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Jeep 2016 CHEROKEE User Manual

Summary of 2016 CHEROKEE

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    Jeep.Com (u.S.) jeep.Ca (canada) download a free electronic copy of the owner’s manual and warranty booklet by visiting: www.Jeep.Com/en/owners/manuals or www.Jeep.Com/en/warranty (u.S.); www.Owners.Mopar.Ca/en (canada). 2016 cherokee user guide 16kl74-926-aa cherokee second edition user guide © 201...

  • Page 2: Driving and Alcohol:

    The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. Fca us llc strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take th...

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    Introduction/welcome welcome from fca us llc . . . . . . 3 controls at a glance driver cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . 8 getting started key fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 remote start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 vehicle security alarm ...

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    Maintaining your vehicle to open and close the hood . . . 193 engine compartment — 2.4l . . . 194 engine compartment — 3.2l . . . 196 fluid capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 flexible fuel (2.4l engine only) — if equipped . . . ...

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    Welcome from fca us llc congratulations on selecting your new fca us llc (“fca us”) vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new fca us vehicle has characteristics to enhance the dr...

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    Vehicles sold in canada with respect to any vehicles sold in canada, the name fca us llc shall be deemed to be deleted and the name fca canada inc. Used in substitution (excluding legal lines). Warning! • pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serio...

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    Rollover warning warning! • pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury. • always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accel...

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    Driver cockpit 1. Driver memory seat pg. 33 2. Headlight switch pg. 41 3. Turn signal/light lever pg. 40 4. Tachometer pg. 8 5. Electronic vehicle information center (evic) or driver information display (did) pg. 142 6. Speedometer pg. 8 7. Your vehicle’s sound system pg. 70 8. Switch panel • parkse...

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    10. Shift lever 11. Engine start/stop pg. 15 12. Electronic speed control pg. 43 13. Electronic vehicle information center (evic) or driver information display (did) controls pg. 142 14. Opening the hood pg. 193 15. Power mirror switch 16. Power windows 17. Power door locks controls at a glance 7.

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    Instrument cluster 1. Tachometer 2. Electronic vehicle information center (evic) or driver information display (did) 3. Speedometer (see page 163 for instrument cluster warning lights information.) controls at a glance 8.

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    4. Fuel gauge 5. Fuel filler door location 6. Temperature gauge (see page 170 for instrument cluster indicator lights information.) controls at a glance 9.

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    Key fob • this feature allows the driver to oper- ate the ignition switch with the push of a button as long as the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter is in the pas- senger compartment. • the keyless push button ignition has four operating positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate...

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    Locking and unlocking the doors/liftgate • push lock button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Push unlock button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and the liftgate. • all doors can be programmed to unlock on the first push the unlo...

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    Remote start • push remote start button on the key fob twice within five seconds. Pushing the remote start button a third time shuts the engine off. • to drive the vehicle, push unlock button, insert the key in the ignition and turn to the on/run position. • with remote start, the engine will only r...

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    Note: • the vehicle security alarm will not arm if you lock the doors with the manual door lock plungers. • once armed, the vehicle security alarm disables the unlock switch on the driver door trim panel and passenger door trim panel. To disarm the system: push the key fob unlock button or cycle the...

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    To lock the vehicle: • both front door handles have buttons located on the outside of the handle. With one of the vehicle’s keyless enter-n-go key fobs located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5m) of the driver's or passenger front door handle, push the door handle button to lock all four door...

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    Lock or unlock the liftgate • to lock the liftgate — with a valid passive entry rke transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the liftgate, push passive entry lock button located to the right of electronic liftgate handle. • to unlock/enter the liftgate — the liftgate passive entry unlock feature is built ...

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    Accessory positions with engine off note: the following functions are with the driver’s foot off the brake pedal (transmission in park or neutral position). Starting with the ignition switch in the off position: • push the engine start/stop button once to change the ignition switch to the acc positi...

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    Seat belt pretensioner • the front seat belt system is equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. • a deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately. Warning! • in a collision, you and your passenger...

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    Advanced front air bags • this vehicle has advanced front air bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The advanced front air bags will not deploy in every type of collision. • advanced front air bags are designed to provide additional protecti...

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    The ocs will not prevent deployment of the passenger advanced front air bag. The ocs may reduce the inflation rate of the passenger advanced front air bag if the ocs estimates that: • the front passenger seat is unoccupied or has very light objects on it; or • the front passenger seat is occupied by...

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    Lighter weight passengers (including small adults) when a lighter weight passenger, including a small adult, occupies the front passenger seat, the ocs may reduce the inflation rate of the passenger advanced front air bag. This does not mean that the ocs is working improperly. Do not decrease or inc...

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    The ocs determines the front passenger’s most probable classification. If an occupant in the front passenger seat is seated improperly, the occupant may provide an output signal to the ocs that is different from the occupant’s properly seated weight input, for example: the air bag warning light in t...

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    • do not add a secondary seat cover or mat. • at no time should any supplemental restraint system (srs) component or srs related component or fastener be modified or replaced with any part except those which are approved by fca us llc. Supplemental knee air bags this vehicle is equipped with a suppl...

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    Warning! • side air bags need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door or window. Sit upright in the center of the seat. • being too close to the side air bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed. • relying on the side air bags alone could lead to more severe inju...

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    Air bag warning light • the air bags must be ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. The occupant restraint controller (orc) monitors the internal circuits and intercon- necting wiring associated with air bag system electrical components. • the orc monitors the readiness of the electron...

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    Note: edr data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the edr under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.G., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine th...

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    Locating latch anchorages the lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the gap between the ...

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    Center seat latch the center seating position in this vehicle has a single dedicated anchorage. Use anchorages 3 and 4 to install a child seat in the center position. Do not use anchorages 2 and 3 to install a child seat. If you are installing three child restraints, you must use the seatbelt to ins...

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    Installing the child restraint using the vehicle seat belts the seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a switchable automatic locking retractor (alr) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint. Any seat belt system will loosen ...

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    3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the top tether anchorage and remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Warning! • in a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The fo...

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    Head restraints head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact. Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear. Warning! The head restraints for all occupants must be ...

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    Warning! • a loose head restraint thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could cause serious injury or death to occupants of the vehicle. Always securely stow removed head restraints in a location outside the occupant compartment. • all the head restraints must be reinstalled in the vehicle to p...

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    Front seats power seats — if equipped some models may be equipped with a power driver's seat. The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor. Use the switch to move the seat up, down, forward or rearward. Reclining the seatback forward or rearward the seatback can b...

