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Grand Cherokee
OPERATING INFORMATION
Table of Contents
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INTRODUCTION
......................................................................3
2
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
..............................................9
3
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
.............................................65
4
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
.................................................153
5
STARTING AND OPERATING
............................................................245
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
..........................................................347
7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
...........................................................371
8
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
............................................................419
9
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
.....................................................431
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INDEX
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INTRODUCTION
• INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..............4
• ROLLOVER WARNING ...........................4
• IMPORTANT NOTICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..............5
• HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL . . . ....................6
• WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS . . . . ...................8
• VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER . . . . . . . . . . . . . .....8
• VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US
LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents pre-
cision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high
quality - all essentials that are traditional to our
vehicles.
This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go
places and perform tasks that conventional
passenger cars are not intended. It handles and
maneuvers differently from many passenger
cars both on-road and off-road, so take time to
become familiar with your vehicle.
The two-wheel drive version of this vehicle was
designed for on-road use only. It is not intended
for off-road driving or use in other severe con-
ditions suited for a four-wheel drive vehicle.
Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the
Owner’s Manual and all the Supplements. Be
sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls,
particularly those used for braking, steering,
and transmission and transfer case shifting.
Learn how your vehicle handles on different
road surfaces. Your driving skills will improve
with experience, but as in driving any vehicle,
take it easy as you begin. When driving off-road
or working the vehicle, don’t overload it or
expect it to overcome the forces of nature.
Always observe local laws wherever you drive.
As with other vehicles of this type, failure to
operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss
of control or a collision. Be sure to read the
“On-Road/ Off-Road Driving Tips” in “Starting
And Operating” for further information.
NOTE:
After reviewing the owner information, it
should be stored in the vehicle for conve-
nient referencing and remain with the ve-
hicle when sold.
Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may
result in loss of control or a collision.
Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds or
while intoxicated may result in loss of control,
collision with other vehicles or objects, going off
the road, or overturning; any of which may lead
to serious injury or death. Also, failure to use
seat belts subjects the driver and passengers to
a greater risk of injury or death.
To keep your vehicle running at its best, have
your vehicle serviced at recommended intervals
by an authorized dealer or distributor who has
the qualified personnel, special tools and equip-
ment to perform all service.
The manufacturer and its distributors are vitally
interested in your complete satisfaction with this
vehicle. If you encounter a service or warranty
problem which is not resolved to your satisfac-
tion, discuss the matter with your authorized
dealer or distributor’s management.
Your authorized dealer or distributor will be
happy to assist you with any questions about
your vehicle.
ROLLOVER WARNING
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher roll-
over rate than other types of vehicles. This
vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a
higher center of gravity than many passenger
vehicles. It is capable of performing better in a
wide variety of off-road applications. Driven in
an unsafe manner, all vehicles can go out of
control. Because of the higher center of gravity,
if this vehicle is out of control it may roll over
when some other vehicles may not.
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Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers,
or other unsafe driving actions that can cause
loss of vehicle control. Failure to operate this
vehicle safely may result in a collision, rollover
of the vehicle, and severe or fatal injury. Drive
carefully.
Failure to use the driver and passenger seat
belts provided is a major cause of severe or
fatal injury. In a rollover crash, an unbelted
person is significantly more likely to die than a
person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
ALL MATERIAL CONTAINED IN THIS PUBLI-
CATION IS BASED ON THE LATEST INFOR-
MATION AVAILABLE AT TIME OF PUBLICA-
TION APPROVAL. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED
TO PUBLISH REVISIONS AT ANY TIME.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with
the assistance of service and engineering spe-
cialists to acquaint you with the operation and
maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supple-
mented by a Warranty Information Booklet and
various customer-oriented documents. You are
urged to read these publications carefully. Fol-
lowing the instructions and recommendations in
this Owner’s Manual will help assure safe and
enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
After you have read the Owner’s Manual, it
should be stored in the vehicle for convenient
reference and remain with the vehicle when
sold.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make
changes in design and specifications, and/or to
make additions to or improvements in its prod-
ucts without imposing any obligations upon
itself to install them on products previously
manufactured.
The Owner’s Manual illustrates and describes
the features that are standard or available as
extra cost options. Therefore, some of the
equipment and accessories in this publication
may not appear on your vehicle.
NOTE:
Be sure to read the Owner’s Manual first
before driving your vehicle and before at-
taching or installing parts/accessories or
making other modifications to the vehicle.
