changing JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2012 Owner handbook (in English)

The BSM system will not alert you of objects
that are traveling in the opposite direction of the
vehicle in adjacent lanes.WARNING!
The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an
aid to help detect objects in the blind spot
zones. The BSM system is not designed to
detect pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals.
Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM
system, always check your vehicles mirrors,
glance over your shoulder, and use your turn
signal before changing lanes. Failure to do so
can result in serious injury or death.
Rear Cross PathThe Rear Cross Path (RCP) feature is intended
to aid the driver when backing out of parking
spaces where their vision of oncoming vehicles
may be blocked. Proceed slowly and cau-
tiously out of the parking space until the rear
end of the vehicle is exposed. The RCP system
will then have a clear view of the cross traffic
and if an oncoming vehicle is detected, alert
the driver.RCP monitors the rear detection zones on both
sides of the vehicle, for objects that are moving
toward the side of the vehicle with a minimum
speed of approximately 1 to 2 mph (1 km/h to
3 km/h), to objects moving a maximum of
approximately 10 mph (16 km/h), such as in
parking lot situations.
NOTE:
In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles
can be obscured by vehicles parked on
either side. If the sensors are blocked by
other structures or vehicles, the system will
not be able to alert the driver.Opposing Traffic
RCP Detection Zones
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VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED
Voice Command System Operation
This Voice Command system al-
lows you to control your AM, FM
radio, disc player, and a memo
recorder.
NOTE:
Take care to speak into the Voice Interface
System as calmly and normally as possible.
The ability of the Voice Interface System to
recognize user voice commands may be
negatively affected by rapid speaking or a
raised voice level.
WARNING!
Any voice commanded system should be
used only in safe driving conditions following
local laws. All attention should be kept on the
roadway ahead. Failure to do so may result in
a collision causing serious injury or death. When you press the Voice Command
button, you will hear a beep. The beep is your
signal to give a command.
NOTE:
If you do not say a command within a few
seconds, the system will present you with a
list of options.
If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it
lists options, press the Voice Command
button, listen for the beep, and say your com-
mand.
Pressing the Voice Command
button
while the system is speaking is known as
“barging in.” The system will be interrupted,
and after the beep, you can add or change
commands. This will become helpful once you
start to learn the options.
NOTE:
At any time, you can say the words “Can-
cel”, “Help” or “Main Menu”.
These commands are universal and can be
used from any menu. All other commands can
be used depending upon the active applica-
tion. When using this system, you should speak
clearly and at a normal speaking volume.
The system will best recognize your speech if
the windows are closed, and the heater/air
conditioning fan is set to low.
At any point, if the system does not recognize
one of your commands, you will be prompted to
repeat it.
To hear the first available Menu, press the Voice
Command
button and say “Help” or
“Main Menu”.
CommandsThe Voice Command system understands two
types of commands. Universal commands are
available at all times. Local commands are
available if the supported radio mode is active.
Changing The Volume
1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Com-
mand
button.
2. Say a command (e.g., “Help”).
3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to
adjust the volume to a comfortable level while
the Voice Command system is speaking.
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The set speed will continue to display in
place of the odometer reading when
changing the EVIC display while ACC is
set.
The ACC screen will display once again if any
ACC activity occurs, which may include any of
the following: •Set Speed Change
• Distance Setting Change
• System Cancel
• Driver Override
• System Off •
ACC Proximity Warning
• ACC Unavailable Warning
The EVIC will return to the last display
selected after five seconds of no ACC
display activity.
Display Warnings And Maintenance
“Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”
Warning
The ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of
Vehicle” warning will display when conditions
temporarily limit system performance. This
most often occurs at times of poor visibility,
such as in snow or heavy rain. The ACC system
may also become temporarily blinded due to
obstructions, such as mud, dirt or ice. In these
cases, the EVIC will display “Clean Radar Sen-
sor In Front Of Vehicle” and the system will
deactivate.
