2014 JEEP CHEROKEE open gas tank

E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso-
line containing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher
ethanol content may void the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85
fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms:
•Operate in a lean mode.
• OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light” on.
• Poor engine performance.
• Poor cold start and cold drivability.
• Increased risk for fuel system component corrosion. To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with
E-85 perform the following:
•
Drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer).
• Change the engine oil and oil filter.
• Disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the
engine controller memory.
More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged
exposure to E-85 fuel.
MMT In Gasoline
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT)
is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is
blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline
blended with MMT provides no performance advantage
beyond gasoline of the same octane number without
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NOTE:When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap
tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler door rein-
forcement.
1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located on the driver ’s side door trim).
2. Open the fuel filler door, and remove the fuel filler cap.
NOTE:
• In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel
door from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on the
fuel door to break the ice buildup and re-release the
fuel door using the inside release button. Do not pry
on the door.
• When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank
is full. •
Tighten the gas cap about one quarter turn until you
hear one click. This is an indication that the cap is
properly tightened.
• If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL will
come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time
the vehicle is refueled.
CAUTION!
• Damage to the fuel system or emission control
system could result from using an improper fuel
cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impu-
rities into the fuel system. Also, a poorly fitting
aftermarket cap can cause the “Malfunction Indi-
cator Light (MIL)” to illuminate, due to fuel vapors
escaping from the system.
• A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the MIL to turn
on.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top
off” the fuel tank after filling.
WARNING!
• Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the
vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is
being filled.
• Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is
in violation of most state and federal fire regula-
tions and may cause the MIL to turn on.
• A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on
the ground while filling.
Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release
If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel
filler door emergency release.
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove access door located on interior trim panel for release cable with the tip of your key.
3. Grab the release cable tether and pull up to release the fuel filler door.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
gASCAP” message will display in the odometer or a
“CHECK GASCAP” message will be displayed in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Un-
derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further review.
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Filler Cap (Gas Cap).....................525
Gasoline ............................. .519
Gauge .............................. .332
Materials Added ....................... .523
Methanol ............................ .521
Octane Rating ......................... .519
Requirements ......................... .519
Specifications ......................... .649
Tank Capacity ......................... .648
Fuses ................................. .629
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ............286
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...................525
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .521
Gasoline (Fuel) .......................... .519
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................521
Gauges Coolant Temperature .....................332
Fuel ................................ .332Speedometer
......................... .330
Tachometer ........................... .326
Gear Ranges ............................ .428
Gear Select Lever Override ..................585
General Information ...................... .212
Glass Cleaning .......................... .627
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................531
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................530
GVWR ................................ .528
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................553
Headlights Automatic ........................... .167
Bulb Replacement ...................... .644
Cleaning ............................ .627
Delay ............................... .167
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .........172
Lights On Reminder .....................170
On With Wipers ....................... .167
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