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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ........................ 138
Normal Starting — 
Gasoline Engine ........................... 138
Normal Starting — Diesel Engine ......... 141
Diesel Engine Warm-Up ................ 141
Diesel Engine Idling — 
In Cold Weather ........................... 142 Stopping the Engine ..................... 142
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS .... 143
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION................. 143
Ignition Park Interlock................... 144
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock 
System  ....................................... 144 Eight–Speed Automatic 
Transmission................................ 145
FOUR–WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION .......... 146
Four-Position Transfer Case ........... 146
Five-Position Transfer Case ........... 148
Trac-Lok Rear Axle — 
If Equipped ................................. 151 Axle Lock (Tru-Lok) — 
Rubicon Models ........................... 151 Electronic Sway Bar Disconnect — 
If Equipped ................................. 152
STOP/START SYSTEM — AUTOMATIC 
TRANSMISSION (IF EQUIPPED) .............153
Automatic Mode ........................... 154
Possible Reasons The Engine Does 
Not Autostop ............................... 154 To Start The Engine While In 
Autostop Mode ............................. 155 To Manually Turn Off The 
Stop/Start System ........................ 155 To Manually Turn On The 
Stop/Start System ........................ 155 System Malfunction...................... 155
ACTIVE SPEED LIMITER — 
IF EQUIPPED  .......................................156
Activation .................................... 156
Exceeding The Set Speed.............. 156
Deactivation ................................ 156
SPEED CONTROL ..................................157
To Activate .................................. 157
To Set A Desired Speed ................ 158
To Resume Speed  ....................... 158
To Deactivate .............................. 158
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — 
IF EQUIPPED  .......................................158
To Activate/Deactivate .................. 158
To Set A Desired ACC Speed ......... 159
To Resume .................................. 159
To Vary The Speed Setting  ........... 159
Setting The Following Distance 
In ACC ........................................ 160
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — 
IF EQUIPPED ........................................161
ParkSense Sensors ........................161
Enabling And Disabling 
ParkSense ....................................161 ParkSense System Usage 
Precautions ..................................162
PARKSENSE FRONT AND 
REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED ......163
ParkSense Sensors ........................163
ParkSense Warning Display ............163
ParkSense Display ........................163
Enabling And Disabling 
ParkSense ....................................165 Service The ParkSense Park Assist 
System ........................................166 Cleaning The ParkSense System .....166
ParkSense System Usage 
Precautions ..................................166
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — 
IF EQUIPPED ........................................167
REFUELING THE VEHICLE  .....................169
Fuel Filler Cap ..............................169
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message  ......170
REFUELING THE VEHICLE — DIESEL ......170
AdBlue® (UREA) — If Equipped ....171
VEHICLE LOADING  ...............................174
Weights Label...............................174
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Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
The  Electronic  Brake  Force  Distribution
(EBD)  manages  the  distribution  of  the
braking  torque  between  the  front  and  rear
axles by limiting braking pressure to the rear
axle.  This  is  done  to  prevent  overslip  of  the
rear  wheels  to  avoid  vehicle  instability,  and
to  prevent  the  rear  axle  from  entering  ABS
before the front axle.
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) 
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) anticipates
the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the
driver’s  steering  wheel  input  and  the  speed
of  the  vehicle.  When  ERM  determines  that
the  rate  of  change  of  the  steering  wheel
angle  and  vehicle’s  speed  are  sufficient  to
potentially  cause  wheel  lift,  it  then  applies
the  appropriate  brake  and  may  also  reduce
engine  power  to  lessen  the  chance  that
wheel  lift  will  occur.  ERM  can  only  reduce
the  chance  of  wheel  lift  occurring  during
severe  or  evasive  driving  maneuvers;  it
cannot  prevent  wheel  lift  due  to  other
factors, such as road conditions, leaving 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.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 
Electronic  Stability  Control  (ESC)  enhances
directional  control  and  stability  of  the
vehicle  under  various  driving  conditions.
ESC  corrects  for  oversteering  or  under
-
steering of the vehicle by applying the brake
of the appropriate wheel(s) to assist in coun -teracting  the  oversteer  or  understeer  condi
-
tion.  Engine  power  may  also  be  reduced  to
help the vehicle maintain the desired path.
ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine
the  vehicle  path  intended  by  the  driver  and
compares it to the actual path of the vehicle.
When  the  actual  path  does  not  match  the
intended path, ESC applies the brake of the
appropriate  wheel  to  assist  in  counteracting
the oversteer or understeer condition.
Oversteer  —  when  the  vehicle  is  turning
more  than  appropriate  for  the  steering
wheel position.
Understeer — when the vehicle is turning
less  than  appropriate  for  the  steering
wheel position.
The  “ESC  Activation/Malfunction  Indicator
Light” located in the instrument cluster will
start  to  flash  as  soon  as  the  ESC  system
becomes  active.  The  “ESC  Activation/
Malfunction  Indicator  Light”  also  flashes
when the TCS  is  active.  If  the  “ESC  Activa -
tion/Malfunction  Indicator  Light”  begins  to
flash  during  acceleration,  ease  up  on  the
accelerator  and  apply  as  little  throttle  as
possible.  Be  sure  to  adapt  your  speed  and
driving to the prevailing road conditions.
 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.
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Towing With HSA
HSA will also  provide assistance to mitigate
roll back while towing a trailer.
Ready Alert Braking (RAB)
Ready  Alert  Braking  (RAB)  may  reduce  the
time  required  to  reach  full  braking  during
emergency  braking  situations.  It  anticipates
when  an  emergency  braking  situation  may
occur  by  monitoring  how  fast  the  throttle  is
released by the driver. The  Electronic Brake
Control (EBC) system  will prepare  the brake
system for a panic stop.
Rain Brake Support (RBS)
Rain  Brake  Support  (RBS)  may  improve
braking  performance  in  wet  conditions.  It
will  periodically  apply  a  small  amount  of
brake  pressure  to  remove  any water  buildup
on  the  front  brake  rotors.  It  functions  when
the windshield wipers are in LO or HI speed.
When  RBS  is active, there is no notification
to  the  driver  and  no  driver  interaction  is
required.
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)  
Trailer  Sway  Control  (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 exces-
sively swaying trailer is recognized.
NOTE:
TSC  cannot  stop  all  trailers  from  swaying.
Always  use  caution  when  towing  a  trailer  and
follow  the  trailer  tongue  weight  recommenda-
tions.  Refer  to  “Trailer  Towing”  in  “Starting
And Operating” for further information.
When  TSC  is  functioning,  the  “ESC  Activa -
tion/Malfunction  Indicator  Light”  will  flash,
the  engine  power  may  be  reduced  and  you
may  feel  the  brakes  being  applied  to  indi -
vidual  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  you  use a  trailer  brake  controller with
your  trailer,  the  trailer  brakes  may  be
activated and deactivated with the brake
switch.  If  so,  there  may  not  be  enough
brake  pressure  to  hold  both  the  vehicle
and  the  trailer  on  a  hill  when  the  brake
pedal  is  released.  In  order  to  avoid
rolling  down  an  incline  while  resuming
acceleration,  manually  activate  the
trailer brake or apply more vehicle brake
pressure  prior  to  releasing  the  brake
pedal.
HSA is not a parking brake. Always apply
the parking brake fully when exiting your
vehicle.  Also,  be  certain  to  place  the
transmission in PARK (P).
Failure  to  follow  these  warnings  can
result  in  a  collision  or  serious  personal
injury. 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.
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Traction Control System (TCS)  
The  Traction  Control  System  (TCS)  monitors  the
amount  of  wheel  spin  of  each  of  the  driven
wheels.  If  wheel  spin  is  detected,  the  TCS  may
apply brake pressure to the spinning wheel(s) and/
or  reduce  engine  power  to  provide  enhanced
acceleration  and  stability.  A  feature  of  the  TCS,
Brake  Limited  Differential  (BLD),  functions
similar  to  a  limited  slip  differential  and  controls
the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one wheel
on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other,
the  system  will  apply  the  brake  of  the  spinning
wheel.  This  will  allow  more  engine  torque  to  be
applied  to  the  wheel  that  is  not  spinning.  BLD
may  remain  enabled  even  if  TCS  and  Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) are in a reduced mode.
