2015 JEEP CHEROKEE wheel

STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
• The steering wheel audio controls are
located on the rear surface of the steer-
ing wheel.
Right Switch
• Push the switch up or down to in-
crease or decrease the volume.
• Push the button in the center to
change modes AM/FM/CD/SXM.
Left Switch
• Push the switch up or down to search
for the next listenable station or select
the next or previous CD track.
• Push the button in the center to select
the next preset station (radio) or to
change CDs if equipped with a CD Player.
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
(EVIC) AND DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID)
NOTE:
Your vehicle may be equipped with one
of the following vehicle information sys-
tems:
• Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)
• Driver Information Display (DID)
•The EVIC/DID features a driver interac-
tive display that is located in the instru-
ment cluster. Pushing the controls on
the left side of the steering wheel allows
the driver to select vehicle information
and Personal Settings. For additional
information, refer to Programmable Fea-
tures in this guide.
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
EVIC/DID Controls
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FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION
1–SPEED FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4X4)
• This feature provides on-demand
Four-Wheel Drive (4X4) with no driver
inputs or additional driving skills re-
quired.
• Under normal driving conditions, the
front wheels provide most of the trac-
tion.
• If the front wheels begin to lose trac-
tion, power is shifted automatically to
the rear wheels.
NOTE:
On dry pavement under heavy throttle in-
put (where one may have no wheel spin),
torque will be sent to the rear wheels to
improve vehicle launch and performance
characteristics.
2–SPEED FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4X4)
•This electronically shifted Power Trans-
fer Unit provides three mode positions:
• Four-wheel drive low range
(4X4 LOW)
• REAR LOCK
• NEUTRAL (N)
• The 4X4 LOW range can be used when
additional traction is required to force
the front and rear wheels to rotate at
the same speed.
• 4X4 LOW is intended for loose, slip-
pery road surfaces only.
NOTE:
In 4X4 LOW the engine speed is approxi-
mately three times that of the normal
driving mode at a given road speed. Take care not to overspeed the engine and do not
exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
1-Speed 4X4 Switch
2-Speed 4x4 Switch
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• Shifting into or out of Rear E-Locker is possible with the vehicle completely
stopped; however, difficulty may occur due to the mating clutch teeth not being
properly aligned. Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth alignment and
shift completion to occur. The preferred method is for the vehicle to be rolling,
below 15 MPH (24 km/h), while including right and left steering maneuvers to
allow for the clutch teeth to align.
• The Rear E-Locker System must be disengaged prior to taking the vehicle out of
4X4 LOW range. If 4X4 LOW shift conditions/interlocks are not met, a message will
flash from the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Driver Information
Display with instructions on how to complete the requested shift.
SELEC-TERRAIN™
• Selec-Terrain™ combines the capa-
bilities of the vehicle control systems,
along with driver input, to provide the
best performance for all terrains.
Rotate the mode control knob to select
the following Selec-Terrain™ positions:
•Auto— Fully automatic full time four-
wheel drive operation can be used on
and off road. Balances traction with
seamless steering feel to provide im-
proved handling and acceleration over
two-wheel drive vehicles.
•Snow— Tuning set for additional sta-
bility in inclement weather. Use on and
off road on loose traction surfaces such
as snow. When in SNOW mode (depending on certain operating conditions), the
transmission may use second gear (rather than first gear) during launches, to
minimize wheel slippage.
•Sport— This mode alters the transmission's automatic shift schedule for sportier
driving. Upshift speeds are increased to make full use of available engine power.
•Sand/Mud— Off road calibration for use on low traction surfaces such as mud,
sand, or wet grass. Driveline is maximized for traction. Some binding may be felt
on less forgiving surfaces. The electronic brake controls are set to limit traction
control management of throttle and wheel spin.
•Rock— Off-road calibration only available in 4WD LOW range. Traction based
tuning with improved steer-ability for use on high traction off-road surfaces.
Activate the Hill Descent Control for steep downhill control. Use for low speed
obstacles such as large rocks, deep ruts, etc.
NOTE:
SPORT mode is not available when 4X4 LOW is selected.
Selec-Terrain™ Switch
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME,
ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
4X4 Models
TowingConditionWheels OFF theGround
Front-WheelDrive (FWD)Models
1-Speed PowerTransfer Unit2-Speed Power Trans-fer Unit
Flat Tow NONENOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
See Instructions:• Transmission in
PARK•Power transferunit inNEUTRAL (N)• Tow inforwarddirection
Dolly TowFrontOKNOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
RearNOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALLOKOKOK
Recreational Towing — Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models
DO NOTflat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result.
Recreational towing (for front-wheel drive models) is allowed ONLY if the front wheels
areOFFthe ground. This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer.
If using a tow dolly, follow this procedure:
1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
2. Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly.
3. Apply the parking brake. Place the transmission in PARK.
4. Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
5. Release the parking brake.
CAUTION!
