maintenance JEEP CHEROKEE 2015 KL / 5.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTIONPAGE
1INTRODUCTION.............................................................3
2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE.............................9
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
5STARTING AND OPERATING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 467
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 613
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 653
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 731
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 737
10INDEX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 747
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group
LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision
workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all
essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint
you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various
customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it
should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc-
ing and remain with the vehicle when sold.
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech-
nicians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfac-
tion.
ROLLOVER WARNING
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate
than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher
ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than
many passenger cars. It is capable of performing better in
a wide variety of off-road applications. Driven in an
unsafe manner, all vehicles can go out of control. Because
of the higher center of gravity, if this vehicle is out of
control it may roll over when some other vehicles may
not.
Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or other
unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle
4INTRODUCTION

The ORC contains a backup power supply system that
may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or
it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the
instrument panel for approximately four to eight seconds
for a self-check when the ignition switch is first turned to
the ON/RUN position. After the self-check, the Air Bag
Warning Light will turn off. If the ORC detects a mal-
function in any part of the system, it turns on the Air Bag
Warning Light, either momentarily or continuously. A
single chime will sound to alert you if the light comes on
again after initial startup.
The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illuminate
the instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunc-
tion is detected that could affect the air bag system. The
diagnostics also record the nature of the malfunction.
While the air bag system is designed to be maintenance
free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized
dealer service the air bag system immediately.
•The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during
the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is
first turned to the ON/RUN position.
•The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to
eight-second interval.
•The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or
remains on while driving.
NOTE:If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine
related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. In this condition
the air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protec-
tion. Have an authorized dealer service the air bag
system immediately.
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▫To Cancel...........................197
▫To Tu r n O f f . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..198
▫To Resume..........................198
▫To Vary The Speed Setting...............199
▫Setting The Following Distance In ACC......201
▫Overtake Aid........................205
▫ACC Operation At Stop.................205
▫Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu.......206
▫Display Warnings And Maintenance........207
▫Precautions While Driving With ACC.......210
▫General Information....................214
▫Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control
Mode..............................215
!FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) WITH
MITIGATION — IF EQUIPPED............218
▫Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With
Mitigation Operation...................218
▫Turning FCW ON Or OFF...............220
▫Changing FCW And Active Braking Status. . . .222
▫FCW Limited Warning..................222
▫Service FCW Warning..................223
!LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED.............223
▫LaneSense Operation...................223
▫Turning LaneSense ON Or OFF............224
▫LaneSense Warning Message..............225
▫Changing LaneSense Status..............234
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!GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . .288
▫Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® . .289
▫Programming A Rolling Code.............290
▫Programming A Non-Rolling Code.........292
▫Canadian/Gate Operator Programming......293
▫Using HomeLink®....................295
▫Security............................295
▫Troubleshooting Tips...................295
▫General Information....................296
!POWER SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE — IF
EQUIPPED...........................297
▫Opening Sunroof — Express..............299
▫Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode.........299
▫Closing Sunroof — Express...............300
▫Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode..........300
▫Venting Sunroof — Express..............300
▫Opening Power Shade — Express..........300
▫Opening Power Shade — Manual Mode.....301
▫Closing Power Shade — Express...........301
▫Closing Power Shade — Manual Mode......301
▫Pinch Protect Feature...................301
▫Wind Buffeting.......................302
▫Sunroof Maintenance...................302
▫Ignition OFF Operation.................302
!ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS...........302
!POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED........306
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•Distance Setting Change
•System Cancel
•Driver Override
•System Off
•ACC Proximity Warning
•ACC Unavailable Warning
•The EVIC/DID will return to the last display selected
after five seconds of no ACC display activity
Display Warnings And Maintenance
“Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”
Warning
The “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
warning will display and also a chime will indicate when
conditions temporarily limit system performance.
This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, such as
in snow or heavy rain. The ACC system may also become
temporarily blinded due to obstructions, such as mud,
dirt or ice. In these cases, the EVIC/DID will display
“ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor” and
the system will deactivate.
The “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
message can sometimes be displayed while driving in
highly reflective areas (i.e. tunnels with reflective tiles, or
ice and snow). The ACC system will recover after the
vehicle has left these areas. Under rare conditions, when
the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path
this warning may temporarily occur.
NOTE:If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar
Sensor” warning is active Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise
Control is still available. For additional information refer
to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode” in this
section.
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If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should
examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of
an obstruction. The sensor is located in the center of the
vehicle behind the lower grille.
To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor-
tant to note the following maintenance items:
•Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the
sensor lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to damage
the sensor lens.
•Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so
could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and
require a sensor realignment.
•If the sensor or front end of the vehicle is damaged due
to a collision, see your authorized dealer for service.
•Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor,
including transparent material or aftermarket grilles.
Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or
malfunction.
When the condition that deactivated the system is no
longer present, the system will return to the “Adaptive
Cruise Control Off” state and will resume function by
simply reactivating it.
NOTE:
•If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar
Sensor” message occurs frequently (e.g. more than
once on every trip) without any snow, rain, mud, or
other obstruction, have the radar sensor realigned at
your authorized dealer.
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NOTE:If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result
in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt will be
a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect disabled.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, then open the front and rear
windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the
buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sun-
roof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any
window.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
Ignition OFF Operation
The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to
approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch is
turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door
will cancel this feature.
NOTE:Ignition Off time is programmable through the
Uconnect® System. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings/
Customer Programmable Features” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
Your vehicle is equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp) power
outlets that can be used to power cellular phones, small
electronics and other low powered electrical accessories.
The power outlets are labeled with either a “key” or a
“battery” symbol to indicate how the outlet is powered.
Power outlets labeled with a “key” are powered when
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▫Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect®
8.4 Personal Settings...................401
!Uconnect® RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED........421
!iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . .422
!STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED...........................422
▫Radio Operation......................423
▫CD Player...........................424
!CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE...........424
!RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES . .425
▫General Information...................425
!CLIMATE CONTROLS...................426
▫Manual Climate Controls Without Touchscreen —
If Equipped.........................426
▫Manual Climate Controls With Touchscreen — If
Equipped...........................431
▫Dual Zone Automatic Climate Controls With
Touchscreen — If Equipped..............436
▫Climate Control Functions...............443
▫Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......445
▫Operating Tips.......................447
!Uconnect® VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK
TIPS................................450
▫Introducing Uconnect®.................450
▫Get Started..........................451
▫Basic Voice Commands..................452
▫Radio..............................454
▫Media..............................455
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or front passenger seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat
Belt Indicator Light will flash or remain on continuously.
Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know
Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information.
14. Turn Signal Indicator
The arrows will flash with the exterior turn
signals when the turn signal lever is operated.
A tone will chime, and an EVIC/DID message
will appear if either turn signal is left on for
more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
NOTE:If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check
for a defective outside light bulb.
15. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light
Each tire, including the spare (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle
has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should
determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those
tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been
equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when
one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi-
nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving
on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to
overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also
reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect
the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper
tire maintenance, and it is the driver ’s responsibility to
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