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Jeep Cherokee 2009 User Manual

Jeep Cherokee 2009
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Jeep Cherokee 2009 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandJeep
ModelCherokee 2009
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Warnings and Cautions

Vehicle Identification Number

Location and purpose of the Vehicle Identification Number.

Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

Warnings about modifying the vehicle and potential safety impacts.

Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle

A Word About Your Keys

Information about the vehicle's keys and their functions.

Sentry Key

Details on the Sentry Key Immobilizer System and its operation.

Security Alarm System — If Equipped

Explanation of the security alarm system, arming, and disarming.

Premium Security System — If Equipped

Features of the premium security system, including intrusion sensors.

Illuminated Entry System

How the interior lights activate upon door unlock or opening.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System for locking/unlocking doors and liftgate remotely.

Door Locks

Manual Door Locks

Instructions for operating manual door locks.

Power Door Locks

Using the power door lock switches to lock/unlock doors.

Automatic Door Locks

How the doors automatically lock when the vehicle reaches a certain speed.

Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit

Feature that automatically unlocks doors when exiting the vehicle.

Child-Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)

How to engage and disengage the rear door child safety locks.

Windows

Power Windows

Operation of power windows via the driver and passenger controls.

Auto Down Feature

Automatic lowering of driver's window with a single touch.

Auto Up Feature with Anti-Pinch Protection — If Equipped

Automatic closing of windows with anti-pinch safety feature.

Window Lockout Switch

Disabling or enabling window controls for passengers.

Liftgate

Occupant Restraints

Lap/Shoulder Belts

Information on the proper use and operation of lap/shoulder belts.

Seat Belt Pretensioners

How pretensioners remove slack from seat belts during a collision.

Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)

System warning the driver to buckle up.

Automatic Locking Mode — If Equipped

Automatic pre-locking of shoulder belts for child safety seats.

Energy Management Feature

Feature designed to reduce belt force on the occupant's chest.

Seat Belts and Pregnant Women

Recommendations for pregnant women using seat belts.

Driver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag

Explanation of front and side airbags as a supplement to seat belts.

Airbag System Components

How The Airbag System Works

Child Restraint

Infants And Small Children

Safety recommendations for restraining infants and small children.

Older Children and Child Restraints

Guidelines for restraining older children in forward-facing seats.

LATCH — Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)

Engine Break-In Recommendations

Safety Tips

Transporting Passengers

Warning against transporting passengers in unauthorized areas.

Lock Your Vehicle

Importance of locking the vehicle when unattended.

Exhaust Gas

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

Seat Belts

Periodic inspection of seat belt systems for cuts, frays, and proper function.

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

Tires

Checking tires for wear, damage, and proper inflation.

Lights

Verifying the operation of all exterior lights.

Door Latches

Checking door latches for positive closing and locking.

Fluid Leaks

Inspecting under the vehicle for any fluid leaks.

3 Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Information on inside day/night, automatic dimming, and outside mirrors.

Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) — If Equipped

Details on the UConnect system for voice-activated communication.

Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System

UConnect Tutorial

How to access a brief tutorial for system features.

Voice Training

Feature to improve voice recognition accuracy.

Voice Recognition (VR)

Tips for optimal performance of the voice recognition system.

Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad

Mute/Un-Mute (Mute Off)

Advanced Phone Connectivity

Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone

Moving calls between the phone and the UConnect system.

Connect or Disconnect Link Between the UConnect System and Cellular Phone

Managing the Bluetooth connection between phone and system.

List Paired Cellular Phone Names

How to view a list of paired cellular phones.

Voice Tree

Voice Tree – Phonebook

Voice Tree – Setup

Voice Commands

Seats

Manual Front Seat Adjustments

Adjusting front seats manually for position and comfort.

Power Seat — If Equipped

Head Restraints

Heated Seats — If Equipped

Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped

Programming The Memory Feature

Steps to store preferred seat, mirror, and radio settings.

Memory Position Recall

How to recall stored seat and mirror positions.

Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat Only)

To Open and Close the Hood

Lights

Exterior and Interior Lighting Control

Using the multifunction lever to control various lights.

Headlights and Parking Lights

Operation of parking lights and headlights.

Automatic Headlights — If Equipped

System that automatically turns headlights on/off based on ambient light.

Headlights with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)

Headlights activating automatically with wipers.

Headlight Time Delay — If Equipped

Feature to keep headlights on for a period after exiting the vehicle.

Lights-On Reminder

Chime alert when lights are left on with the driver's door open.

Fog Lights — If Equipped

How to activate the front fog lights.

Turn Signals

Operation of turn signals for lane changes and regular turns.

Windshield Wipers and Washers

Intermittent Wiper System

Using the intermittent wiper system for variable pause between cycles.

Tilt Steering Column

Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped

Electronic Speed Control Operation

How to activate, set, resume, and deactivate cruise control.

Rear Park Assist System — If Equipped

Rear Park Assist Sensors

Rear Park Assist Warning Display

System Usage Precautions

Power Sunroof — If Equipped

Sky Slider Full Length Open Roof

Sky Slider Usage Precautions

Important safety and operational precautions for the Sky Slider roof.

Power Top Control

Wind Buffeting

Sky Slider Maintenance

Electrical Power Outlet

Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off

Cupholders

Storage

Front Storage Compartment

Location of the front storage compartment.

Console Storage Compartment

Description of the center console's storage compartment.

Cargo Area Features

Cargo Load Floor

Features of the cargo load floor system, including storage bin.

