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WARNING!(Continued)
• Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack.
• Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack.
• Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting thisvehicle during a tire change.
• If working on or near a roadway, be extremely careful of motor traffic.
• To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground.
• Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle:
• Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the
vehicle only enough to remove the tire.
• To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to
follow this warning may result in personal injury.
• A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts
and the spare tire in the places provided. Have the deflated (flat)
tire repaired or replaced immediately.
BATTERY LOCATION
• The battery in your vehicle is located under the passenger's front seat. Remote battery posts are located on the right side of the engine
compartment for jump-starting.
JUMP-STARTING
• If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using aset of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a
portable battery booster pack.
• Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack follow the
manufacturer’s operating instructions and precautions.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS
• If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, they are mounted in the frontand the rear.
NOTE: For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use both of the front
tow hooks to minimize the risk of damage to the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle stranded
off-road. Do not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway
towing. You could damage your vehicle. Tow straps are recommended
when towing the vehicle; chains may cause vehicle damage.
WARNING!
• Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury or death.
• Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks. Tow straps may become disengaged, causing serious injury.
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE
• If a malfunction occurs and theshift lever cannot be moved out of
the PARK position, you can use
the following procedure to
temporarily move the shift lever:
• To access the shift lever override, remove the rubber cupholder
liner to the right of the shift lever.
• Firmly set the parking brake.
• Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position without
starting the engine.
• Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
• Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold the override tab through the access port on the center console.
• Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
• The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
• Reinstall the override cover.
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLETowing ConditionWheels OFF
the Ground 2WD Models 4WD Models
Flat Tow NONE• Trans in
NEUTRAL
• 30 mph max(48 km/h)
• 15 miles (24 km) max
distance • Trans in
PARK
• T/case in NEUTRAL
•Towin forwarddirection
Wheel Lift or Dolly To w Front
NO
Rear OK
NO
Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD BEST METHOD
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine
Part Capacities
3.6L Engine MOPAR® Engine Coolant/ Antifreeze 5-Year/100,000 Mile
Formula or equivalent 10.4 Quarts
(9.9 Liters)
5.7 Liter Engine –
Without Trailer Tow
Package MOPAR® Engine Coolant/
Antifreeze 5-Year/100,000 Mile
Formula or equivalent 15.4 Quarts
(14.6 Liters)
5.7 Liter Engine – With
Trailer Tow Package. MOPAR® Engine Coolant/
Antifreeze 5-Year/100,000 Mile
Formula or equivalent 16 Quarts
(15.2 Liters)
6.4 Liter Engine MOPAR® Engine Coolant/ Antifreeze 5-Year/100,000 Mile
Formula or equivalent 16 Quarts
(15.2 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter
3.6L API certified 5W-30 engine oil,
meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard
MS-6395. Refer to your oil filler
cap for correct SAE grade. 6 Quarts
(5.6 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter
5.7L API certified 5W-20 engine oil,
meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard
MS-6395. Refer to your oil filler
cap for correct SAE grade. 7 Quarts
(6.6 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter
6.4L For best performance and
maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions,
the manufacturer only
recommends full synthetic
engine oils that meet the
American Petroleum Institute
(API) categories of SM or
SM/CF. The manufacturer
recommends the use of a full
synthetic SAE 0W-40 engine
oil or equivalent. 7 Quarts
(6.6 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter 3.6L,
5.7L, 6.4L MOPAR® Engine Oil Filter or
equivalent.
