2012 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE trailer

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Recreational towing is not allowed.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle with any of its wheels on the
ground can cause severe transmission and/or transfer
case damage. Damage from improper towing is not
covered by your new vehicle warranty.
NOTE:This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or
vehicle trailer provided all four wheels areOFFthe
ground.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 457

Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
J01 40 Amp
GreenAir Suspension
J02 30 Amp
PinkPower Liftgate
Module
Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
J03 30 Amp
PinkTrailer Tow
J04 25 Amp
NaturalDriver Door Node
J05 25 Amp
NaturalPassenger Door
Node
J06 40 Amp
GreenAntilock Brakes
Pump/Stability
Control System
J07 30 Amp
PinkAntilock Brakes
Valve/Stability
Control System
J08 40 Amp
GreenPower Seat
J09 30 Amp
PinkE-Brake
Totally Integrated Power Module
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 505

Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
J10 30 Amp
PinkHeadlamp Wash
Relay Contact
J11 30 Amp
PinkDrive Train Control
Module
J12 30 Amp
PinkRear Defroster
J13 60 Amp
YellowMain Ignition Off
Draw (IOD)
J14 20 Amp
BlueTrailer Tow
Lamps/Park Lamps
J15 40 Amp
GreenFront Cabin Fan/
Blower
J17 40 Amp
GreenStarter Motor Sole-
noidCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
J18 20 Amp
BluePowertrain Control
Module/Powertrain
Control Module
Transmission Range
J19 60 Amp
YellowRadiator Fan Motor
HI/Radiator Fan
Motor Low
J20 30 Amp
PinkFront Wiper
J21 20 Amp
BlueFront/Rear Washer
Control
J22 25 Amp
NaturalSunroof Module
M1 15 Amp
BlueStop Lamps
506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter(s) if using your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
❏Drain the transfer case and refill.
❏Inspect the accessory drive belt(s), replace if necessary.
❏Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102,000 miles
(170 000 km).
❏Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or
66 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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S528 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)........... 241
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............440,443,472
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 435
Conserving......................... 309
Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 436
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 436
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................. 292
Fuel.............................. 292
Speedometer........................ 291
Tachometer......................... 284
Gear Ranges........................... 383
Gear Select Lever Override................. 467
General Information............ 18,27,141,222,435
Glass Cleaning.......................... 503
Gross Axle Weight Rating...............444,447
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.............444,446
GVWR ............................... 444Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™)............. 111
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water...................... 394
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 460
Headlights............................ 512
Bulb Replacement.................... 512
On With Wipers..................... 180
Replacing.......................... 512
Heated Mirrors......................... 110
High Beam Indicator..................... 286
Hill Descent Control Indicator............... 286
Hitches
TrailerTowing ....................... 449
Holder,Cup ........................... 264
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . 241
Hood Release.......................... 177
Ignition............................... 14
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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

Tires ............................ 99,418,545
Air Pressure........................ 419
Compact Spare...................... 422
General Information.................. 418
High Speed......................... 420
Inflation Pressures.................... 419
LifeofTires ........................ 425
Load Capacity....................414,415
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)......... 428
Pressure Warning Light................ 287
Quality Grading..................... 545
Radial............................ 421
Replacement........................ 426
Rotation........................... 427
Safety............................. 408
Sizes ............................. 410
Spinning ........................... 424
Tread Wear Indicators................. 424
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 451Tow Hooks, Emergency................... 466
Tow/Haul Indicator Light................. 286
Towing ............................446,468
24-Hour Towing Assistance............. 125
Behind a Motorhome.................. 457
Disabled Vehicle..................... 468
Guide ............................. 450
Recreational........................ 457
Weight ............................ 450
Towing Assistance....................... 125
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome.......... 457
Traction Control......................... 400
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)................. 406
TrailerTowing .......................... 446
Cooling System Tips.................. 456
Hitches............................ 449
Minimum Requirements................ 452
Trailer and Tongue Weight.............. 451
TrailerTowingGuide ..................... 450
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TrailerWeight .......................... 450
Transfer Case........................... 497
Maintenance........................ 497
Transmission........................... 498
Automatic....................380,382,498
Shifting ........................... 380
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 24
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 22
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 241
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 22
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 424
Turn Signals......................286,513,514
UCI Connector......................... 350
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone)............. 111
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 545
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 350Universal Transmitter..................... 241
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 435
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 56
Upholstery Care........................ 503
VanityMirrors .......................... 110
Variance, Compass....................... 315
Vehicle Certification Label................. 443
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 7
Vehicle Loading......................415,443
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 8
Vehicle Storage.......................368,510
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 478
Voice Recognition System (VR).............. 141
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 460
Warning, Roll Over........................ 4
Warnings and Cautions..................... 7
Warranty Information..................... 542
564 INDEX