2012 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE battery replacement

•ILLUMINATED ENTRY ........................ 17
• REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) ................. 17
• To Unlock The Doors ....................... 18
• To Lock The Doors ........................ 18
• Programming Additional Transmitters ............. 19
• Transmitter Battery Replacement ................ 19
• General Information ....................... 20
• DOOR LOCKS ............................. 20
• Power Door Locks ........................ 21
• Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors ..... 21
• KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO ....................... 22
• WINDOWS ............................... 24
• Power Windows .......................... 24
• Wind Buffeting ........................... 26
• LIFTGATE ............................... 26
• Liftgate Flipper Glass ...................... 27
• Power Liftgate — If Equipped .................. 27
• OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS ...................... 29
• Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................ 30
• Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions ........... 31
• Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure ........... 32
• Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......... 33
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Programming Additional
Transmitters
Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters
may be performed at an authorized dealer.
Transmitter Battery ReplacementThe recommended replacement battery is one
CR2032 battery.
NOTE:
•Perchlorate Material — special handling
may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/
hazardouswaste/perchlorate
• Do not touch the battery terminals that
are on the back housing or the printed
circuit board.
1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the
mechanical latch at the top of the RKE trans-
mitter sideways with your thumb and then pull
the key out with your other hand. 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2
flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently
pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart.
Make sure not to damage the seal during
removal.
Emergency Key RemovalInserting Emergency Key Into Slot
Separating RKE Transmitter
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
•ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ................. 298
• ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L ................. 299
• ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 3.0L DIESEL ............ 300
• ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM – OBD II ........... 301
• Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ................ 301
• REPLACEMENT PARTS ...................... 301
• MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .................. 301
• Engine Oil – Gasoline Engines ................ 302
• Engine Oil – Diesel Engine .................. 303
• Synthetic Engine Oils ..................... 303
• Materials Added To Engine Oils ............... 304
• Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Filters ......... 304
• Engine Oil Filter ......................... 304
• Engine Air Cleaner Filter .................... 304
• Maintenance-Free Battery ................... 304
• Air Conditioner Maintenance ................. 305
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and the recommended maintenance intervals
for oil and filter changes are followed.
Materials Added To Engine OilsDo not add supplemental materials, other than
leak detection dyes, to the engine oil. Engine oil
is an engineered product, and its performance
may be impaired by supplemental additives.
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And
Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used
engine oil and oil filters from your vehicle. Used
oil and oil filters, indiscriminately discarded,
can present a problem to the environment.
Contact your local authorized dealer, service
station, or governmental agency for advice on
how and where used oil and oil filters can be
safely discarded in your area.
Engine Oil FilterThe engine oil filter should be replaced with a
new filter at every oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
The manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow
type disposable oil filter. Use a filter of this type
for replacement. The quality of replacementfilters varies considerably. Only high-quality
filters should be used to assure most efficient
service. MOPAR
engine oil filters are high-
quality oil filters and are recommended.
Engine Air Cleaner FilterRefer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the
proper maintenance intervals.
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 start-
ing 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. MOPAR
engine air cleaner filters are
a high quality filter and are recommended.
Maintenance-Free BatteryYour vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-
free battery. You will never have to add water,
nor is periodic maintenance 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 immediately with
large amounts of water.
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive.
Keep flame or sparks away from the bat-
tery. Do not use a booster battery or any
other booster source with an output greater
than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps to
touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
(Cruise Control)..............117
Adding Fuel ................265
Additives, Fuel ...............264
Air Cleaner, Engine
(Engine Air Cleaner Filter) .........304
Air Conditioner Maintenance .......305
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .......305
Air Conditioning System ..........205
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips .....208
Air Filter ...................304
Air Pressure, Tires .............253
Air Suspension ...............236
Airbag .................. 37,43
Airbag Deployment .............44
Airbag Light ........... 42,45,56,159
Airbag Maintenance ............45
Airbag, Side ............. 39,41,43
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) . . . 39,41,43
Alarm (Security Alarm) ..........164
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ......16
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ......8
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......245
Anti-Lock Warning Light ..........163
Anti-Theft System .............164
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........326
Appearance Care .............315 Assist, Hill Start
..............249
Auto Down Power Windows ........25
Automatic Dimming Mirror .........67
Automatic Door Locks ...........21
Automatic Headlights ...........105
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . 205
Automatic Transmission .....222,226,313
Adding Fluid ...............315
Fluid and Filter Changes ........313
Fluid Level Check .........314,315
Fluid Type ................313
Special Additives ............314
Autostick ................ 225,230
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet
(Power Outlet) ...............142
Auxiliary Power Outlet ...........142
Battery ...................304
Keyless Transmitter Replacement
(RKE) ...................19
Belts, Seat ................ 30,56
Blind Spot Monitoring ............69
Body Mechanism Lubrication .......305
Brake Assist System ............246
Brake Control System, Electronic .....245
Brake Fluid .................312 Brake System
...............311
Anti-Lock
(ABS) .............245
Fluid Check ...............312
Master Cylinder .............312
Parking ..................244
Warning Light ..............162
Brake/Transmission Interlock .......222
Break-In Recommendations, New
Vehicle ....................55
Bulb Replacement .............322
Bulbs, Light .................58
Calibration, Compass ...........179
Camera, Rear ...............136
Capacities, Fluid ..............326
Caps, Filler Fuel ....................265
Power Steering .............243
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ......310
Car Washes ................316
Carbon Monoxide Warning .........56
Cargo Area Cover .............148
Cargo Area Features ...........146
Cargo Compartment ............146
Light ...................147
Cargo Light .................147
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Bulb Replacement...........322
Cargo ..................147
Center Mounted Stop ..........325
Daytime Running ............107
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .......105
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator .................251
Exterior ..................58
Fog ............... 108,160,323
Fuses ...................318
Hazard Warning Flasher ........282
Headlights ............. 322,323
Headlights On With Wipers .......106
High Beam Indicator ..........160
Hill Descent Control Indicator .....160
Illuminated Entry .............17
Low Fuel .................170
Malfunction Indicator
(Check Engine) .............159
Map Reading ..............109
Reading ............... 109,138
Rear Fog .................164
Rear Servicing ..............324
Rear Tail .................324
Seat Belt Reminder ...........162
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ......164
Service ..................322 Service Engine Soon
(Malfunction Indicator)
.........159
Side Marker ...............324
SmartBeams ...............106
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ....160
Tow/Haul Indicator ...........160
Traction Control .............251
Turn Signal ......... 58,105,323,324
Vanity Mirror ................69
Locks .....................20
Automatic Door ..............21
Child Protection ..............21
Door ....................20
Power Door ................21
Steering Wheel ..............14
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH) ...................51
Lubrication, Body .............305
Maintenance Free Battery .........304
Maintenance Procedures .........301
Maintenance Schedule ........332,344
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine) ..............159
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) .....101
Memory Seat ................101 Memory Seats and Radio
.........101
Methanol .................. 263
Methanol Fuel ...............263
Mini-Trip Computer ............174
Mirrors ....................67
Automatic Dimming ............67
Electric Powered .............68
Electric Remote ..............68
Exterior Folding ..............68
Heated ...................68
Outside ..................67
Power Folding ...............68
Rearview ..................67
Vanity ...................69
Mode Fuel Saver ................173
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ......8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ......257
Mopar Parts ................301
Multi-Displacement Engine System . . . 244
Multi-Function Control Lever .......105
New Vehicle Break-In Period ........55
Occupant Restraints .........29,41,44
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ....39,41,43
370

