battery JEEP CHEROKEE 2015 KL / 5.G Owner's Manual

JUMP-STARTING
• If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set of
jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery
booster pack.
• Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the proce-
dures in this section carefully.
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer’s operating
instructions and precautions.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a
system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,
alternator or electrical system may occur.
WARNING!
Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode
and cause personal injury.
Preparations For Jump-Start
• The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment,
behind the left headlight assembly.
NOTE:
The positive battery post is covered with a protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain
access to the positive battery post.
• Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the
ignition to OFF.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
• If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the
jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
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Jump-Starting Procedure
1. Connect the positive(+)end of the jumper cable to the positive(+)post of the
vehicle with the discharged battery.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive(+)jumper cable to the positive(+)post
of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative(-)end of the jumper cable to the negative(-)post of the
booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative(-)jumper cable to a good engine ground
(exposed metal part of the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and
the fuel injection system.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a
few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence:
1. Disconnect the negative(-)end of the jumper cable from the engine ground of the
vehicle with the discharged battery.
2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative(-)jumper cable from the negative(-)
post of the booster battery.
3. Disconnect the positive(+)end of the jumper cable from the positive(+)post of
the booster battery.
4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive(+)jumper cable from the positive(+)
post of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
NOTE:
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle you should have the battery
and charging system inspected at your authorized dealer.
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CAUTION!
• Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a
system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,
alternator or electrical system may occur.
• Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging
system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle.
• Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from
the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (e.g., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery discharges suffi-
ciently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
WARNING!
• When temperatures are below the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged
battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery could
rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Battery temperature must be
brought above the freezing point before attempting a jump-start.
•Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever 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 watch bands or bracelets, that might make
an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be severely 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.
• Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground
connection and personal injury could result.
• Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property
damage due to battery explosion.
• Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the discharged battery. The
resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
2.4L Engine
1. Engine Coolant Reservoir
2. Engine Oil Fill
3. Brake Fluid Reservoir
4. Battery Terminals (Jump Starting)
5. Battery
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3.2L Engine
1. Engine Coolant Reservoir
2. Engine Oil Fill
3. Brake Fluid Reservoir
4. Battery Terminals (Jump Starting)
5. Battery
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Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and
off road environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first
sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and brake master cylinder, fill as
needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required mainte-
nance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter
• Rotate the tires.Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
•Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
•Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
•Inspect exhaust system
•Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
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FUSES
Power Distribution Center
The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment near the battery.
This center contains cartridge fuses, mini-fuses and relays. A label that identifies
each component is printed on the inside of the cover.
CavityBlade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description
F06––NotUsed
F0715 Amp Blue–PowertrainControlModule - PCM
F0825 Amp Clear–EngineControlModule (ECM)
F09––NotUsed
F1020 Amp Yellow– Power TransferUnit (PTU) –If Equipped
F11––NotUsed
F1220 Amp Yellow– Brake VacuumPump - If Equipped
F1310 Amp Red–EngineControlModule (ECM)
F1410 Amp Red–Drivetrain ControlModule (DTCM) /Power Take-Off Unit(PTU) / BrakeSystem Module(BSM) – If Equipped
F15––NotUsed
F1620 Amp Yellow– Powertrain
F17––NotUsed
F18––NotUsed
F19–40 Amp Green Starter Solenoid
F2010 Amp Red–A/CCompressorClutch
F21––NotUsed
F225AmpTan–RadiatorFan
F2370 Amp Tan–BodyControllerModule (BCM) -Feed 2
F2350 Amp Red–Voltage StabilityModule (VSM)Feed #2 - IfEquipped with Stop/Start Engine Option
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CavityBlade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description
F6120 Amp Yellow– Trailer Tow LightsRight– If Equipped
F6220 Amp Yellow– Windshield de-icer -If Equipped
F6320 Amp Yellow–Front Heated Seats -If Equipped
F6420 Amp Yellow–Heated SteeringWheel – If Equipped
F6510 Amp Red–InCarTemperatureSensor / HumiditySensor / DriverAssist SystemModule (DASM) /Park Assist (PAM) -If Equipped WithStop/Start option
F6615 Amp Blue–HVAC(ECC)/Instrument PanelCluster (IPC)
F6710 Amp Red–In Car TemperatureSensor / HumiditySensor / DriverAssist SystemModule (DASM) /Park Assist (PAM) -If Not Equipped WithStop/Start Option
