2012 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE four wheel drive

INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on selecting your new Chrysler
Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it repre-
sents precision workmanship, distinctive styl-
ing, and high quality - all essentials that are
traditional to our vehicles.
This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go
places and perform tasks that conventional
passenger cars are not intended. It handles
and maneuvers differently from many passen-
ger cars both on-road and off-road, so take
time to become familiar with your vehicle.
The two-wheel drive version of this vehicle was
designed for on-road use only. It is not intended
for off-road driving or use in other severe con-
ditions suited for a four-wheel drive vehicle.
Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the
Owner’s Manual and all the Supplements. Be
sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls,
particularly those used for braking, steering,
and transmission and transfer case shifting.
Learn how your vehicle handles on different
road surfaces. Your driving skills will improve
with experience, but as in driving any vehicle,
take it easy as you begin. When driving off-roador working the vehicle, don’t overload it or
expect it to overcome the forces of nature.
Always observe local laws wherever you drive.
As with other vehicles of this type, failure to
operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss
of control or a collision. Be sure to read the
“On-Road/ Off-Road Driving Tips” in “Starting
And Operating” for further information.
NOTE:
After reviewing the owner information, it
should be stored in the vehicle for conve-
nient referencing and remain with the ve-
hicle when sold.
Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may
result in loss of control or a collision.
Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds or
while intoxicated may result in loss of control,
collision with other vehicles or objects, going
off the road, or overturning; any of which may
lead to serious injury or death. Also, failure to
use seat belts subjects the driver and passen-
gers to a greater risk of injury or death.
To keep your vehicle running at its best, have
your vehicle serviced at recommended inter-vals by an authorized dealer or distributor who
has the qualified personnel, special tools and
equipment to perform all service.
The manufacturer and its distributors are vitally
interested in your complete satisfaction with
this vehicle. If you encounter a service or
warranty problem which is not resolved to your
satisfaction, discuss the matter with your autho-
rized dealer or distributor’s management.
Your authorized dealer or distributor will be
happy to assist you with any questions about
your vehicle.
ROLLOVER WARNINGUtility vehicles have a significantly higher roll-
over rate than other types of vehicles. This
vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a
higher center of gravity than many passenger
cars. It is capable of performing better in a
wide variety of off-road applications. Driven in
an unsafe manner, all vehicles can go out of
control. Because of the higher center of gravity,
if this vehicle is out of control it may roll over
when some other vehicles may not.
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Windshield Washer OperationTo use the washer, push on the end of the lever
(toward the steering wheel) and hold while
spray is desired. If the lever is pushed while in
the intermittent setting, the wipers will turn on
and operate for several wipe cycles after the
end of the lever is released, and then resume
the intermittent interval previously selected.
If the end of the lever is pushed while the
wipers are in the off position, the wipers will
operate for several wipe cycles, then turn off.WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the wind-
shield could lead to a collision. You might not
see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid
sudden icing of the windshield during freezing
weather, warm the windshield with the de-
froster before and during windshield washer
use.
MistUse the Mist feature when weather conditions
make occasional usage of the wipers neces-
sary. Rotate the end of the lever downward to
the Mist position and release for a single wiping
cycle.
NOTE:
The mist feature does not activate the
washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will
be sprayed on the windshield. The wash
function must be used in order to spray the
windshield with washer fluid.Rain Sensing Wipers — If EquippedThis feature senses moisture on the windshield
and automatically activates the wipers for the
driver. The feature is especially useful for road
splash or overspray from the windshield wash-
ers of the vehicle ahead. Rotate the end of the
multifunction lever to one of four settings to
activate this feature.
The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted
with the multifunction lever. Wiper delay posi-
tion 1 is the least sensitive, and wiper delay
position 4 is the most sensitive. Setting 3 should
be used for normal rain conditions. Settings 1
and 2 can be used if the driver desires less
Windshield Washer Operation
Mist Control
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NOTE:
Any chassis/suspension modifications to
the vehicle will effect the performance of the
Adaptive Cruise Control.
Activating Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC)
You can only activate ACC if the vehicle speed
is above 18 mph (30 km/h).
When the system is turned on and in the
READY state, the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) displays “Adaptive Cruise
Ready.”
When the system is OFF, the EVIC displays
“Adaptive Cruise Control Off.”
