2008 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE spare tire

CAUTION!
The winch mechanism is designed for use with the
jack extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or
other power tools is not recommended and can dam-
age the winch.
When the spare is clear, tilt the retainer at the end of the
cable and pull it through the center of the wheel.
Preparations For Jacking
Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoid ice or
slippery areas,set the parking brakeand place the gear
selector in P (Park). Turn OFF the ignition.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off
the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack
or changing the wheel.
²Turn on the Hazard Warning Flasher.
²Block both the front and rear
of the wheel diagonally oppo-
site of the jacking position.
For example, if changing the
right front tire, block the left
rear wheel.
²Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the
vehicle is being jacked.
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Jacking Instructions
1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and tools from storage.
2. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by
turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still
on the ground.
3. Assemble the jack and jacking tools as shown. Connect
jack handle driver (A) to two extensions (B), then to the
lug wrench (C).
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4. Locate the jack as shown. For the front axle, place it
under the front lower control arm as shown. For the rear
axle, place it under the axle near the wheel to be changed.
Ensure the jack is closest to the inside of the wheel when
jacking on the rear axle.Do not raise the vehicle until
you are sure the jack is fully engaged.
5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise.
Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface
and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire.
Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability.
Front Jacking Location
Rear Jacking Location
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WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make
the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and
hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough
to remove the tire.
6. Remove the lug nuts and wheel.
7. Position the spare wheel/tire on the vehicle and install
the lug nuts with the cone-shaped end toward the wheel.
Lightly tighten the nuts. To avoid the risk of forcing the
vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the nuts fully until the
vehicle has been lowered.
8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw counter
clockwise, and remove the jack and wheel blocks.
9.
Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the
wrench while tightening for increased leverage. Alternatenuts 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 ªbeautyº side
up. Storing the tire upside down may result in scratching
or damage to the wheel face. Continue winching up the
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Cav-
ityCartridge
FuseMini Fuse Description
13 10 Amp
RedAutowipe (R/A)
14 20 Amp
YellowCigar Ltr (R/A)
15 10 Amp
RedTire Pressure Trans-
ducers (R/O)
16 10 Amp
RedSteering Control Mod-
ule (SCM), Diag. Con-
nector, Cluster (B+)
17 15 Amp
BlueFlipper Glass (B+)
19 Spare
(R/S)
20 10 Amp
RedSentry Key Remote
Entry Module
(SKREEM), Cluster
(R/S)Cav-
ityCartridge
FuseMini Fuse Description
21 Spare
(Acc De-
lay)
22 15 Amp
BlueRear Wiper (B+)
24 10 Amp
RedPower Distribution
Center (PDC) Relays,
Final Drive Control
Module (FDCM),
Front Control Module
(FCM) (R/S), A580
(R/S)
25 10 Amp
RedShifter Assy (BTSI),
Trans. Case Switch,
ESP/ABS, Brake Supp
Rly Coil (R/S)
428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Miles 6,250 12,500 18,750 25,000 31,250
(Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000)
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Rotate the tires. X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct
stowage.X X XXX
Inspect the engine air filter element. Replace as
necessary.XXX
Replace the engine air filter element.XX
Replace the fuel filter/water separator unit. X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Drain the transfer case and refill.X
Drain and refill the front and rear axles. X X
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Miles 37,500 43,750 50,000 56,250 62,500
(Kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000)
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Rotate the tires. X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct
stowage.X X XXX
Inspect the engine air filter element. Replace as
necessary.XX
Replace the engine air filter element.XXX
Replace the fuel filter/water separator unit. X
Replace the engine accessory drive belt. X
Inspect the brake linings. X X X
Drain and refill the front and rear axles. X X X
Drain and refill the transmission fluid, and change
the filter.X
Drain the transfer case and refill.X
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Miles 68,750 75,000 81,250 87,500 93,750 100,000
(Kilometers) (110 000) (120 000) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000)
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X
Rotate the tires. X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and cor-
rect stowage.XXXXXX
Inspect the engine air filter element. Re-
place as necessary.XXX
Replace the engine air filter element.XXX
Replace the engine accessory drive belt. X
Replace the fuel filter/water separator unit. X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant/anti-
freeze.X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Drain the transfer case and refill. X
Drain and refill the front and rear axles. X X
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