Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C); Extended Park Starting; If Engine Fails To Start - Jeep 2014 Cherokee Owner's Manual

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starter will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. If this

occurs, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position,

wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the "Normal Starting"

Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C)

To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of

an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail-

able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.

NOTE: Extended Park condition occurs when the vehicle

has not been started or driven for at least 35 days.

1. Install a battery charger or jumper cables to the battery

to ensure a full battery charge during the crank cycle.

2. Place the ignition in the START position and release it

when the engine starts.

3. If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds, place the

ignition to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position, wait five

seconds to allow the starter to cool, then repeat the

Extended Park Starting procedure.

4. If the engine fails to start after 8 attempts, allow the

starter to cool for at least 10 minutes, then repeat the

• Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the

throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start

the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing

serious personal injury.

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