The “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”
message can sometimes be displayed while
driving in highly reflective areas (i.e. tunnels
with reflective tiles, or ice and snow). The ACC
system will recover after the vehicle has left
these areas. Under rare conditions, when the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in
its path this warning may temporarily occur.
NOTE:
If the ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of
Vehicle” warning is active Normal (Fixed
Speed) Cruise Control is still available. For
additional information refer to “Normal (Fixed
Speed) Cruise Control Mode” in this section.
If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver
should examine the sensor. It may require
cleaning or removal of an obstruction. The
sensor is located in the center of the vehicle
behind the lower grille.
Example Only
Clean Radar Sensor Warning
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ACC may occasionally provide braking and/or
a driver alert that you consider unnecessary.
This may be the systems response to signs,
guardrails, and other stationary objects in a
curve. This may also occur at the base of steep
hills. This is normal operation and your vehicle
does not require service.Using ACC On Hills
When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a
vehicle in your lane. Depending on the speed,
vehicle load, traffic conditions, and the steep-
ness of the hills, ACC performance may be
limited.
Lane Changing
ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is com-
pletely in the lane in which you are traveling. In
the illustration shown, ACC has not yet de-
tected the vehicle changing lanes and it may
not detect the vehicle until it’s too late for the
ACC system to take action. ACC will not detect
a vehicle until it is completely in the lane. There
will not be sufficient distance to the lane-
changing vehicle. Always be attentive and
ready to apply the brakes if necessary.
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Narrow Vehicles
Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer
edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not
detected until they have moved fully into the
lane. There will not be sufficient distance to the
vehicle ahead.
Stationary Objects And Vehicles
ACC does not react to stationary objects and
stationary vehicles. For example, ACC will not
react in situations where the vehicle you are
following exits your lane and the vehicle ahead
is stopped in your lane. Always be attentive and
ready to apply the brakes if necessary.
Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise
Control Mode
In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, a
normal (fixed speed) Cruise Control mode is
available for cruising at fixed speeds. The
normal Cruise Control mode is designed to
maintain a set cruising speed without requiring
the driver to operate the accelerator. Cruise
Control can only be operated if the vehicle
speed is above 18 mph (30 km/h).
To change between the different cruise modes,
press the MODE button when the system is in
either the OFF, READY or SET state. Pressing of
the MODE button in any state will result in
changing to the new Mode in the OFF state.
WARNING!
In the normal Cruise Control mode, the sys-
tem will not react to vehicles ahead. In addi-
tion, the proximity warning does not activate
and no alarm will sound even if you are too
close to the vehicle ahead since neither the
presence of the vehicle ahead nor the vehicle-
to-vehicle distance is detected. Be sure to
maintain a safe distance between your vehicle
and the vehicle ahead. Always be aware
which mode is selected.
To Set A Desired Speed
When the vehicle reaches the speed desired,
press the SET -button and release. The EVIC
will display the set speed.
NOTE:
You must observe the display when setting
or changing speed, not the speedometer.
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WARNING!
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not in-
tended to avoid a collision on its own, nor can
FCW detect every type of potential collision.
The driver has the responsibility to avoid a
collision by controlling the vehicle via braking
and steering. Failure to follow this warning
could lead to serious injury or death.
Changing FCW Status
The FCW feature can be set to far, set to near or
turned off in the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information. The
FCW Status Off, Near or Far will be displayed in
the EVIC.
FCW settings can only be changed when the
vehicle is in PARK. The default status of FCW is the “Far” setting,
this allows the system to warn you of a possible
collision with the vehicle in front of you when
you are farther away. This gives you the most
reaction time.
Changing the FCW status to the “Near” setting,
allows the system to warn you of a possible
collision with the vehicle in front of you when
you are much closer. This setting provides less
reaction time than the “Far” setting, which al-
lows for a more dynamic driving experience.
Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the
system from warning you of a possible collision
with the vehicle in front of you.
