hood open JEEP CHEROKEE 2014 KL / 5.G Owners Manual

▫Front Heated Seats — If Equipped .........152
▫ Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped .......154
▫ Head Restraints ..................... .154
▫ 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat With Fold-Flat
Feature ........................... .157
 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED . . . .159
▫ Programming The Memory Feature .........160
▫ Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless
Entry Transmitter To Memory .............162
▫ Memory Position Recall .................162
▫ Easy Entry/Exit Seat ...................163
 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD .........164
 LIGHTS ............................ .166
▫ Headlight Switch .....................166 ▫
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .......167
▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only) .............167
▫ Headlight Time Delay ..................167
▫ Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control —
If Equipped ........................ .168
▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL) ...........170
▫ Lights-On Reminder ...................170
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ...............170
▫ Multifunction Lever ...................171
▫ Turn Signals ........................ .172
▫ Lane Change Assist ...................172
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ................172
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... .173
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

•The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when
the driver seat position is less than 0.9 in (22.7 mm)
forward of the rear stop. At this position, there is no
benefit to the driver by moving the seat for Easy Exit
or Easy Entry.
Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy
Entry and Easy Exit position.
NOTE: The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled when
the vehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy
Entry/Exit feature is enabled (or later disabled) through
the Uconnect® system screen. Refer to “Customer-
Programmable Features — Uconnect® Access 8.4A/
8.4AN Settings ” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
Two latches must be released to open the hood.
1. Pull the hood release lever located under the drivers side of the instrument panel.
Hood Release
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and pull the safetylatch release lever forward (toward you). The safety
latch release lever is located behind the center front
edge of the hood.CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi-
mately 6 in (15 cm), and then drop it. This should
secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless
the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
Hood Safety Latch Release Lever Location
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165

•Remote Start Aborted Hood Open
• Remote Start Aborted Tailgate Open
• Remote Start Aborted Time Expired
• Remote Start Disabled Start to Reset
• Service Airbag System
• Service Airbag Warning Light
• Door Open
• Doors Open
• Tailgate Open
• Gear Not Available
• Shift Not Allowed
• Shift to Neutral then Drive or Reverse
• Autostick Unavailable Service Required •
Automatic Unavailable Use Autostick Service Req.
• Transmission Getting Hot Press Brake
• Trans. Hot Stop Safely Shift to Park Wait to Cool
• Transmission Cool Ready to Drive
• Service Transmission
• Service Shifter
• Engage Park Brake to Prevent Rolling
• Transmission Too cold Idle with Engine On
• Washer Fluid Low
The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the
white telltales area on the right, amber telltales in the
middle, and red telltales on the left.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363

NOTE:There are steps that you can take to slow down
an impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C
system adds heat to the engine cooling system and
turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum
heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control
to high. This allows the heater core to act as a
supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
from the engine cooling system.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure
that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any
time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the
vehicle the lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a
properly calibrated torque wrench.
Torque Specifications
Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/
Bolt Size Lug Nut/Bolt
Socket Size
100 Ft-Lbs (135 N·m) M12 x 1.25 19 mm
**Use only Chrysler recommended lug nuts/bolts and
clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening.
554 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

WARNING!
•Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when-
ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the
ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by
moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch
bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent
electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK (manual transmission in NEUTRAL) and
turn the ignition to LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- cal accessories.
Positive Battery Post6
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 579

NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage:
• Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle. •
Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Cooling System
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
612 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

7. Install the bulb cap in the headlamp housing androtate clockwise to lock it in place.
8. Lock upper door in wheel liner.
Front Turn Signals
1. Open the hood.
NOTE: Removal of the air cleaner filter housing may be
necessary prior to replacing bulbs in the upper lamp
assembly on the passenger side of the vehicle.
2. Twist the bulb and socket assembly counterclockwise, and then remove the bulb and socket assembly from
the lamp housing.
3. Pull the bulb out of the socket and insert the replace- ment bulb.
4. Install the bulb and socket assembly into the housing, and rotate the socket clockwise to lock it in place.
5. Re-install air cleaner filter housing, if removed.
Front Fog Lamp
1. Unlock lower access door in wheel liner.
2. Reach behind the fog lamp housing to access the bulb.
3. Rotate the bulb’s socket counterclockwise, and remove the bulb and socket assembly from the fog lamp
housing.
4. Pull the bulb out of the socket and insert the replace- ment bulb.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 645

Passing............................. .173
Replacing ............................ .643
Switch .............................. .166
Time Delay ........................... .167
Head Restraints ......................... .154
Head Rests ............................. .154
Heated Mirrors .......................... .136
Heater ................................ .393
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .423
High Beam Indicator ...................... .326
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .172
Hill Descent Control ...................... .343
Hill Descent Control Indicator ................466
Hill Start Assist .......................... .464
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .534
Holder, Coin ............................ .310
Holder, Cup ............................ .309HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener)
............286
Hood Release ........................... .164
Ignition Key..................................12
Illuminated Entry ..........................22
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................16
Infant Restraint ...........................90
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................128
Instrument Cluster ....................... .324
Instrument Panel and Controls ................323
Instrument Panel Cover .....................626
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............628
Interior Appearance Care ....................626
Interior Fuses ........................... .640
Interior Lights .......................... .174
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............178
Introduction ..............................4
Inverter, Power .......................... .304
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INDEX 675

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