NOTE:
You cannot enable ACC under the following
conditions:
•When in Four-Wheel Drive Low.
• When you apply the brakes.
• When the parking brake is set.
• When the automatic transmission is in
PARK, REVERSE or NEUTRAL. •
When pushing the RES + button without a
previously set speed in memory.
To ActivatePush and release the ON/OFF button. The ACC
menu in the EVIC displays “Adaptive Cruise
Ready.”
To turn the system OFF, push and release the
ON/OFF button again. At this time, the system
will turn off and the EVIC will display “Adaptive
Cruise Control Off.”
WARNING!
Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
system on when not in use is dangerous. You
could accidentally set the system or cause it
to go faster than you want. You could lose
control and have a collision. Always leave the
system off when you are not using it.
To Set A Desired ACC SpeedWhen the vehicle reaches the speed desired,
push the SET -button and release. The EVIC
will display the set speed.
Adaptive Cruise Control Ready
ACC Set
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Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. If
you do not, the vehicle may continue to accel-
erate beyond the set speed. If this occurs:
•The message “DRIVER OVERRIDE” will dis-
play in the EVIC.
• The system will not be controlling the dis-
tance between your vehicle and the vehicle
ahead. The vehicle speed will only be deter-
mined by the position of the accelerator
pedal.To CancelThe system will disable ACC without erasing
the memory if:
•You softly tap the brake pedal.
• You depress the brake pedal.
• You press the CANCEL switch.
• An Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) event oc-
curs.
• A Trailer Sway Control (TSC) event occurs.
• If the transmission is shifted into NEUTRAL.
• The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Con-
trol System (ESC/TCS) activates.
NOTE:
If ACC is resumed or set with the ESC/TCS
off, ESC will automatically be re-engaged.
To Turn OffThe system will turn off and erase the set speed
in memory if:
• You push the ON/OFF button.
• You turn OFF the ignition.
• You switch to Four-Wheel Drive Low.
To Resume SpeedPress the RES +button and release. Then
remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
The EVIC will display the last set speed.Driver Override
Adaptive Cruise Control Cancelled
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To Vary The Speed Setting
There are two ways to change the set speed:
•Use the accelerator pedal to adjust the ve-
hicle to the desired speed and press the SET
-button.
• Tap the RES +or SET -button to increase or
decrease the set speed in 0.6 mph (1 km/h)
increments respectively. Hold the RES +or
SET -button for 6 mph (10 km/h) increments.
To Cancel
The system will disable normal Cruise Control
without erasing the memory if:
• You softly tap or depress the brake pedal.
• You press the CANCEL button.
• The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Con-
trol System (ESC/TCS) activates.
To Resume
Press the RES +button and then remove your
foot from the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will
display the last set speed. To Turn Off
The system will turn off and erase the set speed
in memory if:
•
You push the ON/OFF button.
• You turn off the ignition.
• You engage Four-Wheel Drive Low.
If the Cruise Control system is turned off and
reactivated, the system will return to the last
driver setting (ACC or Normal Cruise Control).
Forward Collision Warning — If
Equipped
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) warns the
driver of a potential collision with the vehicle in
front of you and prompts the driver to take
action in order to avoid the collision.
FCW monitors the information from the forward
looking sensor as well as the Electronic Brake
Controller (EBC), wheel speed sensors, i.e., to
calculate a probable rear-end collision. When
the system determines that a rear-end collision
is probable a warning message (both audible
and visual) will be displayed on the EVIC. When
the system determines a collision with the ve- hicle in front of you is no longer probable, the
warning message will be deactivated.
When entering or driving in a curve, the FCW
alerts may be triggered on objects other than
vehicles such as guard rails or sign posts
based on the course prediction. This is ex-
pected and is a part of normal FCW activation
and functionality.
NOTE:
The minimum speed for FCW activation is
10 mph (16 km/h).
FCW Message
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The light also will turn on when the parking
brake is applied with the ignition switch in the
ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake
is applied. It does not show the degree of
brake application.
15. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) LightThis light monitors the Anti-Lock
Brake System (ABS). The light will
turn on when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON/RUN position and
may stay on for as long as four
seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while
driving, it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of
the brake system is not functioning and that
service is required. However, the conventional
brake system will continue to operate normally
if the BRAKE warning light is not on.
