2013 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE service indicator

“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press
the SELECT button to turn off the message. If the
problem continues, the message will appear the next time
the vehicle is started.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing. Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may
notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not crank or start the engine.
2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start this test over.
3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part
of a normal bulb check.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 561

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this
manual must be done at the times or mileages specified
to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving. Inspection and service should also be done
anytime a malfunction is suspected.
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis-
played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle
serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles
(805 km).
NOTE:
•
The oil change indicator message will not monitor the
time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s oil
if it has been six months since your last oil change,
even if the oil change indicator message is NOT
illuminated.
• Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
• Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or six months, which-
ever comes first.
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Cargo Light............................ .298
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ .301
Car Washes ............................ .590
Cellular Phone .......................... .433
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............607
Certification Label ........................ .521
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .485
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .561
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ..............112
Checks, Safety ............................112
Child Restraint ............................86
Child Safety Locks .........................34
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .513
Cleaning Wheels ............................. .591
Climate Control ......................... .434
Clock ................................. .364
Cold Weather Operation ....................451
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............433Compact Spare Tire
....................... .499
Compass .............................. .351
Compass Calibration ...................... .353
Compass Variance ........................ .352
Computer, Trip/Travel ..................... .344
Connector UCI ............................... .389
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) .........389
Conserving Fuel ......................... .342
Console, Overhead ....................... .267
Contract, Service ......................... .633
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........581
Cooling System .......................... .578
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............580
Coolant Capacity ...................... .608
Coolant Level ........................ .578
Disposal of Used Coolant .................581
Drain, Flush, and Refill ..................579
Inspection ........................... .582
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Life of Tires............................ .502
Liftgate .................................45
Liftgate Flipper Glass .......................45
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ...............303
Light Bulbs ..............................116
Lights .................................116
Airbag ...............................78
Anti-Lock ........................... .322
Automatic Headlights ...................202
Back-Up ............................ .605
Brake Assist Warning ....................481
Brake Warning ........................ .321
Bulb Replacement ..................... .603
Cargo .............................. .298
Center Mounted Stop ....................607
Daytime Running ..................... .204
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................201
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . .481
Exterior ..............................116 Fog ................................
.317
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................536
Headlights .......................... .603
Headlights On With Wipers ...............202
High Beam Indicator ....................317
Hill Descent Control Indicator ..............317
Illuminated Entry .......................21
Low Fuel ........................... .337
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........315
Map Reading ......................... .208
Passing ..............................211
Reading ............................ .208
Rear Servicing ........................ .605
Rear Tail ............................ .605
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .320
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..............324
Service ............................. .603
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .315
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Side Marker......................... .605
SmartBeams ......................... .203
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............318
Tow/Haul Indicator .....................317
Traction Control ....................... .481
Turn Signal ...........................116
Vanity Mirror ........................ .128
Loading Vehicle ......................... .521
Tires ............................... .489
Locks ..................................32
Automatic Door ........................34
Child Protection ........................34
Door ................................32
Power Door ...........................33
Lubrication, Body ........................ .572
Maintenance Free Battery ....................568
Maintenance Procedures ....................563
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .612Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine)
.......315
Manual, Service ......................... .636
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............193
Memory Seat ........................... .193
Memory Seats and Radio ....................193
Methanol .............................. .514
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .344
Mirrors ............................... .124
Automatic Dimming ....................125
Electric Powered ...................... .127
Electric Remote ....................... .127
Exterior Folding ....................... .126
Heated ............................. .128
Outside ............................. .126
Rearview ........................... .124
Vanity .............................. .128
Mode Fuel Saver ........................... .342
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............8
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Extender..............................69
Front Seat .............................54
Inspection ............................114
Pretensioners ..........................62
Reminder ........................... .320
Shoulder Belt Anchorage ..................59
Untwisting Procedure ....................59
Seats ................................. .175
Adjustment .......................... .180
Easy Entry .......................... .198
Memory ............................ .193
Power .............................. .178
Rear Folding ......................... .190
Reclining ............................ .181
Security Against Theft .......................19
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..................19
Selection of Oil .......................... .565
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................17
Sentry Key Programming ....................18 Sentry Key Replacement
.....................18
Service Assistance ........................ .631
Service Contract ......................... .633
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator). . .315
Service Manuals ......................... .636
Settings, Personal ........................ .354
Setting the Clock ......................... .364
Shifting ............................... .453
Automatic Transmission ..................453
Shift Lever Override ...................... .554
Shoulder Belts ............................54
Side Airbag ..............................79
Signals, Turn .............................116
SmartBeams ............................ .203
Sound System Kicker .............................. .430
Spare Tire .............................. .499
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................221
Speedometer ............................ .323
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TransmissionAutomatic ........................... .453
Maintenance ......................... .587
Shifting ............................. .453
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry)....25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink ) . . . .269
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .22
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........22
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .501
Turn Signals ............................ .317
UCI Connector .......................... .389
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................637
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .389
Universal Transmitter ..................... .269
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .513
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................59
Vanity Mirrors .......................... .128Variance, Compass
....................... .352
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............7
Vehicle Loading ......................... .490
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............8
Vehicle Storage .......................... .441
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .566
Voice Recognition System (VR) ................169
Warning Flasher, Hazard ....................536
Warning, Roll Over .........................4
Warnings and Cautions .......................7
Warranty Information ..................... .634
Washers, Windshield ...................... .212
Washing Vehicle ......................... .590
Water Driving Through ...................... .467
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................591
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................591
Wind Buffeting ............................44
656 INDEX