2013 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE battery

Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
CAUTION!
•Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any
other booster source with a system voltage greater
than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter
motor, alternator or electrical system may occur.
• Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s bat-
tery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones,
etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the
vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to de-
grade battery life and/or prevent the engine from
starting.
WARNING!
• When temperatures are below the freezing point,
electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze. Do
not attempt jump-starting because the battery
could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
Battery temperature must be brought above the
freezing point before attempting a jump-start.
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when-
ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the
ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving
fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or
bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical
contact. You could be seriously injured.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
• Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
• Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of
the discharged battery. The resulting electrical
spark could cause the battery to explode and could
result in personal injury.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance
test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
time.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air condi-
tioning components. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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CAUTION!
•When installing the totally integrated power mod-
ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is
properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do
so may allow water to get into the totally integrated
power module and possibly result in a electrical
system failure.
• When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If
a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates
a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than
21 days you may want to take steps to protect your
battery. You may:
• Remove fuse #J13 in the Totally Integrated Power
Module (TIPM) labeled Main Ignition-Off Draw (IOD).
• Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
• 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.
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Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance
Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
• Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once A Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage. •
Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and power steering, and add as
needed.
• Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.8
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Fluid Type.......................... .587
Special Additives ...................... .588
Autostick .............................. .463
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........286
Auxiliary Power Outlet .....................286
Battery ................................ .568
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........25
Belts, Seat ...............................54
Blind Spot Monitoring ..................... .129
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................572
B-Pillar Location ......................... .489
Brake Assist System ...................... .475
Brake Control System, Electronic ..............473
Brake Fluid ............................ .584
Brake System ........................... .583
Anti-Lock (ABS) ...................... .474
Fluid Check .......................... .584
Master Cylinder ....................... .584Parking
............................. .471
Warning Light ........................ .321
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................455
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........111
Bulb Replacement ........................ .602
Bulbs, Light .............................116
Calibration, Compass ..................... .353
Camera, Rear ........................... .264
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .608
Caps, Filler Fuel ............................... .517
Oil (Engine) ......................... .566
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ...............581
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..................113
Cargo Area Cover ........................ .300
Cargo Area Features ...................... .297
Cargo Compartment ...................... .297
Light .............................. .298
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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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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
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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING
EQUIPMENTSpecial design considerations are incorporated into this
vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio
frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone
equipment must be installed properly by trained personnel.
The following must be observed during installation.
The positive power connection should be made directly to
the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible. The
negative power connection should be made to body sheet
metal adjacent to the negative battery connection. This
connection should not be fused.
Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the roof
or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used in
mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets may affect
the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so
equipped.The antenna cable should be as short as practical and
routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only
fully shielded coaxial cable.
Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to ensure
a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).
Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than
normal may require special precautions.
All installations should be checked for possible interference
between the communications equipment and the vehicle’s
electronic systems.