2017 JEEP CHEROKEE load capacity

Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit—
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or
XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and
passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and
passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of
cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX”
amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb
passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available
cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750
(5x150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and
cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not
safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load
capacity calculated in Step 4.(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from
your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult
this manual to determine how this reduces the available
cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
Metric Example For Load Limit
For example, if “XXX” amount equals 635 kg and there will
be five 68 kg passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity is 295 kg (635-
340 (5x68) = 295 kg) as shown in step 4.
NOTE:
•
If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your
trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. The following
table shows examples on how to calculate total load,
cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle
with varying seating configurations and number and
size of occupants. This table is for illustration purposes
only and may not be accurate for the seating and load
carry capacity of your vehicle.
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WARNING!
Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading
can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and
increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the rec-
ommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never over-
load them.
Tires — General Information
Tire Pressure
Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and
satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Four primary areas
are affected by improper tire pressure:
•Safety and Vehicle Stability
• Economy
• Tread Wear
• Ride Comfort Safety
WARNING!
•
Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can
cause collisions.
• Underinflation increases tire flexing and can result
in overheating and tire failure.
• Overinflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion
shock. Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause
damage that result in tire failure.
• Overinflated or underinflated tires can affect vehicle
handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of
vehicle control.
• Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems.
You could lose control of your vehicle.
• Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle
to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right
or left.
• Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom-
mended cold tire inflation pressure.
Both under-inflation and over-inflation affect the stability
of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish
response or over responsiveness in the steering.
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Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range
of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with tem-
perature changes.
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 = 68°F (20°C) and the
outside temperature = 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.
Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa)
during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pressure
build up or your tire pressure will be too low.
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and
within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi-
tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds,
maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very impor-
tant. Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle loadingmay be required for high-speed vehicle operation. Refer to
your authorized tire dealer or original equipment vehicle
dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading
and cold tire inflation pressures.
WARNING!
High speed driving with your vehicle under maximum
load is dangerous. The added strain on your tires could
cause them to fail. You could have a serious collision.
Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity
at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).
Radial Ply Tires
WARNING!
Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on
your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly.
The instability could cause a collision. Always use
radial ply tires in sets of four. Never combine them
with other types of tires.
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Tire Repair
If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it meets
the following criteria:
•The tire has not been driven on when flat.
• The damage is only on the tread section of your tire
(sidewall damage is not repairable).
• The puncture is no greater thana¼ofaninch (6 mm).
Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and
additional information.
Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have
experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced immedi-
ately with another Run Flat tire of identical size and service
description (Load Index and Speed Symbol).
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles
(80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid loss of inflation
pressure. This rapid loss of inflation is referred to as the
Run Flat mode. A Run Flat mode occurs when the tire
inflation pressure is of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once a
Run Flat tire reaches the run flat mode it has limited
driving capabilities and needs to be replaced immediately.
A Run Flat tire is not repairable. It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at full
capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the run flat
mode.
See the tire pressure monitoring section for more information.
Tire Spinning
When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not
spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping.
Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “In Case Of Emer-
gency” for further information.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated
by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire damage or
failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do
not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph
(48 km/h) for more than 30 seconds continuously when
you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning
wheel, no matter what the speed.
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WARNING!(Continued)
and suspension components. You could lose control
and have a collision resulting in serious injury or
death. Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load
ratings approved for your vehicle.
• Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity,
other than what was originally equipped on your
vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load index could
result in tire overloading and failure. You could lose
control and have a collision.
• Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having ad-
equate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may
result in false speedometer and odometer readings.
Tire Types
All Season Tires — If Equipped
All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (Spring,
Summer, Fall and Winter). Traction levels may vary be-
tween different all season tires. All season tires can be identified by the M+S, M&S, M/S or MS designation on the
tire sidewall. Use all season tires only in sets of four; failure
to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of
your vehicle.
Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped
Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry condi-
tions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or on ice. If
your vehicle is equipped with Summer tires, be aware these
tires are not designed for Winter or cold driving conditions.
Install Winter tires on your vehicle when ambient tempera-
tures are less than 40°F (5°C) or if roads are covered with ice
or snow. For more information, contact an authorized dealer.
Summer tires do not contain the all season designation or
mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use
Summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may
adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle.
WARNING!
Do not use Summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You
could lose vehicle control, resulting in severe injury or
death. Driving too fast for conditions also creates the
possibility of loss of vehicle control.
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Capacity.............................. .521
Change Interval ........................ .455
Checking ............................. .453
Dipstick .............................. .453
Disposal .............................. .457
Filter ................................ .457
Filter Disposal .......................... .457
Identification Logo ...................... .456
Materials Added To ...................... .457
Pressure Warning Light ....................146
Recommendation .....................455, 521
Synthetic ............................. .457
Viscosity .......................... .456, 521
Oil Filter, Change ......................... .457
Oil Filter, Selection ......................... .457
Oil Pressure Light ......................... .146
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................163
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ...............108
Operating Precautions ...................... .163
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ...............5
Outside Rearview Mirrors .....................60
Overheating, Engine ....................... .436
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ...........5,596Paint Care
............................... .505
Parking Brake ............................ .264
ParkSense System, Rear ...................314, 321
Personalized Menu Bar ..................... .527
Pets ................................... .251
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........485
Power Brakes ............................... .512
Door Locks ..............................37
Inverter .............................. .122
Lift Gate .............................. .105
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ............119
Sunroof ................................97
Windows ...............................95
Pr

egnant Women And Seat Belts ................210
Preparation For Jacking ..................... .416
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................211
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .491
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............476
Radio Frequency General Information ................25, 32, 34, 41
Radio Operation .......................... .569
Radio Remote Controls ..................... .567
606 INDEX

High Speed............................ .491
Inflation Pressures ....................... .490
Jacking ........................... .414, 481
Life Of Tires ........................... .493
Load Capacity ...................... .485, 486
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .............195
Pressure Warning Light ....................153
Quality Grading ........................ .503
Radial ............................... .491
Replacement ........................... .494
Rotation .............................. .501
Safety ............................ .481, 489
Snow Tires ............................ .496
Spare Tire ...................... .496, 497, 498
Spinning .............................. .492
Trailer Towing .......................... .374
Tread Wear Indicators .....................493
Tire Safety Information ...................... .481
Tire Service Kit ........423, 424, 425, 427, 428, 430, 431
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .................373
To Open Hood ........................... .102
Torque Converter Clutch .....................277
Towing .......................... .369, 372, 439
Disabled Vehicle ........................ .439
Recreational ........................... .378Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome
............378
Traction Control .......................... .173
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ....................178
Trailer Towing ............................ .369
Cooling System Tips ..................... .378
Hitches ............................... .371
Minimum Requirements ....................373
Tips ................................. .377
Trailer And Tongue Weight ..............372, 373
Wiring ............................... .376
T

railer Towing Guide ....................... .372
Trailer Weight ............................ .372
Transaxle ............................... .269
Automatic ............................ .269
Operation ............................. .269
Transmission ............................. .271
Automatic ......................... .271, 479
Maintenance ........................... .479
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ......108
Transporting Pets ......................... .251
Tread Wear Indicators ...................... .493
Turn Signals ........................... .66, 161
610 INDEX