Jack JEEP CHEROKEE 2014 KL / 5.G User Guide

Rear Jacking LocationRear Jacking Engagement Point
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Front Jacking LocationFront Jacking Engagement Point6
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5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire.
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.
6. Remove the wheel bolts and tire.
7. Remove the alignment pin from the jack assembly and thread the pin into the wheel hub to assist in mounting
the spare tire.
8. Mount the spare tire.
CAUTION!
Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem
facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the
spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
Mounting Spare Tire
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NOTE:•For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a
center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare.
• Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” and to “Limited-Use
Spare” under “Tires—General Information” in
“Starting and Operating” for additional warnings,
cautions, and information about the spare tire, its
use, and operation.
9.
Install the wheel bolts with the threaded end of the
wheel bolt toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the wheel
bolts.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack,
do not fully tighten the wheel bolts until the vehicle
has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may
result in personal injury. 10. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack
handle counterclockwise.
11. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased
leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern
until each wheel bolt has been tightened twice. Refer
to “Torque Specifications” in this section for the
proper lug bolt torque. If in doubt about the correct
tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench
by your authorized dealer or at a service station.
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12. Securely stow the jack, tools, chocks and flat tire.WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve-
hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in
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Assembled JackStowed Tire, Jack And Chock
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WARNING!(Continued)
the places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire
repaired or replaced immediately.
Road Tire Installation
1. Mount the road tire on the axle.
2. Install the remaining wheel bolts with the threaded
end of the wheel bolt toward the wheel. Lightly
tighten the wheel bolts.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack,
do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has
been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may
result in personal injury. 3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack
handle counterclockwise.
4. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased
leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern until
each wheel bolt has been tightened twice. Refer to
“Torque Specifications” in this section for the proper
lug bolt torque. If in doubt about the correct tightness,
have them checked with a torque wrench by your
authorized dealer or service station.
5. Lower the jack until it is free. Remove the wheel chocks. Reassemble the lug wrench to the jack assem-
bly and stow it in the spare tire area. Secure the
assembly using the means provided. Release the park-
ing brake before driving the vehicle.
6. After 25 miles (40 km) check the wheel bolt torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all wheel bolts are
properly seated against the wheel.
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Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)........300
Electric Parking Brake ..................... .451
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................134
Electronic Brake Control System ...............459
Electronic Range Select (ERS) .................434
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ..............463
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........185
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............474
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......284
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . .335
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ..................553
Jacking .............................. .566
Jump Starting ......................... .578
Overheating .......................... .553
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........596
Engine ................................ .593
Air Cleaner .......................... .603
Block Heater ......................... .423Break-In Recommendations
................114
Checking Oil Level ..................... .600
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................649
Cooling ............................. .612
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................51
Fails to Start .......................... .421
Flooded, Starting ...................... .421
Fuel Requirements ..................... .519
Jump Starting ......................... .578
Oil................................. .600
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .593
Oil Filter ............................ .603
Oil Selection .......................... .601
Oil Synthetic ......................... .602
Overheating .......................... .553
Starting ............................. .420
Temperature Gauge ..................... .332
Engine

Oil Viscosity ...................... .601
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ...................601
672 INDEX

Jacking Instructions....................... .570
Jack Location ........................... .567
Jack Operation .......................... .566
Jump Starting ........................... .578
Key Fob Arm The Alarm .........................19
Panic Alarm ............................25
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........18
Programming Additional Transmitters .........18
Key-In Reminder ..........................15
Keyless Enter-N-Go ........................38
Keyless Entry System .......................22
Key, Replacement ..........................18
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................16
Lane Change and Turn Signals ................172
Lane Change Assist ....................... .172Lap/Shoulder Belts
.........................55
Latches ................................119
Hood ............................... .164
Latch Plate ...............................56
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .519
Leaks, Fluid .............................119
Life of Tires ............................ .501
Liftgate .................................47
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ...............317
Light Bulbs ..............................119
Lights .................................119
Airbag ................................74
Anti-Lock ............................ .328
Automatic Headlights ....................167
Back-Up ............................. .646
Battery Saver ......................... .176
Brake Assist Warning ....................478
Brake Warning ........................ .327
Bulb Replacement ...................... .642
676 INDEX

Mirrors............................. .134
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........300
Sunroof ............................. .295
Windows ..............................44
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................65
Preparation for Jacking .....................569
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..............................64
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry). . .22
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .495
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........616
Radio Operation ......................... .392
Radio Remote Controls .....................390
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .................181
Rear Camera ........................... .284
Rear Cross Path ......................... .144
Rear ParkSense System .....................232
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .157Rear Window Defroster
.....................318
Rear Window Features .....................317
Rear Wiper/Washer ....................... .317
Recorder, Event Data .......................89
Recreational Towing ...................... .543
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ........546
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) ......549
Reformulated Gasoline .....................521
Refrigerant ............................. .606
Release, Hood ........................... .164
Reminder, Lights On ...................... .170
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................64
Remote Control Starting System .........................30
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..................22
Arm The Alarm .........................19
FCC General Information ..................29
Panic Alarm ............................25
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........18
680 INDEX

Chains.............................. .504
Changing ............................ .566
Compact Spare ........................ .498
General Information .....................492
High Speed .......................... .495
Inflation Pressures ...................... .494
Jacking .............................. .566
Life of Tires .......................... .501
Load Capacity ........................ .488
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............508
Pressure Warning Light ...................330
Quality Grading ....................... .665
Radial .............................. .495
Replacement .......................... .502
Rotation ............................. .506
Safety .............................. .481
Sizes ............................... .482
Snow Tires ........................... .497
Spinning ............................ .500Trailer Towing
........................ .539
Tread Wear Indicators ....................501
Tire Safety Information .....................481
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................536
To Open Hood .......................... .164
Towing ............................... .530
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .585
Guide .............................. .535
Recreational .......................... .543
Weight .............................. .535
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........543
Traction Control ......................... .462
Trailer Towing .......................... .530
Cooling System Tips .....................542
Hitches ............................. .534
Minimum

Requirements ..................537
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................536
Wiring .............................. .540
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .535
684 INDEX