2023 JEEP CHEROKEE jacking

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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ..................................... 189
SOS AND ASSIST MIRROR ............................................. 189
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..................................... 191 Preparations For Jacking .......................................... 192
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage .......................... 192Jacking Instructions .................................................. 193
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ................................. 196 Tire Service Kit Storage ............................................ 196
Tire Service Kit Components And Operation ........... 196Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions ......................... 197Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit .......................... 198
JUMP STARTING ............................................................... 200 Preparations For Jump Start .................................... 200
Jump Starting Procedure .......................................... 201
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY – IF EQUIPPED ............... 202
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ....................................... 203
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE .......................................... 203
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ........................................... 204
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...................................... 205 Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models ............................. 206
4x4 Models With 1–Speed Power Transfer Unit..... 2064x4 Models With 2–Speed Power Transfer Unit..... 206Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped ..................... 206
Recovery Strap — If Equipped .................................. 207
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS) .. 207
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ..................................... 207
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................ 208 Maintenance Plan ..................................................... 209 ENGINE COMPARTMENT ................................................ 212
2.0L Engine .............................................................. 212
2.4L Engine .............................................................. 213
Checking Oil Level .................................................... 214
Adding Washer Fluid ................................................ 214
Maintenance-Free Battery ...................................... 214
Pressure Washing ..................................................... 215
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ................................................. 215 Engine Oil ................................................................. 215Engine Oil Filter ......................................................... 216Engine Air Cleaner Filter ........................................... 216Accessory Drive Belt Inspection............................... 217
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................................... 217Body Lubrication ....................................................... 219
Windshield Wiper Blades ........................................ 219
Exhaust System ....................................................... 222
Cooling System ......................................................... 222Brake System ........................................................... 225
Automatic Transmission........................................... 225Fuses ......................................................................... 226
Bulb Replacement ................................................... 233
TIRES ................................................................................ 235 Tire Safety Information ............................................. 235
Tires — General Information..................................... 241
Tire Types .................................................................. 244
Spare Tires — If Equipped ....................................... 244
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .................................... 245Snow Traction Devices ............................................ 246
Tire Rotation Recommendations ............................. 248
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES .................................................. 249 Treadwear ................................................................. 249Traction Grades ........................................................ 249Temperature Grades ................................................ 249 STORING THE VEHICLE ....................................................250
BODYWORK ......................................................................250
Protection From Atmospheric Agents ...................... 250
Body And Underbody Maintenance.......................... 250
Preserving The Bodywork ......................................... 250
INTERIORS ........................................................................ 251 Seats And Fabric Parts.............................................. 251Plastic And Coated Parts .......................................... 251
Leather Surfaces ....................................................... 252
Glass Surfaces .......................................................... 252
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ..................... 253
BRAKE SYSTEM ................................................................ 253
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS ...............253 Torque Specifications ............................................... 253
FUEL REQUIREMENTS......................................................254 2.0L Engine................................................................ 254
2.4L Engine................................................................ 254
Reformulated Gasoline ............................................. 254Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..................................... 254
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ............. 255
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications .................. 255Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
(MMT) In Gasoline ..................................................... 255Materials Added To Fuel ........................................... 255
Fuel System Cautions ............................................... 255
FLUID CAPACITIES............................................................256
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................................256
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ..............................257

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58GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
TO LOCK/CLOSE THE LIFTGATE
There are several different ways to close the liftgate:
Manually by grabbing the liftgate closing handle and
pulling in a downward motion to close the liftgate.
Release the handle when the liftgate takes over the
closing effort.
 Key fob liftgate button (if equipped)
 Hands-Free (if equipped)
 Liftgate instrument panel button (if equipped)
 Power Liftgate button on the pillar in the cargo area (if
equipped)
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the liftgate, pushing the Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry
lock/push button located to the left of the Back Up
Camera will lock the vehicle only.
The power liftgate may be closed by pushing the rear
power liftgate button, located in the upper left trim in the
liftgate opening. Pushing the button will only close the
liftgate. This button cannot be used to open the liftgate.

