2015 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE Engine

“Parkview Backup camera Delay” button on the touch-
screen to turn the ParkView® Delay ON or OFF.
•Rain Sensing Auto Wipers
When this feature is selected, the system will automati-
cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture
on the windshield. To make your selection, press the
“Rain Sensing” button on the touchscreen, until a check-
mark appears next to setting, indicating that the setting
had been selected. Press the back arrow button on the
touchscreen to return to the previous menu.
•Hill Start Assist — If Equipped
When this feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA)
system is active. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control
System” in “Starting And Operating” for system function
and operating information. To make your selection, press
the “Hill Start Assist” button on the touchscreen, until a
check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that thesetting had been selected. Press the back arrow button on
the touchscreen to return to the previous menu.
Lights
After pressing the Lights button on the touchscreen the
following settings will be available.
•Headlight Off Delay
When this feature is selected, it allows adjustment of the
amount of time the headlights remain on after the engine
is shut off. To change the Headlights Off Delay setting,
press the “+” or “–” button on the touchscreen to select
your desired time interval, and choose either 0 sec, 30 sec,
60 sec or 90 seconds. Press the back arrow button on the
touchscreen to return to the previous menu, or push the
back button on the faceplate.
•Headlight Illumination On Approach
When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate
and remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors
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Engine Off Options
After pressing the Engine Off Options button on the
touchscreen the following settings will be available.
•Easy Exit Seat — If Equipped
This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to
enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the
vehicle. To make your selection, press the “Easy Exit
Seat” button on the touchscreen until a check-mark
appears next to setting, showing that setting has been
selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen
to return to the previous menu.
•Engine Off Power Delay
When this feature is selected, the power window
switches, radio, Uconnect® phone system (if equipped),
DVD video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if
equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to
10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to OFF. Openingeither front door will cancel this feature. To change the
Engine Off Power Delay status press the press the “+” or
“-” button to choose from “0 seconds,” “45 seconds,” “5
minutes,” or “10 minutes.” Press the back arrow button
on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu.
•Headlight Off Delay
When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to
have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds
when exiting the vehicle. To change the Headlight Off
Delay status press the “+” or “-” button on the touch-
screen to select your desired time interval. Press the back
arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous
menu.
Audio
After pressing the “Audio” button on the touchscreen the
following settings will be available.
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WARNING!
Measurement of vehicle statistics with the SRT Per-
formance Pages is intended for off-highway or off-
road use only and should not be done on any public
roadways. It is recommended 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.
The SRT Performance Pages include the following:
•Engine Output Values
•Digital Gauge Displays
•0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) Timer•1/8 Mile (200 meter) Timer
•1/4 Mile (400 meter) Timer
•Braking Distance
•Instantaneous G-Force
•Digital Speedometer
The following describes each feature and its operation:
Timers
When the Timers Page is selected you will be able to
select from following “Tickets”:
•Current
Pressing the “Current” button displays a “real time”
summary of performance timers.
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Gauges 2
When selected, this screen displays the following values:
•Coolant Temperature
Displays the actual coolant temperature.
•Intake Air Temperature
Displays the actual intake air temperature.
•Transmission Temperature
Displays the actual transmission temperature.
Engine
When selected, this screen displays speed, horsepower,
torque, oil pressure and gear selector values.
Options
When selected, this screen allows you to set your SRT
home page picture, and configure the vehicle color.
Uconnect® RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED
For detailed information about your Uconnect® radio,
refer to your Uconnect® Supplement Manual.
iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
This feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be
plugged into the USB port.
iPod® control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod®
and iPhone® devices. Some iPod® software versions
may not fully support the iPod® control features. Please
visit Apple’s website for software updates.
For further information, refer to the Uconnect® Supple-
ment Manual.
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Product Agreement
This product incorporates copyright protection technol-
ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec-
tual property rights. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is
intended for home or other limited viewing uses other-
wise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.
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Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works.
Copyright 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. All right
reserved.
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.
Remote Sound System Controls (Back View Of Steering
Wheel)
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•The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric
units by selecting the Uconnect® customer-
programmable feature. Refer to the “Uconnect® Sys-
tem Settings” in this section of the manual.
To provide you with maximum comfort in the Automatic
mode, during cold start-ups the blower fan will remain
on low until the engine warms up. The blower will
increase in speed and transition into Auto mode.
Manual Operation Override
The system allows for manual selection of blower speed,
air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation con-
trol.
The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by
adjusting the blower control. The fan will now operate at
a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected. This
allows the front occupants to control the volume of air
circulated in the vehicle and cancel the Auto mode.The operator can also select the direction of the airflow
by selecting one of the available mode settings. A/C
operation and Recirculation control can also be manually
selected in Manual operation.
NOTE:Each of these features operates independently
from each other. If any feature is controlled manually,
temperature control will continue to operate automati-
cally.
Operating Tips
NOTE:Refer to the chart at the end of this section for
suggested control settings for various weather condi-
tions.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected with a
high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corro-
sion protection and to protect against engine overheating.
A solution of 50% OAT (Organic Additive Technology)
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES................399
▫Automatic Transmission................399
▫Keyless Enter-N-Go™..................400
▫Normal Starting.......................400
▫Extreme Cold Weather
(Below –20°F Or 29°C)................402
▫If Engine Fails To Start.................402
▫After Starting........................403
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION............403
▫Key Ignition Park Interlock...............405▫Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .405
▫Fuel Economy (ECO) Mode..............405
▫Eight–Speed Automatic Transmission.......407
PADDLE SHIFT MODE..................414
▫Operation...........................415
SELEC-TRACK® — IF EQUIPPED...........416
▫Description..........................416
▫Active Damping System.................418
▫Launch Mode — If Equipped.............419
DRIVING THROUGH WATER.............420
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▫Spare Tires — If Equipped...............454
▫Tire Spinning........................457
▫Tread Wear Indicators..................457
▫Life Of Tire.........................458
▫Replacement Tires.....................458
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES).......460
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS.....461
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .463
▫Premium System......................465
▫Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure
Warnings...........................467
▫General Information...................470
FUEL REQUIREMENTS..................471▫6.4L Engine..........................471
▫Reformulated Gasoline.................471
▫Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends..............471
▫E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles.......472
▫MMT In Gasoline.....................472
▫Materials Added To Fuel................473
▫Fuel System Cautions...................473
▫Carbon Monoxide Warnings.............474
ADDING FUEL........................475
▫Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release.........478
VEHICLE LOADING....................479
▫Certification Label....................479
TRAILER TOWING.....................481
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