2012 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE child restraint

Installing a Child Restraint with an ALR:
1. To install a child restraint with ALR, first, pull enough
of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to route it
through the belt path of the child restraint. Slide the latch
plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” Next,
extract all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor and
then allow the belt to retract into the retractor. As the belt
retracts, you will hear a ratcheting sound. This indicates
the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode.
2. Finally, pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap
portion around the child restraint. Any seat belt system
will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally, and
pull it tight if necessary.
To attach a child restraint tether strap:
For rearward facing infant seats secured in the center seat
position with the vehicle seat belts, the rear center seat
position has an armrest tether that secures the arm rest inthe upward position. To access the center seat arm rest
tether first lower the arm rest. The tether is located
behind the armrest and hooked onto the plastic seat
backing.
Center Seat Position Arm Rest Tether
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WARNING!
•An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchor positions directly be-
hind the child seat to secure a child restraint top
tether strap.
•Do not use the cargo tie downs located on the load
floor. Improper usage of the tether can lead to a
failure of an infant or child restraint. The child
could be badly injured or killed.
Top Tether Strap Attachment
For the center seating position route the tether strap over
the seatback and headrest then attach the hook to thetop
tether anchoragelocated on the back of the seatbehind
the gap panel.For the outboard seating positions, route
the tether strap under the headrests and attach the hook
to thetop tether anchoragelocated on the back of the seatbehind the gap panel. Please note the top tether anchor-
ages are not visible until you fold the gap panel down.
Do not use the cargo tie down hooks located on the
floor behind the seats.
Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
an accident. Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in
pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain
(engine, transmission, clutch, and rear axle) in your new
vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 500 mi (800 km). After
the initial 60 mi (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80
or 90 km/h) are desirable.
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The center head restraint has limited adjustment. Lift
upward on the head restraint to raise it, or push down-
ward on the head restraint to lower it.WARNING!
Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered
position could result in serious injury or death in a
collision. Always make sure the outboard head re-
straints are in their upright positions when the seat is
to be occupied.
NOTE:For proper routing of a Child Seat Tether refer to
“Occupant Restraints” in “Things to Know Before Start-
ing Your Vehicle” for further information.
60/40 Split Rear Seat
To Lower Rear Seat
Either side of the rear seat can be lowered to allow for
extended cargo space and still maintain some rear seating
room.
Rear Head Restraint
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To Raise Rear Seat
Raise the rear seatback and lock it into place. If interfer-
ence from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully
locking, you will have difficulty returning the seat to its
proper position.
WARNING!
•Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into
position. If the seatback is not securely locked into
position the seat will not provide the proper
stability for child seats and/or passengers. An
improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
•The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the
rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down
position) should not be used as a play area by
children when the vehicle is in motion. They could
be seriously injured in a collision. Children should
be seated and using the proper restraint system.
Reclining Rear Seat
To recline the seatback, lift the lever located on the
outboard side of the seat, lean back and release the lever
at the desired position. To return the seatback, lift the
lever, lean forward and release the lever.
Rear Seat Release
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Certification Label....................... 443
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 410
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light)................................ 473
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 95
Checks, Safety........................... 95
Child Restraint.................... 82,83,87,90
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............. 86,87
Child Safety Locks........................ 33
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 436
Cleaning
Wheels............................ 502
Climate Control......................... 361
Clock .............................327,336
Cold Weather Operation................... 379
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 360
Compact Spare Tire...................... 422
Compass.............................. 314
Compass Calibration..................... 316Compass Variance....................... 315
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 311
Connector
UCI .............................. 350
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)....... 350
Conserving Fuel........................ 309
Console, Overhead....................... 240
Contract, Service........................ 541
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 492
Cooling System......................... 489
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 491
Coolant Capacity..................... 517
Coolant Level....................489,493
Disposal of Used Coolant............... 492
Drain, Flush, and Refill................ 490
Inspection.......................... 493
Points to Remember.................. 493
Pressure Cap........................ 492
Radiator Cap....................... 492
550 INDEX

Key ............................. 12,14
Ignition Key Removal..................... 14
Illuminated Entry........................ 21
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 16
Infant Restraint........................ 82,83
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 419
Information Center, Vehicle................. 294
Instrument Cluster....................283,284
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 282
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 504
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 504
Interior Appearance Care.................. 503
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 190
Introduction............................. 4
Inverter, Power......................... 262
Jump Starting.......................... 462
Key-In Reminder......................... 16Key, Programming........................ 18
Key, Replacement........................ 17
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 16
Keyless Enter-N-Go................. 35,314,376
Keyless Entry System...................... 22
Keyless Go.......................... 12,314
Keys................................. 12
Kicker Sound System..................... 357
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 51
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren) ............................ 86,87
Latches................................ 99
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 435
Leaks, Fluid............................ 99
LifeofTires ............................ 425
Liftgate................................ 43
Liftgate Flipper Glass...................... 44
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer............. 274
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INDEX 555

Reclining Front Seats..................... 161
Recorder, Event Data...................... 81
Recreational Towing...................... 457
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 436
Refrigerant............................ 482
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 64
Remote Control
Starting System....................... 27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 22
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 358
Remote Starting System.................... 27
Replacement Bulbs....................... 511
Replacement Keys........................ 17
Replacement Parts....................... 474
Replacement Tires....................... 426
Reporting Safety Defects................... 542
Restraints, Child......................... 82
Restraints, Occupant...................... 48
Retractable Cargo Area Cover............... 271Roll Over Warning........................ 4
Rotation,Tires .......................... 427
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 97
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 99
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 542
Safety Information, Tire................... 408
Safety Tips............................. 95
Safety, Exhaust Gas..................... 47,96
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 347
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 522
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 64
Seat Belts............................ 51,97
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 57
And Pregnant Women.................. 66
Child Restraint..................... 82,90
Extender........................... 66
Front Seat.......................... 51
Inspection.......................... 97
560 INDEX

Speed Control (Cruise Control)...........198,201
Speedometer........................... 291
Starting............................. 27,375
Automatic Transmission................ 375
Cold Weather....................... 379
Engine Fails to Start.................. 379
Remote............................ 27
Starting and Operating.................... 375
Starting Procedures...................... 375
Steering
Power............................ 396
TiltColumn ......................194,195
Wheel, Heated...................... 196
Wheel, Tilt......................194,195
Steering Wheel Audio Controls.............. 358
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls.............................. 358
Storage............................... 510
Storage, Vehicle......................368,510StoringYourVehicle ...................... 510
Sun Roof...........................251,254
Sun Visor Extension...................... 111
Sunglasses Storage....................... 241
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 67
Sway Control, Trailer..................... 406
System, Remote Starting.................... 27
Tachometer............................ 284
Telescoping Steering Column.............194,195
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 361
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......... 292
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 86
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo................... 272
Tilt Steering Column...................194,195
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 414
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 412
Tire Markings.......................... 408
Tire Safety Information.................... 408
562 INDEX