2016 JEEP CHEROKEE brake

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.2L
1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
2 — Engine Oil Filter Access Cover 6 — Engine Oil Dipstick
3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Fill
4 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 8 — Air Cleaner Filter
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•If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are
required, the cooling system should be pressure tested
for leaks.
• Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a
minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to
MS.90032) and distilled water for proper corrosion
protection of your engine which contains aluminum
components.
• Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
• Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean.
•
Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY
the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in
unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) performance,
poor gas mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when
performing under hood services or immediately if the
“Brake Warning Light” is illuminated.
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Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake
fluid reservoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be
expected to fall as the brake pads wear. Brake fluid level
should be checked when pads are replaced. However,
low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup
may be needed.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
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can severely damage your brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder
reservoir.
• To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has
been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
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the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
Automatic Transmission
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in this
section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain
the transmission fluid at the correct level using the
recommended fluid. NOTE:
No chemical flushes should be used in any
transmission; only the approved lubricant should be
used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission. Automatic
Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and
its performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the
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•If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
• If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
• Use MOPAR Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as
possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to
match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
• All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly
with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
• To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use
MOPAR Wheel Cleaner. NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor or
Black Satin Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners,
abrasives or polishing compounds. They will perma-
nently damage this finish and such damage is not cov-
ered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. USE ONLY
MILD SOAP AND WATER WITH A SOFT CLOTH. Used
on a regular basis this is all that is required to maintain
this finish.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These
products may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions
or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro-
tective finish. Only MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or
equivalent is recommended.
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Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge FuseDescription
F06 – – Not Used
F07 15 Amp Blue –Powertrain Control Module - PCM (Diesel Only)
F08 25 Amp Clear –Engine Control Module (ECM)/Fuel Injection
F09 – – Not Used
F10 20 Amp Yellow –Power Transfer Unit (PTU) - If Equipped
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) / Brake System Module (BSM) - If Equipped/Brake Pedal Switch/Back Up Switch (Diesel Only)
F15 – – Not Used
F16 20 Amp Yellow –Ign Coil (Gas) / Engine Sensor (Diesel)
F17 – – Not Used
F18 – – Not Used
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Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge FuseDescription
F32 – – Not Used
F33 – – Not Used
F34 – – Not Used
F35 – – Not Used
F36 – – Not Used
F37 – – Not Used
F38 –60 Amp Yellow Glow Plugs (Diesel Only) - If Equipped
F39 –40 Amp Green HVAC Blower Motor
F40 –20 Amp Blue Trailer Tow Park Light - If Equipped
F40 –30 Amp Pink Headlamp Washer Pump - If Equipped
F41 60 Amp Yellow –Body Controller Module (BCM) - Feed 1
F41 50 Amp Red –Voltage Stability Module - Feed 1 - If Equipped with Stop/
Start Engine Option
F42 –30 Amp Pink Trailer Tow Electric Brake Module - If Equipped
F43 20 Amp Yellow –Fuel Pump Motor
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Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge FuseDescription
F44 –30 Amp Pink Trailer Tow / 7-Way Connector - If Equipped
F45 –30 Amp Pink Passenger Door Module (PDM) - If Equipped
F46 –25 Amp Clear Sunroof - If Equipped
F48 –30 Amp Pink Driver Door Module - If Equipped
F49 –30 Amp Pink Power Inverter (115V A/C) - If Equipped
F50 –30 Amp Pink Power Liftgate - If Equipped
F51 – – Not Used
F52 –30 Amp Pink Front Wipers - If Equipped with Stop/Start Engine Option
F53 –30 Amp Pink Brake System Module & Valves
F54 –30 Amp Pink Body Control Module (BCM) Feed 3
F55 10 Amp Red –Blind Spot Sensors / Compass / Rearview Camera / Trunk
Lamp With Flashlamp Charger - If Equipped
F56 15 Amp Blue –Ignition Node Module (IGNM)/KIN/RF Hub/Electric
Steering Column Lock (ESL)
F57 20 Amp Yellow –Trailer Tow Lights Left - If Equipped
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