—
Spark Plug 3.6L RER8ZWYCB4 (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]) —
Spark Plug 5.7L LZFR5C–11G (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]) —
Spark Plug 6.4L LZTR6AP11EG (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]) —
Automatic Transmission MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid or
equivalent licensed ATF+4®
product. —
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MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000
169,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of ir-
regular wear, even if it occurs before scheduled
maintenance. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following:
dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the en-
gine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. XXX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
InspecttheCVjoints. XXXX
Inspecttheexhaustsystem. XXXXX
Inspect the transfer case fluid and change if
necessary. XXX
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped
with four wheel disc brakes. XXX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and
filter if using your vehicle for any of the follow-
ing: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if
necessary. XXXX
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and
boot seals, for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play;
replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner. X X X
Replace the air conditioning filter. XXXXXX
Replace the spark plugs (5.7L engine) XXX
Replace the spark plugs (3.6L engine) X
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SRT – MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following:
dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the en-
gine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. XXXX X
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. X X XXXX
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X
Inspect the exhaust system. X X X X
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped
with four wheel disc brakes. XX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and
filter if using your vehicle for any of the follow-
ing: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Inspect the accessory belt(s), replace if neces-
sary. X
Drain the transfer case and refill. X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and
boot seals, for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play;
replace if necessary. XXX XX
Replace the engine air cleaner. X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at
60 months if not done at 102,000 miles
(170,000 km). X• * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions
warranty.
• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for complete maintenance schedule.
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Integrated Power Module (fuses)
The integrated power module is located on the right side of the engine
compartment. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A
description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside
cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside
cover that corresponds to the following chart.
CavityCartridge
Fuse Mini Fuse Description
J01 40 Amp Green Air Suspension
J02 30 Amp Pink Power Liftgate Module
J03 30 Amp Pink Trailer Tow
J04 25 Amp Natural Driver Door Node
J05 25 Amp Natural Passenger Door Node
J06 40 Amp Green ABS Pump Feed/ESP
J07 30 Amp Pink ABS Valve Feed/ESP
J08 40 Amp Green Power Seat
J09 30 Amp Pink E-Brake
J10 30 Amp Pink Headlamp Wash Relay Contact
J11 30 Amp Pink DTCM
J13 60 Amp Yellow Streaming Video Module/
VES3 Module/VES2
Module/DISP/DVD
J14 20 Amp Blue Trailer Tow Lamps/Park Lamps
J15 40 Amp Green Rear Window Defroster
J17 40 Amp Green Starter Motor Solenoid Feed
J18 20 Amp Blue NGC/PCM Transmission Range
J19 60 Amp Yellow Rad Fan Motor HI/Rad Fan
Motor Low
J20 30 Amp Pink Front Wiper Ground
J21 20 Amp Blue Front Washer Control/Rear
Washer Control
J22 25 Amp Natural PWR Batt – Sunroof Mod
M1 15 Amp Blue Sw Stop Switch Lamp Feed
M2 20 Amp
Yellow ELSD/Air Suspension
M3 20 Amp
Yellow Liftgate Unlock/DRL Relay
M4 10 Amp Red Trailer Tow
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AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR®
• The following highlights just some of the many Authentic JeepAccessories by Mopar featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically
for your Jeep Grand Cherokee.
• In choosing Authentic Accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium protection, or extreme entertainment, you also benefit
from enhancing your vehicle with accessories that have been thoroughly
tested and factory-approved.
• For the full line of Authentic Jeep Accessories by Mopar, visit your local Jeep dealership or online at mopar.com.
EXTERIOR:
• Molded Running Boards • Chrome Front Air
Deflector • Molded Splash Guards
• Front End Cover • Skid Plates • Tow Hooks
• Wheels • Hitch Receiver • Chrome Accents
• Black Tubular Side Steps • Chrome Tubular Side
Steps
INTERIOR:
• Premium Carpet Floor Mats • Door Sill Guards • Molded Cargo Tray
• Slush Mats • Katzkin Leather Interiors• Bright Pedal Kit
• Heated Seats • Ambient Footwell Lighting
ELECTRONICS:
• Portable Navigation Systems • Uconnect™ Web
(WiFi) • Electronic Vehicle
Tracking System
• iPod® Adapter • Radio Upgrades • Park Distance Sensors
• Remote Start • Rear View Camera
CARRIERS:
• Hitch-mount Bike Carrier • Roof Box Cargo
Carrier • Roof Mount Bike
Carrier
• Roof Mount Ski and Snowboard Carrier • Roof Mount Water
Sports Carrier • Roof Top Cargo Basket
• Sport Utility Bars
iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc.
