service JEEP CHEROKEE 2020 Owner handbook (in English)

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WELCOME FROM FCA

Congratulations on selecting your new FCA
vehicle. Be assured that it represents preci-
sion workmanship, distinctive styling, and
high quality.
ALWAYS drive safely and pay attention to the
road. ALWAYS drive safely with your hands
on the steering wheel. You have full respon -
sibility and assume all risks related to the
use of the features and applications in this
vehicle. Only use the features and applica -
tions when it is safe to do so. Failure to do so
may result in an accident involving serious
injury or death.
This guide illustrates and describes the oper -
ation of features and equipment that are
either standard or optional on this vehicle.
This guide may also include a description of
features and equipment that are no longer
available or were not ordered on this vehicle.
Please disregard any features and equipment
described in this guide that are not available
on this vehicle. FCA reserves the right to
make changes in design and specifications
and/or make additions to or improvements to
its products without imposing any obligation
upon itself to install them on products previ -
ously manufactured. This User Guide has been prepared to help
you quickly become acquainted with the
important features of your vehicle. It
contains most things you will need to operate
and maintain the vehicle, including emer
-
gency information.
When it comes to service, remember that an
authorized dealer knows your Jeep® vehicle
best, has factory-trained technicians and
genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about
your satisfaction.
HOW TO FIND YOUR
OWNER’S MANUAL ONLINE
This guide has been prepared as a reference
item to help you quickly become acquainted
with the most important features and
processes of your vehicle. It contains most
things you will need to operate and maintain
the vehicle, including emergency informa -
tion and procedures.
This User Guide is not a replacement for the full
Owner’s Manual, and does not fully cover every
operation and procedure possible with your
vehicle. For more detailed descriptions of the topics
discussed in this User Guide, as well as
information covering features and processes
not covered in this User Guide, the full
vehicle Owner’s Manual can be accessed for
free online in a printer-friendly PDF format.
To get the full Owner’s Manual or applicable
supplement for your vehicle, follow the appro
-
priate web address below:
www.mopar.eu/owner or alternatively, to
access this information, go to the website at
http://aftersales.fiat.com/elum/.
FCA is committed to protecting our environ -
ment and natural resources. By converting
from paper to electronic delivery for the
majority of the user information for your
vehicle, together we greatly reduce the
demand for tree-based products and lessen
the stress on our environment.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
ALL MATERIAL CONTAINED IN THIS
PUBLICATION IS BASED ON THE LATEST
INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT TIME OF
PUBLICATION APPROVAL. THE RIGHT IS
RESERVED TO PUBLISH REVISIONS AT
ANY TIME.
This User Guide has been prepared with the
assistance of service and engineering
specialists to acquaint you with the opera-
tion and maintenance of your new vehicle. It
is supplemented by a Warranty Information
Booklet and various customer-oriented docu -
ments. You are urged to read these publica -
tions carefully. Following the instructions
and recommendations in this User Guide will
help assure safe and enjoyable operation of
your vehicle.
After you have read the User Guide, it should
be stored in the vehicle for convenient refer -
ence and remain with the vehicle when sold.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make
changes in design and specifications, and/or
to make additions to or improvements in its
products without imposing any obligations
upon itself to install them on products previ -
ously manufactured. The User Guide illustrates and describes the
features that are standard or available as
extra cost options. Therefore, some of the
equipment and accessories in this publica
-
tion may not appear on your vehicle.
NOTE:
Be sure to read the User guide first before
driving your vehicle and before attaching or
installing parts/accessories or making other
modifications to the vehicle.
In view of the many replacement parts and
accessories from various manufacturers
available on the market, the manufacturer
cannot be certain that the driving safety of
your vehicle will not be impaired by the
attachment or installation of such parts.
Even if such parts are officially-approved (for
example, by a general operating permit for
the part or by constructing the part in an offi -
cially approved design), or if an individual
operating permit was issued for the vehicle
after the attachment or installation of such
parts, it cannot be implicitly assumed that
the driving safety of your vehicle is unim -
paired. Therefore, neither experts nor official
agencies are liable. The manufacturer only
assumes responsibility when parts, which are
expressly authorized or recommended by the manufacturer, are attached or installed at an
authorized dealer. The same applies when
modifications to the original condition are
subsequently made on the manufacturer's
vehicles.
Your warranties do not cover any part that the
manufacturer did not supply. Nor do they
cover the cost of any repairs or adjustments
that might be caused or needed because of
the installation or use of non-manufacturer
parts, components, equipment, materials, or
additives. Nor do your warranties cover the
costs of repairing damage or conditions
caused by any changes to your vehicle that
do not comply with the manufacturers
specifications.
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SPEED CONTROL ................................. 160
To Activate .................................. 160
To Set A Desired Speed................. 160
To Resume Speed ........................ 160
To Deactivate .............................. 161
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) —
IF EQUIPPED ....................................... 161
Activating Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) ............................... 162 To Set A Desired ACC Speed.......... 162
Resume ....................................... 162
To Vary The Speed Setting............. 163
Setting The Following Distance
In ACC ........................................ 164
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST —
IF EQUIPPED ....................................... 164
ParkSense Sensors ....................... 164
ParkSense Warning Display ........... 164

