Jeep Cherokee Owner's manual

2021 CHEROKEE

OWNER’S MANUAL

2021 CHEROKEE

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U. S.

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Canada

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WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or o-highway

motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,

phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust,

do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area

and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more

information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.

This Owner’s Manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this

vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on

this vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment described in this manual that are not on this vehicle. FCA US LLC reserves the

right to make changes in design and speciﬁcations, and⁄or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any

obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.

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 therefore.

If you are the ﬁrst registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Warranty Booklet by calling

1-877-426-5337 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer.

This Owner’s Manual is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. Your most up-to-date Owner’s

Manual, Navigation⁄Uconnect manuals and Warranty Booklet can be found by visiting the website on the back cover. U.S.

residents can purchase replacement kits by visiting www.techauthority.com and Canadian residents can purchase replacement

kits by calling 1-800-387-1143.

The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,

resulting in an accident and personal injury. FCA US LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any

device or feature that may take their attention o the road. Use of any electrical devices, such as cellular telephones, computers, portable

radios, vehicle navigation or other devices, by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could lead to a serious accident.

Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving. If you ﬁnd yourself unable to devote your

full attention to vehicle operation, pull o the road to a safe location and stop your vehicle. Some states or provinces prohibit the use of

cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is always the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.

This Owner’s Manual has been prepared to help you get acquainted with your new Jeep

®

brand vehicle and to provide a convenient

reference source for common questions.

Not all features shown in this manual may apply to your vehicle. For additional information, visit mopar.com/om (U.S.), owners.mopar.ca

(Canada) or your local Jeep

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brand dealer.

Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously

impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive.

Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend or use public transportation.

DRIVING AND ALCOHOL

Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are less sharp, your reﬂexes are

slower and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.

WARNING!

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1 INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................................8

2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ................................................................................. 14

3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ........................................................82

4 STARTING AND OPERATING ...............................................................................................105

5 MULTIMEDIA ............................................................................................................................... 176

6 SAFETY ........................................................................................................................................259

7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ....................................................................................................326

8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................... 353

9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................412

10 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE ......................................................................................................421

11 INDEX .............................................................................................................................................426

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INTRODUCTION

Symbols Key..............................................................9

ROLLOVER WARNING .............................................9

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS ......... 10

Symbol Glossary.................................................... 10

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

KEYS ....................................................................... 14

Key Fob .............................................................14

SENTRY KEY ........................................................... 18

IGNITION SWITCH .................................................. 18

Ignition Node Module (IGNM) — If Equipped ..18

Keyless Enter-N-Go Ignition

(If Equipped) .....................................................19

REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED .......................... 21

How To Use Remote Start................................21

To Exit Remote Start Mode..............................22

Remote Start Front Defrost Activation —

If Equipped........................................................22

Remote Start Comfort Systems —

If Equipped .......................................................22

Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer

Activation — If Equipped ..................................23

Remote Start Cancel Message........................23

VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .....24

To Arm The System .........................................24

To Disarm The System ....................................24

Rearming Of The System .................................25

Security System Manual Override...................25

DOORS ....................................................................25

Manual Door Locks ..........................................25

Power Door Locks ...........................................26

Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry ..............26

Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit......................29

Automatic Door Locks —

If Equipped .......................................................29

Child-Protection Door Lock System —

Rear Doors .......................................................29

STEERING WHEEL ..................................................30

Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column...................30

Heated Steering Wheel —

If Equipped........................................................30

DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED ....31

Programming The Memory Feature ................31

Linking And Unlinking The Key

Fob To Memory.................................................31

Memory Position Recall ...................................32

SEATS...................................................................... 32

Manual Adjustment

(Front Seats) — If Equipped.............................32

Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats)....................34

Power Adjustment (Front Seats) —

If Equipped .......................................................36

Heated Seats — If Equipped............................37

Front Ventilated Seats —

If Equipped ......................................................38

Head Restraints ..............................................38

UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION ........................ 41

