 256
Spare Tire........................... 299
Spinning............................ 266
Tread Wear Indicators................... 267
Wheel Mounting....................... 302
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 285
Torque Converter Clutch.................. 238
Tow Hooks, Emergency................... 305
Tow/Haul Indicator Light................. 168
Towing............................283,306
Disabled Vehicle....................... 306
Recreational.......................... 290
Traction Control......................... 121
Traction Control Light..................121,166
Traction Control Switch................... 121
Trailer Towing.......................... 283
Cooling System Tips.................... 287
Tips ................................ 287Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 285
Warnings............................ 284
Wiring.............................. 286
Transfer Case........................... 339
Maintenance.......................... 339
Transmission
Automatic........................233,336
Maintenance.......................... 336
Range Indicator....................... 169
Shifting............................. 233
Transmitter Battery Service.................. 21
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener............ 138
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry............ 18
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 267
Turn Signals................... 116,164,353,355
Underhood Fuses.....................346,348
Universal Transmitter..................... 138
Upholstery Care........................ 342
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