In view of the many replacement parts and
accessories from various manufacturers avail-
able on the market, the manufacturer cannot be
certain that the driving safety of your vehicle will
not be impaired by the attachment or installation
of such parts. Even if such parts are officially-
approved (for example, by a general operating
permit for the part or by constructing the part in
an officially approved design), or if an individual
Rollover Warning Label
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operating permit was issued for the vehicle after
the attachment or installation of such parts, it
cannot be implicitly assumed that the driving
safety of your vehicle is unimpaired. Therefore,
neither experts nor official agencies are liable.
The manufacturer only assumes responsibility
when parts, which are expressly authorized or
recommended by the manufacturer, are at-
tached or installed at an authorized dealer. The
same applies when modifications to the original
condition are subsequently made on the manu-
facturer’s vehicles.
Your warranties do not cover any part that the
manufacturer did not supply. Nor do they cover
the cost of any repairs or adjustments that might
be caused or needed because of the installation
or use of non-manufacturer parts, components,
equipment, materials, or additives. Nor do your
warranties cover the costs of repairing damage
or conditions caused by any changes to your
vehicle that do not comply with the manufactur-
ers specifications.
When it comes to service, remember that your
authorized dealer knows your Jeep® vehicle
best, has factory-trained technicians and genu-
ine MOPAR® parts, and cares about your sat-
isfaction.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the Table of Contents to determine
which section contains the information you de-
sire.
Since the specification of your vehicle depends
on the items of equipment ordered, certain
descriptions and illustrations may differ from
your vehicle’s equipment.
The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s
Manual contains a complete listing of all sub-
jects.
Consult the following table for a description of
the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or
throughout this Owner’s Manual:
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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS
against operating procedures that could result
in a collision, bodily injury and/or death. It also
contains CAUTIONS against procedures that
could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do
not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may
miss important information. Observe all Warn-
ings and Cautions.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is
found on a plate located on the left front corner
of the instrument panel pad, visible from outside
of the vehicle through the windshield. This num-
ber also is stamped into the right front body,
behind the right front seat. Move the right front
seat forward and lift battery cover to view the
stamped VIN.
The VIN is also stamped on either right or left
hand side of the engine block.
NOTE:
It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/
ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this ve-
hicle could seriously affect its roadworthi-
ness and safety and may lead to a collision
resulting in serious injury or death.
VIN Location
Right Front Body VIN Location
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING
YOUR VEHICLE
• A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ......................11
• Keyless Push Button Ignition......................11
• RKEKeyFob...............................11
• Ignition Or Accessory On Message ..................12
• STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED ..............13
• SENTRY KEY ................................13
• Replacement RKE Key Fobs ......................14
• Customer RKE Key Fob Programming ................14
• VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . .14
• To Arm The System ...........................14
• To Disarm The System .........................14
• Tamper Alert ...............................15
• Security System Manual Override ...................15
• PREMIUM VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . . . .15
• To Arm The System ...........................16
• To Disarm The System .........................16
• Security System Manual Override ...................17
• ILLUMINATED ENTRY ...........................17
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• REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) . . . . . ................17
• To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate .....................18
• To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ......................18
• Programming Additional RKE Key Fobs .................18
• RKE Key Fob Battery Replacement ....................18
• DOOR LOCKS . . . . . .............................19
• Power Door Locks ..............................20
• Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors ..........21
• KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — PASSIVE ENTRY . . . . ...........22
• WINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
• Power Windows ...............................25
• Wind Buffeting ................................27
• LIFTGATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . .......................27
• Power Liftgate — If Equipped .......................28
• OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
• Important Safety Precautions .......................29
• Seat Belt Systems ..............................30
• Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ..................39
• Child Restraints — Carrying Children Safely ..............47
• Transporting Pets ..............................60
• ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . . .............60
• SAFETY TIPS . . . . . .............................61
• Transporting Passengers ..........................61
• Exhaust Gas .................................61
• Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle ..........62
• Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle . . .63
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system.
This system includes a RKE Key Fob and a
Keyless Push Button Ignition.
Keyless Push Button Ignition
This feature allows the driver to operate the
ignition with the push of a button, as long as the
RKE Key Fob is in the passenger compartment.
The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four
operating positions; three of which are labeled
and will illuminate when in position. The three
positions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The
fourth position is START, during start RUN will
illuminate.
NOTE:
In case the ignition position does not
change with the push of a button, the RKE
Key Fob may have a low or dead battery. In
this situation, a back up method can be used
to operate the keyless push button ignition.
Put the nose side (side opposite of the
emergency key) of the RKE Key Fob against
the keyless ignition push button and push to
operate the ignition.
RKE Key Fob
The RKE Key Fob contains an emergency key,
which stores in the rear of the RKE Key Fob.
