2011 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE jump start

NOTE:When using a portable battery booster pack
follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and
precautions.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any
other booster source with a system voltage greater
than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,
alternator or electrical system may occur.
WARNING!
Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
Preparations For Jump-Start
The battery in your vehicle is located under the passen-
ger’s front seat. There are remote locations located under
the hood to assist in jump-starting.
Remote Battery Posts
1 — Remote Positive (+) Post (covered with protective cap)
2 — Remote Negative (-) Post
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WARNING!
•Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when-
ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the
ignition switch is on. You can be injured by
moving fan blades.
•Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or
bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical
contact. You could be seriously injured.
•Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission
into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri-
cal accessories. 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive
(+)
battery post. Pull upward on the cover to remove it.
4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park
the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this procedure could result in per-
sonal injury or property damage due to battery ex-
plosion.
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CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.
1. Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the
remote positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable to the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the
negative (-)post of the booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper
cable to the remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with
the discharged battery.
WARNING!
Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the
discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark
could cause the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start
the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in
the reverse sequence:
6. Disconnect the negative (-)jumper cable from the
remote negative (-)post of the discharged vehicle.
7. Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable
from the negative (-)post of the booster battery.
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8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive(+)jumper
cable from the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
9.
Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable from
the remote positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
10. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote posi-
tive (+)battery post of the discharged vehicle.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED
If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, there will be
one in the rear and two mounted on the front of the
vehicle. The rear hook will be located on the driver’s side
of the vehicle.
NOTE: For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use
both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of
damage to the vehicle.
WARNING!
•Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck
vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury
or death.
•Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow
hooks. Tow straps and chains may break, causing
serious injury.
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WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies
considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to
assure most efficient service. MOPARengine air cleaner
filters are a high quality filter and are recommended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water. Refer to
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In
Emergencies” for further information.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493

E-85 Fuel............................. 429
Electric Remote Mirrors ................... 110
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ...... 221
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 381
Anti-Lock Brake System ................. 381
Brake Assist System .................... 382
Electronic Roll Mitigation ................ 383
Traction Control System ................. 382
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ............. 383
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....163,167
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 384
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) ............................. 250,258
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 462
Jacking ............................. 463
Jump Starting ......................... 471
Tow Hooks .......................... 475
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 486Engine
Air Cleaner .......................... 492
Block Heater ......................... 348
Break-In Recommendations ................ 95
Compartment ...................... 483,484
Compartment Identification ............483,484
Cooling ............................. 502
Exhaust Gas Caution ................ 48,97,428
Fails to Start .......................... 347
Flooded, Starting ...................... 347
Fuel Requirements .................. 424,533
Jump Starting ......................... 471
Multi-Displacement .................... 379
Oil .............................. 489,533
Oil Change Interval .................... 490
Oil Disposal .......................... 492
Oil Filter ............................ 492
Oil Filter Disposal ..................... 492
Oil Selection ....................... 490,533
568 INDEX

Infant Restraint........................ 82,83
Inflation Pressure Tires .................... 404
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 258
Inside Rearview Mirror ................... 108
Instrument Cluster .................... 247,248
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 246
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 519
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 520
Interior Appearance Care .................. 518
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 156
Introduction ............................. 4
Inverter, Power ......................... 226
Jack Location ........................... 464
Jack Operation ....................... 463,466
Jacking Instructions ...................... 466
Jump Starting .......................... 471 Key-In Reminder
......................... 18
Key, Programming ........................ 20
Key, Replacement ........................ 20
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 19
Keyless Enter-N-Go ................. 36,277,344
Keyless Entry System ...................... 23
Keyless Go .......................... 14,277
Keys ................................. 14
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 52
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) .....86,88
Latches ............................... 100
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 424
Leaks, Fluid ........................... 100
Life of Tires ............................ 410
Liftgate ................................ 44
Liftgate Flipper Glass ...................... 45
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ............. 237
572 INDEX