2016 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE automatic transmission

•Off — disables steering wheel mounted paddle shift-
ers.
Stability Control
• Track — modifies traction control to optimize track
performance with the least stability control.
• Sport — turns off traction control and reduces stability
control.
• Street — provides full traction control and full stability
control.
Suspension
• Track — provides the firmest possible suspension
stiffness with the highest amount of comfort trade-off.
• Sport — provides a firmer suspension stiffness with
moderate comfort trade-off. •
Street — provides a balance of suspension stiffness
and ride comfort for typical daily driving.
Steering
• Track — provides the greatest amount of steering
feedback, requiring the highest amount of steering
effort.
• Sport — provides greater steering feedback, requiring
greater steering effort.
• Street — provides a balance of steering feedback and
steering effort.
• DEFAULT MODE — This mode will be activated
automatically when restarting the vehicle unless Valet
mode or ECO mode is active. This mode is for typical
driving conditions where the ABS and Transmission
will be operating in their STREET settings, which
cannot be changed while in this mode. The Steering
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Activating HDC
Once HDC is enabled, it will activate automatically if
driven down a grade of sufficient magnitude. The set
speed for HDC is selectable by the driver, and can be
adjusted by using the gear shift +/-. The following
summarizes the HDC set speeds:
HDC Target Set Speeds
•P = No set speed. HDC may be enabled but will not
activate
• R = 0.6 mph (1 km/h)
• N = 1.2 mph (2 km/h)
• D = 0.6 mph (1 km/h)
• 1st = 0.6 mph (1 km/h)
• 2nd = 1.2 mph (2 km/h)
• 3rd = 1.8 mph (3 km/h) •
4th = 2.5 mph (4 km/h)
• 5th = 3.1 mph (5 km/h)
• 6th = 3.7 mph (6 km/h)
• 7th = 4.3 mph (7 km/h)
• 8th = 5.0 mph (8 km/h)
• 9th = 5.6 mph (9 km/h) – If Equipped
NOTE: During HDC, the +/- shifter input is used for
HDC target speed selection but will not affect the gear
chosen by the transmission. When actively controlling
HDC, the transmission will shift appropriately for the
driver-selected set speed and corresponding driving con-
ditions.
Driver Override
The driver may override HDC activation with throttle or
brake application at anytime.
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•Vehicle speed is below 5 mph (8 km/h)
• Parking brake is released.
• Driver door is closed.
• Driver is not applying throttle.
Activating SSC
Once SSC is enabled it will activate automatically once
the following conditions are met:
• Driver releases throttle.
• Driver releases brake.
• Transmission is in any selection other than P.
• Vehicle speed is below 20 mph (32 km/h)
The set speed for SSC is selectable by the driver, and can
be adjusted by using the gear shift +/-. Additionally, the
SSC set speed may be reduced when climbing a grade and the level of set speed reduction depends on the
magnitude of grade. The following summarizes the SSC
set speeds:
SSC Target Set Speeds
•
1st = .6 mph (1 km/h)
• 2nd = 1.2 mph (2 km/h)
• 3rd = 1.8 mph (3 km/h)
• 4th = 2.5 mph (4 km/h)
• 5th = 3.1 mph (5 km/h)
• 6th = 3.7 mph (6 km/h)
• 7th = 4.3 mph (7 km/h)
• 8th = 5 mph (8 km/h)
• 9th = 5.6 mph (9 km/h) – If Equipped
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Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
Engine/
Transmission GCWR (Gross
Combined Wt. Rat- ing) Frontal Area
Max. GTW (Gross
Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer Tongue
Wt. (See Note)
6.4L Automatic 12,600 lbs (5 715 kg)55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 7,200 lbs (3 265 kg) 720 lbs (327 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
NOTE:
• The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part
of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and
should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire
and Loading Information placard. Refer to “Tire–
Safety Information” in “Starting and Operating” for
further information.
• The manufacturer does not recommend using the run
flat feature while driving a vehicle loaded at full
capacity or towing a trailer.
Trailer Hitch Receiver Cover Removal
(SRT Models) — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a trailer hitch re-
ceiver cover, this must be removed to access the trailer
hitch receiver (if equipped). This hitch receiver cover is
located at the bottom center of the rear fascia.
1. Turn the two locking retainers located at the bottom of the hitch receiver cover a 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
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replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher
load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s
GVWR and GAWR limits.
Towing Tips
NOTE:To provide optimum towing performance and to
protect transmission components always select TOW
mode when towing a trailer. Before setting out on a trip,
practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an
area away from heavy traffic.
Automatic Transmission
The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The
transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid
frequent shifting when towing. However, if frequent
shifting does occur while in DRIVE, select TOW mode, or
use the AutoStick shift control to manually select a lower
gear. NOTE:
Using TOW mode, or selecting a lower gear
(using the Paddle Shift switches) while operating the
vehicle under heavy loading conditions will improve
performance and extend transmission life by reducing
excessive shifting and heat build up. This action will also
provide better engine braking.
TOW Mode
To reduce the potential for automatic transmission over-
heating, select TOW mode when driving in hilly areas, or
select a lower gear (using the Paddle Shift switches) on
more severe grades.AutoStick
• When using the AutoStick shift control, select the
highest gear that allows for adequate performance and
avoids frequent downshifts. For example, choose “5” if
the desired speed can be maintained. Choose “4” or
“3” if needed to maintain the desired speed.
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3. Set the parking brake.
4. Place the gear selector into PARK.
5. Turn the ignition OFF.6. Block both the front and rear of the wheeldiagonally opposite of the jacking posi-
tion. For example, if changing the right
front tire, block the left rear wheel.
NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle
when the vehicle is being jacked.
7. For vehicles equipped with Quadra-Lift, refer to “Quadra-Lift — If Equipped” in “Starting And Oper-
ating” for further information on disabling automatic
leveling.Jacking Instructions
WARNING!
Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help
prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle:
•Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the
edge of the roadway as possible before raising the
vehicle.
• Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
• Chock the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to
be raised.
• Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic
transmission in PARK.
• Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a
jack.
• Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a
jack.
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WARNING!
•Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when-
ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the
ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by
moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch
bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent
electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
NOTE: Be sure that the disconnected ends of the cables
do not touch while still connected to the either vehicle.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK.
Remote Battery Posts
1 — Remote Positive (+)Post (covered with protective cap)
2 — Remote Negative (-)Post
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▫Brake System ....................... .645
▫ Front/Rear Axle Fluid ..................647
▫ Transfer Case ....................... .648
▫ Automatic Transmission ................649
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion .......................... .651
 FUSES ............................. .657
▫ Power Distribution Center ...............658
 VEHICLE STORAGE ....................666
 REPLACEMENT BULBS .................667
 BULB REPLACEMENT ..................669
▫ High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) — If
Equipped .......................... .669▫
Halogen Headlamps — If Equipped ........670
▫ Front Turn Signal .....................670
▫ Front Fog Lamps .....................671
▫ Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup
Lamps ............................ .672
▫ Rear Liftgate Mounted Tail Lamp ..........672
▫ Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) . .674
▫ Rear License Lamp ....................674
 FLUID CAPACITIES ....................675
 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE
PARTS ............................. .676
▫ Engine ............................ .676
▫ Chassis ........................... .677
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