JEEP CHEROKEE 2019 Owner handbook (in English)
Manufacturer: JEEP, Model Year: 2019, Model line: CHEROKEE, Model: JEEP CHEROKEE 2019Pages: 344, PDF Size: 6.35 MB
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equate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the
system is started again.
Window Fogging
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in
mild, rainy, and/or humid weather. To clear
the windows, select Defrost or Mix mode and
increase the front blower speed. Do not use
the Recirculation mode without A/C for long
periods, as fogging may occur.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause
damage to the heating elements:
• Use care when washing the inside of
the rear window. Do not use abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface
of the window. Use a soft cloth and a
mild washing solution, wiping parallel
to the heating elements. Labels can be
peeled off after soaking with warm
water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instru-
ments, or abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window.
CAUTION!
• Keep all objects a safe distance from
the window.
Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in
front of the windshield, is free of obstruc-
tions, such as leaves. Leaves collected in the
air intake may reduce airflow, and if they
enter the plenum, they could plug the water
drains. In Winter months, make sure the air
intake is clear of ice, slush, and snow.
Cabin Air Filter
The climate control system filters out dust
and pollen from the air. Contact an autho-
rized dealer to service your cabin air filter,
and to have it replaced when needed.
WINDOWS
Power Window Controls
The window controls on the driver's door
control all the door windows.
There are single window controls on each
passenger door trim panel, which operate the
passenger door windows. The window con-
trols will operate only when the ignition is in
the ACC or ON/RUN position.
Power Window Switches
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NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with the Uconnect, the
power window switches will remain active for
up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled
to the OFF position. Opening either front door
will cancel this feature. The time is program-
mable. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in
“Multimedia” in your Owner’s Manual for
further information.
WARNING!
Never leave children unattended in a ve-
hicle, and do not let children play with
power windows. Do not leave the key fob in
or near the vehicle, or in a location acces-
sible to children, and do not leave the
ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
Occupants, particularly unattended chil-
dren, can become entrapped by the win-
dows while operating the power window
switches. Such entrapment may result in
serious injury or death.
Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch
Protection
NOTE:
• If the window runs into any obstacle during
auto-closure, it will reverse direction and
then go back down. Remove the obstacle
and use the window switch again to close
the window.
• Any impact due to rough road conditions
may trigger the auto-reverse function unex-
pectedly during auto-closure. If this hap-
pens, pull the switch lightly and hold to
close the window manually.
WARNING!
There is no anti-pinch protection when the
window is almost closed. To avoid personal
injury be sure to clear your arms, hands,
fingers and all objects from the window
path before closing.
Window Lockout Switch
The window lockout switch on the driver's
door trim panel allows you to disable the
window controls on the rear passenger doors.
To disable the window controls, push and
release the window lockout button (the indi-
cator light on the button with turn on). To
enable the window controls, push and release
the window lockout button again (the indica-
tor light on the button will turn back off).
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the per-
ception of pressure on the ears or a
helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your ve-
hicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in
certain open or partially open positions. This
is a normal occurrence and can be mini-
mized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear
windows open, open the front and rear win-
dows together to minimize the buffeting. If
the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open,
adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the
buffeting or open any window.
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POWER SUNROOF WITH
POWER SHADE — IF
EQUIPPED
The power sunroof switches are located to the
left between the sun visors on the overhead
console.
The power shade switches are located to the
right between the sun visors on the overhead
console.
WARNING!
• Never leave children unattended in a
vehicle, or with access to an unlocked
vehicle. Never leave the key fob in or
WARNING!
near the vehicle, or in a location acces-
sible to children. Do not leave the igni-
tion of a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN
mode. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped
by the power sunroof while operating the
power sunroof switch. Such entrapment
may result in serious injury or death.
• In a collision, there is a greater risk of
being thrown from a vehicle with an
open sunroof. You could also be seri-
ously injured or killed. Always fasten
your seat belt properly and make sure all
passengers are also properly secured.
• Do not allow small children to operate
the sunroof. Never allow your fingers,
other body parts, or any object, to proj-
ect through the sunroof opening. Injury
may result.
Power Sunroof Switches
1 — Closing Sunroof
2 — Venting Sunroof
3 — Opening Sunroof
4 — Opening Power Shade
5 — Closing Power Shade
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Opening Sunroof
The sunroof has two programmed open posi-
tions, comfort stop position and full open
position. The comfort stop position is set to
minimize wind buffeting when driving with
side windows closed and sunroof open. If the
sunshade is in the closed position when ini-
tiating a sunroof open or vent command the
sunshade will automatically open to the half
open position prior to the sunroof opening.
Express
Push the switch rearward and release it
within one-half second, the sunroof will open
to the comfort stop position and automati-
cally stop. Push the switch rearward and
release it again, the sunroof will open to the
full open position and automatically stop.
