keyless JEEP CHEROKEE 2020 Owner handbook (in English)

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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” in
“Doors” in this chapter) or by pushing the
liftgate button on the key fob. Push the lift-
gate button on the key fob twice within five
seconds to open the power liftgate. 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 headlight
switch. 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 lift -
gate 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 5 ft
(1.5 m) of the liftgate, push the Passive
Entry button located to the left of liftgate
release handle to lock the liftgate and doors. NOTE:
If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is
programmed 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 button on the liftgate. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” in the
Owner’s Manual for further information.
Liftgate Entry NOTE:
The liftgate can also be opened manually by
pushing the liftgate release handle and
pulling upward in one fluid motion.
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 (if equipped)
Liftgate Instrument Panel Button
Power Liftgate Button On The Pillar In The
Cargo Area
1 — Passive Entry Button
2 — Liftgate Release Handle
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.
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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
button 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.Rear Power Liftgate SwitchHands-Free Liftgate — If Equipped
Hands-Free Liftgate Activation Zone
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
detect the motion.
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
options are enabled in the radio.
NOTE:
Opening or closing the Hands-Free Lift -
gate 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 “Multi -
media” 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.
The Hands-Free Liftgate feature can be
activated by any metallic object making a
similar in-and-out motion under the rear
bumper, such as cleaning using a metal
broom.
The Hands-Free Liftgate will only operate
when the transmission is in PARK.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat,
adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and
fasten your seat belts.Start the engine with the gear selector in the
NEUTRAL or PARK position. Apply the brake
before shifting to any driving range.
Normal Starting — Gasoline Engine
NOTE:
Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or
pushing the accelerator pedal.
Place your foot on the brake and place the
ignition to the START mode and release
when the engine starts. If the engine fails to
start within 10 seconds:
1. Place the ignition in the OFF mode.
2. Wait 10 to 15 seconds.
3. Repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.NOTE:
Only press one pedal at a time while driving
the vehicle. Torque performance of the
vehicle could be reduced if both pedals are
pressed at the same time. If pressure is
detected on both pedals simultaneously, a
warning message will display in the instru
-
ment cluster. For further information, refer to
“Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To
Know Your Instrument Panel”.
Tip Start Feature
Place the ignition in the START mode and
release it as the starter engages. The starter
motor will automatically disengage itself
once the engine is running. If the engine fails
to start, the starter will disengage automati -
cally in 10 seconds. If this occurs:
1. Place the ignition in the OFF mode.
2. Wait 10 to 15 seconds.
3. Repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
WARNING!
When leaving the vehicle, always remove
the key fob from the ignition and lock
your vehicle. If equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go, always make sure the
keyless ignition node is in “OFF” mode,
remove the key fob from the vehicle and
lock the vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle,
or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat -
tended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seri -
ously or fatally injured. Children should
be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle, or in a location accessible to
children, and do not leave the ignition of
a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN
mode. A child could operate power
windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
WARNING! (Continued)
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Normal Starting — Diesel Engine
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat,
both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten
your seat belts.
The starter is allowed to crank for up to
30-second intervals. Waiting a few minutes
between such intervals will protect the
starter from overheating.NOTE:
Engine start up in very low ambient tempera-
ture could result in evident white smoke.
This condition will disappear as the engine
warms up.
Battery Blanket Usage
A battery loses 60% of its cranking power as
the battery temperature decreases to 0°F
(-18°C). For the same decrease in tempera -
ture, the engine requires twice as much
power to crank at the same RPM. The use of
battery blankets will greatly increase starting
capability at low temperatures. Suitable
battery blankets are available from your
authorized Mopar dealer.
Normal Starting Procedure — Keyless
Enter-N-Go
Observe the instrument panel telltales when
starting the engine.
NOTE:
Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or
pressing the accelerator pedal.
1. Always apply the parking brake.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing the ENGINE START/STOP
button once.
NOTE:
A delay of the start of up to five seconds is
possible under very cold conditions. The
“Wait to Start” telltale will be illuminated
WARNING!
Before exiting a vehicle, always come to
a complete stop, then shift the auto-
matic transmission into PARK and apply
the parking brake.
Always make sure the keyless ignition
node is in the OFF mode, key fob is
removed from the vehicle and vehicle is
locked.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle,
or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Leaving children in a vehicle unattended
is dangerous for a number of reasons. A
child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle, or in a location accessible to
children, and do not leave the ignition of
a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN
mode. A child could operate power
windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior
heat build-up may cause serious injury or
death.
CAUTION!
The engine is allowed to crank as long as
30 seconds. If the engine fails to start
during this period, please wait at least two
minutes for the starter to cool before
repeating start procedure.
WARNING! (Continued)
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AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION — IF
EQUIPPED
WARNING!
It is dangerous to shift out of PARK (P)
or NEUTRAL (N) if the engine speed is
higher than idle speed. If your foot is not
firmly pressing the brake pedal, the
vehicle could accelerate quickly forward
or in reverse. You could lose control of
the vehicle and hit someone or some-
thing. Only shift into gear when the
engine is idling normally and your foot is
firmly pressing the brake pedal.
Unintended movement of a vehicle could
injure those in or near the vehicle. As
with all vehicles, you should never exit a
vehicle while the engine is running.
Before exiting a vehicle, always come to
a complete stop, then apply the parking
brake, shift the transmission into PARK,
turn the engine OFF, and remove the key
fob. When the ignition is in the LOCK/
OFF (key removal) position, (or, with
Keyless Enter-N-Go, when the ignition is
in the OFF mode) the transmission is
locked in PARK, securing the vehicle
against unwanted movement.
When leaving the vehicle, always make
sure the ignition is in the OFF mode,
remove the key fob from the vehicle, and
lock the vehicle.
Never use the PARK position as a substi
-
tute for the parking brake. Always apply
the parking brake fully when exiting the
vehicle to guard against vehicle move-
ment and possible injury or damage.
WARNING! (Continued)
Your vehicle could move and injure you
and others if it is not in PARK. Check by
trying to move the gear selector out of
PARK with the brake pedal released.
Make sure the transmission is in PARK
before exiting the vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle,
or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat -
tended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seri -
ously or fatally injured. Children should
be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the transmission
gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle (or in a location accessible to
children), and do not leave the ignition
(in a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go) in the ACC or ON/RUN
mode. A child could operate power
windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
WARNING! (Continued)
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J
Jack Location .................................... 194
Jack Operation .......................... 194, 241
Jacking And Tire Changing ................. 194
Jump Starting ................................... 209
K
Key Fob Arm The System ............................... 18
Disarm The System .......................... 18
Keyless Enter-N-Go .............................. 19 Passive Entry ................................... 19
Keys ................................................... 13 Replacement ................................... 14
L
LaneSense ........................................ 168
Lap/Shoulder Belts ............................ 100
Latches............................................. 137 Hood ............................................... 52
Leaks, Fluid ...................................... 137
Life Of Tires ...................................... 244
Liftgate ............................................... 53 Closing ............................................ 53
Hands-Free ...................................... 54
Opening .......................................... 53
Light Bulbs ....................................... 137 Lights............................................... 137
Air Bag ............................ 64 , 108 , 135
Automatic Headlights ....................... 31
Automatic High Beam ...................... 31
Brake Assist Warning........................ 81
Brake Warning ................................. 64
Bulb Replacement ......................... 183
Cruise .................................. 72 , 73 , 74
Daytime Running ............................. 30
Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator...................................... 66
Engine Temperature Warning ............ 66
Exterior ....................................30 , 137
Fog............................................32 , 71
High Beam .................................30 , 31
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............ 31
Hill Descent Control Indicator ........... 83
Lights On Reminder ......................... 32
Low Fuel ......................................... 68
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) 68
Park ..........................................31 , 73
Passing ........................................... 31
Seat Belt Reminder .......................... 64
Security Alarm ................................. 67
Service ......................................... 183
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ....... 93
Traction Control ............................... 81
Turn Signals ....................... 33 , 73 , 137
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions ............................66 , 73 Loading Vehicle .................................177
Locks
Child Protection ...............................22
Low Tire Pressure System .....................93
Lug Nuts/Bolts ...................................256
Luggage Carrier ....................................57
M
Maintenance........................................51
Maintenance Free Battery ...................236
Maintenance Schedule .......................218
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine) ....................................68
Manual Transmission.................. 143 , 236
Fluid Level Check ...........................236
Lubricant Selection.........................265
Shift Speeds ..................................144
Media Hub ........................................286
Memory Feature (Memory Seats)............23
Mirrors ................................................29
Modifications/Alterations Vehicle ..............................................4
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ...............93
Mopar Accessories .............................266
MP3 Control ......................................286
Multi-Function Control Lever .................30
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INDEX
N
Navigation ........................................ 287
New Vehicle Break-In Period ............... 140
O
Occupant Restraints............................. 98
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ............ 262
Oil Pressure Light ................................ 66
Oil, Engine ........................................ 262 Capacity ........................................ 261
Checking ....................................... 233
Dipstick ........................................ 233
Filter............................................. 262
Pressure Warning Light ..................... 66
Recommendation ........................... 261Viscosity ........................................ 261
Onboard Diagnostic System .................. 74
Operating Precautions .......................... 74
Operator Manual Owner's Manual ................................. 2
Overheating, Engine ........................... 212
P
Paddle Shifters .................................. 148
Parking Brake .................................... 141
ParkSense Active Park Assist .............. 168
ParkSense System, Rear ............. 164 , 166
Passive Entry....................................... 19
Personalized Main Menu .................... 273
Pets ................................................. 134 Phone (Uconnect).............................. 290
Pairing .......................................... 292
Phonebook ........................................ 296
Pinch Protection.................................. 51
Power Brakes .......................................... 255
Inverter ........................................... 56
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ..... 55
Windows ......................................... 47
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts......... 106
Preparation For Jacking...................... 194
Pretensioners Seat Belts ..................................... 106
R
Radial Ply Tires ................................. 243
Radio ............................................... 277 Presets .......................... 270 , 274 , 279
Radio Operation .........................269 , 272
Radio Screens ............................272 , 277
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ................ 35
Rear Camera ..................................... 171
Rear Cross Path................................... 89
Rear ParkSense System ..............164 , 166
Rear Wiper/Washer .............................. 36
Recreational Towing .......................... 180
Release, Hood ..................................... 52
Reminder, Lights On ............................ 32
Reminder, Seat Belt ............................ 99 Remote Control
Starting System ................................17
Remote Keyless Entry ...........................14 Arm The Alarm .................................18
Disarm The Alarm .............................18
Remote Starting System .......................17
Replacement Keys ...............................14
Replacement Tires .............................245
Restraints, Child ................................118
Restraints, Head ..................................26
Roll Over Warning ..................................2
Roof Type Carrier .................................57
Rotation, Tires ...................................250
S
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...............135
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............137
Safety Tips ........................................134
Schedule, Maintenance ......................218
Seat Belt Reminder ..............................64
Seat Belts ................................... 99 , 135
Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................103
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ..................................103
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ..................................103

Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ... 106

Child Restraints..............................118
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