2017 JEEP CHEROKEE User Guide

With the vehicle OFF and in the RUN position, hold the
OKbutton for one second for Storage Mode.
Push OKbutton to confirm vehicle storage. The instrument
cluster display will display a countdown from ten to zero.
NOTE: Push and release the left
arrow button will
cancel Storage Mode. If the procedure is cancelled or
there is a fault, the procedure will need to be restarted
from the beginning.
1. After counting down, the instrument cluster display will display the message: “Storage Mode Engaged To
Minimize Battery Drain.” Starting the vehicle will exit
Storage Mode.
NOTE: Storage mode will increase the amount the time the
vehicle can be parked without the battery discharging
beyond the point where the vehicle won’t restart. To use
the vehicle’s key fob, the driver will need to grab a door
handle to wake up the vehicle prior to it checking for the
presence of a valid key and unlocking the door.
Driver Assist
Push and release the upordownarrow button
until the Driver Assist Icon is highlighted in the instru-
ment cluster display.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu — If Equipped
The instrument cluster display displays the current ACC
system settings. The information displayed depends on
ACC system status.
Push the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) on/off button
(located on the steering wheel) until one of the following
displays in the instrument cluster display:
Adaptive Cruise Control Off
When ACC is deactivated, the display will read “Adaptive
Cruise Control Off.”
Adaptive Cruise Control Ready
When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed setting has
not been selected, the display will read “Adaptive Cruise
Control Ready.”
Push and release the SET + or the SET- button (located on
the steering wheel) and the following will display in the
instrument cluster display:
ACC SET
When ACC is set, the set speed will display in the
instrument cluster.
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The ACC screen may display once again if any ACC
activity occurs, which may include any of the following:
•Distance Setting Change
• System Cancel
• Driver Override
• System Off
• ACC Proximity Warning
• ACC Unavailable Warning
• The instrument cluster display will return to the last
display selected after five seconds of no ACC display
activity.
For further information, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) — If Equipped” in “Starting And Operating.”
LaneSense — If Equipped
The instrument cluster display displays the current La-
neSense system settings. The information displayed de-
pends on LaneSense system status and the conditions that
need to be met. For further information, refer to “La-
neSense — If Equipped” in “Starting And Operating.”Fuel Economy
Push and release the upordownarrow button
until the Fuel Economy Icon is highlighted in the
instrument cluster display. Push and Hold the OK
button to reset average fuel economy feature.
• Range – The display shows the estimated distance (mi
or km that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the
tank. When the Range value is less than 30 miles (48 km)
estimated driving distance, the Range display will
change to a “LOW FUEL” message. Adding a significant
amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the “LOW
FUEL” message and a new Range value will display.
Range cannot be reset through the OKbutton.
NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle
loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of
the vehicle, regardless of the Range displayed value.
• Average – The display shows the average fuel economy
(MPG, L/100 km. or km/L) since the last reset.
• Current – This display shows the current fuel economy
(MPG, L/100 km, km/L) form while driving.
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Trip Info
Push and release theupordownarrow button
until the Trip Menu Icon is highlighted in the instru-
ment cluster display. Toggle the left
orrightar-
row button to select Trip A or Trip B. The Trip informa-
tion will display the following:
• Distance – Shows the total distance (mi or km) traveled
for Trip A or Trip B since the last reset.
• Average Fuel Economy – Shows the average fuel
economy (MPG, L/100 km, or km/L) of Trip A or Trip B
since the last reset.
• Elapsed Time – Shows the total elapsed time of travel
since Trip A or Trip B has been reset.
Hold the OKbutton to reset feature information.
Stop/Start – If Equipped
Push and release the upordownarrow button
until the Stop/Start icon is highlighted in the instru-
ment cluster display. Push and release the right
ar-
row button to display the Stop/Start status. Audio
Push and release the
upordownarrow button
until the Audio Icon is highlighted in the instrument
cluster display.
Stored Messages
Push and release the upordownarrow button
until the Messages Menu Icon is highlighted in the
instrument cluster display. This feature shows the num-
ber of stored warning messages. Pushing the left
or
right
arrow button will allow you to scroll through
the stored messages.
Screen Setup
Push and release the upordownarrow button
until the Screen Setup Menu Icon/Title is highlighted in
the instrument cluster display. Push and release the OK
button to enter the sub-menus and follow the prompts
on the screen as needed. The Screen Setup feature
allows you to change what information is displayed in
the instrument cluster as well as the location that
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Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items
Gear Display
•Full (default setting)
• Single
Upper Left
• None
• Compass (default setting)
• Outside Temp
• Time
• Range
• Fuel Economy Average
• Fuel Economy Current
• Trip A
• Trip B Upper Right
•
None
• Compass
• Outside Temp (default setting)
• Time
• Range
• Fuel Economy Average
• Fuel Economy Current
• Trip A
• Trip B
Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default Settings)
• Cancel
• Restore
Current Gear
• On
• Off (default setting)
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Favorite Menus — Equipped
•Speedometer
• Vehicle Info
• Terrain (show/hide)
• Driver Assist (show/hide)
• Fuel Economy (show/hide)
• Trip Info (show/hide)
• Stop/Start
• Audio (show/hide)
• Messages
• Screen Setup
• Speed Warning (show/hide)
The menu with (show/hide) means user can press OK
button to choose show or hide this menu on the instrument
cluster display.Gear Shift Indicator (GSI) — If Equipped
The Gear Shift Indicator (GSI) system is enabled on ve-
hicles with manual shifting mode. The GSI provides the
driver with a visual indication within the instrument
cluster display when the recommended gear shift point has
been reached. This indication notifies the driver that
changing gears will allow a reduction in fuel consumption.