This is called “Express Open”. During Ex-
press Open operation, any movement of the
sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
Manual Mode
Push and hold the switch rearward, the sun-
roof will open to the comfort stop position
and automatically stop. Push the switch rear-
ward and hold it again, the sunroof will opento the full open position and automatically
stop. Any release of the switch will stop the
sunroof movement. The sunroof will remain
in a partially opened condition until the
switch is pushed and held again.
Venting Sunroof
Push and release the "Vent" button within
one-half second and the sunroof will open to
the vent position. This is called “Express
Vent”, and it will occur regardless of sunroof
position. During Express Vent operation, any
movement of the switch will stop the sunroof.
Closing Sunroof
Express
Push the switch forward and release it within
one-half second and the sunroof will close
automatically from any position. The sunroof
will close fully and stop automatically. This is
called “Express Close”. During Express Close
operation, any other actuation of the switch
will stop the sunroof.Manual Mode
To close the sunroof, push and hold the
switch in the forward position. Any release of
the switch will stop the movement and the
sunroof will remain in a partially closed con-
dition until the sunroof switch is pushed
again.
Opening Power Shade
The sunshade has two programmed open
positions, half open and full open positions.
When opening the sunshade from the closed
position the sunshade will always stop at the
half open position regardless of express or
manual open operation. The switch must be
actuated again to continue on to full open
position.
Express
Push the sunshade switch rearward and re-
lease it within one-half second, the sunshade
will open to the half open position and stop
automatically. Push and release the switch
again from the half open position and the
sunshade will open to the full open position
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and stop automatically. This is called “Ex-
press Open”. During Express Open operation,
any movement of the sunshade switch will
stop the shade.
Manual Mode
Push and hold the sunshade switch rearward,
the shade will open to the half open position
and stop automatically. Push and hold the
sunshade switch rearward again and the
shade will open automatically to the full-open
position. Any release of the switch will stop
the movement and the sunshade will remain
in a partially opened condition until the
switch is pushed again.
Closing Power Shade
If the sunroof is open or vented the sunshade
cannot be closed beyond the half open posi-
tion. Pushing the sunshade close switch
when the sunroof is open/vented and the
sunshade is at half open position will first
automatically close sunroof prior to the sun-
shade closing.Express
Push the switch forward and release it within
one-half second and the shade will close
automatically from any position.
Manual
To close the shade, push and hold the switch
in the forward position.
Pinch Protect Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction in the
closing of the sunroof during the Express
Close operation. If an obstruction in the path
of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will
automatically retract. Remove the obstruc-
tion if this occurs.
NOTE:
If three consecutive sunroof close attempts
result in Pinch Protect reversals, Pinch Pro-
tect will disable and the sunroof must be
closed in Manual Mode.
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 10 minutes after the
ignition switch is turned to the OFF/LOCK
position. Opening either front door will can-
cel this feature.
NOTE:
Ignition Off time is programmable through
the Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” in your Owner’s
Manual for further information.
HOOD
Opening The Hood
Two latches must be released to open the
hood.
1. Pull the hood release lever located under
the driver’s side of the instrument panel.
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2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and pull
the safety latch release lever forward (to-
ward you). The safety latch release lever is
located behind the front edge of the hood,
slightly off-center to the right.Closing The Hood
Lower the hood to approximately 12 inches
(30 cm) from the engine compartment and
drop it. Make sure that the hood is com-
pletely closed.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before
driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully
WARNING!
latched, it could open when the vehicle is
in motion and block your vision. Failure to
follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam
the hood to close it. Lower hood to approxi-
mately 12 inches (30 cm) and drop the
hood to close. Make sure hood is fully
closed for both latches. Never drive ve-
hicle unless hood is fully closed, with both
latches engaged.
LIFTGATE
Opening
To Unlock/Open The Liftgate
The power liftgate may be opened by pushing
the electronic liftgate release handle (refer to
“Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” lo-
cated in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle”) or
by pushing the liftgate button on the key fob.
Hood ReleaseHood Safety Latch Release Lever Location
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Push the liftgate button on the key fob twice
within five seconds to open the power lift-
gate. Once the liftgate is open, pushing the
button twice within five seconds a second
time will close the liftgate.
The power liftgate may also be opened or
closed by pushing the liftgate button located
on the instrument panel to right of the head-
light control switch assembly. If the liftgate is
fully open, the liftgate can be closed by
pushing the liftgate button located on the left
rear trim panel, near the liftgate opening. If
the liftgate is in motion, pushing the liftgate
button located on the left rear trim panel will
reverse the liftgate.
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5ft
(1.5m) of the liftgate, push the passive entry
button located to the left of liftgate release
handle to open the liftgate with one fluid
motion.NOTE:
If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is pro-
grammed in Uconnect, all doors will unlock
when you push the passive entry button on
the liftgate. If "Unlock Driver Door 1st Press"
is programmed in Uconnect, the liftgate will
unlock when you push the passive entry but-
ton on the liftgate. Refer to “Uconnect Set-
tings” in “Multimedia” in your Owner’s
Manual for further information.
