In this article, we take a detailed look at the fuse box diagrams and relay assignments for the Jeep Cherokee (third generation; chassis code KJ) covering model years 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007.
Interior fuses No. 3 and No. 16 supply power to the cigarette lighter and auxiliary power outlets.
Engine Compartment
The Power Distribution Center (fuse box) is located near the battery, under a protective cover.
General view.
Diesel Engines
Fuse and relay assignment in models equipped with diesel engines.
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| No. | Description | Rating |
| R29 | Fuel Heater Relay | - |
| R30 | Starter Relay | - |
| R31 | Wiper On/Off Relay | - |
| R32 | Wiper High/Low Relay | - |
| R33 | HVAC Blower Relay | - |
| R34 | Radiator Fan High Relay | - |
| R35 | A/C Clutch Relay | - |
| R36 | Viscous Heater Relay | - |
| R37 | Unused | - |
| R38 | Unused | - |
| R39 | Auto Shut Down (ASD) Relay | - |
| R40 | Radiator Fan Low Relay | - |
| 1 | Blower Motor | 40 A |
| 2 | Radiator Fan | 40 A |
| 3 | Junction Block Power | 50 A |
| 4 | ABS Pump | 40 A |
| 5 | Unused | - |
| 6 | Auto Shut Down (ASD) | 30 A |
| 7 | Junction Block Power | 50 A |
| 8 | Ignition / Start | 40 A |
| 9 | Junction Block Power | 50 A |
| 10 | Trailer Tow Package | 30 A |
| 11 | Fuel Heater | 20 A |
| 12 | Light Bar | 30 A |
| 13 | Power Windows | 40 A |
| 14 | Ignition Switch | 40 A |
| 15 | Junction Block Power | 50 A |
| 16 | Auto Shut Down (ASD) Feed | 15 A |
| 17 | Unused | - |
| 18 | Unused | - |
| 19 | Rear Window Defogger (HBL) | 30 A |
| 20 | Unused | - |
| 21 | A/C Clutch | 20 A |
| 22 | Unused | - |
| 23 | Unused | - |
| 24 | Unused | - |
| 25 | ABS Valves | 20 A |
| 26 | Spare | 25 A |
| 27 | Unused | - |
| 28 | Starter Motor | 15 A |
Gasoline Engines
Fuse and relay assignment in models equipped with gasoline engines.
| Diagram | ||
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| No. | Description | Rating |
| R29 | Fuel Pump Relay | - |
| R30 | Starter Relay | - |
| R31 | Wiper On/Off Relay | - |
| R32 | Wiper High/Low Relay | - |
| R33 | HVAC Blower Relay | - |
| R34 | Radiator Fan High Relay | - |
| R35 | A/C Clutch Relay | - |
| R36 | Unused | - |
| R37 | NGC Transmission Relay | - |
| R38 | Unused | - |
| R39 | Auto Shut Down (ASD) Relay | - |
| R40 | Radiator Fan Low Relay | - |
| 1 | Blower Motor | 40 A |
| 2 | Radiator Fan | 40 A |
| 3 | Junction Block Power | 50 A |
| 4 | ABS Pump | 40 A |
| 5 | NGC Transmission Control Module | 20 A |
| 6 | Auto Shut Down (ASD) | 30 A |
| 7 | Junction Block Power | 50 A |
| 8 | Ignition / Start | 40 A |
| 9 | Junction Block Power | 50 A |
| 10 | Trailer Tow Package | 30 A |
| 11 | Unused | - |
| 12 | Light Bar | 30 A |
| 13 | Power Windows | 40 A |
| 14 | Ignition Switch | 40 A |
| 15 | Junction Block Power | 50 A |
| 16 | Unused | - |
| 17 | Unused | - |
| 18 | Unused | - |
| 19 | Rear Window Defogger (HBL) | 30 A |
| 20 | Unused | - |
| 21 | A/C Clutch | 20 A |
| 22 | Unused | - |
| 23 | Unused | - |
| 24 | Fuel Pump | 20 A |
| 25 | ABS Valves | 20 A |
| 26 | Fuel Injectors | 25 A |
| 27 | Unused | - |
| 28 | Starter Motor | 15 A |
Passenger Compartment
The fuse panel is located on the driver’s side end of the instrument panel.
