2016 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE remote start

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM ...............8
▫ How To Use Remote Start .................8
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS .....9
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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.
• Obstructions between the vehicle and the RKE trans-
mitter may reduce this range.
• 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
8 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

•Fuel meets minimum requirement
• System not disabled from previous remote start event
• Vehicle security alarm not active
• Water In Fuel Indicator Light is not illuminated
• “Wait To Start” telltale is not illuminated
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 indica-
tors.
• Check the coolant and oil levels frequently.
• Vary throttle position at highway speeds when carry-
ing or towing significant weight.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.0L DIESEL
1 — Remote Jump Start Positive Terminal6 — Engine Oil Fill
2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Brake Fluid Reservoir
3 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 8 — Air Cleaner Filter
4 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Reservoir) 9 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
5 — Remote Jump Start Negative Terminal 70 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

GaugesVoltmeter ..............................37
Gross Axle Weight Rating ....................48
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................47
Hitches Trailer Towing ..........................51
Instrument Cluster .........................12
Intervention Regeneration Strategy ...........23, 83
Maintenance Procedures .....................71
Maintenance Schedule .......................98
Manual Transmission Lubricant Selection .......................95
New Vehicle Break-In Period ...................9 Oil, Engine
......................... .21, 72, 93
Capacity ..............................92
Change Interval .........................73
Dipstick ...............................72
Disposal ..............................74
Filter ............................. .74, 93
Filter Disposal ..........................74
Materials Added To ......................74
Recommendation ........................72
Viscosity ..............................73
Power Steering Fluid .......................95
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ..........85, 88
Remote Starting System ......................8
Schedule, Maintenance ......................98
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............93
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Starting.................................33
Automatic Transmission ...................34
Engine Block Heater ...................34, 41
Remote ................................8
Starting Procedures .........................33
Starting Procedures (Diesel Engines) .............33
Ti re s Trailer Towing ..........................56
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .................53
Towing .................................47
Guide ................................52
Weight ...............................52
Trailer Towing ............................47
Cooling System Tips ......................60
Hitches ...............................51 Minimum Requirements
...................54
Trailer And Tongue Weight .................53
Wiring ................................57
Trailer Towing Guide .......................52
Trailer Weight ............................52
Transfer Case Fluid .................................95
Transmission Fluid .................................95
Viscosity, Engine Oil ........................73
Voltmeter ................................37
Water Separator, Diesel Fuel ..................78
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