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    Memory seat the memory seat feature allows you to save two different driver seating positions, driver's outside mirror, and radio station preset settings. The memory seat buttons are located on the driver's door panel. To set a memory position: 1. Cycle the vehicles ignition to the on position. 2. A...

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    Manual seat adjustments manual front seat forward/rearward adjustment on models equipped with manual seats, the adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor. While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once you have reach...

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    Manual seat height adjustment — if equipped the driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by using a lever, located on the outboard side of the seat. Pull upward on the lever to raise the seat height or push downward on the lever to lower the seat height. Rear seats 60/40 split folding rear seat...

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    Rear seat forward/rearward adjustment — if equipped lift up on the adjusting bar located at the front of the seat near the floor and release it when the seat is at the desired position. Then, using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched. ...

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    Heated/ventilated seats front heated seats if your vehicle is equipped with front heated seats, the control buttons are located within the uconnect system. You can gain access to the control buttons through the climate screen or the controls screen. • press the heated seat button once to turn the hi...

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    Front ventilated seats if your vehicle is equipped with ventilated seats, the seat cushion and seat back will have fans that draw the air from the passenger compartment and move air through fine perforations in the seat cover to help keep the driver and front passenger cooler in higher ambient tempe...

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    Vehicles equipped with remote start on models that are equipped with remote start, the heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on during a remote start through the uconnect system. Refer to “uconnect settings” in “understanding your instrument panel” in the owner’s manual on the dvd for furt...

  • Page 42: Caution!

    Engine break-in recommendations a long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) 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 crui...

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    Headlight switch automatic headlights/parking lights/headlights the headlight switch is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steer- ing wheel. • rotate the headlight switch to the first detent for parking lights and to the second detent for headlights. • with the parking lights or low ...

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    Ambient light dimmer • rotate the left dimmer control upward or downward to increase or decrease the brightness of the ambient light located in the overhead console, door handle lights, under i/p lights, door map pocket lights, and cubby bin lights. • rotate the left dimmer control to the extreme bo...

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    Electronic speed control the electronic speed control switches are located on the right side of the steering wheel. Cruise on/off • push the on/off button to acti- vate the electronic speed control. Cruise control ready will appear in the electronic vehicle information center (evic) or driver inform...

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    Metric speed (km/h) • pushing the set + button once will result in a 1 km/h increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 km/h. • if the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released, then the new set speed w...

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    Adaptive cruise control (acc) if your vehicle is equipped with adaptive cruise control the controls operate ex- actly the same as the electronic speed control with only a couple of differences. With this option you can set a specified distance you would like to maintain be- tween you and the vehicle...

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    Metric speed (km/h) • pushing the set + button once will result in a 1 km/h increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 km/h. • if the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase in 10 km/h increments until the button is released. Th...

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    Distance setting (acc only) the specified following distance for acc can be set by varying the distance setting between four bars (longest), three bars (long), two bars (medium) and one bar (short). Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, acc calculates and sets the distance to the vehicl...

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    Warning! Adaptive cruise control (acc) is a convenience system. It is not a substitute for active driving involvement. It is always the driver’s responsibility to be attentive of road, traffic, and weather conditions, vehicle speed, distance to the vehicle ahead; and, most importantly, brake operati...

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    Forward collision warning (fcw) with mitigation the forward collision warning (fcw) system with mitigation provides the driver with audible warnings, visual warnings (within the evic/did), and may apply a brake jerk to warn the driver when it detects a potential frontal collision. The warnings and l...

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    Far the default status of fcw is the “far” setting. The far setting provides warnings for potential collisions more distant in front of the vehicle, allowing the driver to have the most reaction time to avoid a collision. This setting is designed to provide early warnings per nhtsa (national highway...

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    Manual climate controls without touchscreen air recirculation • use recirculation for maximum a/c operation. • for window defogging, turn the recirculation button off. • recirculation is allowed in floor mode and defrost/floor (mix mode) for approxi- mately five minutes. Heated mirrors the mirrors a...

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    Manual climate controls with touchscreen uconnect 5.0 touchscreen manual climate controls 1 — max a/c button 2 — a/c button 3 — air recirculation button 4 — front defroster button 5 — rear defroster button 6 — mode control button 7 — off button 8 — temperature control button 9 — blower speed button ...

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    Uconnect 8.4 touchscreen manual climate controls 1 — max a/c button 2 — a/c button 3 — air recirculation button 4 — front defroster button 5 — rear defroster button 6 — blower speed up 7 — mode control buttons 8 — blower speed down 9 — off button 10 — temperature control buttons operating your vehic...

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    Air recirculation • use recirculation for maximum a/c operation. • for window defogging, turn the recirculation button off. • recirculation is allowed in floor mode and defrost/floor (mix mode) for approxi- mately five minutes. Heated mirrors the mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature...

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    Automatic temperature controls (atc) uconnect 5.0 automatic climate controls 1 — max a/c button 2 — a/c button 3 — recirculation button 4 — front defroster button 5 — rear window defroster button 6 — mode control button 7 — off button 8 — auto button 9 — sync button 10 — driver temperature control 1...

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    Uconnect 8.4 automatic climate controls 1 — max a/c button 2 — a/c button 3 — air recirculation button 4 — auto button 5 — front defroster button 6 — rear defroster button 7 — passenger temperature up 8 — passenger temperature down 9 — sync button 10 — blower speed up 11 — mode control buttons 12 — ...

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    Automatic operation • turn the mode and blower controls to the auto position. • select the desired temperature by rotating the temperature control. • the system will maintain the set temperature automatically. Air conditioning (a/c) if the air conditioning button is pressed while in auto mode, the s...

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    Max a/c • max a/c sets the control for maximum cooling performance. • press and release to toggle between max a/c and the prior settings. The button on the touchscreen illuminates when max a/c is on. • in max a/c, the blower level and mode position can be adjusted to desired user settings. Pressing ...

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    Stop/start system — if equipped the stop/start function is developed to reduce fuel consumption. The system will stop the engine automatically during a vehicle stop if the required conditions are met. Releasing the brake pedal or pressing the accelerator pedal will automatically re-start the engine....

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    To manually turn on the stop/start system push the stop/start off switch (located on the switch bank). The light on the switch will turn off. For complete details on the stop/start system refer to the “stop/start system” in the “starting and operating” section located in your owners manual on the dv...

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    • safehold a new feature that will automatically apply the park brake under certain conditions. The epb monitors the status of the driver’s seat belt, driver’s door and pedal positions to determine if the driver may have exited while the vehicle is still capable of moving and will then automatically...

