2023 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE Shift lock

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4WD LOW To 4WD HI

With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph (0 to
5 km/h), the ignition switch in the ON position or
the engine running, shift the transmission into
NEUTRAL (N), push and hold the 4WD LOW button
until the 4WD LOW Indicator Light begins to flash
in the instrument cluster. When the shift is
complete, the 4WD LOW Indicator Light will
remain off.

NOTE:
If shift conditions/interlocks are not met —
“4WD Shift Cancelled” or “4WD Shift Aborted/
Retry Shift” message will be displayed on the
instrument cluster. To reattempt shift, put the
transmission in NEUTRAL (N) and push and hold
the 4WD LOW button.
If shift conditions/interlocks are not met, a “To
Complete 4WD Shift Put Transmission In
Neutral” or a “To Complete 4WD Shift Speed
Must Be Below 3 MPH” or a “To Complete 4WD
Shift Allow Engine To Return To Idle” message
will flash from the instrument cluster display
Úpage 98.

Shifting into or out of 4WD LOW is possible with
the vehicle completely stopped; however, diffi -
culty may occur due to the mating clutch teeth
not being properly aligned. Several attempts
may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to occur. The preferred
method is with the vehicle rolling 0 to 3 mph
(0 to 5 km/h). If the vehicle is moving faster
than 3 mph (5 km/h), the transfer case will not
allow the shift.

QUADRA-TRAC II SYSTEM —
I
F EQUIPPED
The Quadra-Trac II System features two torque
transfer couplings. The couplings include an
Electronic Limited-Slip Differential (ELSD) rear axle
and the Quadra-Trac II transfer case. The ELSD
axle is fully automatic and requires no driver input
to operate. Under normal driving conditions, the
unit functions as a standard axle, balancing torque
evenly between left and right wheels. With a
traction difference between left and right wheels,
the coupling will sense a speed difference. As one
wheel begins to spin faster than the other, torque
will automatically transfer from the wheel that has
less traction, to the wheel that has traction. While
the transfer case and axle coupling differ in design,
their operation is similar. Follow the Quadra-Trac II
transfer case shifting information, preceding this
section, for shifting this system.
ELECTRONIC SWAY BAR DISCONNECT —
I
F EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with an electronic
disconnecting stabilizer/sway bar. This system
allows greater front suspension travel in off-road
situations.
This system is controlled by the SWAY BAR switch
located on the instrument panel (to the right of the
gear selector).

SWAY BAR Switch

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Push the SWAY BAR switch to activate the system.
Push the switch again to deactivate the system.
The Sway Bar Indicator Light (located in the
instrument cluster) will illuminate when the bar is
disconnected. The Sway Bar Indicator Light will
flash during activation transition, or when
activation conditions are not met. The stabilizer/
sway bar should remain in on-road mode during
normal driving conditions.
NOTE:If the electronic disconnecting stabilizer/sway bar
is disconnected and then driven at speeds above
18 mph (29 km/h), the system will reconnect for
driver safety. The Sway Bar Indicator Light will
continue to flash as the system waits for the driver
to slow the vehicle and will automatically
disconnect again unless the driver cancels the
request with the SWAY BAR switch. The system can
cancel the pending disconnect request if drivetrain
changes are made (e.g. 4WD HI to 4WD LOW)
based on road conditions. To disconnect the stabilizer/sway bar, shift to 4WD
LOW and push the SWAY BAR switch to obtain the
off-road position Ú
page 131. The Sway Bar
Indicator Light will flash until the stabilizer/sway
bar has been fully disconnected.
NOTE:The stabilizer/sway bar may be torque locked due
to left and right suspension height differences.
This condition is due to driving surface differences
or vehicle loading. In order for the stabilizer/sway bar to disconnect/reconnect, the right and left
halves of the bar must be aligned. This alignment
may require that the vehicle be driven onto level
ground or rocked from side to side.
To return to on-road mode, push the SWAY BAR
switch again.
SELEC-TERRAIN — IF EQUIPPED
SELEC-TERRAIN MODE SELECTION
Selec-Terrain combines the capabilities of the
vehicle control systems, along with driver input, to
provide the best performance for all terrains. Tap
the toggle up or down to cycle through the
positions.
WARNING!
Ensure the stabilizer/sway bar is reconnected
before driving on hard surfaced roads or at
speeds above 18 mph (29 km/h); a
disconnected stabilizer/sway bar may contribute
to the loss of vehicle control, which could result
in serious injury. Under certain circumstances,
the front stabilizer/sway bar enhances vehicle
stability and assists with vehicle control. The
system monitors vehicle speed and will attempt
to reconnect the stabilizer/sway bar at speeds
over 18 mph (29 km/h). This is indicated by a
flashing or solid Sway Bar Indicator Light. Once
vehicle speed is reduced below 14 mph
(22 km/h), the system will once again attempt to
return to off-road mode.
WARNING!
If the stabilizer/sway bar will not return to
on-road mode, the Sway Bar Indicator Light will
flash in the instrument cluster and vehicle
stability may be reduced. Do not attempt to drive
the vehicle over 18 mph (29 km/h). Driving
faster than 18 mph (29 km/h) with a
disconnected stabilizer/sway bar may contribute
to the loss of vehicle control, which could result
in serious injury.

