2021 JEEP CHEROKEE brake

SERVICING AND MAINTENAN
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Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially
aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should
be cleaned regularly using mild (neutral Ph)
soap and water to maintain their luster and
to prevent corrosion. Wash wheels with the
same soap solution recommended for the
body of the vehicle and remember to always
wash when the surfaces are not hot to the
touch.Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration
caused by salt, sodium chloride, magnesium
chloride, calcium chloride, etc., and other
road chemicals used to melt ice or control
dust on dirt roads. Use a soft cloth or sponge
and mild soap to wipe away promptly. Do not
use harsh chemicals or a stiff brush. They
can damage the wheel’s protective coating
that helps keep them from corroding and
tarnishing.
When cleaning extremely dirty wheels
including excessive brake dust, care must be
taken in the selection of tire and wheel
cleaning chemicals and equipment to
prevent damage to the wheels. Select a
non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner for
aluminum or chrome wheels.
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.
WARNING!
Limited use spares are for emergency use
only. Installation of this limited use spare
tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire,
do not drive more than the speed listed on
the limited use spare wheel. Keep inflated
to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on
your Tire and Loading Information Placard
located on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the
rear edge of the driver’s side door. Replace
(or repair) the original equipment tire at
the first opportunity and reinstall it on your
vehicle. Failure to do so could result in
loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Avoid products or automatic car washes
that use acidic solutions or strong alkaline
additives or harsh brushes. Many
aftermarket 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.
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
recommended.
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The suggested Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Tire
rotation method is the “rearward cross”
shown in the following diagram.Tire Rotation (Rearward Cross)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 and
possibly 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 battery 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 surface 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.
Do not drain the engine cooling system.
Whenever you leave the vehicle stationary
for two weeks or more, idle the engine for
approximately five minutes, with the air
conditioning system on and high fan
speed. This will ensure proper lubrication
of the system, thus minimizing the possi -
bility of damage to the compressor when
the vehicle is put back into operation.
NOTE:
When the vehicle has not been started or
driven for at least 30 days, an Extended Park
Start Procedure is required to start the
vehicle.
Refer to “Starting The Engine” in “Starting
And Operating” for further information. CAUTION!
Proper operation of four-wheel drive
vehicles 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.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is
found on the left front corner of the instru-
ment panel. The VIN is visible from outside
of the vehicle through the windshield. The
VIN number also is stamped into the right
front body, on the right front seat cross
member. With the seat in the rear most posi -
tion a flap in the carpet can be cut open and
lifted to reveal the VIN. It also appears on the
Automobile Information Disclosure Label
affixed to a window on your vehicle, the
vehicle registration, and the title. The VIN is also stamped on either right or left
hand side of the engine block.
VIN Location
Right Front Body VIN Location
NOTE:
It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
BRAKE SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic
brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic
systems loses normal capability, the
remaining system will still function.
However, there will be some loss of overall
braking effectiveness. You may notice
increased pedal travel during application,
greater pedal force required to slow or stop,
and potential activation of the Brake
Warning Light.
In the event power assist is lost for any
reason (i.e., repeated brake applications with
the engine off) the brakes will still function.
However, the effort required to brake the
vehicle will be much greater than that
required with the power system operating.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped We recommended you use TUTELA TRANSMISSION AS8 Fluid, or equivalent,
meeting requirement of FCA Material Standard 9.55550-AV5 or MS.90030-A5.
Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your
transmission.
Manual Transmission – If Equipped We recommended you use TUTELA TRANSMISSION GEARFORCE Fluid, or
equivalent, meeting requirement of FCA Material Standard 9.55550-MZ6 or
MS.90030-M1.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not
available then TUTELA TOP4/S, FMVSS no. 116 DOT 4, ISO 4925 SAE J1704, or
equivalent, is acceptable.
If using DOT 4 brake fluid change interval is time based only, regardless of mileage.
