wheel JEEP COMMANDER 2008 1.G Repair Manual

NOTE:Tire should be stowed with the ªbeautyº side
up. Storing the tire upside down may result in scratching
or damage to the wheel face. Continue winching up the
tire until you hear the winch ªratchetº three times.
Double check to ensure the tire is snug against the
underbody of the vehicle. Damage to the winch cable
may result if the vehicle is driven with the tire loose.
WARNING!
Do not use power tools to winch the tire up or down.
Impact type tools may damage the winch mechanism.
12. Reinstall the rubber plug into the floor of the cargo
area.
JUMP STARTING
If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may
be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the
battery in another vehicle. This type of start can be
dangerous if done improperly, so follow this procedure
carefully.
374 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

WARNING!
Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks.
Tow straps and chains may break, causing serious
injury.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
2WD Models Only
Provided the transmission is operable, tow only in N
(Neutral) at speeds not exceeding 30 mph (48 km/h), for
distances of not more than 15 miles (24 km). Towing at
more than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for more than 15 miles(24 km) can cause severe transmission damage. If the
transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be
towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 15
miles (24 km), remove the driveshaft or tow with all four
wheelsOFFthe ground. Acceptable methods are to tow
the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle
raised and the other end on a towing dolly.
4WD Models Only
The manufacturer recommends towing with all four
wheelsOFFthe ground. Acceptable methods are to tow
the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle
raised and the other end on a towing dolly.
378 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

CAUTION!
²Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials
such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will
scratch metal and painted surfaces.
²Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi (8 274
kPa) can result in damage or removal of paint and
decals.
Special Care
²
If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive
near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once
a month.
²It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges
of the doors, rocker panels and tailgate must be kept
clear and open.
²If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint,
touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is
considered the responsibility of the owner.
²If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or
similar cause which destroys the paint and protective
coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible.
The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibil-
ity of the owner.
²If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., assure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
²If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
²Use MopartTouch Up Paint on scratches or chips as
soon as possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up
paint to match the color of your vehicle.
416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Wheel and Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a
mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove
heavy soil, use MopartWheel Cleaner or select a non-
abrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring pads,
steel wool, a bristle brush or metal polishes. Only Mo-
partcleaners are recommended. Do not use oven cleaner.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or
harsh brushes that may damage the wheels' protective
finish.
Interior Care
Use MopartTotal Clean to clean fabric upholstery and
carpeting.
Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp
cloth, a damp cloth with MopartTotal Clean, thenMopartSpot & Stain Remover if absolutely necessary. Do
not use harsh cleaners or Armorall. Use MopartTotal
Clean to clean vinyl upholstery.
Leather Seat Care & Cleaning
MopartTotal Clean is specifically recommended for
leather upholstery.
Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular
cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt
can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery
and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth
and MopartTotal Clean. Care should be taken to avoid
soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please
do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter-
gents, or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather
upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is not
required to maintain the original condition.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417
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Front Turn Signal
1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the left or right.
2. Reach into the front wheel house ahead of the front
wheel to unsnap and lift the cover over the access hole in
the front of the wheel house splash shield. Access to the
bulb can be gained through the wheel liner hole.3. Reach through the access hole to access the park/turn
signal bulb socket on the bottom of the front lamp unit
housing.
1 Ð Low Beam Bulb
2 Ð High Beam Bulb
3 Ð Front Park/Turn Signal Bulb 430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

4. Turn the socket on the bottom of the front lamp unit
housing 1/4 turn counter clockwise to unlock it.
5. Pull the socket and bulb straight out from the opening
in the housing.
6. Disconnect the electrical connector.
7. Pull the base of the bulb straight out of the socket.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
Front Fog Light
1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the left or right.
2. Reach into the front wheel house ahead of the front
wheel to unsnap and lift the cover over the access hole in
the front of the wheel house splash shield. Access to the
bulb can be gained through the wheel liner hole.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431
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Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by law.WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 455
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Folding Rear Seat..................... 113,117
Four Wheel Drive....................... 290
Operation........................... 290
Systems............................. 290
Four Wheel Drive Operation................ 290
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 366
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 289
Front Axle (Differential)................... 410
Front Heated Seats....................... 111
Fuel................................. 333
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................... 341
Gasoline............................ 333
Gauge.............................. 194
Hoses.............................. 407
Materials Added....................... 336
Octane Rating......................333,334
Requirements......................... 435
System Hoses......................... 407
Tank Capacity........................ 435Fuel, Flexible.............See Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Fuel System Caution................336,342,343
Fuses................................ 419
Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) ........... 159
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............341,343,386
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 333
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 334
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends................ 335
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 191
Fuel................................ 194
Speedometer......................... 187
Tachometer.......................... 189
Gear Ranges........................... 283
General Information...............20,26,108,333
Glass Cleaning.......................... 418
Gross Axle Weight Rating.................. 347
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 346
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Battery Saver......................... 125
Brake Assist Warning.................152,193
Brake Warning........................ 187
Bulb Replacement...................... 428
Center Mounted Stop................... 434
Courtesy/Reading..................... 130
Cruise.............................. 193
Daytime Running...................... 128
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............124,129
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator........................152,189,193
Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 194
Fog ..........................128,194,431
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator............... 193
Fuses............................... 419
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 366
Headlight Switch...................... 125
Headlights........................... 428
Headlights On With Wipers............... 126High Beam Indicator.................... 187
Illuminated Entry....................... 21
Instrument Cluster..................125,127
Interior..........................127,130
Lights On Reminder.................... 128
Low Fuel............................ 195
LowTire ............................ 190
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 187
Oil Pressure.......................... 189
Passing............................. 129
Reading............................. 130
Rear Servicing........................ 432
Rear Tail............................ 432
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 193
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............. 189
Service.............................. 428
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 187
Side Marker.......................... 432
SmartBeams.......................... 126
INDEX 467
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Remote.............................. 26
Steering
Power...........................305,398
Tilt Column.......................... 134
Wheel, Tilt........................... 134
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls.............................. 254
Storage............................... 426
Storage, Vehicle......................270,426
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 426
Sun Roof.............................. 165
Sun Visor Extension....................... 81
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 48
Sway Control, Trailer..................... 147
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 391
System, Navigation...................... 242
System, Remote Starting.................... 26
Tachometer............................ 189Telescoping Steering Column............... 134
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 260
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......... 191
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 64
Tilt Steering Column..................... 134
Time Delay, Headlight.................... 129
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 311
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 310
Tire Markings.......................... 306
Tire Safety Information.................... 306
Tires ............................72,315,454
Air Pressure.......................... 316
Alignment and Balance.................. 321
Chains.............................. 322
Changing............................ 368
General Information.................... 315
High Speed.......................... 318
Inflation Pressures..................... 316
Jacking............................. 368
474 INDEX