2018 JEEP CHEROKEE towing

If flatbed equipment is not available, this
vehicle must be towed with the front wheels
OFF the ground (using a towing dolly, or
wheel lift equipment with the front wheels
raised).
Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is re-
leased, and remains released, while being
towed. The Electric Park Brake does not need
to be released, if all four wheels are off the
ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the
above requirements can cause severe en-
gine and/or transmission damage. Damage
from improper towing is not covered under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
4x4 Models
The manufacturer requires towing with all
four wheelsOFFthe ground.
Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on
a flatbed, or with one end of vehicle raised
and the opposite end on a towing dolly.
CAUTION!
• Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used (if the remaining wheels are on the
ground). Internal damage to the trans-
mission or power transfer unit will occur
if a front or rear wheel lift is used when
towing.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the
above requirements can cause severe
transmission and/or power transfer unit
damage. Damage from improper towing
is not covered under the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
Recovery Strap — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be included with a recovery
strap. Recovery straps do not act like tradi-
tional tow straps, chains, or winch cables.
WARNING!
Recovery straps should only be used in
emergencies to rescue stranded vehicles.
Only use Recovery straps on vehicles that
fit within the recommended GVW of your
WARNING!
recovery strap. Only attach recovery straps
to OE recommended anchor points or
emergency towing anchor points. Never
attach to tow ball or vehicle tie down point,
these are not designed for this purpose.
Never attach to vehicle steering, drive
train, or any other suspension compo-
nents. NEVER pull a strap over sharp
edges or abrasive surfaces that can dam-
age the recovery strap. NEVER use a dam-
aged strap, it has reduced strength. DO
NOT attempt to repair straps. ONLY per-
sons involved in the recovery should be in
either vehicle. No passengers. Anyone in-
side the vehicles can be struck by strap
recoil, causing serious injury. MOVE by-
standers at least 40 ft (12.2 m) from the
recovery area when using the recovery
strap.
Using Recovery Strap
1. Review all warnings and instructions first.
2. Position the recovery vehicle.
3. Connect the recovery strap.
4. Add a recovery damper or blanket.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
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WARNING!
and the right equipment. If you have any
doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a com-
petent mechanic.
• Failure to properly inspect and maintain
your vehicle could result in a component
malfunction and effect vehicle handling
and performance. This could cause an
accident.
Heavy Duty Use Of Vehicle
†† Change the engine oil and engine oil filter
at every 4500 miles (7,500 km) or
12 months if using your vehicle under any of
the following severe duty conditions:
• Stop and go driving.
• Driving in dusty conditions.
• Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
• Trailer towing.
• Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial
service).
• Off-road or desert operation.
Scheduled Servicing — Diesel Engine
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic
oil change indicator system. The oil change
indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled
maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil
change indicator message will illuminate.
This means that service is required for your
vehicle. Operating conditions such as fre-
quent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures will influence
when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can
cause the change oil message to illuminate
as earlier than specified. Have your vehicle
serviced as soon as possible, within the next
500 miles (805 km).
To help you have the best driving experience
possible, the manufacturer has identified the
specific vehicle maintenance service inter-
vals that are required to keep your vehicle
operating properly and safely. The manufacturer recommends that these
maintenance intervals be performed at your
selling dealer. The technicians at your deal-
ership know your vehicle best, and have ac-
cess to factory trained information, genuine
Mopar parts, and specially designed elec-
tronic and mechanical tools that can help
prevent future costly repairs.
The maintenance intervals shown should be
performed as indicated in this section.
NOTE:
•
The actual interval for changing the oil and
replacing the engine oil filter depends on the
vehicle usage conditions, it is signaled by the
warning light or message (if present) in the
instrument panel. It should not exceed
12,500 miles (20,000 km) or 12 months.
• Flush and replace the engine coolant at
120 months or 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
whichever comes first.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)12,500
25,000
37,500
50,000
62,500
75,000
87,500
100,000
112,500
125,000
137,500
150,000
162,500
175,000
187,500
Or Years: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
20,000
40,000
60,000
80,000
100,000
120,000
140,000
160,000
180,000
200,000
220,000
240,000
260,000
280,000
300,000
Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any
of the following: trailer towing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery
service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or more
than 50% of your driving is at sustained speeds during hot
weather, above 90°F (32°C). XX X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or
150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. XX
Replace timing drive belt. (***) X X
(*) The actual interval for changing the oil
and replacing the engine oil filter depends
also on the vehicle usage conditions, it is
signaled by the warning light or message (if
present) in the instrument panel. It should
not exceed 12,500 miles (20,000 km) or
12 months.
(**) The brake fluid interval is time based
only, mileage intervals do not apply.
(***) Regardless of the distance covered, the
timing and accessory belts must be changed
every four years for particularly demanding use (cold climates, city driving, long periods
of idling), or at least every six years. Under no
circumstances should these intervals be
exceeded.
WARNING!
• You can be badly injured working on or
around a motor vehicle. Do only service
work for which you have the knowledge
and the right equipment. If you have any
doubt about your ability to perform a
WARNING!
service job, take your vehicle to a com-
petent mechanic.
• Failure to properly inspect and maintain
your vehicle could result in a component
malfunction and effect vehicle handling
and performance. This could cause an
accident.
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Oil (Engine)...............204
Oil (Engine) .....204, 205, 206, 207
Carbon Monoxide Warning .........116
Car Washes ..................226
Change Oil Indicator .............55
Changing A Flat Tire .........173, 216
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety . . . .116
Checks, Safety ................116
Child Restraints How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat
Belt ....................115
Child Safety Locks ..............22
Clean Air Gasoline .............232
Cleaning Wheels ..................222
Climate Control .............35, 276
Manual ...................35
Clock .....................248
Clock Setting .................248
Cold Weather Operation ..........121
Compact Spare Tire .............221
Cooling System ...............208
Coolant Capacity ............237
Inspection ................208
Selection Of Coolant
(Antifreeze) ............237, 238
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......141Cruise Light
................64, 65
Customer Assistance ............280
Customer Programmable Features . . . .256
Daytime Running Lights ...........30
Dealer Service ................211
Defroster, Windshield ............117
Diagnostic System, Onboard ........66
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ...............208
Disabled Vehicle Towing ..........190
Disturb ................... .267
Do Not Disturb ................278
Door Ajar ....................59
Door

