2014 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE remote start

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM ...............6
▫ How To Use Remote Start .................6
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS .....7
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REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM
This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve-
niently from outside the vehicle while still
maintaining security. The system has a range of
approximately 300 ft (91 m).
NOTE:
• The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic
transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
• The Remote Start system will wait for the “Wait To
Start” amber telltale to extinguish before cranking the
engine. This allows time for the engine pre-heat cycle
to pre-heat the cylinder air, and is normal in cold
weather. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Dis-
play (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information on the “Wait To Start”
amber telltale and the pre-heat cycle.
How To Use Remote Start
All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:
• Shift lever in PARK
• Doors closed
• Hood closed
• HAZARD switch off
• BRAKE switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed)
• Battery at an acceptable charge level
• RKE PANIC button not pressed
• Fuel meets minimum requirement
• Water In Fuel Indicator Light is not illuminated
• “Wait To Start” telltale is not illuminated
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WARNING!
•Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon-
oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon
Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious in-
jury or death when inhaled.
• Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters
away from children. Operation of the Remote Start
System, windows, door locks or other controls
could cause serious injury or death.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
The diesel engine does not require a break-in period due
to its construction. Normal operation is allowed, provid-
ing the following recommendations are followed:
• Warm up the engine before placing it under load.
•
Do not operate the engine at idle for prolonged periods.
• Use the appropriate transmission gear to prevent
engine lugging.
•
Observe vehicle oil pressure and temperature indicators.
• Check the coolant and oil levels frequently.
• Vary throttle position at highway speeds when carry-
ing or towing significant weight.
NOTE: Light duty operation such as light trailer towing
or no load operation will extend the time before the
engine is at full efficiency. Reduced fuel economy and
power may be seen at this time.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes
should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions
under which vehicle operations will occur. The recom-
mended viscosity and quality grades are shown under
“Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts”, under “Maintain-
ing Your Vehicle” in this manual. NON-DETERGENT OR
STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE USED.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.0L DIESEL
1 — Remote Jump Start Location6 — Air Cleaner Filter
2 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill
4 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 9 — Engine Oil Dipstick
5 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 72 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator).....12
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .............16
Maintenance Procedures .....................73
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .100
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......12
Manual Transmission Lubricant Selection .......................96
New Vehicle Break-In Period ...................7
Odometer ...............................18
Trip..................................18
Oil, Engine ...............................74
Capacity ..............................93
Change Interval .........................75
Dipstick ...............................74
Disposal ..............................76
Filter .................................76 Filter Disposal
..........................76
Materials Added to .......................76
Recommendation ........................74
Viscosity ..............................75
Overheating, Engine ........................14
Power Steering Fluid .......................96
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ............85
Remote Starting System ......................6
Schedule, Maintenance .....................100
Seat Belts Reminder ..............................11
Security Alarm ............................20
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............94
Signals, Turn .............................12
Speedometer .............................12
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INDEX 113

Starting.................................35
Automatic Transmission ...................36
Engine Block Heater ......................36
Remote ................................6
Starting Procedures .........................35
Starting Procedures (Diesel Engines) .............35
Tachometer ..............................11
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .............14
Ti re s Pressure Warning Light ....................16
Trailer Towing ..........................57
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .................54
Towing .................................49
Guide ................................53
Weight ...............................53
Trailer Towing ............................49
Cooling System Tips ......................61
Hitches ...............................52 Minimum Requirements
...................55
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................54
Wiring ................................59
Trailer Towing Guide .......................53
Trailer Weight ............................53
Transfer Case Fluid .................................96
Transmission Fluid .................................96
Turn Signals ..............................12
Viscosity, Engine Oil ........................75
Voltmeter ................................39
Water Separator, Diesel Fuel ..................78
114 INDEX