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    Parksense parksense front and rear park assist parksense can be enabled and disabled by pushing the parksense switch located on the switch panel below the uconnect display. The six parksense sensors, located in the rear fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sen- sors’...

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    Parksense active park assist the parksense active park assist system can be enabled and disabled with the parksense active park assist switch, located on the switch panel below the uconnect display. The parksense active park assist system is intended to assist the driver during parallel and perpendi...

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    Lanesense the lanesense system can be enabled and disabled with the lanesense button located on the switch panel below the uconnect display. • push the lanesense button to turn the system on (led turns off). The lanesense system is operational at speeds above 37 mph (60 km/h) and below 112 mph (180 ...

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    Note: the parkview rear back up camera has programmable modes of operation that may be selected through the uconnect system. Refer to “uconnect settings” in “under- standing your instrument panel” for further information. When the vehicle is shifted out of reverse (with camera delay turned off), the...

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    Power sunroof the power sunroof switches are located on the overhead console. Opening sunroof express • push the sunroof switch rearward and release it within one-half second and the sunroof will automatically open to the halfway position and stop auto- matically. • push the sunroof switch a second ...

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    Venting sunroof push and release the button and the sunroof will open to the vent position. This is called “express vent” and will occur regardless of sunroof position. During express vent operation, any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof. Opening power shade express push the shade switch ...

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    Pinch protection feature this feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during express close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs. Next, push the switch forward and re...

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    Wind buffeting wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, adjust the front and rear windows together. If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or adjust any window. This will minimize buffeting....

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    Your vehicle's sound system 1. Uconnect phone button pg. 131 2. Uconnect voice command button pg. 112 3. Phone hang up button 4. Steering wheel audio controls (left – behind steering wheel) pg. 142 5. Steering wheel audio controls (right – behind steering wheel) pg. 142 6. Volume knob — mute button ...

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    8. Uconnect 8.4 radio pg. 97 9. Back button 10. Browse/enter button — tune/scroll knob 11. Usb port pg. 104 12. Sd card slot pg. 104 13. Audio jack pg. 104 14. Power outlet pg. 148 electronics 71.

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    Identifying your radio uconnect 5.0 • 5” touchscreen • three buttons on each side of the display uconnect 8.4a • 8.4” touchscreen • siriusxm travel link feature not listed within apps uconnect 8.4an • 8.4” touchscreen • hd button will be visible on right side of screen when viewing am or fm • sirius...

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    Uconnect access uconnect access — if equipped (available on uconnect 8.4a/8.4an — u.S. Residents only) warning! • always obey traffic laws and pay attention to the road. Some uconnect access services, including 9-1-1 and assist, will not work without an operable 1x (voice/data) or 3g (data) network ...

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    Before you drive, familiarize yourself with the easy-to-use uconnect access. 1. The assist and 9-1-1 buttons are located on your rearview mirror. The assist button is used for contacting roadside assistance, vehicle care and uconnect care. The 9-1-1 button connects you to emergency services. Note: v...

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    Signing up is easy! Simply follow the steps above. Or, press the “apps ” button on the touchscreen, then select the uconnect registration app to “register by web” and complete the process using your device or computer. Why sign up for uconnect access? Here are just a few examples of things you’ll be...

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    Via mobile apps — if equipped • aha by harman — aha by harman makes it easy to instantly access your favorite web content on the go. Choose from over 40,000+ stations spanning internet radio, personalized music, news, entertainment, hotels, weather, audiobooks, facebook, twitter, and more. • iheartr...

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    Getting started with apps applications (apps for short) in your uconnect access system are designed to deliver the features and services that you want. There are two basic categories: 1. Built-in features — use the 1x (voice/data) or 3g (data) network on your uconnect 8.4a or 8.4an radio. 2. Uconnec...

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    App manager press the “app manager” button to access the following categories: favorite apps — this is the default screen when you first press the “app manager” button on the touchscreen, and is a good place to put the apps you use most frequently. To make an app a “favorite”, press the “settings” b...

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    Built-in features warning! • always obey traffic laws and pay attention to the road. Some uconnect access services, including 9-1-1 and assist, will not work without an operable 1x (voice/data) or 3g (data) network connection. • always drive safely with your hands on the steering wheel. You have ful...

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    1. Assist call (8.4an) — the rearview mirror contains an assist push button which automatically connects the vehicle occupants to one of these predefined desti- nations for immediate support: • roadside assistance call — if you get a flat tire, or need a tow, you’ll be connected to someone who can h...

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    And may share information obtained through such recording and monitoring in accordance with regulatory requirements. You acknowledge, agree and consent to any recording, monitoring or sharing of information obtained through any such call recordings. 4. Yelp — customers have the ability to search for...

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    Uconnect access remote features if you own a compatible iphone or android powered device, the uconnect access app allows you to remotely lock or unlock your doors, start your engine or activate your horn and lights from virtually anywhere. Your vehicle must be equipped with remote start and your veh...

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    To use this feature after the uconnect access app is downloaded, login using your user name and password. You will need your four digit uconnect security pin to confirm the request. Press the “closed lock” icon on your uconnect access app to lock the doors, and press the “open lock” icon to unlock t...

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    To send a text message: 1. Push the uconnect phone button on the steering wheel. 2. Wait for the beep. 3. Say “text.” 4. Uconnect will prompt you “say the phone number, or full name and phone type of the contact you want to send a message to.” 5. Wait for the beep and say a contact that is in your p...

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    Uconnect 5.0 caution! Do not attach any object to the touchscreen, doing so can result in damage to the screen. Clock setting to start the clock setting procedure, perform the following: 1. Push the more button on the faceplate. Next press the “settings” button on the touchscreen and then press the ...

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    Equalizer, balance and fade 1. Push the more button on the faceplate. 2. Press the “settings” button on the touchscreen. 3. Then scroll down and press the “audio” button on the touchscreen to get to the audio menu. 4. The audio menu shows the following options for you to customize your audio setting...

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    Radio operation seek up/down buttons • press the up or down button to seek through radio stations in am, fm or sxm bands. • hold either button to bypass stations without stopping. Store radio presets manually the radio stores up to 12 presets in each of the radio modes. There are four visible preset...

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    Siriusxm premier over 160 channels get every channel available on your satellite radio, and enjoy all you want, all in one place. Hear commercial-free music plus sports, news, talk and entertainment. Get all the premium programming, including howard stern, every nfl game, oprah radio, every mlb and ...