WARNING!
Driving with the liftgate open can allow
poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle.
You and your passengers could be injured
by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed
when you are operating the vehicle.
Liftgate Entry
1 — Passive Entry Button
2 — Liftgate Release Handle
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Closing
There are several different ways to close the
liftgate:
• Manually by grasping the liftgate closing
handle and initiating lowering of the lift-
gate. Release the handle when the liftgate
takes over the closing effort.
• Key Fob
• Hands-Free
• Liftgate Instrument Panel Button
• Power Liftgate Button On The Pillar In The
Cargo Area
To Lock The Liftgate
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft
(1.5 m) of the liftgate, pushing the Keyless
Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry lock/push but-
ton located to the left of the back-up camera
will lock the vehicle only.The power liftgate may be closed by pushing
the button, located in the upper left trim in
the liftgate opening. Pushing the button will
only close the liftgate. This button cannot be
used to open the liftgate.
Hands-Free Liftgate — If Equipped
To open or close the liftgate using hands-free
activation, use a straight in and out kicking
motion under the vehicle activation zone in
the general location below the rear license
plate. Do not move your foot sideways or in a
sweeping motion or the sensors may not de-
tect the motion.
Rear Power Liftgate Switch
Hands-Free Liftgate Activation Zone
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NOTE:
Activation zone is the same for vehicles
equipped with and without trailer tow package.
When a valid kicking motion is completed,
the liftgate will chime, the hazard lights will
flash and the liftgate will open after approxi-
mately one second, or close after approxi-
mately three seconds. This assumes all op-
tions are enabled in the radio.
NOTE:
• Opening or closing the Hands-Free Liftgate
requires a valid Passive Entry key fob within
5 ft (1.5 m) of the door handle. If a valid
Passive Entry key fob is not within 5 ft
(1.5 m), the liftgate will not respond to any
kicks.
• The Hands-Free Liftgate feature may be
turned on or off in Uconnect Settings. Refer
to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” in
the Owner’s Manual for further information.
The Hands-Free Liftgate feature should be
turned off during Jacking, Tire Changing,
Manual Car Wash, and Vehicle Service.NOTE:
The Hands-free liftgate feature can be acti-
vated by any metallic object making a similar
in-and-out motion under the rear bumper,
such as cleaning using a metal broom.
NOTE:
• The Hands-Free Liftgate will only operate
when the transmission is in PARK.
• If anything obstructs the Hands-Free lift-
gate while it is opening or closing, the
liftgate will automatically reverse to the
closed/open position, provided it meets
sufficient resistance.
• There are pinch sensors attached to the
side of the liftgate opening. Light pressure
anywhere along these strips will cause the
liftgate to return to the open position.
• If the power liftgate encounters multiple
obstructions within the same cycle, the
system will automatically stop. If this oc-
curs, the liftgate must be operated manu-
ally.• The power liftgate will release, but not
power open, in temperatures below −12° F
(−24° C). Be sure to remove any buildup of
snow or ice from the liftgate before opening
the liftgate.
• If the liftgate is left open for an extended
period of time, the liftgate may need to be
closed manually to reset power liftgate
functionality.
WARNING!
• Driving with the liftgate open can allow
poisonous exhaust gases into your ve-
hicle. You and your passengers could be
injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate
closed when you are operating the ve-
hicle.
• If you are required to drive with the
liftgate open, make sure that all win-
dows are closed, and the climate control
blower switch is set at high speed. Do
not use the recirculation mode.
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Gas props support the liftgate in the open
position. However, because the gas pressure
drops with temperature, it may be necessary
to assist the props when opening the liftgate
in cold weather.
NOTE:
Allow the power system to open the liftgate.
Manually pushing or pulling the liftgate may
activate the liftgate obstacle detection fea-
ture and stop the power operation or reverse
its direction.
WARNING!
During power operation, personal injury or
cargo damage may occur. Ensure the lift-
gate travel path is clear. Make sure the
liftgate is closed and latched before driv-
ing away.
INTERNAL EQUIPMENT
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 the ignition switch
is in the ON or ACC position, while the outlets
labeled with a “battery” are connected di-
rectly to the battery and powered at all times.
NOTE:
• All accessories connected to the “battery”
powered outlets should be removed or
turned off when the vehicle is not in use to
protect the battery against discharge.
CAUTION!
Power outlets are designed for accessory
plugs only. Do not insert any other object
in the power outlets as this will damage
the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper use
CAUTION!
of the power outlet can cause damage not
covered by your New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.
The front power outlet is located inside the
storage area in front of the shifter.
In addition to the front power outlet, there is
also a power outlet located in the storage area
of the center console.
Front Power Outlet
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