2014 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE trailer towing

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing ConditionWheel OFF the
Ground Two-Wheel Drive
Models Four-Wheel Drive Models
Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED See Instructions
•Transmission in PARK
•Transfer case in NEUTRAL (N)
•Tow in forward direction
Dolly Tow FrontNOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Rear OKNOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALLOK OK
NOTE: Vehicles equipped with Quadra-Lift™ must be
placed in Transport Mode before tying them down (from
the body) on a trailer or flatbed truck. Refer to “Quadra-
Lift™ – If Equipped” in “Starting and Operating” for
more information. If the vehicle cannot be placed in
Transport mode (for example, engine will not run), tie-downs must be fastened to the axles (not to the body).
Failure to follow these instructions may cause fault codes
to be set and/or cause loss of proper tie-down tension.
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Recreational Towing – Two-Wheel Drive Models
DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain
will result.
Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is
allowed ONLY if the rear wheels are OFF the ground.
This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle
trailer. If using a tow dolly, follow this procedure:
1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, followingthe dolly manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly.
3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Shift the transmission into PARK.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
5. Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer ’s instructions. 6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for tow-
ing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position.
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.
Recreational Towing — Quadra–Trac II® /
Quadra–Drive® II Four-Wheel Drive Models
The transfer case must be shifted into NEUTRAL (N) and
the transmission must be in PARK for recreational tow-
ing. The NEUTRAL (N) selection button is adjacent to the
transfer case selector switch. Shifts into and out of
transfer case NEUTRAL (N) can take place with the
selector switch in any mode position.
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2. Once the tension has been released and the lever hasbeen unlocked be sure it is stowed properly and locks
into position.
NOTE: Be sure to replace the cover by snapping it back
in place.TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. If the trans-
mission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles
may also be towed as described under “Recreational
Towing” in the “Starting and Operating” section.
NOTE: Vehicles equipped with Quadra-Lift™ must be
placed in Transport mode, before tying them down (from
the body) on a trailer or flatbed truck. Refer to the section
on Quadra-Lift™ for more information. If the vehicle
cannot be placed in Transport mode (for example, engine
will not run), tie-downs must be fastened to the axles (not
to the body). Failure to follow these instructions may
cause fault codes to be set and/or cause loss of proper
tie-down tension.
Stowed Position
562 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed (which-ever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. XX X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod
ends, and replace if necessary. XXX X X X X
Inspect the front and rear axle
fluid, change if using your vehicle
for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or
frequent trailer towing. XXX X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, parking
brake function. XXX X X X X
Inspect transfer case fluid. XX X X
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Replacing............................ .619
Heated Mirrors .......................... .129
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .400
High Beam Indicator ...................... .282
Hill Descent Control ...................... .457
Hill Start Assist .......................... .454
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .516
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) ............237
Hood Release ........................... .162
Ignition Key..................................14
Illuminated Entry ..........................25
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................17
Infant Restraint ...........................82
Information Center, Vehicle ..................291
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................120
Instrument Cluster ....................... .282Instrument Panel and Controls
................280
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............607
Interior Appearance Care ....................606
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............175
Introduction ..............................4
Inverter, Power .......................... .260
iPod® Control .......................... .352
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control ...................352
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio ...............352
Jacking Instructions ....................... .544
Jack Location ........................... .541
Jack Operation .......................... .544
Jump Starting ........................... .552
Key Fob Arm The Alarm .........................23
Panic Alarm ............................28
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........19
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Safety.............................. .465
Sizes ............................... .467
Snow Tires ........................... .481
Spare Tire ............................ .543
Spinning ............................ .484
Trailer Towing ........................ .522
Tread Wear Indicators ....................484
Tire Safety Information .....................465
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................519
Tow Hooks, Emergency .....................558
Towing ............................... .512
Guide .............................. .517
Recreational .......................... .528
Weight .............................. .517
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........528
Traction Control ......................... .448
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..................453
Trailer Towing .......................... .512
Cooling System Tips .....................526 Hitches
............................. .516
Minimum Requirements ..................520
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................519
Wiring .............................. .524
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .517
Trailer Weight ........................... .517
Transfer Case ........................... .599
Maintenance .......................... .599
Transmission ........................... .404
Automatic ........................... .404
Maintenance .......................... .600
Shifting ............................. .400
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .29
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®). . . .237
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .26
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........26
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .484
Turn Signals ............................ .283
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