2012 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE display

ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
(EVIC)
• The EVIC features a driverinteractive display that is located
in the instrument cluster. Pressing
thecontrolsontheleftsideofthe
steering wheel allows the driver to
select vehicle information and
Personal Settings. For additional
information, refer to
Programmable Features in this
guide.
• Press and release the UP
button to scroll upward through
the main menus (Fuel Economy,
Vehicle Info, Tire PSI, Cruise,
Messages, Units, System Setup)
and sub menus.
• Press and release the DOWN
button to scroll downward through the
main menus and sub menus.
• Press and release the SELECT
button for access to main menus, sub
menus or to select a personal setting in the setup menu.
• Press the BACK button to scroll back to a previous menu or sub menu.
Compass Calibration
• This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear
erratic and the EVIC will display “CAL” until the compass is calibrated.
• You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360 degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until
the “CAL” message displayed in the EVIC turns off. The compass will now
function normally.
ECO
• The ECO message will appear in your EVIC display whenever you aredriving in a fuel efficient manner.
• This feature allows you to monitor when you are driving in a fuel efficient manner, and it can be used to modify driving habits in order to increase
fuel economy.
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PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
• The EVIC can be used to program the following Personal Settings. Pressthe UPor DOWNbutton until System Setup displays, then press
the SELECTbutton. Scroll through the settings using the UP or
DOWN buttons. Press the SELECTbutton to change the setting.
Press the BACK button to scroll back to a previous menu or sub menu.
• Select Language • Illuminated Approach
• Nav – Turn By Turn • Display ECO Symbol
• Auto Unlock Doors • Keyless Enter-N-Go™
• Remote Unlock Sequence • Auto High Beams
• RKE Linked To Memory • Wiper Mode
• Remote Start Comfort Sys. • Hill Start Assist (HSA)
• Horn With Remote Lock • Blind Spot Alert
• Horn With Remote Start • Forward Collision Warning
• Flash Lamps With Lock • Park Assist System
• Headlamp Off Delay • Display Units of Measure In:
• Headlamps With Wipers • Liftgate Chime
• Easy Entry/Exit Seat • Calibrate Compass
• Tilt Mirror in Reverse • Compass Variance
• Key-Off Power Delay
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HomeLink®)
• HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home
security systems. The HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt
battery.
• The HomeLink® buttons that are located in the overhead console or sunvisor designate the three different HomeLink® channels.
• The HomeLink® indicator is located above the center button.
Before You Begin Programming
HomeLink®
• Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you
begin programming.
• For more efficient programming and accurate transmission of the
radio-frequency signal it is
recommended that a new battery
be placed in the hand-held
transmitter of the device that is
being programmed to the
HomeLink® system.
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Shifting Procedures
4WD HI To 4WD LOW• With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h), the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position or the engine running, shift the
transmission into NEUTRAL, and press the “4WD LOW” button once on
the transfer case switch. The “4WD LOW” indicator light in the
instrument cluster will begin to flash and remain on solid when the shift
is complete.
4WD LOW To 4WD HI • With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h), the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position or the engine running, shift the
transmission into NEUTRAL, and press the “4WD LOW” button once on
the transfer case switch. The “4WD LOW” indicator light in the
instrument cluster will flash and turn off when the shift is complete.
NOTE:
• If the shift conditions/interlocks are not met, or a transfer case motor temperature protection exists, a “For 4x4 Low Slow Below 5 MPH or 8 KPH
Put Trans in N Press 4 Low” message will flash on the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC).
• Shifting into or out of 4WD LOW is possible with the vehicle completely stopped; however, d ifficulty may occur due to the mating clutch teeth not
being properly aligned. Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth
alignment and shift completion to occur. The preferred method is with the
vehicle rolling 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h). If the vehicle is moving faster than
3 mph (5 km/h), the transfer case will not allow the shift.
NEUTRAL Shift Procedure
• Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position, engine off.
• Vehicle stopped, with foot on brake.
• Place the transmission into NEUTRAL.
• Press and hold the NEUTRAL button located near the 4WD mode control knob with a pen or similar object for four seconds. The indicator light will
begin to flash indicating the shift is in progress. The light will stop
blinking (stay on solid) when the NEUTRAL shift is complete. A “4WD
SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL” message will display on the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC).
• Repeat these Steps to shift out of NEUTRAL.
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• For vehicles with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, remove the Keyless Enter-N-Go™button and use the Key Fob to complete this procedure.
• Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position, but do not start the engine.
• Press and hold the brake pedal and shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
• Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, press and hold the recessed transfer case N (Neutral) button for four seconds, until the light next to
the N symbol starts to blink, indicating shift in progress. The light will
stop blinking (stay on solid) when the shift to N (Neutral) is complete. A
“FOUR WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL” message will display on
the EVIC (Electronic Vehicle Information Center).
• Start the engine and shift the transmission into REVERSE.
• Release the brake pedal for five seconds and ensure that there is no vehicle movement.
• Turn the engine off and firmly apply the parking brake.
• Shift the transmission into PARK and remove the Key Fob.
• Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle using a suitable tow bar and release the parking brake.
NOTE: Vehicles equipped with Quadra-Lift™ must be lowered to the “Park”
(lowest) level, and have automatic leveling disabled, before tying them down
(from the body) on a trailer or a flatbed truck. Refer to “Quadra-Lift™” in
“Off-Road Capabilities” for more information. If the vehicle cannot be
lowered to the “Park” level (for example, engine will not run), tie-downs must
be fastened to the axles (not the body). Failure to follow these instructions
may cause fault codes to be set and/or loss of proper tie-down tension.