Ajar Light ................59
Door Locks, Automatic ............22
Electric Brake Control System Anti-Lock Brake System .........68
Electronic Roll Mitigation .....71, 74
Electric Parking Brake ...........124
Electronic Brake Control System ......69
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..................141
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .....71
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .....................58 Emergency, In Case Of
Hazard Warning Flasher ........160
Jacking ..............173, 216
Jump Starting ..............186
Overheating ...............188
Towing ..................190
Engine ..........204, 205, 206, 207
Break-In Recommendations .....123
Checking Oil Level ...........208
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........238
Cooling ..................208
Exhaust Gas Caution ..........116
Jump Starting ..............186
Oil .................237, 238
Oil Filler Cap ..............204
Oil Filler Cap ...............204
Oil Filler Cap .......205, 206, 207
Oil Selection ..............237
Overheating ...............188
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ...............102, 193
Ethanol ....................232
Exhaust Gas Cautions ...........116
Exhaust System ...............116
Exterior Lights ................118
INDEX
300

Viscosity.................237
Oil Pressure Light ...............57
Onboard Diagnostic System .........66
Operating Precautions ............66
Operator Manual Owner's Manual ..............2
Outlet Power ...................49
Overheating, Engine ............188
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .....2
Parking Brake ................124
ParkSense Active Park Assist .......150
ParkSense System, Front And Rear . . .149
ParkSense System, Rear ......147, 149
Pets ......................116
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect) ......263
Phone (Pairing) ............263, 272
Phone (Uconnect) ..........263, 274
Power Glass Sunroof ...............45
Inverter ..................52
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . .49
Windows ..................44
Power Shade Open ....................46
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ......93Preparation For Jacking
..........174
Pretensioners Seat Belts .................93
Radial Ply Tires ...............218
Radio .....................273
Presets ...........249, 255, 256
Radio Operation ...............249
Radio Screens ................253
Radio (Sound Systems) ..........249
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ........33
Rear Camera .................154
Rear Cross Path ................79
Rear ParkSense System . . .147, 149, 154
Rear Wiper/Washer ..............34
Recreational Towing .............157
Release, Hood .................47
Reminder, Seat Belt .............88
Remote Control Starting System .............17
Remote Keyless Entry Arm The Alarm ..............18
Disarm The Alarm .............18
Remote

Starting System ...........17
Replacement Keys ..............15
Replacement Tires .............219
Restraint, Head ................25 Roll Over Warning
................2
Rotation, Tires ................224
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle .......117
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ......118
Safety, Exhaust Gas .............116
Safety Tips ..................116
Schedule, Maintenance ..........196
SD Card Port .................257
Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder
Belt Anchorage ..............92
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) . .93
Energy Management Feature ......93
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ......91
Lap/Shoulder Belts ............89
Pregnant Women .............93
Seat Belt Pretensioner .........93
Seat Belt Reminder ............88
Seat Belt Maintenance ...........227
Seat Belt Reminder ..............88
Seat Belts ................88, 117
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ........92
Adjustable Upper Shoulder
Anchorage .................92
Front Seat .................88
Front Seat ..............89, 91
303

General Information..........221
High Speed ................217
Inflation Pressure ............217
Jacking ...............173, 216
Life Of Tires ...............219
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). .60
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . .82
Radial ...................218
Replacement ..............219
Rotation .................224
Safety ...................216
Snow Tires ................221
Spare Tire ................221
Spare Tires ............221, 222
Spinning .................218
Tread Wear Indicators .........219
Wheel Nut Torque ............231
Tire Service Kit . . . .180, 181, 182, 183, 184, 185
To Open Hood .................47
Towing .....................156
Disabled Vehicle ............190
Guide ...................156
Recreational ...............157
Weight ..................156
Towing Behind A Motorhome .......157
Traction Control ................71 Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
..........75
Trailer Towing ................156
Trailer Towing Guide ............156
Trailer Weight ................156
Transaxle ...................128
Automatic ................128
Operation ................128
Transmission .................129
Automatic ................129
Automatic ................210
Fluid ...................240
Maintenance ...............210
Manual ..................126
Transporting Pets ..............116
Tread Wear Indicators ............219
Turn Signals ............... .32,
64
Uconnect (Hands-Free Phone) Making A Phone Call ......261, 267
Receiving A Call ............261
Uconnect Phone .....261, 266, 267, 268, 272
Uconnect Voice Command .....266, 271
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ......92
USB Port ...................257
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ......3
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm). .18
Vehicle Storage ................43
Ventilated ....................24
Voice Command ........266, 271, 272
Voice Recognition System (VR) ..............266, 267, 271
Warning Flasher, Hazard ..........160
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Descriptions) ................60
Warning, Roll Over ...............2
Warnings And Cautions ............3
Washer Rear ....................34
Washers, Windshield ..........33, 209
Washing Vehicle ...............226
Wheel And Wheel Tire Care ........222
Wheel And Wheel Tire Trim ........222
Wind Buffeting ................46
Window Fogging ................43
Windows Close ....................44
Down ....................44
Open ....................44
Power ...................44
Up ......................44
Windshield Defroster ............117
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