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NOTE:
The driver is always responsible for controlling
the vehicle, responsible for any surrounding
objects, and must intervene as required.
The system is designed to assist the driver and
not to substitute the driver.
During a semi-automatic maneuver, if the driver
touches the steering wheel after being
instructed to remove their hands from the
steering wheel, the system will cancel, and the
driver will be required to manually complete the
parking maneuver.
The system may not work in all conditions (e.g.
environmental conditions such as heavy rain,
snow, etc., or if searching for a parking space
that has surfaces that will absorb the ultrasonic
sensor waves).
New vehicles from the dealership must have at
least 30 miles (48 km) accumulated before the
ParkSense Active Park Assist system is fully cali -
brated and performs accurately. This is due to
the system’s dynamic vehicle calibration to
improve the performance of the feature. The
system will also continuously perform the
dynamic vehicle calibration to account for differ -
ences such as over or under inflated tires and
new tires.
ENABLING AND DISABLING THE
P
ARKSENSE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST
S
YSTEM
The ParkSense Active Park Assist system
can be enabled and disabled with the
ParkSense Active Park Assist switch,
located on the switch panel above the
Uconnect display.
To enable or disable the ParkSense Active Park
Assist system, push the ParkSense Active Park
Assist switch once (LED turns on). Pushing the
switch a second time will disable the system (LED
turns off).
The ParkSense Active Park Assist system will turn
off automatically for any of the following
conditions:
Parking maneuver is completed
Vehicle speed is greater than 18 mph
(30 km/h) when searching for a parking space
Vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (7 km/h) during active steering guidance into the parking
space
Steering wheel is touched during active steering
guidance into the parking space
ParkSense Front and Rear Park Assist switch is
pushed
Driver's door is opened
Rear liftgate is opened
Electronic Stability Control/Anti-Lock Braking
System intervention
The ParkSense Active Park Assist system allows a
maximum number of shifts between DRIVE and
REVERSE. If the maneuver cannot be completed
within the maximum amount of shifts, the system
will cancel and the instrument cluster display will
instruct the driver to complete the maneuver
manually.
The ParkSense Active Park Assist system will only
operate and search for a parking space when the
following conditions are present:
Gear selector is in DRIVE
Ignition is in the RUN position
ParkSense Active Park Assist switch is activated
Driver's door is closed
Rear liftgate is closed
Vehicle speed is less than 15 mph (25 km/h)
The outer surface and the underside of the front
and rear fascias/bumpers are clean and clear
of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other obstruction
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NOTE:
The Active Lane Management system operates
with similar behavior for a right lane departure.
If the turn signal is activated, and the vehicle
begins to depart the lane at the same time the
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system detects
another vehicle in the BSM zones, the system
will provide a haptic steering wheel vibration
and/or steering assist torque (if programmed in
Uconnect Settings).
CHANGING ACTIVE LANE MANAGEMENT
S
TATUS
Configurable settings for the Active Lane
Management system are available within the
Uconnect system Ú page 204.
Selectable Warning Types:
Vibration Only
Steering Assist Only
Vibration And Steering Assist
Other configurable settings for this system are for
the intensity of the vibration (high/med/low),
steering assist warning (hi/med/low), and the
warning zone sensitivity (early/medium/late).
NOTE:
The system will not apply vibration and/or
steering assist to the steering wheel whenever a
safety system engages (Anti-Lock Brakes, Trac -
tion Control System, Electronic Stability Control,
Forward Collision Warning, etc.).
The Blind Spot Monitoring system will be forced
on when the ALM system is enabled.
The ALM system will be suppressed when the
Active Driving Assist system (if equipped) is
engaged.
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA
Your vehicle is equipped with the ParkView Rear
Back Up Camera that allows you to see an
on-screen image of the rear surroundings of your
vehicle whenever the gear selector is put into
REVERSE. The image will be displayed on the
Uconnect display screen along with a caution note
to “Check Entire Surroundings” across the top of
the screen. After five seconds this note will
disappear. The ParkView camera is located on the
rear of the vehicle above the rear license plate.
When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE with
camera delay turned off, the rear camera mode is
exited and the previous screen appears. Manual Activation Of The Back Up Camera

