2010 JEEP COMMANDER maintenance

† This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer
to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions
warranty.
WARNING!
•You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you
have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform
a service job, take your vehicle to a competent
mechanic.
•Failure to properly inspect and maintain your
vehicle could result in a component malfunction
and effect vehicle handling and performance. This
could cause an accident
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 429

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE
Prepare For The Appointment
If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the
right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All
work to be performed may not be covered by the
warranty. Discuss additional charges with the service
manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s
service history. This can often provide a clue to the
current problem.
Prepare A List
Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the
specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident
or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the
service advisor know.
Be Reasonable With Requests
If you list a number of items and you must have your
vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation withthe service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental
vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it
is advisable to make these arrangements when you call
for an appointment.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
The manufacturer and its authorized dealers are vitally
interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy
with our products and services.
Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer.
We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an
authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and
are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality
service. The manufacturer’s authorized dealers have the
facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and
the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed
correctly and in a timely manner.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 433

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 269
Adding Fuel ........................... 318
Adjustable Pedals ........................ 117
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 366
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 368
Air Conditioning ........................ 226
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 235
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone ................ 233
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ............... 369
Air Conditioning System .................. 226
Air Filter .............................. 366
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 295
Airbag .............................. 49,57
Airbag Deployment ....................... 58
Airbag Light ................... 50,56,61,75,163
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 60
Airbag, Side .......................... 55,57
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........51,55,57
Alarm, Panic ............................ 24 Alarm (Security Alarm)
.................19,163
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 9
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 216
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................ 407
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............269,272
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 163
Anti-Theft System ....................... 163
Appearance Care ........................ 387
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ......... 19
Assist, Hill Start ........................ 280
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 31
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 82
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 29
Automatic Headlights .................... 105
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 226
Automatic Transmission ................248,383
Adding Fluid ......................... 385
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 383
Fluid Level Check ................... 384,385
442 INDEX

Cargo Load Floor........................ 147
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 320
Cellular Phone ........................ 85,223
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 406
Certification Label ....................... 320
Chains, Tire ............................ 301
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 343
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 287
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . 360
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 73
Checks, Safety ........................... 73
Child Restraint .................... 63,64,69,71
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............68,69
Child Safety Locks ........................ 30
Climate Control ......................... 223
Clock ........................... 186,190,199
Cold Weather Operation ................... 244
Command View Skylights .................. 139
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 222Compact Spare Tire
...................... 297
Compass .............................. 179
Compass Calibration ..................... 179
Compass Variance ....................... 180
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 176
Connector UCI ................................ 209
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ......... 209
Conserving Fuel ........................ 176
Console, Overhead ....................... 130
Contract, Service ........................ 435
Cooling System ......................... 374
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 376
Coolant Capacity ...................... 407
Coolant Level ......................... 378
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 377
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 375
Inspection ........................... 374
Points to Remember .................... 378
444 INDEX

Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)............. 274
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....... 119
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ............ 275
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ...... 169
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . 167,170
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ............... 255
Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 342
Jacking ............................. 343
Jump Starting ......................... 351
Tow Hooks .......................... 353
Emission Control System Maintenance ......360,412
Engine Air Cleaner .......................... 366
Block Heater ......................... 245
Break-In Recommendations ................ 73
Compartment ...................... 357,358
Compartment Identification ............357,358
Cooling ............................. 374 Exhaust Gas Caution
................ 38,74,317
Fails to Start .......................... 244
Flooded, Starting ...................... 244
Fuel Requirements .................. 314,407
Multi-Displacement .................... 271
Oil .............................. 363,407
Oil Change Interval .................... 364
Oil Disposal .......................... 365
Oil Filter ............................ 366
Oil Filter Disposal ..................... 365
Oil Selection ....................... 364,407
Oil Synthetic ......................... 365
Overheating .......................... 342
Starting ............................. 243
Temperature Gauge .................... 166
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 365
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ................. 365
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 58
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
446 INDEX

Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 150
Lumbar Support ......................... 87
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 367
Maintenance Procedures ................... 362
Maintenance Schedule .................... 412
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 162,360
Manual, Service ......................... 437
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) .............. 98
Memory Seat ........................... 98
Memory Seats and Radio ................... 98
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... 176
Mirrors ................................ 82
Automatic Dimming ..................... 82
Electric Powered ....................... 84
Electric Remote ........................ 84
Exterior Folding ........................ 83
Heated .............................. 84
Outside .............................. 83
Rearview ............................. 82 Vanity
............................... 85
Mode Fuel Saver ........................... 176
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 9
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 303
Mopar Parts ......................... 362,436
Multi-Displacement Engine System ........... 271
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 104
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 73
Occupant Restraints ................... 38,55,58
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) .............51,55,57
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 314
Odometer .......................... 167,168
Trip ................................ 167
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ..........261,386
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ..........261,386
Oil Change Indicator ..................... 175
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ................. 175
452 INDEX

Reformulated Gasoline.................... 315
Refrigerant ............................ 369
Reminder, Lights On ..................... 110
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 47
Remote Control Starting System ........................ 26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 220
Remote Starting System .................... 26
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 400
Replacement Keys ........................ 18
Replacement Parts ....................... 362
Replacement Tires ....................... 300
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 436
Restraints, Child ......................... 63
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 38
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ................ 255
Roll Over Warning ........................ 5
Roof Type Carrier ....................... 150 Rotation, Tires
.......................... 302
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 75
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 76
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 436
Safety, Exhaust Gas ..................... 38,74
Safety Information, Tire ................... 286
Safety Tips ............................. 73
Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 216
Satellite Radio (uconnect studios)......... 215,219
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 412
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 47
Seat Belts ............................ 40,75
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 44
And Pregnant Women ................... 48
Child Restraint ....................... 63,71
Extender ............................. 48
Front Seat ............................ 40
Inspection ............................ 75
Maintenance ......................... 392
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INDEX 455

Cooling System Tips.................... 336
Hitches ............................. 327
Minimum Requirements ................. 330
Trailer and Tongue Weight ............... 329
Wiring .............................. 333
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 328
Trailer Weight .......................... 328
Transfer Case ........................... 382
Maintenance ......................... 382
Transmission Automatic ........................ 248,383
Maintenance ......................... 383
Shifting ............................. 246
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry) ................................. 24
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 130
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . 21
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ........ 21
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 299 Turn Signals
................... 1 10,161,402,404
UCI Connector ......................... 209
uconnect (Hands-Free Phone) ............... 85
Underhood Fuses ..................... 395,398
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 439
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 209
Universal Transmitter ..................... 130
Upholstery Care ........................ 390
Vanity Mirrors ........................... 85
Variance, Compass ....................... 180
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 320
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 8
Vehicle Loading ...................... 290,320
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 9
Vehicle Storage ....................... 236,400
Video Entertainment System™ (Rear Seat Video
System) ............................... 219
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 365
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INDEX 459