Jeep CHEROKEE 2021

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 369

3.2L ENGINE

1 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 — Battery

2 — Oil Filter Access Cover 7 — Engine Coolant Reservoir

3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick

4 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 9 — Engine Oil Fill

5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir Cap

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Table of Contents3
Introduction10
Symbols Key11
Rollover Warning11
Warnings and Cautions12
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations12
Symbol Glossary12
Getting to Know Your Vehicle16
Keys16
- Key Fob16
Sentry Key19
Ignition Switch20
- Ignition Node Module (IGNM) - if Equipped20
- Keyless Enter-N-Go - Ignition21
- (If Equipped)21
Remote Start - if Equipped22
- How to Use Remote Start23
- Remote Start Cancel Message24
- To Exit Remote Start Mode24
- Remote Start Front Defrost Activation24
- If Equipped24
- Remote Start Comfort Systems24
- Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer Activation - if Equipped25
Vehicle Security System - if Equipped25
- To Arm the System25
- To Disarm the System26
- Rearming of the System26
- Security System Manual Override26
Doors26
- Manual Door Locks26
- Power Door Locks27
- Keyless Enter-N-Go - Passive Entry28
- Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit30
- Automatic Door Locks - if Equipped30
- Child-Protection Door Lock System31
- Rear Doors31
Driver Memory Settings - if Equipped31
- Programming the Memory Feature32
- Linking and Unlinking the Key Fob to32
- Memory32
- Memory Position Recall33
Seats33
- Manual Adjustment33
- (Front Seats) - if Equipped33
- Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats)35
- Power Adjustment (Front Seats)37
- If Equipped37
- Heated Seats - if Equipped39
- Front Ventilated Seats - if Equipped40
Head Restraints40
- Reactive Head Restraints - Front Seats40
- Rear Head Restraints41
Steering Wheel42
- Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column42
- Heated Steering Wheel - if Equipped43
Uconnect Voice Recognition44
- Introducing Voice Recognition44
- Basic Voice Commands44
- Get Started44
- Additional Information45
Mirrors45
- Inside Rearview Mirror45
- Outside Mirrors46
- Heated Mirrors - if Equipped47
- Illuminated Vanity Mirrors47
Exterior Lights47
- Multifunction Lever47
- Headlight Switch48
- Daytime Running Lights (Drls) - if Equipped48
- High/Low Beam Switch49
- Automatic High Beam Headlamp49
- Control - if Equipped49
- Flash-To-Pass49
- Automatic Headlights - if Equipped49
- Parking Lights49
- Automatic Headlights with50
- Wipers - if Equipped50
- Headlight Time Delay50
- Lights-On Reminder50
- Fog Lights - if Equipped50
- Turn Signals51
- Lane Change Assist - if Equipped51
- Battery Saver51
Interior Lights51
- Interior Courtesy Lights52
Windshield Wipers and Washers53
- Windshield Wiper Operation54
- Rain Sensing Wipers - if Equipped55
- Rear Window Wiper/Washer56
- Windshield Wiper De-Icer - if Equipped56
Climate Controls57
- Automatic Climate Control Descriptions57
- And Functions60
- Manual Climate Control Descriptions and Functions60
- Manual Climate Controls with62
- A Touchscreen62
- Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - if Equipped65
- Climate Voice Commands66
- Operating Tips66
Windows68
- Power Window Controls68
- Automatic Window Features68
- Reset Auto-Up69
- Window Lockout Switch69
- Wind Buffeting69
Power Sunroof with Power Shade - if70
Equipped70
- Opening and Closing the Sunroof70
- Opening and Closing the Power Shade71
- Pinch Protect Feature72
- Venting Sunroof72
- Ignition off Operation72
- Sunroof Maintenance72
Hood73
- Opening the Hood73
- Closing the Hood73
Liftgate73
- To Unlock/Open the Liftgate73
- To Lock/Close the Liftgate75
- Hands-Free Liftgate - if Equipped75
- Cargo Area Features76
Universal Garage Door Opener78
(Homelink®) - if Equipped78
- Before You Begin Programming78
- Homelink78
- Erasing All the Home Link Channels78
- Identifying Whether You Have a Rolling79
- Code or Non-Rolling Code Device79
- Programming Homelink® to a Garage Door Opener79
- Programming Homelink® to a79
- Miscellaneous Device80
- Button80
- Canadian/Gate Operator Programming80
- Reprogramming a Single Homelink81
Interior Storage and Equipment81
- Storage81
- Sun Visors83
- AUX/USB Control - if Equipped83
- Power Outlets84
- Power Inverter - if Equipped85
Roof Luggage Rack - if Equipped86
Getting to Know Your Instrument Panel87
Instrument Cluster87
- Instrument Cluster Descriptions89
