cooling JEEP CHEROKEE 2015 KL / 5.G User Guide

MAX A/C
• MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling performance.
• Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C and the prior settings. The button on
the touchscreen illuminates when MAX A/C is ON.
• In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position can be adjusted to desired user
settings. Pressing other settings will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch to the
prior settings and the MAX A/C indicator will turn off.
Air Recirculation
• Push the Recirculation button for maximum A/C operation.
• To turn off Recirculation for window defogging, push the Recirculation button a
second time.
• If the Recirculation button is pushed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light
shall illuminate. In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may lead to excessive
window fogging. The recirculation feature may be unavailable (button greyed out)
if conditions exist that could create fogging on the inside of the windshield.
Heated Mirrors
The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn
on the rear window defroster.
Windshield Wiper De-icer — If Equipped
The windshield wiper de-icer is a heating element located at the base of the windshield.
The windshield wiper de-icer operates automatically once the following conditions
are met:
Activation By Front Defrost
• The wiper de-icer activates automatically during a cold weather manual start with
full defrost,theblower speed is greater than five,and when theambient temperature
is below 40° F (4.4° C).
Activation By Rear Defrost
• The wiper de-icer activates automatically when the Rear Defrost is operating and
theambient temperature is below 40° F (4.4° C).
Activation By Remote Start Operation
• When the Remote Start is activated and theoutside ambient temperature is less
than 40° F (4.4° C)the windshield wiper de-icer is activated. Upon exiting Remote
Start, the climate control functions will resume their previous operation except,
if the de-icer is active, the de-icer timer and operation will continue.
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Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction,
the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence will continue each time the vehicle is restarted as long as
the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect
or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of
reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS
malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle, to
ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue
to function properly.
NOTE:
Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air
temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage,
especially in the Winter. Example: If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the
outside temperature is 32°F (0°C), then the cold tire inflation pressure should be
increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this
outside temperature condition.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS
pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your
vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using
replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermar-
ket wheels can cause sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant from a can, or
balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as damage to the sensors
may result.
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
• This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
• If the light turns on and a warning chime sounds while driving, safely pull over and
stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into
NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to
normal, turn the engine off immediately.
• We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur.
Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by
steam or boiling coolant.
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• To turn the FCW system OFF, press the forward collision button once to turn the
system OFF (led turns on).
• For further information on Forward Collision Warning (FCW) operation and proper
use, refer to “Speed Control ” in “Operating Your Vehicle”.
- Liftgate Ajar Indicator — If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when the liftgate is left ajar and not fully closed.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by
taking the appropriate action:
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, shift the transmission to NEUTRAL, but do not
increase engine idle speed.
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.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature
gauge reads HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the
pointer remains on HOT (H), and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off
immediately, and call for service.
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.
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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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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
2.4L and 3.2L Engines15.8 Gallons60 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
2.4 Liter Engine(SAE 0W-20, API Certified)5.5 Quarts5.2 Liters
3.2 Liter Engine(SAE 5W-20, API Certified)6 Quarts5.6 Liters
Cooling System*
2.4 Liter Engine (MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant10 Year/150,000 MileFormula)
7.2 Quarts 6.8 Liters
3.2 Liter Engine (MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant10 Year/150,000 MileFormula)
10 Quarts 9.5 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine CoolantWe recommend you use MOPAR®Antifreeze/Coolant10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic AdditiveTechnology) or equivalent meeting the requirements ofChrysler Material Standard MS-12106.
Engine Oil – 2.4L Engine We recommend you use SAE 0W-20 API Certified EngineOil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan-dard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®,Pennzoil®,andShellHelix®. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAEgrade.
Engine Oil – 3.2L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 EngineOil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan-dard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®,Pennzoil®,andShellHelix®. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAEgrade.
Engine Oil FilterWe recommend you use a MOPAR®Engine Oil Filter.
Spark Plugs – 2.4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®Spark Plugs.
Spark Plugs – 3.2L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection – 2.4L/3.2LEngines87 Octane
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CAUTION!
• Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive
Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and
may decrease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine
coolant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive
Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible”
coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into
the cooling system in an emergency, the cooling system will need to be drained,
flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106), by an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products.
Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be
compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze)
is not recommended.
E85 FLEXIBLE FUEL — 2.4L ENGINE ONLY
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on
E-85.
Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic TransmissionUse only MOPAR®ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™Automatic Transmission Fluid, or equiva-lent.Failure to use the correct fluid may affectthe function or performance of your trans-mission.
Brake Master CylinderWe recommend you use MOPAR®DOT 3Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used.If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is notavailable, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Useonly recommended brake fluids.
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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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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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Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) . .208
Coolant Capacity.........206
Coolant Level...........208
Disposal of Used Coolant....208
Drain, Flush, and Refill.....208
Inspection............208
Points to Remember.......208
Pressure Cap...........208
Selection of Coolant
(Antifreeze)........206, 208Corrosion Protection.........208Cruise Control (Speed Control)....41Cruise Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42Customer Assistance......223, 224
Customer Programmable Features..153
Defects, Reporting..........225Defroster, Rear Window......49,50Defroster, Windshield.......49,50Dimmer Control.............40Dimmer Switch, Headlight......40Disabled Vehicle Towing.......173Disarming, Security System......13DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . .208Driver Cockpit..............6
Electric Parking Brake.........59ElectronicsYo u r Ve h i c l e ' s S o u n dSystem.............68,69Electronic Speed Control(Cruise Control)...........41Electronic Throttle ControlWarning Light . . . . . . . . . . .174Electronic Vehicle InformationCenter (EVIC) . . . . . . . . . . .151Emergency, In Case ofBrake Warning Light.......176Jacking..............189Overheating............182To w i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 7 3EngineAir Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . .208Break-In Recommendations . . .38Checking Oil Level........208Compartment...........202Coolant (Antifreeze).......206
Cooling...............208
Malfunction Indicator
(Check Engine) . . . . . . . . . .177
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206, 208
Oil Filler Cap...........208
Oil Selection........206, 208
Overheating............182
Event Data Recorder.........200
Exhaust System............208
FA Q . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2 7
Filters
Air Cleaner............208
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . .206, 208
Engine Oil Disposal.......208
Flashers
Tu r n S i g n a l . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 7 9
Flash-To-Pass..............38
Flexible Fuel Vehicles........207
Fluid, Brake..............207
Fluid Capacities............206
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts................206
Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . .39, 179
Folding Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . .34
Forward Collision Warning.......47
Four Wheel Drive...........165
Four Wheel Drive Operation.....162
Shifting into Power Transfer
Unit Neutral (N).........163Shifting into Transfer CaseNeutral (N)............163Shifting out of Power TransferUnit Neutral (N).........163Shifting out of Transfer CaseNeutral (N)............163Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.......197Frequently Asked Questions.....227Front And Rear ParkSense System . .61Front Heated Seats...........35Front ParkSense System........61FuelFiller Cap (Gas Cap).......180Octane Rating..........206Specifications..........206Tank Capacity..........206Fuel, Flexible.............207
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