Enabling And Disabling ParkSense .... 165

ParkSense System Usage
Precautions .................................. 165
PARKSENSE FRONT AND REAR PARK
ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED ....................... 166
ParkSense Sensors ....................... 167
Enabling And Disabling
ParkSense ................................... 167
PARKSENSE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ...................... 168 LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED ................168
LaneSense Operation .................... 168
Turning LaneSense On Or Off ........ 169
LaneSense Warning Message ......... 169
Changing LaneSense Status .......... 171
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................171
REFUELING THE VEHICLE .....................172
REFUELING THE VEHICLE —
DIESEL ENGINE ....................................173
Adblue® (UREA) — If Equipped.... 175
VEHICLE LOADING ...............................177
Weights Label .............................. 177
TRAILER TOWING .................................179

Trailer Towing Weights
(Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)..... 179

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) ............................180
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another
Vehicle ........................................ 180 Recreational Towing —
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models ... 181 Recreational Towing —
4x4 Models ................................. 181
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS...............182 BULB REPLACEMENT ............................183
Replacement Bulbs .......................183
Replacing Exterior Bulbs ...............184
FUSES .................................................184
General Information ......................184
Underhood Fuses ..........................185
Interior Fuses ...............................193
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING...............194
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage ...194
Preparations For Jacking................195
Jacking Instructions ......................195
Road Tire Installation ....................198
Declaration Of Conformance ..........199
Jack Usage Precautions .................202
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ........203
Tire Service Kit Storage .................203
Tire Service Kit Components And
Operation .....................................203 Tire Service Kit Usage
Precautions ..................................204 Sealing A Tire With Tire Service
Kit...............................................205
JUMP STARTING ..................................209
Preparations For Jump Start...........210
Jump Starting Procedure ...............210
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY —
IF EQUIPPED .......................................212
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IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ............... 212
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE .................. 213FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .................. 214TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ............. 215
Without The Key Fob .................... 216
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models .... 216
4x4 Models .................................. 216
Recovery Strap — If Equipped ....... 217
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) .................................. 217
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) .............. 217
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ....................... 218
Scheduled Servicing —
Gasoline Engine .......................... 218 Scheduled Servicing —
Diesel Engine ............................... 224
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ....................... 229
2.0L Engine ................................ 229
2.4L Engine ................................ 230
3.2L Engine ................................ 231
2.2L Diesel Engine ...................... 232
Checking Oil Level ........................ 233
Cooling System ............................ 234
Adding Washer Fluid .................... 234
Brake System .............................. 234 Manual Transmission —
If Equipped ................................. 236 Automatic Transmission —
If Equipped ................................. 236 Maintenance-Free Battery ............ 236
Pressure Washing ......................... 237
DEALER SERVICE ................................237