F68––NotUsed
F6910 Amp Red–PowerTransferUnitSwitch (TSBM) /Active Grill Shutter(AGS) - If Equipped
F705 Amp Tan– Intelligent BatterySensor If Equippedwith Stop/StartEngine Option
F7120 Amp Yellow–HIDHeadlampRight if Equippedwith Stop/StartEngine Option
F7210 Amp Red– Heated Mirrors -If Equipped
F73–20 Amp Blue Trailer Tow Back Up-IfEquipped
F74–30 Amp Pink Rear Defroster
F7520 Amp Yellow– Cigar Lighter
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Access, Uconnect®...........71
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
(Cruise Control)...........44
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)..208
Adding Washer Fluid.........208
Air Bag
Advanced Front Air Bag . . . . . .18
Advance Front Air Bag . . . . . .18
Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Air Bag Warning Light . . . .18, 174Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . .18Rollover...............18Side Impacts . . . . . . . . . . . .18Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine AirCleaner Filter)...........208Air Conditioner Maintenance....208Air Conditioning.....49,50,53,55Air Conditioning Refrigerant.....208Air Conditioning System.......208AlarmArm The System..........13Disarm The System........13Vehicle Security Alarm......13Alarm, Panic . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Alarm (Security Alarm).....13,180Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . .206, 208Disposal..............208Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . .173APPUconnect®Access.........73Appearance Care...........208Assistance Towing..........173Automatic Headlights......39,180Automatic High Beams........39Automatic TemperatureControl (ATC)............53Automatic TransmissionAdding Fluid...........207Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . . . .207Axle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207Axle Lubrication............207
Back-Up Camera............63Battery.................208Charging System Light.....173Body Mechanism Lubrication....208Brake Fluid..............207Brakes.................208
Brake System.............208
Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . .207
Master Cylinder.........208
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . .176
Break-In Recommendations,
New Vehicle.............38
Bulb Replacement..........222
Bulbs, Light..............222
Calibration, Compass.........152Capacities, Fluid...........206Caps, FillerOil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . .208Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208Change Oil Indicator.........178Changing A Flat Tire . . . . . . . . .189Charging Pad, Wireless........159Charging System Light........173Check Engine Light (MalfunctionIndicator Light)..........177Child Restraint...........24,25Child RestraintsLower Anchors And TethersFor Children............25CleaningWheels..............208Windshield Wiper Blades....208Climate Control........49,50,53Clock...................89Clock Setting..............89Cluster Warning/Indicator LightsAir Bag Warning Light . . . . . .174Brake Warning Light.......176Electronic Speed Control ONIndicator..............180Electronic Speed Control SETIndicator.............180Front Fog Light Indicator....179High Beam Indicator......179Park/Headlight ON Indicator . .181Seat Belt Reminder Light....176Turn Signal Indicator......179Vehicle Security Light......180Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208Clutch Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . .220Compass Calibration.........152Cooling System............208
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Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213
Gasohol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207
Gasoline (Fuel)............207
General Maintenance . . . . . . . . .208
Glass Cleaning............208
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect®). . .147
Headlights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . .39Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .208Dimmer Switch..........40High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . .39Head Restraints............29Head Rests...............29Heated Mirrors........49,52,56Heated Steering Wheel........36High Beam Indicator.........179High Beam/Low Beam Select(Dimmer) Switch..........39HomeLink®(Garage Door Opener)...154Hood Release.............201
Identifying Your Radio.........70Instrument Cluster............8Instrument Cluster WarningLights . . . . . . . . . . . .173, 179Instrument Panel Cover.......208Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . .208Interior and Instrument Lights.....7Interior Appearance Care.......208Interior Fuses.............218Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . .40Introduction...............3In Vehicle FeaturesUconnect®Access.........78Inverter Outlet (115V)........156Inverter, Power............156iPod®/USB/MP3 ControlBluetooth®Streaming Audio . .91,107, 113, 140
Jack Location.............189Jack Operation............189Jump Starting.............194
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Arm The Alarm...........13
Disarm The Alarm.........13
Keyless Enter-N-Go
Lock/Unlock..........14,15
Keyless Enter-N-Go™
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Keyless Enter-N-Go™.......13
Passive Entry............13
Remote Control...........13
Lane Change and Turn Signals . . . .38Lane Change Assist..........38Lap/Shoulder Belts...........17Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222LightsBulb Replacement . . . . . . . .222Engine Temperature Warning . .175Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179Headlights.............39High Beam Indicator......179Hill Descent Control Indicator .181Low Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . .173Security Alarm..........180Service..............222Tu r n S i g n a l . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 8Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren(LATCH)...............25Lubrication, Body...........208
Maintenance Free Battery......208Maintenance, General . . . . . . . .208Maintenance Procedures.......208Maintenance Record . . . . . . . . .212Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . .208Malfunction Indicator Light(Check Engine) . . . . . . . . . .177Master Cylinder (Brakes).......208MirrorsHeated..........49,52,56MOPAR®Accessories.........226
Navigation............110, 143New Vehicle Break-In Period.....38
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) . . .206Oil Change Indicator.........178Oil Change Indicator, Reset.....178Oil, Engine...........206, 208Capacity..............206
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