If the ABS light is on, the brake system should
be serviced as soon as possible to restore the
benefits of Anti-Lock brakes. If the ABS light
does not turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position, have the light
inspected by an authorized dealer.
16. 4 LOW
This light alerts the driver that the
vehicle is in the four-wheel drive
LOW mode. The front and rear
driveshafts are mechanically
locked together forcing the front
and rear wheels to rotate at the
same speed. Low range provides a greater
gear reduction ratio to provide increased
torque at the wheels.
For further information on four-wheel drive op-
eration and proper use, refer to “Four-Wheel
Drive Operation — If Equipped” in “Starting
And Operating”.
17. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
18. Fuel Door Reminder The fuel pump symbol points to the
side of the vehicle where the fuel
door is located. 19. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel
tank when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN
position.
20. Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) White Telltale Area
This area will display the EVIC reconfigurable
white telltales. For further information, refer to
“Electronic vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”.
21. Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) Amber Telltale Area
This area will display the EVIC reconfigurable
amber caution telltales. For further information,
refer to “Electronic vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)”.
22. Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) Red Telltale Area
This area will display the EVIC reconfigurable
red telltales. For further information, refer to
“Electronic vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”.
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trol (ACC)” in “Understanding The Features
Of Your Vehicle” (if equipped).
• Distance Set — After changing the desired
following distance in the ACC system, this
message will display momentarily. Refer to
“Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Under-
standing The Features Of Your Vehicle” (if
equipped).
• Brake — If the ACC system predicts that its
maximum braking level is not sufficient to
maintain the set distance, this message will
flash and a chime will sound while ACC
continues to apply its maximum braking ca-
pacity. When this occurs, you should imme-
diately apply the brakes as needed to main-
tain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.
Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in
“Understanding The Features Of Your Ve-
hicle” (if equipped).
• Clean Radar Sensor in the Front of Vehicle —
If the ACC system deactivates due to perfor-
mance limiting conditions. Refer to “Adap-
tive Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Understanding
The Features Of Your Vehicle” (if equipped). •
ACC/FCW Unavailable Vehicle System Error
— If the ACC system turns off due to a
temporary malfunction that limits functional-
ity. Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)”
in “Understanding The Features Of Your Ve-
hicle” (if equipped).
• ACC/FCW Unavailable Service Radar Sen-
sor — If the ACC system turns off due to an
internal system fault that requires service
from an authorized dealer. Refer to “Adaptive
Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Understanding
The Features Of Your Vehicle” (if equipped).
• Coolant Low
• Service Air Suspension System
• Oil Change Due
• Key In Ignition
• Lights On
• Key In Ignition Lights On
• Ignition Or Accessory On
• Ignition Or Accessory On. Lights On
• Turn Signal On
• Park Assist On •
Warning Object Detected
• Memory 1 Profile Set
• Memory 2 Profile Set
• Memory System Unavailable — Not in Park
• Memory System Unavailable — Seatbelt
buckled
• Memory 1 Profile Recall
• Memory 2 Profile Recall
• Press Brake Pedal And Push Button To Start
• Wrong Key
• Damaged Key
• Key Not Programmed
• Function Currently Unavailable — Power Lift-
gate
• Unlock To Operate — Power Liftgate
• Put In Park To Operate — Power Liftgate
• Automatic High Beams On
• Automatic High Beams Off
• Service Four Wheel Drive System
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•FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION ................ 231
• Quadra-Trac II Operating Instructions/Precautions .... 231
• Shift Positions .......................... 232
• Shifting Procedures ...................... 233
• Quadra-Drive II System – If Equipped ........... 234
• SELEC-TERRAIN™ — IF EQUIPPED ............... 234
• Description ............................ 234
• Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display
Messages ............................. 235
• QUADRA-LIFT™ — IF EQUIPPED ................ 236
• Description ............................ 236
• Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display
Messages ............................. 237
• Operation ............................. 238
• ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS ...................... 238
• OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS ..................... 239
• Quadra-Lift™ – If Equipped .................. 239
• When To Use 4WD LOW Range – If Equipped ....... 239
• Driving Through Water ..................... 239
• Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand ............... 240
• Hill Climbing ........................... 240
• Traction Downhill ........................ 241
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