maintenance JEEP CHEROKEE 2023 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................. 7
2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ..................................................................................13
3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ........................................................ 61
4 STARTING AND OPERATING .................................................................................................77 5 MULTIMEDIA ............................................................................................................................... 126
6 SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 143 7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ..................................................................................................... 189
8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................208
9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................ 253
10 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE ..................................................................................................... 258 11 INDEX ............................................................................................................................................. 263

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WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ........................... 43Windshield Wiper Operation....................................... 44
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped .......................... 44
Rear Window Wiper/Washer ..................................... 45
Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped ................... 45
CLIMATE CONTROLS ..........................................................45 Automatic Climate Control Descriptions And
Functions ..................................................................... 45
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped ................................................................. 48
Climate Voice Commands .......................................... 48
Operating Tips ............................................................ 48
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............................49 Storage ........................................................................ 49
AUX/USB Control ........................................................ 50
Power Outlets .............................................................. 51
Power Inverter — If Equipped .................................... 52
WINDOWS ...........................................................................53 Power Window Controls .............................................. 53
Automatic Window Features ..................................... 53
Reset Auto-Up.............................................................. 53
Window Lockout Switch.............................................. 54
Wind Buffeting ............................................................ 54
POWER SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE —
IF EQUIPPED ....................................................................... 54 Opening And Closing The Sunroof ............................. 55
Opening And Closing The Power Shade .................... 55
Pinch Protect Feature ................................................. 56
Venting Sunroof .......................................................... 56
Ignition Off Operation.................................................. 56
Sunroof Maintenance ................................................. 56
HOOD ...................................................................................56 Opening The Hood ...................................................... 56
Closing The Hood ........................................................ 57 LIFTGATE .............................................................................. 57
To Unlock/Open The Liftgate ......................................57
To Lock/Close The Liftgate ......................................... 58
Hands-Free Liftgate — If Equipped ............................ 58
Cargo Area Features ................................................... 59
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED .......................... 60
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ..................................................... 61 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ................................. 63
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY

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Instrument Cluster Display Location And Controls.... 63
Oil Life Reset — If Equipped

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Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items ................... 64
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable Items ............ 67
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message —
Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped .....67
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ................................ 68 Red Warning Lights ..................................................... 68
Yellow Warning Lights ................................................. 70
Yellow Indicator Lights ................................................ 73
Green Indicator Lights ................................................. 73
White Indicator Lights.................................................. 74
Blue Indicator Lights.................................................... 75
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ..................... 75 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ...............................................................75
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ........................................................................ 75
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ..................................................... 77 Normal Starting ........................................................... 77
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C) .... 77
Extended Park Starting ............................................... 77
If Engine Fails To Start ............................................... 78
After Starting................................................................ 78
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS........................ 78
PARKING BRAKE ................................................................ 78 Electric Park Brake (EPB) ........................................... 78
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ............................................ 81 Key Ignition Park Interlock.......................................... 81
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) System ... 81
9-Speed Automatic Transmission ............................. 81
Gear Ranges ................................................................ 82
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION .................................... 85 1-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) — If Equipped....... 85
2-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) — If Equipped....... 85
Shift Positions.............................................................. 86
Shifting Procedures ..................................................... 86
Rear Electronic Locker System — If Equipped........... 87
SELEC-TERRAIN .................................................................. 88 Description................................................................... 88
POWER STEERING ............................................................. 88
STOP/START SYSTEM........................................................ 89 Autostop Mode ............................................................ 89
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not Autostop .... 89
To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode ............ 89
To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start System............ 90
To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start System ............ 90
System Malfunction .................................................... 90

