remote start JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2012 WK2 / 4.G User Guide

INTRODUCTION/WELCOMEWelcome From Chrysler Group
LLC.....................3
CONTROLS AT A GLANCEDriver Cockpit..............6
Instrument Cluster ............8
GETTING STARTEDKeyFob ................. 10
Remote Start...............12
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ ..........13
Theft Alarm ............... 16
Seat Belt ................. 16
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) — Air Bags ............17
Child Restraints .............18
FrontSeats ...............20
RearSeats................23
Heated/Ventilated Seats .......24
Heated Steering Wheel ........25
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column..26
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEEngine Break-In
Recommendations...........27
Headlight Switch ............28
Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High
Beam Lever ...............29
Auto Dimming Mirrors ........30
Speed Control .............30
Electronic Range Selection (ERS)..34
Manual Climate Controls .......35
Automatic Temperature Controls
(ATC) ..................35
Parksense® Rear Park Assist .....36
Parkview® Rear Back-Up Camera . . 36
Blind Spot Monitoring .........37
Liftgate Flipper Glass .........37
Power Sunroof .............38
Wind Buffeting ............. 41
ELECTRONICSYour Vehicle's Sound System ....42
Media Center 130 (Sales Code
RES) ...................44
Media Center 130 With Satellite
Radio (Sales Code RES + RSC) . . . 46
Media Center 430/430N (Sales
Code RBZ/RHB) ............48
Media Center 730N (Sales
Code RHR) ...............57
Sirius XM™ Satellite Radio/Travel
Link ....................67
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . . 70
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control .......70Uconnect™ Phone
............71
Uconnect™ Voice Command .....74
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio .....76
Video Entertainment
System (VES)™ .............76
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) .............78
Programmable Features .......79
Universal Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink®) ..............79
PowerInverter .............82
Power Outlets .............82
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIESQuadra-Trac I® Four-Wheel Drive . . 84
Quadra-Trac II®/Quadra-Drive II®
Four-Wheel Drive ...........84
Hill Start Assist/Hill Descent
Control ..................88
UTILITYTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum
Trailer Weight Ratings) ........89
Tow/Haul Mode ............90
Recreational Towing (Behind
Motorhome, Etc.) ...........90
SRT8AutoStick®................93
Selec-Track™ ..............94
Performance Features ........95
Summer/Three-Season Tires .....96
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES24-Hour Towing Assistance.....97
Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights ..................97
If Your Engine Overheats .......101
Jacking And Tire Changing .....102
Battery Location ............108
Jump-Starting .............108
Emergency Tow Hooks ........ 111
Shift Lever Override .......... 111
Towing A Disabled Vehicle ......112
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .....113
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLEOpening The Hood..........114
Fuel Door Release ...........114
Engine Compartment .........116
Fluids And Capacities .........119
Maintenance Chart ..........121
Fuses ...................126
TirePressures..............129
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .....130
Exterior Bulbs .............131
TABLE OF CONTENTS

USE OF AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS (ELECTRONICS)
The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS
systems, or chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless
features including Keyless Enter-N-Go™ and Remote Start range. If you are
experiencing difficulties with any of your wireless features, try disconnecting
your aftermarket devices to see if the situation improves. If your symptoms
persist, please see an authorized dealer.
CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM TRUCK, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are
registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC.COPYRIGHT ©2012 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
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WARNING!
• Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a numberof reasons. A child or others could be severely injured or killed.
Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal, or the shift lever. Do not leave the Key Fob inside the vehicle
or in the ignition. A child could start the vehicle, operate power
windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause them to be severely
injured or killed.
• Keep Key Fob transmitters away fromchildren. Operation of the
Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could
cause serious injury or death.
• 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 flipper glass closed when you are operating
the vehicle.
REMOTE START
• Press the REMOTE START buttonx2on the Key Fob twice within five
seconds. Pressing the REMOTE START button a third time shuts the
engine off.