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    Usb/audio jack (aux)/sd card — if equipped to select a specific audio source, push the media button on the faceplate. To allow music to play from your device through the vehicle’s speakers, press the “source” button then select one of the following modes: usb/ipod • usb/ipod mode is entered by eithe...

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    Uconnect 5.0 voice recognition quick tips introducing uconnect start using uconnect voice recognition with these helpful quick tips. It provides the key voice commands and tips you need to know to control your uconnect 5.0 system. Key features: • 5” touchscreen • three buttons on either side of the ...

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    Get started 1. U.S. Residents can visit uconnectphone.Com to check device and feature compat- ibility and to find device pairing instructions. 2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger conversations are examples of noise that may impact recognition. 3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume ...

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    Basic voice commands the basic voice commands below can be given at any point while using your uconnect system. Push the vr button . After the beep, say: • cancel to stop a current voice session • help to hear a list of suggested voice commands • repeat to listen to the system prompts again notice t...

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    Radio use your voice to quickly get to the am, fm or siriusxm satellite radio stations you would like to hear. (subscription or included siriusxm satellite radio trial required.) push the vr button . After the beep, say: • tune to ninety-five-point-five fm • tune to satellite channel hits 1 tip: at ...

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    Media uconnect offers connections via usb, sd, bluetooth and auxiliary ports (if equipped). Voice operation is only available for connected usb and ipod devices. (remote cd player optional and not available on all vehicles.) push the vr button . After the beep, say one of the following commands and ...

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    Phone making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with uconnect. When the phonebook button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your system is ready. U.S. Residents can visit uconnectphone.Com to check device and feature compat- ibility and to find device pairing instructions. Push the phone ...

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    Voice text reply uconnect will announce incoming text messages. Push the phone button and say listen. (must have compatible device paired to uconnect system.) 1. Once an incoming text message is read to you, push the phone button . After the beep, say: reply . 2. Listen to the uconnect prompts. Afte...

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    Uconnect 8.4a/8.4an uconnect 8.4a/8.4an at a glance caution! Do not attach any object to the touchscreen, doing so can result in damage to the screen. Setting the time • model 8.4an synchronizes time automatically via gps, so it should not require any time adjustment. If you do need to set the time ...

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    Background themes • screen background themes are selectable from a pre-loaded list of themes. If you’d like to set a theme, follow the instructions below. • press the “settings” button on the touchscreen. • press the “display” button on the touchscreen. • then press “set theme” button on the touchsc...

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    Personalized menu bar the uconnect features and services in the main menu bar are easily changed for your convenience. Simply follow these steps: 1. Press the “apps ” button to open the app screen. 2. Press and hold, then drag the selected app to replace an existing shortcut in the main menu bar. Th...

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    Radio • to access the radio mode, press the “radio” button on the touchscreen. Selecting radio stations • press the desired radio band (am, fm or sxm) button on the touchscreen. Seek up/seek down • press the seek up or down arrow buttons on the touchscreen for less than two seconds to seek through r...

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    Direct tune • tune directly to a radio station by pressing the “tune” button on the screen, and entering the desired station number. Store radio presets manually your radio can store 36 total preset stations, 12 presets per band (am, fm and sxm). They are shown at the top of your radio screen. To se...

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    Direct tune • tune directly to a sxm channel by pressing the “tune” button on the touchscreen on the screen, and entering the desired station number. Jump • automatically tells you when traffic & weather for a favorite city is available, and gives you the option to switch to that channel. Press “jum...

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    Browse sub-menu sub-menu description favorites lets you manage artists and songs in the favorites list and configure alert settings to let you know when favorite songs or artists are playing on other channels. Also, view a list of channels airing any of your favorites. Game zone provides alerts when...

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    Disc operation (if equipped) • your vehicle may have a remote cd player located in the lower center console storage bin, or in the lower center bench seat bin. • cd/disc mode is entered by either inserting a cd/disc or by pressing the media button. Once in media mode, select “disc.” • gently insert ...

  • Page 107

    Usb port • connect your compatible device using a usb cable into the usb port. Usb memory sticks with audio files can also be used. Audio from the device can be played on the vehicles sound system while providing metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) information on the radio display. • when co...

  • Page 108

    Media controls the controls are accessed by pressing the desired button on the touchscreen and choosing between disc, aux, usb, bluetooth or sd card. Note: uconnect will automatically switch to the appropriate mode when something is first connected or inserted into the system. Media controls 1 — rep...

  • Page 109

    Navigation • the information in the section below is only applicable if you have the 8.4an system or the navigation has been activated on your 8.4a system. • if you have a uconnect 8.4a system your radio is “navigation-ready,” and can be equipped with navigation at an extra cost. Please see your dea...

  • Page 110

    Finding points of interest • from the main navigation menu, press the “where to?” button on the touch- screen, then press the “points of interest” button on the touchscreen. • select a category and then a subcategory, if necessary. • select your destination and press the “yes” button on the touchscr...

  • Page 111

    Go home • a home location must be saved in the system. From the main navigation menu, press the “where to?” button on the touchscreen, then press the “go home” button on the touchscreen. Your route is marked with a blue line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your route is recalculat...

  • Page 112

    Adding a stop • to add a stop you must be navigating a route. • press the “menu” button on the touchscreen to return to the main navigation menu. • press the “where to?” button on the touchscreen, then search for the extra stop. When another location has been selected, you can choose to cancel your ...

  • Page 113

    Siriusxm travel link (8.4an & us market only) in addition to delivering over 130 channels of the best sports, entertainment, talk, and commercial-free music, siriusxm offers premium data services that work in conjunction with compatible navigation systems. Siriusxm travel link brings a wealth of use...

  • Page 114

    Uconnect 8.4a/8.4an voice recognition quick tips introducing uconnect start using uconnect voice recognition with these helpful quick tips. It provides the key voice commands and tips you need to know to control your uconnect 8.4an system. If you see the icon on your touchscreen, you have the uconne...

  • Page 115

    4. Each time you give a voice command, you must first push either the vr or phone button, wait until after the beep, then say your voice command. 5. You can interrupt the help message or system prompts by pushing the vr or phone button and saying a voice command from current category. All you need t...

  • Page 116

    Basic voice commands the basic voice commands below can be given at any point while using your uconnect system. Push the vr button . After the beep, say: • cancel to stop a current voice session • help to hear a list of suggested voice commands • repeat to listen to the system prompts again notice t...

