2016 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE sport mode

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC...... 3
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT............... 8
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ......... 10
GETTING STARTED
KEYFOB ................... 12
REMOTE START............... 13
KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO .......... 14
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM ....... 17
SEAT BELT SYSTEMS ........... 18
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
(SRS) — AIR BAGS ............ 19
CHILD RESTRAINTS ............ 23
HEAD RESTRAINTS ............. 28
FRONT SEATS ................ 30
REAR SEATS ................ 36
HEATED/VENTILATED SEATS ....... 37
HEATED STEERING WHEEL —
IF EQUIPPED ................ 39
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING
COLUMN ................... 40
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS ........... 42
HEADLIGHT SWITCH ............ 44
TURN SIGNAL/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH
BEAM LEVER ................ 46
AUTOMATIC DIMMING MIRRORS .... 50
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL ..... 50
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) . . . 53
TRANSMISSION GEAR SELECTOR . . . 59
AUTOSTICK ................. 60
FUEL ECONOMY (ECO) MODE ...... 61
STOP/START SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ................ 62
SPORT MODE — IF EQUIPPED ...... 65
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS
(ATC) ...................... 66
PARKSENSE FRONT AND REAR PARK
ASSIST .................... 69
PARKVIEW REAR BACK-UP CAMERA.. 70
BLIND SPOT MONITORING ........ 71
POWER SUNROOF ............. 71
WIND BUFFETING ............. 73
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM . . . 74
CYBERSECURITY.............. 76 IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO
........ 77
UCONNECT ACCESS ............ 78
UCONNECT 5.0 ............... 90
UCONNECT 8.4A/8.4AN ......... 100
UCONNECT 8.4A/8.4AN VOICE
RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS ....... 115
UCONNECT PHONE ........... 133
VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
(VES) ..................... 144
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO
CONTROLS ................. 146
DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY
(DID) ..................... 147
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES ...... 148
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HomeLink) ................. 150
POWER INVERTER ............ 152
POWER OUTLETS ............. 153
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES
(4WD OPERATION)
QUADRA-TRAC I FOUR-WHEEL
DRIVE .................... 155
QUADRA-TRAC II/QUADRA-DRIVE II
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE .......... 155
SELEC-TERRAIN ............. 157
QUADRA-LIFT ............... 158
HILL START ASSIST/HILL DESCENT
CONTROL/SELEC SPEED CONTROL —
IF EQUIPPED ................ 160
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM
TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) ...... 161
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) ........... 167
SRT
FUEL ECONOMY (ECO) MODE ..... 172
SELEC-TRACK ............... 173
SRT PERFORMANCE FEATURES .... 175
SUMMER/THREE-SEASON TIRES . . . 179
DIESEL
DIESEL ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS .......... 180
DIESEL ENGINE STARTING
PROCEDURES ............... 180
DIESEL FUEL FILTERS/WATER
SEPARATOR ................ 182
EXHAUST REGENERATION ....... 183
DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID ........ 184
TABLE OF CONTENTS

System Malfunction
If there is a malfunction in the STOP/START system, the system will not shut down
the engine. A “SERVICE STOP/START SYSTEM” message will appear in the Driver
Information Display (DID). Refer to “Driver Information Display (DID)“ in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
If the “SERVICE STOP/START SYSTEM” message appears in the DID, have the
system checked by your authorized dealer.
SPORT MODE — IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle is equipped with a Sport
Mode feature. This mode is a configura-
tion set up for typical enthusiast driving.
The engine, transmission, and steering
systems are all set to their SPORT set-
tings. Sport Mode will provide improved
throttle response and modified shifting
for an enhanced driving experience, as
well the greatest amount of steering feel.
This mode may be activated and deacti-
vated by pushing the Sport button on the
instrument panel switch bank.
Sport Mode Button
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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Store Radio Presets Manually
The Radio stores up to 12 presets in each of the Radio modes. There are four visible
presets at the top of the radio screen. Pressing the “All” button on the touchscreen
on the radio home screen will display all of the preset stations for that mode.
To store a radio preset manually, follow the steps below:
1. Tune to the desired station.
2. Press and hold the desired numbered button on the touchscreen for more that twoseconds or until you hear a confirmation beep.
SiriusXM Premier Over 160 Channels
• Get every channel available on your satellite radio, and enjoy all you want, all inone place. Hear commercial-free music plus sports, news, talk and entertainment.
Get all the premium programming, including Howard Stern, every NFL game,
Oprah Radio, every MLB and NHL game, every NASCAR race, Martha Stewart and
more. And get 20+ extra channels, including SiriusXM Latino, offering 20
channels of commercial free music, news, talk, comedy, sports and more dedi-
cated to Spanish language programming.
• To access SiriusXM Satellite Radio, push the RADIO button on the faceplate and then press the “SXM” button on the touchscreen.
• SiriusXM services require subscriptions, sold separately after the 12-month trial included with the new vehicle purchase. If you decide to continue your service at the
end of your trial subscription, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at
then-current rates until you call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349 for U.S. residents and
1-888-539-7474 for Canadian residents to cancel. See SiriusXM Customer Agreement
for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com for U.S. residents and www.siriusxm.ca for
Canadian residents. All fees and programming subject to change. Our satellite
service is available only to those at least 18 and older in the 48 contiguous USA
and D.C. Our Sirius satellite service is also available in PR (with coverage
limitations). Our Internet radio service is available throughout our satellite service
area and in AK and HI. ©2015 Sirius XM Radio Inc. Sirius, XM and all related
marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
Disc Operation
Your vehicle may have a remote CD player located in the lower center console storage
bin.
