2023 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE transmission

90GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
NOTE:
Opening or closing the Hands-Free Liftgate
requires a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft
(1.5 m) of the liftgate handle. If a valid Passive
Entry key fob is not within 5 ft (1.5 m), the lift -
gate will not respond to any kicks.
The Hands-Free Liftgate feature may be turned
on or off through the Uconnect system
Ú page 204.
The Hands-Free Liftgate feature should be
turned off during jacking, tire changing, manual
car wash, and vehicle service.
The Hands-Free Liftgate feature can be acti -
vated by any metallic object making a similar
in-and-out motion under the rear fascia/
bumper, such as cleaning using a metal broom.
The Hands-Free Liftgate will only operate when
the transmission is in PARK.
If anything obstructs the Hands-Free Liftgate
while it is opening or closing, the liftgate will
automatically reverse to the closed/open posi -
tion, provided it meets sufficient resistance.
There are pinch sensors attached to the side of
the liftgate opening. Light pressure anywhere
along these strips will cause the liftgate to
return to the open position.
If the power liftgate encounters multiple
obstructions within the same cycle, the system
will automatically stop. If this occurs, the liftgate
must be operated manually.
The power liftgate will release, but not power
open, in temperatures below −12°F (−24°C).
Be sure to remove any buildup of snow or ice
from the liftgate before opening the liftgate.
If the liftgate is left open for an extended period
of time (approximately one hour), the liftgate
may need to be closed manually to reset power
liftgate functionality. Gas props support the liftgate in the open position.
However, because the gas pressure drops with
temperature, it may be necessary to assist the
props when opening the liftgate in cold weather.
NOTE:Allow the power system to open the liftgate.
Manually pushing or pulling the liftgate may
activate the liftgate obstacle detection feature and
stop the power operation or reverse its direction.
CARGO AREA FEATURES
Cargo Storage
The load floor is designed for a maximum load of
300 lb (136 kg).
If equipped, there may be a removable storage bin
located on the left side of the rear cargo area.
WARNING!
Driving with the liftgate open can allow
poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle.
You and your passengers could be injured by
these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when
you are operating the vehicle.
If you are required to drive with the liftgate
open, make sure that all windows are closed,
and the climate control blower switch is set at
high speed. Do not use the recirculation
mode.
WARNING!
During power operation, personal injury or cargo
damage may occur. Ensure the liftgate travel
path is clear. Make sure the liftgate is closed
and latched before driving away.

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Unstored Messages Until RUN
These messages deal primarily with the Remote
Start feature. This message type is displayed
until the ignition is in the RUN state. Examples of
this message type are “Remote Start Canceled - Door Ajar” and “Press Brake Pedal and Push
Button to Start”.
Five Second Unstored Messages

When the appropriate conditions occur, this
type of message takes control of the main display area for five seconds and then returns to
the previous screen. An example of this
message type is “Automatic High Beams On”.
Includes the following, but not limited to:
The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the white or yellow telltales area on the left, and the green or red telltales area on the right. Vehicle Speed is Too High to Shift to R
Front Seat Belts UnbuckledDriver Seat Belt Unbuckled
Doors Open Passenger Seat Belt UnbuckledTraction Control Off
Vehicle Speed Too High To Shift to D Washer Fluid LowOil Pressure Low
Hood Open Oil Change DueFuel Low
Shift Not Allowed Service Anti-lock Brake SystemService Electronic Throttle Control
Service Shifter Service Power SteeringCruise Off
Vehicle Speed is Too High to Shift to P Cruise ReadyACC Override
Service Transmission Cruise Set To XXX mph or km/hClose Fuel Door
Liftgate Open Vehicle Not In ParkService Tire Pressure System
Door Open Park Brake EngagedBrake Fluid Low
Service Air Bag Warning Light Lights OnEngine Temperature Hot
Remote Start Disabled Start To Reset Right Front Turn Signal Light OutRight Rear Turn Signal Light Out
Service Air Bag System Left Front Turn Signal Light OutLeft Rear Turn Signal Light Out
Remote Start Canceled Liftgate Open Ignition OnCheck The Rear Seat
Remote Start Canceled Time Expired Remote Start Active Push Start ButtonRemote Start Canceled Fuel Low
Remote Start Canceled Hood Open Remote Start Canceled Door Open