  • Page 117

    Radio use your voice to quickly get to the am, fm or siriusxm satellite radio stations you would like to hear. (subscription or included siriusxm satellite radio trial required.) push the vr button . After the beep, say: • tune to ninety-five-point-five fm • tune to satellite channel hits 1 tip: at ...

  • Page 118

    Media uconnect offers connections via usb, sd, bluetooth and auxiliary ports (if equipped). Voice operation is only available for connected usb and ipod devices. (remote cd player optional and not available on all vehicles.) push the vr button . After the beep, say one of the following commands and ...

  • Page 119

    Phone making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with uconnect. When the phonebook button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your system is ready. U.S. Residents can visit: • uconnectphone.Com for device compatibility and pairing instructions. Canadian residents can visit: • uconnectphone....

  • Page 120

    Siri eyes free — if equipped siri lets you use your voice to send text messages, select media, place phone calls and much more. Siri uses your natural language to understand what you mean and will respond back to confirm your requests. The system is designed to keep your eyes on the road and your ha...

  • Page 121

    Getting started ensure siri is enabled on your iphone. 1. Pair your siri enabled device to the vehicles sound system. Refer to “uconnect phone” in “electronics” for a detailed pairing procedure. Enable siri 1 — select settings on your iphone 2 — select general 3 — select siri 4 — enable siri pair yo...

  • Page 122

    2. Push and hold, then release the uconnect voice recognition (vr) button on the steering wheel. After you hear the familiar siri "double beep," say a command. Note: a push and release of the button will start normal embedded vr functions. The push and hold, then release of the button will start sir...

  • Page 123

    Voice text reply uconnect will announce incoming text messages. Push the phone button and say listen. (must have compatible device paired to uconnect system.) 1. Once an incoming text message is read to you, push the phone button . After the beep, say: reply . 2. Listen to the uconnect prompts. Afte...

  • Page 124

    Climate (8.4a/8.4an) too hot? Too cold? Adjust vehicle temperatures hands-free and keep everyone comfort- able while you keep moving ahead. (if vehicle is equipped with climate control.) push the vr button . After the beep, say one of the following commands: • set driver temperature to 70 degrees • ...

  • Page 125

    Navigation (8.4a/8.4an) the uconnect navigation feature helps you save time and become more productive when you know exactly how to get to where you want to go. (navigation is optional on the uconnect 8.4a system. See your dealer to activate navigation at any time.) 1. To enter a destination, push t...

  • Page 126: Warning!

    Uconnect access — if equipped (8.4a/8.4an) warning! Always obey traffic laws and pay attention to the road. Some uconnect access services, including 9-1-1 and assist, will not work without an operable 1x (voice/ data) or 3g (data) network connection. Note: your vehicle may be transmitting data as au...

  • Page 127

    Register (8.4a/8.4an) to unlock the full potential of uconnect access in your vehicle, you first need to register with uconnect access. 1. Push the assist button on your rearview mirror. 2. Press the “uconnect care” button on the touchscreen. 3. A helpful uconnect care agent will register your vehic...

  • Page 128

    Mobile app (8.4a/8.4an) you’re only a few steps away from using remote commands and playing your favorite music in your vehicle. To link your internet radio accounts: 1. Download the uconnect access app on your device. 2. Press the via mobile icon on the navi- gation bar at the bottom of the app. 3....

  • Page 129

    Voice texting (8.4a/8.4an) you must be registered with uconnect access and have a compatible map – enabled device to use your voice to send a personalized text message. (not compatible with iphone.) 1. To send a message, push the phone button . After the beep, say: “send message to john smith.” 2. L...

  • Page 130

    Yelp (8.4a/8.4an) once registered with uconnect access, you can use your voice to search for the most popular places or things around you. 1. Push the vr button . After the beep, say: launch yelp. 2. Once the yelp home screen appears on the touchscreen, push the vr button , then say: yelp search. 3....

  • Page 131

    Siriusxm travel link (8.4a/8.4an — us market only) need to find a gas station, view local movie listings, check a sports score or the 5- day weather forecast? Siriusxm travel link is a suite of services that brings a wealth of information right to your uconnect 8.4an system. (not available for 8.4a ...

  • Page 132

    Additional information © 2015 fca us llc. All rights reserved. Mopar, mopar owner connect and uconnect are registered trademarks of fca us llc. Android is a trademark of google inc. Siriusxm and all related marks and logos are trademarks of siriusxm radio inc. Yelp, yelp logo, yelp burst and related...

  • Page 133

    Uconnect phone uconnect phone (bluetooth hands free calling) uconnect 5.0 phone menu 1 — call/redial/hold 2 — mobile phone signal strength 3 — currently paired mobile phone 4 — mobile phone battery life 5 — mute microphone 6 — transfer to/from uconnect system 7 — uconnect phone settings menu 8 — tex...

  • Page 134

    The uconnect phone feature enables you to place and receive hands-free mobile phone calls. Drivers can also place mobile phone calls using their voice or by using the buttons on the touchscreen (see voice command section). The hands-free calling feature is made possible through bluetooth technology ...

  • Page 135

    If the uconnect phone button exists on your steering wheel, you then have the uconnect phone features. Refer to the understand the features of your vehicle section of your vehicle's owner's manual on the dvd for further details. Note: • the uconnect phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the bl...

  • Page 136

    Uconnect 8.4a, 8.4an: 1. Place the ignition in the acc or on position. 2. Press the “phone” button in the menu bar on the touchscreen. 3. Select “settings.” 4. Select “paired phones.” 5. Select “add device.” • uconnect phone will display an “in progress” screen while the system is connecting. Pair y...

  • Page 137

    Select the iphone's priority level when the pairing process has successfully completed, the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this is your favorite mobile phone. Selecting “yes” will make this mobile phone the highest priority. This mobile phone will take precedence over other paired m...

  • Page 138

    Select the android mobile phone's priority level when the pairing process has successfully completed, the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this is your favorite mobile phone. Selecting “yes” will make this mobile phone the highest priority. This mobile phone will take precedence over ...

  • Page 139

    Voice command tips • speaking complete names (i.E; call john doe vs. Call john) will result in greater system accuracy. • you can “link” commands together for faster results. Say “call john doe, mobile,” for example. • if you are listening to available voice command options, you do not have to liste...

  • Page 140

    Incoming text messages after pairing your uconnect system with a bluetooth enabled mobile device with the message access profile (map), the uconnect system can announce a new incoming text message and read it to you over the vehicle’s audio system. Note: only incoming text messages received during t...