1. Press the Vehicle button located on the
bottom of the Uconnect display and then
select the Controls menu.

2. Press the Back Up Camera icon to turn the Rear View Camera system on.
NOTE:The ParkView Rear Back Up Camera has program -
mable modes of operation that may be selected
through the Uconnect system Ú page 204.

When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE with
camera delay turned off, the rear camera mode is
exited and the previous screen appears. When the
vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE with camera delay
turned on, the camera image will continue to be
displayed for up to 10 seconds unless the following
conditions occur: the vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph
(13 km/h), the vehicle is shifted into PARK, the
vehicle’s ignition is placed in the OFF position, or the
touchscreen X button to disable the display of the
Rear View Camera is pressed.

When enabled, active guidelines are overlaid on
the image to illustrate the width of the vehicle and
its projected backup path based on the steering
wheel position. A dashed center line overlay
indicates the center of the vehicle to assist with
parking or aligning to a hitch/receiver. Different
colored zones indicate the distance to the rear of
the vehicle.

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SERVICE THE NIGHT VISION SYSTEM
When service conditions are present, the following
fault messages may appear in the instrument
cluster display when the vehicle is placed in the ON
position.
If "Night Vision Unavailable Sensor Blocked"
appears in the instrument cluster display, make
sure the camera is clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or
other debris. The camera is located in the upper
fascia/bumper, inside the driver side grille slot.
Clean the camera using a soft wet cloth or by
pressing the Clean Camera button in the Uconnect
system. If the message continues to appear after
cycling the ignition, see an authorized dealer.
If “Night Vision Temporarily Unavailable” or “Night
Vision Unavailable Service Required" appears in
the instrument cluster display after cycling the
ignition, see an authorized dealer.
The camera must be properly aligned to work
correctly. If the camera needs adjustment, see an
authorized dealer. Do not attempt to adjust the
camera yourself.
NOTE:Alignment and performance of the Night Vision
may be affected by aftermarket modifications.
Mopar® parts should be used to get the optimal
performance of this system.
NIGHT VISION SYSTEM LIMITATIONS
The Night Vision display is deactivated under the
following conditions:
Vehicle is shifted into REVERSE
The ignition is not in the ON/RUN position
The headlights are off and the vehicle speed is
greater than 8 mph (13 km/h)
The Night Vision display warnings are suppressed
under the following conditions:
Daylight hours
Temperatures above 86°F (30°C)
The system may not be fully functional in the
following situations:
On steep hills
On tight curves of the road
If the camera/sensor is damaged or blocked by
dirt, snow, ice, or other debris
In poor visibility conditions such as heavy fog,
rain, snow, or other weather conditions
If the vehicle has been modified with after -
market parts and/or accessories
NOTE:If any of these conditions are present, the system
does not need service.
WARNING!
Night Vision can only detect pedestrians and
animals located within the range of the
infrared camera.
Night Vision may not detect pedestrians or
animals and highlight them if:
They are not in an upright position, for
example if they are sitting or lying down, or
if the pedestrian is riding a bicycle
The figure in the display appears incom -
plete, for example because the pedes -
trian or animal is partially behind a vehicle
The pedestrian/animal is not directly
ahead in the coverage area
The pedestrian/animal is part of a group
The pedestrian is wearing certain types of
clothing
The pedestrian/animal is moving too
quickly through the field of view
The sensor is blocked by dirt, rain, snow,
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TOWING REQUIREMENTS
