2012 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE engine

Periodic Safety Checks You Should
Make Outside The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and
uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails,
glass, or other objects lodged in the tread or
sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks.
Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.
Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the
tires (including spare) for proper cold inflation
pressure.Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exte-
rior lights while you work the controls. Check
turn signal and high beam indicator lights on
the instrument panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching, and lock-
ing.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight park-
ing for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid
leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or if
fuel, power steering fluid, or brake fluid leaks
are suspected, the cause should be located
and corrected immediately.
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•The selected phone will be used for the next
phone call. If the selected phone is not
available, the Uconnect™ Phone will return
to using the highest priority phone present in
or near (approximately within 30 ft [9 m]) the
vehicle.
Delete Uconnect™ Phone Paired Mobile
Phones
• Press the
button to begin.
• After the “Ready” prompt and the following
beep, say “Setup Phone Pairing”.
• At the next prompt, say “Delete” and follow
the prompts.
• You can also press the
button at any
time while the list is being played, and then
choose the phone you wish to delete.
Things You Should Know About
Your Uconnect™ Phone
Uconnect™ Phone Tutorial
To hear a brief tutorial of the Uconnect™ Phone
features, press the
button and say
“Uconnect™ Tutorial”. Voice Training
For users experiencing difficulty with the
Uconnect™ Phone recognizing their voice
commands or numbers, the Uconnect™ Phone
Voice Training feature may be used. To enter
this training mode, follow one of the two follow-
ing procedures:
From outside the Uconnect™ Phone mode
(e.g., from radio mode)
•
Press and hold the
button for five
seconds until the session begins, or,
• Press the
button and say the “Voice
Training, System Training, or Start Voice
Training” command.
You can either press the Uconnect™ Phone but-
ton to restore the factory setting or repeat the
words and phrases when prompted by the
Uconnect™ Phone. For best results, the Voice
Training session should be completed when the
vehicle is parked with the engine running, all
windows closed, and the blower fan switched off.
This procedure may be repeated with a new
user. The system will adapt to the last trained
voice only. Reset
•
press the
button.
• After the “Ready” prompt, and the following
beep, say “Setup”, then “Reset”.
This will delete all phone pairing, phone book
entries, and other settings in all language
modes. The System will prompt you before
resetting to factory settings.
Voice Command
• For best performance, adjust the rearview
mirror to provide at least
12in (1 cm) gap
between the overhead console (if equipped)
and the mirror.
• Always wait for the beep before speaking.
• Speak normally, without pausing, just as you
would speak to a person sitting a few feet/
meters away from you.
• Make sure that no one other than you is
speaking during a voice period.
• Performance is maximized under:
• low-to-medium blower setting,
• low-to-medium vehicle speed,
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System Setup
To switch to system setup, you may say on of
the following:
•“Change to system setup”
• “Main menu system setup”
• “Switch to system setup”
• “Change to setup”
• “Main menu setup” or
• “Switch to setup”
In this mode, you may say the following com-
mands:
• “Language English”
• “Language French”
• “Language Spanish”
• “Language Dutch”
• “Language Deutsch”
• “Language Italian”
• “Tutorial”
• “Voice Training” NOTE:
Keep in mind that you have to press the
Voice Command
button first and wait
for the beep before speaking the “Barge In”
commands.
Voice TrainingFor users experiencing difficulty with the sys-
tem recognizing their voice commands or num-
bers the Uconnect™ Voice “Voice Training”
feature may be used.
1. Press the Voice Command
button,
say “System Setup” and once you are in that
menu then say “Voice Training.” This will train
your own voice to the system and will improve
recognition.
2. Repeat the words and phrases when
prompted by Uconnect™ Voice. For best re-
sults, the Voice Training session should be
completed when the vehicle is parked, engine
running, all windows closed, and the blower fan
switched off. This procedure may be repeated
with a new user. The system will adapt to the
last trained voice only.
SEATSSeats are part of the Occupant Restraint Sys-
tem of the vehicle.
WARNING!
• It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision,
people riding in these areas are more likely
to be seriously injured or killed.
• Do not allow people to ride in any area of
your vehicle that is not equipped with seats
and seat belts. In a collision, people riding
in these areas are more likely to be seri-
ously injured or killed.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.
