light JEEP CHEROKEE 2021 Owner handbook (in English)

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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Essential Information
Consult the Table of Contents to determine
which section contains the information you
desire.
Since the specification of your vehicle
depends on the items of equipment ordered,
certain descriptions and illustrations may
differ from your vehicle's equipment.
The detailed Index at the back of this
Owner's Manual contains a complete listing
of all subjects.
Symbols
Some vehicle components have colored
labels whose symbols indicate precautions to
be observed when using this component.
Refer to “Warning Lights and Messages” in
“Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel”
for further information on the symbols used
in your vehicle.
ROLLOVER WARNING
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher
rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
This vehicle has a higher ground clearance
and a higher center of gravity than many
passenger vehicles. It is capable of
performing better in a wide variety of off-road
applications. Driven in an unsafe manner, all
vehicles can go out of control. Because of the
higher center of gravity, if this vehicle is out
of control it may roll over when some other
vehicles may not.
Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneu-
vers, or other unsafe driving actions that can
cause loss of vehicle control. Failure to
operate this vehicle safely may result in a
collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe
or fatal injury. Drive carefully. Rollover Warning Label

Failure to use the driver and passenger seat
belts provided is a major cause of severe or
fatal injury. In a rollover crash, an unbelted
person is significantly more likely to die than a
person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.

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WELCOME FROM FCA
HOW TO FIND YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL
ONLINE ................................................... 1
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ..................... 2
Essential Information ........................ 2
Symbols .......................................... 2
ROLLOVER WARNING ................................ 2
IMPORTANT NOTICE ................................. 3
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ...................... 4
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .... 4
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS .................................................... 13
Key Fob ......................................... 13
IGNITION SWITCH .................................. 15
Ignition Node Module (IGNM) —
If Equipped.................................... 15 Keyless Enter-N-Go (Ignition) —
If Equipped.................................... 15
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED .......................................... 17
How To Use Remote Start ............... 17
To Enter Remote Start Mode............ 17
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM —
IF EQUIPPED ..........................................18
To Arm The System ....................... 18
To Disarm The System ................... 18
DOORS ................................................. 19
Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Passive Entry ................................ 19 Child-Protection Door Lock System —
Rear Doors .................................... 22
SEATS ..................................................22
Driver Memory Seat —
If Equipped ................................... 23 Heated Seats ................................. 24
Front Ventilated Seats —
If Equipped .................................. 25
HEAD RESTRAINTS ................................ 26
Reactive Head Restraints —
Front Seats .................................... 26 Rear Head Restraints...................... 27
STEERING WHEEL .................................. 28
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column ..... 28
Heated Steering Wheel —
If Equipped .................................. 28
MIRRORS .............................................29
Power Folding Mirrors —
If Equipped ................................... 29
EXTERIOR LIGHTS ..................................30
Multifunction Lever ........................30
Headlight Switch ............................30
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) —
If Equipped ....................................30 High/Low Beam Switch....................31
Automatic High Beam Headlamp
Control — If Equipped ...................31 Flash-To-Pass .................................31
Automatic Headlights —
If Equipped ...................................31 Parking Lights ................................31
Headlights On With Wipers (Available
With Automatic Headlights Only) ......31 Adaptive Bi-Xenon High Intensity
Discharge Headlights —
If Equipped ....................................32 Headlight Time Delay ......................32
Lights-On Reminder .......................32
Front And Rear Fog Lights —
If Equipped ....................................32 Turn Signals ...................................33
Automatic Headlight Leveling —
HID Headlights Only .......................33 Battery Saver ..................................33
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ..... 34
Windshield Wiper Operation............. 34
Rain Sensing Wipers —
If Equipped ................................... 35 Rear Window Wiper/Washer ............. 36
CLIMATE CONTROLS............................... 36
Automatic Climate Control
Overview ........................................ 37 Climate Control Functions ............... 45
Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) ................................ 45 Operating Tips ............................... 46
WINDOWS ............................................ 47
Power Window Controls ................... 47
Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch
Protection ..................................... 48 Window Lockout Switch .................. 48
POWER SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE —
IF EQUIPPED ......................................... 49
Opening Sunroof ............................ 49
Venting Sunroof.............................. 50
Closing Sunroof .............................. 50
Wind Buffeting .............................. 50
Opening Power Shade ..................... 50
Closing Power Shade....................... 51
Pinch Protect Feature ..................... 51
Sunroof Maintenance ...................... 51
Ignition Off Operation ..................... 51
HOOD ....................................................52
Opening The Hood ......................... 52
Closing The Hood ........................... 52
LIFTGATE...............................................53
Opening ........................................ 53
Closing .......................................... 53
Hands-Free Liftgate —
If Equipped .................................. 54
INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ........................... 55
Power Outlets ............................... 55
Power Inverter — If Equipped ........ 56
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED ....57
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED ...................... 58
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT
PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ............ 59
Instrument Cluster Display Location
And Controls .................................. 59 Oil Change Indicator System —
If Equipped .................................. 60 Gear Shift Indicator (GSI) —
If Equipped ................................... 60 Instrument Cluster Display Selectable
Items ............................................ 61 Diesel Displays .............................. 61
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Messages ..................................... 61 Fuel System Messages .................... 62
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ..........64
Red Warning Lights .........................64
Yellow Warning Lights .....................67
Yellow Indicator Lights ....................71
Green Indicator Lights .....................72
White Indicator Lights .....................73
Blue Indicator Lights .......................74
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM —
OBD II ..................................................74
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity..................................75
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES .................................76
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........76
Electronic Brake Control (EBC)
System .........................................77
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ................87
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —
If Equipped ....................................87 Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With
Mitigation — If Equipped ................90 Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)...............................93
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS
Key Fob
The key fob operates the ignition switch.
Insert the square end of the key fob into the
ignition switch located on the instrument
panel and rotate to the desired position. The
key fob also contains an emergency key,
which is stored in the rear of the key fob.Ignition Node Module Key Fob Your vehicle may be equipped with a keyless
ignition system. The ignition system consists
of a key fob with Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) and a START/STOP ignition button
system. The Remote Keyless Entry system
consists of a key fob and Keyless Enter-N-Go
feature (if equipped).
NOTE:
The key fob may not be found if it is located
next to a mobile phone, laptop, or other elec
-
tronic device; these devices may block the
key fob’s wireless signal.
The key fob allows you to lock or unlock the
doors and liftgate from distances up to
approximately 66 ft (20 m). The key fob
does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to
activate the system.
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. Keyless Ignition Key Fob
In case the ignition switch does not change
with the push of a button, the key fob may
have a low or fully depleted battery. A low key
fob battery can be verified by referring to the
instrument cluster, which will display direc -
tions to follow.
CAUTION!