Storing Your Vehicle............321
Sun Roof ................ 139,140
Sun Visor Extension .............69
Sunglasses Storage ............138
Supplemental Restraint
System - Airbag ...............37
Suspension, Air ..............236
Sway Control, Trailer ............248
Synthetic Engine Oil ............303
Tachometer .................159
Telescoping Steering Column ....113,114
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) . . 205
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant . . 164
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint .......51
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ..........148
Tilt Steering Column .........113,114
Tires ................... 58,252
Air Pressure ...............253
Chains ..................254
Changing ................283
High Speed ...............253
Inflation Pressures ............253
Jacking ..................283 Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . . 257
Pressure Warning Light
.........160
Radial ..................253
Replacement ..............255
Rotation .................256
Spare Tire ................283
Spinning .................253
Tread Wear Indicators .........254
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .......270
Tow/Haul Indicator Light .........160
Towing ................. 266,291
Disabled Vehicle ............291
Guide ...................270
Recreational ...............276
Weight ..................270
Towing Eyes ................290
Traction Control ..............246
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ........248
Trailer Towing ................266
Cooling System Tips ..........275
Hitches ..................275
Minimum Requirements .........271
Trailer and Tongue Weight .......270
Wiring ..................272 Trailer Towing Guide
............270
Trailer Weight ................270
Transfer Case ...............313
Maintenance ...............313
Transmission Automatic ........... 222,226,313
Maintenance ...............

313
Shifting ..................221
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) ...........19
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) ...........17
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) .....................17
Tread Wear Indicators ...........254
Turn Signals ........... 160,323,324
UCI Connector ...............183
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) .....74
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)
Connector .................183
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ......32
Upholstery Care ..............317
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