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY MENU
I
TEMS
The instrument cluster display can be used to view
the main menu items for several features. Use the
up and down arrow buttons to scroll through
the driver interactive display menu options until
the desired menu is reached.
NOTE:Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature
settings may vary.
Main Menu
DRIVER INFO
Push and release the up or down arrow
button until the Drive menu title is displayed in the
instrument cluster display.
Speedometer
Push and release the up or down arrow
button until the Speedometer menu title is
displayed in the instrument cluster display. Push
and release the OK button to toggle units (mph or
km/h) of the speedometer. Hold the OK button to
toggle between Analog and Digital speedometer. Night Vision — If Equipped
While viewing the Speedometer menu
title, push and release the left or
right arrow button until the Night
Vision menu title is displayed in the instrument
cluster display. Pedestrian/Animal icons will be
displayed in the top left location Ú page 177.
Driver Assist — If Equipped
While viewing the Speedometer menu title, push
and release the left or right arrow button
until the Driver Assist menu title is displayed in the
instrument cluster display. The Driver Assist
screen indicates the current status of ACC, Active
Lane Management and Active Driving Assist/
Assist+/Pilot. Push and release the OK button
again to change between Zoomed In and Zoomed
Out view (“Press OK to Zoom In” will display when
in Zoomed Out view/“Press OK to Zoom Out” will
display when in Zoomed In view).
VEHICLE INFO
Push and release the up or down arrow
button until the Vehicle Info title is highlighted in
the instrument cluster display. Push the left or
right arrow button to scroll through the
information submenus. Fuel Economy

Average Fuel Economy
Current Fuel Economy
Range To Empty
Press the OK button to reset the average fuel
economy
NOTE:The Range feature is not able to be reset through
the instrument cluster display controls.
Gauge Summary
Coolant Temperature — If Equipped
Displays the current temperature of the coolant.
Transmission Temperature
Displays the actual transmission temperature.
Oil Temperature
Displays the actual oil temperature.
Oil Pressure
Displays the actual oil pressure.
Battery Voltage
Displays the current voltage level of the battery.
Oil Life
Displays the current oil life of the vehicle.
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applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light does
not illuminate, have the light inspected by an
authorized dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake
is applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN
position.
NOTE:This light shows only that the parking brake is
applied. It does not show the degree of brake appli -
cation.
Battery Charge Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the
battery is not charging properly. If it stays
on while the engine is running, there may
be a malfunction with the charging
system. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
This indicates a possible problem with the
electrical system or a related component.
Door Open Warning Light
This indicator will illuminate when a door
is ajar/open and not fully closed.
NOTE:If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single
chime.
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault
Warning Light
This warning light will turn on when
there's a fault with the EPS system
Ú page 139.
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning
Light
This warning light will illuminate to
indicate a problem with the ETC system.
If a problem is detected while the vehicle
is running, the light will either stay on or
flash depending on the nature of the problem.
Cycle the ignition when the vehicle is safely and
completely stopped and the transmission is placed
in the PARK position. The light should turn off. If
the light remains on with the vehicle running, your
vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an
authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
NOTE:This light may turn on if the accelerator and brake
pedals are pressed at the same time.
If the light continues to flash when the vehicle is
running, immediate service is required and you
may experience reduced performance, an
elevated/rough idle, or engine stall 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.
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
Light
This warning light warns of an
overheated engine condition. If the
engine coolant temperature is too high,
this indicator will illuminate and a single
chime will sound. If the temperature reaches the
upper limit, a continuous chime will sound for four
minutes or until the engine is able to cool;
whichever comes first.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over
and stop the vehicle. If the Air Conditioning (A/C)
system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission
into NEUTRAL (N) and idle the vehicle. If the
temperature reading does not return to normal,
turn the engine off immediately and call for service
Ú page 322.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced assist could
pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service
should be obtained as soon as possible.
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Hood Open Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the
hood is left open and not fully closed.
NOTE:If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single
chime.
Liftgate Open Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the
liftgate is open.
NOTE:If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single
chime.
Night Vision Animal Warning Light
The Night Vision Animal Warning Light
will illuminate in red when an animal is
detected directly in the vehicle’s path,
near the headlights, and a collision is
possible Ú page 177.
If enabled, a chime will sound and a video pop-up
may display when a detection occurs.
Night Vision Pedestrian Warning Light
The Night Vision Pedestrian Warning
Light will illuminate in red when a
pedestrian is detected directly in the
vehicle’s path, near the headlights, and a
collision is possible Ú page 177. If enabled, a chime will sound and a video pop-up
may display when a detection occurs.
Oil Pressure Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to
indicate low engine oil pressure. If the
light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle, shut off the engine as soon as
possible, and contact an authorized dealer. 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.
Oil Temperature Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to
indicate the engine oil temperature is
high. If the light turns on while driving,
stop the vehicle and shut off the engine
as soon as possible. Wait for oil temperature to
return to normal levels.
Rear Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light —
If Equipped
This light indicates when a rear seat belt
is unbuckled in the second row. When
the ignition is first placed in the ON/RUN
position, and if a seat belt in the second
row is unbuckled, a light corresponding to the
specific seat will turn on in the upper right portion of the instrument cluster display, momentarily
replacing the configurable corner information. If a
second row seat belt that was buckled at the start
of the trip is unbuckled, the Rear Seat Belt
Reminder Light will change from the buckled to the
unbuckled symbol, and a chime will sound
Ú
page 269.
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
This warning light indicates when the
driver or passenger seat belt is
unbuckled. When the ignition is first
placed in the ON/RUN position and if the
driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound
and the light will turn on. When driving, if the driver
or front passenger seat belt remains unbuckled,
the Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on
continuously and a chime will sound Ú page 269.

