Index JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2005 WK / 3.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTIONPAGE
1INTRODUCTION.............................................................3
2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..............................9
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE..............................67
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...................................159
5STARTING AND OPERATING.................................................227
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES..............................................295
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...............................................307
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES..................................................361
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE.........................................383
10INDEX....................................................................391
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NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored
in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with
the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be
aware of all safety warnings.
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained
technicians and genuine Moparparts, and is interested
in your satisfaction.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition,
certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod-
ucts of component wear contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the table of contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
The detailed index, at the rear of the manual, contains a
complete listing of all subjects.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This manual containsWARNINGSagainst operating
procedures which could result in an accident or bodily
injury. It also containsCAUTIONSagainst procedures
which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do
not read this entire manual you may miss important
information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.
6 INTRODUCTION

CAUTION!
This CD player will accept 4 3/4 inch (12 cm) discs
only. The use of other sized discs may damage the
CD player mechanism.
You may eject a disc with the radio OFF.
If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio
ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and
begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will
show the disc number, the track number, and index time
in minutes and seconds. Play will begin at the start of
track 1.
SEEK Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play)
Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next
selection on the CD. Press the left side of the button to
return to the beginning of the current selection, or returnto the beginning of the previous selection if the CD is
within the first 10 seconds of the current selection.
MUTE Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play)
Press the MUTE button to cancel the sound from the
speakers.MUTEwill be displayed. Press the MUTE
button a second time and the sound from the speakers
will return. Rotating the volume control, turning the
radio ON/OFF, or turning OFF the ignition will also
return the sound from the speakers.
SCAN Button (CD MODE for CD Audio Play)
Press the Scan button to scan through each track on the
CD currently playing.
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

EXAMPLE:
Service Description:
95= Load Index
—A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry.
H= Speed Symbol
—A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding
to its load index under certain operating conditions.
—The maximum speed corresponding to the Speed Symbol should only be achieved un-
der specified operating conditions. (ie. tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions and
posted speed limits).
Load Identification:
....blank....= Absence of any text on sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) Tire
Extra Load (XL)= Extra Load (or Reinforced) Tire
Light Load= Light Load Tire
C,D,E= Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure
Maximum Load— Maximum Load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry.
Maximum Pressure—
Maximum Pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire.
STARTING AND OPERATING 257
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INDEX
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) System............165,246
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 156
Adjustable Pedals....................... 132
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 323
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 325
Air Conditioning........................ 213
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 217
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 326
Air Conditioning System.................. 213
Air Filter.............................. 323
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 264
Airbag................................ 37
Airbag Deployment....................... 49
Airbag Light.......................51,65,165
Airbag Maintenance....................... 51
Alarm..............................22,166
Alarm System........................... 22
Alignment and Balance................... 268
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 8Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 210
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................ 357
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 246
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 165
Anti-Theft System.....................22,166
Appearance Care........................ 340
Auto Down Power Windows................ 26
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 73
Automatic Door Locks..................... 17
Automatic Headlights..................... 113
Automatic Temperature Control............. 218
Automatic Transmission................233,336
Adding Fluid......................... 338
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 336
Fluid Level Check...................... 337
Fluid Type........................... 336
Special Additives...................... 339
Torque Converter...................... 238
Autostick............................. 235
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Auxiliary Electrical Outlet.................. 148
Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 148
Battery............................... 324
Emergency Starting..................... 303
Keyless Transmitter Replacement............ 21
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 112
Belts, Drive............................ 320
Belts, Seat.............................. 28
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 327
B-Pillar Location........................ 259
Brake System........................... 334
Anti-Lock........................... 246
Hoses.............................. 335
Master Cylinder....................... 335
Parking............................. 244
Trailer Towing........................ 284
Warning Light........................ 164
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 234Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 63
Bulb Replacement.....................350,351
Calibration, Compass..................... 182
Capacities, Fluid........................ 357
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 281
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 331
Car Washes............................ 341
Carbon Monoxide Warning............64,140,280
Cargo Area Cover....................... 151
Cargo Area Features...................... 150
Cargo Compartment...................... 150
Light............................... 150
Luggage Carrier....................... 157
Cargo Light............................ 150
Cargo Load Floor........................ 154
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 153
Carpeting............................. 343
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Catalytic Converter...................... 321
Caution, Exhaust Gas..................... 140
CD Player..........................186,200
Cellular Phone.......................... 76
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 356
Chains, Tire............................ 275
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 298
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 256
Checks, Safety........................... 65
Child Restraint....................53,54,59,61
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............58,59
Child Safety Locks........................ 16
Climate Control......................... 213
Clock................................ 188
Compact Disc Maintenance................. 212
Compass...........................178,182
Compass Calibration..................... 182
Compass Variance....................... 183
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 178Console, Overhead....................... 137
Contract, Service........................ 386
Converter, Catalytic...................... 321
Cooling System......................... 329
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 331
Coolant Capacity...................... 357
Coolant Level......................... 332
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 332
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 330
Inspection........................... 329
Points to Remember.................... 333
Pressure Cap......................... 331
Radiator Cap......................... 331
Selection of Coolant..................330,357
Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 323
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 134
Cruise Light........................... 169
Cup Holder............................ 149
Customer Assistance..................... 384
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Data Recorder, Event...................... 51
Daytime Running Lights................... 115
Dealer Service.......................... 316
Defroster, Rear Window................... 214
Defroster, Windshield................65,215,222
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 313
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 116
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 337
Oil (Engine).......................... 316
Power Steering........................ 326
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 306
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 320
Used Engine Fluids..................... 320
Door Locks............................. 15
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 17
Door Opener, Garage..................... 138
Doors................................. 15Drive Belts............................ 320
Driving............................... 249
Off-Pavement......................... 250
Off-Road............................ 250
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 75
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary................. 148
Electronic Speed Control................... 134
Electronic Stability Program................ 124
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 170
Electronic Vehicle Information Center.......168,171
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 238
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 296
Jacking............................. 298
Jump Starting......................... 303
Tow Hooks.......................... 305
Emission Control System Maintenance......314,362
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Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 323
Block Heater......................... 232
Break-In Recommendations................ 63
Compartment......................... 311
Cooling............................. 329
Exhaust Gas Caution..................64,280
Fails to Start.......................... 231
Flooded, Starting...................... 231
Fuel Requirements..................277,357
Jump Starting......................... 303
Oil ..............................316,357
Oil Change Interval.................... 317
Oil Disposal.......................... 320
Oil Filter............................ 320
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 320
Oil Selection.......................... 357
Overheating.......................... 297
Starting............................. 230Temperature Gauge..................... 167
Engine Oil Viscosity...................... 319
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart................. 319
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 50
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 15
Event Data Recorder...................... 51
Exhaust Gas Caution...................64,280
Exhaust System......................... 328
Exterior Finish Care...................... 341
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 323
Engine Fuel.......................... 323
Engine Oil........................... 320
Finish Care............................ 341
Flashers.............................. 296
Hazard Warning....................... 296
Turn Signal.....................164,353,355
Flipper Glass, Tailgate..................... 24
396 INDEX