2018 JEEP CHEROKEE 4WD

Engine/TransmissionModelFrontal Area Maximum GTW
(Gross Trailer Wt.) Maximum Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
2.0L Diesel/Automatic 4WD55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 5,456 lbs (2,475 kg) 273 lbs (124 kg)
2.0L Diesel/Automatic 4WD with 2–speed PTU
(4LO) 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 5,500 lbs (2,495 kg) 276 lbs (125 kg)
2.2L Diesel/Automatic 4WD55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 5,500 lbs (2,495 kg) 276 lbs (125 kg)
2.2L Diesel/Automatic 4WD with 2–speed PTU
(4LO) 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 5,500 lbs (2,495 kg) 276 lbs (125 kg)
When towing a trailer the technically permissible laden weight may be exceeded by not more than 10% or 220 lbs (100 kg), whichever is lower provided that the operating speed is restricted to 62 mph (100 km/h) or less.
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds and loads.
Towing limits quoted represent the maximum towing ability of the vehicle at its Gross Combined Mass to restart on a 12% gradient at sea level.
The performance and economy of all models will be reduced when used for towing.
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Models
Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground
NOT ALLOWEDNOT ALLOWED
Flat Tow NONE
Dolly Tow Front
OKNOT ALLOWED
Rear NOT ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALLOKOK
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CAUTION!
Avoid products or automatic car washes
that use acidic solutions or strong alkaline
additives or harsh brushes. Many aftermar-
ket wheel cleaners and automatic car
washes may damage the wheel's protective
finish. Such damage is not covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Only car
wash soap is recommended.
When cleaning extremely dirty wheels includ-
ing excessive brake dust, care must be taken in
the selection of tire and wheel cleaning chemi-
cals and equipment to prevent damage to the
wheels. Select a non-abrasive, non-acidic
cleaner for aluminum or chrome wheels.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a
bristle brush, metal polishes or oven
cleaner. These products may damage the
wheel's protective finish. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. Only car wash soap is recom-
mended.NOTE:
If you intend parking or storing your vehicle
for an extended period after cleaning the
wheels with wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle
and apply the brakes to remove the water
droplets from the brake components. This
activity will remove the red rust on the brake
rotors and prevent vehicle vibration when
braking.
Dark Vapor Chrome, Black Satin Chrome, or Low
Gloss Clear Coat Wheels
CAUTION!
If your vehicle is equipped with these
specialty wheels, DO NOT USE wheel
cleaners, abrasives, or polishing com-
pounds. They will permanently damage
this finish and such damage is not covered
by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
HAND WASH ONLY USING MILD SOAP
AND WATER WITH A SOFT CLOTH. Used
on a regular basis; this is all that is re-
quired to maintain this finish.
Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-
to-body clearance. Follow these recommen-
dations to guard against damage.
• Traction device must be of proper size for
the tire, as recommended by the traction
device manufacturer
• Use on Front Tires Only
• Due to limited clearance, the following traction devices are recommended:
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models
• Original equipment 225/60R17 and 225/ 55R18 tire sizes are not chainable.
• The use of 7mm snow chains is permitted with the use of 215/60R17 tires on size
17 x 7.0 ET41 wheels.
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Non-Trailhawk Models
Without A Two-Speed Power Takeoff Unit
• Original equipment 225/60R17 and 225/ 55R18 tire sizes are not chainable.
• The use of 9mm snow chains is permitted with the use of 215/60R17 tires on size
17 x 7.0 ET41 wheels.
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Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Non-Trailhawk Models
With A Two-Speed Power Takeoff Unit
• The use of 7mm snow chains is permittedwith 225/60R17 and 225/55R18 tires.
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Trailhawk Models
• The use of 9mm snow chains is permitted with the use of 225/65R17 tires on size
17 x 7.5 ET31 wheels.
CAUTION!
• Use on Front Tires Only
• Damage to Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models may result if tire chains or trac-
tion devices are used with original
equipment size tires.
• Damage to Four Wheel Drive (4WD)
Models without a Two-Speed Power
Takeoff Unit may result if tire chains or
traction devices are used with original
equipment size tires.
• Damage to Four Wheel Drive (4WD)
Trailhawk Models may result if tire
chains or traction devices are used with
original equipment size tires.
WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type
(M+S, Snow) between front and rear axles
can cause unpredictable handling. You
could lose control and have a collision.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires,
observe the following precautions:
• Because of restricted traction deviceclearance between tires and other sus-
pension components, it is important
that only traction devices in good condi-
tion are used. Broken devices can cause
serious damage. Stop the vehicle imme-
diately if noise occurs that could indi-
cate device breakage. Remove the dam-
aged parts of the device before further
use.
• Install device as tightly as possible and
then retighten after driving about ½ mile
(0.8 km).
• Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
CAUTION!
• Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns
and large bumps, especially with a
loaded vehicle.
• Do not drive for a prolonged period on
dry pavement.
• Observe the traction device manufactur-
er’s instructions on the method of instal-
lation, operating speed, and conditions
for use. Always use the suggested oper-
ating speed of the device manufacturer’s
if it is less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
• Do not use traction devices on a com-
pact spare tire.
Tire Rotation Recommendations
The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle
operate at different loads and perform differ-
ent steering, handling, and braking func-
tions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal
rates.
These effects can be reduced by timely rota-
tion of tires. The benefits of rotation are
especially worthwhile with aggressive tread
designs such as those on On/Off Road typeSERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to
maintain mud, snow, and wet traction levels,
and contribute to a smooth, quiet ride.
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” for the
proper maintenance intervals. The reasons
for any rapid or unusual wear should be
corrected prior to rotation being performed.
The suggested Front Wheel Drive (FWD) rota-
tion method is the “forward cross” shown in
the following diagram. This rotation pattern
does not apply to some directional tires that
must not be reversed.
The suggested Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Tire
rotation method is the “rearward cross”
shown in the following diagram.
CAUTION!
Proper operation of four-wheel drive ve-
hicles depends on tires of equal size, type
and circumference on each wheel. Any
difference in tire size can cause damage to
the power transfer unit. Tire rotation
schedule should be followed to balance
tire wear.
STORING THE VEHICLE
If the vehicle should remain stationary for
more than a month, observe the following
precautions:
• Park your vehicle in a covered, dry andpossibly airy location the windows open
slightly. • Check that the Electric Park Brake is not
engaged.
• Disconnect the negative (-) terminal from the battery post and be sure that the battery
is fully charged. During storage check bat-
tery charge quarterly.
• If you do not disconnect the battery from the electrical system, check the battery
charge every 30 days.
• Clean and protect the painted parts by applying protective waxes.
• Clean and protect polished metal parts by applying protective waxes.
• Apply talcum powder to the front and rear wiper blades and leave raised from the
glass.
• Cover the vehicle with an appropriate cover taking care not to damage the painted sur-
face by dragging across dirty surfaces. Do
not use plastic sheeting which will not allow
the evaporation of moisture present on the
surface of the vehicle.
• Inflate the tires at a pressure of +7.25 psi (+0.5 bar) higher than recommended on
the tire placard and check it periodically.Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Tire Rotation
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Tire Rotation
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