2008 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE USB

BAS (Brake Assist System)
The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle's braking
capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The
system detects an emergency braking situation by sens-
ing the rate and amount of brake application and then
applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help
reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the
anti-lock brake system (ABS). Applying the brakes very
quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the
benefit of the system, you must applycontinuousbrak-
ing pressure during the stopping sequence (do not
ªpumpº the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure
unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal
is released, the BAS is deactivated.WARNING!
BAS (Brake Assist System) cannot prevent the natu-
ral laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can
it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road
conditions. BAS cannot prevent accidents, including
those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving
on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. Only a
safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent acci-
dents. The capabilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle
must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner which could jeopardize the user's safety or
the safety of others.
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Macrovision
This product incorporates copyright protection technol-
ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec-
tual property rights. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is
intended for home and other limited viewing uses only
unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited
DTS
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Systems, Inc.
SALES CODE REN Ð MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM Ð IF
EQUIPPED
NOTE:The sales code is located on the lower right side
of the unit's faceplate.The REN multimedia system contains a radio, CD/DVD
player, USB port, a 20 gigabyte Hard Drive (HDD), and a
ªJukeBoxº (virtual CD changer). Sirius Satellite Radio is
optional. The 6.5-inch touch screen allows for easy menu
selection.
A 20 gigabyte Hard Drive (HDD) allows uploads of
music and photos from CDs or through the USB port.
While the Gracenote database finds the artist, track, and
title for the music.
An auxiliary input jack permits passengers to listen to a
portable MP3 player through the vehicle's speakers. For
vehicles equipped with the Vehicle Entertainment System
(VES), separate audio outputs allow passengers to listen
to the car speakers while different audio tracks play
through the system's wireless headphones. This means
rear seat passengers can watch a DVD on the optional
rear-seat entertainment system while the driver and front
seat passenger listen to the radio.
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Pets.................................. 65
Pets, Transporting........................ 65
Phone, Cellular.......................... 77
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnectŸ)............. 77
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 263
Polishing and Waxing..................... 334
Port
Universal Serial Bus (USB)................ 212
USB ................................ 212
Power
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 341
Door Locks........................... 27
Inverter............................. 159
Mirrors.............................. 76
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......... 158
Seats............................106,107
Steering..........................258,320
Sunroof............................. 155
Windows............................. 29Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 44
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 42
Programmable Electronic Features............ 190
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 19
Radial Ply Tires......................... 271
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 326
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 195
Radio, Navigation....................... 215
Radio Operation......................213,229
Radio, Satellite.................212,213,215,221
Radio (Sound Systems).................... 212
Rain Sensitive Wiper System................ 128
Rear Camera........................... 146
Rear Cup Holder........................ 161
Rear Heated Seats....................... 109
Rear Park Sense System................... 142
INDEX 397
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Automatic........................247,333
Range Indicator....................... 181
Shifting............................. 245
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 23
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) . . 148
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 19
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 19
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 272
Turn Signals...................124,174,349,350
UCI Connector......................... 217
UConnectŸ (Hands-Free Phone).............. 77
Underhood Fuses.....................341,344
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 382
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 217
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port.............. 212
Universal Transmitter..................... 148Unleaded Gasoline....................... 278
Upholstery Care........................ 336
USB Port.............................. 212
Vanity Mirrors........................... 77
Variance, Compass....................... 189
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 7
Vehicle Loading......................... 264
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 8
Vehicle Storage.......................237,345
Video Entertainment System (Rear Seat Video
System)............................... 225
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 314
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 298
Warning, Roll Over........................ 4
Warnings and Cautions..................... 7
Warranty Information..................... 379
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 168
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