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2023 CHEROKEE
2023 CHEROKEE| OWNER’S MANUAL

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INTRODUCTION
SYMBOLS KEY ....................................................................... 8
ROLLOVER WARNING ......................................................... 8
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS ........................ 8
SYMBOL GLOSSARY ............................................................. 9
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS ....................................................................................13Key Fob ........................................................................ 13
SENTRY KEY ........................................................................16
IGNITION SWITCH ...............................................................16 Ignition Node Module (IGNM) —
If Equipped .................................................................. 16
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition
(If Equipped) ................................................................ 16
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED .......................................18 How To Use Remote Start .......................................... 18
To Exit Remote Start Mode ........................................ 18
Remote Start Front Defrost Activation —
If Equipped .................................................................. 19
Remote Start Comfort Systems —
If Equipped ................................................................. 19
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer
Activation — If Equipped ............................................. 19
Remote Start Cancel Message .................................. 19
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ..................20 To Arm The System .................................................... 20
To Disarm The System ............................................... 20
Rearming Of The System ............................................ 20
Security System Manual Override.............................. 20 DOORS ................................................................................ 20
Manual Door Locks......................................................20
Power Door Locks .......................................................21
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry ....................... 22
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit ................................. 23
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped ........................ 24
Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors .... 24
STEERING WHEEL............................................................... 24 Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ..............................24
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped ....................... 25
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION ..................................... 25 Introducing Voice Recognition .................................... 25
Basic Voice Commands............................................... 25
Get Started ................................................................... 26
Additional Information................................................. 26
DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED ................ 26 Programming The Memory Feature............................ 27
Linking And Unlinking The Key Fob To Memory......... 27
Memory Position Recall............................................... 27
SEATS .................................................................................. 28 Manual Adjustment
(Front Seats) — If Equipped......................................... 28
Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats) ............................... 29
Power Adjustment (Front Seats) — If Equipped ......... 30
Heated Seats — If Equipped........................................ 31
Ventilated Seats — If Equipped................................... 32
Head Restraints ........................................................... 32
MIRRORS ............................................................................ 34 Inside Rearview Mirror ................................................ 34
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors ........................................... 34
Outside Mirrors ........................................................... 34
Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal And Approach
Lighting — If Equipped ................................................. 35
Power Mirrors...............................................................35
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped .................................... 35 UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HOMELINK®) — IF EQUIPPED

S
................................... 35
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® ............ 36
Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels ....................... 36
Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling Code Or
Non-Rolling Code Device............................................. 36
Programming HomeLink® To A Garage Door
Opener ......................................................................... 36
Programming HomeLink® To A Miscellaneous
Device .......................................................................... 37
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button ........... 37
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .................... 37
Security ........................................................................ 38
Troubleshooting Tips ................................................... 38
EXTERIOR LIGHTS .............................................................. 39 Multifunction Lever .................................................... 39
Headlight Switch.......................................................... 39
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — If Equipped .......... 40
High/Low Beam Switch............................................... 40
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control —
If Equipped .................................................................. 40
Flash-To-Pass............................................................... 40
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ......................... 40
Parking Lights .............................................................. 40
Automatic Headlights With
Wipers — If Equipped .................................................. 41
Headlight Time Delay .................................................. 41
Lights-On Reminder .................................................... 41
Fog Lights — If Equipped ............................................. 41
Turn Signals ................................................................. 42
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ............................. 42
Battery Saver ............................................................... 42
INTERIOR LIGHTS ............................................................... 42 Interior Courtesy Lights ............................................... 42
Illuminated Entry ........................................................ 43

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WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ........................... 43Windshield Wiper Operation....................................... 44
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped .......................... 44
Rear Window Wiper/Washer ..................................... 45
Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped ................... 45
CLIMATE CONTROLS ..........................................................45 Automatic Climate Control Descriptions And
Functions ..................................................................... 45
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped ................................................................. 48
Climate Voice Commands .......................................... 48
Operating Tips ............................................................ 48
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............................49 Storage ........................................................................ 49
AUX/USB Control ........................................................ 50
Power Outlets .............................................................. 51
Power Inverter — If Equipped .................................... 52
WINDOWS ...........................................................................53 Power Window Controls .............................................. 53
Automatic Window Features ..................................... 53
Reset Auto-Up.............................................................. 53
Window Lockout Switch.............................................. 54
Wind Buffeting ............................................................ 54
POWER SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE —
IF EQUIPPED ....................................................................... 54 Opening And Closing The Sunroof ............................. 55
Opening And Closing The Power Shade .................... 55
Pinch Protect Feature ................................................. 56
Venting Sunroof .......................................................... 56
Ignition Off Operation.................................................. 56
Sunroof Maintenance ................................................. 56
HOOD ...................................................................................56 Opening The Hood ...................................................... 56
Closing The Hood ........................................................ 57 LIFTGATE .............................................................................. 57
To Unlock/Open The Liftgate ......................................57
To Lock/Close The Liftgate ......................................... 58
Hands-Free Liftgate — If Equipped ............................ 58
Cargo Area Features ................................................... 59
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED .......................... 60
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ..................................................... 61 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ................................. 63
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY

S
.............................. 63
Instrument Cluster Display Location And Controls.... 63
Oil Life Reset — If Equipped

S
................................. 64
Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items ................... 64
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable Items ............ 67
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message —
Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped .....67
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ................................ 68 Red Warning Lights ..................................................... 68
Yellow Warning Lights ................................................. 70
Yellow Indicator Lights ................................................ 73
Green Indicator Lights ................................................. 73
White Indicator Lights.................................................. 74
Blue Indicator Lights.................................................... 75
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ..................... 75 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ...............................................................75
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ........................................................................ 75
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ..................................................... 77 Normal Starting ........................................................... 77
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C) .... 77
Extended Park Starting ............................................... 77
If Engine Fails To Start ............................................... 78
After Starting................................................................ 78
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS........................ 78
PARKING BRAKE ................................................................ 78 Electric Park Brake (EPB) ........................................... 78
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............................................ 81 Key Ignition Park Interlock.......................................... 81
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) System ... 81
9-Speed Automatic Transmission ............................. 81
Gear Ranges ................................................................ 82
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION .................................... 85 1-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) — If Equipped....... 85
2-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) — If Equipped....... 85
Shift Positions.............................................................. 86
Shifting Procedures ..................................................... 86
Rear Electronic Locker System — If Equipped........... 87
SELEC-TERRAIN .................................................................. 88 Description................................................................... 88
POWER STEERING ............................................................. 88
STOP/START SYSTEM........................................................ 89 Autostop Mode ............................................................ 89
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not Autostop .... 89
To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode ............ 89
To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start System............ 90
To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start System ............ 90
System Malfunction .................................................... 90

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SYMBOLS KEY
If you do not read the entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important information.
Observe all Cautions and Warnings.
ROLLOVER WARNING
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. This
vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than many passenger
vehicles. It is capable of performing better in a wide variety of off-road applications. Driven
in an unsafe manner, all vehicles can go out of control. Because of the higher center of
gravity, if this vehicle is out of control it may roll over while some other vehicles may not.Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or other unsafe driving actions that can
cause loss of vehicle control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in a collision,
rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal injury. Drive carefully.

Rollover Warning Label

Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major cause of severe or
fatal injury. In fact, the US government notes that the universal use of existing seat belts
could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year and could reduce disabling
injuries by two million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly
more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
These statements apply to operating procedures that
could result in a collision, bodily injury and/or death.
CAUTION! These statements apply to procedures that could result in
damage to your vehicle.
NOTE: A suggestion which will improve installation, operation,
and reliability. If not followed, may result in damage.
TIP: General ideas/solutions/suggestions on easier use of the
product or functionality.
PAGE REFERENCE ARROW
Follow this reference for additional information on a
particular feature.
FOOTNOTE Supplementary and relevant information pertaining to the
topic.
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness
and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS
KEY FOB
Your vehicle may be equipped with a standard ignition key
fob or a keyless ignition key fob.
The standard ignition key fob operates the ignition switch.
Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch
located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired
position. The key fob also contains an emergency key,
which is stored in the rear of the key fob.

Key Fob For Standard Ignition

Your vehicle may be equipped with a keyless ignition key
fob that supports Passive Entry, Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE), Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ (if equipped), Remote Start (if
equipped), and power liftgate operation. This type of key
fob operates a START/STOP ignition button system. This
feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with
the push of a button as long as the key fob is in the
passenger compartment.
NOTE:
The key fob’s wireless signal may be blocked if the key
fob is located next to a mobile phone, laptop, or other
electronic device. This may result in poor performance.
 The key fob allows you to lock or unlock the doors and
liftgate from distances up to approximately 66 ft
(20 m). The key fob does not need to be pointed at the
vehicle to activate the system.
1 — Panic Button
2 — Unlock Button
3 — Lock Button
4 — Remote Start Button
5 — Emergency Key Location
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Key Fob For Keyless Ignition