AUXILIARY DRIVING 
SYSTEMS
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If 
Equipped 
The  Blind  Spot  Monitoring  (BSM)  system
uses two radar-based sensors, located inside
the  taillights,  to  detect  highway  licensable
vehicles  (automobiles,  trucks,  motorcycles,
etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the
rear/front/side of the vehicle.Rear Detection Zones
When  the  vehicle  is  started,  the  BSM  warning
light  will  momentarily  illuminate  in  both  outside
rear  view  mirrors  to  let  the  driver  know  that  the
system  is  operational.  The  BSM  system  sensors
operate when the vehicle is in any forward gear or
REVERSE (R) and enters standby mode when the
vehicle is in PARK (P).
The  BSM  detection  zone  covers  approximately
one lane width on both sides of the vehicle, 12 ft
(3.8 m). The zone length starts at the outside rear
view  mirror  and  extends  approximately  10 ft
(3 m) beyond the rear bumper of the vehicle. The
BSM system monitors the detection zones on both
sides  of  the  vehicle  when  the  vehicle  speed
reaches approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or higher and will alert the driver of vehicles in these areas.
 NOTE:
The  BSM  system  DOES  NOT  alert  the
driver  about  rapidly  approaching  vehicles
that are outside the detection zones.
The  BSM  system  detection  zone  DOES
NOT  change  if  your  vehicle  is  towing  a
trailer.  Therefore,  visually  verify  the  adja-
cent lane is clear for both your vehicle and
trailer before making a lane change. If the
trailer or other object (i.e., bicycle, sports
equipment)  extends  beyond  the  side  of
your  vehicle,  this  may  result  in  the  BSM
warning  light  remaining  illuminated  the
entire time the vehicle is in a forward gear.
The  Blind  Spot  Monitoring  (BSM)  system
may experience drop outs (blinking on and
off)  of  the  side  mirror  Warning  Indicator
lamps  when  a  motorcycle  or  any  small
object  remains  at  the  side  of  the  vehicle
for extended periods of time (more than a
couple of seconds).
The  area  on  taillights,  where  the  radar
sensors  are  located,  must  remain  free  of
snow,  ice,  and  dirt/road  contamination  so
that the BSM system  can  function properly.
Do  not  block  the  taillights  where  the  radar
sensors  are  located  with  foreign  objects
(bumper stickers, bicycle racks, etc.).
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Modes Of Operation
Three  selectable  modes  of  operation  are
available  in  the  Uconnect  System.  Refer  to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” in the
Owner’s Manual for further information.
Blind Spot Alert Lights Only
When  operating  in  Blind  Spot  Alert  mode,
the BSM system will provide a visual alert in
the  appropriate  side  view  mirror  based  on  a
detected  object.  However,  when  the  system
is operating in Rear Cross Path (RCP) mode,
the system will respond with both visual andaudible  alerts  when  a  detected  object  is
present.  Whenever  an  audible  alert  is
requested, the radio is muted.
Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime
When  operating  in  Blind  Spot  Alert  Lights/
Chime mode, the BSM system will provide a
visual  alert  in  the  appropriate  side  view
mirror based on a detected object. If the turn
signal  is  then  activated,  and  it  corresponds
to an alert present on that side of the vehicle,
an  audible  chime  will  also  be  sounded.
Whenever  a  turn  signal  and  detected  object
are  present  on  the  same  side  at  the  same
time,  both  the  visual  and  audible alerts  will
be issued. In addition to the audible alert the
radio (if on) will also be muted.
NOTE:
Whenever  an  audible  alert  is  requested  by
the BSM system, the radio is also muted.
When the system is in RCP, the system shall
respond  with  both  visual  and  audible  alerts
when a detected object is present. Whenever
an  audible  alert  is  requested,  the  radio  is
also  muted.  Turn/hazard  signal  status  is
ignored;  the  RCP  state  always  requests  the
chime.Blind Spot Alert Off
When the BSM system is turned off there will
be no visual or audible alerts from either the
BSM or RCP systems.
NOTE:
The BSM system will store the current oper
-
ating  mode  when  the  vehicle  is  shut  off.
Each  time  the  vehicle  is  started  the  previ -
ously stored mode will be recalled and used.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With 
Mitigation — If Equipped
The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system
provides the driver with audible, visual warn -
ings (within the instrument  cluster  display),
and may apply a haptic  warning in  the form
of  a  brake  jerk,  to  warn  the  driver  when  it
detects  a  potential  frontal  collision.  The
warnings  are  intended  to  provide  the  driver
with enough time to react, avoid or mitigate
the potential collision.
