Jeep Cherokee 2009, Operating Information Manual

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cause of repair or replacement, be sure to keep
a record of the reading before and after the
service so that the correct mileage can be
determined.
Vehicle Warning Messages
When the appropriate conditions exist, messages
such as “door” (for door ajar), “gATE” (for liftgate
ajar), “gLASS” (for flip-up glass ajar), “gASCAP”
(for fuel cap fault), or “CHANgE OIL” will display in
the odometer.
NOTE:
If the instrument cluster is equipped with the
optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC), then most warnings will display in the
EVIC.
Fuel Cap Fault Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that
the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or
damaged, the words “gASCAP” will display in the
odometer. If this occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap
properly and press the odometer reset button to
turn off the message. If the problem continues, the
message will appear the next time the vehicle is
started.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel
filler cap may also turn on the Malfunction Indica-
tor Light (MIL).
Change Oil Message (Base & Mid Line
Clusters Only)
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil
change indicator system. The “CHANgE OIL”
message will flash in the instrument cluster odom-
eter for approximately 12 seconds after a single
chime has sounded to indicate the next sched-
uled oil change interval. The engine oil change
indicator system is duty cycle based, which
means the engine oil change interval may fluctu-
ate dependent upon your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display
each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON
position. To turn off the message temporarily,
press and release the Trip Odometer button on the
instrument cluster. To reset the oil change indica-
tor system (after performing the scheduled main-
tenance) perform the following procedure:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position
(do not start the engine).
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly
three times within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion.
NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator sys-
tem did not reset. If necessary, repeat this
procedure.
28. Cruise Indicator Light — If Equipped
This indicator lights when the elec-
tronic speed control system is turned
on.
29. Transmission Range Indicator
This display indicator shows automatic transmis-
sion gear selection.
30. Seat Belt Reminder Light
This light will turn on for several seconds
after the ignition is turned ON as a re-
minder to “buckle up.” This light will re-
main on as long as the seat belt remains
unbuckled.
31. Brake System Warning Light
After ignition is turned on, illuminates to
indicate function check at vehicle start-
up. Indicates parking brake is applied. If
the light stays on when the parking brake
is off, it indicates a possible brake system fluid
leak or low pressure level, see your authorized
dealer immediately.
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