2006 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE instrument panel

Multi-Function Control Lever
The multi-function control lever controls the operation of
the headlights, turn signals, headlight beam selection,
instrument panel light dimming, passing light, interior
courtesy/dome lights, and optional fog lights.
Turn Signal Auto-Mode — If Equipped
Tap the multi-function control lever once and the turn
signal (left or right) will flash 3 times, and automatically
turn off.
Battery Saver Feature—Exterior/Interior Lights
If the multi-function control lever is left in the interior
light position, parking light position, or the headlight
position when the ignition switch is moved to the OFF
position, the battery saver feature will automatically turn
off the exterior and interior lights after eight minutes.
Normal operation will resume when the ignition is
turned ON or when the headlight switch is turned to
another position.
Multi-Function Control Lever
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If your vehicle is equipped with a “Rain Sensitive Wiper
System,” and it is activated, the headlights will automati-
cally turn on after the wipers complete five wipe cycles
within approximately 1 minute, and they will turn off
approximately four minutes after the wipers completely
stop. Refer to “Windshield Wipers and Washers” in this
section for more information.
NOTE:When your headlights come on during the
daytime, the instrument panel lights will automatically
dim to the lower nighttime intensity. Refer to “Instru-
ment Panel and Interior Lights” below for setting the
instrument panel lights to full daytime intensity.
SmartBeams — If Equipped
The SmartBeam system provides increased forward light-
ing at night by automating high beam control through
the use of a digital camera mounted on the inside
rearview mirror. This camera detects vehicle specific lightand automatically switches from high beams to low
beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
NOTE:If the windshield or SmartBeam mirror is re-
placed, the SmartBeam mirror must be re-aimed to
ensure proper performance. See your local authorized
dealer.
To Activate
1. Select “Auto Headlamp Low/High Beams? — Low/
High Beam.” Refer to “EVIC — Customer Programmable
Features” in Section 4 of this manual.
2. Turn the end of the multi-function control lever to the
A (Auto) headlight position.
NOTE:This system will not activate until the vehicle is
at or above 20 mph (32 km/h).
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To Deactivate
1. Pull back on the muti-function control lever to manu-
ally deactivate the system (normal operation of high
beams).
2. Pull back on the multi-function control lever once
again to re-activate the system.
NOTE:Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and
taillights of vehicles in the field of view will cause
headlights to remain on longer (closer to the vehicle).
Also, dirt, film, and other obstructions (sticker, toll box,
etc.) on the windshield or camera lens will cause the
system to function improperly.
Instrument Panel and Interior Lights
When the multi-function control lever is in the parklight,
headlight, or A (Auto) position (if equipped), rotating the
center portion of the lever up and down will increase and
decrease the brightness (dimmer control) of the instru-
ment panel lights. Full daytime brightness on all elec-
tronic displays (odometer, overhead console, radio, and
Automatic Climate Control (if equipped) is obtained by
rotating the center portion of the control to the first
detent above the dimmer range. Rotating the control to
the second detent above the dimmer range turns the
interior lights on. Rotating the control to the “Off”
(extreme bottom) position disables all the interior lights,
even when the doors and liftgate are open. While in the
“Off” position the instrument panel lighting is at the
lowest light level and may not be suitable for night
driving.
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When the detected obstacle is about 11.8 inches (30 cm)
from the rear fascia, the warning display will actuate a
continuous tone for about 10 seconds, and it will turn ON
all 8 LEDs, including both RED LEDs, on the correspond-
ing side of the display. The radio will be muted while the
tone is actuated.
When the obstacle is less than 11.8 inches (30 cm) from
the rear fascia, the warning display will either have all 8
LEDs ON (obstacle detected) or it will have only the
outermost LEDs ON with decreased brightness (obstacle
not detected), depending on the location of the obstacle.
Enable/Disable the Rear Park Assist System
The Rear Park Assist System can be enabled and disabled
with a switch located in the switch bank of the instru-
ment panel.When the switch is pressed to disable the system, the
instrument cluster will display thePARK ASSIST DIS-
ABLEDmessage. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center (EVIC)” in Section 4 of this manual. When the
shifter is changed to R (Reverse) and the system is
Rear Park Assist Switch
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POWER OUTLET
To the right of the convenience tray (lower center of
instrument panel) is an outlet for electrically powered
accessories. Pull lightly on the tab of the plastic cover to
access the outlet.The rear power outlet (if equipped) is located in the left
rear cargo area.
The power outlets are a direct feed from the battery so
they receive power whether the ignition is in the ON or
OFF position.
Front Power Outlet
Rear Power Outlet
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS

Instrument Panel And Interior Controls.......174

Instrument Cluster......................175

Instrument Cluster Description.............176

Electronic Vehicle Information Center........183
▫Customer Programmable Features.........186
▫Compass/Temperature/Trip Computer......190
▫Trip Computer.......................192

Radio General Information................197
▫Radio Broadcast Signals.................197▫Two Types Of Signals..................197
▫Electrical Disturbances..................197
▫AM Reception.......................197
▫FM Reception........................198

Sales Code RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio
With Optional Satellite Radio, Hands Free Phone,
And Vehicle Entertainment Systems (VES)
Capabilities...........................198
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode.......1984

▫Operation Instructions -
(CD Mode For CD Audio Play)...........204
▫Load/Eject Button
(CD Mode For CD Audio Play)...........205
▫Notes On Playing MP3 Files.............207
▫Operation Instructions -
(CD Mode For MP3 Audio Play)..........210
▫Load/Eject Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . 210

Sales Code REC — AM/FM/CD (6–Disc) Radio
With Navigation System..................212
▫Operating Instructions — Satellite Radio
(If Equipped)........................213
▫Clock Setting Procedure.................213

Video Entertainment System (Sales Code XRV) —
If Equipped...........................214
Satellite Radio — If Equipped..............216
▫System Activation.....................216
▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ESN/SID)....................216
▫Selecting Satellite Mode In RAQ Radios.....217
▫Selecting a Channel....................217
▫Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels......218
▫Using The PTY (Program Type) Button —
If Equipped.........................218
▫PTY ButtonScan.....................218
▫PTY ButtonSeek.....................218
▫Satellite Antenna......................218
▫Reception Quality.....................219

Remote Sound System Controls.............219
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▫Radio Operation......................220
▫CD Player..........................220

CD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............221

Radio Operation And Cellular Phones........221

Climate Controls.......................222
▫Automatic Temperature Control...........222▫Summer Operation....................228
▫Winter Operation.....................228
▫Vacation Storage......................229
▫Window Fogging.....................229
▫Outside Air Intake....................229
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