The electrical components inside of the key
fob may be damaged if the key fob is
subjected to strong electrical shocks. In
order to ensure complete efficiency of the
electronic devices inside of the key fob,
avoid exposing the key fob to direct sunlight.

1 — Liftgate Button
2 — Unlock Button
3 — Lock Button
4 — Remote Start Button
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In this situation, a back up method can be
used to operate the ignition switch. Put the
nose side (side opposite of the emergency
key) of the key fob against the START/STOP
ignition button and push to operate the igni-
tion switch.
NOTE:
Improper disposal of key fob batteries may
be harmful to the environment. Please see an
authorized dealer for proper battery disposal.
To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
Push and release the unlock button on the
key fob once to unlock the driver's door or
twice within five seconds to unlock all doors
and the liftgate.
All doors can be programmed to unlock on
the first push of the unlock button. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” in the
Owner’s Manual for further information.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is unlocked using the interior
door panel, and no door is opened within 60
seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and if
equipped, the security alarm will arm. To
change the current setting, refer to "Ucon -
nect Settings" in "Multimedia" in the Owner’s
Manual for further information. This feature lets you program the system to
unlock either the driver's door or all doors on
the first push of the unlock button on the key
fob. To change the current setting, refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” in the
Owner’s Manual for further information.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry,
refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive
Entry” located in “Doors” in this chapter for
further information.To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
Push and release the lock button on the key
fob to lock all doors and liftgate.
The turn signal lights will flash and the horn
will chirp to acknowledge the signal. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” located in “Multi
-
media” in the Owner’s Manual for further
programmable information.
If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry,
refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive
Entry” located in “Doors” in this chapter for
further information. Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Passive Entry
If one or more doors are open, or the liftgate
is open, the doors will lock. The doors will
unlock again automatically if the key fob is
left inside the passenger compartment,
otherwise the doors will stay locked.
Request For Additional Key Fobs
NOTE:
Only key fobs that are programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start and
operate the vehicle. Once a key fob is
programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
programmed to any other vehicle.
WARNING!
Always remove the key fobs from the
vehicle and lock all doors when leaving
the vehicle unattended.

For vehicles equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go — Ignition, always remember to
place the ignition in the OFF mode.

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REMOTE STARTING
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
Push the remote start button on the key fob
twice within five seconds. Pushing the
remote start button a third time shuts the
engine off.