Example Only
Example Only
Example Only
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trol (ACC)” in “Understanding The Features
Of Your Vehicle” (if equipped).
• Distance Set — After changing the desired
following distance in the ACC system, this
message will display momentarily. Refer to
“Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Under-
standing The Features Of Your Vehicle” (if
equipped).
• Brake — If the ACC system predicts that its
maximum braking level is not sufficient to
maintain the set distance, this message will
flash and a chime will sound while ACC
continues to apply its maximum braking ca-
pacity. When this occurs, you should imme-
diately apply the brakes as needed to main-
tain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.
Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in
“Understanding The Features Of Your Ve-
hicle” (if equipped).
• Clean Radar Sensor in the Front of Vehicle —
If the ACC system deactivates due to perfor-
mance limiting conditions. Refer to “Adap-
tive Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Understanding
The Features Of Your Vehicle” (if equipped). •
ACC/FCW Unavailable Vehicle System Error
— If the ACC system turns off due to a
temporary malfunction that limits functional-
ity. Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)”
in “Understanding The Features Of Your Ve-
hicle” (if equipped).
• ACC/FCW Unavailable Service Radar Sen-
sor — If the ACC system turns off due to an
internal system fault that requires service
from an authorized dealer. Refer to “Adaptive
Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Understanding
The Features Of Your Vehicle” (if equipped).
• Coolant Low
• Service Air Suspension System
• Oil Change Due
• Key In Ignition
• Lights On
• Key In Ignition Lights On
• Ignition Or Accessory On
• Ignition Or Accessory On. Lights On
• Turn Signal On
• Park Assist On •
Warning Object Detected
• Memory 1 Profile Set
• Memory 2 Profile Set
• Memory System Unavailable — Not in Park
• Memory System Unavailable — Seatbelt
buckled
• Memory 1 Profile Recall
• Memory 2 Profile Recall
• Press Brake Pedal And Push Button To Start
• Wrong Key
• Damaged Key
• Key Not Programmed
• Function Currently Unavailable — Power Lift-
gate
• Unlock To Operate — Power Liftgate
• Put In Park To Operate — Power Liftgate
• Automatic High Beams On
• Automatic High Beams Off
• Service Four Wheel Drive System
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NOTE:
Significant changes in driving style or ve-
hicle loading will greatly affect the actual
drivable distance of the vehicle, regardless
of the DTE displayed value.
When the DTE value is less than 30 miles
(48 km) estimated driving distance, the DTE
display will change to a “LOW FUEL” message.
This display will continue until the vehicle runs
out of fuel. Adding a significant amount of fuel
to the vehicle will turn off the “LOW FUEL”
message and a new DTE value will display.
Miles Per Gallon (MPG) Or 100L/Km
This display shows the instantaneous MPG or
100L/Km in bar graph form while driving. This
will monitor the gas mileage in real-time as you
drive and can be used to modify driving habits
in order to increase fuel economy.Adaptive Cruise ControlPress and release the UP or DOWN button until
ACC(if equipped with Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol) is highlighted in the EVIC. Status of the
ACC is displayed in the menu line also. Press
and release the SELECT (right arrow) button to
display the following information:
• If equipped with ACC, one of several mes-
sages will be displayed giving a dynamic
update of the status of the feature as the
driver changes feature status or following
conditions change. If ACC is active and a
warning or other feature is in the EVIC main
display, the ACC status will be displayed in
place of the EVIC odometer line.
Press and release the BACK button to return to
the main menu.
Vehicle SpeedPress and release the UP or DOWN button until
“Vehicle Speed” displays highlighted in the
EVIC and press the SELECT button. Press the
SELECT button to display the current speed in
mph or km/h. Pressing the SELECT button a
second time will toggle the unit of measure
between mph or km/h. NOTE:
Changing the unit of measure in the Vehicle
Speed menu will not change the unit of
measure in the EVIC.