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lights on the switch will be illuminated. When
LOW speed is selected one light will be illumi-
nated.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the venti-
lated seats to operate.
Vehicles Equipped with Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote start,
the driver’s ventilated seat can be programmed
to come on during a remote start. Refer to
“Remote Starting System — If Equipped” in
“Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”
for further information.
Head RestraintsHead restraints are designed to reduce the risk
of injury by restricting head movement in the
event of a rear-impact. Head restraints should
be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint
is located above the top of your ear.
WARNING!
The head restraints for all occupants must be
properly adjusted prior to operating the ve-
hicle or occupying a seat. Head restraints
should never be adjusted while the vehicle is
in motion. Driving a vehicle with the head
restraints improperly adjusted or removed
could cause serious injury or death in the
event of a collision.
Active Head Restraints — Front Seats
Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable
components, and vehicles with this equipment
cannot be readily identified by any markings,
only through visual inspection of the head re-
straint. The head restraint will be split in two
halves, with the front half being soft foam and
trim, the back half being decorative plastic.
When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the
front half of the head restraint extends forward
to minimize the gap between the back of the
occupant’s head and the AHR. This system is
designed to help prevent or reduce the extent
of injuries to the driver and front passenger in
certain types of rear impacts. Refer to “Occu- pant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before
Starting Your Vehicle” for further information.
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the
head restraint. To lower the head restraint,
press the push button, located at the base of
the head restraint, and push downward on the
head restraint.
For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be
tilted forward and rearward. To tilt the head
restraint closer to the back of your head, pull
forward on the bottom of the head restraint.
Push rearward on the bottom of the head
restraint to move the head restraint away from
your head.
Push Button
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NOTE:
The engine must be running before the
headlights will turn on in the Automatic
Mode.
Headlights On Automatically With
Wipers
If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic
Headlights, it also has this customer-
programmable feature. When your headlights
are in the automatic mode and the engine is
running, they will automatically turn on when
the wiper system is on. Refer to “Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-
Programmable Features” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
If your vehicle is equipped with a “Rain Sensi-
tive Wiper System” and it is activated, the
headlights will automatically turn on after the
wipers complete five wipe cycles within ap-
proximately one minute, and they will turn off
approximately four minutes after the wipers
completely stop. Refer to “Windshield Wipers
and Washers” in this section for further informa-
tion.NOTE:
When your headlights come on during the
daytime, the instrument panel lights will
automatically dim to the lower nighttime
intensity. Refer to “Lights” in this section for
further information.SmartBeam™ — If EquippedThe SmartBeam™ system provides increased
forward lighting at night by automating high
beam control through the use of a digital cam-
era mounted on the inside rearview mirror. This
camera detects vehicle specific light and auto-
matically switches from high beams to low
beams until the approaching vehicle is out of
view.
NOTE:
If the windshield or SmartBeam™ mirror is
replaced, the SmartBeam™ mirror must be
re-aimed to ensure proper performance. See
your local authorized dealer.
To Activate
1. Enable the Automatic High Beams. Refer to
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features” in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.
2. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO head-
light position.
3. Push the multifunction lever away from you
(toward front of vehicle) to engage the high
beam mode.
NOTE:
This system will not activate until the ve-
hicle is at or above 20 mph (32 km/h).
To Deactivate
1. Pull the multifunction lever toward you (or
rearward in car) to manually deactivate the
system (normal operation of low beams).
2. Push back on the multifunction lever once
again to reactivate the system.
NOTE:
Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights
and taillights of vehicles in the field of view
will cause headlights to remain on longer
(closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film, and
other obstructions (sticker, toll box, etc.) on
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the windshield or camera lens will cause the
system to function improperly.
Daytime Running Lights — If
Equipped
The Daytime Running Lights (low intensity)
come on whenever the engine is running, and
the transmission is not in the PARK position.
The lights will remain on until the ignition is
switched to the OFF or ACC position or the
parking brake is engaged. Also, if a turn signal
is activated, the DRL lamp on the same side of
the vehicle will turn off for the duration of the
turn signal activation. Once the turn signal is no
longer active, the DRL lamp will illuminate. The
headlight switch must be used for normal night-
time driving.
