2018 JEEP CHEROKEE tow

NOTE:
• You must ensure that the Auto Park Brakefeature is disabled before towing this ve-
hicle, to avoid inadvertent Electric Park
Brake engagement. The Auto Park Brake
feature is enabled or disabled via the cus-
tomer programmable features in the
Uconnect Settings.
• When towing your vehicle, always follow applicable state and provincial laws. Con-
tact state and provincial Highway Safety
offices for additional details.
Recreational Towing — Front-Wheel Drive
(FWD) Models
DO NOT flat tow this vehicle.
Recreational towing (for front-wheel drive
models) is allowed ONLY if the front wheels
are OFF the ground. This may be accom-
plished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer. If
using a tow dolly, follow this procedure:
1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow ve- hicle, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions. 2. Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly.
3. Apply the parking brake. Place automatic
transmission in PARK, or manual trans-
mission in gear. Turn the engine OFF.
4. Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
5. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN mode, but do not start the engine.
6. Press and hold the brake pedal.
7. Release the parking brake.
8. Turn the ignition OFF, remove the key fob, and release the brake pedal.
CAUTION!
• Towing with the front wheels on theground will cause severe transmission
damage. Damage from improper towing
is not covered under the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
CAUTION!
• Ensure that the Electric Park Brake isreleased, and remains released, while
being towed.
Recreational Towing — 4x4 Models
Recreational towing is not allowed.
NOTE:
This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or
vehicle trailer provided all four wheels are
OFF the ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle with ANYof its wheels
on the ground can cause severe transmis-
sion and/or power transfer unit damage.
Damage from improper towing is not cov-
ered under the New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING
FLASHERS................160
Control....................160
BULB REPLACEMENT ........160
Replacement Bulbs.............160
Replacing Exterior Bulbs ..........161
FUSES....................164
General Information .............164
Underhood Fuses ..............164
Interior Fuses ................172
JACKING AND TIRE
CHANGING................173
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage . . . .173
Changing Procedure ............177 Declaration Of Conformance
.......178
Jack Usage Precautions ..........180
TIRE SERVICE KIT —
IF EQUIPPED...............180
Tire Service Kit Storage ..........180
Tire Service Kit Components And
Operation ...................181
Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions . . . .181
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit . . .182
JUMP STARTING ............186
Preparations For Jump Start ........186
Jump Starting Procedure ..........187
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY . . . .188
Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release . . .188
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS . .188
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE . . .189
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE. . . .189
TOWING A DISABLED
VEHICLE..................190
Without The Key Fob ............191
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models —
WithKeyFob.................191
4x4 Models ..................192
Recovery Strap — If Equipped ......192
ENHANCED ACCIDENT
RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS) . . . .193
EVENT DATA RECORDER
(EDR)....................193
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HAZARD WARNING
FLASHERS
Control
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located
on the switch bank just above the climate
controls.
Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warn-
ing flasher. When the switch is activated, all
directional turn signals will flash on and off towarn oncoming traffic of an emergency. Push
the switch a second time to turn off the
Hazard Warning flashers.
This is an emergency warning system and it
should not be used when the vehicle is in
motion. Use it when your vehicle is disabled
and it is creating a safety hazard for other
motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek
assistance, the Hazard Warning flashers will
continue to operate even though the ignition
is placed in the OFF position. NOTE:
With extended use, the Hazard Warning
flashers may discharge the battery.
BULB REPLACEMENT
Replacement Bulbs
Interior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Cargo Lamp TL212–2
Overhead Console Lamp PLW214–2A Reading Lamp WL212–2
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Bi-Halogen Headlamps
1. Remove the three hex head screws fromthe wheel liner.
2. Pull the exterior edge of the liner towards the tire to gain access to the headlamp
bulb cap.
3. Firmly grasp the cap and rotate it counter- clockwise to unlock it.
4. Firmly grasp the bulb and connector as- sembly and rotate counterclockwise to
remove from the housing.
5. Disconnect the bulb from the electrical connector and then connect the replace-
ment bulb.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fin-
gers. Oil contamination will severely
shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in
contact with any oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
6. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the headlamp housing and rotate
clockwise to lock it in place. 7. Install the bulb cap in the headlamp
housing and rotate clockwise to lock it in
place.
8. Install the three hex head screws into the wheel liner.
Front Turn Signals And Front Side Marker
Lamps
1. Open the hood.
NOTE:
Removal of the air cleaner filter housing
may be necessary prior to replacing bulbs
in the upper lamp assembly on the pas-
senger side of the vehicle.
2. Twist the appropriate bulb and socket assembly counterclockwise, and then re-
move the bulb and socket assembly from
the lamp housing.
3. Pull the bulb out of the socket and insert the replacement bulb.
4. Install the bulb and socket assembly into the housing, and rotate the socket clock-
wise to lock it in place.
5. Re-install air cleaner filter housing if removed.
Front Fog Lamp
1. Remove the three hex head screws from
the wheel liner.
2. Pull the exterior edge of the wheel liner towards the tire to gain access to the bulb.
3. Squeeze the two tabs on the side of the bulb socket and pull straight out from the
fog lamp.