To promote proper break-in of the new vehicle
drivetrain components, the following guidelines
are recommended.
Perform the maintenance listed in the Scheduled
Servicing Ú
page 330. When towing a trailer,
never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings.
Towing Requirements — Tires
Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a
compact spare tire.
Do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h) when
towing while using a full size spare tire.
Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to
the safe and satisfactory operation of your
vehicle.
Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation
pressures before trailer usage.
Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire
damage before towing a trailer.
Replacing tires with a higher load carrying
capacity will not increase the vehicle's GVWR
and GAWR limits.
For further information Ú page 374.
CAUTION!
Do not tow a trailer at all during the first
500 miles (805 km) the new vehicle is driven.
The engine, axle or other parts could be
damaged.
Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that
a trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph
(80 km/h) and do not make starts at full
throttle. This helps the engine and other parts
of the vehicle wear in at the heavier loads.
WARNING!
Make certain that the load is secured in the
trailer and will not shift during travel. When
trailering cargo that is not fully secured,
dynamic load shifts can occur that may be
difficult for the driver to control. You could lose
control of your vehicle and have a collision.

When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not
overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can
cause a loss of control, poor performance or
damage to brakes, axle, engine, transmission,
steering, suspension, chassis structure or tires.

Safety chains must always be used between
your vehicle and trailer. Always connect the
chains to the hook retainers of the vehicle
hitch. Cross the chains under the trailer
tongue and allow enough slack for turning
corners.
Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on
a grade. When parking, apply the parking
brake on the tow vehicle. Put the tow vehicle
transmission in PARK (P). For four-wheel drive
vehicles, make sure the transfer case is not in
NEUTRAL (N). Always, block or "chock" the
trailer wheels.
GCWR must not be exceeded.
Total weight must be distributed between the
tow vehicle and the trailer such that the
following four ratings are not exceeded :
GVWR
GTW
WARNING!
GAWR
Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch
utilized
WARNING!

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If the vehicle is equipped with Quadra-Lift
air suspension, the engine should be
started and left running for a minimum of
60 seconds (with all the doors closed) at
least once every 24 hours. This process
allows the air suspension to adjust the
vehicle’s ride height to compensate for
temperature effects.
Engaging/disengaging of the Electric Park
Brake requires the ignition to be in the ON/
RUN position.
If shift conditions/interlocks are not met, a
“4WD Shift Canceled” or a “4WD Shift
Aborted/ Retry Shift” message will be
displayed on the instrument cluster. To reat -
tempt shift, put the transmission in
NEUTRAL (N) and push and hold the 4WD
LOW button.
If shift conditions/interlocks are not met, a
“To Complete 4WD Shift Put Transmission
In Neutral” or a “To Complete 4WD Shift
Speed Must Be Below 3 MPH” or a “To
Complete 4WD Shift Allow Engine To Return
To Idle” message will flash from the instru -
ment cluster display Ú page 98.
5. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, push and hold the recessed transfer case N
(NEUTRAL) button (located by the selector
switch) for more than four seconds. The light
behind the N symbol will blink, indicating shift in progress. The light will stop blinking (stay on
solid) when the shift to N (NEUTRAL) is
complete. A “Four Wheel Drive System In
Neutral” message will appear in the
instrument cluster.

