2009 JEEP COMMANDER tire type

Jack Location
The scissor-type jack and tire changing tools are located
in a compartment behind the third row seat. Refer to
“Cargo Area Features” in Section 3 of this manual.
Spare Tire Stowage
The spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by
means of a cable winch mechanism. To remove or stow
the spare, use the jack handle to rotate the “spare tire
drive” nut. The nut is located under a plastic cover at the
center-rear of the cargo floor area, just inside the liftgate
opening.
CAUTION!
Do not use power tools to winch the tire up or down.
Impact type tools can damage the winch mechanism.
Jack Storage Location
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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.
WARNING!
Do not use power tools to winch the tire up or down.
Impact type tools may damage the winch mechanism.
12. Reinstall the rubber plug into the floor of the cargo
area.
JUMP STARTING
If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may
be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the
battery in another vehicle. This type of start can be
dangerous if done improperly, so follow this procedure
carefully.
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not
allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or cloth-
ing. Do not lean over a battery when attaching
clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other. If
acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush contami-
nated area immediately with large quantities of
water.
•A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flam-
mable and explosive. Keep flame or spark away
from the vent holes.
•Do not use a booster battery or any other booster
source that has a greater than 12-Volt system, i.e.
Do not use a 24-Volt power source.
1. Remove all metal jewelry such as watch bands or
bracelets, which might make an unintended electrical
contact.
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bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water
from a garden hose vertically down the face of the
condenser.
Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber,
cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at
the coolant recovery bottle and radiator. Inspect the
entire system for leaks.
With the engine at normal operating temperature (but
not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for
proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of
engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock.
If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti-
freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery
bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE
CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.Cooling System — Drain, Flush, And Refill
If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty and contains a
considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with
reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough
rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly
dispose of the old engine coolant (antifreeze).
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the
proper maintenance intervals.
Selection Of Coolant
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended engine cool-
ant (antifreeze). Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu-
ine Parts” in this section for the correct fluid type.
432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 320
Adding Fuel........................... 375
Adjustable Pedals....................... 152
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 424
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 426
Air Conditioning........................ 274
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 283
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone................ 281
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 427
Air Conditioning System.................. 274
Air Filter.............................. 424
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 347
Airbag................................ 52
Airbag Deployment....................... 59
Airbag Light.......................61,75,193
Airbag Maintenance....................... 61
Alarm, Panic............................ 24
Alarm (Security Alarm).................20,194
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 9Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 264
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................ 465
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............320,323
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 193
Anti-Theft System....................... 194
Appearance Care........................ 444
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm)......... 20
Assist, Hill Start........................ 332
Assistance Towing....................... 102
Auto Down Power Windows................ 35
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 84
Automatic Door Locks..................... 30
Automatic Headlights.................... 141
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 274
Automatic Transmission................299,440
Adding Fluid......................... 442
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 440
Fluid Level Check..................... 441
Fluid Type........................... 440
496 INDEX

Rear Heater............................ 281
Rear Park Sense System................... 156
Rear Seat, Fold and Tumble................ 128
Rear Seat, Folding....................128,132
Rear Window Defroster................... 181
Rear Window Features.................... 180
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 180
Rearview Mirrors........................ 83
Reclining Front Seats..................... 122
Recorder, Event Data...................... 62
Recreational Towing...................... 392
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)....... 393
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 395
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 368
Refrigerant............................ 427
Reminder, Lights On..................... 145
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 50
Remote Control
Starting System........................ 27Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 268
Remote Starting System.................... 27
Replacement Bulbs....................... 457
Replacement Keys........................ 18
Replacement Parts....................... 421
Replacement Tires....................... 353
Reporting Safety Defects................... 490
Restraints, Child......................... 64
Restraints, Occupant...................... 42
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 306
Roll Over Warning........................ 5
Roof Type Carrier....................... 181
Rotation, Tires.......................... 355
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 75
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 75
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 490
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 42
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