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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ..................................... 189
SOS AND ASSIST MIRROR ............................................. 189
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..................................... 191 Preparations For Jacking .......................................... 192
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage .......................... 192Jacking Instructions .................................................. 193
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ................................. 196 Tire Service Kit Storage ............................................ 196
Tire Service Kit Components And Operation ........... 196Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions ......................... 197Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit .......................... 198
JUMP STARTING ............................................................... 200 Preparations For Jump Start .................................... 200
Jump Starting Procedure .......................................... 201
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY – IF EQUIPPED ............... 202
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ....................................... 203
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE .......................................... 203
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ........................................... 204
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...................................... 205 Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models ............................. 206
4x4 Models With 1–Speed Power Transfer Unit..... 2064x4 Models With 2–Speed Power Transfer Unit..... 206Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped ..................... 206
Recovery Strap — If Equipped .................................. 207
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS) .. 207
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ..................................... 207
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................ 208 Maintenance Plan ..................................................... 209 ENGINE COMPARTMENT ................................................ 212
2.0L Engine .............................................................. 212
2.4L Engine .............................................................. 213
Checking Oil Level .................................................... 214
Adding Washer Fluid ................................................ 214
Maintenance-Free Battery ...................................... 214
Pressure Washing ..................................................... 215
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ................................................. 215 Engine Oil ................................................................. 215Engine Oil Filter ......................................................... 216Engine Air Cleaner Filter ........................................... 216Accessory Drive Belt Inspection............................... 217
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................................... 217Body Lubrication ....................................................... 219
Windshield Wiper Blades ........................................ 219
Exhaust System ....................................................... 222
Cooling System ......................................................... 222Brake System ........................................................... 225
Automatic Transmission........................................... 225Fuses ......................................................................... 226
Bulb Replacement ................................................... 233
TIRES ................................................................................ 235 Tire Safety Information ............................................. 235
Tires — General Information..................................... 241
Tire Types .................................................................. 244
Spare Tires — If Equipped ....................................... 244
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .................................... 245Snow Traction Devices ............................................ 246
Tire Rotation Recommendations ............................. 248
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES .................................................. 249 Treadwear ................................................................. 249Traction Grades ........................................................ 249Temperature Grades ................................................ 249 STORING THE VEHICLE ....................................................250
BODYWORK ......................................................................250
Protection From Atmospheric Agents ...................... 250
Body And Underbody Maintenance.......................... 250
Preserving The Bodywork ......................................... 250
INTERIORS ........................................................................ 251 Seats And Fabric Parts.............................................. 251Plastic And Coated Parts .......................................... 251
Leather Surfaces ....................................................... 252
Glass Surfaces .......................................................... 252
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ..................... 253
BRAKE SYSTEM ................................................................ 253
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS ...............253 Torque Specifications ............................................... 253
FUEL REQUIREMENTS......................................................254 2.0L Engine................................................................ 254
2.4L Engine................................................................ 254
Reformulated Gasoline ............................................. 254Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..................................... 254
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ............. 255
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications .................. 255Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
(MMT) In Gasoline ..................................................... 255Materials Added To Fuel ........................................... 255
Fuel System Cautions ............................................... 255
FLUID CAPACITIES............................................................256
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................................256
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ..............................257

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INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Jeep®. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality.
This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go places and perform tasks that are not intended for conventional passenger vehicles. It handles and maneuvers differently from many
passenger vehicles both on-road and off-road, so take time to become familiar with your vehicle. If equipped, the two-wheel drive version of this vehicle was designed for on-road use
only. It is not intended for off-road driving or use in other severe conditions suited for a four-wheel drive vehicle. Before you drive this vehicle, read the Owner’s Manual. Be sure you are
familiar with all vehicle controls, particularly those used for braking, steering, transmission, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle handles on different road surfaces. Your
driving skills will improve with experience. When driving off-road, or working the vehicle, don’t overload the vehicle or expect the vehicle to overcome the natural laws of physics. Always
observe federal, state, provincial and local laws wherever you drive. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or a collision
Úpage 123.
This Owner's Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is
supplemented by customer-oriented documents. Within this information, you will find a description of the services that FCA US LLC offers to its customers as well as the details of the
terms and conditions for maintaining its validity. Please take the time to read all of these publications carefully before driving your vehicle for the first time. Following the instructions,
recommendations, tips, and important warnings in this manual will help ensure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
This Owner’s Manual describes all versions of this vehicle. Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or versions are not expressly indicated in the text. Therefore, you should
only consider the information that is related to the trim level, engine, and version that you have purchased. Any content introduced throughout the Owner’s Information, which may or
may not be applicable to your vehicle, will be identified with the wording “If Equipped”. All data contained in this publication are intended to help you use your vehicle in the best possible
way. FCA US LLC aims at a constant improvement of the vehicles produced. For this reason, it reserves the right to make changes to the model described for technical and/or commercial
reasons. For further information, contact an authorized dealer.
When it comes to service, remember that authorized dealers know your Jeep® best, have factory-trained technicians, genuine Mopar® parts, and care about your satisfaction.
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56GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
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 obstruction
if this occurs.
NOTE:If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in Pinch
Protect reversals, Pinch Protect will disable and the
sunroof must be closed in Manual Mode.
VENTING SUNROOF
Push and release the Vent switch 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.
IGNITION OFF OPERATION
The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to
approximately 10 minutes after the ignition switch is
placed in the OFF position. Opening either front door will
cancel this feature.
NOTE:Ignition Off timing is programmable through the Uconnect
system Úpage 126.
SUNROOF MAINTENANCE
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel. Periodically check for and clear out any
debris that may have collected in the tracks.
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.

