2008 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE cruise control

²Engine control status (including engine speed)
²Transmission gear selection
²Cruise control status
²Traction/stability control status
²Tire pressure monitoring system status
Child Restraint
Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the
time Ð babies and children, too. Every state in the United
States and all Canadian provinces require that small
children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law,
and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.
Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck-
led up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash
statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in
the rear seats rather than in the front.There are different sizes and types of restraints for
children from newborn size to the child almost large
enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child
seat Owner's Manual to ensure you have the right seat
for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your
child:
WARNING!
In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby,
can become a missile inside the vehicle. The force
required to hold even an infant on your lap can
become so great that you could not hold the child, no
matter how strong you are. The child and others
could be badly injured. Any child riding in your
vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child's
size.
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

ADJUSTABLE PEDALS Ð IF EQUIPPED
This feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedals
to move toward the driver to provide improved position
with the steering wheel. The adjustable pedal system is
designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for
steering wheel tilt and seat position. The position of the
brake and accelerator pedals can be adjusted without
compromising safety or comfort in actuating the pedals.Press the bottom of the switch to move the pedals
rearward (toward the driver).
Press the top of the switch to move the pedals forward
(away from the driver).
²The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF.
²The pedals can be adjusted while driving.
²The pedalscannotbe adjusted when the vehicle is in R
(Reverse) or when the Speed Control is ON. A message
will be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) if the pedals are attempted to be ad-
justed when the system is locked out (ªAdjustable
Pedal Disabled Ð Cruise Control Engagedº or ªAd-
justable Pedal Disabled Ð Vehicle In Reverseº). Refer
to Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in
Section 4 for more information.
Adjustable Pedal Switch
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

To Activate
Push the ON/OFF button. The CRUISE indicator in the
instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system
OFF, push the ON/OFF button a second time. The
CRUISE indicator will turn off. The system should be
turned OFF when not in use.
WARNING!
Leaving the Speed Control system on when not in
use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the
system or cause it to go faster than you want. You
could lose control and have an accident. Always
leave the system OFF when you are not using it.
To Set At A Desired Speed
When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press
down on the lever and release. Release the accelerator
and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed.
NOTE:The vehicle should be traveling at a steady
speed and on level ground before pressing the SET lever.
To Deactivate
A soft tap on the brake pedal, pulling the speed control
lever towards you ªCANCELº, or normal brake or clutch
pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate speed
control without erasing the set speed memory. Pressing
the ON/OFF button or turning off the ignition switch
erases the set speed memory.
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

16. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Warning
Light/Brake Assist System (BAS) Warning Light
The ESP/BAS warning light in the instrument
cluster comes on when the ignition switch is
turned to the ªONº position. The light should
go out with the engine running. If the ESP/
BAS warning light comes on continuously with the
engine running, a malfunction has been detected in either
the ESP or the BAS system. If this light stays illuminated,
have the ESP and BAS checked at your authorized dealer
as soon as possible.
17. 4WD LOW Mode Indicator Light Ð If Equipped
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in
the 4WD LOW mode. The front and rear drive-
shafts are mechanically locked together forcing
the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same
speed.18. Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this
light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check.
During the bulb check, if the driver's seat belt is
unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or
when driving, if the driver or front passenger seat belt
remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Warning Light will flash
or remain on continuously. Refer to9Enhanced Driver
Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert)9in the Occupant
Restraints section for more information.
19. Cruise Indicator Light
This indicator lights when the speed control
system is turned ON.
20. Odometer
The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has
been driven.
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

²MEMORY #2 POSITIONS SET
²MEMORY SYSTEM DISABLED Ð SEATBELT BUCK-
LED (with graphic)
²MEMORY SYSTEM DISABLED Ð VEHICLE NOT IN
PARK
²DRIVER 1 MEMORY
²DRIVER 2 MEMORY
²ADJ. PEDALS DISABLED Ð CRUISE CONTROL SET
²ADJ. PEDALS DISABLED Ð SHIFTER IN REVERSE
²TIRE LOW PRESSURE
²CHECK TPM SYSTEM
²LEFT FRONT LOW PRESSURE (Premium TPM Sys-
tem Only)
²RIGHT FRONT LOW PRESSURE (Premium TPM Sys-
tem Only)
²LEFT REAR LOW PRESSURE (Premium TPM System
Only)
²RIGHT REAR LOW PRESSURE (Premium TPM Sys-
tem Only)
²SPARE LOW PRESSURE (Premium TPM System
Only)
²WATER IN FUEL (Diesel Models Only)
²SERVICE EXHAUST (Diesel Models Only)
200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 408
Inspection........................... 407
Points to Remember.................... 411
Pressure Cap......................... 409
Radiator Cap......................... 409
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).........408,440
Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 400
Cruise Light........................... 194
Cup Holder............................ 171
Customer Assistance..................... 460
Data Recorder, Event...................... 56
Daytime Running Lights................... 127
Dealer Service.......................... 393
Defroster, Rear Window................... 178
Defroster, Windshield................70,259,266
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 390
Diesel Engine Maintenance................. 449
Diesel Fuel............................ 344Diesel Fuel Requirements.................. 344
Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player............. 241
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 128
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 419
Oil (Engine).......................... 394
Power Steering........................ 403
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 382
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 397
Used Engine Fluids..................... 397
Door Locks............................. 28
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 29
Door Opener, Garage..................... 158
Drive Belts............................ 398
Driving............................... 299
Off-Pavement......................... 300
Off-Road............................ 300
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System)...... 254
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E-85 Fuel............................. 340
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 79
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)...... 168
Electronic Brake Control System............. 138
Anti-Lock Brake System................. 138
Brake Assist System.................... 140
Electronic Roll Mitigation................ 141
Electronic Stability Program............... 142
Traction Control System................. 139
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)............. 141
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 135
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 142
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 195
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC).............................193,196
Emergency, In Case of
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck............... 292
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 370
Jacking............................. 372Jump Starting......................... 378
Tow Hooks.......................... 381
Emission Control System Maintenance......391,444
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 398
Block Heater......................... 283
Break-In Recommendations................ 68
Compartment................386,387,388,389
Compartment Identification......386,387,388,389
Cooling............................. 407
Exhaust Gas Caution..................69,340
Fails to Start.......................... 277
Fuel Requirements..................336,440
Multi-Displacement..................... 309
Oil ..............................394,440
Oil Change Interval.................... 395
Oil Disposal.......................... 397
Oil Filter............................ 397
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 397
474 INDEX

Airbag............................55,189
Alarm............................... 70
Anti-Lock........................... 189
Automatic Headlights................... 124
Back-Up............................. 438
Battery Saver......................... 124
Brake Assist Warning.................151,194
Brake Warning........................ 188
Bulb Replacement...................... 435
Cargo .............................. 172
Center Mounted Stop................... 439
Cruise.............................. 194
Daytime Running...................... 127
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............123,128
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator.......................151,190,194
Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 195
Fog ..........................127,195,437
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator............... 194Fuses............................... 426
Glow Plug Light....................... 196
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 370
Headlight Switch...................... 124
Headlights........................435,436
Headlights On With Wipers............... 125
High Beam Indicator.................... 188
Illuminated Entry....................... 21
Instrument Cluster..................124,126
Interior..........................126,129
Lights On Reminder.................... 127
Low Fuel............................ 196
LowTire ............................ 191
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 188
Map Reading......................... 129
Oil Pressure.......................... 190
Passing............................. 128
Reading..........................129,158
Rear Servicing........................ 438
INDEX 479
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