Introducing Voice Recognition ........................41

Basic Voice Commands ...................................41

Get Started .......................................................41

Additional Information .....................................42

MIRRORS ............................................................... 42

Inside Rearview Mirror.....................................42

Illuminated Vanity Mirrors ...............................43

Outside Mirrors ................................................44

Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ........................44

UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER

(HOMELINK®) — IF EQUIPPED ............................ 44

Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® ...45

Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels............45

Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling

Code Or Non-Rolling Code Device...................45

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Programming HomeLink® To A

Garage Door Opener ........................................46

Programming HomeLink® To A

Miscellaneous Device ......................................47

Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button ..47

Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .........47

EXTERIOR LIGHTS.................................................. 48

Multifunction Lever .........................................48

Headlight Switch...............................................49

Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) —

If Equipped........................................................49

High/Low Beam Switch....................................50

Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control —

If Equipped .......................................................50

Flash-To-Pass....................................................50

Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ..............50

Parking Lights...................................................50

Automatic Headlights With Wipers —

If Equipped........................................................51

Headlight Time Delay .......................................51

Lights-On Reminder .........................................51

Fog Lights — If Equipped..................................51

Turn Signals......................................................52

Lane Change Assist — If Equipped..................52

Battery Saver ....................................................52

INTERIOR LIGHTS .................................................. 52

Interior Courtesy Lights....................................53

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS...............54

Windshield Wiper Operation............................55

Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ...............56

Rear Window Wiper/Washer ...........................56

Windshield Wiper De-Icer —

If Equipped........................................................57

CLIMATE CONTROLS..............................................57

Automatic Climate Control Descriptions

And Functions...................................................57

Manual Climate Control Descriptions

And Functions...................................................61

Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —

If Equipped .......................................................64

Climate Voice Commands................................65

Operating Tips .................................................65

INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ...............67

Storage..............................................................67

Sun Visors ........................................................68

AUX/USB Control..............................................68

Power Outlets ..................................................69

Power Inverter — If Equipped .........................70

WINDOWS ..............................................................71

Power Window Controls ...................................71

Automatic Window Features ..........................72

Reset Auto-Up...................................................72

Window Lockout Switch...................................72

Wind Buffeting .................................................72

POWER SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE —

IF EQUIPPED .......................................................... 73

Opening And Closing The Sunroof ..................73

Opening And Closing The Power Shade..........74

Pinch Protect Feature ......................................75

Venting Sunroof................................................75

Ignition Off Operation.......................................75

Sunroof Maintenance ......................................75

HOOD....................................................................... 75

Opening The Hood ...........................................75

Closing The Hood .............................................76

LIFTGATE................................................................. 76

To Unlock/Open The Liftgate ..........................76

To Lock/Close The Liftgate..............................77

Hands-Free Liftgate — If Equipped .................78

Cargo Area Features .......................................80

ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED ............. 81

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR

INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ........................................ 82

Instrument Cluster Descriptions .....................84

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ........................ 85

Instrument Cluster Display Location

And Controls .....................................................85

Oil Life Reset — If Equipped ............................86

Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items ........86

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Instrument Cluster Display Selectable Items ...92

Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode

Message — Electrical Load Reduction

Actions — If Equipped.......................................92

WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ................... 93

Red Warning Lights ..........................................94

Yellow Warning Lights ......................................97

Yellow Indicator Lights .................................. 101

Green Indicator Lights................................... 101

White Indicator Lights ................................... 102

Blue Indicator Lights ..................................... 103

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II .....103

Onboard Diagnostic System

(OBD II) Cybersecurity ................................... 103

EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

PROGRAMS ..........................................................104

STARTING AND OPERATING

STARTING THE ENGINE ......................................105

Normal Starting — Gasoline Engine ............. 105

Extreme Cold Weather

(Below –20°F Or −29°C) ............................ 106

Extended Park Starting ................................. 106

If Engine Fails To Start ................................. 106

After Starting.................................................. 106

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED..........106

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS.........107

PARKING BRAKE .................................................107

Electric Park Brake (EPB) ............................. 107

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION............................. 111

Key Ignition Park Interlock............................ 112

Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock

(BTSI) System ................................................ 112

Nine-Speed Automatic Transmission .......... 112

Gear Ranges.................................................. 113

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION ..................... 117

