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To start the engine while in autostop mode – Jeep 2015 Cherokee - Owner Manual User Manual

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To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode

While in a forward gear, the engine will start when the

brake pedal is released or the throttle pedal is depressed.

The transmission will automatically re-engage upon en-

gine restart.
Conditions That Will Cause The Engine To Start Auto-
matically While In Autostop Mode:

• The transmission selector is moved out of DRIVE.
• To maintain cabin temperature comfort.
• HVAC is set to full defrost mode.
• HVAC system temperature or fan speed is manually

adjusted.

• Battery voltage drops too low.
• Low brake vacuum (e.g. after several brake pedal

applications).

• STOP/START OFF switch is pressed.
• A STOP/START system error occurs.
• 4WD system is put into 4LO mode.
Conditions That Force An Application Of The Electric
Park Brake While In Autostop Mode:

• The drivers door is open and brake pedal released.
• The drivers door is open and the drivers seat belt is

unbuckled.

• The engine hood has been opened.
• A STOP/START system error occurs.
If the Electric Park Brake is applied with the engine off,

the engine may require a manual restart and the electric

park brake may require a manual release (depress brake

pedal and press Electric Park Brake switch). Refer to

“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” or

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