Instrument Cluster Display90
- Instrument Cluster Display Location and Controls90
- Oil Life Reset - if Equipped91
- Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items92
- Instrument Cluster Display Selectable Items97
- Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message - Electrical Load Reduction Actions - if Equipped97
Warning Lights and Messages98
- Red Warning Lights99
- Yellow Warning Lights102
- Yellow Indicator Lights106
- Green Indicator Lights106
- White Indicator Lights107
- Blue Indicator Lights108
Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd II108
- Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity108
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance109
Programs109
Starting and Operating110
Starting the Engine110
- Normal Starting - Gasoline Engine110
- Extreme Cold Weather (below -20°F or −29°C)111
- Extended Park Starting111
- If Engine Fails to Start111
- After Starting111
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped111
Engine Break-In Recommendations112
Parking Brake112
- Electric Park Brake (EPB)112
Automatic Transmission116
- Key Ignition Park Interlock117
- Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) System117
- Nine-Speed Automatic Transmission117
- Gear Ranges118
Four-Wheel Drive Operation122
- 1-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) - if Equipped122
- 2-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) - if Equipped123
- Shift Positions123
- Shifting Procedures124
- Rear Electronic Locker (E-Locker) System - if Equipped124
Selec-Terrain126
- Description126
Power Steering127
Stop/Start System127
- Autostop Mode127
- Possible Reasons the Engine Does Not Autostop128
- To Start the Engine While in Autostop Mode128
- To Manually Turn off the Stop/Start System129
- To Manually Turn on the Stop/Start System129
- System Malfunction129
Cruise Control Systems - if Equipped130
- Cruise Control - if Equipped130
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)132
- If Equipped132
Parksense Front/Rear Park Assist System - if Equipped143
- Parksense Sensors144
- Parksense Display144
- Parksense Warning Display148
- Enabling and Disabling Parksense148
- Service the Parksense Park Assist System148
- Cleaning the Parksense System149
- Parksense System Usage Precautions149
- Side Distance Warning System150
Parksense Active Park Assist System - if Equipped152
- Enabling and Disabling the Parksense Active Park Assist System153
- Parallel/Perpendicular Parking Space Assistance Operation154
- Exiting the Parking Space156
Lanesense - if Equipped157
- Lanesense Operation157
- Turning Lanesense on or off157
- Lanesense Warning Message158
- Changing Lanesense Status161
Parkview Rear Back up Camera162
Refueling the Vehicle163
Vehicle Loading164
- Certification Label164
Trailer Towing165
- Common Towing Definitions166
- Trailer Hitch Classification168
- Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)169
- Trailer and Tongue Weight170
- Towing Requirements170
- Towing Tips173
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome)174
- Towing this Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle174
- Recreational Towing Front -Wheel Drive (Fwd) Models175
- Recreational Towing175
- Transfer Unit175
- Recreational Towing - 4X4 Models with 2-Speed Power Transfer Unit176
Driving Tips179
- On-Road Driving Tips179
- Off-Road Driving Tips179
Multimedia182
Uconnect Systems182
Cybersecurity182
Uconnect Settings183
- Customer Programmable Features183
Uconnect Introduction198
- System Overview198
- Drag & Drop Menu Bar200
- Safety and General Information200
Uconnect Modes201
- Steering Wheel Audio Controls201
- Radio Mode202
- Media Mode212
- Phone Mode215
Android Auto™ & Apple Carplay® - if Equipped228
- Android Auto228
- Apple Carplay231
If Equipped232
- Android Auto™ and Apple Carplay® Tips and Tricks233
- Is My Vehicle Connected233
- Introduction to Connected Vehicle Services234
- Getting Started with Connected Vehicle Services236
- Using Siriusxm Guardian238
- Manage M y Sirius XM Guardian Account254
CONNECTED SERVICES Faqs254
- Connected Services SOS Faqs254
- Connected Services Remote Door Lock/Unlock Faqs254
- Connected Services Roadside255
- Assistance Faqs255
- Connected Services Send & Go Faqs255
- Faqs255
- Connected Services Stolen Vehicle Assistance Faqs256
- Connected Services Remote Vehicle Start Faqs256
- Connected Services Remote257
- Horn & Lights Faqs257
- Connected Services Account Faqs257
- Data Collection & Privacy259
Off-Road Pages - if Equipped260
- Off-Road Pages Status Bar260