• CD/Disc Mode is entered by either inserting a CD/Disc or by pushing the MEDIA button on the faceplate. Once in Media Mode, select “Disc.”
• Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing as indicated on the illustration located on the Disc player.
Seek Up/Down Buttons
• Press to seek through Disc tracks.
• Hold either button to bypass tracks without stopping.
ELECTRONICS
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• Aero Mode (Lowers the vehicle approximately 0.6 in (15 mm) – This positionprovides improved aerodynamics by lowering the vehicle. The vehicle will auto-
matically enter Aero Mode when the vehicle speed remains between 52 mph
(83 km/h) and 56 mph (90 km/h) for greater than 20 seconds or if the vehicle
speed exceeds 56 mph (90 km/h). The vehicle will return to NRH from Aero Mode
if the vehicle speed remains between 20 mph (32 km/h) and 25 mph (40 km/h) for
greater than 20 seconds or if the vehicle speed falls below 20 mph (32 km/h). The
vehicle will enter Aero Mode, regardless of vehicle speed if the gear selector is in
the “SPORT” position.
• Transport Mode — To assist with flat bed towing, the air suspension system has a feature which will put the vehicle into Entry/Exit height and disable the automatic
load leveling system. Refer to “Programmable Features" (Uconnect Customer
Programmable Features) in “Electronics” for further information. Transport Mode
is selectable within the Suspension features.
NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
WARNING!
• You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position without first fully engaging the parking
brake. The transfer case N (Neutral) position disengages both the front and rear
driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move regardless of
the transmission position. The parking brake should always be applied when
the driver is not in the vehicle.
• The air suspension system uses a high pressure volume of air to operate the
system. To avoid personal injury or damage to the system, see your authorized
dealer for service.
HILL START ASSIST/HILL DESCENT CONTROL/SELEC
SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
• The Hill Start Assist system assists the driver when starting a vehicle from a stopon a hill.
• The Hill Descent Control system maintains vehicle speed while descending hills during off-road driving situations and is available in 4WD LOW range.
• The Selec Speed Control feature allows the driver to travel at slow speeds on level ground, uphill or downhill without actively controlling either the throttle or brake.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES (4WD OPERATION)
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME,
ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing Condi-tion Wheel OFF the
Ground Two-Wheel
Drive Models Four-Wheel
Drive Models
Without 4–LOW Range Four-Wheel
Drive Models With 4–LOW Range
Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED See Instructions
• Transmis- sion in
PARK
• Transfer
case in
NEUTRAL
(N)
• Tow in for-
ward direc-
tion
Dolly Tow Front
NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Rear OKNOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALL OKOKOK
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. 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.
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, following the 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.
UTILITY
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SELEC-TRACK
Selec-Track combines the capabilities of
the vehicle control systems, along with
driver input, to provide the best perfor-
mance for all terrains.
Rotate the mode control knob to select
the following Selec-Track positions:
•Sport - Dry weather, on-road calibra-
tion. Performance based tuning that
provides a rear wheel drive feel but with improved handling and acceleration over
a two-wheel drive vehicle. The active suspension system will be in a semi firm
mode, and a green flag will light up in the instrument cluster.
• Snow - Tuning set for additional stability in inclement weather. Use on and off road
on loose traction surfaces such as snow.
• Auto - Fully automatic full time four-wheel drive operation can be used on and off
road. This position balances traction with seamless steering feel to provide
improved handling and acceleration over two-wheel drive vehicles.
• Track - This position offers track road calibration for use on high traction surfaces.
Driveline is maximized for traction. Some binding may be felt on less forgiving
surfaces.
• To w - Use this mode for towing. Vehicle suspension will go to Firm mode.
Active Damping System
This vehicle is equipped with an electronic controlled damping system. This system
reduces body roll and pitch in many driving situations including cornering, accelera-
tion and braking. There are 3 modes:
•Street Mode (Available in terrain positions AUTO, SNOW and CUSTOM.) — Used
during highway speeds where a touring suspension feel is desired.
• Sport Mode (Available in terrain positions AUTO, SPORT, CUSTOM and TOW.) —
Provides a firm suspension for better handling.
• Track Firm (Available in terrain positions AUTO, TRACK and CUSTOM.) —
Provides a full firm suspension for an aggressive track experience.
Selec-Track switch
SRT
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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.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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NOTE:
• A street address is required when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes).
• The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on theChrysler, Jeep, Ram Truck, Dodge and SRT websites.
• Click on the “For Owners” tab, select “Owner/Service Manuals”, then select your desired model year and vehicle from the drop down lists.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE UNITED
STATES
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision or cause
injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds
that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems be-
tween you, your authorized dealer and the manufacturer.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at
1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write
to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West Building,
Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle
safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
In Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the Customer
Service Department immediately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety
defect to the Canadian government should contact Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle
Defect Investigations and Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/
roadsafety/.
French Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian
government should contact Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations
and Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/securiteroutiere/.
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
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