  • Page 141

    Android devices 1. Push the menu button on the mobile phone. 2. Select settings. 3. Select connections. 4. Turn “show notifications” to on. • a pop up will appear asking you to accept a request for permission to connect to your messages. Select “don’t ask again” and press ok. Note: all incoming text...

  • Page 142

    Here’s how: 1. Push the uconnect phone button and wait for the beep, then say “reply.” uconnect will give the following prompt: “please say the message you would like to send.” 2. Wait for the beep and say one of the pre-defined messages. (if you are not sure, you can say “help”). Uconnect will then...

  • Page 143

    Mobile phone won’t pair to system: • perform a hard reset in the mobile phone by removing the battery (if removable — see your mobile phone’s owner manual). • delete pairing history in mobile phone and uconnect system; usually found in phone’s bluetooth connection settings. • verify you are selectin...

  • Page 144

    Steering wheel audio controls the steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Right switch • push the switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. • push the button in the center to change modes am/fm/cd/sxm. Left switch • push the switch up or down ...

  • Page 145

    • push the right arrow button to access the information screens or submenu screens of a main menu item. • push the left arrow button to access the information screens or submenu screens of a main menu item. • push the ok button to access/select the information screens or submenu screens of a main me...

  • Page 146

    Universal garage door opener (homelink) • homelink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home se- curity systems. The homelink unit is powered by your vehicles 12 volt bat- tery. • the homelink buttons that are lo- ...

  • Page 147

    Programming a rolling code note: for programming garage door openers that were manufactured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identified by the “learn” or “train” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener. It is not the button that is normally used to ...

  • Page 148: Warning!

    Programming a non-rolling code note: for programming garage door openers manufactured before 1995. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the on/run position. 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the homelink button you wish to program while keeping the homelink indicator l...

  • Page 149: Warning!

    Power inverter a 115 volt, 150 watt power inverter outlet is located on the rear of the center console. This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 watts. The power inverter is designed with built-in overload protection. If the power ratin...

  • Page 150

    Power outlet there are three 12 volt electrical power outlets on this vehicle. The front 12 volt power outlet is located below the climate controls in the center console media center, and is powered when the ignition switch is in the on/run position. The outlet can operate a conventional cigar light...

  • Page 151

    There is also a 12 volt power outlet located in the rear cargo area of the vehicle. This power outlet has power available directly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet also may discharge the battery and/or prevent the engine from starting. Note: • do not ex...

  • Page 152

    Wireless charging pad wireless charging pad — if equipped your vehicle may be equipped with a wireless charging pad located inside the upper portion of the center console. This charging pad is designed to wirelessly charge your qi enabled mobile phone. Qi is a standard that uses magnetic induction t...

  • Page 153

    Wireless charging pad operation to use the wireless charging pad, the coil in your mobile phone needs to align with the coil in the charging pad, which is located directly under the qi logo. Since each mobile phone’s coil location is different, you may need a few attempts to locate the correct spot ...

  • Page 154: Caution!

    4. Use the adjustable cradle to hold the mobile phone in position. The cradle moves by pushing down on the finger tabs and moving the cradle in or out. Note: the initial adjustment will only need to be done once as long as only one mobile phone is used. If a different mobile phone is used, the cradl...

  • Page 155

    Four-wheel drive operation 1–speed four-wheel drive (4x4) this feature provides on-demand four-wheel drive (4x4) with no driver inputs or additional driving skills required. Under normal driving conditions, the front wheels provide most of the traction. If the front wheels begin to lose traction, po...

  • Page 156

    The neutral position allows vehicles with 2-speed four-wheel drive to be flat towed (with all wheels on the ground) without damaging the drivetrain. Refer to “recreational towing” for instructions on shifting into and out of neutral. Note: in 4x4 low the engine speed is approximately three times tha...

  • Page 157

    Rear electronic locker (e-locker) system the rear e-locker system features a mechanical locking rear differential to provide better traction in the 4wd low position. The “rear lock” button is on the selec-terrain knob. Activating the rear e-locker to activate the rear e-locker system, the following ...

  • Page 158

    Selec-terrain selec-terrain combines the capabilities of the vehicle control systems, along with driver input, to provide the best performance for all terrains. Rotate the mode control knob to select the following selec-terrain positions: • auto — fully automatic full time four- wheel drive operatio...

  • Page 159: Warning!

    Cargo area features cargo load floor the cargo load floor system has a load capacity of 400 lbs (181 kg). To provide additional storage area, each rear seat can be folded flat. This allows for extended cargo space and still maintains some rear seating room. Refer to “rear seats” in “getting started”...

  • Page 160

    Trailer towing trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) engine/ transmission model frontal area maximum gtw (gross trailer wt.) maximum tongue wt. (see note) 2.4l/automatic with or without trailer tow package fwd or 4wd 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg) 3.2l/auto...

  • Page 161: Caution!

    Recreational towing — front-wheel drive (fwd) models do not flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result. Recreational towing (for front-wheel drive models) is allowed only if the front wheels are off the ground. This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer. If using ...

  • Page 162: Caution!

    Recreational towing — 4x4 models with 2-speed power transfer unit the power transfer unit must be shifted into neutral (n) and the transmission must be in park for recreational towing. The neutral (n) selection button is adjacent to the 4wd selector switch. Shifts into and out of neutral (n) can tak...

  • Page 163

    1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop and shift the transmission to park. 2. Turn the engine off. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the on/run position, but do not start the engine. 4. Press and hold the brake pedal. 5. Shift the transmission into neutral. 6. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, ...

  • Page 164

    Shifting out of neutral (n) use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it connected to the tow vehicle. 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the on/run position, but do not start the engine. 4. Press an...

  • Page 165

    Roadside assistance dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 for u.S. Residents or 1-800-363-4869 for canadian residents. • provide your name, vehicle identification number, license plate number, and your location, including the telephone number from which you are calling. • briefly describe the nature of the ...

  • Page 166

    If the abs light is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of anti-lock brakes. If the abs light does not turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the on/run position, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer. - air bag warning light this lig...

  • Page 167: Caution!

    If the light starts flashing indicating a low tire pressure, adjust the air pressure in the low tire to the air pressure shown on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label located on the driver's door. Note: after inflation, the vehicle may need to be driven for 20 minutes before the flas...

  • Page 168: Warning!

    - engine temperature warning light • this light warns of an overheated engine condition. • if the light turns on and a warning chime sounds while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the a/c system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into neutral and idle the vehicle. If t...

  • Page 169: Warning!

    – brake warning light this light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on, it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the brake system master cyl...

  • Page 170: Caution!