• To drive the vehicle, with a valid Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Key Fob within 5 ft (1.5m) of the driver's side of the vehicle, grab the front driver door
handle to unlock the driver's door automatically, then press the
Start/Stop switch. Or press the UNLOCK button, insert the Key Fob in
the ignition and turn to the ON/RUN position.
• With remote start, the engine will only run for 15 minutes (timeout) unless the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position.
• The vehicle must be started with the Key Fob after two consecutive timeouts.
WARNING!
• Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area.Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and
colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause you or
others to be severely injured or killed when inhaled.
• Keep Key Fob transmitters away fromchildren. Operation of the
Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could
cause you and others to be severely injured or killed.
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Power Lumbar
• Push the switch forward toincrease the lumbar support. Push
the switch rearward to decrease
the lumbar support.
• Pushing upward or downward on the switch will raise and lower the
position of the support.
Memory Seat
• The memory seat feature allowsyou to save two different driver
seating positions (excluding
lumbar position), driver's outside
mirror, tilt/telescoping steering
column position, and radio station
preset settings. The memory seat
buttons are located on the driver's
door panel.
• Adjust all memory profile settings, press the SET button then press 1
or 2 within five seconds.
• To program a Key Fob to the memory position, place the ignition switch in the LOCK position and remove the Key Fob, press and release the
LOCK button on the Key Fob to be programmed within 5 seconds of
pressing button 1 or 2.
• Place the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position, select Remote Linked to Memory in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) and enter
Ye s .
• Press 1 or 2 to recall the saved positions, or press UNLOCK on the programmed Key Fob.
• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
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PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
• The EVIC can be used to program the following Personal Settings. Pressthe UPor DOWNbutton until System Setup displays, then press
the SELECTbutton. Scroll through the settings using the UP or
DOWN buttons. Press the SELECTbutton to change the setting.
Press the BACK button to scroll back to a previous menu or sub menu.
• Select Language • Illuminated Approach
• Nav – Turn By Turn • Display ECO Symbol
• Auto Unlock Doors • Keyless Enter-N-Go™
• Remote Unlock Sequence • Auto High Beams
• RKE Linked To Memory • Wiper Mode
• Remote Start Comfort Sys. • Hill Start Assist (HSA)
• Horn With Remote Lock • Blind Spot Alert
• Horn With Remote Start • Forward Collision Warning
• Flash Lamps With Lock • Park Assist System
• Headlamp Off Delay • Display Units of Measure In:
• Headlamps With Wipers • Liftgate Chime
• Easy Entry/Exit Seat • Calibrate Compass
• Tilt Mirror in Reverse • Compass Variance
• Key-Off Power Delay
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HomeLink®)
• HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home
security systems. The HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt
battery.
• The HomeLink® buttons that are located in the overhead console or sunvisor designate the three different HomeLink® channels.
• The HomeLink® indicator is located above the center button.
Before You Begin Programming
HomeLink®
• Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you
begin programming.
• For more efficient programming and accurate transmission of the
radio-frequency signal it is
recommended that a new battery
be placed in the hand-held
transmitter of the device that is
being programmed to the
HomeLink® system.
ELECTRONICS
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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.
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Preparations for Jump-Start
• The battery in your vehicle islocated under the passengers
front seat. There are remote
locations under the hood to assist
in jump starting.
• Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK
and turn the ignition to LOCK.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
• Remove the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery
post. Pull upward on the cover to
remove it.
• If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the
ignition is OFF.
Jump-Starting Procedure
• Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the remote positive
(+) post of the discharged vehicle.
• Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper cable to the positive
(+) post of the booster battery.
• Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the negative (-)post
of the booster battery.
• Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper cable to the remote
negative (-)post of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
• Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the
discharged battery.
Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse
sequence:
• Disconnect the negative (-)jumper cable from the remote negative (-)
post of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
• Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable from the negative
(-) post of the booster battery.
• Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper cable from the
positive (+)post of the booster battery.
• Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable from the remote
positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
• Reinstall the protective cover over the remote positive (+)battery post
of the discharged vehicle.
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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.
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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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