2017 JEEP CHEROKEE cruise control

To Vary The Speed Setting
To Increase Speed
When the Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control
is set, you can increase speed by pushing the SET+button.
The driver’s preferred units can be selected through the
instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Getting To
Know Your Instrument Panel” for more information. The
speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of U.S.
(mph) or Metric (km/h) units:
U.S. Speed (mph)
• Pushing the SET +button once will result ina1mph
increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in an increase of 1 mph.
• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will
continue to increase in 5 mph increments until the
button is released. The increase in set speed is reflected
in the instrument cluster display.
Metric Speed (km/h)
• Pushing the SET +button once will result in a 1 km/h
increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in an increase of 1 km/h. •
If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will
continue to increase in 10 km/h increments until the
button is released. The increase in set speed is reflected
in the instrument cluster display.
To Decrease Speed
When the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control is set, you
can decrease speed by pushing the SET -button.
The driver’s preferred units can be selected through the
instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Getting To
Know Your Instrument Panel” for more information. The
speed decrement shown is dependant on the speed of U.S.
(mph) or Metric (km/h) units:
U.S. Speed (mph)
• Pushing the SET -button once will result ina1mph
decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in a decrease of 1 mph.
• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will
continue to decrease in 5 mph decrements until the
button is released. The decrease in set speed is reflected
in the instrument cluster display.
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Metric Speed (km/h)
•Pushing the SET -button once will result in a 1 km/h
decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in a decrease of 1 km/h.
• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will
continue to decrease in 10 km/h decrements until the
button is released. The decrease in set speed is reflected
in the instrument cluster display.
To Cancel
The following conditions will cancel the Normal (Fixed
Speed) Electronic Speed Control without clearing the
memory:
• The brake pedal is applied.
• The CANCEL button is pushed.
• The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control Sys-
tem (ESC/TCS) activates.
• The vehicle parking brake is applied.
• The braking temperature exceeds normal range (over-
heated). •
The gear selector is removed from the DRIVE position.
• The driver switches ESC to full-off mode.
To Resume Speed
To resume a previously set speed, push the RES button and
release. Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph
(32 km/h).
To Turn Off
The system will turn off and erase the set speed in memory
if:
•The Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control
on/off button is pushed.
• The ignition is turned off.
• You engage Four-Wheel Drive Low.
• The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) on/off button is
pushed.6
STARTING AND OPERATING 313

About Your Brakes........................ .512
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . . .293
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .............475
Additives, Fuel ........................... .516
AirBag ................................ .217
Advance Front Air Bag ....................217
Air Bag Operation ....................... .219
Air Bag Warning Light .................215, 220
Driver Knee Air Bag ..................... .227
Enhanced Accident Response .............233, 444
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................444
FrontAirBag ........................217, 220
If A Deployment Occurs ....................232
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .227
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............233
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ............216
Transporting Pets ....................... .251
Air Bag Light ...................... .143, 215, 253
Air Bag Maintenance ....................... .233
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......457
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................462
Air Conditioning Filter ....................93, 463
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ................93
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ...............462, 463
Air Conditioning System ...................92, 462 Air Filter
............................... .457
Air Pressure, Tires ......................... .490
Alarm Arm The System ..........................34
Disarm The System ........................35
Alarm (Security Alarm) ....................34, 146
Alarm System (Security Alarm) .................34
All Wheel Drive (AWD) ..................... .278
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ................7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................474, 521
Disposal .............................. .477
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................168
Anti-Lock Warning Light .....................155
Arming
System (Security Alarm) ................34
Assist, Hill Start .......................... .170
Audio Systems (Radio) ...................... .527
Auto Down Power Windows ...................95
Automatic Door Locks ........................42
Automatic Headlights ........................63
Automatic High Beams .......................66
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ............92
Automatic Transaxle ....................... .269
Automatic Transmission ..................271, 481
Adding Fluid .......................... .481
Fluid And Filter Changes ...................481
598 INDEX

Child RestraintsBooster Seats ........................... .238
Child Restraints ........................ .234
Child Seat Installation .....................249
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt ........245
Infants And Child Restraints ................237
LATCH Positions ........................ .240
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......240
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........237
Seating Positions ........................ .239
Child Safety Locks ..........................42
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .515
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .498
Climate Control ............................76
Manual ................................76
Coin Holder ..............................115
Cold Weather Operation ..................... .262
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ................590
Compact Spare Tire ........................ .497
Console .................................115
Console, Floor .............................115
Contract, Service .......................... .594
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .............476
Cooling System ........................... .474Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)
.................475
Coolant Capacity ........................ .521
Coolant Level .......................... .477
Disposal Of Used Coolant ..................477
Drain, Flush, And Refill ....................474
Inspection ......................... .474, 477
Points To Remember ..................... .477
Pressure Cap ........................... .476
Radiator Cap .......................... .476
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........474, 521
Corrosion Protection ....................... .505
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .................293
Cruise Light ............................. .162
Cupholders ...............................