CAUTION!
• Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will cause severe transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered
under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. Internal damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is
used when recreational towing.
• It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL before recreational towing to prevent
damage to internal parts.
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AUTOSTICK®
• AutoStick® is a driver-interactivetransmission feature that offers
manual gear shifting to provide
youwithmorecontrolofthe
vehicle. AutoStick® allows you to
maximize engine braking,
eliminate undesirable upshifts and
downshifts, and improve overall
vehicle performance.
• This system can also provide you with more control during passing,
city driving, cold slippery
conditions, mountain driving,
trailer towing, and many other
situations.
Operation
• When the shift lever is in the DRIVE position, the transmission willoperate automatically, shifting between the five available gears. To
engage AutoStick®, simply tap the shift lever to the right or left (+/-)
while in the DRIVE position, or tap one of the steering wheel-mounted
shift paddles (+/-). Tapping (-) to enter AutoStick® mode will downshift
the transmission to the next lower gear, while using (+) to enter
AutoStick® mode will retain the current gear. When AutoStick® is active,
the current transmission gear is displayed in the instrument cluster. In
AutoStick® mode, the transmission will shift up or down when (+/-) is
manually selected by the driver (using the shift lever, or the shift
paddles), unless an engine lugging or overspeed condition would result.
It will remain in the selected gear until another upshift or downshift is
chosen, except as described below:
• Normally, in AutoStick® mode, the transmission will automatically shift up when maximum engine speed is reached. If, h owever, AutoStick® is
engaged while in SPORT mode, the transmission will remain in the
selected gear even when maximum engine speed is reached. The
transmission will upshift only when commanded by the driver.
• The transmission will automatically downshift as the vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will display the current gear.
• The transmission will automatically downshift to first gear when coming to a stop. After a stop, the driver should manually upshift (+) the
transmission as the vehicle is accelerated.
• You can start out in first or second gear. Tapping (+) (at a stop) will allow starting in second gear. Starting out in second gear is helpful in
snowy or icy conditions.
• The system will ignore attempts to upshift at too low of a vehicle speed.
• Avoid using speed control when AutoStick® is engaged.
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• Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when AutoStick® isengaged.
• To disengage AutoStick® mode, hold the shift lever to the right or press and hold the (+) shift paddle until “D” is once again displayed in the
instrument cluster. You can shift in or out of the AutoStick® mode at any
time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal.
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface.
The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid,
causing a collision or personal injury.
SELEC-TRACK™
• Selec-Track™ combines the capabilities of the vehicle control systems,along with driver input, to provide the best performance for all terrains.
• Rotate the mode control knob toselect the following Selec-Track™
positions:
• Sport – Dry weather, on-road
calibration. Performance based
tuning that provides a rear wheel
drive feel but with improved
handling and acceleration over a
two-wheel drive vehicle. The
active suspension system will be
in Semi Firm mode, and a green
flag will light up in the instrument
cluster.
• Snow – Tuning set for additional stability in inclement weather. Use on
and off road on loose traction surfaces such as snow.
• Auto – Fully automatic full time four-wheel drive operation can be used
on and off road. This position balances traction with seamless steering
feel to provide improved handling and acceleration over two-wheel
drive vehicles.
• Track – This position offers track road calibration for use on high
traction surfaces. Driveline is maximized for traction. Some binding may
be felt on less forgiving surfaces.
• To w – Use this mode for towing. Vehicle suspension will go to Firm
mode and peak power will be limited in the engine controls.
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PERFORMANCE FEATURES
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) – If Equipped
• The EVIC can be used to programthe following Performance
Features. Press the UP
or
DOWNbutton until
Performance Features displays,
then press the SELECT
button.
Scroll through the settings using
the UP or DOWN buttons. Press
the SELECT
button to change
the setting. Press the BACK
button to scroll back to a previous
menu or sub menu.
• 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) • Instantaneous G-Force
• Braking Distance • Peak G-Force
• 1/8 Mile • Digital Speedometer
• 1/4 Mile
0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) • When selected, this screen displays the time it takes for the vehicle to go from 0 to 60 mph (0 to 100 km/h) within 10 seconds.
Braking Distance • When selected, this screen displays the vehicle's braking distance and the speed at which the brake pedal was depressed.
1/8 Mile, 1/4 Mile • When selected, this screen displays the time it takes the vehicle to travel 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) within 30 seconds and the vehicle's speed when it
reaches 1/8 mile (1/4 mile).
Instantaneous G-Force • When selected, this screen displays the current G-Force (lateral and longitudinal) along with a friction circle that displays the directions of
the forces.
Peak G-Force • When selected, this screen displays all four G-Force values (two lateral and two longitudinal).
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Digital Speedometer• When selected, this screen displays vehicle speed and records top speed.
WARNING!
Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Performance Features is
intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be done
on any public roadways. It is rec ommended that these features be
used in a controlled environment and within the limits of the law. The
capabilities of the vehicle as measured by the performance pages
must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner, which can
jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others. Only a safe,
attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents.
SUMMER/THREE-SEASON TIRES
• This vehicle may be equipped with wheels and tires to enhance traction in both wet and dry conditions.
• Summer tires are not intended to be driven in snow or on ice.
• Use summer tires only in sets of four.
NOTE: Summer tires will not contain the all season designation or
mountain/snowflake symbol on the sidewall of the tire.
WARNING!
Do not use summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You could lose
control, resulting in severe injury or death.
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