towing JEEP COMMANDER 2006 1.G Owner's Guide

To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing.
•Do not idle the engine for prolonged periods during
very rough idle or malfunctioning operating condi-
tions.
•Do not allow vehicle to run out of fuel.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
Crankcase Emission Control System
Proper operation of this system depends on freedom
from sticking or plugging due to deposits. As vehicle
mileage builds up, the PCV valve and passages may
accumulate deposits. If a valve is not working properly,
replace it with a new valve. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
CLEAN THE OLD PCV VALVE!
Check ventilation hose for indication of damage or
plugging deposits. Replace if necessary.
Air Cleaner Filter
Under normal driving conditions, replace the air filter at
the intervals shown on “Maintenance Schedule A.” If,
however, you drive the vehicle frequently under dusty or
severe conditions, the filter element should be inspected
periodically and replaced if necessary at the intervals
shown on “Maintenance Schedule B.”
358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed inbold
typemust be done at the times or mileages specified to
assure the continued proper functioning of the emission
control system. These, and all other maintenance services
included in this manual, should be done to provide best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.
Inspection and service also should be done any time a
malfunction is suspected.
NOTE:Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis-
sion control devices and systems on your vehicle may be
performed by any automotive repair establishment or
individual using any automotive part which has been
certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of Califor-
nia, California Air Resources Board regulations.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
There are two maintenance schedules that show the
requiredservice for your vehicle.
First is ScheduleB. It is for vehicles that are operated
under the conditions that are listed below and at the
beginning of the schedule.
•Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C)
•Stop and go driving
•Excessive engine idling
•Driving in dusty conditions
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km)
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C)
•Trailer towing
•Heavy loading
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Schedule “B”
Follow this schedule if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions.
•Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C)
•Stop and go driving
•Excessive engine idling
•Driving in dusty conditions
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km)
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C)
•Trailer towing
•Heavy loading
•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service)
•Off-road or desert driving
•If equipped for and operated with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you, change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first, and follow the maintenance rec-
ommendations in “Maintenance Schedule B.”
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then flush and
replace your engine coolant every 102,000 miles (170 000
km) or 60 months, whichever comes first, and follow
“Schedule B” of the “Maintenance Schedules” section of
this manual.
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Defroster, Rear Window................... 233
Defroster, Windshield................ 71,234,241
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 348
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 126
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 373
Oil (Engine).......................... 352
Power Steering........................ 361
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 341
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 355
Used Engine Fluids..................... 355
Door Locks............................. 18
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 20
Door Opener, Garage..................... 152
Doors................................. 18
DriveBelts ............................ 355
Driving ............................... 275
Off-Pavement......................... 276Off-Road............................ 276
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 224
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 81
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)...... 162
Electronic Brake Control System............. 131
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 148
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 135
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 184
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . 183,186
Emergency, In Case of
FreeingVehicleWhenStuck ............... 263
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 330
Jacking............................. 332
Jump Starting......................... 338
Tow Hooks.......................... 340
Emission Control System Maintenance......349,392
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 358
INDEX 423
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Gear Ranges........................... 257
General Information.................... 24,303
Glass Cleaning.......................... 380
Gross Axle Weight Rating.................. 313
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 312
Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™).............. 82
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 330
Head Restraints......................... 107
Head Rests............................ 107
Headlights............................ 122
On With Wipers....................... 123
Heated Mirrors.......................... 80
Heated Seats........................... 108
Heater, Engine Block..................... 255
High Beam Indicator..................... 178
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 126
Hitches
TrailerTowing ........................ 314Holder,Cup ........................... 164
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 152
Hood Release.......................... 119
Hoses................................ 370
Identifying Your Engine................... 346
Ignition
Key ................................. 14
Illuminated Entry........................ 18
Infant Restraint........................ 58,59
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 290
Information Center, Vehicle................. 186
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 78
Instrument Cluster....................177,178
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 176
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 380
Integrated Power Module.................. 385
Interior Appearance Care.................. 379
Interior Fuses.......................... 381
426 INDEX

Recorder, Event Data...................... 56
Recreational Towing...................... 323
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)....... 324
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 326
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 306
Refrigerant............................ 361
Reminder, Lights On..................... 125
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 40
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 230
Replacement Bulbs....................... 387
Replacement Tires....................... 295
Reporting Safety Defects................... 415
Restraints, Child......................... 58
Restraints, Occupant...................... 32
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 263
Roof Type Carrier....................... 169
Rotation, Tires.......................... 304Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 70
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 71
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 415
Safety Information, Tire................... 281
Safety Tips............................. 69
Satellite Radio.......................223,226
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 229
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 392
Seat Belt Maintenance..................... 70
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 40
Seat Belts.............................. 33
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 37
And Pregnant Women................... 41
Child Restraint....................... 58,66
Extender............................. 41
Front Seat............................ 33
Inspection............................ 70
Maintenance........................ 70,381
Pretensioners.......................... 39
432 INDEX

Inflation Pressures..................... 290
Jacking............................. 332
LifeofTires .......................... 294
Load Capacity.....................285,286
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 297
Pressure Warning Light.................. 181
Quality Grading....................... 417
Radial.............................. 293
Replacement......................... 295
Rotation............................. 304
Safety............................ 71,281
Sizes ............................... 282
Spare Tire........................... 333
Spinning ............................ 293
Tread Wear Indicators................... 294
Wheel Mounting....................... 337
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 316
Torque Converter Clutch.................. 262
Tow Hooks, Emergency................... 340Tow/Haul Indicator Light................. 183
Towing ............................312,341
Disabled Vehicle....................... 341
Guide .............................. 315
Recreational.......................... 323
Weight .............................. 315
Traction Control......................... 133
Traction Control Light.................... 180
TrailerTowing .......................... 312
Cooling System Tips.................... 322
Hitches............................. 314
Minimum Requirements................. 317
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 316
Wiring .............................. 320
TrailerTowingGuide ..................... 315
TrailerWeight .......................... 315
Transfer Case........................... 375
Maintenance.......................... 375
INDEX 435
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