Rear Power Liftgate Button

HANDS-FREE LIFTGATE — IF EQUIPPED

Hands-Free Liftgate Activation Zone

To open or close the liftgate using hands-free activation,
use a straight in and out kicking motion under the vehicle
activation zone in the general location below the rear
license plate. Do not move your foot sideways or in a
sweeping motion or the sensors may not detect the
motion.
NOTE:The activation zone is the same for vehicles equipped with
or without a trailer tow package.
When a valid kicking motion is completed, the liftgate will
chime, the hazard lights will flash and the liftgate will open
after approximately one second, or close after
approximately three seconds. These settings can be
enabled or disabled through the Uconnect Settings
Úpage 126.
NOTE:
 Opening or closing the Hands-Free Liftgate requires a
valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the
door handle. If a valid Passive Entry key fob is not
within 5 ft (1.5 m), the liftgate will not respond to any
kicks.
 The Hands-Free Liftgate feature may be turned on or
off through the Uconnect system
Úpage 126.
 The Hands-Free Liftgate feature should be turned off
during jacking, tire changing, manual car wash, and
vehicle service.
 The Hands-Free Liftgate feature can be activated by
any metallic object making a similar in-and-out motion
under the rear fascia/bumper, such as cleaning using
a metal broom.
 The Hands-Free Liftgate will only operate when the
transmission is in PARK.
 If anything obstructs the Hands-Free Liftgate while it is
opening or closing, the liftgate will automatically
reverse to the closed/open position, provided it meets
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The Device Screen will display the following message
“Vehicle device requires service. Please contact an
authorized dealer.”
 An In-Vehicle Audio message will state “Vehicle device
requires service. Please contact an authorized dealer.”
Even if the SOS Call system is fully functional, factors
beyond FCA US LLC’s control may prevent or stop the SOS
Call system operation. These include, but are not limited
to, the following factors:
 The ignition is in the OFF position
 The vehicle’s electrical systems are not intact
 The SOS Call system software and/or hardware are
damaged during a crash
 The vehicle battery loses power or becomes discon -
nected during a vehicle crash
 LTE (voice/data) 4G (data) network and/or Global Posi -
tioning Satellite signals are unavailable or obstructed 
Equipment malfunction at the SOS operator facility
 Operator error by the SOS operator
 LTE (voice/data) 4G (data) network congestion
 Weather
 Buildings, structures, geographic terrain, or tunnels
NOTE:Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
Automatic SOS — If Equipped
Automatic SOS is a hands-free safety service that can
immediately connect you with help in the event that your
vehicle’s airbags deploy. Please refer to your provided
radio supplement for complete information.
ASSIST Call
The ASSIST Button is used to automatically connect you to
any one of the following support centers:
Roadside Assistance – If you get a flat tire, or need a
tow, just push the ASSIST button and you’ll be
connected to someone who can help. Roadside Assis -
tance will know what vehicle you’re driving and its loca -
tion. Additional fees may apply for roadside assistance. 
SiriusXM Guardian™ Customer Care – In-vehicle
support for SiriusXM Guardian™.
 Vehicle Customer Care – Total support for all other
vehicle issues.
 Uconnect Customer Care - Total support for Radio,
Phone and NAV issues.JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
WARNING!
Ignoring the Rearview Mirror light could mean you
will not have SOS Call services. If the Rearview Mirror
light is illuminated, have an authorized dealer
service the SOS Call system immediately.
 The Occupant Restraint Control module turns on the
air bag Warning Light on the instrument panel if a
malfunction in any part of the system is detected. If
the Air Bag Warning Light is illuminated, have an
authorized dealer service the Occupant Restraint
Control system immediately.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never
spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.
Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the
mirror clean.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic. 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 dangerous. 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 slip -
pery areas.
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192IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
PREPARATIONS FOR JACKING

1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface as far from
the edge of the roadway as possible. Avoid icy or
slippery areas.

2. Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.
3. Apply the parking brake.
4. Place the gear selector into PARK (P) (automatic transmission) or REVERSE (manual transmission).
5. Turn the ignition OFF.
6. Block both front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position. For example, if
changing the driver’s front tire, chock the
passenger’s rear wheel.

Wheel Blocked Example

NOTE:
Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the
vehicle is being lifted or raised.
JACK LOCATION/SPARE TIRE STOWAGE
The jack, tools, wheel chocks and spare tire are stowed
under the load floor behind the rear seat Úpage 244.

1. Open the liftgate.

2. Lift the load floor handle, then lift access cover to locate jack and tools.

Load Floor Handle

3. Remove the hook from the stowed position 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.

Removing Jack And Spare Tire Fastener

WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the
road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or
changing the wheel.