1-Speed Four-Wheel Drive

(4WD) — If Equipped ..................................... 117

2-Speed Four-Wheel Drive

(4WD) — If Equipped ..................................... 118

Shift Positions................................................ 118

Shifting Procedures....................................... 119

Rear Electronic Locker System —

If Equipped..................................................... 119

SELEC-TERRAIN................................................... 121

Description .................................................... 121

POWER STEERING .............................................. 122

STOP/START SYSTEM ........................................ 122

Autostop Mode .............................................. 122

Possible Reasons The Engine

Does Not Autostop ........................................ 123

To Start The Engine While In Autostop

Mode .............................................................. 123

To Manually Turn Off The

Stop/Start System......................................... 124

To Manually Turn On The

Stop/Start System......................................... 124

System Malfunction ...................................... 124

CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED .... 125

Cruise Control — If Equipped........................ 125

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) —

If Equipped .................................................... 127

PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST

SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ....................................138

ParkSense Sensors....................................... 139

ParkSense Display ........................................ 139

ParkSense Warning Display ......................... 142

Enabling And Disabling ParkSense.............. 142

Service The ParkSense Park Assist System ...142

Cleaning The ParkSense System ................. 143

ParkSense System Usage Precautions........ 143

Side Distance Warning System.................... 144

PARKSENSE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST

SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .....................................146

Enabling And Disabling The ParkSense

Active Park Assist System............................. 147

Parallel/Perpendicular Parking Space

Assistance Operation.................................... 148

Exiting The Parking Space ............................ 150

LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED .............................151

LaneSense Operation ................................... 151

Turning LaneSense On Or Off....................... 152

LaneSense Warning Message...................... 152

Changing LaneSense Status ........................ 155

PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ...............156

REFUELING THE VEHICLE ..................................157

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VEHICLE LOADING ..............................................158

Certification Label ......................................... 158

TRAILER TOWING ................................................159

Common Towing Definitions......................... 160

Trailer Hitch Classification............................ 162

Trailer Towing Weights

(Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) .............. 163

Trailer And Tongue Weight ........................... 164

Towing Requirements ................................... 164

Towing Tips ................................................... 167

RECREATIONAL TOWING

(BEHIND MOTORHOME) .....................................168

Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle...168

Recreational Towing —

Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models ................. 169

Recreational Towing — 4x4 Models With

1-Speed Power Transfer Unit........................ 169

Recreational Towing — 4x4 Models With

2-Speed Power Transfer Unit........................ 170

DRIVING TIPS .......................................................173

On-Road Driving Tips..................................... 173

Off-Road Driving Tips..................................... 173

MULTIMEDIA

UCONNECT SYSTEMS .........................................176

CYBERSECURITY .................................................176

UCONNECT SETTINGS .........................................177

Customer Programmable Features.............. 177

UCONNECT INTRODUCTION ............................... 192

System Overview .......................................... 192

Drag & Drop Menu Bar ................................. 194

Safety And General Information................... 194

UCONNECT MODES............................................. 196

Steering Wheel Audio Controls..................... 196

Radio Mode .................................................. 196

Media Mode .................................................. 207

Phone Mode ................................................. 211

ANDROID AUTO™ & APPLE CARPLAY® —

IF EQUIPPED ........................................................ 224

Android Auto™ .............................................. 224

Apple CarPlay® ............................................. 226

Android Auto™ And Apple CarPlay®

Tips And Tricks .............................................. 228

CONNECTED VEHICLE SERVICES —

IF EQUIPPED ....................................................... 229

Is My Vehicle Connected?............................. 229

Introduction To Connected Vehicle

Services ........................................................ 229

Getting Started With Connected Vehicle

Services ......................................................... 231

Using SiriusXM Guardian™ .......................... 233

Manage My SiriusXM Guardian™ Account .. 249

CONNECTED SERVICES FAQs ........................... 249

Connected Services SOS FAQs .................... 249

Connected Services Remote Door

Lock/Unlock FAQs ........................................ 250

Connected Services Roadside

Assistance FAQs ........................................... 250

Connected Services Send & Go FAQs ......... 250

Connected Services Vehicle Finder FAQs ... 251

Connected Services Stolen Vehicle

Assistance FAQs ........................................... 251

Connected Services Remote

Vehicle Start FAQs ........................................ 251

Connected Services Remote

Horn & Lights FAQs ....................................... 252

Connected Services Account FAQs .............. 253

Data Collection & Privacy ............................. 255

RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES......255

Regulatory And Safety Information.............. 255

OFF-ROAD PAGES — IF EQUIPPED ....................256

Off-Road Pages Status Bar .......................... 257

Drivetrain ...................................................... 257

Pitch & Roll ................................................... 257

Accessory Gauges ........................................ 258

Selec-Terrain — If Equipped ......................... 258

SAFETY

SAFETY FEATURES ..............................................259

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 259

Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ....... 260

AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ..........................270

Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —

If Equipped .................................................... 270

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Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With

Mitigation — If Equipped ............................... 274

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .... 276

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ....................281

Occupant Restraint Systems Features ....... 281

Important Safety Precautions....................... 281

Seat Belt Systems ........................................ 282

Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) ...... 292

Child Restraints ............................................. 306

SAFETY TIPS ........................................................322

Transporting Passengers.............................. 322

Transporting Pets ......................................... 322

Safety Checks You Should Make

Inside The Vehicle ........................................ 322

Periodic Safety Checks You Should

Make Outside The Vehicle............................ 324

Exhaust Gas................................................... 325

Carbon Monoxide Warnings ......................... 325

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS .........................326

ASSIST AND SOS MIRROR — IF EQUIPPED .....326

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING..........................330

Preparations For Jacking .............................. 331

Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage .............. 331

Jacking Instructions ...................................... 332

TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED .................... 336

Tire Service Kit Storage ................................ 336

Tire Service Kit Components

And Operation................................................ 337

Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions ............. 337

Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit.............. 339

JUMP STARTING.................................................. 342

Preparations For Jump Start ........................ 342

Jump Starting Procedure .............................. 343

REFUELING IN EMERGENCY – IF EQUIPPED .. 344

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .......................... 345

GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE.............................. 346

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .............................. 347

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ......................... 348

Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models................. 349

4x4 Models With 1–Speed Power

Transfer Unit.................................................. 350

4x4 Models With 2–Speed Power

Transfer Unit.................................................. 350

Emergency Tow Hooks —If Equipped .......... 350

Recovery Strap — If Equipped ...................... 351

ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM

(EARS) .................................................................. 352

EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ........................ 352

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULED SERVICING ....................................353

Maintenance Plan......................................... 354

ENGINE COMPARTMENT ....................................357

2.0L Engine .................................................. 357

2.4L Engine .................................................. 358

3.2L Engine .................................................. 359

Checking Oil Level......................................... 360

Adding Washer Fluid .................................... 360

Maintenance-Free Battery ........................... 360

Pressure Washing ......................................... 361

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE .....................................361

Engine Oil ...................................................... 361

Engine Oil Filter ............................................. 362

Engine Air Cleaner Filter .............................. 362

Accessory Drive Belt Inspection................... 364

Air Conditioner Maintenance........................ 365

Body Lubrication ........................................... 367

Windshield Wiper Blades ............................. 367

Exhaust System ............................................ 370

Cooling System.............................................. 372

Brake System ............................................... 375

Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ....... 376

Fuses.............................................................. 377

Bulb Replacement ....................................... 386

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TIRES ....................................................................387

Tire Safety Information ................................ 387

Tires — General Information ......................... 395

Tire Types....................................................... 400

Spare Tires — If Equipped............................. 401

Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........................ 402

Snow Traction Devices ................................. 404

Tire Rotation Recommendations ................. 406

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM

TIRE QUALITY GRADES ......................................407

Treadwear...................................................... 407

Traction Grades............................................. 407

Temperature Grades..................................... 408

STORING THE VEHICLE ......................................408

BODYWORK..........................................................408

Protection From Atmospheric Agents .......... 408

Body And Underbody Maintenance.............. 409

Preserving The Bodywork ............................. 409

INTERIORS ...........................................................410

Seats And Fabric Parts.................................. 410

Plastic And Coated Parts .............................. 410

Leather Surfaces........................................... 411

Glass Surfaces .............................................. 411

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ........ 412

BRAKE SYSTEM................................................... 412

WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.. 412

Torque Specifications ................................... 412

FUEL REQUIREMENTS ........................................ 413

2.0L Engine ................................................... 414

2.4L And 3.2L Engines.................................. 414

Reformulated Gasoline ................................ 414

Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends......................... 414

Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ....415

CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications ...... 415

Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese

Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline...................... 415

Materials Added To Fuel............................... 415

Fuel System Cautions ................................... 416

FLUID CAPACITIES .............................................. 417

ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS................... 418

CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................ 420

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR

YOUR VEHICLE ....................................................421

Prepare For The Appointment ...................... 421

Prepare A List ................................................ 421

Be Reasonable With Requests..................... 421

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ................................421

FCA US LLC Customer Center....................... 422

FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center .............. 422

Mexico............................................................ 422

Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands ............... 422

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or

Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)......................... 422

Service Contract ........................................... 422

WARRANTY INFORMATION................................423

MOPAR® PARTS .................................................423

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ..........................423

In The 50 United States And

Washington, D.C............................................ 423

In Canada ...................................................... 424

PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ..........................424

General Information............................................425

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INTRODUCTION

Dear Customer,

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Jeep®. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality.

This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go places and perform tasks that are not intended for conventional passenger vehicles. It handles and

maneuvers differently from many passenger vehicles both on-road and off-road, so take time to become familiar with your vehicle. If equipped, the

two-wheel drive version of this vehicle was designed for on-road use only. It is not intended for off-road driving or use in other severe conditions suited

for a four-wheel drive vehicle. Before you drive this vehicle, read the Owner’s Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls, particularly those

used for braking, steering, transmission, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle handles on different road surfaces. Your driving skills will

improve with experience. When driving off-road, or working the vehicle, don’t overload the vehicle or expect the vehicle to overcome the natural laws

of physics. Always observe federal, state, provincial and local laws wherever you drive. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle

correctly may result in loss of control or a collision Ú page 173.

This Owner's Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance

of your vehicle. It is supplemented by customer-oriented documents. Within this information, you will find a description of the services that FCA US LLC

offers to its customers as well as the details of the terms and conditions for maintaining its validity. Please take the time to read all of these publications

carefully before driving your vehicle for the first time. Following the instructions, recommendations, tips, and important warnings in this manual will help

ensure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

This Owner’s Manual describes all versions of this vehicle. Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or versions are not expressly indicated

in the text. Therefore, you should only consider the information that is related to the trim level, engine, and version that you have purchased. Any content

introduced throughout the Owner’s Information, which may or may not be applicable to your vehicle, will be identified with the wording “If Equipped”.

All data contained in this publication are intended to help you use your vehicle in the best possible way. FCA US LLC aims at a constant improvement

of the vehicles produced. For this reason, it reserves the right to make changes to the model described for technical and/or commercial reasons. For

further information, contact an authorized dealer.

When it comes to service, remember that authorized dealers know your Jeep® best, have factory-trained technicians, genuine Mopar® parts, and care

about your satisfaction.

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SYMBOLS KEY

If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important

information. Observe all Cautions and Warnings.

ROLLOVER WARNING

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types

of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher

center of gravity than many passenger vehicles. It is capable of

performing better in a wide variety of off-road applications. Driven in an

unsafe manner, all vehicles can go out of control. Because of the higher

center of gravity, if this vehicle is out of control it may roll over while

some other vehicles may not.

Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or other unsafe driving

actions that can cause loss of vehicle control. Failure to operate this

vehicle safely may result in a collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe

or fatal injury. Drive carefully.

Rollover Warning Label

WARNING!

These statements are against operating

procedures that could result in a collision,

bodily injury and/or death.

CAUTION!

These statements are against procedures that

could result in damage to your vehicle.

NOTE:

A suggestion which will improve installation,

operation, and reliability. If not followed, may

result in damage.

TIP:

General ideas/solutions/suggestions on easier

use of the product or functionality.

PAGE REFERENCE

ARROW

Follow this reference for additional information

on a particular feature.

FOOTNOTE

Supplementary and relevant information

pertaining to the topic.

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Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major

cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the US government notes that the

universal use of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by

10,000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two

million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly

more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

SYMBOL GLOSSARY

Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating

precautions to be observed when using this component. It is important to

follow all warnings when operating your vehicle. See below for the

definition of each symbol. Ú page 82

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its

roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in

serious injury or death.

