2021 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 4WD

Recreational Towing — Quadra–Trac
II/Quadra–Drive II Four-Wheel Drive
Models
The transfer case must be shifted into NEU-
TRAL (N) and the transmission must be in
PARK for recreational towing. The NEUTRAL
(N) selection button is adjacent to the trans-
fer case selector switch. Shifts into and out of
transfer case NEUTRAL (N) can take place
with the selector switch in any mode position.
CAUTION!
• DO NOT dolly tow any 4WD vehicle.
Towing with only one set of wheels on
the ground (front or rear) will cause
severe transmission and/or transfer case
damage. Tow with all four wheels either
ON the ground, or OFF the ground (using
a vehicle trailer).
• Tow only in a forward direction. Towing
this vehicle backwards can cause severe
damage to the transfer case.
• The transmission must be in PARK for
recreational towing.
CAUTION!
• Before recreational towing, perform the
procedure outlined under “Shifting into
NEUTRAL (N)” to be certain that the
transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL (N).
Otherwise, internal damage will result.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the
above requirements can cause severe
transmission and/or transfer case dam-
age. Damage from improper towing is
not covered under the New Vehicle Lim-
ited Warranty.
• Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on
tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper
face bar will be damaged.
Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N)
WARNING!
You or others could be injured or killed if
you leave the vehicle unattended with the
transfer case in the NEUTRAL (N) position
without first fully engaging the parking
brake. The transfer case NEUTRAL (N)
position disengages both the front and rear
WARNING!
driveshafts from the powertrain and will
allow the vehicle to roll, even if the trans-
mission is in PARK. The parking brake
should always be applied when the driver
is not in the vehicle.
Use the following procedure to prepare your
vehicle for recreational towing.
CAUTION!
It is necessary to follow these steps to be
certain that the transfer case is fully in
NEUTRAL (N) before recreational towing
to prevent damage to internal parts.
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop on
level ground, with the engine running.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal.
3. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
4. If vehicle is equipped with Quadra-Lift air
suspension, ensure the vehicle is set to
Normal Ride Height.
STARTING AND OPERATING
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Towing ConditionWheels OFF The
GroundTwo-Wheel Drive ModelsFour-Wheel Drive
Models Without
4WD LOW RangeFour-Wheel Drive Models With 4WD LOW
Range
Flat Tow NONEIf transmission is operable:
•
Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed
• 30 miles (48 km) max distanceNOT ALLOWEDSee instructions in “Recreational Towing”
•
Transmission in PARK
• Transfer case in NEUTRAL (N)
• Tow in forward direction
• Ignition in ACC or ON/RUN mode (or
disconnect negative battery cable)
Wheel Lift Or Dolly
To wFrontNOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Rear OKNOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALL BEST METHOD OK BEST METHOD
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 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.
CAUTION!
• If the vehicle being towed requires steer-
ing, the ignition switch must be in the
ACC or ON/RUN mode, not in the LOCK/
OFF mode.
NOTE:
SRT vehicles and 4WD models without 4WD
LOW range should only be towed with all four
wheelsOFFthe ground.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
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• Safety & Driving
Assistance• Phone/Bluetooth
• Mirrors & Wipers • Accessibility
• Lights • Radio Setup
• Doors & Locks • Restore Settings
• Auto-On Comfort &
Remote Start• Clear Personal Data
• Compass –
If Equipped• System Information
NOTE:
Depending on the vehicles options, feature
settings may vary.
Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multime-
dia” in the Owner’s Manual for further infor-
mation.
OFF ROAD PAGES — IF
EQUIPPED
Your vehicle is equipped with Off Road
Pages, which provides the vehicle status
while operating on off road conditions. It
supplies information relating to the vehicle
ride height, the status of the transfer case,
the pitch and roll of the vehicle (if equipped),
and the active Selec-Terrain mode.To access Off Road Pages, press the “Apps”
button on the touchscreen, and then select
“Off Road Pages”.
Off Road Pages has the following selectable
pages:
• Vehicle Dynamics
• Suspension
• Pitch and Roll — If Equipped
• Accessory Gauge
• Selec-Terrain — If Equipped
Off Road Pages Status Bar
The Off Road Pages Status Bar is located
along the bottom of Off Road Pages and is
present in each of the five selectable page
options. It provides continually updating in-
formation for the following items:
• Current Transfer Case Status (only appears
when in 4WD LOW)
• Current Selec-Terrain mode — If Equipped
• Current Latitude/Longitude
• Current Altitude of the vehicle
• Status of Hill Descent
• Selec-Speed Control and Selected Speed in
MPH (km/h)
Main Menu
1 — Off Road Pages App
2 — Uconnect Apps Button
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Vehicle Dynamics
The Vehicle Dynamics page displays informa-
tion concerning the vehicle’s drivetrain.
The following information is displayed:
• Steering angle in degrees• Status of Transfer case
• Status of the Rear Axles — If Equipped
Suspension
The Suspension page displays information
concerning the vehicle’s suspension.
The following information is displayed:
• Suspension Articulation Indicator
• Current Ride Height Status — If Equipped
– Normal– Off Road 1
– Off Road 2
– Entry/Exit
– Aero
NOTE:
The wheel articulation will be represented by
a yellow color in the Suspension Articulation
Indicator. If Ride Height is adjusted, the Ride
Height indicator on the screen will switch to
the appropriate height and the Suspension
Articulation Indicator will show the move-
ment and change in height.
Status Bar
1 — Transfer Case Status (Only when
in 4WD LOW)
2 — Selec-Terrain Mode — If Equipped
3 — Current Latitude/Longitude
4 — Current Altitude
5 — Hill Descent
6 — Selec-Speed Status And Set
Speed
Vehicle Dynamics Menu
1 — Steering Angle
2 — Transfer Case Status
3 — Rear Axle Locker Status
MULTIMEDIA
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