To drive the vehicle, push the START/STOP igni-
tion button to cycle the ignition to ON/RUN.

NOTE:
With remote start, the engine will only run
for 15 minutes (timeout) unless the igni -
tion is placed in the ON/RUN position.
The vehicle must be manually started with
the key fob after two consecutive time-
outs.
How To Use Remote Start
Push the remote start button on the key fob
twice within five seconds. Pushing the
remote start button a third time shuts the
engine off.
To drive the vehicle, push the unlock button,
insert the key in the ignition and turn to the
ON/RUN position. All of the following conditions must be met
before the engine will remote start:
Gear selector in PARK
Doors closed
Hood closed
Liftgate closed
Hazard switch off
Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not
pushed)
Battery at an acceptable charge level
Check engine light shall not be present
System not disabled from previous remote
start event
Vehicle alarm system indicator flashing
Ignition in STOP/OFF position
Fuel level meets minimum requirement
Vehicle security alarm is not signaling an
intrusion
To Enter Remote Start Mode
Push and release the remote start button on
the key fob twice within five seconds. The
vehicle doors will lock, the parking lights will
flash, and the horn will chirp twice (if
programmed). Then, the engine will start,
and the vehicle will remain in the Remote
Start mode for a 15 minute cycle.
NOTE:
If an engine fault is present or fuel level is
low, the vehicle will start and then shut
down in 10 seconds.
The park lamps will turn on and remain on
during Remote Start mode.
WARNING!
Do not start or run an engine in a closed
garage or confined area. Exhaust gas
contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is
odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide
is poisonous and can cause serious
injury or death when inhaled.
Keep key fobs away from children. Oper
-
ation of the Remote Start System,
windows, door locks or other controls
could cause serious injury or death.
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For security, power window and power
sunroof operation (if equipped) are
disabled when the vehicle is in the
Remote Start mode.
The engine can be started two consecutive
times with the key fob. However, the igni-
tion must be cycled by pushing the
START/STOP ignition button twice (or the
ignition switch must be placed in the ON/
RUN position) before you can repeat the
start sequence for a third cycle.

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM —
IF EQUIPPED

The vehicle security alarm monitors the
vehicle doors, hood, liftgate, and the Keyless
Enter-N-Go — Ignition for unauthorized
operation. While the vehicle security alarm is
armed, interior switches for door locks and
liftgate release are disabled. If something
triggers the alarm, the vehicle security alarm
will provide the following audible and visible
signals:
The horn will pulse.
The turn signals will flash.
The vehicle security light in the instru -
ment cluster will flash.
To Arm The System
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Secu -
rity Alarm:
1. Make sure the vehicle’s ignition is placed in the OFF position.
For vehicles equipped with Keyless
Entry, make sure the vehicle’s keyless
ignition system is OFF.
2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle:
Push the lock button on the interiorpower door lock switch with the driver and/or passenger door open.
Push the lock button on the exterior
Passive Entry Door Handle with a valid
key fob available in the same exterior
zone. Refer to "Doors" in this chapter for further information.
Push the lock button on the key fob.
3.
If any doors are open, close them.
To Disarm The System
The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed
using any of the following methods:
Push the unlock button on the key fob.
Grasp the passive entry door handle to
unlock the door; refer to "Doors" in this
chapter for further information.
Place the ignition in the OFF position to
disarm the system.
NOTE:
The driver's door key cylinder and the lift -
gate button on the key fob cannot arm or
disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed
during power liftgate entry. Pushing the
liftgate button will not disarm the Vehicle
Security Alarm. If someone enters the
vehicle through the liftgate and opens any
door, the alarm will sound.
When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed,
the interior power door lock switches will
not unlock the doors.
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The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to
protect your vehicle. However, you can create
conditions where the system will give you a
false alarm. If one of the previously
described arming sequences has occurred,
the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm, regard-
less of whether you are in the vehicle or not.
If you remain in the vehicle and open a door,
the alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm
the Vehicle Security Alarm.
If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and
the battery becomes disconnected, the
Vehicle Security Alarm will remain armed
when the battery is reconnected; the exterior
lights will flash, and the horn will sound. If
this occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security
Alarm.
DOORS
Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry
The Passive Entry system is an enhancement
to the vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry system
and a feature of Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Passive Entry. This feature allows you to lock
and unlock the vehicle’s door(s) and fuel
door without having to push the key fob lock
or unlock buttons. NOTE:
Passive Entry may be programmed on/off;
refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi
-
media” in the Owner’s Manual for further
information.
If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has
been raining/snowing on the Passive Entry
door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be
affected, resulting in a slower response
time.
If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entry
and no door is opened within 60 seconds,
the vehicle will re-lock and if equipped
will arm the security alarm.
The key fob may not be able to be detected
by the vehicle Passive Entry system if it is
located next to a mobile phone, laptop, or
other electronic device; these devices may
block the key fob's wireless signal and
prevent the Passive Entry handle from
locking/unlocking the vehicle.
Passive Entry activates illuminated
approach for the time set by the customer
(0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds), and flashes
the turn signal lights. Refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia in the Owner’s
Manual for further information. To Unlock From The Driver's Side
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft
(1.5 m) of the driver's door handle, grab the
front driver door handle to unlock the driver's
door automatically.
Grab The Door Handle To Unlock
NOTE:
If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is
programmed, all doors will unlock when you
grab hold of the front driver’s door handle.
For information on selecting between
“Unlock Driver Door 1st Press” and “Unlock
All Doors 1st Press,” refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” in the Owner’s
Manual for further information.
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Front Heated Seats — If Equipped
If your vehicle is equipped with front heated
seats, the control buttons are located within
the Uconnect system. You can gain access to
the control buttons through the climate
screen or the controls screen.
Press the heated seat button once to
turn the HI setting on.
Press the heated seat button a second
time to turn the LO setting on.
Press the heated seat button a third
time to turn the heating elements off.
The level of heat selected will stay on until
changed by the operator.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the heated
seats to operate.
Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start

