JEEP COMMANDER 2010 1.G Manual PDF

WARNING!
Improper installation of a child restraint to the
LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or
child restraint. The child could be badly injured or
killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly
when installing an infant or child restraint.
Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat
Belts
The passenger seat belts are equipped with either cinch-
ing latch plates or automatic locking retractors, which are
designed to keep the lap portion tight around the child
restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. If
the seat belt has a cinching latch plate, pulling up on the
shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will tighten the
belt. The cinching latch plate will keep the belt tight;
however, any seat belt system will loosen with time, so
check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary.If the seat belt has an automatic locking retractor, pull the
belt from the retractor until there is enough to allow you
to pass through the child restraint and slide the latch
plate into the buckle. Then, pull the belt until it is all
extracted from the retractor. Allow the belt to return to
the retractor, pulling on the excess webbing to tighten the
lap portion around the child restraint. Refer to “Auto-
matic Locking Mode” earlier in this section.
In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the
lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the
buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening
on the restraint. Disconnect the latch plate from the
buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt several times
to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the
release button facing out.
If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling and
pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, you may need
to do something more. Disconnect the latch plate from
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the buckle, turn the buckle around, and insert the latch
plate into the buckle again. If you still can’t make the
child restraint secure, try a different seating position.
To attach a child restraint tether strap:
Route the tether strap over the seatback and attach the
hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat.For the outboard seating positions, route the tether over
the head rests, and attach the hook to the tether anchor
located on the back of the seat.
WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind
the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether
strap.
Transporting Pets
Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision. Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in
pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
Tether Strap Mounting
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ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine in
your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
The recommended viscosity and quality grades are
shown in “Engine Oil”, under “Maintenance Procedures”
in section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT OR
STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED.A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered a normal part of the break-in and not inter-
preted as an indication of difficulty.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
WARNING!
•It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seri-
ously injured or killed.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat
belts.
•Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO)
follow these safety tips:Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined
areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or
out of the area.
If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine
running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force
outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open,
make sure that all windows are closed and the climate
control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT
use the recirculation mode.
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
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Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for six to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
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Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is
inoperable.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
the Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect the tread and sidewall for
cuts and cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
Check the tires (including spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or
brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be
located and corrected immediately.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
Mirrors .............................. 82
▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................ 82
▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . 82
▫ Outside Mirrors ...................... 83
▫ Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature .......... 83
▫ Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrors
— If Equipped ....................... 84
▫ Power Mirrors ....................... 84
▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ............ 84▫
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped . . . 85
▫ Sun Visor Extension — If Equipped ........ 85
 uconnect™ phone — If Equipped ........... 85
 Voice Recognition (VR) System — If Equipped . . 85
 Seats ............................... 85
▫ Front Manual Seat Adjustment ............ 86
▫ Front Seat Adjustment — Recline .......... 86
▫ Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment ....... 87
▫ Eight–Way Driver’s Power Seat ........... 88
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▫Four-Way Passenger’s Power Seat
— If Equipped ....................... 88
▫ Head Restraints ...................... 89
▫ Front Heated Seats — If Equipped ......... 90
▫ Rear Heated Seats — If Equipped .......... 91
▫ 40/20/40 Second Row Folding Seat ........ 93
▫ 50/50 Third Row Folding Seat
— If Equipped ....................... 97
 Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped ......... 98
▫ Setting Memory Positions And Linking
Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To
Memory ............................ 99
▫ Memory Position Recall ................ 100
▫ To Disable a RKE Transmitter Linked To
Memory ........................... 101 ▫
Easy Entry/Exit Seat .................. 102
 To Open And Close The Hood ............ 103
 Lights ............................. 104
▫ Multifunction Lever .................. 104
▫ Headlights And Parking Lights .......... 105
▫ Automatic Headlight System
— If Equipped ...................... 105
▫ Headlights On Automatically With Wipers . . 106
▫ Smartbeam™ — If Equipped ............ 106
▫ Automatic Headlight Leveling — HID
Headlights Only ..................... 107
▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped .... 108
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .............. 108
▫ Instrument Panel And Interior Lights ...... 109
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▫Battery Saver Feature — Exterior/Interior
Lights ............................ 110
▫ Lights-On Reminder .................. 110
▫ Turn Signals ........................ 110
▫ Lane Change Assist ....................111
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ................111
▫ Flash-To-Pass ........................111
▫ Headlight Off Delay ...................111
▫ Interior Lights .......................111
▫ Courtesy/Reading Lights ...............111
 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 112
▫ Windshield Wiper Operation ............ 113
▫ Windshield Washer Operation ........... 113▫
Mist ............................. 114
▫ Intermittent Wiper System .............. 114
▫ Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ....... 115
 Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .......... 117
 Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped .......... 117
 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..... 119
▫ To Activate ......................... 120
▫ To Set a Desired Speed ................ 120
▫ To Deactivate ....................... 121
▫ To Resume Speed .................... 121
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting .............. 121
▫ To Accelerate For Passing .............. 121
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Rear Park Assist — If Equipped ........... 122
▫ Rear Park Assist Sensors ............... 122
▫ Rear Park Assist Warning Display ........ 123
▫ Enable/Disable The Rear Park Assist ...... 124
▫ Service The Rear Park Assist ............ 125
▫ Cleaning The Rear Park Assist ........... 125
▫ System Usage Precautions .............. 125
 Rear Camera — If Equipped .............. 128
▫ Turning The Rear Camera On Or Off — With
Navigation Radio .................... 129
▫ Turning The Rear Camera On Or Off —
Without Navigation Radio .............. 130
 Overhead Console — If Equipped .......... 130
 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ........ 130▫
Programming HomeLink .............. 132
▫ Gate Operator/Canadian Programming .... 134
▫ Using HomeLink ................... 135
▫ Reprogramming A Single HomeLink
Button ............................ 135
▫ Security ........................... 135
▫ Troubleshooting Tips .................. 136
▫ General Information .................. 136
 Power Sunroof — If Equipped ............ 137
▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ............ 138
▫ Closing Sunroof — Express ............. 138
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ................. 138
▫ Pinch Protect Override ................ 138
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