- Drivetrain261
- Pitch & Roll261
- Accessory Gauges261
- Selec-Terrain - if Equipped262
Radio Operation and Mobile Phones262
- Regulatory and Safety Information263
Safety Features264
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)264
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Warning Light265
- Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System265
Safety264
Auxiliary Driving Systems275
- Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)275
- If Equipped275
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with Mitigation - if Equipped279
- System (TPMS)281
Occupant Restraint Systems286
- Occupant Restraint Systems Features286
- Important Safety Precautions286
- Seat Belt Systems287
- Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)297
- Child Restraints311
- Transporting Pets326
Safety Tips326
- Transporting Passengers326
- Exhaust Gas326
- Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Vehicle327
- Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside the Vehicle328
In Case of Emergency329
Hazard Warning Flashers329
Assist and Sos Mirror - if Equipped329
Fuses333
- General Information333
- Underhood Fuses334
- Interior Fuses340
Jacking and Tire Changing341
- Preparations for Jacking341
- Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage342
- Jacking Instructions343
Tire Service Kit - if Equipped346
- Tire Service Kit Storage347
- Tire Service Kit Components and Operation347
- Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions348
- Sealinga Tire with Tire Service Kit350
Jump Starting353
- Preparations for Jump Start354
- Jump Starting Procedure354
Refueling in Emergency - if Equipped356
If Your Engine Overheats356
Gear Selector Override357
Freeing a Stuck Vehicle358
Towing a Disabled Vehicle359
- Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models360
- Transfer Unit361
- 4X4 Models with 2-Speed Power Transfer Unit361
- Recovery Strap - if Equipped361
Enhanced Accident Response362
System (Ears)362
Event Data Recorder (Edr)362
Bulb Replacement363
- Replacement Bulbs363
- Replacing Exterior Bulbs364
Servicing and Maintenance365
Scheduled Servicing365
- Maintenance Plan366
Engine Compartment369
- L Engine369
- L Engine370
- L Engine371
- Checking Oil Level372
- Adding Washer Fluid372
- Maintenance-Free Battery373
- Pressure Washing373
Dealer Service373
- Engine Oil374
- Engine Oil Filter374
- Engine Air Cleaner Filter375
- Accessory Drive Belt Inspection376
- Air Conditioner Maintenance377
- Body Lubrication379
- Windshield Wiper Blades380
- Exhaust System383
- Cooling System384
- Brake System388
- Automatic Transmission - if Equipped389
Tires390
- Tire Safety Information390
- Tires - General Information397
- Tire Types401
- Spare Tires - if Equipped402
- Wheel and Wheel Trim Care404
- Snow Traction Devices405
- Tire Rotation Recommendations407
Department of Transportation408
Uniform Tire Quality Grades408
- Treadwear408
- Traction Grades408
- Temperature Grades409
Storing the Vehicle409
Bodywork409
- Protection from Atmospheric Agents409
- Body and Underbody Maintenance410
- Preserving the Bodywork410
Interiors411
- Seats and Fabric Parts411
- Plastic and Coated Parts411
- Leather Surfaces412
- Glass Surfaces412
Technical Specifications413
Vehicle Identification Number413
Brake System413
Wheel and Tire Torque Specifications413
- Torque Specifications413
Fuel Requirements414
- L Engine415
- L and 3.2L Engines415
- Reformulated Gasoline415
- Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends415
- Do Not Use E-85 in Non-Flex Fuel416
- Vehicles416
- CNG and LP Fuel System Modifications416
- Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) in Gasoline416
- Materials Added to Fuel416
- Fuel System Cautions417
- Carbon Monoxide Warnings417
Fluid Capacities418
Engine Fluids and Lubricants419
Chassis Fluids and Lubricants421
Customer Assistance422
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle422
- Prepare for the Appointment422
- Preparea List422
- Be Reasonable with Requests422
If You Need Assistance422
- FCA US LLC Customer Center422
- FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center422
- Mexico423
- Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands423
- Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)423
- Service Contract423
Warranty Information424
Mopar® Parts424
Reporting Safety Defects424
- In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C424
- In Canada424
Publication Order Forms424
General Information425

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