Windshield Wiper Blades ............. 237
RAISING THE VEHICLE ..........................241
TIRES .................................................241
Tires — General Information ........ 241
Tire Types ................................... 246
Spare Tires — If Equipped ........... 246
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ......... 248
Tire Chains And Traction
Devices ...................................... 249 Tire Rotation Recommendations .... 250
STORING THE VEHICLE .........................251BODYWORK .........................................252
Preserving The Bodywork .............. 252
INTERIORS .........................................253
Seats And Fabric Parts ................. 253
Plastic And Coated Parts............... 254
Leather Parts ............................... 254
Glass Surfaces ............................ 254
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER........255BRAKE SYSTEM ...................................255
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................256
Torque Specifications ....................256
WHEELS ..............................................256
WEIGHTS.............................................256
FUEL REQUIREMENTS —
GASOLINE ENGINES ..............................257
2.0L Engine .................................257
2.4L And 3.2L Engines .................257
Materials Added To Fuel ................257
Fuel Icon Identification Compliant
To EN16942 ................................257
FUEL REQUIREMENTS —
DIESEL ENGINE ....................................259
Fuel Icon Identification Compliant
To EN16942 ................................259
FLUID CAPACITIES ..............................261
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS .....................262
Engine .........................................262
Chassis ........................................265
FUEL CONSUMPTION AND
CO
2 EMISSIONS ..................................266
MOPAR ACCESSORIES .........................266
Authentic Accessories By Mopar .....266
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NOTE:
Used batteries may be harmful to the envi-
ronment if not disposed of correctly. Always
dispose of used batteries by specialized
battery disposal container, or by taking used
batteries to an authorized dealer.
Duplication of key fobs may be performed at
an authorized dealer. This procedure
consists of programming a blank key fob to
the vehicle electronics. A blank key fob is
one that has never been programmed.
NOTE:
When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with
you to an authorized dealer.
IGNITION SWITCH
Ignition Node Module (IGNM) — If
Equipped
The Ignition Node Module (IGNM) operates
similar to an ignition switch. It has four oper -
ating positions: three with detents and one
that is spring-loaded. The detent positions
are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The START
position is a spring-loaded momentary contact position. When released from the
START position, the switch automatically
returns to the ON/RUN position.
Ignition Switch
Keyless Enter-N-Go (Ignition) — If
Equipped
This feature allows the driver to operate the
ignition switch with the push of a button as
long as the key fob is in the passenger
compartment.
The push button ignition operating modes
are OFF, ACC, ON/RUN, and START.
NOTE:
If the ignition switch does not change with
the push of a button, the key fob may have a
low or depleted battery. In this situation, a
back up method can be used to operate the
ignition switch. Put the nose side (side oppo -
site of the emergency key) of the key fob
against the START/STOP ignition button and
push to operate the ignition switch.
1 — OFF
2 — ACC (Accessory)
3 — ON/RUN
4 — START
WARNING!
Never remove the mechanical key while
the vehicle is moving, as the steering
wheel will automatically lock as soon as
the key is turned. This also applies to
vehicles that are being towed.
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To activate the rear fog lights, push the lower
half of the headlight switch. To turn off the
rear fog lights, push the lower half of the
headlight switch a second time.
NOTE:
To turn on the rear fog lights, the low beam
headlights or front fog lights must first be
active. If the vehicle is only equipped with
rear fog lights, only a single button will be
available in the center of the headlight
switch. Push once to turn the rear fog lights
on, and a second time to turn them off.

An indicator light in the instrument cluster illu-
minates when the fog lights are turned on.

