Jump Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump starting proce-
dure could result in personal injury or
property damage due to battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could
result in damage to the charging system of
the booster vehicle or the discharged ve-
hicle.
NOTE:
Make sure at all times that unused ends of
jumper cables are not contacting each other
or either vehicle while making connections.
Connecting The Jumper Cables
1. Connect the positive(+)end of the jumper
cable to the remote positive(+)post of the
discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive
(+)jumper cable to the positive(+)post of
the booster battery.3. Connect the negative end(-)of the jumper
cable to the negative(-)post of the
booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative
(-)jumper cable to a good engine ground
(exposed metal part of the discharged
vehicle’s engine) away from the battery
and the fuel injection system.WARNING!
Do not connect the jumper cable to the
negative (-) post of the discharged battery.
The resulting electrical spark could cause
the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury. Only use the specific
ground point, do not use any other exposed
metal parts.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has
the booster battery, let the engine idle a
few minutes, and then start the engine in
the vehicle with the discharged battery.
CAUTION!
Do not run the booster vehicle engine
above 2000 rpm since it provides no
charging benefit, wastes fuel and can
damage booster vehicle engine.
6. Once the engine is started, remove the
jumper cables in the reverse sequence:
Disconnecting The Jumper Cables
1. Disconnect the negative(-)end of the
jumper cable from the engine ground of
the vehicle with the discharged battery.
2. Disconnect the opposite end of the nega-
tive(-)jumper cable from the negative(-)
post of the booster battery.
3. Disconnect the positive(+)end of the
jumper cable from the positive(+)post of
the booster battery.
4. Disconnect the opposite end of the posi-
tive(+)jumper cable from the remote
positive(+)post of the discharged
vehicle.
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Mileage or time passed (which-
ever comes first)
7,500
15,000
22,500
30,000
37,500
45,000
52,500
60,000
67,500
75,000
82,500
90,000
97,500
105,000
112,500
120,000
127,500
135,000
142,500
150,000
Or Months: 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180 192 204 216 228 240
Or Kilometers:
12,000
24,000
36,000
48,000
60,000
72,000
84,000
96,000
108,000
120,000
132,000
144,000
156,000
168,000
180,000
192,000
204,000
216,000
228,000
240,000
Visually inspect condition of:
exterior bodywork, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses (ex-
haust - fuel system - brakes),
rubber elements (boots, sleeves,
bushings, etc.).XXX X X X X X X X
Inspect the front suspension, tie
rod ends and boot seals, replace
if necessary.XXXXXX
Inspect the front and rear axle
fluid, change if using your ve-
hicle for police, taxi, fleet, of-
froad or frequent trailer towing.XX X X X
Inspect the transfer case fluid. X X X
Inspect the CV/Universal joints. X X X X X X X X X X
Change brake fluid every
24 months if using DOT 4 brake
fluid. *XXX X X X X X X X
Adjust parking brake on vehicles
equipped with four-wheel disc
brakes.XX X X X
Replace engine air cleaner filter. X X X X X
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WARNING!
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.
Severe Duty Conditions
†† Change the engine oil and engine oil filter
at every 4500 miles (7,500 km) or 6 months
if using your vehicle under any of the follow-
ing 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
At Each Stop for Fuel
• Check the engine oil level about five min-
utes after a fully warmed engine is shut off.
Checking the oil level while the vehicle is
on level ground will improve the accuracy of
the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
• Check the windshield washer solvent, add
as required.
Once a Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual
wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first
sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs
before the oil indicator system turns on.
• Inspect the battery; clean and tighten the
terminals as required.
• Check the fluid levels of engine coolant/
antifreeze deaeration bottle, and brake
master cylinder, add as needed.
• Check all lights and all other electrical
items for correct operation.At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the exhaust system.
• Inspect brake hoses.
• Check the engine coolant/antifreeze level,
hoses, and clamps.
• Inspect engine accessory drive belts. Re-
place as necessary.
• Inspect for the presence of water in the fuel
filter/water separator unit.
Inspection and service should be performed
anytime a malfunction is observed or sus-
pected. Retain all receipts.
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Diesel Models with Diesel Particulate Filter
(DPF)
The oil change indicator system will remind
you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.A “CHANgE OIL” message will flash in the
instrument cluster odometer and a single
chime will sound, indicating that an oil
change is necessary.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil
change indicator message will illuminate, thismeans that service is required for your vehicle.
Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible,
within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil
change.
