2009 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE hood release

If your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter fails to
operate from a normal distance, check for these two
conditions.
1. A weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected
life of the battery is a minimum of three years.
2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station
tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios.
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve-
niently from outside the vehicle while still
maintaining security. The system has a range of
328 ft (100 m).
How to Use Remote Start
All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:
•Shift lever in PARK
•Doors closed
•Hood closed
•Liftgate closed
•Hazard switch off
•Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)
•Ignition key removed from ignition switch
•Battery at an acceptable charge level, and
•RKE PANIC button not pressed.
To Enter Remote Start Mode
Press and release the REMOTE START button
on the RKE transmitter twice, within five sec-
onds. The parking lights will flash and the horn
will chirp twice (if programmed). Then, the
engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the
Remote Start mode for a 15 minute cycle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27
2

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released.
1. Pull the release lever located below the instrument
panel and in front of the driver’s door.
2. Reach under the hood, move safety latch to the left,
and lift the hood.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Use a firm downward push at the center of
the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
Hood Release
Safety Latch Location
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129
3

WARNING! (Continued)
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced repairman.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C System
Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compres-
sor Oil, and Refrigerants.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and is an ozone-saving product.
However, the manufacturer recommends that air condi-
tioning service be performed by authorized dealers or
other service facilities using recovery and recycling
equipment.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-
cated periodically with a lithium based grease such as
MOPARSpray White Lube to assure quiet, easy opera-
tion and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the
application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should
be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPAR
Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.............367,369
GVWR............................... 367
Hands-Free Phone (uconnect)................ 82
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 390
Head Restraints......................... 118
Head Rests............................ 118
Headlights..........................130,450
Bulb Replacement...................... 451
Cleaning............................ 440
On With Wipers....................... 131
Replacing........................... 451
Heated Mirrors.......................... 81
Heated Seats........................ 118,120
Heater, Engine Block..................... 285
High Beam Indicator..................... 185
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 137
Hill Descent Control..................... 323
Hill Start Assist......................... 320Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 372
Holder, Cup........................... 167
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 154
Hood Release.......................... 129
Ignition............................... 15
Key ...............................14,15
Ignition Key Removal..................... 15
Illuminated Entry........................ 21
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 17
Infant Restraint........................58,59
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 336
Information Center, Vehicle................. 193
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 78
Instrument Cluster....................182,184
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 181
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 440
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 447
INDEX 505
10