2012 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE hood release

Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped
The following messages will display in the EVIC if the
vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema-
turely:
•Remote Start Aborted — Door Ajar
•Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar
•Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low
•Remote Start Aborted — Liftgate Ajar
•Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle To Reset
The EVIC message stays active until the ignition is turned
to the ON/RUN position.
To Enter Remote Start Mode
Press and release the REMOTE START button
on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec-
onds. The vehicle doors will lock, the parking
lights will flash and the horn will chirp twice (if
programmed). Then, the engine will start and the vehicle
will remain in the Remote Start mode for a 15 minute
cycle.
NOTE:
•If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the
vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.
•The park lamps will turn on and remain on during
Remote Start mode.
•For security, power window and power sunroof op-
eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is
in the Remote Start mode.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29

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 dis-
abled 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 associated Easy
Entry/Exit position.
NOTE:The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled
when the vehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy
Entry/Exit feature is enabled (or later disabled) through
the programmable features in the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable
Features” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released.
1. Pull the release lever located below the instrument
panel and in front of the driver’s door.
Hood Release
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Outlet 6 — Lower Switch Bank 11 — Hood Release
2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Hazard Switch 12 — Fuel Door Release
3 — Radio 8 — Storage Bin 13 — Headlight Switch
4 — Glove Compartment 9 — ESC Button 14 – Dimmer Control
5 — Climate Controls 10 — Ignition Switch 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

When performing other underhood services, the hood
latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be
cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR
Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the
lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions 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 remove 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 depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any condition is
present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humid
cloth removing any debris that may be affecting its
function.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 483

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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