2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE four wheel drive

If you stall or begin to lose headwaywhile climbing a
steep hill, allow your vehicle to come to a stop and
immediately apply the brakes. Restart the engine and
shift to R (Reverse). Back slowly down the hill allowing
the compression braking of the engine to help regulate
your speed. If the brakes are required to control vehicle
speed, apply them lightly and avoid locking or skidding
the tires.
WARNING!
If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot
make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, never
attempt to turn around. To do so may result in
tipping and rolling the vehicle. Always back care-
fully straight down a hill in R (Reverse) gear. Never
back down a hill in N (Neutral) using only the brake.
Remember, never drive diagonally across a hill-always
drive straight up or down.
If the wheels start to slip as you approach the crest of a
hill, ease off the accelerator and maintain headway by
turning the front wheels slowly. This may provide a fresh
“bite” into the surface and will usually provide traction
to complete the climb.
Traction Downhill
Shift the transmission into a low gear and the transfer
case to 4WD LOW range. Let the vehicle go slowly down
the hill with all four wheels turning against engine
compression drag. This will permit you to control the
vehicle speed and direction.
When descending mountains or hills, repeated braking
can cause brake fade with loss of braking control. Avoid
repeated heavy braking by downshifting the transmis-
sion whenever possible.
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CAUTION!
After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al-
ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent
moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem,
which could damage the wheel rim sensor.
NOTE:
•The TPM system can inform the driver of a low tire
pressure condition.
•The TPM system is not intended to replace normal tire
care and maintenance, nor to provide warning of a tire
failure or condition.
•The TPM system should not be used as a tire pressure
gauge while adjusting your tire pressure.
Tire Pressure Monitoring — Premium System
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPM) system uses
wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic
sensors to monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors mounted
to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire
pressure readings to the Receiver Module. The wheel
sensors monitor tire pressure, and status for all four
active road tires and the spare tire. The spare tire pressure
is monitored, but not displayed.
NOTE:It is particularly important, for you to check the
tire pressure in all of your tires regularly and to maintain
the proper pressure.
The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Lamp”
will illuminate in the instrument cluster, and an
audible chime will be activated when one or more
tire pressures is low. The “Tire Pressure Monitoring
Indicator Lamp” will flash on and off for ten seconds
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CAUTION!
It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that
the transfer case is fully in N (Neutral) before
recreational towing to prevent damage to internal
parts.
1. Depress brake pedal.
2. Shift transmission into N (Neutral).
3. Shift transfer case lever into N (Neutral). Refer to
“Four-Wheel Drive Operation” in this section. Start en-
gine.
4. Shift transmission into D (Drive).
5. Release brake pedal and ensure that there is no vehicle
movement.6. Shut the engine OFF and place the ignition key into
the unlocked OFF position.
7. Shift transmission into P (Park).
8. Apply parking brake.
9. Attach vehicle to the tow vehicle with tow bar.
10. Release parking brake.
CAUTION!
Transmission damage may occur if the transmission
is shifted into P (Park) with the transfer case in N
(Neutral) and the engine running. With the transfer
case in N (Neutral) ensure that the engine is OFF
prior to shifting the transmission into P (Park) (refer
to steps7–8above).
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Shifting Out Of Neutral (N)
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
normal usage.
1. Turn the ignition key to the unlocked OFF position.
2. Shift transmission into N (Neutral).
3. Shift transfer case lever to desired position. Refer to
“Four-Wheel Drive Operation” in this section.
4. Shift transmission into P (Park).
5. Start the engine.
6. Shift transmission into D (Drive).
NOTE:When shifting out of transfer case N (Neutral),
turning the engine OFF may be required to avoid gear
clash.WARNING!
You or others could be injured if you leave the
vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N
(Neutral) position without first fully engaging the
parking brake. The transfer case N (Neutral) position
disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from
the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move
regardless of the transmission position. The parking
brake should always be applied when the driver is
not in the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on
your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be damaged.
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CAUTION!
Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a
vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for
tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could
damage your vehicle.
WARNING!
Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow
hooks. Tow straps and chains may break, causing
serious injury.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
2WD Models Only
Provided the transmission is operable, tow only in N
(Neutral) at speeds not exceeding 30 mph (48 km/h), for
distances of not more than 15 miles (24 km). Towing at
more than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for more than 15 miles
(24 km) can cause severe transmission damage. If the
transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be
towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 15
miles (24 km), remove the driveshaft or tow with all four
wheelsOFFthe ground. Acceptable methods are to tow
the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle
raised and the other end on a towing dolly.
4WD Models Only
The manufacturer recommends towing with all four
wheelsOFFthe ground. Acceptable methods are to tow
the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle
raised and the other end on a towing dolly.
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Flooded Engine Starting................... 231
Fluid Capacities......................... 357
Fluid Leaks............................. 66
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission...............336,337
Engine Oil........................... 316
Power Steering........................ 326
Fog Light Service........................ 354
Fog Lights....................... 116,170,354
Folding Rear Seat........................ 103
Four Wheel Drive....................... 239
Operation........................... 239
Systems............................. 239
Four Wheel Drive Operation................ 239
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 296
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 238
Front Axle............................. 340
Fuel................................. 277
Filler Cap............................ 281Filler Door........................... 281
Filter............................... 323
Gasoline............................ 277
Gauge.............................. 169
Materials Added....................... 279
Octane Rating........................ 277
Requirements......................... 357
Tank Capacity........................ 357
Fuel System Caution...................279,282
Fuses................................ 345
Garage Door Opener..................... 138
GasCap ...........................281,313
Gasoline.............................. 277
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 278
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends................ 278
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 167
Fuel................................ 169
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Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 170
Fog .......................... 116,170,354
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator............... 168
Fuses............................... 345
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 296
Headlight Switch...................... 113
Headlights........................... 351
Headlights On With Wipers............... 113
High Beam Indicator.................... 164
Instrument Cluster................... 113,115
Interior........................... 111,115
Lights On Reminder.................... 115
LowTire ............................ 167
Malfunction Indicator................... 164
Map Reading......................... 111
Oil Pressure.......................... 166
Passing............................. 116
Reading.......................... 111,137
Rear Servicing........................ 355Rear Tail............................ 355
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 169
Service.............................. 351
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 164
Side Marker.......................... 355
Tow/Haul Indicator.................... 168
Traction Control....................... 166
Turn Signal.................. 112,116,353,355
Vanity Mirror.......................... 76
Voltage............................. 170
Load Floor, Cargo....................... 154
Loading Vehicle
Tires ............................... 259
Locks................................. 15
Automatic Door........................ 17
Child Protection........................ 16
Door................................ 15
Liftgate, Tailgate........................ 15
Power Door........................... 17
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