NOTE:
 In case the ignition switch does not change with the
push of a button, the key fob may have a low or fully
depleted battery. A low key fob battery can be verified
by referring to the instrument cluster, which will display
directions to follow. 
Improper disposal of key fob batteries may be harmful
to the environment. Please see an authorized dealer
for proper battery disposal
Úpage 262.
To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
Push the interior door unlock button on the door panel.
NOTE:If the vehicle is unlocked using the interior door panel, and
no door is opened within 60 seconds, the vehicle will
relock and if equipped, the security system will arm. You
can change the current setting within the Uconnect
system
Úpage 126.
Push and release the unlock button on the key fob once to
unlock the driver’s door, or twice within five seconds to
unlock all the doors and the liftgate. To lock all the doors
and the liftgate, push the lock button once.
When the doors unlock, the turn signals will flash and
Illuminated Approach will be activated. When the doors
lock, the turn signals will flash and the horn will chirp. This
setting can be adjusted in the Uconnect system
Úpage 126.
Key Left Vehicle Feature
If a valid key fob is no longer detected inside the vehicle
while the vehicle’s ignition system is in the ON/RUN or
START position, the message “Key Fob Has Left The
Vehicle” will be shown in the instrument cluster display
along with an interior chime. An exterior audible and visual
alert will also be activated to warn the driver. The vehicle’s horn will rapidly chirp three times along with
a single flash of the vehicle’s exterior lights.
NOTE:

The doors have to be open and then closed in order for
the vehicle to detect a key fob; the Key Left Vehicle
feature will not activate until all of the doors are closed.
 These alerts will not be activated in situations where
the vehicle’s engine is left running with the key fob
inside.
Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob
The replacement battery is one CR2032 battery.
NOTE:
Customers are recommended to use a battery
obtained from Mopar®. Aftermarket coin battery
dimensions may not meet the original OEM coin battery
dimensions.
 Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for
further information.
 Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back
housing or the printed circuit board.
1 — Unlock Button
2 — Liftgate Button (If Equipped)
3 — Lock Button
4 — Remote Start Button (If Equipped)
5 — Panic Button
6 — Emergency Key

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1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the
mechanical latch on the back of the key fob
sideways with your thumb and then pulling the key
out with your other hand.

Emergency Key Removal
Emergency Key Removal

2. Separating key fob halves requires screw removal (if equipped), and gently prying the two halves of the key
fob apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during
removal.
3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a
solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace
the battery. When replacing the battery, match the (+)
sign on the battery to the (+) sign on the inside of the
battery clip, located on the back cover. Avoid touching
the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause
battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it
with rubbing alcohol.
4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two halves together, reposition and secure the screw.Programming And Requesting Additional
Key Fobs
Programming the key fob may be performed by an
authorized dealer.
NOTE:
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
repurposed and reprogrammed to another vehicle.
 Only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle elec -
tronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an authorized
dealer. This procedure consists of programming a blank
key fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank key fob is one
that has never been programmed.
NOTE:
 When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer system
serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an autho -
rized dealer.
 Keys must be ordered to the correct key cut to match
the vehicle locks.
WARNING!
The integrated key fob contains a coin cell battery.
Do not ingest the battery; there is a chemical burn
hazard. If the coin cell battery is swallowed, it can
cause severe internal burns in just two hours and
can lead to death.
 If you think a battery may have been swallowed or
placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate
medical attention.
 Keep new and used batteries away from children. If
the battery compartment does not close securely,
stop using the product and keep it away from chil -
dren.
WARNING!
 Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and lock
all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
 For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Igni -
tion, always remember to place the ignition in the
OFF position when exiting the vehicle.
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SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthorized
vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system
does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is
automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or
unlocked.
The system uses a key fob, keyless push button ignition
and a Radio Frequency (RF) receiver to prevent
unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore, only key fobs
that are programmed to the vehicle can be used to start
and operate the vehicle. The system cannot reprogram a
key fob obtained from another vehicle.
After placing the ignition in the ON/RUN position, the
Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a
bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it
indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. In
addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check, it
indicates that someone attempted to start the engine with
an invalid key fob. In the event that a valid key fob is used
to start the engine but there is an issue with the vehicle
electronics, the engine will start and shut off after two
seconds.
If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle
operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 seconds), it
indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. Should
this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible
by an authorized dealer. All of the key fobs provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics
Úpage 262.
NOTE:A key fob that has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key.
IGNITION SWITCH
IGNITION NODE MODULE (IGNM) —
I
F EQUIPPED
The Ignition Node Module (IGNM) operates similar to an
ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with
detents and one that is spring-loaded. The detent
positions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The START position
is a spring-loaded momentary contact position. When
released from the START position, the switch
automatically returns to the ON/RUN position.

Ignition Switch

KEYLESS ENTER ‘N GO™ IGNITION
(I
F EQUIPPED)
This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch
with the push of a button as long as the key fob is in the
passenger compartment.
The START/STOP ignition button has several operating
modes that are labeled and will illuminate when in
position. These modes are OFF, ACC, ON/RUN, and START.
CAUTION!
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compatible
with some aftermarket Remote Start systems. Use of
these systems may result in vehicle starting problems
and loss of security protection.
1 — OFF
2 — ACC
3 — ON/RUN
4 — START

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