The emergency key allows for entry into the
vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the
RKE Key Fob go dead. The emergency key is
also for locking the glove compartment. You can
keep the emergency key with you when valet
parking.
To remove the emergency key, slide the me-
chanical latch at the top of the RKE Key Fob
sideways with your thumb and then pull the key
out with your other hand.
NOTE:
You can insert the double-sided emergency
key into the lock cylinders with either side
up.
Keyless Push Button Ignition
RKE Key Fob With Emergency Key
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Ignition Or Accessory On Message
When opening the driver’s door when the igni-
tion is in ACC or ON (engine not running), a
chime will sound to remind you to cycle the
ignition to OFF. In addition to the chime, the
ignition or accessory on message will display in
the cluster.
NOTE:
With the Uconnect system, the power win-
dow switches, radio, power sunroof (if
equipped), and power outlets will remain
active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition
is placed in the OFF position. Opening either
front door will cancel this feature. The time
for this feature is programmable. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for further informa-
tion.
WARNING!
• Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the
transmission into PARK, apply the parking
brake, turn the engine OFF, remove the
RKE Key Fob from the ignition and lock
your vehicle. If equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go, always make sure the keyless
ignition node is in “OFF” mode, remove the
RKE Key Fob from the vehicle and lock the
vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat-
tended is dangerous for a number of rea-
sons. A child or others could be seriously
or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.
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WARNING!
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• Do not leave the RKE Key Fob in or near
the vehicle, or in a location accessible to
children, and do not leave the ignition of a
vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go
in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
• Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior
heat build-up may cause serious injury or
death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation. Always
remove the RKE Key Fobs from vehicle,
place the ignition in the OFF position and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat-
tended.
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STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF
EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive
electronic steering wheel lock. This lock pre-
vents steering the vehicle with the ignition OFF.
The steering wheel lock releases with the igni-
tion On. If the lock does not disengage and the
vehicle does not start, turn the wheel to the left
and right to disengage the lock.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents
unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling the
engine. The system does not need to be armed
or activated. Operation is automatic, regardless
of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.
The system a factory-mated RKE Key Fob, a
Keyless Push Button Ignition and a RF receiver
to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.
Therefore, only RKE Key Fobs that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and
operate the vehicle. The system will not allow
the engine to crank with an invalid RKE Key
Fob.
After placing the ignition to the ON/RUN posi-
tion, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for
three seconds for a bulb check. If the light
remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that
there is a problem with the system. In addition,
if the light begins to flash after the bulb check, it
indicates that someone tried to use an invalid
RKE Key Fob to start the engine. Either of these
conditions will result in the engine being shut off
after two seconds.
If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during
normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for
longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there
is a fault in the system. Should this occur, have
the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by an
authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
• Do not make modifications or alterations to
the immobilizer system. Modifications or
alterations to the immobilization system
may result in a loss of security protection.
• The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not
compatible with some aftermarket remote
starting systems. Use of these systems
may result in vehicle starting problems and
loss of security protection.
All of the RKE Key Fobs provided with your new
vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle
electronics.
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Replacement RKE Key Fobs
NOTE:
Only RKE Key Fobs that are programmed to
the vehicle electronics can be used to start
and operate the vehicle. Once a RKE Key
Fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
• Always remove the RKE Key Fobs from
the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving
the vehicle unattended.
• With Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition, al-
ways remember to place the ignition in the
OFF position.
Duplication of RKE Key Fobs may be performed
at an authorized dealer.
NOTE:
When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer
system serviced, bring all vehicle ignition
keys with you to an authorized dealer.
Customer RKE Key Fob
Programming
Programming RKE Key Fobs may be performed
at an authorized dealer.
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM —
IF EQUIPPED
This Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the ve-
hicle doors, hood, liftgate and ignition for unau-
thorized operation. When the alarm is armed,
the interior switches for door locks, and power
liftgate are disabled. If something triggers the
alarm, the Vehicle Security Alarm will provide
the following audible and visible signals: the
horn will pulse, and the park lamps and/or turn
signals will flash.
To Arm The System
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security
Alarm:
1. Make sure the vehicles ignition is cycled to
the “OFF” position (refer to "Starting Proce-
dures" in "Starting And Operating" for further
information).
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-
Go, make sure the vehicle ignition system is
OFF.
2. Perform one of the following methods to lock
the vehicle:
• Push LOCK
button on the interior power
door lock switch with the driver and/or pas-
senger door open.
