2017 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE emergency towing

– Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If
the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as
possible. A chime will sound when this light
turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is
corrected. This light does not indicate how
much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level
must be checked under the hood.
– Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine
condition. As engine coolant temperatures
rise and the gauge approachesH,this indica-
tor will illuminate and a single chime will
sound after reaching a set threshold.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull
over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is
on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission
into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the
temperature reading does not return to nor-
mal, turn the engine off immediately and call
for service. Refer to “If Your Engine Over-
heats” in “In Case Of Emergency” for further
information.
– Oil Temperature Warning Light
This telltale indicates engine oil temperature
is high. If the light turns on while driving,
stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as
soon as possible.
– Battery Charge Warning Light
This light illuminates when the battery is not
charging properly. If it stays on while the
engine is running, there may be a malfunc-
tion with the charging system. Contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible. This
indicates a possible problem with the electri-
cal system or a related component.
If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump-
Starting” in “In Case Of Emergency.”
– Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Light
This light informs you of a problem with the
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a
problem is detected while the engine is run-
ning, the light will either stay on or flash
depending on the nature of the problem.
Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle is
safely and completely stopped and the trans- mission is placed in the PARK position. The
light should turn off. If the light remains on
with the vehicle under power, your vehicle
will usually be drivable; however, see an au-
thorized dealer for service as soon as pos-
sible.
If the light continues to flash when the en-
gine vehicle under power, immediate service
is required and you may experience reduced
performance, and your vehicle may require
towing. The light will come on when the
ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position
and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the
light does not come on during starting, have
the system checked by an authorized dealer.
– Electric Power Steering Fail Warn-
ing Light
This warning light indicates that there is a
fault in your vehicle’s Electric Power Steering
system.
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occurring during severe or evasive driving
maneuvers; it cannot prevent wheel lift due to
other factors, such as road conditions, leav-
ing the roadway, or striking objects or other
vehicles.
NOTE:
ERM is disabled anytime the ESC is in “Full
Off” mode (if equipped). Refer to “Electronic
Stability Control (ESC)” in this section for a
complete explanation of the available ESC
modes.
WARNING!
Many factors, such as vehicle loading,
road conditions and driving conditions,
influence the chance that wheel lift or
rollover may occur. ERM cannot prevent all
wheel lift or roll overs, especially those
that involve leaving the roadway or striking
objects or other vehicles. The capabilities
of an ERM-equipped vehicle must never
be exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner which could jeopardize the user's
safety or the safety of others.
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize
an excessively swaying trailer and will take
the appropriate actions to attempt to stop the
sway. TSC will become active automatically
once an excessively swaying trailer is recog-
nized. Note that TSC cannot stop all trailers
from swaying. Always use caution when tow-
ing a trailer and follow the trailer tongue
weight recommendations. Refer to “Trailer
Towing” in “Starting And Operating” for fur-
ther information. When TSC is functioning,
the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” will flash, the engine power may be
reduced and you may feel the brakes being
applied to individual wheels to attempt to
stop the trailer from swaying. TSC is disabled
when the ESC system is in the “Partial Off” or
“Full Off” modes.
WARNING!
If TSC activates while driving, slow the
vehicle down, stop at the nearest safe
location, and adjust the trailer load to
eliminate trailer sway.
Ready Alert Braking (RAB)
Ready Alert Braking may reduce the time
required to reach full braking during emer-
gency braking situations. It anticipates when
an emergency braking situation may occur by
monitoring how fast the throttle is released by
the driver. The EBC will prepare the brake
system for a panic stop.
Rain Brake Support (RBS)
Rain Brake Support may improve braking
performance in wet conditions. It will periodi-
cally apply a small amount of brake pressure
to remove any water buildup on the front
brake rotors. It functions when the wind-
shield wipers are in LO or HI speed. When
Rain Brake Support is active, there is no
notification to the driver and no driver inter-
action is required.
Dynamic Steering Torque (DST)
Dynamic Steering Torque is a feature of the
ESC and EPS modules that provides torque at
the steering wheel for certain driving condi-
tions in which the ESC module is detecting
vehicle instability. The torque that the steer-
ing wheel receives is only meant to help the
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Accelerating For Passing.........174
Deactivation .................174
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
(ACC) ................... .174
Activation..................175
Setting A Desired Speed ..........175
Varying The Speed .............175
To Resume ..................177
Deactivation .................177
Setting The Following Distance ......177
Changing Modes ..............177
PARKSENSE REAR PARK
ASSIST .................. .179
ParkSense Sensors.............179
Activation/Deactivation ParkSense . . . .179
Instrument Cluster Display ........179
ParkSense System Usage Precautions . .179
PARKSENSE FRONT AND REAR
PARKASSIST.............. .180
Sensors....................180
Activation/Deactivation ...........181
Engagement/Disengagement .......181Operation With A Trailer
..........182
General Warnings ..............182
PARKSENSE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ......182
LANESENSE............... .183
LaneSense Operation............183
Turning LaneSense ON Or OFF ......184
LaneSense Warning Message .......184
Changing LaneSense Status ........185
PARKVIEW REAR BACK-UP CAM-
ERA .................... .185
Symbols And Messages On The Display .185
REFUELING THE VEHICLE.....186
Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release . . .187
REFUELING THE VEHICLE — DIE-
SELENGINE............... .188
Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel.....190
Bulk Fuel Storage — Diesel Fuel . . . .190
Diesel Exhaust Fluid ............190
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage .......191
Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid .......191
TRAILER TOWING...........193
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) — Non SRT .......193
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) — Diesel .........194
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) — SRT ..........195
Trailer Hitch Receiver Cover Removal
(Summit Models) — If Equipped .....195
Trailer Hitch Receiver Cover Removal (SRT
Models) — If Equipped ..........196
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) .........198
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another
Vehicle....................198
Recreational Towing-Two Wheel Drive
Models ....................199
Recreational Towing — Quadra-Trac I
(Single-Speed Transfer Case) Four-Wheel
Drive Models ................199
Recreational Towing — Quadra–Trac
II/Quadra–Drive II Four-Wheel Drive
Models ....................199STARTING AND OPERATING
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING
FLASHERS................204
Control....................204
BULB REPLACEMENT ........204
Replacement Bulbs.............204
Bulb Replacement .............206
FUSES ...................209
General Information.............209
Underhood Fuses ..............209
JACKING AND TIRE
CHANGING............... .214
Run Flat Tires — SRT Models .......214
Jack/Spare Tire Stowage ..........215
Changing Procedure ............221
JUMP-STARTING............221
Preparations For Jump-Starting ......221
Jump-Starting Procedure .........222
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY . . .224
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .224 MANUAL PARK RELEASE
.....224
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE . . .226
TOWING A DISABLED
VEHICLE ................ .227
Two-Wheel Drive Models..........228
Four-Wheel Drive Models .........229
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM(EARS) ........... .229
EVENT DATA RECORDER
(EDR)................... .229
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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 manufac-
turer’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 brack-
ets. State and local laws regarding vehicles
under tow must be observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, de-
frosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition
must be in the ON/RUN mode, not the ACC
mode.
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 rear
suspension 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 en-
gine 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 im-
proper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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