When the shift up indicator is shown on the display, the
GSI is advising the driver to engage a higher gear.
The GSI indicator in the instrument cluster display remains
illuminated until the driver changes gear, or the driving
conditions return to a situation where changing gear is not
required to improve fuel consumption.
Speed Warning — If Equipped
Push and release the upordownarrow button
until the Speed Warning Menu icon/title is highlighted
in the instrument cluster display. Push and release the
OK button to enter speed warning. Use the up
or
down
arrow button to select a desired speed, then
push and release the OKbutton to set the speed. The
Speed Warning telltale will display in the instrument
cluster display, and a chime will sound with a pop up
warning message when the set speed is exceeded. 4
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Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message —
Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped
This vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor
(IBS) to perform additional monitoring of the electrical
system and status of the vehicle battery.
In cases when the IBS detects charging system failure, or
the vehicle battery conditions are deteriorating, electrical
load reduction actions will take place to extend the driving
time and distance of the vehicle. This is done by reducing
power to or turning off non-essential electrical loads.
Load reduction is only active when the engine is running.
It will display a message if there is a risk of battery
depletion to the point where the vehicle may stall due to
lack of electrical supply, or will not restart after the current
drive cycle.
When load reduction is activated, the message “Battery
Saver On” or “Battery Saver Mode” will appear in the
instrument cluster display.
These messages indicate the vehicle battery has a low state
of charge and continues to lose electrical charge at a rate
that the charging system cannot sustain.NOTE:
•
The charging system is independent from load reduc-
tion. The charging system performs a diagnostic on the
charging system continuously.
• If the Battery Charge Warning Light is on it may indicate
a problem with the charging system. Refer to “Battery
Charge Warning Light” in ”Warning And Indicator
Lights And Messages” located in ”Getting To Know
Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
The electrical loads that may be switched off (if equipped),
and vehicle functions which can be effected by load
reduction:
• Heated Seat/Vented Seats/Heated Wheel
• Heated/Cooled Cup Holders — If Equipped
• Rear Defroster And Heated Mirrors
• HVAC System
• 115V AC Power Inverter System
• Audio and Telematics System
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Loss of the battery charge may indicate one or more of the
following conditions:
•The charging system cannot deliver enough electrical
power to the vehicle system because the electrical loads
are larger than the capability of charging system. The
charging system is still functioning properly.
• Turning on all possible vehicle electrical loads (e.g.
HVAC to max settings, exterior and interior lights,
overloaded power outlets +12V, 115V AC, USB ports)
during certain driving conditions (city driving, towing,
frequent stopping).
• Installing options like additional lights, upfitter electri-
cal accessories, audio systems, alarms and similar de-
vices.
• Unusual driving cycles (short trips separated by long
parking periods).
• The vehicle was parked for an extended period of time
(weeks, months).
• The battery was recently replaced and was not charged
completely.
• The battery was discharged by an electrical load left on
when the vehicle was parked. •
The battery was used for an extended period with the
engine not running to supply radio, lights, chargers,
+12V portable appliances like vacuum cleaner ’s, game
consoles and similar devices.
What to do when an electrical load reduction action
message is present (“Battery Saver On” or “Battery Saver
Mode”)
During a trip:
• Reduce power to unnecessary loads if possible:
– Turn off redundant lights (interior or exterior)
– Check what may be plugged in to power outlets +12V, 115V AC, USB ports
– Check HVAC settings (blower, temperature)
– Check the audio settings (volume)
After a trip:
• Check if any aftermarket equipment was installed (ad-
ditional lights, upfitter electrical accessories, audio sys-
tems, alarms) and review specifications if any (load and
Ignition Off Draw currents).
• Evaluate the latest driving cycles (distance, driving time
and parking time).
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•The vehicle should have service performed if the mes-
sage is still present during consecutive trips and the
evaluation of the vehicle and driving pattern did not
help to identify the cause.
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
IMPORTANT:The warning/indicator light switches on in
the instrument panel together with a dedicated message
and/or acoustic signal when applicable. These indications
are indicative and precautionary and as such must not be considered as exhaustive and/or alternative to the informa-
tion contained in the Owner Manual, which you are advised
to read carefully in all cases. Always refer to the information
in this chapter in the event of a failure indication.
All active telltales will display first, if applicable. The
system check menu may appear different based upon
equipment options and current vehicle status. Some tell-
tales are optional and may not appear.
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