NOTE:
FCW  monitors  the  information  from  the
forward looking sensors as well as Electronic
Brake  Controller  (EBC),  to  calculate  the
probability  of  a  forward  collision.  When  the
 WARNING!
Rear  Cross  Path  Detection  (RCP)  is  not  a
back  up  aid  system.  It  is  intended  to  be
used  to  help  a  driver  detect  an  oncoming
vehicle  in  a  parking  lot  situation.  Drivers
must  be  careful  when  backing  up,  even
when  using  RCP.  Always  check  carefully
behind  your  vehicle,  look  behind  you,  and
be sure  to check  for  pedestrians, animals,
other  vehicles,  obstructions,  and  blind
spots  before  backing  up.  Failure  to  do  so
can result in serious injury or death.
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NOTE:
The  system  will  automatically  time  out  and
the ignition will cycle to the OFF mode after
30 minutes of inactivity if the ignition is left
in  the  ACC  or  RUN  (engine  not  running)
mode and the transmission is in PARK.
ENGINE  START/STOP  Button  Functions  —  With
Driver’s Foot  OFF The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or
NEUTRAL Position)
The  ENGINE  START/STOP  button  operates
similar  to  an  ignition  switch.  It  has  three
modes: OFF, ACC, and RUN. To change the
ignition  modes  without  starting  the  vehicle
and use the accessories, follow these steps:
1. Starting with the ignition in the OFF mode,
2. Push  the  ENGINE  START/STOP  button  onceto place the ignition to the ACC mode (instru -
ment cluster will display “ACC”),
3. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a second  time  to  place  the  ignition  to  the
RUN  mode  (instrument  cluster  will
display “ON/RUN”),
4. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a third  time  to  return  the  ignition  to  the
OFF  mode  (instrument  cluster  will
display “OFF”).AutoPark
AutoPark is a supplemental feature to assist
in  placing  the  vehicle  in  PARK  should  the
situations on the following pages occur. It is
a  back  up  system  and  should  not  be  relied
upon  as  the  primary  method  by  which  the
driver shifts the vehicle into PARK.
The  conditions  under  which  AutoPark  will
engage are outlined on the following pages. If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver turns
off the engine, the vehicle may AutoPark.
AutoPark  will  engage  when  all  of  these
conditions are met:
Vehicle is equipped with an 8-speed trans-
mission
Driver’s door is ajar or in conditions where
driver  door  is  removed  an  additional
trigger would be if the driver is off the seat
(seat pad sensor detects driver missing).
Vehicle is not in PARK
Vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h)
Ignition switched from RUN to OFF
NOTE:
For  Keyless  Enter-N-Go  equipped  vehicles,
The  engine  will  turn  off  and  the  ignition
switch  will  change  to  ACC  mode.  After
30 minutes  the  ignition  switches  to  OFF
automatically,  unless  the  driver  turns  the
ignition switch OFF.
 WARNING!
Driver inattention could lead to failure to
place the vehicle in PARK. ALWAYS DO
A VISUAL CHECK that your vehicle is in
PARK  by  verifying  that  a  solid  (not
blinking)  “P”  is  indicated  in  the  instru -
ment  cluster  display  and  on  the  gear
selector. If  the  "P"  indicator  is blinking,
your vehicle is not in PARK. As an added
precaution,  always  apply  the  parking
brake when exiting the vehicle.
AutoPark is a supplemental feature. It is
not designed to replace the need to shift
your  vehicle  into  PARK.  It  is  a  back  up
system and should not be relied upon as
the  primary  method  by  which  the  driver
shifts the vehicle into PARK.
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If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver exits
the vehicle with the engine running, the vehicle
may AutoPark.
AutoPark  will  engage  when  all  of  these
conditions are met:
Vehicle is equipped with an 8-speed trans-
mission
Driver’s door is ajar or in conditions where
driver  door  is  removed  an  additional
trigger would be if the driver is off the seat
(seat pad sensor detects driver missing).