Hood Release

2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and pull the safety latch release lever forward (toward you). The safety
latch release lever is located behind the front edge of
the hood, slightly off-center to the right.

Hood Safety Latch Release Lever Location

NOTE:
 Vehicle must be at a stop and the gear selector must
be in PARK.
 While lifting the hood, use both hands.
 Before lifting the hood, check that the wiper arms are
not in motion and not in the lifted position.

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64GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
The instrument cluster display menu items may consist of
the following:
The system allows the driver to select information by pushing
the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel:

Instrument Cluster Display Control Buttons

Up And Down Arrow Buttons:
Using the up or down arrow button allows you to
cycle through the Main Menu Items.
Changes the Main Screen area and Menu Title area.
Left And Right Arrow Buttons:
Using the left or right arrow button allows you to
cycle through the submenu items of the Main menu item.
NOTE:
 Holding the up /down or left /right arrow
button will loop the user through the currently selected
menu or options presented on the screen.
 Upon returning to a main menu, the last submenu
screen viewed within that main menu will be displayed.
 OK Button
Push the OK button to access/select the information
screens or submenu screens of a main menu item. To
reset displayed/selected features push and hold the
OK button for two seconds.
OIL LIFE RESET — IF EQUIPPED
Use this QR code to access your digital
experience.
Your vehicle may be equipped with an
engine oil change indicator system.
The “Oil Change Required” message
will display in the instrument cluster
display for five seconds after a single
chime has sounded to indicate the next
scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change
indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the
engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent upon
your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you place the ignition in the ON/RUN position. To turn
off the message temporarily, push and release the OK
button. To reset the oil change indicator system (after
performing the scheduled maintenance), refer to the
following procedure. Oil Life Reset

1. Without pushing the brake pedal, place the ignition
in the ON/RUN mode (do not start the engine).

2. Navigate to “Oil Life” submenu in “Vehicle Info” in the instrument cluster display.
3. Push and hold the OK button until the gauge resets to
100%.
Secondary Method For Oil Change Reset Procedure

1. Without pushing the brake pedal, place the ignition in the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).

2. Fully press the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within ten seconds.
3. Without pushing the brake pedal, place the ignition in the OFF position.
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 DISPLAY MENU
I
TEMS
NOTE:The instrument cluster display menu items display in the
center of the instrument cluster. Menu items may vary
depending on your vehicle features.
1 — Left Arrow Button
2 — Up Arrow Button
3 — Right Arrow Button
4 — Down Arrow Button
5 — OK Button

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Service 4WD Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to signal a fault
with the Four-Wheel Drive system. If the light
stays on or comes on during driving, it means
that the Four-Wheel Drive system is not
functioning properly and that service is required. We
recommend you drive to the nearest service center and
have the vehicle serviced immediately.
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Light — If Equipped
This telltale will turn on to indicate a fault in the
Forward Collision Warning System. Contact an
local authorized dealer for service
Úpage 154.
Service Stop / Start System Warning Light
This telltale will turn on to indicate the Stop/
Start system is not functioning properly and
service is required. Contact an authorized
dealer for service.
Cruise Control Fault Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate the
Cruise Control System is not functioning
properly and service is required. Contact an
authorized dealer.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Warning Light
The warning light switches on and a message is
displayed to indicate that the tire pressure is
lower than the recommended value and/or
that slow pressure loss is occurring. In these
cases, optimal tire duration and fuel consumption may not
be guaranteed.
Should one or more tires be in the condition mentioned
previously, the display will show the indications
corresponding to each tire.
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be
checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation
pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. If your
vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated
on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for
those tires.
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been
equipped with a TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure
warning light when one or more of your tires is significantly
underinflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure
warning light illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper
pressure. Driving on a significantly underinflated tire
causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread
life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping
ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper
tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if underinflation has
not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS
low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS
malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not
operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the
system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent
vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When
the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may
not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as
intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of
reasons, including the installation of replacement or
alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the
TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS
malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or
wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or
alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to
function properly.
WARNING!

