2015 JEEP CHEROKEE automatic transmission

Activating SSC
Once SSC is enabled it will activate automatically once
the following conditions are met:
•Driver releases throttle
•Driver releases brake
•Transmission is in any selection other than P
•Vehicle speed is below 20 mph (32 km/h)
The set speed for SSC is selectable by the driver, and can
be adjusted by using the gear shift lever. Additionally, the
SSC set speed is automatically reduced when climbing a
grade and the level of set speed reduction depends on the
magnitude of grade. The following summarizes the SSC
set speeds:
4WD Low Range Set Speeds
•1st = .6 mph (1 km/h)
•2nd = 1.2 mph (2 km/h)
•3rd = 4 mph (3 km/h)
•4th = 2.5 mph (4 km/h)
•5th = 3.1 mph (5 km/h)
•6th = 3.7 mph (6 km/h)
•7th = 4.3 mph (7 km/h)
•8th = 5 mph (8 km/h)
•9th = 5.6 mph (9 km/h)
•REVERSE = .6 mph (1 km/h)
•NEUTRAL = 1.2 mph (2 km/h)
•PARK = SSC remains enabled but not active
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Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight
Ratings)
The following chart provides the maximum trailer
weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
Engine/
TransmissionModelFrontal AreaMaximum GTW
(Gross Trailer Wt.)
Maximum Tongue
Wt. (See Note)
2.4L/Automatic
with or without
Trailer Tow Package
FWD or 4WD 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.2L/Automatic FWD or 4WD 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.2L/Automatic
with Trailer Tow
Package
FWD or 4WD 39.44 sq ft (3.66 sq
m)
4,500 lbs (2 041 kg) 450 lbs (204 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
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Towing Tips
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping,
and backing the trailer in an area located away from
heavy traffic.
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The
transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid
frequent shifting when towing. However, if frequent
shifting does occur while in DRIVE, use the Electronic
Range Select (ERS) shift control to select a lower gear
range.
NOTE:Using a lower gear range while operating the
vehicle under heavy loading conditions will improve
performance and extend transmission life by reducing
excessive shifting and heat build up. This action will also
provide better engine braking.
Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped
•Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
•When using the speed control, if you experience speed
drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until
you can get back to cruising speed.
•Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to
maximize fuel efficiency.
Cooling System
To reduce potential for engine and transmission over-
heating, take the following actions:
City Driving
When stopped for short periods of time, shift the trans-
mission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed.
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WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve-
hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in
the places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire
repaired or replaced immediately.
Preparations For Jacking
1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface as far from the
edge of the roadway as possible. Avoid icy or slippery
areas.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off
the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack
or changing the wheel.
2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Place the shift lever into PARK (automatic transmis-
sion) or REVERSE (manual transmission).
5. Turn the ignition off to the LOCK position.
6. Chock both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally
opposite of the jacking position. For
example, if changing the right front
tire, chock the left rear wheel.
NOTE:Passengers should not remain in the vehicle
when the vehicle is being jacked.
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Jacking Instructions
WARNING!
Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to
help prevent personal injury or damage to your
vehicle:
•Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the
edge of the roadway as possible before raising the
vehicle.
•Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
•Chock the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to
be raised.
•Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic
transmission in PARK.
•Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a
jack.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a
jack.
•Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If
you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a
service center where it can be raised on a lift.
•Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for
lifting this vehicle during a tire change.
•If working on or near a roadway, be extremely
careful of motor traffic.
•To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are
securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the
valve stem facing the ground.
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WARNING!
•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 rings, watch
bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent
electrical contact. You could be seriously 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.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission
into PARK (manual transmission in NEUTRAL) and
turn the ignition to LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri-
cal accessories.
3. 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.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could
result in personal injury or property damage due to
battery explosion.
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CAUTION!
•DO NOT tow this vehicle with ANY of its wheels
on the ground. Damage to the drivetrain will result.
•Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal
damage to the transmission or power transfer unit
will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when
towing.
•Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re-
quirements can cause severe transmission and/or
power transfer unit damage. Damage from im-
proper towing is not covered under the New Ve-
hicle Limited Warranty.
4x4 Models With 2–Speed Power Transfer Unit —
With Key Fob
The manufacturer recommends towing with all four
wheelsOFFthe ground.
Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or
with one end of the vehicle raised and the opposite end
on a towing dolly.
If flatbed equipment is not available and the Power
Transfer Unit is operable, vehicleswith a 2–speed Power
Transfer Unitmay be towed (in the forward direction,
withALLwheels on the ground), under the following
conditions:
•The Power Transfer Unit must be in NEUTRAL (N).
•If equipped with an Automatic transmission, it must
be inPARK.
•If equipped with a Manual transmission, it must be in
gear (Notin Neutral).
Refer to “Recreational Towing” in “Starting and Operat-
ing” for detailed instructions.
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▫Brake System........................692
▫Automatic Transmission................694
▫Sky Slider™ Top Care..................696
▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................698
!FUSES..............................705
▫Power Distribution Center...............706
▫Interior Fuses........................719
!VEHICLE STORAGE....................720
!REPLACEMENT BULBS.................721
!BULB REPLACEMENT..................722
▫Low Beam And High Beam Headlamps.....722
▫Front Turn Signals And Front Side
Marker Lamps.......................724
▫Front Fog Lamp......................724
▫Front Fog Lamp (Trailhawk).............725
▫Bodyside Mounted Back-up Lamp.........725
▫Liftgate Mounted Back-up Lamp..........726
▫License Plate Lamp....................726
!FLUID CAPACITIES....................727
!FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS . .728
▫Engine.............................728
▫Chassis............................730
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