2014 JEEP CHEROKEE service schedule

Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when
performing under hood services or immediately if the
“Brake Warning Light” is illuminated.
Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake
fluid reservoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be
expected to fall as the brake pads wear. Brake fluid level
should be checked when pads are replaced. However,
low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup
may be needed.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 619

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures will influence when the “Oil
Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operat-
ing Conditions can cause the change oil message to
illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last
reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible,
within the next 500 miles (805 km).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)” or “Driver Information Dis-
play (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”
for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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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 ve-
hicle could result in a component malfunction and
effect vehicle handling and performance. This
could cause an accident.
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Auto Unlock...........................36
Child Protection .........................37
Door .................................34
Power Door ............................35
Low Tire Pressure System ...................508
Lubrication, Body ........................ .607
Luggage Carrier ......................... .319
Lug Nuts .............................. .554
Maintenance Free Battery ....................604
Maintenance Procedures ....................598
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .652
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......333
Manual, Service ......................... .664
Marker Lights, Side ....................... .645
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................619
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............159
Memory Seat ........................... .159
Memory Seats and Radio ....................159 Methanol
.............................. .521
Mirrors ............................... .128
Electric Powered ....................... .134
Electric Remote ........................ .134
Heated .............................. .136
Outside ............................. .134
Rearview ............................ .128
Vanity .............................. .136
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................508
Mopar Parts ............................ .598
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .521
Multi-Function Control Lever .................171
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................114
Occupant Restraints ........................52
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................69
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................519
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