118
Customer Assistance ....................... .592
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ...............69
Daytime Running Lights ......................64
Dealer Service ............................ .455
Defroster, Rear Window .......................75
Defroster, Windshield ....................... .253
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................163
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .....................66
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ........................... .453
600 INDEX

Disabled Vehicle Towing.....................439
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................477
Do Not Disturb ........................... .589
Door Ajar ............................... .149
Door Ajar Light ........................... .149
Door Opener, Garage ....................... .108
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ........................45
Driving ................................. .385
E-85 Fuel ............................... .518
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) .........119
Electric Parking Brake ...................... .264
Electronic Brake Control System ................169
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................168
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...................177
Traction Control System ....................173
Electronic Range Select (ERS)..................276
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ......290, 293
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............173
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........148
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .......363
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ...................391
Jacking ........................... .414, 481Jump Starting
.......................... .431
Overheating ........................... .436
Emission Control System Maintenance ............164
Engine .............................. .451, 452
Air Cleaner ............................ .457
Block Heater ........................... .263
Break-In Recommendations .................264
Checking Oil Level ...................... .453
Cooling .............................. .474
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................252, 517
Fails To Start ........................... .262
Flooded, Starting ........................ .262
Jump

Starting .......................... .431
Oil .............................. .455, 521
Oil Filler Cap .....................451, 452, 456
Oil Filter .............................. .457
Oil Selection ........................ .455, 521
Oil Synthetic ........................... .457
Overheating ........................... .436
Engine Oil Viscosity ........................ .456
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................456
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........233, 444
Ethanol ............................. .515, 518
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................252, 517
Exhaust System ....................... .252, 472
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INDEX 601

Key FobArm The Alarm ..........................34
Disarm The Alarm ........................35
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........25, 33
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .....22
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ......25
Key-In Reminder ............................28
Keyless Enter-N-Go ..........................38
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ...................539
Passive Entry Programming .................539
Unlock Liftgate ......................... .539
Key, Replacement ........................ .25, 33
Keys ....................................20
Lane Change And Turn Signals .................66
Lane Change Assist ..........................66
LaneSense ............................... .355
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................ .204
Latches ................................. .255
Hood ................................ .102
Leaks, Fluid ............................. .255
Life Of Tires ............................. .493
Liftgate ............................. .103, 104
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer .................74
Light Bulbs .............................. .255Lights
.................................. .255
AirBag .........................143, 215, 253
Automatic Headlights ......................63
Battery Saver ............................67
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .176
Brake Warning ......................... .144
Cruise ............................... .162
Daytime Running .........................64
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................65, 66
Engine Temperature Warning ................147
Exterior .............................. .255
Fog ...................................65
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................391
Headlights ..............................63
Headlights On Reminder ....................64
Headlights On With Wipers ..................64
Headlight Switch .........................63
High Beam ..............................66
High

Beam/Low Beam Select .................66
Hill Descent Control Indicator ...............179
Instrument Cluster ........................63
Intensity Control ..........................68
Interior ................................67
Lights On Reminder .......................64
Low Fuel ............................. .155
604 INDEX

Transfer Case, Shifting Out Of Transfer
Case Neutral (N)........................ .384
Shift Lever Override ....................... .437
Shoulder Belts ............................ .204
Side View Mirror Adjustment ...................60
Signals, Turn ....................... .66, 161, 255
Siri ................................ .586, 587
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....................500
Snow Tires .............................. .496
Spare Tire ........................ .496, 497, 498
Speed Control Accel/Decel ........................... .293
Cancel ............................... .293
Resume .............................. .293
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..............290, 293
Starting ..................................29
Cold Weather .......................... .262
Engine Fails To Start ..................... .262
Remote ................................29
Steering Column Controls .........................65
Tilt Column .............................57
Wheel, Heated ...........................58
Wheel, Tilt ..............................57
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................567Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . . .567
Storage
..................................117
Storage, Vehicle .............................93
Stuck, Freeing ............................ .437
Sun Roof .................................97
Sun Visor Extension .........................62
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag ..........217
Sway Control, Trailer ....................... .178
Synthetic Engine Oil ....................... .457
System, Remote Starting ......................29
Telescoping Steering Column ...................57
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ............92
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ..................... .107
Tilt Steering Column .........................57
Time Delay, Headlight ........................64
Tire And Loading Information Placard ............485
Tire Markings ............................ .481
T

ires......................... .255, 489, 496, 503
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .493
Air Pressure ........................... .489
Chains ............................... .500
Changing .......................... .414, 481
Compact Spare ......................... .497
General Information ...................489, 496
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INDEX 609