2016 JEEP CHEROKEE child seat

• SafeHold a new feature that will automatically apply the park brake under certainconditions. The EPB monitors the status of the driver’s seat belt, driver’s door and
pedal positions to determine if the driver may have exited while the vehicle is still
capable of moving and will then automatically apply the park brake to prevent the
vehicle from rolling.
• The EPB fault lamp will illuminate if the EPB switch is held for longer than 20 seconds in either the released or applied position. The light will extinguish
upon releasing the switch.
• Refer to the Starting And Operating section of your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further details.
CAUTION!
If the Brake System Warning Light remains on with the parking brake released, a
brake system malfunction is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an
authorized dealer immediately.
WARNING!
• Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage.
• When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the ignition is in the OFF mode,
remove the Key Fob from the vehicle, and lock your vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should
be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the transmission gear
selector.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, (or in a location accessible to
children), and do not leave the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
• Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving; failure to do so can
lead to brake failure and a collision.
• Always fully apply the parking brake when leaving your vehicle, or it may roll
and cause damage or injury. Also be certain to leave the transmission in PARK.
Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll and cause damage or injury.
•
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake engaged, or repeated use of the parking
brake to slow the vehicle may cause serious damage to the brake system.
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Pinch Protection Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express
Close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof
will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs. Next, push the
switch forward and release to Express Close.
NOTE:
If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in Pinch Protect reversals, the
fourth close attempt will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect disabled.
WARNING!
• Do not let children play with the sunroof. Never leave children unattended in avehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Do not leave the Key Fob in or
near the vehicle, and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particularly
unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while
operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious
injury or death.
• In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open
sunroof. You could also be severely injured or killed. Always fasten your seat
belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured.
• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow your fingers,
other body parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury
may result.
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CARGO AREA FEATURES
Cargo Load Floor
The cargo load floor system has a load capacity of 400 lbs (181 kg).
To provide additional storage area, each rear seat can be folded flat. This allows for
extended cargo space and still maintains some rear seating room. Refer to “Rear
Seats” in “Getting Started” for further information.
Cargo Extension Panels
Cargo extension panels can be folded and unfolded. When the rear seats are moved
to the more forward positions and the rear seat backs are folded down, the extension
panels can be unfolded manually by hand (2 of them). The extension panels can be
used to extend the load floor to the rear seats and/or hide the gap between the load
floor and rear seats, or to assist in loading large items into the cargo area.
Cargo Tie-Down Hooks And Loops
The tie-downs located on the cargo area floor should be used to secure loads safely
when the vehicle is moving.
Cargo tie-down loops are located on the trim panels.
WARNING!
• Cargo tie-downs are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a suddenstop or accident, a tie-down could pull loose and allow the child seat to come
loose. A child could be badly injured. Use only the anchors provided for child
seat tethers.
• To help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be seated in the
rear cargo area. The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes
only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and use seat belts.
WARNING!
The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of
gravity and vehicle handling. To avoid loss of control resulting in personal injury,
follow these guidelines for loading your vehicle:
• Do not carry loads that exceed the load limits described on the label attachedto the left door or left door center pillar.
• Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put heavier objects as low and as
far forward as possible.
•
Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle. Too much weight or
improperly placed weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the vehicle to sway.
•Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback. This could impair
visibility or become a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or accident.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GETTING STARTED
How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 27
How do I program my Front Seat Memory? pg. 33
ELECTRONICS
Which radio is in my vehicle?
• Uconnect 5.0 pg. 85
• Uconnect 8.4A/8.4AN pg. 97
How do I activate the Audio Jack?
• Uconnect 5.0 pg. 89
• Uconnect 8.4A/8.4AN pg. 104
How do I set the clock on my radio?
• Uconnect 5.0 pg. 85
• Uconnect 8.4A/8.4AN pg. 97
How do I use the Navigation feature?
