Jeep Cherokee 2009 Operating Information Manual page 85

the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position.
Opening either front door will cancel this feature.
For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power
sunroof switch will remain active for up to 10
minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the
LOCK position. Opening either front door will
cancel this feature. The time is programmable. For
details, refer to "Delay Power Off to Accessories
Until Exit," under "Personal Settings (Customer
Programmable Features)" under "Electronic Ve-
hicle Information Center (EVIC)" in Section 4 of
this manual.
SKY SLIDER FULL LENGTH OPEN
ROOF
The Sky Slider is a full-length, soft-top, power
roof that opens front to rear or rear to front.
Sky Slider Usage Precautions
NOTE:
• The system prohibits Sky Slider operation
when ambient temperature is at –4°F (–20°C)
or lower.
• The system prohibits Sky Slider operation
at vehicle speeds of 86 mph (138 km/h) or
above.
• Opening and closing the Sky Slider con-
secutively without the engine running may
run the battery down.
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CAUTION!
• Never attempt to open or close the Sky
Slider when it is frozen. Wait until the Sky
Slider is thawed before operating.
• Opening the Sky Slider when damp, wet, or
dirty can cause stains, mildew, and damage to
the soft-top material and the inside of your
vehicle. Make sure the Sky Slider
before opening.
• Always close the Sky Slider when leaving
your vehicle so as not to leave the interior
exposed to potentially damaging outdoor con-
ditions.
• Do not leave the Sky Slider open for several
weeks at a time. Close it occasionally to
prevent discoloration in the folds of the fabric
and to allow the creases to smooth out. This is
especially important if the Sky Slider was
opened when not completely dry.
Failure to follow these cautions can cause dam-
age to the Sky Slider, vehicle contents, and the
vehicle interior.
WARNING!
• In an accident, there is a greater risk of being
thrown from a vehicle with the Sky Slider open.
Always fasten your seat belt properly and make
sure all passengers are properly secured too.
• Before operating the Sky Slider,
that no moving parts of the Sky Slider
injure a person or animal.
• Never place any extremities (hands, feet, etc.)
is dry
near the Sky Slider components or the roof
area while operating the Sky Slider.
• If potential danger exists while opening or clos-
ing the Sky Slider in Automatic Mode, press
and release the switch immediately to interrupt
the operation.
• If potential danger exists while opening or clos-
ing the Sky Slider in Operator Mode, release
the switch immediately to interrupt the opera-
tion.
• Do not allow small children to operate the Sky
Slider.
• Never leave children in a vehicle, with the key in
the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly un-
attended children, can become entrapped by
the Sky Slider while operating the Power Top
switch. Such entrapment may result in serious
injury or death.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in
injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you.
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