2009 JEEP COMMANDER stop start

Hold down the NEUTRAL “pin” switch (with a pen, etc.)
for four seconds until the LED lamp by the switch starts
to blink, indicating shift in progress. The lamp will stop
blinking (stay on solid) when the NEUTRAL shift is
complete. A “4WD SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL” message will
display on the EVIC (Electronic Vehicle Information
Center). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)” in Section 4 of this manual.
5. Start the engine.
6. Shift the transmission into DRIVE.
Neutral Switch
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Hold down the NEUTRAL “pin” switch (with a pen, etc.)
for four seconds until the LED lamp by the switch starts
to blink, indicating shift in progress. The lamp will stop
blinking (go out) when shift is complete. The “4WD
SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL” message will no longer be
displayed on the EVIC (Electronic Vehicle Information
Center). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)” in Section 4 of this manual.
5. Shift the transmission into PARK.
6. Start the engine.
7. Shift the transmission into DRIVE.
Neutral Switch
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The pages that follow contain therequiredmaintenance
services determined by the engineers who designed your
vehicle.
Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed
maintenance intervals, there are other items that should
operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance.
However, if a malfunction of these items does occur, it
could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance.
These items should be inspected if a malfunction is
observed or suspected.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time tocheck the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off, or before starting the
engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level in the SAFE level range. Adding 1 U.S. Quart
(0.95L) of oil when the level is at the bottom of the SAFE
range will result in the level being at the top of the SAFE
range.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause
aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage
your engine.
Change Engine Oil
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the
proper maintenance intervals.
422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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

•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
ensure 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.........................3057K
Front Fog Lights........................9145
Front Park/Turn Light...................3157A
Front Side Marker...................... W5W
Headlights (Low Beam)...................9006
Headlights (High Beam)...................9005
Rear Turn/Stop/Tail Lights...............3057K
NOTE:Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that
can be purchased from your authorized dealer.
If a bulb needs to be replaced, visit your authorized
dealer or refer to the applicable Service Manual.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457
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Interior Lights.......................144,147
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 149
Introduction............................. 4
Inverter, Power......................... 175
Jack Location........................... 402
Jack Operation.......................401,404
Jacking Instructions...................... 404
Jump Starting.......................... 409
Key, Programming........................ 19
Key, Replacement........................ 18
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 17
Key-In Reminder......................... 17
Keyless Entry System...................... 21
Keyless Go.......................14,209,292
Keys................................. 14
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 43LATCH (Lower Anchors and
Tether for CHildren)....................68,69
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 367
Leaks, Fluid............................ 76
Life of Tires............................ 352
Liftgate................................ 37
Liftgate Flipper Glass...................... 38
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer............. 180
Lights..............................76,140
Airbag............................61,193
Alarm............................... 75
Anti-Lock........................... 193
Automatic Headlights................... 141
Back-Up............................ 462
Battery Saver......................... 145
Brake Assist Warning................... 336
Brake Warning........................ 191
Bulb Replacement...................... 458
Center Mounted Stop................... 464
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