    - malfunction indicator light (mil) the malfunction indicator light (mil) is part of an onboard diagnostic system called obd ii that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the on/run position before engine start. If the bulb does not ...

  • Page 171

    Oil life reset • your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “oil change due” message will flash in the evic display for approximately 10 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change indicator system i...

  • Page 172

    Instrument cluster indicator lights a - stop/start indicator — if equipped this icon indicates that the stop/start system is active. Whenever the system is active, the telltale will illuminate in the instrument cluster. Refer to “stop start system” in “operating your vehicle” in this manual. – turn ...

  • Page 173

    - adaptive cruise control (acc) on indicator • if your vehicle is equipped with adaptive cruise control, the controls operate exactly the same as the normal (fixed speed) cruise control with one difference. You can set a specified distance you would like to maintain between you and the vehicle in fr...

  • Page 174

    – hill descent control indicator — if equipped this indicator will illuminate when hill descent control (hdc) has been selected using the hill descent control switch. – park/headlight on indicator this indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on. – electronic stability...

  • Page 175: Caution!

    If your engine overheats in any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating your engine by taking the appropriate action. • on the highways — slow down. • in city traffic — while stopped, put transmission in neutral, but do not increase engine idle speed. Caution! Drivi...

  • Page 176

    Tire service kit your vehicle may be equipped with a tire service kit. Small punctures up to 1/4” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with the tire service kit. Foreign objects (e.G., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. The tire service kit can be used in outside temperatures do...

  • Page 177

    Tire service kit usage precautions • replace the tire service kit sealant bottle (1) and sealant hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system. Refer to “sealing a tire with tire service kit” section (f) “sealant bottle and hose replace...

  • Page 178

    4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the fitting at the end of the sealant hose (6) onto the valve stem. 5. Uncoil the power plug (8) and insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 volt power outlet. 6. Do not remove foreign objects (e.G., screws or nails) from the tire. (c) injecting tir...

  • Page 179

    If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 bar) pressure within 15 minutes: the tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further. Call for assistance. Note: if the tire becomes over-inflated, push the deflation button to reduce the tire pressure to the recommended inf...

  • Page 180

    If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 bar) or higher: 1. Push the power button (4) to turn on tire service kit and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire and loading information label on the driver-side door opening. 2. Disconnect the tire service kit from the valve stem, reinstall the...

  • Page 181: Warning!

    Note: • the metal end fitting from power plug (8) may get hot after use, so it should be handled carefully. • failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the sealant hose (6) can result in sealant contacting your skin, clothing, and the vehicle’s interior. It can also result in sealant...

  • Page 182: Warning!

    Jacking and tire changing warning! • do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. • being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip...

  • Page 183: Warning!

    Warning! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immediately. Preparations for jacking 1. Park the vehicle on ...

  • Page 184: Warning!

    Jacking instructions warning! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle. • turn on the hazard warning flasher. • chock the ...

  • Page 185

    1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and wheel bolt wrench. 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the wheel bolts, use the wheel bolt wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle. 3. Before raising the vehicle, use the wheel bolt wrench to loosen, but no...

  • Page 186: Warning!

    5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire. Warning! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the wheel bolts and tire. 7. Remove the alig...

  • Page 187: Caution!

    8. Mount the spare tire. Caution! Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly. Note: • for vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. • refer to “compa...

  • Page 188: Warning!

    Road tire installation 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. Install the remaining wheel bolts with the threaded end of the wheel bolt toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the wheel bolts. Warning! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehic...

  • Page 189: Warning!

    Preparations for jump-start the battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly. Note: the positive battery post is covered with a protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain access to the positive battery post. Warning! • take care to avo...

  • Page 190: Warning!

    Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable to th...

  • Page 191: Caution!

    Freeing a stuck vehicle if your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Press and hold the lock button on the shift lever. Then shift back and forth between drive and r...

  • Page 192: Warning!

    Recovery strap — if equipped your vehicle may be included with a recovery strap. Recovery straps do not act like traditional tow straps, chains, or winch cables. Warning! Recovery straps should only be used in emergencies to rescue stranded vehicles. Only use recovery straps on vehicles that fit wit...

  • Page 193

    5. Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool down into the shift lever override access hole (at the right front corner of the shift lever assembly), and push and hold the override release lever down. 6. Move the shift lever to the neutral position. 7. The vehicle may then be started in neutral. 8. ...

  • Page 194

    Enhanced accident response system (ears) this vehicle is equipped with an enhanced accident response system. Please refer to “supplemental restraint system (srs) — air bags” in “getting started” in this guide for further information on the enhanced accident response system (ears) function. Event dat...

  • Page 195: Caution!

    To open and close the hood two latches must be released to open the hood. 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the drivers side of the instrument panel. 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and pull the safety latch release lever forward (toward you). The safety latch release lever is locat...

  • Page 196

    Engine compartment — 2.4l 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil fill 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Battery terminals (jump starting) 5. Battery maintaining your vehicle 194.

  • Page 197

    6. Power distribution center (fuses) 7. Washer fluid reservoir 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Air cleaner filter maintaining your vehicle 195.

  • Page 198

    Engine compartment — 3.2l 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil fill 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Battery terminals (jump starting) 5. Battery maintaining your vehicle 196.

  • Page 199

    6. Power distribution center (fuses) 7. Washer fluid reservoir 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Air cleaner filter maintaining your vehicle 197.

  • Page 200

    Fluid capacities u.S. Metric fuel (approximate) 2.4l and 3.2l engines 15.8 gallons 60 liters engine oil with filter 2.4 liter engine (sae 0w-20, api certified) 5.5 quarts 5.2 liters 3.2 liter engine (sae 5w-20, api certified) 6 quarts 5.6 liters cooling system* 2.4 liter engine (mopar antifreeze/eng...

  • Page 201: Caution!

    Component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part fuel selection – 2.4l flex fuel (e-85) engines 87 octane, up to 85% ethanol. Fuel selection – 2.4l and 3.2l engines 87 octane, 0-15% ethanol. Caution! • mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified organic additive technology (oat) engine coo...

  • Page 202: Caution!

    Flexible fuel (2.4l engine only) — if equipped e-85 general information the information in this section is unique for flexible fuel vehicles only. These vehicles can be identified by a unique fuel filler door label that states ethanol (e-85) or unleaded gasoline only and a yellow fuel cap. Refer to ...

  • Page 203

    Note: under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern for fleet customers. Severe duty all models change engine oil at 4,000 ...

  • Page 204: Arning!

    Maintenance chart mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or y ears: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 or kilometers: 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 112,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,...