General view (front panel).
| Diagram | ||
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| No. | Description | Rating |
| Front Panel | ||
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| R1 | High Beam Headlamp Relay | - |
| R2 | Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) Relay | - |
| 1 | Horn, Sunroof, Power Windows | 15 A |
| 2 | Rear Fog Lamps (Export) | 10 A |
| 3 | Cigarette Lighter | 20 A |
| 4 | Right Low Beam Headlamp | 10 A |
| 5 | Left Low Beam Headlamp | 10 A |
| 6 | Body Control Module (BCM) / Power Door Locks | 20 A |
| 7 |
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10 A |
| 8 | Unused | - |
| 9 |
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10 A |
| 10 | Unused | - |
| 11 | Turn Signal / Hazard Flasher | 15 A |
| 12 | Stop Lamps | 15 A |
| 13 | BCM / CMTC / Instrument Cluster / Passenger Airbag Off Indicator / Auto-Dimming Mirror | 10 A |
| 14 | PDC: Fuel Pump / A/C Clutch / Starter Relay / Engine Controller / Transmission Controller (Diesel only) | 10 A |
| 15 | Unused | - |
| 16 | Rear 12V Power Outlet | 20 A |
| 17 | Rear Wiper Motor | 15 A |
| 18 | Radio Choke Filter & Relay | 20 A |
| 19 | Front Fog Lamps / Trailer Tow Stop & Turn Signal Lamps | 20 A |
| 20 | Unused | - |
| 21 | Radio Head Unit | 10 A |
| 22 | Power Sunroof / Power Antenna Module (Export only) | 20 A |
| 23 | Unused | - |
| 24 | PDC Blower Motor Control | 10 A |
| 25 | Heated Seat Switches / HVAC Control Unit / Trailer Tow Battery Charge | 10 A |
| 26 | Right High Beam Headlamp | 10 A |
| 27 | Left High Beam Headlamp | 10 A |
| 28 | Unused | - |
| 29 | Heated Mirrors / Rear Defroster Indicator | 10 A |
| 30 | Heated Seat Module | 15 A |
| 31 | Unused | - |
| 32 | Wiper Switch / Front & Rear Wipers | 10 A |
| 33 | Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) / Data Link Connector (DLC) | 10 A |
| 34 | Body Control Module / Instrument Cluster / Interior Lamps / Hands-Free Module / Radio / CMTC / ITM Module & Siren (Export only) | 15 A |
| 35 | Unused | - |
| 36 | Airbag Control Module / Occupant Classification Module (Right Front Seat) | 10 A |
| 37 | Airbag Control Module | 10 A |
| 38 | ABS Controller / Transmission Shifter Assembly | 10 A |
| 39 | Hazard Flasher / Backup Lamp Switch (Manual Transmission) / Transmission Range Switch (Automatic Transmission) | 10 A |
| Rear Panel | ||
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| R1 | Power Window Relay | - |
| R2 | Rear Window Defogger Relay | - |
| R3 | Low Beam Headlamp Relay | - |
| R4 | Power Sunroof Relay | - |
| R5 | Front Fog Lamp Relay | - |
| R6 | Door Lock Relay | - |
| R7 | Unused | - |
| R8 | Horn Relay | - |
| R9 | Passenger Door Unlock Relay | - |
| R10 | Rear Fog Lamp Relay | - |
| R11 | Parking Lamp Relay | - |
| R12 | Driver Door Unlock Relay | - |
| CB1 | Power Seats Circuit Breaker | 25 A |
| CB2 | Unused | - |
| CB3 | Front Wiper On/Off Relay, Front Wiper High/Low Relay, Front Wiper Motor Circuit Breaker | 20 A |