Towing with the front wheels on the ground will cause severe transmission
damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
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Recreational Towing — 4X4 Models With 1-Speed Power Transfer Unit
Recreational towing is not allowed.These models do not have a NEUTRAL (N) position
in the power transfer unit.
NOTE:
This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer provided all four wheels are
OFF the ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle withANYof its wheels on the ground can cause severe
transmission and/or power transfer unit damage. Damage from improper towing is
not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Recreational Towing — 4X4 Models With 2-Speed Power Transfer Unit
The power transfer unit must be shifted into NEUTRAL (N) and the transmission
must be in PARK for recreational towing. The NEUTRAL (N) selection button is
adjacent to the power transfer unit selector switch. Shifts into and out of NEUTRAL
(N) can take place with the selector switch in any mode position.
CAUTION!
• DO NOT dolly tow any 4x4 vehicle. Towing with only one set of wheels on the
ground (front or rear) will cause severe transmission and/or power transfer unit
damage. Tow with all four wheels either ON the ground, or OFF the ground
(using a vehicle trailer).
• Tow only in a forward direction. Towing this vehicle backwards can cause severe
damage to the power transfer unit.
• The transmission must be in PARK for recreational towing.
• Before recreational towing, perform the procedure outlined under “Shifting
into NEUTRAL (N)” to be certain that the power transfer unit is fully in
NEUTRAL (N). Otherwise, internal damage will result.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe
transmission and/or power transfer unit damage. Damage from improper
towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper
face bar will be damaged.
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Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction,
the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence will continue each time the vehicle is restarted as long as
the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect
or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of
reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS
malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle, to
ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue
to function properly.
NOTE:
Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air
temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage,
especially in the Winter. Example: If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the
outside temperature is 32°F (0°C), then the cold tire inflation pressure should be
increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this
outside temperature condition.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS
pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your
vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using
replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermar-
ket wheels can cause sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant from a can, or
balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as damage to the sensors
may result.
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
• This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
• If the light turns on and a warning chime sounds while driving, safely pull over and
stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into
NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to
normal, turn the engine off immediately.
• We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur.
Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by
steam or boiling coolant.
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Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions
• Replace the Tire Service Kit Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) prior to the
expiration date (printed on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the
system. Refer to “Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit” section (F) “Sealant Bottle
and Hose Replacement.”
• The Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) are a one tire application use. After
each use, always replace these components immediately at an authorized dealer.
• When the Tire Service Kit sealant is in a liquid form, clean water, and a damp cloth
will remove the material from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the
sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded.
• For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris
before connecting the Tire Service Kit.
• You can use the Tire Service Kit air pump to inflate bicycle tires. The kit also
comes with two needles, located in the Accessory Storage Compartment (on the
bottom of the air pump) for inflating sport balls, rafts, or similar inflatable items.
However, use only the Air Pump Hose (7) and make sure the Mode Select Knob (5)
is in the Air Mode when inflating such items to avoid injecting sealant into them.
The Tire Service Kit Sealant is only intended to seal punctures less than 1/4”
(6 mm) diameter in the tread of your vehicle.
• Do not lift or carry the Tire Service Kit by the hoses.
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit
(A) Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service Kit:
1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s Hazard Warning flashers.
2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the deflated tire) is in a position that
is near to the ground. This will allow the Tire Service Kit Hoses (6) and (7) to reach
the valve stem and keep the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground. This will provide
the best positioning of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and
running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary to place the valve stem in
this position before proceeding.
3. Place the transmission in PARK (auto transmission) or in Gear (manual transmis-
sion) and cycle the ignition to the OFF position.
4. Set the parking brake.
(B) Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit:
1. Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to the Sealant Mode position.
2. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) and then remove the cap from the fitting at the end
of the hose.
3. Place the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground next to the deflated tire.
4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the fitting at the end of the
Sealant Hose (6) onto the valve stem.
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WARNING!
• Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far
enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the Tire Service
Kit.
• Do not use the Tire Service Kit or drive the vehicle under the following
circumstances:
• If the puncture in the tire tread is approximately 1/4”. (6 mm) or larger.
• If the tire has any sidewall damage.
• If the tire has any damage from driving with extremely low tire pressure.
• If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat tire.
• If the wheel has any damage.
• If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the wheel.
• Keep the Tire Service Kit away from open flames or heat source.
• A loose Tire Service Kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could
endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the Tire Service Kit in the
place provided. Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are
serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
•Take care not to allow the contents of the Tire Service Kit to come in contact with
hair, eyes, or clothing. The Tire Service Kit is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or
absorbed through the skin. It causes skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. Flush
immediately with plenty of water if there is any contact with eyes or skin. Change
clothing as soon as possible, if there is any contact with clothing.
• The Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In case of an allergic
reaction or rash, consult a physician immediately. Keep the Tire Service Kit out
of reach of children. If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with plenty of
water and drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician
immediately.
• The Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected
and repaired or replaced after using the Tire Service Kit. Do not exceed 55 mph
(88 km/h) until the tire is repaired or replaced. Failure to follow this warning
can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and
others around you.
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