2012 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE seats

Ambient Light Color Control — If Equipped
Ambient lights are located under the instrument panel
and the driver’s and passenger’s front seats. The color of
the ambient lights can be changed by pressing the button
located above the shift lever. Press the button to toggle
through the colors and back to the off position.
Lights-On Reminder
If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on
after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound when
the driver ’s door is opened.
Battery Saver
To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, load shedding
is provided for both the interior and exterior lights.
If the ignition is OFF and any door is left ajar for
10 minutes or the dimmer control is rotated all the way
up to the dome ON position for 10 minutes, the interior
lights will automatically turn off.
If the headlights remain on while the ignition is cycled
OFF, the exterior lights will automatically turn off after
eight minutes. If the headlights are turned on and left on
for eight minutes while the ignition is OFF, the exterior
lights will automatically turn off.
NOTE:Battery saver mode is cancelled if the ignition is
ON.
Ambient Light Color Control
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185

WARNING!
•To help protect against personal injury, passengers
should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The
rear cargo space is intended for load carrying
purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit
in seats and use seat belts.
•Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a
child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or acci-
dent, a hook could pull loose and allow the child
seat to come loose. A child could be badly injured.
Use only the anchors provided for child seat
tethers.
The weight and position of cargo and passengers
can change the vehicle center of gravity and ve-
hicle handling. To avoid loss of control resulting
in personal injury, follow these guidelines for
loading your vehicle:
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not carry loads which exceed the load limits
described on the label attached to the left door or
left door center pillar.
•Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put
heavier objects as low and as far forward as
possible.
•Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear
axle. Too much weight or improperly placed
weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the
rear of the vehicle to sway.
•Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of
the seatback. This could impair visibility or be-
come a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or
accident.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273

Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
•
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly
with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
•To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use
MOPARWheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a
non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These
products may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions
or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro-
tective finish. Only MOPARWheel Cleaner or
equivalent is recommended.
Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If
Equipped
Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man-
ner:
•Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
•Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
•For tough stains, apply MOPARTotal Clean or a mild
soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove the
stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
•For grease stains, apply MOPARMulti-Purpose
Cleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and
remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove
soap residue.
•Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of
protectants on Stain Repel products.
502 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
M2 20 Amp
YellowElectronic Limit
Slip Differential/
Air Suspension
M3 20 Amp
YellowLiftgate/Headrest
M5 25 Amp
Natural115V AC Power
Inverter
M6 20 Amp
YellowCigar Lighter
M7 20 Amp
YellowPower Outlet #2
(Switchable)
M8 20 Amp
YellowFront Heated Seat
& Steering Wheel
M9 20 Amp
YellowRear Heated SeatsCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
M10 15 Amp
BlueVideo/Universal
Garage Door
Opener
M11 10 Amp
RedHeating, Ventilation
& Air Conditioning
(Climate Control
System)
M12 30 Amp
GreenRadio/Amplifier
M13 20 Amp
YellowInstrument Cluster
M14 20 Amp
YellowBack Up Camera –
If Equipped
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 507

Traction Control..................... 407
Turn Signal................. 99,179,513,514
VanityMirror ....................... 110
Loading Vehicle......................... 443
Tires .............................. 414
Locks................................. 31
Automatic Door...................... 33
Child Protection...................... 33
Door.............................. 31
Power Door......................... 32
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH)............................ 86,87
Lubrication, Body....................... 482
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 480
Maintenance Procedures................... 475
Maintenance Schedule.................... 522
Maintenance Schedules.................... 522
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 284,473Manual, Service......................... 543
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 173
Memory Seat........................... 173
Memory Seats and Radio.................. 173
Methanol............................. 436
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 311
Mirrors ............................... 108
Automatic Dimming.................. 108
Electric Powered..................... 109
Electric Remote...................... 109
ExteriorFolding ..................... 109
Heated............................ 110
Outside........................... 109
Vanity ............................ 110
Mode
Fuel Saver......................... 309
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 428
Mopar Parts.........................474,542
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INDEX 557

Personal Settings........................ 317
Pets.................................. 94
Pets, Transporting........................ 94
Phone, Cellular......................... 111
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™)............. 111
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 414
PolishingandWaxing ..................... 500
Power
Door Locks......................... 32
Inverter........................... 262
Lift Gate........................... 45
Mirrors ............................ 109
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)........ 258
Seats...........................156,158
Steering........................... 396
Sunroof.........................251,254
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column......... 195
Windows........................... 40
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 66Pretensioners
Seat Belts........................... 60
Programmable Electronic Features............ 317
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 22
Radial Ply Tires......................... 421
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 492
Radio Operation........................ 361
Rain Sensitive Wiper System................ 192
Rear Axle (Differential).................... 496
Rear Camera........................... 237
Rear Cross Path......................... 152
Rear Cupholder......................... 264
Rear Park Sense System................... 229
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 170
Rear Window Defroster................... 275
Rear Window Features.................... 274
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 274
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INDEX 559

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

Maintenance........................ 504
Pretensioners........................ 60
Reminder.......................... 289
Shoulder Belt Anchorage................ 57
Untwisting Procedure.................. 56
Seats................................. 155
Adjustment......................... 160
Cleaning........................... 503
Easy Entry......................... 176
Memory........................... 173
Power..........................156,158
Rear Folding........................ 170
Reclining .......................... 161
Security Against Theft..................... 18
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............. 18,292
Selec-Terrain........................... 392
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)............. 490
Selection of Oil......................... 477
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 16Sentry Key Programming................... 18
Sentry Key Replacement................... 17
Service Assistance....................... 539
Service Contract......................... 541
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator).................... 284
Service Manuals........................ 543
SettingtheClock .....................327,336
Settings, Personal........................ 317
Shift Lever Override...................... 467
Shifting ............................... 380
Automatic Transmission................ 380
Shoulder Belts........................... 51
Side Airbag............................. 76
Signals, Turn................... 99,286,513,514
SmartBeams........................... 181
Sound System
Kicker............................ 357
Spare Tire..........................422,423
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INDEX 561