2017 JEEP CHEROKEE start stop button

3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push and release theENGINE START/STOP button once to return the igni-
tion to the OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
Secondary Method For Oil Change Reset
1. Without pushing the brake pedal, push and release the ENGINE START/STOP button and place the ignition to
the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).
2. Navigate to Oil Lifesubmenu in Vehicle Info in the
instrument cluster display.
3. Push and Hold the OKbutton until the gauge resets to
100%.
Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items
NOTE: The instrument cluster display menu items display
in the center of the instrument cluster. Menu items may
vary depending on your vehicle features.
Speedometer
Push and release the upordownarrow button
until the speedometer Main Gauge icon is highlighted
in the instrument cluster display. Push and release the
left
or rightarrow button to select the large or
small digital speedometer display. Push and release the
OK button to toggle units (mph or km/h) of the
speedometer.
Vehicle Info
Push and release the upordownarrow button
until the Vehicle Info icon/title is highlighted in the
instrument cluster display. Push and release the left
orrightarrow button to scroll through the infor-
mation submenus and push and release the OKbutton
to select or reset the resettable submenus:
Tire Pressure
Transmission Temperature
Oil Temperature
Oil Pressure — Gasoline Vehicle Only
Oil Life
Battery Voltage
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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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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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Nine-Speed Automatic Transmission
The transmission gear range (PRND) is displayed both
beside the gear selector and in the instrument cluster. To
select a gear range, press the lock button on the gear
selector and move the selector rearward or forward. You
must also press the brake pedal to shift the transmission
out of PARK, or to shift from NEUTRAL into DRIVE or
REVERSE when the vehicle is stopped or moving at low
speeds (refer toBrake/Transmission Shift Interlock Sys-
tem in this section). Select the DRIVE range for normal
driving.
The electronically-controlled transmission provides a pre-
cise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are self-
calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle
may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and
precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles
(kilometers).
The nine-speed transmission has been developed to meet
the needs of current and future FWD/AWD vehicles.
Software and calibration is refined to optimize the custom-
er ’s driving experience and fuel economy. By design, some
vehicle and driveline combinations utilize 9th gear only in
very specific driving situations and conditions. Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the
accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be
sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting
between these gears.
The transmission gear selector has PARK, REVERSE, NEU-
TRAL, DRIVE, and Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift posi-
tions. Manual downshifts can be made using the ERS shift
control (refer to
Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation in
this section for further information). Moving the gear selector
into the ERS (-/+) position (beside the DRIVE position)
activates ERS mode, displays the current gear in the instru-
ment cluster, and prevents automatic upshifts beyond this
gear. In ERS mode, toggling the gear selector forward (-) or
rearward (+) will change the highest available gear.
NOTE: If the gear selector cannot be moved to the PARK,
REVERSE, or NEUTRAL position (when pushed forward)
it is probably in the ERS (+/-) position (beside the DRIVE
position). In ERS mode, the transmission gear limit (1, 2, 3,
etc.) is displayed in the instrument cluster. Move the gear
selector to the right (into the DRIVE [D] position) for access
to PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL.
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CAUTION!
•Before moving the transmission gear selector out of
PARK, you must turn the ignition to the ON/RUN
mode, and also press the brake pedal. Otherwise,
damage to the gear selector could result.
• DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK
or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this can
damage the drivetrain.
The following indicators should be used to ensure that you
have engaged the transmission into the PARK position:
• When shifting into PARK, press the lock button on the
gear selector and firmly move the selector all the way
forward until it stops and is fully seated.
• Look at the transmission gear position display and
verify that it indicates the PARK position (P).
• With brake pedal released, verify that the gear selector
will not move out of PARK.
REVERSE (R)
This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into
REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete
stop.
NEUTRAL (N)
Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged
periods with the engine running. The engine may be
started in this range. Apply the parking brake and shift the
transmission into PARK if you must leave the vehicle.
WARNING!
Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the
ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices
that limit your response to changing traffic or road
conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle and
have a collision.
CAUTION!
Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other
reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause
severe transmission damage. Refer to “Recreational
Towing” in “Starting And Operating” and “Towing A
Disabled Vehicle” in “In Case Of Emergency” for
further information.
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The Four-Wheel Drive is fully automatic in the normal
driving mode. The Selec-Terrain buttons provide three
selectable mode positions:
•4WD LOW
• REAR LOCK (If Equipped)
• NEUTRAL When additional traction is required, the 4WD LOW range
position can be used to provide an additional gear reduc-
tion which allows for increased torque to be delivered to
both the front and rear wheels. 4WD LOW is intended for
loose, slippery road surfaces only. Driving in 4WD LOW on
dry, hard-surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and
damage to driveline components.
When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the engine
speed is approximately 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).
Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends on
tires of equal size, type, and circumference on each wheel.
Any difference will adversely affect shifting and cause
damage to the driveline components.
Because four-wheel drive provides improved traction,
there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping
speeds. Do not go faster than road conditions permit.
2-Speed 4x4 Switch (with Rear Lock)
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NOTE:If shift conditions/interlocks are not met a mes-
sage will flash from the instrument cluster display with
instructions on how to complete the requested shift. Refer
to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To know Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
Shifting Out Of 4X4 LOW
With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h), the
ignition in the ON mode and the engine running, shift the
transmission into NEUTRAL, and push the “4WD LOW”
button once. The “4WD LOW” indicator light in the
instrument cluster will flash and go out when the shift is
complete.
NOTE:
• If shift conditions/interlocks are not met, a message will
flash from the instrument cluster display with instruc-
tions on how to complete the requested shift. Refer to
“Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
• Shifting into or out of 4WD LOW 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 with the vehicle rolling 0 to 3 mph
(0 to 5 km/h). If the vehicle is moving faster than 3 mph
(5 km/h), the 4WD system will not allow the shift.
Selec-Terrain Switch
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NEUTRAL Shift Procedure
WARNING!
You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the
vehicle unattended with the power transfer unit in the
NEUTRAL (N) position without first fully engaging
the parking brake. The NEUTRAL (N) position disen-
gages both the front and rear driveshafts from the
powertrain and will allow the vehicle to roll, even if
the transmission is in PARK. The parking brake
should always be applied when the driver is not in the
vehicle.
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop and shift the transmission to PARK.
2. Turn the engine OFF.
3. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN mode, but do not start the engine.
4. Press and hold the brake pedal.
5. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
6. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, push and hold the recessed power transfer unit NEUTRAL (N) button (located by the selector switch) for four seconds. The
light behind the NEUTRAL (N) symbol will blink,
indicating shift in progress. The light will stop blinking
(stay on solid) when the shift to NEUTRAL (N) is
complete.
7. After the shift is completed and the NEUTRAL (N) light stays on, release the NEUTRAL (N) button.
8. Start the engine.
9. Release the parking brake.
10. Shift the transmission into REVERSE.
Neutral Switch
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