Turn Signals
Move the multifunction lever up or down and
the arrows on each side of the instrument
cluster display will flash to show proper oper -
ation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
NOTE:
If either light remains on and does not
flash, or there is a very fast flash rate,
check for a defective LED turn signal in
the headlamp. Please see an authorized
dealer for service.
When the Daytime Running Lights are on
and a turn signal is activated, the Daytime
Running Lamp will turn off on the side of
the vehicle in which the turn signal is
flashing. The Daytime Running Lamp will
turn back on when the turn signal is
turned off.
Automatic Headlight Leveling — HID
Headlights Only
This feature prevents the headlights from
interfering with the vision of oncoming
drivers. Headlight leveling automatically
adjusts the height of the headlight beam in
reaction to changes in vehicle pitch.
Battery Saver
To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery,
load shedding is provided for both the inte -
rior and exterior lights.
If the ignition is OFF and any door is left ajar
for 10 minutes or the dimmer control is
rotated all the way up to the dome on posi -
tion for 10 minutes, the interior lights will
automatically turn off. NOTE:
Battery saver mode is canceled if the ignition
is ON.
If the headlights remain on while the ignition
is placed in the OFF position, the exterior
lights will automatically turn off after eight
minutes. If the headlights are turned on and
left on for eight minutes while the ignition is
OFF, the exterior lights will automatically
turn off.
NOTE:
The battery saver mode is canceled if the
ignition is OFF and the headlamp switch is in
the park lamp position. The parking lamps
will remain on and drain the vehicle's
battery.
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The temperature can be displayed in U.S.
or Metric units by selecting the US/Metric
customer-programmable feature. Refer to
the “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia”
in your Owner’s Manual for further infor-
mation.
To provide you with maximum comfort in the
Automatic mode during cold start-ups, the
blower fan will remain on low until the
engine warms up. The blower will increase in
speed and transition into Auto mode.
Manual Operation Override
This system offers a full complement of
manual override features. The AUTO symbol
in the front ATC display will be turned off
when the system is being used in the manual
mode.
Operating Tips
NOTE:
For suggested control settings for various
weather conditions, refer to “Climate
Controls” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle”
in the Owner’s Manual.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be
protected with a high-quality antifreeze
coolant to provide proper corrosion protec -
tion and to protect against engine over -
heating. OAT coolant (conforming to
MS.90032) is recommended.
Winter Operation
To ensure the best possible heater and
defroster performance, make sure the engine
cooling system is functioning properly and
the proper amount, type, and concentration
of coolant is used. Use of the Air Recircula -
tion mode during Winter months is not
recommended, because it may cause window
fogging.
Vacation/Storage
Before you store your vehicle, or keep it out
of service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or
more, run the air conditioning system at idle
for about five minutes, in fresh air with the
blower setting on high. This will ensure
adequate 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 instruments,
or abrasive window cleaners on the inte-
rior surface of the window.
Keep all objects a safe distance from the
window.
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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.
Stop/Start System — If Equipped
While in an Autostop, the Climate Control
system may automatically adjust airflow to
maintain cabin comfort. Customer settings
will be maintained upon return to an engine
running condition.
Windshield Wiper De-icer — If Equipped
The windshield wiper de-icer is a heating
element located at the base of the wind -
shield.
It 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, and when the ambient tem-
perature is below 33°F (0.6°C) .
Activation By Rear Defrost
The wiper de-icer activates automatically
when the Rear Defrost is operating and
the ambient temperature is below 33°F
(0.6°C) .
Activation By Remote Start Operation
When the Remote Start is activated and
the outside ambient temperature is less
than 33°F (0.6°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.
WINDOWS
Power Window Controls
The window controls on the driver's door
control all the door windows.
Power Window Switches
1 — Front Driver’s Side Power Window
Switch
2 — Rear Driver’s Side Power Window
Switch
3 — Rear Passenger’s Side Power Window
Switch
4 — Front Passenger’s Side Power Window
Switch
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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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Instrument Cluster Display Selectable
Items
The instrument cluster display can be used
to view the following main menu items:
NOTE:
Depending on the vehicles options, feature
settings may vary. Refer to the “Instrument
Cluster Display” in “Getting To know Your
Instrument Panel” in the Owner’s Manual for
further information.
Diesel Displays
When the appropriate conditions exist, the
following messages display in the instrument
cluster display:
Exhaust Filter Nearing Full Safely Drive at
Consistent Speeds to Clear
Exhaust Filter Full – Power Reduced See
Dealer
Exhaust System Service Required – See
Dealer
Exhaust System – Filter XX% Full Service
Required See Dealer
Exhaust System Regeneration in Process
Continue Driving
Exhaust System – Regeneration
Completed
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages
This engine meets all required diesel engine
emissions standards. To achieve these emis-
sions standards, your vehicle is equipped
with a state-of-the-art engine and exhaust
system. These systems are seamlessly inte -
grated into your vehicle and managed by the
Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The PCM
manages engine combustion to allow the
exhaust system’s catalyst to trap and burn
Particulate Matter (PM) pollutants, with no
input or interaction on your part.
Speedometer Stop/Start
Vehicle Info Audio
Driver Assist Messages
Fuel Economy Screen Setup
Trip
Gear Shift Indicator
(GSI)
WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you
park over materials that can burn. Such
materials might be grass or leaves coming
into contact with your exhaust system. Do
not park or operate your vehicle in areas
where your exhaust system can contact
anything that can burn.
CAUTION!
Always drive at a speed appropriate to the
traffic conditions, the weather and traffic
regulations. The engine may be switched
off even if the warning light is on: repeated
interruptions of the regeneration process
could cause an early deterioration of
engine oil. For this reason, it is always
advisable to wait for the symbol to go off
before turning off the engine, following the
instructions above. Do not complete the
DPF regeneration process when the vehicle
is stopped.
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