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INDEX
INDEX
A
About Your Brakes ............................. 255
Accessories ....................................... 266Mopar ........................................... 266
Active Speed Limiter .......................... 159
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
(Cruise Control) ................................. 161
Adding Fuel .............................. 172 , 173
Additives, Fuel .................................. 257
Air Bag Air Bag Operation ........................... 111Air Bag Warning Light ..................... 108
Enhanced Accident Response .. 115 , 217
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ............. 217
Front Air Bag ................................. 109
If Deployment Occurs ..................... 115
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... 111
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ..... 116
Maintenance .................................. 116
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light .... 109
Transporting Pets ........................... 134
Air Bag Light ........................64 , 108 , 135
Air Conditioning................................... 45
Air Conditioning Filter .......................... 47
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 46 Air Pressure
Tires ............................................. 242
Alarm Arm The System .............................. 18
Disarm The System .......................... 18
Security Alarm ............................18 , 67
All Wheel Drive (AWD) ....................... 150
Alterations/Modifications Vehicle ............................................. 4
Android Auto...................... 275 , 280 , 306
Apps ............................................. 282
Communication ............................. 282
Maps ............................................ 281
Music ........................................... 282
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................ 261
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 76
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................... 67
Apple CarPlay .................... 276 , 283 , 307
Apps ............................................. 285
Maps ............................................ 284
Messages ...................................... 284
Music ........................................... 284
Phone ........................................... 284
Assist, Hill Start .................................. 81
Audio Systems (Radio) ................268 , 270 Auto Up Power Windows .......................48
Automatic Headlights ...........................31
Automatic High Beams .........................31
Automatic Tailgate Release ...................54
Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) .......................................45
Automatic Transaxle ...........................146
Automatic Transmission......................147
Adding Fluid ..................................265
Fluid Level Check ...........................236
Fluid Type .....................................265
Autostick...........................................148
AUX Cord ..........................................286
Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ........................55
B
Battery ........................................ 65 , 236
Charging System Light ......................65
Battery Saver Feature ...........................33
Belts, Seat ........................................135
Blind Spot Monitoring ..........................87
Brake Assist System ....................... 77 , 90
Brake Control System ...........................77
Brake Fluid ............................... 235 , 265
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Brake System ............................ 234, 255
Anti-Lock (ABS) ............................. 255 Fluid Check ........................... 235 , 265
Master Cylinder .............................. 235
Parking ......................................... 141
Warning Light .................................. 64
Brake/Transmission Interlock .............. 147
Bulb Replacement ............................. 183
Bulbs, Light ...................................... 137
C
Camera, Rear .................................... 171
Capacities, Fluid................................ 261
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ............ 229 , 230 , 231 , 232
Car Washes ....................................... 252
Certification Label ............................. 177
Change Oil Indicator ............................ 60
Changing A Flat Tire .................. 194 , 241
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ........ 134
Checks, Safety .................................. 134
Child Restraint .................................. 118
Child Restraints Child Seat Installation .................... 129
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ............................ 129
Cleaning Wheels .......................................... 248
Climate Control ................................... 36 Clock Settings ................................... 269
Compact Spare Tire ........................... 247
Cooling System ................................. 234
Cooling Capacity ............................ 261
Inspection ..................................... 234
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .........................261 , 262
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .....160 , 161
Cruise Light ............................. 72 , 73 , 74
Customer Assistance .......................... 308
Cybersecurity .................................... 268
D
Daytime Running Lights ....................... 30
Dealer Service ................................... 237
Defroster, Windshield......................... 136
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................. 74
Diesel Display Messages ............................. 61
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ................................... 233
Disabled Vehicle Towing .................... 215
Do Not Disturb ...........................297 , 305
Door Ajar .......................................65 , 66
Door Ajar Light ...............................65 , 66
Doors ................................................. 19
Drag And Drop Menu ..................273 , 278
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ......................... 22 E
Easy Entry Seats ..................................24
Electric Brake Control System ...............77
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................76
Electronic Roll Mitigation ............ 78 , 87
Electric Parking Brake ........................141
Electrical Power Outlets ........................55
Electronic Speed Control
(Cruise Control) .......................... 160 , 161
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..........79
Electronic Throttle Control Warning
Light ...................................................65
Emergency Braking ..............................93
Emergency Gas Can Refueling .............212
Emergency, In Case Of Gear Selector Override ....................213
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................182
Jacking .................................. 194 , 241
Jump Starting ................................209
Emissions..........................................266
Engine .......................229 , 230 , 231 , 232
Break-In Recommendations .............140 Checking Oil Level ..........................233
Coolant (Antifreeze) ........................262
Cooling ..........................................234Fuel Requirements ................. 257 , 261
Jump Starting ................................209
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INDEX
Oil ........................................ 261, 262