4. Disconnect the wire harness from the bulb.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fin-
gers. Oil contamination will severely
shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in
contact with any oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
5. Reconnect the wiring harness to the new bulb and reinstall by inserting the new
bulb straight into the fog lamp housing
until it locks in place.
6. Lock the lower door in the wheel liner.
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CavityBlade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description
F35 ––Not Used
F36 ––Not Used
F37 ––Not Used
F38 –60 Amp Yellow Glow Plugs (Diesel Only) –
If Equipped
F39 –40 Amp Green HVAC Blower Motor
F40 –20 Amp Blue Trailer Tow Park Light –
If Equipped
F40 –30 Amp PinkHeadlamp Washer Pump –
If Equipped
F41 –60 Amp YellowBody Controller Module (BCM) –
Feed 1
F41 –50 Amp RedVoltage Stability Module - Feed 1
– If Equipped With Stop/Start Engine Option
F42 –30 Amp PinkTrailer Tow Electric Brake Module
– If Equipped
F43 20 Amp Yellow –Fuel Pump Motor
F44 –30 Amp PinkTrailer Tow / 7-Way Connector –
If Equipped
F45 –30 Amp PinkPassenger Door Module (PDM) –
If Equipped
F46 –25 Amp Clear Sunroof – If Equipped
F48 –30 Amp PinkDriver Door Module – If Equipped
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CavityBlade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description
F49 –30 Amp PinkPower Inverter (115V A/C) —
If Equipped
F50 –30 Amp PinkPower Liftgate – If Equipped
F51 ––Not Used
F52 –30 Amp PinkFront Wipers – If Equipped With
Stop/Start Engine Option
F53 –30 Amp PinkBrake System Module & Valves
F54 –30 Amp PinkBody Control Module (BCM)
Feed 3
F55 10 Amp Red –Blind Spot Sensors/Rearview
Camera
F56 15 Amp Blue –Ignition Node Module (IGNM)/
KIN/RF Hub/Electric Steering Column Lock (ESCL)
F57 20 Amp Yellow –Trailer Tow Lights Left –
If Equipped
F58 10 Amp Red –Occupant Classification Module/
VSM/TT Mod/ESCL
F59 –30 Amp PinkDrivetrain Control Module (DTCM)
– If Equipped
F60 20 Amp Yellow –Power Outlet – Center Console
F61 20 Amp Yellow –Trailer Tow Lights Right –
If Equipped
F62 20 Amp Yellow –Windshield De-Icer – If Equipped
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CavityBlade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description
F71 20 Amp Yellow –HID Headlamp Right –
If Equipped With Stop/Start Engine Option
F72 10 Amp Red –Heated Mirrors – If Equipped
F73 –20 Amp BlueTrailer Tow Back Up – If Equipped
F74 –30 Amp Pink Rear Defroster
F75 20 Amp Yellow –Cigar Lighter – If Equipped
F76 20 Amp Yellow –Rear Differential Module (RDM) –
If Equipped
F77 10 Amp Red –Fuel Door Release/Brake Pedal
Switch
F78 10 Amp Red –Diagnostic Port/Digital TV (Japan
Only)
F79 10 Amp Red –Integrated Center Stack (ICS)/
Electric Park Brake (EPB) SW/CD
Mod/Steering Control Mod (SCCM)/ HVAC/Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)
F80 20 Amp Yellow –Radio / CD – If Equipped
F81 ––Not Used
F82 ––Not Used
F83 –20 Amp BlueEngine Controller Module (Gas)
F84 –30 Amp PinkElectric Park Brake (EPB) – Left
F85 ––Not Used
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JACKING AND TIRE
CHANGING
WARNING!
• Do not attempt to change a tire on theside of the vehicle close to moving traf-
fic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid
the danger of being hit when operating
the jack or changing the wheel.
• Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dan-
gerous. The vehicle could slip off the
jack and fall on you. You could be
crushed. Never put any part of your body
under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you
need to get under a raised vehicle, take
it to a service center where it can be
raised on a lift.
• Never start or run the engine while the
vehicle is on a jack.
• The jack is designed to be used as a tool
for changing tires only. The jack should
not be used to lift the vehicle for service
purposes. The vehicle should be jacked
on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or
slippery areas.
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage
The jack, wheel chocks and spare tire are
stowed under the load floor behind the rear
seat.
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Lift the access cover using the load floor handle. 3. Remove the hook from the stowed posi-
tion on the back side of the load floor and
place the hook over the top body flange
and weather seal. This will hold the load
floor up while obtaining the jack and spare
tire.
4. Remove the fastener securing the jack and spare tire.
5. Remove the chocks.
6. Remove the scissors jack and wheel bolt wrench from the spare wheel as an assem-
bly. Turn the jack screw to the left to
loosen the wheel bolt wrench, and remove
the wrench from the jack assembly.
NOTE:
The jack handle attaches to the side of the
jack with two attachment points. When
the jack is partially expanded, the tension
between the two attachment points holds
the jack handle in place.
7. Remove the spare tire.
Load Floor Handle
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