Jeep CHEROKEE 2017, Owner'S Manual

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DRIVING TIPS
On-Road Driving Tips
Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a nar-
rower track to make them capable of performing in a wide
variety of off-road applications. Specific design character-
istics give them a higher center of gravity than conven-
tional passenger cars.
An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view
of the road, allowing you to anticipate problems. They are not
designed for cornering at the same speeds as conventional
passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are
designed to perform satisfactorily in off-road conditions.
Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. As with other ve-
hicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may
result in loss of control or vehicle rollover.
Off-Road Driving Tips
NOTE: Prior to off-road driving with non-Summit models
that are also equipped with an Off Road Package, remove the
lower fascia to prevent damage. The lower fascia is attached to
the lower part of the front fascia with seven quarter turn
fasteners and can be removed by hand. The front license plate
bracket must be removed first if equipped.
NOTE: On Summit models the lower front fascia is not
removable.
Lower Front Fascia Removal:
1. Remove the seven quarter turn fasteners.
2. Starting on one side of the vehicle, disengage lower
fascia from the upper fascia. Grasp the portion inside
the wheel well. Pulling it downwards and toward you,
separate the tabs from the slots in the upper fascia.
Front Air Dam
1 — Front Bumper
2 — Front Air Dam Fasteners
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