Red Warning Lights

Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light

Ú page 94

Air Bag Warning Light

Ú page 94

Brake Warning Light

Ú page 94

Battery Charge Warning Light

Ú page 95

Door Open Warning Light

Ú page 95

Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault Warning Light

Ú page 95

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light

Ú page 95

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Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

Ú page 96

Hood Open Warning Light

Ú page 96

Liftgate Open Warning Light

Ú page 96

Oil Pressure Warning Light

Ú page 96

Oil Temperature Warning Light

Ú page 96

Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If Equipped

Ú page 97

Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped

Ú page 97

Red Warning Lights

Yellow Warning Lights

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning Light —

If Equipped

Ú page 97

Electronic Park Brake Warning Light

Ú page 97

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

Ú page 97

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light —

If Equipped

Ú page 98

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light —

If Equipped

Ú page 98

Low Fuel Warning Light

Ú page 98

Low Washer Fluid Warning Light — If Equipped

Ú page 98

Service LaneSense Warning Light — If Equipped

Ú page 98

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LaneSense Warning Light — If Equipped

Ú page 98

Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)

Ú page 99

Service 4WD Warning Light — If Equipped

Ú page 99

Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light —

If Equipped

Ú page 99

Service Stop/Start System Warning Light

Ú page 99

Cruise Control Fault Warning Light

Ú page 100

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light

Ú page 100

Yellow Warning Lights

Yellow Indicator Lights

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Off Indicator Light —

If Equipped

Ú page 101

4WD LOW Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 101

Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light

Ú page 101

Green Indicator Lights

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Vehicle

Light — If Equipped

Ú page 101

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set Without Target Vehicle

Light — If Equipped

Ú page 101

Cruise Control Set Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 101

Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 101

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LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 101

Park/Headlight On Indicator Light

Ú page 102

Stop/Start Active Indicator Light

Ú page 102

Turn Signal Indicator Lights

Ú page 102

White Indicator Lights

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready Light — If Equipped

Ú page 102

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set Light — If Equipped

Ú page 102

Hill Descent Control (HDC) Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 102

Green Indicator Lights

LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 102

Selec-Speed Control Indicator Light — If Equipped

Ú page 102

Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light

Ú page 103

Blue Indicator Lights

High Beam Indicator Light

Ú page 103

White Indicator Lights

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

KEYS

KEY FOB

Your vehicle may be equipped with a standard

ignition key fob or a keyless ignition key fob.

The standard ignition key fob operates the

ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key

fob into the ignition switch located on the

instrument panel and rotate to the desired

position. The key fob also contains an

emergency key, which is stored in the rear of the

key fob.

Key Fob For Standard Ignition

Your vehicle may be equipped with a keyless

ignition key fob that supports Passive Entry,

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), Keyless

Enter-N-Go (if equipped), Remote Start (if

equipped), and power liftgate operation. This

type of key fob operates a START/STOP ignition

button system. This feature allows the driver to

operate the ignition switch with the push of a

button as long as the key fob is in the passenger

compartment.

1 — PANIC Button

2 — Unlock Button

3 — Lock Button

4 — Remote Start Button

5 — Emergency Key Location

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NOTE:

 The key fob may not be found if it is located

next to a mobile phone, laptop or other elec-

tronic device; these devices may block the

key fob’s wireless signal.

 The key fob allows you to lock or unlock the

doors and liftgate from distances up to

approximately 66 ft (20 m). The key fob does

not need to be pointed at the vehicle to acti-

vate the system.

Key Fob For Keyless Ignition

NOTE:

 In case the ignition switch does not change

with the push of a button, the key fob may

have a low or fully depleted battery. A low key

fob battery can be verified by referring to the

instrument cluster, which will display direc-

tions to follow.

 Improper disposal of key fob batteries may

be harmful to the environment. Please see

an authorized dealer for proper battery

disposal Ú page 425.

1 — Unlock Button

2 — Liftgate Button (If Equipped)

3 — Lock Button

4 — Remote Start Button (If Equipped)

5 — PANIC Button

6 — Emergency Key

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To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Liftgate

Push the interior door unlock button on the door

panel.

NOTE:

If the vehicle is unlocked using the interior door

panel, and no door is opened within 60

seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and if

equipped, the security system will arm. You can

change the current setting within the Uconnect

system Ú page 177.