Maintenance Plan — Diesel
Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)15,000
30,000
45,000
60,000
75,000
90,000
105,00
120,000
135,000
150,000
Or Months: 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Or Kilometers:
24,000
48,000
72,000
96,000
120,000
144,000
168,000
192,000
216,000
240,000
Change engine oil and oil filter.(*)
Rotate tires X X X X X X X X X X
Inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if
necessary.XX X X X X X X X X
If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-
road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, re-
place if necessary.XX X X X X X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary. X X X X X X X X X X
Inspect exhaust system. X X X
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel system -
brakes), rubber elements (boots, sleeves, bushings, etc.).XX X X X X X X X X
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)15,000
30,000
45,000
60,000
75,000
90,000
105,00
120,000
135,000
150,000
Or Months: 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Or Kilometers:
24,000
48,000
72,000
96,000
120,000
144,000
168,000
192,000
216,000
240,000
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals,
replace if necessary.XX X
Change brake fluid every 24 months if using DOT 4 brake
fluid. **XXX X X
Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your
vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, offroad or frequent trailer
towing.XXX X X
Inspect the transfer case fluid. X X X X X
Inspect the CV/Universal joints. X X X X X X X X X X
Drain the fuel filter/water separator unit. X X X X X X X X X X
Replace the fuel filter. X X X X X
Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel
disc brakes.XXX X X
Replace engine air cleaner filter. X X X X X
Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter X X X X X
Replace accessory drive belt(s). X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or
150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.X
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.X
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Checking Oil Level — Gasoline Engine
To ensure proper lubrication of your vehicle's
engine, the engine oil must be maintained at
the correct level. The engine oil level should
be checked five minutes after a warmed up
engine has been shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level
ground will improve the accuracy of the oil
level readings. Always maintain the oil level
within the SAFE zone on the dipstick. Adding
1 quart (0.95 liters) of oil when the reading is
at the bottom of the crosshatch zone will
result in a reading at the top of the cross-
hatch zone on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase
will cause aeration or loss of oil pressure.
This could damage your engine.
Checking Oil Level — Diesel Engine
To assure proper engine lubrication, the en-
gine oil must be maintained at the correct
level. Check the oil level at regular intervals,
such as every fuel stop.For vehicles equipped with a Diesel Particu-
late Filter (DPF), it is acceptable to have an
oil level up to 3/8 inch (10 mm) above the
MAX line. Beyond 3/8 inch (10 mm) it is
recommended to change the oil.
The best time to check the engine oil level is
about five minutes after a fully warmed en-
gine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level
ground will improve the accuracy of the oil
level readings. Maintain the oil level between
the MIN and MAX markings on the dipstick.
Adding 1 U.S. Quart (0.95 L) of oil when the
reading is at the MIN mark will result in a
MAX reading on these engines.
Cooling System
WARNING!
• You or others can be badly burned by hot
engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam
from your radiator. If you see or hear
steam coming from under the hood, do
not open the hood until the radiator has
had time to cool. Never open a cooling
WARNING!
system pressure cap when the radiator
or coolant bottle is hot.
• Keep hands, tools, clothing, and jewelry
away from the radiator cooling fan when
the hood is raised. The fan starts auto-
matically and may start at any time,
whether the engine is running or not.
• When working near the radiator cooling
fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or
turn the ignition to the OFF mode. The
fan is temperature controlled and can
start at any time the ignition is in the ON
mode.
Engine Coolant Checks
Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protec-
tion every 12 months (before the onset of
freezing weather, where applicable). If the
engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or rusty in
appearance, the system should be drained,
flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant
(antifreeze). Check the front of the A/C con-
denser (if equipped) or radiator for any accu-
mulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean
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TIRES
Tires — General Information
Tire Pressure
Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to
the safe and satisfactory operation of your
vehicle. Four primary areas are affected by
improper tire pressure:
• Safety and Vehicle Stability
• Economy
• Tread Wear
• Ride Comfort
Safety
WARNING!
• Improperly inflated tires are dangerous
and can cause collisions.
• Underinflation increases tire flexing and
can result in overheating and tire failure.
• Overinflation reduces a tire's ability to
cushion shock. Objects on the road and
chuckholes can cause damage that re-
sult in tire failure.
WARNING!
• Overinflated or underinflated tires can
affect vehicle handling and can fail sud-
denly, resulting in loss of vehicle control.
• Unequal tire pressures can cause steer-
ing problems. You could lose control of
your vehicle.
• Unequal tire pressures from one side of
the vehicle to the other can cause the
vehicle to drift to the right or left.
• Always drive with each tire inflated to
the recommended cold tire inflation
pressure.
Both under-inflation and over-inflation affect
the stability of the vehicle and can produce a
feeling of sluggish response or over respon-
siveness in the steering.
NOTE:
• Unequal tire pressures from side to side
may cause erratic and unpredictable steer-
ing response.
• Unequal tire pressure from side to side may
cause the vehicle to drift left or right.Fuel EconomyUnderinflated tires will increase tire rolling re-
sistance resulting in higher fuel consumption.
Tread Wear
Improper cold tire inflation pressures can
cause abnormal wear patterns and reduced
tread life, resulting in the need for earlier tire
replacement.
Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability
Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfort-
able ride. Over-inflation produces a jarring
and uncomfortable ride.
Tire Inflation Pressures
The proper cold tire inflation pressure is
listed on the driver's side B-Pillar or rear edge
of the driver's side door.
At least once a month:
• Check and adjust tire pressure with a good
quality pocket-type pressure gauge. Do not
make a visual judgement when determining
proper inflation. Tires may look properly
inflated even when they are under-inflated.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER.................208
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS...........208
Torque Specifications............208
FUEL REQUIREMENTS — GASOLINE
ENGINES.................209
Ethanol....................209
FUEL REQUIREMENTS — DIESEL
ENGINES.................209
FLUID CAPACITIES..........210
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS.....210
Engine.....................210
Chassis....................211
MOPAR ACCESSORIES........212
Authentic Accessories And Jeep
Performance Parts By Mopar.......212
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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