• Uconnect 8.4A/8.4AN pg. 107
How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)? pg. 144
How do I pair my cell phone via Bluetooth with the Uconnect Hands-Free Voice
Activation System? pg. 131
How do I improve the Bluetooth performance of my Uconnect System? pg. 140
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES
How do I shift into different four-wheel drive selections? pg. 153
UTILITY
How do I know how much I can tow with my Jeep Cherokee? pg. 158
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 164
How do I change a flat tire? pg. 180
How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 186
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Where is my Fuse Block located? pg. 204
What type of oil do I use? pg. 198
How often should I change my engine’s oil? pg. 200
What should my tire pressure be set at? pg. 212
FAQ’s
219

Child Restraints............25
Lower Anchors And Tethers
ForChildren.............25
Lower Anchors And Tethers
ForChildren ............25
Child Seat Installation .........25
Cleaning Wheels ..............200
Windshield Wiper Blades ....200
Climate Control .....51,52,55,122
Clock...................85
Cluster Warning/Indicator Lights AirBagWarningLight ......164
Brake Warning Light .......167
Electronic Speed Control ON
Indicator ..............170
Electronic Speed Control
SET Indicator ...........170
FrontFogLightIndicator ....170
HighBeamIndicator ......170
Park/Headlight ON Indicator . .172
SeatBeltReminderLight ....166
Turn Signal Indicator ......170
Vehicle Security Light ......170
Clutch .................200
ClutchFluid..............200
Compact Spare Tire ..........213
Compass Calibration .........143
Cooling System ............200
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) . .200
Coolant Capacity .........198
Coolant Level ...........200
Disposal Of Used Coolant ....200
Drain, Flush, And Refill .....200
Inspection ............200
Points To Remember ......200
Pressure Cap ...........200
Selection Of Coolant
(Antifreeze) ........198, 200
Corrosion Protection .........200
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ....43
CruiseLight...............43
Customer Assistance ......216, 217
Customer Programmable Features ..............143 Defects, Reporting
..........217
Defroster, Rear Window ......51,52
Defroster, Windshield .......51,52
DimmerControl.............41
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ......41
Disabled Vehicle Towing .......163
Disarming, Security System ......13
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . .200
Disturb .................137
Driver Cockpit ..............6
Driver's Seat Back Tilt .........34
E-85Fuel...............200
Electric Parking Brake .........60
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System . . .70
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...........43
Electronic Throttle Control WarningLight ...........164
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .........64,142
Emergency, In Case Of Brake Warning Light .......166
Jacking ..............180
Jump Starting ..........186
Overheating ............173
Towing ...............163
Engine Air Cleaner ............200
Break-In

Recommendations . . .40
Checking Oil Level ........200
Coolant (Antifreeze) .......198
Cooling ...............200
Jump Starting ..........186
Malfunction Indicator
(CheckEngine) ..........168
Oil .............. 198, 200
Oil Filler Cap ...........200
Oil Selection ........198, 200
Overheating ............173
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ...............192
Ethanol.................200
Exhaust System ............200
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FAQ...................219
FiltersAirCleaner ............200
EngineOil ......... 198, 200
Engine Oil Disposal .......200
Flashers TurnSignal ............170
Flash-To-Pass ..............40
Flexible Fuel Vehicles Fuel Requirements .......200
Fluid,Brake..............199
Fluid Capacities ............198
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ................198
FogLights ............41,170
FoldingRearSeat ...........35
Forward Collision Warning .......49
Four Wheel Drive ...........156
Four Wheel Drive Operation .....153
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .......189
Frequently Asked Questions .....219
Front And Rear ParkSense System...62
Front ParkSense System ........62
Fuel Ethanol ..............200
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ....170, 210
Octane Rating ..........198
Specifications ..........198
Tank Capacity ..........198
Fuel, Flexible .............200
Fuses..................204
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ......210
