transfer unit JEEP CHEROKEE 2017 KL / 5.G Owner's Manual

Off-Road Driving Tips
Driving Through Water
Although your vehicle is capable of driving through water,
there are a number of precautions that must be considered
before entering the water:
NOTE:When driving through water, do not exceed 5 mph
(8 km/h). Always check water depth before entering as a
precaution, and check all fluids afterward. Driving through
water may cause damage that may not be covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Driving through water more than a few inches/centimeters
deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and pre-
vent damage to your vehicle. If you must drive through
water, try to determine the depth and the bottom condition
(and location of any obstacles) prior to entering. Proceed
with caution and maintain a steady controlled speed less
than 5 mph (8 km/h) in deep water to minimize wave
effects.
Flowing Water
If the water is swift flowing and rising (as in storm run-off)
avoid crossing until the water level recedes and/or the
flow rate is reduced. If you must cross flowing-water,
avoid depths in excess of 9 inches (22 cm). The flowing water can erode the streambed causing your vehicle to sink
into deeper water. Determine exit point(s) that are down-
stream of your entry point to allow for drifting.
Standing Water
Avoid driving in standing water deeper than 16 inches
(40.5 cm), and reduce speed appropriately to minimize
wave effects. Maximum speed in 16 inches (40.5 cm) of
water is less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
(Trailhawk only): Avoid driving in standing water deeper
than 19 inches (48 cm), and reduce speed appropriately to
minimize wave effects. Maximum speed in 19 inches (48
cm) of water is less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
Maintenance
After driving through deep water, inspect your vehicle
fluids and lubricants (engine, transmission, Power Transfer
Unit and Rear Drive Module) to assure they have not been
contaminated. Contaminated fluids and lubricants (milky,
foamy in appearance) should be flushed/changed as soon
as possible to prevent component damage.
386 STARTING AND OPERATING

JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES ............431
▫ Preparations For Jump-Start ...............432
▫ Jump Starting Procedure ..................433
 REFUELLING IN EMERGENCY .............435
▫ Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release ..........435
 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .............436
 GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE ..............437
 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ..............437
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ............439
▫ Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models ...........441
▫ 4x4 Models With 1–Speed Power Transfer Unit . .441
▫ 4x4 Models With 2–Speed Power Transfer Unit . .442
▫ Recovery Strap — If Equipped .............443
 ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .............................. .444
 EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ............444
390 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

CavityBlade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description
F06 ––Not Used
F07 15 Amp Blue –Powertrain Control Module
- PCM (Diesel Only)
F08 25 Amp Clear –Engine Control Module
(ECM)/Fuel Injection
F09 ––Not Used
F10 20 Amp Yellow –Power Transfer Unit (PTU)
— If Equipped
F11 ––Not Used
F12 20 Amp Yellow –Brake Vacuum Pump —
If Equipped
F13 10 Amp Red –Engine Control Module
(ECM)
F14 10 Amp Red –Drivetrain Control Module
(DTCM)/Power Take-Off
Unit (PTU)/Brake System Module (BSM) —
If Equipped/Brake Pedal Switch/Back Up Switch (Diesel Only)
F15 ––Not Used
7
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 403

CavityBlade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description
F67 10 Amp Red –In Vehicle Temperature
Sensor/Humidity Sensor/ Driver Assist System
Module (DASM)/Park
Assist (PAM) — If Not
Equipped With Stop/Start Option
F68 ––Not Used
F69 10 Amp Red –Power Transfer Unit Switch
(TSBM)/Active GrillShutter (AGS) — If
Equipped With Gas Engine
69A 10 Amp Red –Power Transfer Unit Switch
(TSBM) — If EquippedWith Diesel Engine
F70 5 Amp Tan –Intelligent Battery Sensor
— If Equipped With Stop/ Start Engine Option
F71 20 Amp Yellow –HID Headlamp Right —
If Equipped With Stop/ Start Engine Option
7
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 409

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial towing service. If the transmis-
sion and drivetrain are operable, disabled 4x4 vehicles may
also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing” in
the “Starting And Operating” section.
4X4 MODELS
Towing Condition Wheels OFF The GroundFWD
MODELS 1–SPEED
POWER TRANSFER UNIT 2–SPEED
POWER TRANSFER UNIT
Flat Tow NONENOT
ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED See instructions under
“Recreational Towing” in
“Starting And Operating”
• Transmission in PARK
• Power Transfer Unit
in NEUTRAL
• To w i n forward direction
Wheel Lift or Dolly
To w Rear
NOT
ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
Front OKNOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Flatbed ALLBEST
METHOD OK
BEST METHOD
7
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 439

Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheelsOFFthe ground using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, this vehicle must
towed with the front wheels OFF the ground (using a
towing dolly, or wheel lift equipment with the front wheels
raised).
Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is released, and remains
released, while being towed.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission damage. Damage
from improper towing is not covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
4x4 Models With 1–Speed Power Transfer Unit
The manufacturer requires towing with all four wheels
OFF the ground.
Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed, or
with one end of vehicle raised and the opposite end on a
towing dolly.
CAUTION!
• DO NOT tow this vehicle with ANY of its wheels on
the ground. Damage to the drivetrain will result.
•
Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal
damage to the transmission or power transfer unit will
occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when towing.
•Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission and/or power
transfer unit damage. Damage from improper towing is
not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
7
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 441

4x4 Models With 2–Speed Power Transfer Unit
The manufacturer recommends towing with all four
wheelsOFFthe ground.
Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or
with one end of the vehicle raised and the opposite end on
a towing dolly.
If flatbed equipment is not available and the Power Trans-
fer Unit is operable, vehicles with a 2–speed Power Trans-
fer Unit may be towed (in the forward direction, with ALL
wheels on the ground), under the following conditions:
• The Power Transfer Unit must be in NEUTRAL (N).
• The transmission must be in PARK.
• Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is released, and
remains released, while being towed.
Refer to “Recreational Towing” in “Starting And Operat-
ing” for detailed instructions.
CAUTION!
• Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal
damage to the transmission or transfer case will
occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when
towing.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission and/or transfer
case damage. Damage from improper towing is not
covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
442 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

The suggested Front Wheel Drive (FWD) rotation method
is the “forward cross” shown in the following diagram.
This rotation pattern does not apply to some directional
tires that must not be reversed.The suggested Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Tire rotation
method is the “rearward cross” shown in the following
diagram.
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.
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Tire Rotation
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Tire Rotation
502 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Rain Sensitive Wiper System...................72
Rear Camera ............................. .363
Rear Cross Path ........................... .189
Rear ParkSense System ...................314, 321
Rear Seat, Folding ...........................47
Rear Window Defroster .......................75
Rear Window Features ........................74
Rear Wiper/Washer ..........................74
Recreational Towing ........................ .378
Shifting Into Power Transfer Unit Neutral (N) . . . .382
Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral (N) .........382
Shifting Out Of Power Transfer Unit Neutral (N) . .384
Shifting Out Of Transfer Case Neutral (N) .......384
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .515
Refrigerant .............................. .463
Release, Hood ............................ .102
Reminder, Lights On .........................64
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................ .203
Remote Control Starting System ...........................29
Remote Keyless Entry Arm The Alarm ..........................34
Disarm The Alarm ........................35
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........25, 33
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ...........567Remote Starting
Exit Remote Start Mode .....................31
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features . . .31, 541
Uconnect Settings ..................... .31, 541
Remote Starting System .......................29
Replacement Keys ....................... .25, 33
Replacement Tires ......................... .494
Reporting Safety Defects .....................595
Restraint, Head .............................54
Restraints, Child .......................... .234
Roll Over Warning ...........................5
Roof Type Carrier ......................... .126
Rotation, Tires ............................ .501
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................253
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................255
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................595
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................ .252
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .481
Safety

Tips .............................. .252
Schedule, Maintenance ...................... .447
Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......208
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ........211,213
Energy Management Feature ................211
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INDEX 607

Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation................206
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................... .204
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............208
Pregnant Women ........................ .210
Seat Belt Extender ....................... .210
Seat Belt Pretensioner ......................211
Seat Belt Reminder ...................... .203
Seat Belt Maintenance ...................... .507
Seat Belt Reminder ........................ .203
Seat Belts ............................ .202, 253
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................208
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........208
Child Restraint ......................... .234
Extender .............................. .210
Front Seat ...................... .202, 204, 206
Inspection ............................. .253
Operating Instructions .....................206
Pregnant Women ........................ .210
Pretensioners ............................211
Rear Seat ............................. .204
Reminder ............................. .143
Untwisting Procedure .....................208
Seats ................................. .43, 53
Adjustment .............................43
Easy Entry ..............................52 Head Restraints
..........................54
Heated .................................53
Memory ................................50
Rear Folding .............................47
Seatback Release ...................... .45, 47
Tilting .................................45
Vented .................................53
Ventilated ...............................53
Security Alarm ......................... .34, 146
Arm The System ..........................34
Disarm The System ........................35
Selec-Terrain ............................. .284
SENTRY KEY Key Programming .........................33
Sentry Key Replacement ....................25,
33
Service Assistance ......................... .592
Service Contract .......................... .594
Service Manuals .......................... .596
Shifting Automatic Transmission ....................271
Power Transfer Unit, Shifting Into Power
Transfer Unit Neutral (N) ...............382, 384
Transfer Case, Shifting Into Transfer Case
Neutral (N) ............................ .382
608 INDEX