2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE battery replacement

1. A weak battery in the transmitter. The expected life of
the battery is a minimum of three years.
2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station
tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios.
Transmitter Battery Service
The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032
battery.
NOTE:Do not touch the battery terminals that are on
the back housing or the printed circuit board.
1. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use a small
screwdriver or similar flat object to pry the two halves of
the transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the
rubber gasket during removal.2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the
new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause
battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with
rubbing alcohol.
Separating Transmitter Halves
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▫Maintenance-Free Battery................324
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance.............325
▫Power Steering Fluid Check..............326
▫Body Lubrication.....................327
▫Windshield Wiper Blades................327
▫Windshield Washers — Front And Rear.....328
▫Exhaust System......................328
▫Cooling System.......................329
▫Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses.......334
▫Brake System........................334
▫Automatic Transmission................336
▫Transfer Case........................339
▫Front/Rear Axle Fluid..................340▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................340

Fuse Panel...........................345
▫Interior Fuses........................345
▫Underhood Fuses
(Power Distribution Center)..............346
▫Underhood Fuses
(Integrated Power Module)..............348

Vehicle Storage........................350

Replacement Bulbs......................350

Bulb Replacement......................351
▫Head Light..........................351
▫Front Turn Signal.....................353
▫Front Fog Light......................354
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cap until aclickingsound is heard. This is an indication
that the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the odometer
reset button to turn the message off. If the problem
persists, the message will appear the next time the
vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If
the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will
turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). Resolving
the problem will turn the MIL light off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states which have an I/M (Inspection and
Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the
following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)is functioning and is not on when the engine is running,
and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready
for testing.
Normally, the OBD system will be ready. The OBD
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery
replacement. If the OBD system should be determined
not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD system is ready, you must do
the following:
1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank
or start the engine.
3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
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4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal
bulb check.
5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn off the
ignition key or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD system isnot readyand you shouldnot
proceed to the I/M station.
b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start
the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD system
isreadyand you can proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD system isnot ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD system is
ready or not ready, if the MIL symbol is illuminated
during normal vehicle operation, you should have your
vehicle serviced before going to the I/M station. The I/M
station can fail your vehicle because the MIL symbol is on
with the engine running.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine Moparparts for normal/scheduled
maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to in-
sure the designed performance. Damage or failures
caused by the use of non-Moparparts for maintenance
and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer’s
warranty.
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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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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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Interior Lights....................... 111,115
Intermittent Wipers...................... 118
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 298
Jack Operation.......................298,300
Jacking Instructions...................... 300
Jump Starting.......................... 303
Key, Programming........................ 14
Key, Replacement........................ 13
Key, Sentry............................. 12
Key-In Reminder......................... 12
Keyless Entry System...................... 18
Keys.................................. 11
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 28
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)....58,59Lead Free Gasoline...................... 277
Leaks, Fluid............................ 66
Liftgate................................ 23
Liftgate Flipper Glass...................... 24
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer............. 155
Lights..............................65,111
Airbag............................51,165
Alarm............................... 65
Anti-Lock........................... 165
Automatic Headlights................... 113
Back-Up............................. 355
Battery Saver......................... 112
Brake Warning........................ 164
Bulb Replacement...................... 351
Cargo .............................. 150
Center Mounted Stop................... 356
Cruise.............................. 169
Daytime Running...................... 115
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............. 112,116
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