JEEP CHEROKEE 2015 KL / 5.G Owners Manual

4X4 MODELS
Towing Condition Wheels OFF
the Ground
FWD MOD-
ELS
1–SPEED
POWER TRANSFER
UNIT
2–SPEED
POWER TRANSFER
UNIT
Wheel Lift or Dolly
To w
RearNOT AL-
LOWED
NOT ALLOWEDNOT ALLOWED
FrontOKNOT ALLOWEDNOT ALLOWED
FlatbedALLBEST
METHOD
OKBEST METHOD
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for this purpose, following equip-
ment manufacturer ’s instructions. Use of safety chains is
mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to
main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers
or associated brackets. State and local laws regarding
vehicles under tow must be observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
position, not the ACC position.
If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer to “Shift Lever Override” in this section
for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK
so that the vehicle can be moved.
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CAUTION!
•Do not use sling type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
•When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck, do
not attach to front or rear suspension components.
Damage to your vehicle may result from improper
towing.
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).
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam-
age from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
4x4 Models With 1–Speed Power Transfer Unit —
With Key Fob
The manufacturer requires towing with all four wheels
OFFthe 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.
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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 re-
quirements can cause severe transmission and/or
power transfer unit damage. Damage from im-
proper towing is not covered under the New Ve-
hicle Limited Warranty.
4x4 Models With 2–Speed Power Transfer Unit —
With Key Fob
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
Transfer Unit is operable, vehicleswith a 2–speed Power
Transfer Unitmay be towed (in the forward direction,
withALLwheels on the ground), under the following
conditions:
•The Power Transfer Unit must be in NEUTRAL (N).
•If equipped with an Automatic transmission, it must
be inPARK.
•If equipped with a Manual transmission, it must be in
gear (Notin Neutral).
Refer to “Recreational Towing” in “Starting and Operat-
ing” for detailed instructions.
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CAUTION!
•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 re-
quirements can cause severe transmission and/or
power transfer unit damage. Damage from im-
proper towing is not covered under the New Ve-
hicle Limited Warranty.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
!ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L..........655
!ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.2L..........656
!ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . .657
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message............657
!EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS..........................658
!REPLACEMENT PARTS..................659
!DEALER SERVICE......................659
!MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES...........660
▫Engine Oil..........................661
▫Engine Oil Filter......................664
▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter................664
▫Accessory Drive Belt Inspection...........668
▫Maintenance-Free Battery...............669
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance.............670
▫Body Lubrication.....................675
▫Windshield Wiper Blades...............676
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................683
▫Exhaust System......................684
▫Cooling System......................686
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▫Brake System........................692
▫Automatic Transmission................694
▫Sky Slider™ Top Care..................696
▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................698
!FUSES..............................705
▫Power Distribution Center...............706
▫Interior Fuses........................719
!VEHICLE STORAGE....................720
!REPLACEMENT BULBS.................721
!BULB REPLACEMENT..................722
▫Low Beam And High Beam Headlamps.....722
▫Front Turn Signals And Front Side
Marker Lamps.......................724
▫Front Fog Lamp......................724
▫Front Fog Lamp (Trailhawk).............725
▫Bodyside Mounted Back-up Lamp.........725
▫Liftgate Mounted Back-up Lamp..........726
▫License Plate Lamp....................726
!FLUID CAPACITIES....................727
!FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS . .728
▫Engine.............................728
▫Chassis............................730
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L
1 — Air Cleaner Filter5 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)2 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap6 — Battery3 — Oil Fill Cap7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir8 — Engine Oil Dipstick
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.2L
1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir2 — Engine Oil Filter Access Cover6 — Engine Oil Dipstick3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir7 — Engine Oil Fill4 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)8 — Air Cleaner Filter
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).” It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
•If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
“CHECK GASCAP” message will be displayed in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) or Driver
Information Display (DID). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle
Information (EVIC) or#Driver Information Display
(DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
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further information. Tighten the fuel filler cap until a
“clicking” sound is heard. This is an indication that the
fuel filler cap is properly tightened. Refer to “Onboard
Diagnostic System” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for
further information.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which
you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if
your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must do the
following:
1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, but do
not crank or start the engine.
NOTE:If you crank or start the engine, you will have to
start this test over.
2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part
of a normal bulb check.
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