2014 JEEP CHEROKEE maintenance

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INTRODUCTION .............................................................3
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .............................9
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ............................121
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ..................................321
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STARTING AND OPERATING .................................................415
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ..............................................551
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...............................................591
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES .................................................651
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ........................................657
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INDEX ....................................................................667
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group
LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision
workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all
essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint
you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various
customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE:
After reviewing the owner information, it should
be stored in the vehicle for convenient referencing and
remain with the vehicle when sold.
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech-
nicians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfac-
tion.
ROLLOVER WARNING
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate
than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher
ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than many
passenger cars. It is capable of performing better in a wide
variety of off-road applications. Driven in an unsafe man-
ner, all vehicles can go out of control. Because of the higher
center of gravity, if this vehicle is out of control it may roll
over when some other vehicles may not.
Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or other
unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle
control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag
system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may
not function properly if modifications are made.
Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any
air bag system service. If your seat, including your
trim cover and cushion, needs to be serviced in any
way (including removal or loosening/tightening of
seat attachment bolts), take the vehicle to your
authorized dealer. Only manufacturer approved
seat accessories may be used. If it is necessary to
modify the air bag system for persons with dis-
abilities, contact your authorized dealer.
Air Bag Warning Light
You will want to have the air bags ready to
inflate for your protection in a collision. The
Air Bag Warning Light monitors the internal
circuits and interconnecting wiring associated
with air bag system electrical components. While the air
bag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of
the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service
the air bag system immediately.
• The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during
the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is
first turned to the ON/RUN position.
• The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to
eight second interval.
• The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or
remains on while driving.
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▫To Set A Desired ACC Speed .............195
▫ To Cancel .......................... .196
▫ ToTurnOff......................... .196
▫ To Resume ......................... .196
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ...............197
▫ Setting The Following Distance In ACC ......199
▫ Overtake Aid ....................... .203
▫ ACC Operation At Stop .................203
▫ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu .......204
▫ Display Warnings And Maintenance ........205
▫ Precautions While Driving With ACC .......208
▫ General Information ...................212
▫ Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed
Control Mode ....................... .212
FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW)
WITH MITIGATION — IF EQUIPPED .......216
▫ Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
With Mitigation Operation ...............216
 LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED .............221
▫ LaneSense Operation ...................221
▫ Turning LaneSense ON Or OFF ............222
▫ LaneSense Warning Message ..............223
▫ Changing LaneSense Status ..............232
 PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .232
▫ ParkSense® Sensors ....................233
▫ ParkSense® Warning Display .............233
▫ ParkSense® Display ....................234
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▫Using HomeLink® ....................292
▫ Security ........................... .292
▫ Troubleshooting Tips ...................293
▫ General Information ....................294
 POWER SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .295
▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ..............296
▫ Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode .........297
▫ Closing Sunroof — Express ...............297
▫ Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode ..........297
▫ Venting Sunroof — Express ..............297
▫ Opening Power Shade — Express ..........298
▫ Opening Power Shade — Manual Mode .....298▫
Closing Power Shade — Express ...........298
▫ Closing Power Shade — Manual Mode ......299
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ...................299
▫ Wind Buffeting ...................... .299
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ...................299
▫ Ignition OFF Operation .................300
 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS ...........300
 POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED ........304

WIRELESS CHARGING PAD — IF EQUIPPED . .305
▫ Wireless Charging Pad Operation ..........306
 CUPHOLDERS ....................... .309
 STORAGE ........................... .310
▫ Glove Compartment ...................310
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The ACC screen may display once again if any ACC
activity occurs, which may include any of the following:
•Distance Setting Change
• System Cancel
• Driver Override
• System Off
• ACC Proximity Warning
• ACC Unavailable Warning
• The EVIC will return to the last display selected after
five seconds of no ACC display activityDisplay Warnings And Maintenance
“Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”
Warning
The “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
warning will display and also a chime will indicate when
conditions temporarily limit system performance.
This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, such as
in snow or heavy rain. The ACC system may also become
temporarily blinded due to obstructions, such as mud,
dirt or ice. In these cases, the EVIC will display “ACC/
FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor” and the
system will deactivate.
The “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
message can sometimes be displayed while driving in
highly reflective areas (i.e. tunnels with reflective tiles, or
ice and snow). The ACC system will recover after the
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vehicle has left these areas. Under rare conditions, when
the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path
this warning may temporarily occur.
NOTE:If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar
Sensor” warning is active Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise
Control is still available. For additional information refer
to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode” in this
section.
If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should
examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of
an obstruction. The sensor is located in the center of the
vehicle behind the lower grille.
To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor-
tant to note the following maintenance items:
• Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the
sensor lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to damage
the sensor lens. •
Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so
could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and
require a sensor realignment.
• If the sensor or front end of the vehicle is damaged due
to a collision, see your authorized dealer for service.
• Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor,
including transparent material or aftermarket grilles.
Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or
malfunction.
When the condition that deactivated the system is no
longer present, the system will return to the “Adaptive
Cruise Control Off” state and will resume function by
simply reactivating it.
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NOTE:If the sunroof is open, the shade will close to the
half-open position. Pressing the shade close button again
will automatically close both the sunroof and shade
completely.
Closing Power Shade — Manual Mode
To close the shade, press and hold the switch in the
forward position. Any release of the switch will stop the
movement and the shade will remain in a partially closed
condition until the switch is pushed and held forward
again.
Pinch Protect Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of
the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an ob-
struction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the
sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc-
tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and
release to Express Close. NOTE:
If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result
in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt will be
a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect disabled.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the win-
dows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or
partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and
can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear
windows open, then open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting or open any window.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
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