Brake System; Electronic Brake Control System - Jeep 2015 Cherokee Operating Information Manual

When brake service work is complete, the fol-
lowing steps must be followed to reset the
parking brake system to normal operation:
• Ensure the vehicle is at a standstill.
• Press the brake pedal with moderate force.
• Apply the Electric Parking Brake Switch.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or
around a motor vehicle. Do only that service
work for which you have the knowledge and
the right equipment. If you have any doubt
about your ability to perform a service job,
take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.

BRAKE SYSTEM

Your vehicle is equipped with dual
hydraulic brake systems. If either
of the two hydraulic systems loses
normal capability, the remaining
system will still function. However,
there will be some loss of overall
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braking effectiveness. This will be evident by
increased pedal travel during application and
greater pedal force required to slow or stop the
vehicle. In addition, if the malfunction is caused
by a leak in the hydraulic system, the "Brake
Warning Light" will turn on as the brake fluid
level drops in the master cylinder.
In the event power assist is lost for any reason
(i.e., repeated brake applications with the en-
gine OFF) the brakes will still function. However,
the effort required to brake the vehicle will be
much greater than that required with the power
system operating.
WARNING!
• Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure
and possibly a collision. Driving with your
foot resting or riding on the brake pedal
can result in abnormally high brake tem-
peratures, excessive lining wear, and pos-
sible brake damage. You would not have
your full braking capacity in an emergency.
WARNING! (Continued)
• Driving a vehicle with the "Brake Warning
Light" on is dangerous. A significant de-
crease in braking performance or vehicle
stability during braking may occur. It will
take you longer to stop the vehicle or will
make your vehicle harder to control. You
could have a collision. Have the vehicle
checked immediately.
ELECTRONIC BRAKE
CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced
electronic brake control system commonly re-
ferred to as ESC. This system includes Anti-
Lock Brake System (ABS), Traction Control
System (TCS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Hill
Start Assist (HSA), Electronic Roll Mitigation
(ERM), and Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
These systems work together to enhance both
vehicle stability and control in various driving
conditions.
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