2011 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE instrument panel

STORAGE
Glove Compartment
The glove compartment is located on the right side of the
instrument panel.To open the glove compartment, pull outward on the
latch and lower the glove box door.
Glove Compartment
Opened Glove Compartment
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
Instrument Panel Features ............... 246
 Instrument Cluster .................... 247
 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ........... 248
 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . 258
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays ........................... 260
▫ EVIC White Telltale Lights .............. 266
▫ EVIC Amber Telltale Lights ............. 267
▫ EVIC Red Telltale Lights ............... 269 ▫
Engine Oil Change Indicator System ....... 272
▫ Fuel Economy ...................... 272
▫ Vehicle Speed ....................... 274
▫ Trip Info .......................... 274
▫ Units ............................. 275
▫ Vehicle Info
(Customer Information Features) ......... 276
▫ TirePsi ........................... 276
▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go Display —
If Equipped ........................ 277
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▫Compass / Temperature Display ......... 277
▫ Customer-Programmable Features
(System Setup) ...................... 280
 Media Center 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/
RBZ/RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV —
If Equipped .......................... 288
▫ Operating Instructions (Voice Command
System) — If Equipped ................ 288
▫ Operating Instructions
(Uconnect™ Phone) — If Equipped ....... 288
 Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) ......... 288
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..... 289
▫ Operation Instructions —
CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play .... 291
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............ 294▫
Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode .... 296
 Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio
(Sales Code RES+RSC) ................... 297
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..... 297
▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play ................. 303
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............ 305
▫ List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ...... 307
▫ Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ...... 307
▫ Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) —
If Equipped ........................ 308
▫ Operating Instructions
(Uconnect™ Phone) — If Equipped ....... 312
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iPod/USB/MP3 Control — If Equipped ..... 313
▫ Connecting The iPod Or External USB
Device ............................ 314
▫ Using This Feature ................... 314
▫ Controlling The iPod Or External USB
Device Using Radio Buttons ............. 315
▫ Play Mode ......................... 315
▫ List Or Browse Mode ................. 317
▫ Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) ........ 319
 Uconnect™ Multimedia
(Sirius Backseat TV™) — If Equipped ........ 320
 Video Entertainment System™
(Sales Code XRV) — If Equipped ........... 320
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ............ 321
▫ Radio Operation ..................... 322
▫ CD Player ......................... 322
 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance .............. 323
 Radio Operation And Mobile Phones ....... 323
 Climate Controls ...................... 323
▫ Dual-Zone Manual Heating And Air
Conditioning ....................... 324
▫ Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control
(ATC) — If Equipped ................. 328
▫ Operating Tips ...................... 334
▫ Operating Tips Chart ................. 336
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Outlet6 — Lower Switch Bank11 — Hood Release
2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Hazard Switch12 — Fuel Door Release
3 — Radio 8 — Storage Bin13 — Headlight Switch
4 — Glove Compartment 9 — ESC Button14 – Dimmer Control
5 — Climate Controls 10 — Ignition Switch
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Tachometer
Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute
(RPM x 1000).
2. Airbag Warning LightThis light will turn on for four to eight seconds
as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned to the ON/RUN position. If the light is
either not on during starting, stays on, or turns
on while driving, then have the system inspected at an
authorized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant
Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your
Vehicle” for further information.
3. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of
an onboard diagnostic system called OBD II that
monitors engine and automatic transmission con-
trol systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON/RUN position before engine start. If the bulb
does not come on when turning the key from OFF to
ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly.
Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap,
poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the light after
engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light
stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In
most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will
not require towing.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
damage to the engine control system. It also could
affect fuel economy and drivability. If the MIL is
flashing, severe catalytic converter damage and
power loss will soon occur. Immediate service is
required.
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WARNING!
A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced
above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal
operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you
drive slowly or park over flammable substances such
as dry plants or wood or cardboard, etc. This could
result in death or serious injury to the driver, occu-
pants or others.
4. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” in the instrument cluster will come on
when the ignition switch is turned to the
ON/RUN position. It should go out with the
engine running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction In-
dicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine
running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this light remains on after several ignition
cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles
(kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see
your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the
problem diagnosed and corrected.
NOTE:
•The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC
Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on mo-
mentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to
ON/RUN.
•Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC
system will be ON even if it was turned off previously.
•The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds
when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop
when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver
that caused the ESC activation.
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