  • Page 205

    Maintenance record odometer date signature, autho- rized service center 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or 2 y ears 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 3 y ears 40,000 miles (64,000 km) or 4 y ears 50,000 miles (80,000 km) or 5 y ears 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 6 y ears 70,000 miles (112,000 km) or 7 y ears 80,00...

  • Page 206: Warning!

    Fuses warning! • when replacing a blown fuse, always use an appropriate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another fuse of higher amp rating. Never replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other material. Failure to use proper fuses may resu...

  • Page 207

    Cavity blade fuse cartridge fuse description f18 – – not used f19 – 40 amp green starter solenoid f20 10 amp red – a/c compressor clutch f21 – – not used f22 5 amp tan – radiator fan f23 70 amp tan – body controller module (bcm) - feed 2 f23 50 amp red – voltage stability module (vsm) feed #2 - if e...

  • Page 208

    Cavity blade fuse cartridge fuse description f42 – 30 amp pink trailer tow electric brake module - if equipped f43 20 amp yellow – fuel pump motor f44 – 30 amp pink trailer tow / 7-way connector - if equipped f45 – 30 amp pink passenger door module (pdm) - if equipped f46 – 25 amp clear sunroof - if...

  • Page 209

    Cavity blade fuse cartridge fuse description f65 10 amp red – in vehicle temperature sensor / humidity sensor / driver assist system module (dasm) / park assist (pam) - if equipped with stop/start option f66 15 amp blue – hvac (ecc) / instrument panel cluster (ipc) f67 10 amp red – in vehicle temper...

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    Cavity blade fuse cartridge fuse description f82 – – not used f83 – 20 amp blue engine controller module (gas) f84 – 30 amp pink electric park brake (epb) - left f85 – – not used f86 20 amp yellow – horns - if equipped with stop/start engine option f87a 20 amp yellow – hid headlamp left - if equippe...

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    Interior fuses the interior fuse panel is located in the passenger compartment on the left side dash panel under the instrument panel. Cavity blade fuse description f13 15 amp blue low beam left f32 10 amp red interior lighting f36 10 amp red intrusion module/siren – if equipped f38 20 amp yellow de...

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    Adding fuel the gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door, on the passenger side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap has been designed for use with this vehicle. Note: when removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap tether in the hook, located on the fu...

  • Page 213: Caution!

    Caution! • damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel filler cap. A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system. Also, a poorly fitting aftermarket cap can cause the “malfunction indicator light (mil)” to illuminate, due to fuel vap...

  • Page 214: Warning!

    Tires — general information tire pressures check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire (if equipped), at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “tire and loading information” lab...

  • Page 215: Caution!

    Spare tires — if equipped note: for vehicles equipped with tire service kit instead of a spare tire, please refer to “tire service kit” in “what to do in emergencies” on your dvd for further information. Caution! Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle through an automatic ...

  • Page 216: Warning!

    Full size spare — if equipped the full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the ...

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    Replacement bulbs interior bulbs bulb number cargo lamp tl212–2 overhead console lamp plw214–2a reading lamp wl212–2 exterior bulbs bulb number low beam/high beam (bi-halogen) headlamps hir2 low beam/high beam (bi-xenon) headlamps d3s (serviced at an authorized dealer) front park/daytime running lam...

  • Page 218: Warning!

    Fca us llc customer center p.O. Box 21–8004 auburn hills, mi 48321–8004 phone: 1-877-426-5337 fca canada inc. Customer center p.O. Box 1621 windsor, ontario n9a 4h6 phone: 1-800-465-2001 (english) phone: 1-800-387-9983 (french) assistance for the hearing impaired to assist customers who have hearing...

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    Note: • a street address is required when ordering manuals (no p.O. Boxes). • the owner's manual and user guide electronic files are also available on the chrysler, jeep, ram truck, dodge and srt websites. • click on the “for owners” tab, select “owner/service manuals”, then select your desired mode...

  • Page 220

    Authentic accessories by mopar • the following highlights just some of the many authentic jeep accessories by mopar featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your jeep cherokee. • in choosing authentic accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium protection, or extr...

  • Page 221

    Frequently asked questions getting started how do i install my latch equipped child seat? Pg. 27 how do i program my front seat memory? Pg. 33 electronics which radio is in my vehicle? • uconnect 5.0 pg. 85 • uconnect 8.4a/8.4an pg. 97 how do i activate the audio jack? • uconnect 5.0 pg. 89 • uconne...

  • Page 222

    Access uconnect . . . . . . . . .73, 74, 78 adaptive cruise control (acc) off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 adaptive cruise control (acc) (cruise control) . . . . . . . . . . .45 adding engine coolant (antifreeze). . . . . . . . . . . . .200 adding wa...

  • Page 223

    Child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . .25 lower anchors and tethers for children . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 lower anchors and tethers for children . . . . . . . . . . . .25 child seat installation . . . . . . . . .25 cleaning wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 windshield wiper blades . . . .200...

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    Faq. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219 filters air cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . .200 engine oil . . . . . . . . .198, 200 engine oil disposal . . . . . . .200 flashers turn signal . . . . . . . . . . . .170 flash-to-pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 flexible fuel vehicles fuel requirements . ...

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    Lap/shoulder belts . . . . . . . . . . .16 latches hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193 light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215 lights air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 bulb replacement . . . . . . . .215 engine temperature warning . .166 fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .170 headlights ....

  • Page 226

    Rear park assist system . . . . . . . .62 rear parksense system . . . . . . . .62 rear seat, folding . . . . . . . . . . .35 recreational towing . . . . . . . . .158 shifting into power transfer unit neutral (n) . . . . . . . . .160 shifting into transfer case neutral (n) . . . . . . . . . . . .160 ...

  • Page 227

    Tie down hooks, cargo . . . . . . . .157 tilt steering column . . . . . . . . . .39 tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212, 213 air pressure . . . . . . . . . . .212 changing . . . . . . . . . . . . .180 compact spare . . . . . . . . . .213 general information . . . .212, 213 jacking . . . . . . . ....

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  • Page 235: Driving and Alcohol:

    The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. Fca us llc strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take th...

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    Jeep.Com (u.S.) jeep.Ca (canada) download a free electronic copy of the owner’s manual and warranty booklet by visiting: www.Jeep.Com/en/owners/manuals or www.Jeep.Com/en/warranty (u.S.); www.Owners.Mopar.Ca/en (canada). 2016 cherokee user guide 16kl74-926-aa cherokee second edition user guide © 201...