2014 JEEP CHEROKEE battery

POWER OUTLET
• There are three 12 Volt electrical power outlets on this vehicle
• The front 12 Volt power outlet is located below the climate controls in the CenterConsole Media Center, and is powered when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN
position. The outlet can operate a conventional cigar lighter unit or power
accessories designed for use with a standard power outlet adapter.
• The center console 12 Volt power outlet is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the
battery and/or prevent the engine from starting.
• There is also a 12 Volt power outlet located in the rear cargo area of the
vehicle . This power outlet has power
available directly from the battery
(power available at all times). Items
plugged into this outlet also may dis-
charge the battery and/or prevent the
engine from starting.
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NOTE:• Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system will
need to be replaced.
• Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse.
Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your new
vehicle warranty.
• The rear cargo power outlet can be switched to “battery” powered all the time by switching the power outlet right rear quarter panel fuse in the fuse panel.
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JUMP-STARTING
• If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set ofjumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery
booster pack.
• Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the proce- dures in this section carefully.
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer’s operating
instructions and precautions.
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.
WARNING!
Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode
and cause personal injury.
Preparations For Jump-Start
• The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly.
NOTE:
The positive battery post is covered with a protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain
access to the positive battery post.
• Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to OFF.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
• If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
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Jump-Starting Procedure
1. Connect the positive(+)end of the jumper cable to the positive (+)post of the
vehicle with the discharged battery.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper cable to the positive (+)post
of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative (-)end of the jumper cable to the negative (-)post of the
booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper cable to a good engine ground
(exposed metal part of the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and
the fuel injection system.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence:
1. Disconnect the negative (-)end of the jumper cable from the engine ground of the
vehicle with the discharged battery.
2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper cable from the negative (-)
post of the booster battery.
3. Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable from the positive (+)post of
the booster battery.
4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper cable from the positive (+)
post of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
NOTE:
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle you should have the battery
and charging system inspected at your authorized dealer.
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CAUTION!
• Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with asystem voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,
alternator or electrical system may occur.
• Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging
system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle.
• Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from
the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (e.g., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery discharges suffi-
ciently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
WARNING!
• When temperatures are below the freezing point, electrolyte in a dischargedbattery 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 whenever 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 severely injured.
• 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.
• Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property
damage due to battery explosion.
• 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.
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Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. Rotate tires at the firstsign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and brake master cylinder, fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required mainte-
nance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
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FUSES
Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
• The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment near thebattery. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A description of each
fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity
number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the
following chart.
Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description
F06 — — Not Used
F07 15 Amp Blue —Powertrain Control Module
(PCM)
F08 25 Amp Clear — Engine Control Module (ECM)
F09 — — Not Used
F10 20 Amp Yellow —Power Takeoff Unit (PTU)
F11 — — Not Used
F12 20 Amp Yellow —Brake Vacuum Pump — If
Equipped
F13 10 Amp Red — Engine Control Module (ECM)
F14 10 Amp Red —Drivetrain Control Module
(DTCM) / Power Take-Off Unit (PTU) — If Equipped / Brake System Module (BSM)
F15 — — Not Used
F16 20 Amp Yellow —Powertrain
F17 — — Not Used
F18 — — Not Used
F19 —40 Amp Green Starter Solenoid
F20 10 Amp Red —A/C Compressor Clutch
F21 — — Not Used
F22 5 Amp Tan —Radiator Fan
F23 70 Amp Tan — Body Controller Module (BCM)
- Feed 1
F24 — — Not Used
F25 — — Not Used
F26 —30 Amp Pink Fuel Heater — Diesel Only
F27 — — Not Used
F28 15 Amp Blue —Transmission Control Module
(TCM)
F29 — — Not Used
F30 10 Amp Red — Engine Control Module (ECM)
F31 — — Not Used
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Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge FuseDescription
F56 15 Amp Blue — Ignition Node Module (IGNM)/
KIN/RF Hub/Electric SteeringColumn Lock (ESL)
F57 20 Amp Yellow —Fuel Pump Motor
F58 10 Amp Red —Occupant Classification
Module
F59 — — Not Used
F60 20 Amp Yellow —Power Outlet — Center
Console
F61 — — Not Used
F62 10 Amp Red — Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
F63 25 Amp Clear —Front Heated Seats — If
Equipped
F64 25 Amp Clear —Heated Steering Wheel / Rear
Heated Seats — If Equipped
F65 15 Amp Blue —HVAC (ECC) / Instrument
Panel Cluster (IPC)
F66 10 Amp Red —In Car Temperature Sensor /
Humidity Sensor / Driver Assist System Module (DASM) / Park Assist (PAM)
F67 — — Not Used
F68 — — Not Used
F69 10 Amp Red —Power Transfer Unit Switch
(TSBM) / Active Grill Shutter (AGS) — If Equipped
F70 — — Not Used
F71 20 Amp Yellow —Windshield De-Icer — If
Equipped
F72 5 Amp Tan —Intelligent Battery Sensor
(IBS) — If Equipped With Stop/Start Engine Option
F72 20 Amp Yellow —Trailer Tow RT Stop / Turn
Lights — If Equipped
F73 —30 Amp Pink Rear Defroster / Defogger
F74 —20 Amp Blue Engine Control Module (ECM)
Gasoline Engine — IfEquipped
F75 20 Amp Yellow —Cigar Lighter
F76 20 Amp Yellow —Rear Differential Module
(RDM) — If Equipped
F77 10 Amp Red — Fuel Door Release/Brake Pedal
Switch
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