2017 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE sport mode

SRT Drive ModesYour SRT vehicle is equipped with a Drive Modes feature which allows
for coordinating the operation of various vehicle systems depending
upon the type of driving behavior desired. The Drive Modes feature is
controlled through the Selec-Track switch and may be accessed by
performing any of the following:
• Pushing the SRT button on the Selec-Track switch.
• Selecting “Drive Modes” from the “Apps” menu.
• Selecting “Drive Modes” from within the Performance Pages menu.
The SRT Drive Modes main screen displays the current drive mode and
real-time status of the vehicle’s performance configuration. The select-
able Drive Modes are Track, Sport, Auto, Snow, Tow or Custom.
Information shown will indicate the actual status of each system, along
with a vehicle graphic that displays the active drive mode status. The
color red indicates “Track,” orange “Sport,” yellow “Street” and blue
for “Snow.” These features will reset to AUTO upon an ignition cycle. If
the system status shown does not match the current drive mode set up,
a message will be displayed indicating which values are not matching
the current mode.
NOTE:Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Full-Off is only available in
Selec-Track TRACK mode and can be activated by pushing and holding
the ESC Off button on the instrument panel switch bank for five
seconds.
Drive Modes — Track
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Listed below are the available Drive Modes:
Track Mode
Selecting “Track” with the Selec-Track switch will activate the configu-
ration for typical track driving. The Transmission, Stability Control,
All-Wheel Drive, Steering, and Suspension systems are all set to their
“Track” settings highlighted in red. The Paddle Shifters are enabled.Sport Mode
Selecting “Sport” with the Selec-Track switch will activate the configu-
ration for typical enthusiast driving. The Transmission, Stability Con-
trol, All-Wheel Drive, Steering, and Suspension systems are all set to
their “Sport” settings highlighted in orange. The Paddle Shifters are
enabled.
Drive Modes — Track
Drive Modes (Sport)
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Tow ModeSelecting “Tow” with the Selec-Track switch will activate the configu-
ration for towing a trailer or hauling heavy loads in the cargo area. Once
in this mode, trailer sway control is enabled in the ESC system. The
Transmission is set to “Tow” setting highlighted in purple. Stability
Control is set to “Full” highlighted in blue. All-Wheel Drive is set to
“50/50” highlighted in blue. Steering is set to “Street” highlighted in
yellow. Suspension is set to “Sport” highlighted in orange.
Drive Modes - Tow
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Auto Mode
Auto mode is enabled upon ignition on, or by selecting “Auto” with the
Selec-Track switch. The Transmission, Stability Control and All-Wheel
Drive modes are set to their “Street” settings highlighted in yellow.
Steering and Suspension can be configured in either the “Street,”
“Sport,” or “Track” and the Paddle Shifters may be enabled or disabled
while in auto set-up mode.
Drive Mode Auto (Default)
Auto Mode Setup (Default)
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All-Wheel DriveTrack
• Press the “Track” button on the touchscreen to provide the greatest
distribution of torque to the rear wheels (70%.)
Sport
• Press the “Sport” button on the touchscreen to provide greater distribution of torque to the rear wheels (65%.)
Street
• Press the “Street” button on the touchscreen to provide moderate distribution of torque to the rear wheels (60%.)
50/50
• Press the “50/50” button on the touchscreen to provide even distribution of torque between the front and rear wheels.
All-Wheel Drive
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SuspensionTrack
• Press the “Track” button on the touchscreen to provide the firmest
possible suspension stiffness with the highest amount of comfort
trade-off.
Sport
• Press the “Sport” button on the touchscreen to provide a firmer suspension stiffness with moderate comfort trade-off.
Street
• Press the “Street” button on the touchscreen to provide a balance of suspension stiffness and ride comfort for typical daily driving.
Suspension
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Guidelines For Track Use
CAUTION!
Because of the extreme conditions encountered during track use,
any damage or wear associated with track use is not covered by
warranty.
• If your SRT vehicle is equipped with Drive Modes they will alter the vehicle’s performance in various driving situations. It is recom-
mended that your vehicle operates in SPORT or TRACK modes
during the track event.
• Prior to each track event/day, verify all fluids are at the correct levels. Refer to “Fluid Capacities” in “Technical Specifications” for
further information.
• Prior to each track event, verify the front and rear brake pads have more than ½ pad thickness remaining. If the brake pads require
changing, please burnish prior to track outing at full pace.
• At the conclusion of each track event, it is recommended that a brake bleed procedure is performed to maintain the pedal feel and
stopping capability of your Brembo High Performance brake system.
• It is recommended that each track outing should end with a minimum of 1 cool down lap using minimal braking. • All SRT vehicles are track tested for 24 hours of endurance,
however, it is recommended that suspension system, brake system,
prop shaft, and ½ shaft boots should be checked for wear or damage
after every track event.
• Track usage results in increased operating temperatures of the engine, transmission, driveline and brake system. This may affect
Noise Vibration Harshness (NVH) countermeasures designed into
your vehicle. New components may need to be installed to return the
system to the original NVH performance.
• Tire pressure: – Below 42 psi (289 kpa) hot and 33 psi (227 kpa) cold recom-
mended.
NOTE: It is recommended that you target below 42 psi (289 kpa) Hot
Tire Pressure at the conclusion of each track session. Starting at 33 psi
(227 kpa) Cold and adjusting based on ambient & track conditions is
recommended. Tire pressure can be monitored via the instrument
cluster display and can assist with adjustments.
Track burnishing your brakes:
To avoid “green lining fade” during track use, the brake pads and rotors
must have a thermal burnish for factory installed components or when
new brake friction components are installed:
1. Use one track session to burnish brakes by driving at 75% speed. Brake at approximately 0.60 - 0.80g max without ABS intervention.
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