Do not continue driving with one or more flat tires as
handling may be compromised. Stop the vehicle, avoid
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ing sharp braking and steering. If a tire puncture occurs,
repair immediately using the dedicated tire repair kit and
contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light
This light will turn on when the Cruise Control
has been turned on, but not set Úpage 90.
BLUE INDICATOR LIGHTS
High Beam Indicator Light
This indicator light will illuminate to indicate
that the high beam headlights are on. With the
low beams activated, push the multifunction
lever forward (toward the front of the vehicle) to
turn on the high beams. Pull the multifunction lever
rearward (toward the rear of the vehicle) to turn off the
high beams. If the high beams are off, pull the lever toward
you for a temporary high beam on, “flash to pass”
scenario.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Onboard
Diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the
performance of the emissions, engine, and transmission
control systems. When these systems are operating
properly, your vehicle will provide excellent performance
and fuel economy, as well as engine emissions well within
current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). It will
also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Although
your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing,
see an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM
(OBD II) C
YBERSECURITY
Your vehicle is required to have an OBD II and a
connection port to allow access to information related to
the performance of your emissions controls. Authorized
service technicians may need to access this information to
assist with the diagnosis and service of your vehicle and
emissions system
Úpage 126.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an
inspection of your vehicle's emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and
Maintenance (I/M), this check verifies the
Malfunction Indicator Light is functioning and is
not on when the engine is running, and that the
OBD II system is ready for testing.
The OBD ll system may not be ready if your vehicle was
recently serviced, recently had a depleted battery or a
battery replacement. If the OBD ll system should be
determined not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail
the test.
CAUTION!
 Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further
damage to the emission control system. It could also
affect fuel economy and driveability. The vehicle
must be serviced before any emissions tests can be
performed.
 If the MIL is flashing while the vehicle is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
WARNING!
ONLY an authorized service technician should
connect equipment to the OBD II connection port in
order to read the VIN, diagnose, or service your
vehicle.
 If unauthorized equipment is connected to the OBD II
connection port, such as a driver-behavior tracking
device, it may:
 Be possible that vehicle systems, including
safety related systems, could be impaired or a
loss of vehicle control could occur that may
result in an accident involving serious injury or
death.
 Access, or allow others to access, information
stored in your vehicle systems, including
personal information.
WARNING!
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80STARTING AND OPERATING
If exceptional circumstances should make it necessary to
engage the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion,
maintain upward pressure on the EPB switch for as long as
engagement is desired. The Brake Warning Light will
illuminate, and a continuous chime will sound. The rear
stop lamps will also be illuminated automatically while the
vehicle remains in motion.
To disengage the parking brake while the vehicle is in
motion, release the EPB switch. If the vehicle is brought to
a complete stop using the parking brake, when the vehicle
reaches approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) the parking brake
will remain engaged.
In the unlikely event of a malfunction of the EPB system, a
yellow EPB Warning Light will illuminate. This may be
accompanied by the Brake Warning Light flashing. In this
event, urgent service of the EPB system is required. Do not
rely on the parking brake to hold the vehicle stationary.
Auto Park Brake
The EPB can be programmed to be applied automatically
whenever the vehicle is at a standstill and the automatic
transmission is placed in PARK, whenever the ignition is turned OFF. Auto Park Brake is enabled and disabled by
customer selection through the customer programmable
features
Úpage 132.
Any single Auto Park Brake application can be bypassed by
pushing the EPB switch to the release position while the
transmission is placed in PARK.
SafeHold
SafeHold is a safety feature of the EPB system that will
engage the parking brake automatically if the vehicle is
left unsecured while the ignition is in ON/RUN position.
The parking brake will automatically engage if all of the
following conditions are met:
 The vehicle is at a standstill.
 There is no attempt to press the brake pedal or accel -
erator pedal.
 The driver seat belt is unbuckled.
 The driver door is open.

SafeHold can be temporarily bypassed by pressing the
brake pedal and pushing the EPB Switch while the driver
door is open. Once manually bypassed, SafeHold will be
enabled again once the vehicle reaches 12 mph (20 km/h)
or the ignition is turned to the OFF position and back to ON
again.

