2009 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE roof rack

WARNING!
•Do not put anything on or around the front airbag
covers or attempt to manually open them. You may
damage the airbags and you could be injured
because the airbags are no longer functional.
These protective covers for the airbag cushions are
designed to open only when the airbags are inflat-
ing.
•Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high
enough to block the location of the window bag.
The area where the window bag is located should
remain free from any obstructions.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not have any accessory items installed which
will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to
your vehicle. Do not add roof racks that require
permanent attachments (bolts or screws) for instal-
lation on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the roof
of the vehicle for any reason.
•Do not cover or place items on the airbag covers.
These items may cause serious injury during
inflation.
NOTE:Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat
hooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede the
proper performance of the window bags.
The front airbags have a multistage inflator design. This
allows the airbags to have different rates of inflation that
are based on collision severity. Along with the seat belts,
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▫Opening Sunroof — Express............ 161
▫Closing Sunroof — Express............. 161
▫Pinch Protect Feature................. 161
▫Pinch Protect Override................ 162
▫Venting Sunroof — Express............. 162
▫Sunshade Operation.................. 162
▫Wind Buffeting...................... 162
▫Sunroof Maintenance................. 162
▫Ignition Off Operation................. 163
▫Sunroof Fully Closed.................. 163
Power Outlets........................ 163
▫Front Power Outlet................... 163
▫Rear Power Outlet — If Equipped........ 163Power Inverter — If Equipped............ 165
Cupholders.......................... 167
Cargo Area Features................... 167
▫Cargo Light........................ 167
▫Rear Storage Compartment............. 168
▫Retractable Cargo Area Cover —
If Equipped........................ 168
▫Cargo Tie-Down Hooks................ 170
▫Cargo Load Floor.................... 171
Rear Window Features.................. 172
▫Rear Window Wiper/Washer............ 172
▫Rear Window Defroster................ 173
Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped......... 174
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77
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CAUTION!
•To avoid damaging the electrical conductors of the
rear window defroster, do not use scrapers, sharp
instruments, or abrasive window cleaners on the
interior surface of the window.
•Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm
water.
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the
weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The
load must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be
uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars.
NOTE:If not equipped with crossbars, your authorized
dealer can order and install Moparcrossbars built
specifically for this roof rack system.Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars.
The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo
inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not
exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity.
The optional crossbars must be installed using the correct
orientation (the longer crossbar toward the front).
The optional crossbars must also be secured in one of the
seven detent positions marked with an arrow on the
siderails to prevent movement. To move the crossbars,
loosen the thumb screws located at the upper edge of
each crossbar approximately eight turns, then move the
crossbar to the desired position, keeping the crossbars
parallel to the rack frame. Once the crossbar is in one of
the seven detent positions, retighten the thumb screws to
lock the crossbar into position.
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NOTE:
•To help control wind noise when the crossbars are not
in use, place the front crossbar in the second detent
from the front of the vehicle and the rear crossbar in
the last detent closest to the rear of the vehicle.
•If the rear crossbar (or any metallic object) is placed
over the satellite radio antenna (if equipped), you may
experience interruption of satellite radio reception. For
improved satellite radio reception, place the rear cross-
bar in the second detent from the rear of the vehicle
when not in use.
•The grab handles on the back of the vehicle (if
equipped) are not to be used as a towing feature.
CAUTION!
•To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO
NOT carry any loads on the roof rack without
crossbars installed. The load should be secured
and placed on top of the crossbars, not directly on
the roof. If it is necessary to place the load on the
roof, place a blanket or some other protection
between the load and the roof surface.
•To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do
not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of
150 lbs (68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as
evenly as possible and secure the load appropri-
ately.
•Long loads which extend over the windshield,
such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with
large frontal area should be secured to both the
front and rear of the vehicle.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care-
fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the
roof rack. Wind forces, due to natural causes or
nearby truck traffic, can add sudden upward lift to
a load. This is especially true on large flat loads
and may result in damage to the cargo or your
vehicle.
WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per-
sonal injury or property damage. Follow the Roof
Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof
rack.
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Traction Control....................... 325
Turn Signal................71,130,136,452,454
Vanity Mirror.......................... 81
Voltage............................. 192
Load Floor, Cargo....................... 171
Loading Vehicle......................... 367
Tires ............................... 331
Locks................................. 29
Automatic Door........................ 30
Child Protection........................ 30
Door................................ 29
Power Door........................... 29
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH)............................63,64
Lubrication, Body....................... 420
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 174
Lumbar Support........................ 116
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 418Maintenance Procedures................... 413
Maintenance Schedule.................462,476
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 185,411
Manual, Service......................... 493
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 124
Memory Seat........................... 124
Memory Seats and Radio.................. 124
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 198
Mirrors................................ 78
Automatic Dimming..................... 78
Electric Powered....................... 80
Electric Remote........................ 80
Exterior Folding........................ 80
Heated.............................. 81
Outside.............................. 79
Rearview............................. 78
Vanity............................... 81
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 9
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 345
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