Vehicle is not in PARK
Driver’s door is removed
Vehicle  speed  is  1.2 mph  (2.0 km/h)  orless
Driver’s seat belt is unbuckled
Driver’s door is ajar
Brake pedal is not depressed
The  MESSAGE  “AutoPark  Engaged  Shift  to  P
then  Shift  to  Gear ”  will  display  in  the  instru -
ment cluster. NOTE:
In some cases the ParkSense graphic will be
displayed in the instrument cluster. In these
cases, the shifter must be returned to “P” to
select desired gear.
If the driver shifts into PARK while moving, the
vehicle may AutoPark.
AutoPark  will  engage 
ONLY  when  vehicle
speed is 1.2 mph (2.0 km/h) or less.
The MESSAGE “Vehicle Speed is Too High to
Shift to P ” will be displayed in the instrument
cluster  if  vehicle  speed  is  above  1.2 mph
(2.0 km/h). 4WD LOW
AutoPark  will  be  disabled  when  operating  the
vehicle in 4WD LOW.
The  MESSAGE  “
AutoPark  Disabled ”  will  be
displayed in the instrument cluster.
Additional  customer  warnings  will  be  given
when both of these conditions are met:
Vehicle is not in PARK
Driver’s door is ajar
The  MESSAGE  “ AutoPark  Not  Engaged ”  will
be  displayed  in  the  instrument  cluster.  A
warning  chime  will  continue  until  you  shift
the vehicle into PARK or the driver’s door is
closed.
ALWAYS DO A VISUAL CHECK
 that your vehicle
is  in  PARK  by  looking  for  the  "P"  in  the
instrument cluster display and on the shifter.
As  an  added  precaution,  always  apply  the
parking brake when exiting the vehicle.
 WARNING!
If  vehicle  speed  is  above  1.2 mph
(2.0 km/h),  the  transmission  will  default
to NEUTRAL until the vehicle speed drops
below  1.2 mph  (1.9 km/h).  A  vehicle  left
in  the  NEUTRAL  position  can  roll.  As  an
added  precaution,  always  apply  the
parking brake when exiting the vehicle.
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To Set A Desired Speed
Turn the Speed Control on.
NOTE:
The  vehicle  should  be  traveling  at  a  steady
speed  and  on  level  ground  before  pushing
the SET (+) or SET (-) button.
When  the  vehicle  has  reached  the  desired
speed,  push  the  SET  (+)  or  SET  (-)  button
and release. Release the accelerator and the
vehicle will operate at the selected speed.
To Resume Speed 
To  resume  a  previously  set  speed,  push  the
RES  button  and  release.  Resume  can  be
used at any speed above 20 mph (32 km/h).
To Deactivate 
A  soft  tap  on  the  brake  pedal,  pushing  the
CANC (cancel) button, or normal brake pres-
sure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate
the  Speed  Control  without  erasing  the  set
speed from memory.
Pushing the on/off button or placing the igni -
tion in the OFF position, erases the set speed
from memory.
ADAPTIVE CRUISE 
CONTROL (ACC) — IF 
EQUIPPED   
Adaptive Cruise Control Buttons
If  your  vehicle  is  equipped  with  Adaptive
Cruise  Control,  the  controls  operate  exactly
the same as Speed Control with only a couple
of differences. With this option, you can set
a specified distance you would like to main -
tain between you and the vehicle  in front of
you. If  the  ACC  sensor  detects  a  vehicle  ahead,
ACC  will  apply  limited  braking  or  accelera
-
tion  automatically  to  maintain  a  preset
following distance, while matching the speed
of the vehicle ahead.
If the sensor does not detect a vehicle ahead
of you, ACC will maintain a fixed set speed.
To Activate/Deactivate
Push and release the Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC)  on/off  button.  The  ACC  menu  in  the
instrument cluster displays “ACC Ready.”
To turn the system off, push and release the
Adaptive  Cruise  Control  (ACC)  on/off  button
again.  At  this  time,  the  system  will  turn  off
and  the  instrument  cluster  displays  “Adap -
tive Cruise Control (ACC) Off.”
1 — Distance Setting Increase
2 — Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) On/Off
3 — Distance Setting Decrease
 WARNING!
Leaving  the  Adaptive Cruise Control  (ACC)
system  on  when  not  in  use  is  dangerous.
You  could  accidentally  set  the  system  or
cause  it  to  go  faster  than  you  want.  You
could  lose  control  and  have  a  collision.
Always  leave  the  system  off  when  you  are
not using it.
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