Brake Maintenance Mode
We recommend having your brakes serviced by an
authorized dealer. You should only make repairs for which
you have the knowledge and the right equipment. You
should only enter Brake Maintenance mode during brake
service. When servicing your rear brakes, it may be necessary for
you or your technician to push the rear piston into the rear
caliper bore. With the EPB system, this can only be done
after retracting the EPB actuator. Fortunately, actuator
retraction can be done easily by entering the Brake
Maintenance mode through the Uconnect Settings in your
vehicle. This menu-based system will guide you through
the steps necessary to retract the EPB actuator in order to
perform rear brake service.
Maintenance mode has requirements that must be met in
order to be activated:

The vehicle must be at a standstill.
 The parking brake must be unapplied.
 The transmission must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
While in Maintenance Mode, the EPB Warning Light will
flash continuously while the ignition is ON.
When brake service work is complete, the following steps
must be followed to reset the parking brake system to
normal operation:
 Ensure the vehicle is at a standstill.
 Press the brake pedal with moderate force.
 Apply the EPB Switch.
WARNING!
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake engaged, or
repeated use of the parking brake to slow the vehicle,
may cause serious damage to the brake system. Be
sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before
driving; failure to do so can lead to brake failure and a
collision.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a motor
vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have
the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any
doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take
your vehicle to a competent mechanic.

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Display Warnings And Maintenance
“WIPE FRONT RADAR SENSOR IN FRONT OF
VEHICLE” WARNING
The “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
warning will display and a chime will sound when
conditions temporarily limit system performance.
This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, such as
in snow or heavy rain. The ACC system may also become
temporarily blinded due to obstructions, such as mud, dirt
or ice. In these cases, the instrument cluster display will
display this message and the system will deactivate.
This message can sometimes be displayed while driving in
highly reflective areas (i.e. ice and snow, or tunnels with
reflective tiles). The ACC system will recover after the
vehicle has left these areas. Under rare conditions, when
the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path
this warning may temporarily occur.
NOTE:If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
warning is active, Fixed Speed Cruise Control is still
available.
If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should
examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of
an obstruction. The sensor is located in the center of the
vehicle behind the lower grille.
To keep the ACC system operating properly, it is important
to note the following maintenance items:
Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the
sensor lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to
damage the sensor lens. 
Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so
could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and
require a sensor realignment.
 If the sensor or front end of the vehicle is damaged due
to a collision, see an authorized dealer for service.
 Do not attach or install any accessories near the
sensor, including transparent material or aftermarket
grilles. Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or
malfunction.
When the condition that deactivated the system is no
longer present, the system will return to the “Adaptive
Cruise Control Off” state and will resume function by
simply reactivating it.
NOTE:
 If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”
message occurs frequently (e.g. more than once on
every trip) without any snow, rain, mud, or other
obstruction, have the radar sensor realigned at an
authorized dealer.
 Installing a snow plow, front-end protector, an after -
market grille or modifying the grille is not recom -
mended. Doing so may block the sensor and inhibit
ACC/FCW operation.
“CLEAN FRONT WINDSHIELD” WARNING
The “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front
Windshield” warning will display, and a chime will sound
when conditions temporarily limit system performance.
This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, such as
in snow or heavy rain and fog. The ACC system may also
become temporarily blinded due to obstructions, such as
mud, dirt, or ice on windshield and fog on the inside of glass. In these cases, the instrument cluster display will
read “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front
Windshield” and the system will have degraded
performance.
This message can sometimes be displayed while driving in
adverse weather conditions. The ACC/FCW system will
recover after the vehicle has left these areas. Under rare
conditions, when the camera is not tracking any vehicles
or objects in its path this warning may temporarily occur.
If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should
examine the windshield and the camera located on the
back side of the inside rearview mirror. They may require
cleaning or removal of an obstruction.
When the condition that created limited functionality is no
longer present, the system will return to full functionality.
NOTE:If the “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front Wind
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shield” message occurs frequently (e.g. more than once
on every trip) without any snow, rain, mud, or other
obstruction, have the windshield and forward facing
camera inspected at an authorized dealer.
SERVICE ACC/FCW WARNING
If the system turns off, and the instrument cluster display
reads “ACC/FCW Unavailable Service Required” or
“Cruise/FCW Unavailable Service Required”, there may be
an internal system fault or a temporary malfunction that
limits ACC functionality. Although the vehicle is still
drivable under normal conditions, ACC will be temporarily
unavailable. If this occurs, try activating ACC again later,
following an ignition cycle. If the problem persists, see an
authorized dealer.
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