Cargo Tie-Down Hooks and Loops

Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped

Rear Window Features

Rear Window Wiper/Washer — If Equipped

Operation of the rear window wiper and washer system.

Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped

5 Starting and Operating

Starting Procedures

Steps for safely starting the vehicle's engine.

Automatic Transmission

Shift Lock Manual Override — If Equipped

How to manually override the shift lock mechanism.

Brake/Transmission Interlock System

Overdrive Operation

Four-Wheel Drive Operation

MP3022 Selec-Trac II Transfer Case — If Equipped

Operating information for the Selec-Trac II transfer case.

On-Road Driving Tips

Off-Road Driving Tips

When To Use 4WD LOW Range

Situations where using 4WD LOW range is appropriate.

Parking Brake

Electronic Brake Control System

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

How ABS helps maintain vehicle control during braking.

Traction Control System (TCS)

System that monitors and reduces wheel spin.

Brake Assist System (BAS)

System that optimizes braking capability during emergency maneuvers.

Hill Start Assist (HSA)

Towing with HSA

How HSA assists during acceleration on an incline while towing.

Hill Descent Control (HDC) – If Equipped

Disabling HDC

How to disable the Hill Descent Control system.

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

ESP/TCS Indicator Light

Tires — General Information

Tire Pressure

Importance of proper tire inflation for safety and performance.

Alignment And Balance

Tire Chains

Tire Rotation Recommendations

Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) — If Equipped

Base System — If Equipped

How the base TPMS uses sensors to monitor tire pressure.

Fuel Requirements

Methanol

Ethanol

Adding Fuel

Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)

Location and proper use of the fuel filler cap.

Vehicle Loading

Certification Label

Information found on the vehicle certification label.

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

Maximum permissible weight of the vehicle including load.

Payload

Definition of payload as allowable load weight.

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

Loading

Curb Weight

Trailer Towing

Common Towing Definitions

Definitions of terms related to trailer towing.

Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)

Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

Tongue Weight (TW)

Frontal Area

Trailer Sway Control — Electronic

Trailer Hitch Classification

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights & Wiring

Towing Tips

Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission

Advice for automatic transmission use when towing.

CAUTION!

WARNING!

6 What to Do in Emergencies

Hazard Warning Flasher

How to activate and use the hazard warning flashers.

If Your Engine Overheats

Actions to take if the engine overheats.

Jacking and Tire Changing

Procedures for safely jacking the vehicle and changing a tire.

Jack Location

Spare Tire Stowage

Spare Tire Removal

Preparations For Jacking

Jacking Instructions

Jump–Starting

Tow Eyes

Towing a Disabled Vehicle

7 Maintaining Your Vehicle

Engine Compartment — 3.7L

Diagram and identification of engine compartment components.

Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II

Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message

Service Information

Service and Maintenance Cautions!

Service and Maintenance Warnings!

Replacement Parts

Maintenance Procedures

Engine Oil

Procedures for checking and changing engine oil.

Crankcase Emission Control System

Maintenance-Free Battery

Air Conditioner Maintenance

A/C Air Filter — If Equipped

Power Steering — Fluid Check

Driveline and Steering Component Lubrication

Body Lubrication

Windshield Wiper Blades

Windshield & Rear Window Washers

Exhaust System

Cooling System

Coolant Checks

How to check coolant levels and condition.

Cooling System — Drain, Flush, and Refill

Procedures for draining, flushing, and refilling the cooling system.

Adding Coolant

Cooling System Pressure Cap

Disposal of Used Coolant

Coolant Level

Hoses and Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses

Fuel System

Brake System

Brake and Power Steering System Hoses

Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check

Automatic Transmission

Fluid Level Check

How to check the automatic transmission fluid level.

Transfer Case

Fluid Level Check

How to check the transfer case fluid level.

Lubricant Selection

Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion

Recommendations for protecting the vehicle's body and paint from corrosion.

What Causes Corrosion?

Washing

CAUTION!

Special Care

Interior Care

Instrument Panel Cover

Cleaning the low-glare instrument panel cover.

Cleaning Interior Trim

How to clean interior trim materials.

Cleaning Leather Upholstery

Recommended methods for cleaning leather upholstery.

WARNING!

YES Essentials Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If Equipped

Cleaning Headlights

Glass Surfaces

Sky Slider Top Care

Protection

Optional fabric protectant application for the top.

CAUTION!

Caution regarding cleaning the top fabric.

Additional Cleaning Procedure

Steps for removing stubborn stains from the top fabric.

Weather Strip Care

FUSES (INTEGRATED POWER MODULE)

Replacement Light Bulbs

LIGHT BULBS — Interior

Bulb types and numbers for interior lights.

LIGHT BULBS — Exterior

Bulb types and numbers for exterior lights.

Bulb Replacement

Headlight

Step-by-step instructions for replacing headlight bulbs.

Front Turn Signal Light

How to replace front turn signal bulbs.

Front Fog Light

Instructions for replacing front fog light bulbs.

Side Repeater Light

Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal, Back-Up and Fog Lights

Vehicle Specifications

Fluid Capacities

Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts

Engine

Specifications for engine coolant, oil, spark plugs, and fuel selection.

Chassis

8 Maintenance Schedules

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — GASOLINE ENGINES

Recommended maintenance intervals for gasoline engines.

Severe Duty

Required Maintenance Intervals

9 If You Need Consumer Assistance

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE

Steps to take when seeking assistance from the manufacturer or dealer.

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