On models that are equipped with remote start,
the driver’s heated seat can be programmed to
come on during a remote start.
This feature can be programmed through the
Uconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings”
in “Multimedia” in the Owner's Manual.

Rear Heated Seats — If Equipped
On some models, the two outboard rear seats
are equipped with heated seats. The heated
seat switches for these seats are located on
the rear of the center console.
There are two heated seat switches that allow
the rear passengers to operate the seats
independently. Amber indicator lights in
each switch indicate the level of heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for HI,
one for LO and none for off.
Push the heated seat button once to
turn the HI setting on.
Push the heated seat button a second
time to turn the LO setting on.
Push the heated seat button a third
time to turn the heating elements off.
NOTE:
Once a heat setting is selected, heat will
be felt within two to five minutes.
The engine must be running for the heated
seats to operate.
When the HI-level setting is selected, the
heater will provide a boosted heat level
during the first four minutes of operation.
Then, the heat output will drop to the normal
HI-level. The level of heat selected will stay
on until changed by the operator.
Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped
If your vehicle is equipped with ventilated
seats, the seat cushion and seat back will
have fans that draw the air from the
passenger compartment and move air
through fine perforations in the seat cover to
WARNING!
Persons who are unable to feel pain to
the skin because of advanced age,
chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord
injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-
tion or other physical condition must
exercise care when using the seat heater.
It may cause burns even at low tempera-
tures, especially if used for long periods
of time.
Do not place anything on the seat or
seatback that insulates against heat,
such as a blanket or cushion. This may
cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting
in a seat that has been overheated could
cause serious burns due to the increased
surface temperature of the seat.
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EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Multifunction Lever
The multifunction lever controls the opera-
tion of the turn signals, headlight beam
selection and passing lights. The multifunc -
tion lever is located on the left side of the
steering column.
Multifunction Lever
Headlight Switch
Headlight Switch

The headlight switch is located on the right
side of the instrument panel. This switch
controls the operation of the headlights,
parking lights, automatic headlights (if
equipped), instrument panel light dimming,
ambient light dimming (if equipped), interior
lights, and front and rear fog lights (if
equipped).
From the O (off) position, rotating the head
-
light switch counterclockwise to the first
detent will turn on the vehicle’s parking
lights. This feature will allow one side of the
vehicle parking lights to illuminate when the
vehicle is locked depending on the position
of the multifunction lever. Rotate the head -
light switch clockwise from the O (off) posi -
tion to the first detent for headlight and
instrument panel light operation.Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — If
Equipped
The Daytime Running Lights will turn on
when the engine is started and remain on
unless the headlamps are turned on, the
parking brake is applied, or the ignition is
placed in the OFF position.
NOTE:
If allowed by law in the country in which the
vehicle was purchased, the Daytime Running
Lights can be turned on and off using the
Uconnect system.
Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi -
media” in the Owner’s Manual for further
information.1 — Instrument Panel Dimmer Control
2 — Ambient Light Dimmer Control
3 — Headlight Control Switch
4 — Front Fog Lights
5 — Rear Fog Lights
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