Transmission Temperature Warning Light —
If Equipped

This warning light will illuminate to warn
of a high transmission fluid temperature.
This may occur with strenuous usage
such as trailer towing. If this light turns
on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or
slightly faster, with the transmission in PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N), until the light turns off. Once the light
turns off, you may continue to drive normally.

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Vehicle Security Warning Light —
If Equipped

This light will flash at a fast rate for
approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle
security system is arming, and then will flash
slowly until the vehicle is disarmed.

YELLOW WARNING LIGHTS
Active Driving Assist - Driver
Inattentiveness Warning Light
This light illuminates when driver
inattentiveness has been detected,
warning the driver to place their hands on
the steering wheel.
Active Driving Assist Fault Warning Light
This light will turn on when the Active
Driving Assist system has detected a
fault.
Air Suspension Fault Warning Light
This light will illuminate when there is a
fault detected in the air suspension
system.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

This warning light monitors the ABS. The
light will turn on when the ignition is
placed in the ON/RUN or position and
may stay on for as long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while
driving, then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake
system is not functioning and service is required as
soon as possible. However, the conventional brake
system will continue to operate normally,
assuming the Brake Warning Light is not also on.
If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition
is placed in the ON/RUN position, have the brake
system inspected by an authorized dealer.
Electric Park Brake Fault Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to
indicate the Electric Park Brake is not
functioning properly and service is
required. Contact an authorized dealer.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active
Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light will indicate when the
ESC system is Active. The ESC Indicator
Light in the instrument cluster will come
on when the ignition is placed in the ON/
RUN position, and when ESC is activated. It should
go out with the engine running. If the ESC Indicator
Light comes on continuously with the engine
running, a malfunction has been detected in the
ESC system. If this warning light remains on after
several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been
driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater
than 30 mph (48 km/h), see an authorized dealer
as soon as possible to have the problem
diagnosed and corrected.
The ESC OFF Indicator Light and the ESC Indi -
cator Light come on momentarily each time the
ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position.
The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking
sounds when it is active. This is normal; the
sounds will stop when ESC becomes inactive.
This light will come on when the vehicle is in an
ESC event.
WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when the
Transmission Temperature Warning Light is
illuminated you could cause the fluid to boil over,
come in contact with hot engine or exhaust
components and cause a fire.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission
Temperature Warning Light illuminated will
eventually cause severe transmission damage
or transmission failure.
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF
Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light indicates the ESC is off.
Each time the ignition is turned to ON/
RUN, the ESC system will be on, even if it
was turned off previously.
Service Active Lane Management Warning
Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate when the
Active Lane Management system is not
operating and requires service. Please
see an authorized dealer.
Active Lane Management Warning Light —
If Equipped
The Active Lane Management Warning
Light will be solid yellow when the vehicle
is approaching a lane marker. The
warning light will flash when the vehicle is
crossing the lane marker Ú page 171.
Fuel Level Sensor Failure Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate along
with a dedicated message on the display
if a problem is detected with the Fuel
Level Sensor. If this light comes on see
an authorized dealer immediately.