Trip InfoPress and release the UP or DOWN button until
“Trip Info” displays highlighted in the EVIC and
press the SELECT button. Press and release
the UP/DOWN buttons until one of the following
Trip functions displays in the EVIC:
•
Trip A
• Trip B
• Elapsed Time
Trip A
Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A
since the last reset.
Trip B
Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B
since the last reset.
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14. MODE – Press to change the mode of the
selected channel. See the Mode Selection sec-
tion of this manual for details on changing
modes.
15. SETUP – When in a video mode, press the
SETUP button to access the display settings
(see the display settings section) to access the
DVD setup menu, select the menu button on
the radio. When a disc is loaded in the DVD
player (if equipped) and the VES™ mode is
selected and the disc is stopped, press the
SETUP button to access the DVD Setup menu.
(see the DVD Setup Menu of this manual.)
16. BACK – When navigating in menu mode,
press to return to the previous screen. When
navigating a DVDs disc menu, the operation
depends on the disc’s contents.
17. – In radio modes, press to seek to the
previous tunable station. In disc modes, press
and hold to fast rewind through the current
audio track or video chapter. In menu modes
use to navigate in the menu. 18. ENTER – Press to select the highlighted
option in a menu.
19.
/ NEXT – In radio modes, press to select
to the next station. In disc modes, press to
advance to the next audio track or video chap-
ter. In menu modes, use to navigate in the
menu.
Remote Control StorageThe video screen(s) come with a built in stor-
age compartment for the remote control which
is accessible when the screen is opened. To
remove the remote, use your index finger to pull
and rotate the remote towards you. Do not try to
pull the remote straight down as it will be very
difficult to remove. To return the remote back
into its storage area, insert one long edge of the
remote into the two retaining clips first, and
then rotate the remote back up into the other
two retaining clips until it snaps back into
position.
Locking The Remote ControlAll remote control functionality can be disabled
as a parental control feature.
• To disable the Remote Control from making
any changes, press the Video Lock button
add follow the radio’s instructions (select
menu, rear ves, lock). If the vehicle is not
equipped with a DVD player, follow the ra-
dio’s instructions to turn Video Lock on. The
radio and the video screen(s) indicate when
Video Lock is active.
The Remote Control Storage
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•Pressing the Video Lock again or turning the
ignition OFF turns Video Lock OFF and al-
lows remote control operation of the VES™.
Replacing The BatteriesThe remote control requires two AAA batteries
for operation. To replace the batteries:
•Locate the battery compartment on the back
of the remote, then slide the battery cover
downward.
• Replace the batteries, making sure to orient
them according to the polarity diagram
shown.
• Replace the battery compartment cover.
Headphones OperationThe headphones receive two separate chan-
nels of audio using an infrared transmitter from
the video screen.
Front seat occupants receive some headphone
audio coverage to allow them to adjust the
headphone volume for the young rear seat
occupants that may not be able to do so for
themselves. If no audio is heard after increasing the volume
control, verify that the screen is turned on and
in the down position and that the channel is not
muted and the headphone channel selector
switch is on the desired channel. If audio is still
not heard, check that fully charged batteries
are installed in the headphones.
ControlsThe headphone power indicator and controls
are located on the right ear cup.NOTE:
The rear video system must be turned on
before sound can be heard from the head-
phones. To conserve battery life, the head-
phones will automatically turn off approxi-
mately three minutes after the rear video
system is turned off.
Changing the Audio Mode for Headphones
1. Ensure the Remote Control channel/screen
selector switch is in the same position as the
headphone selector switch. .
NOTE:
•
When both switches are on Channel 1, the
Remote is controlling Channel 1 and the
headphones are tuned to the audio of the
VES™ Channel 1.
• When both switches are on Channel 2, the
Remote is controlling Channel 2 and the
headphones are tuned to the audio of the
VES™ Channel 2.
2. Press the MODE button on the remote con-
trol.
3. If the video screen is displaying a video
source (such as a DVD Video), pressing STA-
1. Volume Control
2. Power Button
3. Channel Selection Switch
4. Power Indicator
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