Push and release the unlock button on the key

fob once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice

within five seconds to unlock all the doors and

the liftgate. To lock all the doors and the liftgate,

push the lock button once.

When the doors are unlocked, the turn signals

will flash and the illuminated entry system will

be activated. When the doors are locked, the

turn signals will flash and the horn will chirp.

This setting can be adjusted in the Uconnect

system Ú page 177.

Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob

The replacement battery is one CR2032

battery.

NOTE:

 Customers are recommended to use a

battery obtained from Mopar®. Aftermarket

coin battery dimensions may not meet the

original OEM coin battery dimensions.

 Perchlorate Material — special handling may

apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard-

ouswaste/perchlorate for further informa-

tion.

 Do not touch the battery terminals that are

on the back housing or the printed circuit

board.

1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the

mechanical latch on the back of the key

fob sideways with your thumb and then pull

the key out with your other hand.

Emergency Key Removal

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2. Separating key fob halves requires screw

removal (if equipped), and gently prying the

two halves of the key fob apart. Make sure

not to damage the seal during removal.

3. Remove the battery by turning the back

cover over (battery facing downward) and

tapping it lightly on a solid surface such as

a table or similar, then replace the battery.

When replacing the battery, match the (+)

sign on the battery to the (+) sign on the

inside of the battery clip, located on the

back cover. Avoid touching the new battery

with your fingers. Skin oils may cause

battery deterioration. If you touch a battery,

clean it with rubbing alcohol.

4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two

halves together, reposition and secure the

screw.

Programming And Requesting Additional

Key Fobs

Programming the key fob may be performed by

an authorized dealer.

NOTE:

 Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it

cannot be re-purposed and reprogrammed to

another vehicle.

 Only key fobs that are programmed to the

vehicle electronics can be used to start and

operate the vehicle. Once a key fob is

programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be

programmed to any other vehicle.

WARNING!

 The integrated key fob contains a coin cell

battery. Do not ingest the battery; there is a

chemical burn hazard. If the coin cell

battery is swallowed, it can cause severe

internal burns in just two hours and can

lead to death.

 If you think a battery may have been swal-

lowed or placed inside any part of the body,

seek immediate medical attention.

 Keep new and used batteries away from

children. If the battery compartment does

not close securely, stop using the product

and keep it away from children.

WARNING!

 Always remove the key fobs from the

vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the

vehicle unattended.

 For vehicles equipped with Keyless

Enter-N-Go Ignition, always remember to

place the ignition in the OFF position.

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Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an

authorized dealer. This procedure consists of

programming a blank key fob to the vehicle

electronics. A blank key fob is one that has

never been programmed.

NOTE:

When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer system

serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an

authorized dealer.

SENTRY KEY

The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents

unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling the

engine. The system does not need to be armed

or activated. Operation is automatic, regardless

of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.

The system uses a key fob, keyless push button

ignition and a Radio Frequency (RF) receiver to

prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.

Therefore, only key fobs that are programmed

to the vehicle can be used to start and operate

the vehicle. The system cannot reprogram a key

fob obtained from another vehicle.

After placing the ignition switch in the ON/RUN

position, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on

for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light

remains on after the bulb check, it indicates

that there is a problem with the electronics. In

addition, if the light begins to flash after the

bulb check, it indicates that someone

attempted to start the engine with an invalid key

fob. In the event that a valid key fob is used to

start the engine but there is an issue with the

vehicle electronics, the engine will start and

shut off after two seconds.

If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during

normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for

longer than ten seconds), it indicates that there

is a fault in the electronics. Should this occur,

have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by

an authorized dealer.

All of the key fobs provided with your new

vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle

electronics Ú page 425.

IGNITION SWITCH

IGNITION NODE MODULE (IGNM) —

I

F EQUIPPED

The Ignition Node Module (IGNM) operates

similar to an ignition switch. It has four

operating positions, three with detents and one

that is spring-loaded. The detent positions are

OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The START position is a

spring-loaded momentary contact position.

When released from the START position, the

switch automatically returns to the ON/RUN

position.

CAUTION!

The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not

compatible with some aftermarket remote

starting systems. Use of these systems may

result in vehicle starting problems and loss of

security protection.

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