• Push the LOCK
button on the exterior
Passive Entry Door Handle with a valid Key
Fob available in the same exterior zone (refer
to "Keyless Enter-N-Go" in "Things To Know
Before Starting Your Vehicle" for further
information).
• Push the LOCK
button on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) Key Fob.
3. If any doors are open, close them.
To Disarm The System
The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed
using any of the following methods:
• Push the UNLOCK
button on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) Key Fob.
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• Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle
(if equipped, refer to "Keyless Enter-N-Go" in
"Things To Know Before Starting Your Ve-
hicle" for further information).
• Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the
OFF position.
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-
N-Go, push the Keyless Enter-N-Go
START/STOP button (requires at least one
valid Key Fob in the vehicle).
NOTE:
• The driver’s door key cylinder and the
liftgate button on the RKE Key Fob cannot
arm or disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
• The Vehicle Security Alarm remains
armed during power liftgate entry. Push-
ing the liftgate button will not disarm the
Vehicle Security Alarm. If someone enters
the vehicle through the liftgate and opens
any door the alarm will sound.
• When the Vehicle Security Alarm is
armed, the interior power door lock
switches will not unlock the doors.
The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to pro-
tect your vehicle; however, you can create
conditions where the system will give you a
false alarm. If one of the previously described
arming sequences has occurred, the Vehicle
Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether
you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the
vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If
this occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the
battery becomes disconnected, the Vehicle Se-
curity Alarm will remain armed when the battery
is reconnected; the exterior lights will flash, the
horn will sound. If this occurs, disarm the Ve-
hicle Security Alarm.
Tamper Alert
If something has triggered the Vehicle Security
Alarm in your absence, the horn will sound three
times and the exterior lights blink three times
when you unlock the doors. Check the vehicle
for tampering.
Security System Manual Override
The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you
lock the doors using the manual door lock
plunger.
PREMIUM VEHICLE SECURITY
ALARM — IF EQUIPPED
The Premium Vehicle Security Alarm system
monitors the doors, hood latch, and liftgate for
unauthorized entry and the ignition switch for
unauthorized operation. The system also in-
cludes a dual function intrusion sensor and
vehicle tilt sensor. The intrusion sensor moni-
tors the vehicle interior for motion. The vehicle
tilt sensor monitors the vehicle for any tilting
actions (tow away, tire removal, ferry transport,
etc). A siren with battery backup which senses
interruptions of power and communications is
also included.
If a perimeter violation triggers the security
system, the siren will sound for 29 seconds and
the exterior lights will flash followed by approxi-
mately five seconds of no activity. This will
continue for eight cycles if no action is taken to
disarm the system.
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To Arm The System
Follow these steps to arm the security alarm:
1. Remove the key from the ignition system
(refer to "Starting Procedures" in "Starting
And Operating" for further information).
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-
Go, make sure the vehicle ignition system is
"OFF."
• For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-
N-Go, make sure the vehicle ignition system is
"OFF" and the key is physically removed from
the ignition.
2. Perform one of the following methods to lock
the vehicle:
• Push LOCK on the interior power door lock
switch with the driver and/or passenger door
open.
• Push the LOCK button on the exterior Passive
Entry Door Handle with a valid Key Fob avail-
able in the same exterior zone (refer to "Keyless
Enter-N-Go" in "Things To Know Before Starting
Your Vehicle" for further information).
• Push the LOCK button on the Remote Key-
less Entry (RKE) Key Fob.
3. If any doors are open, close them.
NOTE:
• Once the security system is armed, it
remains in that state until you disarm it by
following either of the disarming proce-
dures described. If a power loss occurs
after arming the system, you must disarm
the system after restoring power to pre-
vent alarm activation.
• The ultrasonic intrusion sensor (motion
detector) actively monitors your vehicle
every time you arm the security system. If
you prefer, you can turn off the ultrasonic
intrusion sensor when arming the secu-
rity system. To do so, push the LOCK
button on the RKE Key Fob three times
within 15 seconds of arming the system
(while the Vehicle Security Light is flash-
ing rapidly).
To Disarm The System
The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed
using any of the following methods:
• Push the UNLOCK button on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) Key Fob.
• Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle
(if equipped, refer to "Keyless Enter-N-Go" in
"Things To Know Before Starting Your Ve-
hicle" for further information).
• Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the
OFF position.
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-
N-Go, push the Keyless Enter-N-Go Start/
Stop button (requires at least one valid
Key Fob in the vehicle).
• For vehicles not equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go, insert a valid key into the
ignition switch and turn the key to the ON
position.
NOTE:
• The driver’s door key cylinder and the
liftgate button on the RKE Key Fob cannot
arm or disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
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