Oil Filler Cap .......... 229 , 230 , 231 , 232
Oil Selection .................................. 261
Overheating ................................... 212
Enhanced Accident Response
Feature ..................................... 115 , 217
Exterior Lights ............................. 30 , 137
F
Filters Air Conditioning ............................... 47
Engine Oil ..................................... 262
Flashers Hazard Warning ............................. 182Turn Signals ............................ 73 , 137
Flash-To-Pass ...................................... 31
Flat Tire Changing ..................... 241 , 246
Flat Tire Stowage ....................... 241 , 246
Fluid Capacities................................. 261
Fluid Leaks ....................................... 137
Fluid Level Checks Brake ............................................ 235
Engine Oil ..................................... 233
Fluid, Brake ...................................... 265
Fluids And Lubricants ........................ 262
Fob, Key ............................................. 13
Fog Lights ..................................... 32 , 71
Fog Lights, Rear .................................. 32 Fold-Flat Seats .................................... 22
Forward Collision Warning .................... 90
Four Wheel Drive ............................... 150
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... 214
Fuel
Additives ....................................... 257
Consumption ................................. 266
Light............................................... 68
Materials Added............................. 257
Octane Rating................................ 262
Requirements ................................ 261
Specifications................................ 262
Tank Capacity................................ 261
Fueling ......................................172 , 173
Fuses ............................................... 184
G
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) ........... 58
Gear Ranges ..............................144 , 148
Gear Selector Override ....................... 213
Glass Cleaning .................................. 254
GVWR .............................................. 178
H
Hazard Warning Flashers .................... 182
Head Restraint Removal ....................... 26
Head Restraints .................................. 26
Head Rests ......................................... 26 Headlights ...........................................30
Automatic ........................................31
Automatic High Beam .......................31
High Beam................................. 30 , 31

High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ..... 31

On With Wipers ................................31
Passing...................................... 30 , 31
Switch .............................................30 Time Delay.......................................32
Heated Seats ................................. 24 , 25
Heated Steering Wheel .........................28
Hill Descent Control .............................83
Hill Descent Control Indicator ...............83
Hill Start Assist....................................81
Hood Prop ...........................................52
Hood Release ......................................52
I
Ignition ...............................................15 Switch .............................................15
Instrument Cluster ...............................60 Descriptions .....................................73
Display ............................................59Menu Items .....................................61
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ..........254
Interior Appearance Care ....................253
Introduction ..........................................1
Inverter Power ..............................................56
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J
Jack Location .................................... 194
Jack Operation .......................... 194, 241
Jacking And Tire Changing ................. 194
Jump Starting ................................... 209
K
Key Fob Arm The System ............................... 18
Disarm The System .......................... 18
Keyless Enter-N-Go .............................. 19 Passive Entry ................................... 19
Keys ................................................... 13 Replacement ................................... 14
L
LaneSense ........................................ 168
Lap/Shoulder Belts ............................ 100
Latches............................................. 137 Hood ............................................... 52
Leaks, Fluid ...................................... 137
Life Of Tires ...................................... 244
Liftgate ............................................... 53 Closing ............................................ 53
Hands-Free ...................................... 54
Opening .......................................... 53
Light Bulbs ....................................... 137 Lights............................................... 137
Air Bag ............................ 64 , 108 , 135
Automatic Headlights ....................... 31
Automatic High Beam ...................... 31
Brake Assist Warning........................ 81
Brake Warning ................................. 64
Bulb Replacement ......................... 183
Cruise .................................. 72 , 73 , 74
Daytime Running ............................. 30
Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator...................................... 66
Engine Temperature Warning ............ 66
Exterior ....................................30 , 137
Fog............................................32 , 71
High Beam .................................30 , 31
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............ 31
Hill Descent Control Indicator ........... 83
Lights On Reminder ......................... 32
Low Fuel ......................................... 68
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) 68
Park ..........................................31 , 73
Passing ........................................... 31
Seat Belt Reminder .......................... 64
Security Alarm ................................. 67
Service ......................................... 183
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ....... 93
Traction Control ............................... 81
Turn Signals ....................... 33 , 73 , 137
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions ............................66 , 73 Loading Vehicle .................................177
Locks
Child Protection ...............................22
Low Tire Pressure System .....................93
Lug Nuts/Bolts ...................................256
Luggage Carrier ....................................57
M
Maintenance........................................51
Maintenance Free Battery ...................236
Maintenance Schedule .......................218
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine) ....................................68
Manual Transmission.................. 143 , 236
Fluid Level Check ...........................236
Lubricant Selection.........................265
Shift Speeds ..................................144
Media Hub ........................................286
Memory Feature (Memory Seats)............23
Mirrors ................................................29
Modifications/Alterations Vehicle ..............................................4
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ...............93
Mopar Accessories .............................266
MP3 Control ......................................286
Multi-Function Control Lever .................30
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