Disabling The Daytime Running Lights
To disable the Daytime Running Lights open
the hood and located the Power Distribution
Center (PDC), located on the right side of the
engine compartment.Open the PDC by pulling outward on the lock-
ing tabs (one on each side) and pulling upward
on the cover.Remove the left and right Daytime Running
Lamp relays and reinstall the PDC cover.
Automatic Headlight Leveling — HID
Headlights Only
This feature prevents the headlights from inter-
fering with the vision of oncoming drivers.
Headlight leveling automatically adjusts the
height of the headlight beam in reaction to
changes in vehicle pitch.
Headlight DelayTo aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with
a headlight delay that will leave the headlights
on for approximately 90 seconds. This delay is
PDC Location
Locking Tab
Daytime Running Light Relays
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Press the switch to turn
on the heated steering
wheel. The light on the
switch will illuminate to
indicate the steering
wheel heater is on.
Pressing the switch a
second time will turn off
the heated steering
wheel and light indicator.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the heated
steering wheel to operate.
Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote start,
the heated steering wheel can be programmed
to come on during a remote start. Refer to
“Remote Starting System — If Equipped” in
“Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”
for further information.
WARNING!
•Persons who are unable to feel pain to the
skin because of advanced age, chronic
illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medi-
cation, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other
physical conditions must exercise care
when using the steering wheel heater. It
may cause burns even at low tempera-
tures, especially if used for long periods.
• Do not place anything on the steering
wheel that insulates against heat, such as a
blanket or steering wheel covers of any
type and material. This may cause the
steering wheel heater to overheat.
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROLWhen engaged, the Electronic Speed Control
takes over accelerator operations at speeds
greater than 25 mph (40 km/h).
The Electronic Speed Control buttons are lo-
cated on the right side of the steering wheel. NOTE:
In order to ensure proper operation, the
Electronic Speed Control System has been
designed to shut down if multiple Speed
Control functions are operated at the same
time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed
Control System can be reactivated by push-
ing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF
button and resetting the desired vehicle set
speed.
1 — ON/OFF 2 — RES +
4 — CANCEL 3 — SET -
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NOTE:
You can resume ACC from a minimum of
18 mph (30 km/h).
WARNING!
The Resume function should only be used if
traffic and road conditions permit. Resuming a
set speed that is too high or too low for
prevailing traffic and road conditions could
cause the vehicle to accelerate or decelerate
too sharply for safe operation. Failure to follow
these warnings can result in a collision and
death or serious personal injury.
To Vary The Speed SettingWhile ACC is set, you can increase the set
speed by pressing and holding the RES+
button. The increase in set speed is reflected in
the EVIC display:
While in US Mode, if the button is continually
pressed, the set speed will continue to increase
in 5 mph (8 km/h) increments. While in Metric
Mode, if the button is continually pressed, the
set speed will continue to increase in 6 mph
(10 km/h) increments. While in US Mode, pressing the RES
+button
once will result in a 1 mph (1.6 km/h) increase
in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the
button results in increase of 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
While in Metric Mode, pressing the RES +
button once will result in a 0.6 mph (1.0 km/h)
increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of
the button results in increase of 0.6 mph
(1.0 km/h).
While ACC is set, the set speed can be de-
creased by pressing and holding the SET -
button.
If the button is held while in US Mode, the set
speed will continue to decrease in 5 mph
(8 km/h) increments.
If the button is held while in Metric Mode, the
set speed will continue to decrease in 6 mph
(10 km/h) increments.
While in US Mode, pressing the SET -button
once will result in a 1.0 mph (1.6 km/h) de-
crease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of
the button results in decrease of 1.0 mph
(1.6 km/h). While in Metric Mode, pressing the SET
-button
once will result in a 0.6 mph (1.0 km/h) de-
crease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of
the button results in decrease of 0.6 mph
(1.0 km/h).
NOTE:
• When you use the SET - button to decel-
erate, if the engine’s braking power does
not slow the vehicle sufficiently to reach
the set speed, the brake system will auto-
matically slow the vehicle.
• The ACC system can only apply a maxi-
mum of 25% of the vehicle’s braking ca-
pability and will not bring the vehicle to a
complete stop.
• The ACC system maintains set speed
when driving up hill and down hill. How-
ever, a slight speed change on moderate
hills is normal. In addition, downshifting
may occur while climbing uphill or de-
scending downhill. This is normal opera-
tion and necessary to maintain set speed.
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