Gear Select Lever Override ......190
GeneralMaintenance.........200
Glass Cleaning ............200
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect) . . .131
Headlights ................41
Automatic .............41
Cleaning .............200
Dimmer Switch ..........41
HighBeam .............40
Head Restraints ............30
HeadRests...............30
Heated Mirrors ........51,54,58
High Beam Indicator .........170 High Beam/Low Beam Select
(Dimmer) Switch ..........40
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener)...144
Hood Release .............193
Identifying Your Radio .........72
Installing A Child Restraint WithALR...............28
Installing Child Restraints Using The LATCH Lower Anchorages . . .27
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt ........28
Instrument Cluster ............8
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights ............ 163, 170
Instrument Panel Cover .......200
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning...200
Interior And Instrument Lights .....7
Interior Appearance Care .......200
Interior Fuses .............209
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)..42
Introduction ...............3
Canada ................4
In Vehicle Features Uconnect Access ..........79
Inverter Outlet (115V) ........147
Inverter, Power ............147
iPod/USB/MP3 Control Bluetooth Streaming Audio . . .131
Jacking Instructions .........182
Jack Location .............180
Jack Operation .........180, 182
Jump Starting .............186
KeyFob.................10 Arm The Alarm ...........12
Disarm The Alarm .........13
Keyless Enter-N-Go ...........13
KeyFob ...............13
Lock/Unlock .......13,14,15
Passive Entry ............13
Remote Control ...........13
LaneChangeAndTurnSignals....40
Lane Change Assist ..........40
LaneSense ...............64
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Rear Park Assist System........62
Rear ParkSense System ........62
RearSeat,Folding...........35
RecreationalTowing .........158 Shifting Into Power Transfer
Unit Neutral (N) .........160
Shifting Into Transfer Case
Neutral (N) ............160
Shifting Out Of Power Transfer
Unit Neutral (N) .........162
Shifting Out Of Transfer Case
Neutral (N) ............162
Refrigerant ...............200
Release, Hood .............193
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Arm The Alarm ...........12
Disarm The Alarm .........13
Remote Starting System ........12
ReplacementBulbs..........215
Reporting Safety Defects .......217
Restraint, Head .............30
RollOverWarning ............5
Schedule, Maintenance .......200
SDCardPort...........89,104
Seat Belt Seat Belt Pretensioner ......17
SeatBeltMaintenance........200
Seat Belts ................16
AdjustableShoulderBelt .....16
Pretensioners ...........16
Seats................32,37 Adjustment .............34
Head Restraints ..........30
Heated ...............37
RearFolding ............35
Seatback Release .......34,35
Tilting ................34
Vented................38
Ventilated .............38
Security Alarm ............170
Arm The System ..........12
Disarm The System ........13
Security Alarm ...........12
Selec-Terrain .............156
Selection Of Coolant
(Antifreeze).............198 Shifting
Power Transfer Unit, Shifting
Into Power Transfer Unit
Neutral (N) ......... 160, 162
Transfer Case, Shifting Into
Transfer Case Neutral (N) ....160
Transfer Case, Shifting Out Of
Transfer Case Neutral (N) ....162
Shift Lever Override .........190
Signals, Turn ...........40,170
Siri................ 118, 119
Sirius Satellite Radio ......88,101
Traffic & Weather .........110
SIRIUS Travel Link ..........111
Sound Systems (Radio) .........85, 104, 107
SpareTire............ 213, 214
SparkPlugs..............198
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ..........198
Oil .................198
Speed Control Accel/Decel ............43
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ......45
Distance Setting
(ACC Only) ...........44,47
Mode Setting (ACC Only) .....47
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....43
Starting Remote ...............12
Steering TiltColumn .............39
Wheel, Heated ...........38
Wheel, Tilt .............39
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . .142
Stuck, Freeing .............189
Sunroof Venting ...............67
SunRoof ................66
Supplemental Restraint System - AirBag................17
Telescoping Steering Column .....39
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC).................55
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ....28
Text Messaging ......96,121, 127,
138, 139
INDEX
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