2016 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE tow

4. While the metal latch is in the open position, simultaneously pull upwards on thetether strap until the lever clicks and latches in the released position. The
transmission is now out of PARK and the vehicle can be moved.
CAUTION!
Closing the armrest while the Manual Park Release is activated may damage the
Manual Park Release mechanism, the transmission, and/or the armrest.
NOTE:
To prevent the vehicle from rolling unintentionally, firmly apply the parking brake.
To Disengage the Manual Park Release Lever:
1. To disengage the Manual Park Release apply tension upward while pushing the release latch towards the tether to unlock the lever.
2. Once the tension has been released and the lever has been unlocked be sure it is stowed properly and locks into position.
NOTE:
Be sure to replace the cover by snapping it back in place.
Released Position
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial
towing service. If the transmission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may
also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing” in the “Starting and
Operating” section in the Owners Manual on the DVD.
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.
Towing
Condition Wheels OFF the
Ground Two-Wheel Drive
Models Four-Wheel Drive
Models Without
4WD LOW Range Four-Wheel Drive
Models With
4WD LOW Range
Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED See instructions
in “Recreational Towing” under “Utility”
• Transmission
in PARK
• Transfer case
in NEUTRAL
(N)
•
Tow in forward
direction
Dolly Tow Front
NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Rear OKNOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALL OKOKOK
NOTE:
SRT vehicles and 4WD models without 4WD LOW range should only be towed with all
four wheelsOFFthe ground.
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle. Use
only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment
manufacturer’s instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory. Attach a tow bar or
other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or
associated brackets. State and local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be
observed.
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If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the
ignition must be in the ON/RUN position, not the ACC position.
If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle's battery is discharged, refer to “Manual
Park Release” in this section for instructions on shifting the transmission out of
PARK for towing.
CAUTION!
• Do not use sling type equipment when towing. Vehicle damage may occur.
• When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck, do not attach to front or rearsuspension components. Damage to your vehicle may result from improper
towing.
Two-Wheel Drive Models
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with all four wheels OFFthe
ground using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission is operable, the vehicle
may be towed (with rear wheels on the ground) under the following conditions:
• The transmission must be in NEUTRAL. Refer to "Manual Park Release" in this section for instructions on shifting the transmission to NEUTRAL when the engine
is off.
• The towing speed must not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
• The towing distance must not exceed 30 miles (48 km).
If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be towed faster than 30 mph
(48 km/h) or farther than 30 miles (48 km), tow with the rear wheels OFFthe ground.
Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed, or with the front wheels
raised and the rear wheels on a towing dolly, or (when using a suitable steering wheel
stabilizer to hold the front wheels in the straight position) with the rear wheels raised
and the front wheels on the ground.
CAUTION!
Towing faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 30 miles (48 km) with rear
wheels on the ground can cause severe transmission damage. Damage from
improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Four-Wheel Drive Models
The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheelsOFFthe ground. Acceptable
methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of vehicle raised and the
opposite end on a towing dolly.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transfer case is operable, vehicles with
a two-speed transfer case may be towed (in the forward direction, with ALLwheels on
the ground), IFthe transfer case is in NEUTRAL (N) and the transmission is in PARK.
Refer to “Recreational Towing” in “Starting And Operating” in the Owner’s Manual
on the DVD for detailed instructions.
Vehicles equipped with a single-speed transfer case have no NEUTRAL position, and
therefore mustbe towed with all four wheels OFFthe ground.
CAUTION!
• Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal damage to the transmission
or transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when towing.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe
transmission and/or transfer case damage. Damage from improper towing is
not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a
rocking motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Push and hold the lock button on the gear selector. Then shift back and
forth between DRIVE and REVERSE while gently pressing the accelerator.
NOTE:
Shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph
(8 km/h) or less. Whenever the transmission remains in NEUTRAL for more than two
seconds, you must push the brake pedal to engage DRIVE or REVERSE.
Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that will maintain the rocking
motion without spinning the wheels or racing the engine.
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NON-SRT FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)
3.6L and 5.7L Engines 25 Gallons 94.0 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
3.6L Engine (SAE 5W20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters
5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters
Cooling System*
3.6L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10
Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 10.4 Quarts 9.9 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Cool-
ant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) –
Without Trailer Tow Package 15.4 Quarts 14.6 Liters
5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Cool-
ant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) –
With Trailer Tow Package 16 Quarts 15.2 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
NON-SRT FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE
PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR
Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technol-
ogy).
Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE
5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the require-
ments of FCA Material Standard MS-6395
such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix.
Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct
SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil
Filter or equivalent.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR Spark
Plugs.
Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine 87 Octane, 0-15% Ethanol.
Fuel Selection – 5.7L Engine 89 Octane Recommended - 87 Octane
Acceptable, 0-15% Ethanol.
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ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Axle Differential (Rear) – With Electronic
Limited-Slip Differential (ELSD) We recommend you use MOPAR GL-5 Syn-
thetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 with
friction modifier additive.
Axle Differential (Rear) – Without Elec-
tronic Limited-Slip Differential (ELSD) We recommend you use MOPAR GL-5 Syn-
thetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3
Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used. If
DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not avail-
able, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or
applicable supplement on the DVD for further details.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — GASOLINE ENGINE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil
change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will
illuminate. This means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures,
and E85 fuel usage will influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil message to
illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle
serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing
the scheduled oil change.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles
(16,000 km), twelve months or 350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first.
The 350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern for fleet
customers.
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Maintenance ChartMileage or time passed (whichever comesfirst)
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. X X 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
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X X X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X XX X X XX
Replace spark plugs.** X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at
10 years or 150,000 miles
(240,000 km) whichever comes first. XX
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Miles:
6,000
12,000
18,000
24,000
30,000
36,000
42,000
48,000
54,000
60,000
66,000
72,000
78,000
84,000
90,000
96,000
102,000
108,000
114,000
120,000
126,000
132,000
138,000
144,000
150,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150
Or Kilometers:
10,000
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
160,000
170,000
180,000
190,000
200,000
210,000
220,000
230,000
240,000
250,000
Inspect the front and rear axle
fluid. Change if using your ve-
hicle for any of the following:
police, taxi, fleet, sustained
high speed driving, off-road or
frequent trailer towing . XXXXXX
Inspect front suspension, tie rod
ends, and boot seals, for cracks
or leaks and all parts for dam-
age, wear, improper looseness or
end play; replace if necessary. XXXXXXXXXXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner
filter. XXXXX
Replace the air conditioning
filter. XXXXXX
Inspect and replace the PCV
Valve if necessary X
Replace the spark plugs ** X
Flush and replace the engine
coolant at 120 months if not
done at 150,000 miles
(240,000 km). XX** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, Monthly intervals do not apply.
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