Jeep Cherokee (XJ): General information
An overhead console featuring a mini trip computer,
an electronic compass, and an outside ambient
temperature thermometer is an available factory-installed
option on this model. Refer to 8W-49 - Overhead
Console in Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams for
complete circuit descriptions and diagrams.
NOTE: This group covers both Left-Hand Drive
(LHD) and Right-Hand Drive (RHD) versions of this
model. Whenever required and feasible, the RHD
versions of affected vehicle components have been
constructed as mirror-image of the LHD versions.
While most of the illustrations used in this group
represent only the LHD version, the diagnostic and
service procedures outlined can generally be
applied to either version. Exceptions to this rule
have been clearly identified as LHD or RHD, if a
special illustration or procedure is required. The overhead console for this model includes a
mini trip computer, an electronic compass, and an
outside ambient temperature thermometer. The overhead
console also houses two front-mounted and two
rear-mounted reading and courtesy lamps, a garage
door opener storage bin, and a sunglasses storage
bin.
On models equipped with the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) option, the RKE receiver is also located
within the overhead console housing. Refer to Group
8P - Power Lock Systems for more information on
this feature.
Following are general descriptions of the major
components used in the overhead console. Refer to
the owner's manual in the vehicle glove box for more
information on the features, use and operation of the
various overhead console components.Introduction
Overhead console
Other materials:
Headlight Switch. Automatic Headlights. Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
Headlight Switch
The headlight switch is located
on the left side of
the instrument panel. This switch controls the
operation of the headlights, parking lights, automatic
headlights - if equipped, instrument panel lights,
instrument panel light dimming, interior lights and fog
lights - if equ ...