After Starting; Stop/Start System - If Equipped; Automatic Mode - Jeep 2016 Cherokee Owner's Manual

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With Tip Start

If the engine fails to start after you have followed the

Normal Starting , "Extreme Cold Weather and Ex-

tended Park Starting procedures, it may be flooded. To

clear any excess fuel;

1. Press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and

2. Cycle the ignition to the START position and release it

as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will

disengage automatically in 10 seconds.

3. Once this occurs, release the accelerator pedal.

4. Cycle the ignition to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15

seconds, then repeat the "Normal Starting" procedure.

To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15

seconds before trying again.

After Starting

The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will

decrease as the engine warms up.

STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED

The Stop/Start function is developed to reduce fuel

consumption. The system will stop the engine automati-

cally during a vehicle stop if the required conditions are

met. Releasing the brake pedal or pressing the accelerator

pedal will automatically re-start the engine.

The Stop/Start feature is enabled after every normal

customer engine start. At that time, the system will go

I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :

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