Jeep Cherokee 1977, Owner'S Manual

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Parking Brake
T1e step-on parking brake pedal mechanically operates cab­
les to the rear brakes when applied. To set parking brakes,
push the service brake pedal down with the right foot at the
s,1me time you apply the parking brakes with your left foot.
Before driving, release parking brakes by pulling out on the
Brake Release lever. If possible, avoid using parking brakes
in lreezing weather or when brakes are known to be
ovt1rheated.
A1ways apply parking brake fully when leaving the vehicle
unattended, and especially when parking on inclines, or when
11wpecting or working under the hood or anywhere around
th(, vehicle.
Perking Brake Warning Light
H,e parking brake warning light will glow when the parking
t,1 ake is set and the Ignition is in the on position. It will
r.;,)ntinue to glow until the parking brake is released. (Same
t'ght as for brake system warning.)
NOTE:
Place automatic transmission in Park or manual
transmission in Reverse when leaving your vehicle and set
the parking brake.
Twelve Ways to Save Gasoline
1 First, determine to drive in a manner that saves fuel,
attitude is an important element of economy driving.
2. Avoid "jack-rabbit"' starts. Acceleration should be
smooth with either manual or automatic transmission,
getting into high gear early. Up to five times as much fuel
can be used in a full throttle start.
3 Hold a steady accelerator pedal position when possible.
Steady speeds are ideal for economy; unnecessary
speed wastes gas. Fuel economy in most vehicles, when
driven at a steady speed, drops gradually as speed in­
creases above 40 mph and drops fairly rapidly above 55
mph.
4. Watch traffic conditions ahead to anticipate speed
changes. Losing vehicle momentum means extra gaso­
line must be consumed to regain it. Good drivers avoid
braking by adjusting speed to traffic flow.
5. Choose routes which avoid stop-and-go traffic, if pos­
sible. Starting from a stop uses much more fuel than
cruising at a steady speed.
6. Accelerate gradually before going uphill to build up mo­
mentum and avoid the need to open the throttle
unnecessarily.
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