headlights JEEP CHEROKEE 2015 KL / 5.G User Guide

High Beam Operation
• Push the lever forward to activate the high beams.
NOTE:
For safe driving, turn off the high beams when oncoming traffic is present to prevent
headlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists.
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
Automatic Headlights/Parking
Lights/Headlights
The headlight switch is located on the
instrument panel to the left of the steer-
ing wheel.
• Rotate the headlight switch to the first
detentfor parking lights and to
the second detentfor headlights.
• With the parking lights or low beam
headlights on, push in the center of the
headlight switch once for fog lights.
•Rotate the headlight switch to the third
detent AUTO for automatic headlights.
When set to AUTO, the system automati-
cally turns the headlights on or off based
on ambient light levels.
Automatic High Beams
The Automatic High Beams system provides increased forward lighting at night by
automating high beam control through the use of a digital camera mounted on the
inside rearview mirror. This camera detects vehicle specific light and automatically
switches from high beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
This feature is programmable through the Uconnect®system. Refer to “Uconnect®
Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in the Owner's Manual on the
DVD for further details.
Headlight Switch
1 — Rotate Headlight2 — Push Fog3 — Rotate Dimmer
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
39

Instrument Panel Dimmer
• Rotate the right dimmer control to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the
instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a
door is opened.
• Rotate the right dimmer control up to increase the brightness of the instrument
panel when the parking lights or headlights are on.
• Rotate the right dimmer control up to the next detent position to fully brighten the
odometer and radio when the parking lights or headlights are on.
• Rotate the right dimmer control up to the last detent position to turn on the interior
lighting.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a touchscreen, the dimming is programmable
through the Uconnect®system. Refer to “Uconnect®Settings ” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” in the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
Ambient Light Dimmer
• Rotate the left dimmer control upward or downward to increase or decrease the
brightness of the ambient light located in the overhead console, door handle lights,
under I/P lights, door map pocket lights, and cubby bin lights.
• Rotate the left dimmer control to the extreme bottom position to turn off the
ambient lights.
WIPER/WASHER LEVER
Front Wipers
Intermittent, Low And High Operation
• Rotate the end of the lever to one of
the first four detent positions for inter-
mittent settings, the fifth detent for
low wiper operation and the sixth de-
tent for high wiper operation.
Washer Operation
• Pull the lever rearward toward you and
hold for as long as spray is desired.
Multifunction Lever
1 — Rear Washer (Push Forward)2 — Lift Up For Mist3 — Front Washer (Pull Toward Driver)
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
40

2. Push and release theDOWNarrow button to access the ”Oil Life” menu
screen.
3. Push theLEFTarrow button orRIGHTarrow button to access the “OIL
LIFE” submenu.
4. Push theOKbutton to reset the “OIL LIFE” to 100%
5. Push theUParrow button to exit the EVIC menu screen
Vehicles Not Equipped With Passive Entry
Without pushing the brake pedal, cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position (Do not
start the engine.)
1. Push theOKbutton to enter the EVIC menu screen.
2. Push and release theDOWNarrow button to access the ”Oil Life” menu
screen.
3. Push theLEFTarrow button orRIGHTarrow button to access the “OIL
LIFE” submenu.
4. Push theOKbutton to reset the “OIL LIFE” to 100%
5. Push theUParrow button to exit the EVIC menu screen
NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change
indicator system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATOR LIGHTS
A- Stop/Start Indicator — If Equipped
This icon indicates that the Stop/Start System is active. Whenever the system is active
the telltale will illuminate in the instrument cluster. Refer to “Stop Start System” in
“Operating Your Vehicle” in this manual.
- Turn Signal Indicator
The arrows will flash with the exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is
operated. A tone will chime, and a 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.
- High Beam Indicator
Indicates that headlights are on high beam.
- Front Fog Light Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
179

-AdaptiveCruseControl(ACC)SETIndicator
• When ACC is set, the set speed will continue to display in the lower right hand
corner of the cluster.
• The ACC screen will display once again if any ACC activity occurs, which may
include any of the following:
• Distance Setting Change
• System Cancel
• Driver Override
• System Off
• ACC Proximity Warning
• ACC Unavailable Warning
• The EVIC will return to the last display selected after five seconds of no ACC
display activity.
• For further information on Adaptive Cruse Control (ACC) SET operation and proper
use, refer to “Speed Control ” in “Operating Your Vehicle”.
NOTE:
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving convenience provided by cruise
control while traveling on highways and major roadways. However, it is not a safety
system and not designed to prevent collisions.
- Hill Descent Control Indicator — If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when Hill Descent Control (HDC) has been selected
using the Hill Descent Control Switch.
- Park/Headlight ON Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on.
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
- Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when the windshield washer fluid is low.
- Door Ajar Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when a door(s) is left ajar and not fully closed.
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF Indicator
NOTE:
• The default status of FCW is “On”, this allows the system to warn you of a possible
collision with the vehicle in front of you.
• The forward collision button is located on the switch panel below the Uconnect®
display.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
181

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
INDEX
229

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
INDEX
231