2009 JEEP COMMANDER heating

Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
CAUTION!
Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In
the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv-
ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor-
mance, have your vehicle serviced promptly. Contin-
ued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and
vehicle.NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust
system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas
where your exhaust system can contact anything that
can burn.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tuneup to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Electronic Stability Program............... 326
Traction Control System................. 324
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)............. 325
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 153
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 326
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 199
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC).............................197,200
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 306
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 400
Jacking............................. 401
Jump Starting......................... 409
Tow Hooks.......................... 411
Emission Control System Maintenance......419,470
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 424
Block Heater......................... 296
Break-In Recommendations................ 73Compartment...................415,416,417
Compartment Identification.........415,416,417
Cooling............................. 431
Exhaust Gas Caution................42,74,371
Fails to Start.......................... 295
Flooded, Starting...................... 295
Fuel Requirements..................367,465
Multi-Displacement.................... 323
Oil ..............................422,465
Oil Change Interval.................... 422
Oil Disposal.......................... 424
Oil Filter............................ 424
Oil Filter Disposal..................... 424
Oil Selection.......................423,465
Oil Synthetic......................... 424
Overheating.......................... 400
Starting............................. 292
Temperature Gauge.................... 196
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 423
500 INDEX

New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 73
Occupant Restraints....................... 42
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 367
Odometer..........................197,198
Trip ................................ 197
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road)..........313,443
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement)..........313,443
Oil Change Indicator..................... 205
Oil Change Indicator, Reset................. 205
Oil, Engine............................ 422
Capacity............................ 465
Change Interval....................... 422
Dipstick............................. 422
Disposal............................ 424
Filter............................... 424
Filter Disposal........................ 424
Identification Logo..................... 423
Materials Added to..................... 424Recommendation...................423,465
Synthetic............................ 424
Viscosity.........................423,465
Onboard Diagnostic System..............418,419
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 162
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)............ 6
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 85
Overdrive............................. 302
Overdrive OFF Switch.................... 302
Overhead Console....................... 162
Overheating, Engine...................196,400
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).........6,491
Paint Care............................. 444
Paint Damage.......................... 444
Panic Alarm............................ 24
Park Sense System, Rear................... 156
Parking Brake.......................... 318
Passing Light........................... 146
INDEX 507
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