Low Fuel Warning Light
When the fuel level reaches
approximately 2 gal (7.5 L), this light will
turn on and a chime will sound. The light
will remain on until fuel is added.
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light —
If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate when the
windshield washer fluid is low
Ú page 337.
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator
Warning Light (MIL)
The Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) is a part of an Onboard
Diagnostic System called OBD II that
monitors engine and automatic
transmission control systems. This warning light
will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON/RUN
position before engine start. If the bulb does not
come on when turning the ignition switch from OFF
to ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly.
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas
cap, poor quality fuel, etc., may illuminate the light
after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if
the light stays on through several typical driving
styles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive
normally and will not require towing. When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to
alert serious conditions that could lead to
immediate loss of power or severe catalytic
converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced
by an authorized dealer as soon as possible if this
occurs.
WARNING!
A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as
previously referenced, can reach higher
temperatures than in normal operating
conditions. This can cause a fire if you drive
slowly or park over flammable substances such
as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could
result in death or serious injury to the driver,
occupants or others.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the
vehicle control system. It also could affect fuel
economy and driveability. If the MIL is flashing,
severe catalytic converter damage and power
loss will soon occur. Immediate service is
required.

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Selec-Speed Control Indicator Light —
If Equipped
This light will turn on when Selec-Speed
Control is activated.
To activate Selec-Speed Control, assure
the vehicle is 4WD Low and push the button on the
Instrument Panel Ú page 134.
NOTE:If the vehicle is not in 4WD Low, “To Enter
Selec-Speed Shift to 4WD Low” will appear in the
instrument cluster display.
BLUE INDICATOR LIGHTS
High Beam Indicator Light
This indicator light will illuminate to
indicate that the high beam headlights
are on. With the low beams activated,
push the multifunction lever forward
(toward the front of the vehicle) to turn on the high
beams. Pull the multifunction lever rearward
(toward the rear of the vehicle) to turn off the high
beams. If the high beams are off, pull the lever
toward you for a temporary high beam on, “flash to
pass” scenario.
GRAY INDICATOR LIGHTS
Night Vision Suppressed Indicator Light —
If Equipped
This light alerts the driver that the Night
Vision Warning System status is
Suppressed Ú page 177.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated
Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II. This
system monitors the performance of the
emissions, engine, and transmission control
systems. When these systems are operating
properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine
emissions well within current government
regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II
system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL). It will also store diagnostic codes and other
information to assist your service technician in
making repairs. Although your vehicle will usually
be driveable and not need towing, see an
authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM
(OBD II) C
YBERSECURITY
Your vehicle is required to have OBD II and a
connection port to allow access to information
related to the performance of your emissions
controls. Authorized service technicians may need
to access this information to assist with the
diagnosis and service of your vehicle and
emissions system Ú page 203.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control
system. It could also affect fuel economy and
driveability. The vehicle must be serviced
before any emissions tests can be performed.
If the MIL is flashing while the vehicle is
running, severe catalytic converter damage
and power loss will soon occur. Immediate
service is required.3

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