2012 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE hood release

•The seat will move to the position located
0.3 in (8 mm) forward of the rear stop if the
starting position is between 0.9 to 2.67 in (23
to 68 mm) forward of the rear stop when the
key is removed from the ignition switch. The
seat will move forward to the memory/driving
position when the key is placed into the
ignition, and turned out of the LOCK position
toward the ACC/ON position.
The Easy Entry/Exit feature will be automatically
disabled if the seat is already positioned closer
than 0.9 in (23 mm) forward of the rear stop. At
this position, there is no benefit to the driver by
moving the seat for Easy Exit/Entry.
Each stored memory setting will have an asso-
ciated Easy Entry/Exit position.
NOTE:
The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled
when the vehicle is delivered from the fac-
tory. The Easy Entry/Exit feature is enabled
(or later disabled) through the program-
mable features in the Electronic Vehicle In-
formation Center (EVIC). Refer to “Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ Customer-Programmable Features” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOODTo open the hood, two latches must be re-
leased.
1. Pull the release lever located below the
instrument panel and in front of the driver’s
door.
2. Reach under the hood, move safety latch to
the left and lift the hood.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the
hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at
the center of the hood to ensure that both
latches engage.
Hood Release
Safety Latch Location
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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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attention should also be given to hood latching
components to ensure proper function. When
performing other underhood services, the hood
latch, release mechanism and safety catch
should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubri-
cated twice a year, preferably in the Fall and
Spring. Apply a small amount of a high quality
lubricant, such as MOPARLock Cylinder Lu-
bricant or equivalent directly into the lock cyl-
inder.
Windshield Wiper BladesClean the rubber edges of the wiper blades
and the windshield periodically with a sponge
or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner to
remove accumulations of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long
periods may cause deterioration of the wiper
blades. Always use washer fluid when using
the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry
windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to wipe frost or
ice from the windshield. Keep the blade rubber
out of contact with petroleum products such as
engine oil, gasoline, etc. NOTE:
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies de-
pending on geographical area and fre-
quency of use. Poor performance of blades
may be present with chattering, marks, wa-
ter lines or wet spots. If any of these condi-
tions are present, clean the wiper blades or
replace as necessary.
Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
1. Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm
upward, this will allow the rear wiper blade to
be raised off of the liftgate glass.
NOTE:
The rear wiper arm cannot be raised fully
upward unless the pivot cap is raised first.
2. Lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the
wiper blade off of the liftgate glass.
3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and
rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin
from the wiper blade holder.
1 — Wiper Arm
2 — Pivot Cap
1 — Wiper Blade
2 — Blade Pivot Pin
3 — Wiper Arm
4 — Wiper Blade Holder
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Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)....265,266,301
Gasoline (Fuel) ...............262
Conserving ................173
Gasoline, Clean Air ............263
Gauges Coolant Temperature ..........164
Fuel ....................163
Speedometer ..............163
Tachometer ...............159
Gear Ranges ............. 222,226
Gear Select Lever Override ........290
General Information ........15,20,262
Glass Cleaning ...............318
Gross Axle Weight Rating .........267
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .......267
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™) .....74
Hazard Warning Flasher .........282
Headlights .................322
Bulb Replacement ...........323
Cleaning .................317
On With Wipers .............106
Replacing ................323
Heated Mirrors ...............68
High Beam Indicator ...........160
Hill Descent Control ............250 Hill Descent Control Indicator
......160
Hill Start Assist ...............249
Holder, Cup ................144
Hood Release ...............104
Ignition ....................13
Key ................... 12,13
Ignition Key Removal ............13
Illuminated Entry ..............17
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ..........14
Infant Restraint .............. 47,49
Inflation Pressure Tires ..........253
Information Center, Vehicle ........164
Inside Rearview Mirror ...........67
Instrument Cluster .............159
Instrument Panel and Controls ......157
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning .....318
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ....318
Interior Appearance Care .........317
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ....111
Introduction ..................4
Jack Location ...............283
Jack Operation ............ 283,284
Jacking Instructions ............284
Jump Starting ...............287 Key-In
Reminder
..............14
Key, Programming .............15
Key, Replacement ..............15
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ..........14
Keyless Enter-N-Go ........22,176,216
Keyless Entry System ............17
Keyless Go ............... 12,176
Keys .....................12
Lap/Shoulder Belts .............30
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren) ...................51
Latches ...................58
Lead Free Gasoline ............262
Leaks, Fluid .................58
Liftgate ....................26
Liftgate Flipper Glass ............27
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ......149
Light Bulbs ..................58
Lights .................. 58,105
Airbag ............. 42,45,56,159
Anti-Lock .................163
Automatic Headlights ..........105
Back-Up .................324
Brake Assist Warning ..........251
Brake Warning ..............162
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