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5. Remove the chocks.
6. Remove the scissor jack and wheel bolt wrench from
the spare wheel as an assembly. Turn the jack screw
to the left to loosen the wheel bolt wrench, and
remove the wrench from the jack assembly.

Jack And Tool 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.
JACKING INSTRUCTIONS

Jack Warning Label

1. Remove the spare tire, jack, wheel chocks, and wheel bolt wrench.

2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the wheel bolts, use the wheel bolt wrench
to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the
vehicle.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard
stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the
places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or
replaced immediately.
WARNING!
Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help
prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle:
Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the
edge of the roadway as possible before raising the
vehicle.
 Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.
 Apply the parking brake firmly and set an automatic
transmission in PARK.
 Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be
raised.
 Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a
jack.
 Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a
jack.
 Do not get under the vehicle when it 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.
Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for
lifting this vehicle during a tire change.
 If working on or near a roadway, be extremely careful
of motor traffic.
 To ensure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are
securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the
valve stem facing the ground.
WARNING!
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194IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
3. Before raising the vehicle, use the wheel bolt wrench
to loosen, but not remove, the wheel bolts on the
wheel with the flat tire. Turn the wheel bolts counter -
clockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the
ground.
NOTE:Placement for the front and rear jacking locations are
critical. See the following images for proper jacking loca -
tions.

Jacking Locations

4. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly
engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill
flange, centering the jack saddle inside the cutout in
the sill cladding.

Front Lifting Point

NOTE:
The jack must be placed straight on with handle facing
outwards. Keep the jack and tools aligned while raising
the vehicle.

Front Jacking Location Rear Lifting Point
Rear Jacking Location

5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire.
CAUTION!
Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on
locations other than those indicated in the Jacking
Instructions for this vehicle.
WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the
vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt
someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to
remove the tire.

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Care And Maintenance ................................................ 250
Cargo Area Cover ............................................................59
Cargo Compartment ....................................................... 59
Cargo Load Floor ............................................................. 59
Cargo Tie-Downs ............................................................. 59
Cellular Phone .............................................................. 140
Center Seat Storage Compartment ...............................50
Certification Label ........................................................ 113
Changing A Flat Tire ..................................................... 191
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................................................... 236
Chassis Fluids And Lubricants .................................... 257
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) .........75
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............................... 186
Checks, Safety.............................................................. 186
Child Restraint.............................................................. 176
Child Restraints
Booster Seats.......................................................... 178
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt................. 183
Infant And Child Restraints .................................... 177Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .............. 179Older Children And Child Restraints ...................... 177
Seating Positions .................................................... 178
Clean Air Gasoline........................................................ 254
Cleaning Wheels ..................................................................... 245
Climate Control ............................................................... 45
Cold Weather Operation .................................................77
Compact Spare Tire ..................................................... 245
Console Storage ....................................................................... 50
Contract, Service .......................................................... 260
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ......................... 224
Cooling System............................................................. 222 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ................................... 223Coolant Level .......................................................... 224 Cooling Capacity ...................................................... 256
Disposal Of Used Coolant ....................................... 224
Drain, Flush, And Refill............................................223
Inspection ...................................................... 223
, 224
Points To Remember............................................... 224
Pressure Cap ...........................................................224
Radiator Cap ............................................................224 Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...........................223
Corrosion Protection ..................................................... 250
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ...................................... 90 Cruise Light .............................................................. 74
, 75
Customer Assistance ....................................................258
Cybersecurity ................................................................ 126
DDaytime Running Lights ................................................. 40
Defroster, Windshield ...................................................187
De-Icer, Remote Start ..................................................... 19 Diagnostic System, Onboard.......................................... 75
Dipsticks Oil (Engine)............................................................... 214
Disable Vehicle Towing................................................. 205
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ....................................224
Door Ajar.......................................................................... 69 Door Ajar Light ................................................................ 69
Door Locks Automatic ............................................................ 23
, 24
Doors ............................................................................... 20
Driver Memory Settings .................................................. 26
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt .................................................... 28 Driving ...........................................................................123
EEasy Entry Seats ............................................................. 31
Electric Brake Control System ..................................... 143 Anti-Lock Brake System .......................................... 143Electronic Roll Mitigation ...............................144
, 150
Electric Parking Brake.................................................... 78
Electrical Power Outlets ................................................. 51 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ................................ 145
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ..................... 69
Emergency SOS Emergency Call................................................ 189
Emergency Gas Can Refueling .................................... 202
Emergency, In Case Of Gear Selector Override ........................................... 203
Hazard Warning Flasher ......................................... 189Jacking ..................................................................... 191Jump Starting .......................................................... 200
Tow Hooks ............................................................... 206
Emission Control System Maintenance ........................ 75
Engine ..................................................................212
, 213
Air Cleaner ............................................................... 216 Break-In Recommendations..................................... 78
Checking Oil Level ................................................... 214
Cooling ..................................................................... 222 Exhaust Gas Caution............................................... 188
Fails To Start ............................................................. 78
Flooded, Starting....................................................... 78
Fuel Requirements.................................................. 254
Jump Starting .......................................................... 200
Oil ............................................................................. 215 Oil Filler Cap ...................................................212
, 213
Oil Filter.................................................................... 216
Oil Reset .................................................................... 64

