2008 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE alarm

Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur:
²If the engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500
²Any engine warning lamps come on
²The hood is opened
²The hazard switch is pressed
²The transmission is moved out of P (Park).
²The brake pedal is pressed.
The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of
two times. The vehicle is also allowed a maximum of one
failed start, where the remote start sequence was initiated
but the engine stopped cranking without starting. After
either of these conditions, or if the Vehicle Theft Alarm is
alarming, or if the PANIC button was pressed, the vehicle
must be reset by inserting a valid key into the ignition
and moving it to the ON position, then back to LOCK.
DOOR LOCKS
Manual Door Locks
Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from
inside the vehicle. If the plunger is down when the door
is closed, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the
keys are not inside the vehicle before closing the door.
WARNING!
²For personal security and safety in the event of an
accident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive as
well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
²When leaving the vehicle always remove the key
from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Do
not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised
use of vehicle equipment may cause severe per-
sonal injuries and death.
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Courtesy/Reading Lights
At the forward end of the console are two courtesy/
reading lights.
Press the lens to turn these lights on. Press a second time
to turn the lights off.
The lights also turn on when a front door or rear door is
opened. The lights will also turn on when the unlock
button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed.
Sunglasses Storage
At the rear of the console a compartment is provided for
the storage of a pair of sunglasses.
The storage compartment access is a9push/push9design.
Push the finger depression on the overhead console to
open. Push the finger depression to close.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER Ð IF EQUIPPED
HomeLinktreplaces up to three remote controls (hand
held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage
door openers, motorized gates, lighting, or home security
systems. The HomeLinktunit operates off of your vehi-
cle's battery.
NOTE:HomeLinktis disabled when the Vehicle Secu-
rity Alarm is active.
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Then proceed with Step 4 under ªProgramming
HomeLink.º earlier in this section.
Using HomeLinkT
To operate, simply press and release the programmed
HomeLinktbutton. Activation will now occur for the
trained device (i.e. garage door opener, gate operator,
security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting,
etc. The hand-held transmitter of the device may also be
used at any time.
Reprogramming a Single HomeLinkTButton
To re-program a channel that has been previously
trained, follow these steps:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
2. Press and hold the desired HomeLinktbutton for 20
seconds until the EVIC display states ªCHANNEL #
TRAINING.ºDo not release the button.3.Without releasing the button,proceed with PRO-
GRAMMING HOMELINK Step #2 and follow all remain-
ing steps.
Security
It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn
in your vehicle.
To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for 20
seconds until the EVIC message states ªCHANNELS
CLEARED.º Note that all channels will be erased. Indi-
vidual channels cannot be erased.
The HomeLinktUniversal Transceiver is disabled when
the Vehicle Security Alarm is active.
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8. Tachometer
The red segments indicate the maximum permissible
engine revolutions-per-minute (r.p.m. x 1000) for each
gear range. Before reaching the red area, ease up on the
accelerator.
9. Security Alarm System Indicator Light Ð If
Equipped
This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds
when the vehicle theft alarm is arming. The light will
flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is set.
The security light will also come on for about three
seconds when the ignition is first turned on.
10. Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light shows low engine oil pressure. The light
should turn on momentarily when the engine is
started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle, and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A
continuous chime will sound when this light turns on.Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
This light does not show how much oil is in the engine.
The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
11. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator
Light/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator Light
This indicator light starts to flash as soon as the
tires lose traction and the ESP system becomes
active. The ªESP/TCS Indicator Lightº also
flashes when TCS is active. If the ªESP/TCS
Indicator Lightº begins to flash during acceleration, ease
up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as
possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the
prevailing road conditions. The ªESP/TCS Indicator
Lightº will flash any time the ESP or TCS is active and
helping to improve vehicle stability. If the ªESP/TCS
Indicator Lightº is on solid, the ESP system has been
turned off by the driver or a temporary condition exists
that will not allow full ESP function.
176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)............175,254
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 326
Adding Fuel........................... 282
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 168
Additives, Fuel......................... 280
Adjustable Pedals....................... 130
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 319
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 236
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 320
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 269
Airbag................................ 45
Airbag Deployment....................... 51
Airbag Light.......................53,67,175
Airbag Maintenance....................... 53
Alarm, Panic............................ 22
Alarm (Security Alarm).................18,176
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 18
Alignment and Balance................... 274
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 8Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 222
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..............325,352
Disposal............................ 327
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............134,254
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 175
Anti-Theft System.....................18,176
Appearance Care........................ 333
Audio Systems (Radio).................... 212
Auto Down Power Windows................ 29
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 74
Automatic Door Locks..................... 27
Automatic Headlights.................... 120
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 229
Automatic Transmission................247,333
Fluid Level Check...................... 333
Autostick............................. 250
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)...... 158
Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 158
386 INDEX

Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 172
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 337
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 344
Interior Appearance Care.................. 336
Interior Fuses.......................... 338
Interior Lighting........................ 125
Interior Lights.......................122,125
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 127
Introduction............................. 4
Inverter, Power......................... 159
Jump Starting.......................... 300
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 15
Keyless Entry System...................... 19
Keys................................. 12Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 36
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren)............................60,61
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 278
Leaks, Fluid............................ 68
Life of Tires............................ 272
Liftgate................................ 32
Liftgate Flipper Glass...................... 33
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer............. 167
Lights..............................68,119
Airbag............................53,175
Alarm............................... 67
Anti-Lock........................... 175
Automatic Headlights................... 120
Back-Up............................. 350
Battery Saver......................... 119
Brake Assist Warning.................141,180
Brake Warning........................ 174
Bulb Replacement...................... 347
INDEX 393
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Cargo .............................. 162
Center Mounted Stop................... 351
Cruise.............................. 180
Daytime Running...................... 123
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............. 119,124
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator.......................141,176,180
Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 181
Fog ..........................123,181,350
Fuses............................... 338
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 298
Headlight Switch...................... 120
Headlights........................... 347
Headlights On With Wipers............... 121
High Beam Indicator.................... 174
Illuminated Entry....................... 19
Instrument Cluster..................120,122
Interior..........................122,125
Lights On Reminder.................... 123Low Fuel............................ 181
LowTire ............................ 177
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 174
Map Reading......................... 125
Oil Pressure.......................... 176
Passing............................. 124
Reading..........................125,148
Rear Servicing........................ 350
Rear Tail............................ 350
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 180
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............. 176
Service.............................. 347
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 174
Side Marker.......................... 350
SmartBeams.......................... 121
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)........... 177
Traction Control....................141,176
Turn Signal.................. 119,124,349,350
Vanity Mirror.......................... 77
394 INDEX

MP3 Player............................ 212
MTBE/ETBE........................... 279
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 119
Navigation Radio........................ 215
Navigation System....................... 215
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 66
Occupant Restraints....................... 34
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 278
Odometer..........................179,180
Trip ................................ 179
Oil, Engine............................ 311
Capacity............................ 352
Change Interval....................... 312
Checking............................ 311
Disposal............................ 315
Filter............................... 315
Filter Disposal........................ 315Materials Added to..................... 315
Pressure Warning Light.................. 176
Recommendation...................313,352
Viscosity............................ 352
Onboard Diagnostic System..............307,308
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLinkt) ........... 148
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 75
Overhead Console....................... 147
Overheating, Engine...................179,299
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual).......... 380
Paint Care............................. 333
Paint Damage.......................... 333
Panic Alarm............................ 22
Park Sense System, Rear................... 142
Parking Brake.......................... 253
Passing Light........................... 124
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 130
Personal Settings........................ 190
396 INDEX