N (NEUTRAL) Button

6. After the shift is complete and the N (NEUTRAL) light stays on, release the N
(NEUTRAL) button.
7. Shift the transmission into REVERSE or DRIVE.
8. Release the brake pedal for five seconds and ensure that there is no vehicle movement.
9. Press and hold the brake pedal. Shift the transmission back into NEUTRAL.
10. Apply the Electric Park Brake. 11. With the transmission and transfer case in N
(NEUTRAL), push and hold the ENGINE START/
STOP button until the engine turns off. Ensure
vehicle is in RUN position with the engine off.
12. Place the transmission gear selector in PARK. Release the brake pedal.
13. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle using a suitable tow bar.
14. Release the Electric Park Brake. Ensure vehicle is in RUN position with the engine off.
15. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button twice (without pressing the brake pedal), to turn the
ignition to the OFF position.
Shifting Out Of Transfer Case N (NEUTRAL)
Use the following procedure to prepare your
vehicle for normal use:

1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it connected to the tow vehicle.

2. Apply the Electric Park Brake.
3. Start the engine or for 4xe vehicles ensure the vehicle is in Ready to Drive mode, the READY
indicator will appear in the instrument cluster
display.

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OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS
Quadra-Lift — If Equipped
When off-roading, it is recommended that the
lowest useable vehicle height that will clear the
current obstacle or terrain be selected. The vehicle
height should then be raised as required by the
changes in terrain.
The Selec-Terrain switch will automatically change
the vehicle to the optimized height based on the
Selec-Terrain switch position. The vehicle height
can be changed from the default height for each
Selec-Terrain mode by normal use of the air
suspension switches Úpage 131.
When To Use 4WD LOW Range —
If Equipped
When off-road driving, shift to 4WD LOW for
additional traction. This range should be limited to
extreme situations such as deep snow, mud, or
sand where additional low speed pulling power is
needed. Vehicle speeds in excess of 25 mph
(40 km/h) should be avoided when in 4WD LOW
range.
Driving Through Water
Although your vehicle is capable of driving through
water, there are a number of precautions that
must be considered before entering the water.
NOTE:Your vehicle is capable of water fording in up to
24 inches (61 cm) with air suspension or
21 inches (53 cm) without air suspension, of water
while crossing small rivers or streams. To maintain
optimal performance of your vehicle's heating and
ventilation system it is recommended to switch the
system into recirculation mode during water
fording. Be sure to avoid lowering the vehicle in
water, ensure that the easy exit entry setting is
turned off in Uconnect settings. Driving through water more than a few inches/
centimeters deep will require extra caution to
ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.
If you must drive through water, try to determine
the depth and the bottom condition (and location
of any obstacles) prior to entering. Proceed with
caution and maintain a steady controlled speed
less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in deep water to
minimize wave effects.
Flowing Water
If the water is swift flowing and rising (as in storm
run-off), avoid crossing until the water level
recedes and/or the flow rate is reduced. If you
must cross flowing water avoid depths in excess of
9 inches (23 cm). The flowing water can erode the
streambed, causing your vehicle to sink into
deeper water. Determine exit point(s) that are
downstream of your entry point to allow for drifting.
WARNING!
Do not drive in 4WD LOW range on dry
pavement; driveline damage may result. 4WD
LOW range locks front and rear drivelines
together and does not allow for differential
action between the front to rear driveshafts.
Driving in 4WD LOW on pavement will cause
driveline binding; use only on wet or slippery
surfaces.
CAUTION!
When driving through water, do not exceed
5 mph (8 km/h). Always check water depth
before entering as a precaution, and check all
fluids afterward. Driving through water may
cause damage that may not be covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

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