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
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Oil Change Indicator . . . . . . . 100
Oil Change Indicator, Reset . . . 100
OilPressureLight ..........99
Oil, EngineCapacity ..............119
Outlet Power ................82
Overheating, Engine ........101
PanicAlarm ..............10
Park Sense System, Rear . . . . . 36
Phone (Pairing) ...........72
Phone (Uconnect) ..........71
Placard, Tire and Loading
Information..............129
Power Glass Sunroof ...........38
Inverter ...............82
LiftGate ...............10
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical
Outlet) ................82
Seats .................20
Steering ............119,120
Tilt/Telescoping Steering
Column ...............26
Preparation for Jacking . . . . . . 104
Programmable Electronic
Features ..............79,95
Quadra-Lift ..............86
Quadra-Trac .............84
Radio Operation .........48,57
Rain Sensitive Wiper System . . . 29
Rear Camera .............36
RearCrossPath ...........37
RearHeatedSeats .........24
Rear Park Sense System ......36
RearSeat,Folding ..........23
Recreational Towing ........90
Shifting into Transfer Case
Neutral (N) .............90
Remote Starting System . .....12
Removal, Start/Stop Button . . 10,14
Replacement Bulbs .........131
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . 133
Restraints,Child ...........18 RollOverWarning ..........4
SeatBelts ...............16
Seats ..................20
Adjustment . . . . . ........22
Folding Front Passenger . . . . 22
Heated ................24
Lumbar Support . . . . . .....21
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Power ................20
RearFolding ............23
Ventilated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Seek Button . . . . . . . . . . . . 45,47
Selec-Terrain .............86
Setting the Clock . . . . 44,46,49,57
Shift Lever Override . . . . . . . . . 111
Short Message Service (SMS) . . 75
Signals,Turn .............29
SIRIUS Travel Link . . . . . . . . . . 69
SmartBeams . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . ....103
Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . ......119
Speed Control Accel/Decel ............30
Cancel ................30
Distance Setting (ACC Only) . . 31
Mode Setting (ACC Only) . . . . 31
Resume ...............32
Speed Control (Cruise
Control) ................30
Start/Stop Button Removal . . 10,14
Starting Remote . . . .............12
Steering TiltColumn .............26
Wheel, Heated . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Steering Wheel Audio
Controls ................70
Store Radio Presets . . . . . . . 45,47
SunRoof ................38
Supplemental Restraint System -
Airbag ..................17
Temperature Control,
Automatic(ATC)...........35
Temperature Gauge, Engine
Coolant ................101
TextMessaging ............75
INDEX
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Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . 16
TheftSystemArming ........16
TheftSystemDisarming ......16
TiltSteeringColumn ........26
TiresAirPressure ............129
Changing .............102
Jacking ...............102
Pressure Warning Light . . . . . 97
Spare Tire .............103
Tow Hooks, Emergency .......111
Tow/Haul ...............90
Towing .................89 24-Hour Towing Assistance . . 97
DisabledVehicle .........112
Recreational ............90
Towing Vehicle Behind a
Motorhome ..............90
Trailer Towing Trailer and Tongue Weight . . . 89
TrailerWeight ............89
Transfer Case Fluid ..............119,120
Transmission Fluid .................119 Turn Signals . . . .
..........29
Uconnect™ Phone . . . . . . . . . . 71
Uconnect™ Voice Command . . . 74
Ventilated Seats . . . . . . . ....24
Video Entertainment System™
(Rear Seat Video System) . . . . . 76
Voice Commands . . . . . . . . . . 74
WarningLights ............97
Warning,RollOver ..........4
Washer Rear .................30
Washers, Windshield . . . . . . . . 29
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care . . . 130
WindBuffeting ............41
Windshield Washers . . . . . . . . 29
Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . . 29
Wiper,Rear ..............30
Wipers, Intermittent . . . . . . . . 29
Wipers, Rain Sensitive . . . . . . . 29
INDEX
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