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Engine Oil Reset.........................................................64
Menu Items .........................................................64, 67
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................................. 251
Interior Appearance Care ............................................ 251
Interior Lights ..................................................................42
Inverter Power ..........................................................................52
JJack Location................................................................ 191
Jack Operation ............................................................. 191
Jacking And Tire Changing .......................................... 191
Jump Starting ............................................................... 200
KKey FobArm The System .........................................................20
Disarm The System....................................................20
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .........14
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ............ 15
Keyless Enter 'n Go™ ...................................................... 22 Passive Entry .............................................................. 22
Keys .................................................................................13 Replacement .............................................................. 15
LLane Change Assist ........................................................42
LaneSense.................................................................... 109
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................................................... 160
Latches ......................................................................... 188 Hood ...........................................................................56
Leaks, Fluid .................................................................. 188
Life Of Tires .................................................................. 243 Liftgate ............................................................................ 57
Closing........................................................................ 58
Hands-Free ................................................................ 58
Opening ...................................................................... 57
Light Bulbs ....................................................................188
Lights .............................................................................188 Air Bag ..................................................... 68
, 166, 187
Automatic Headlights ................................................ 40
Automatic High Beam ............................................... 40
Brake Assist Warning .............................................. 146 Brake Warning ........................................................... 68
Bulb Replacement...................................................233
Cruise .................................................................. 74
, 75
Daytime Running ....................................................... 40
Engine Temperature Warning................................... 69
Exterior ..............................................................39
, 188
Fog....................................................................... 41, 74
High Beam ................................................... 39, 40, 75
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................................. 40
Hill Descent Control Indicator................................. 146
Illuminated Entry ....................................................... 43
Intensity Control ........................................................ 42
Interior........................................................................ 42
LaneSense .......................................................... 71
, 74
Lights On Reminder................................................... 41
Low Fuel ..................................................................... 71
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)...................... 71
Park ............................................................................ 74
Passing....................................................................... 40
Seat Belt Reminder ................................................... 68
Security Alarm............................................................ 70
Service .....................................................................233
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS).....................72
, 155
Traction Control ....................................................... 146 Turn Signals............................................... 42
, 74, 188
Vanity Mirror .............................................................. 34
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode..................................... 67
Load Shed Battery Saver On ......................................... 67 Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction ........................... 67Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor ........................... 67Loading Vehicle ............................................................ 113 Tires ......................................................................... 238
Locks Automatic Door .................................................. 23
, 24
Child Protection ......................................................... 24
Power Door ................................................................ 21
Low Tire Pressure System............................................ 155
Lubrication, Body.......................................................... 219
Lug Nuts/Bolts ............................................................. 253
Luggage Carrier .............................................................. 60
MMaintenance................................................................... 56
Maintenance Free Battery ........................................... 214
Maintenance Schedule ................................................ 208
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......... 71
, 75
Manual Service ..................................................................... 261
Media Hub ...................................................................... 50 Memory Feature (Memory Seats).................................. 26Methanol ....................................................................... 254
Mirrors ............................................................................. 34 Heated ....................................................................... 35
Outside....................................................................... 34
Power ......................................................................... 35
Rearview ........................................................... 34
, 189
Vanity ......................................................................... 34

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