maintenance JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2013 WK2 / 4.G Owners Manual

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INTRODUCTION.............................................................3
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE............................11
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE............................115
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL..................................297
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STARTING AND OPERATING.................................................433
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES..............................................581
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...............................................605
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES.................................................663
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE........................................671
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INDEX....................................................................681
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group
LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision
workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all
essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go places and
perform tasks that conventional passenger cars are not
intended. It handles and maneuvers differently from
many passenger cars both on-road and off-road, so take
time to become familiar with your vehicle.
The two-wheel drive version of this vehicle was designed
for on-road use only. It is not intended for off-road
driving or use in other severe conditions suited for a
four-wheel drive vehicle.
Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Owner’s
Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls,
particularly those used for braking, steering, transmis-
sion, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehiclehandles on different road surfaces. Your driving skills
will improve with experience. When driving off-road or
working the vehicle, don’t overload the vehicle or expect
the vehicle to overcome the natural laws of physics.
Always observe federal, state, provincial and local laws
wherever you drive.
As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this
vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or a
collision. Refer to “On-Road/Off-Road Driving Tips” in
“Starting And Operating” for further information.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint
you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various
customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
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Air Bag Warning Light
You will want to have the air bags ready to
inflate for your protection in a collision. The
Air Bag Warning Light monitors the internal
circuits and interconnecting wiring associated
with air bag system electrical components. While the air
bag system is designed to be maintenance free. If any of
the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service
the air bag system immediately.
•The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during
the four to eight seconds when the ignition is first
cycled to the ON/RUN.
•The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to
eight-second interval.
•The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or
remains on while driving.NOTE:
If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine
related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may
not be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly check
the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to the label located
on the inside of the fuse block cover for the proper air bag
fuses. See your authorized dealer if the fuse is good.
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder
(EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in
certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air
bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will
assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per-
formed. The EDR is designed to record data related to
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WARNING!
The top tether anchorages are not visible until the gap
panel is folded down. Do not use the visible cargo tie
down hooks, located on the floor behind the seats, to
attach a child restraint tether anchor.
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether
Anchorage — Center Seating Position
For center seating position route the tether strap over the
seatback and headrest then attach the hook to the tether
anchor located on the back of the seat.
Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An
unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured,
or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and
drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For
the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle”.
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▫Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu.......230
▫Display Warnings And Maintenance........232
▫Precautions While Driving With ACC.......236
▫General Information...................239
▫Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode . . .239
▫Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped. . . .241
PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF
EQUIPPED...........................246
▫ParkSense® Sensors....................246
▫ParkSense® Warning Display.............247
▫ParkSense® Display....................248
▫Enabling And Disabling ParkSense®........251
▫Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist
System.............................252▫Cleaning The ParkSense® System..........252
▫ParkSense® System Usage Precautions.......253
PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF
EQUIPPED...........................255
▫Turning ParkView® On Or Off — With
Navigation/Multimedia Radio............257
▫Turning ParkView® On Or Off — Without
Navigation/Multimedia Radio............257
OVERHEAD CONSOLE..................258
▫Front Map/Reading Lights..............258
▫Courtesy Lights.......................259
▫Sunglasses Bin Door...................260
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . .260
▫Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® . .262
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▫Programming A Rolling Code.............262
▫Programming A Non-Rolling Code.........264
▫Canadian/Gate Operator Programming......266
▫Using HomeLink®.....................267
▫Security............................267
▫Troubleshooting Tips...................268
▫General Information....................269
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED........269
▫Opening Sunroof — Express..............270
▫Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode.........274
▫Closing Sunroof — Express...............270
▫Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode..........274
▫Pinch Protect Feature...................275▫Venting Sunroof — Express..............271
▫Sunshade Operation....................271
▫Wind Buffeting.......................272
▫Sunroof Maintenance...................272
▫Ignition OFF Operation.................272
COMMANDVIEW® SUNROOF WITH POWER
SHADE — IF EQUIPPED.................272
▫Opening Sunroof — Express..............274
▫Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode.........274
▫Closing Sunroof — Express...............274
▫Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode..........274
▫Opening Power Shade — Express..........274
▫Opening Power Shade — Manual Mode.....275
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▫Closing Power Shade — Express...........275
▫Closing Power Shade — Manual Mode......275
▫Pinch Protect Feature...................275
▫Wind Buffeting.......................276
▫Sunroof Maintenance...................276
▫Ignition OFF Operation.................276
▫Sunroof Fully Closed...................276
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS...........277
POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED........281
CUPHOLDERS........................282
STORAGE............................284
▫Glove Compartment...................284▫Door Storage.........................285
▫Center Console.......................285
CARGO AREA FEATURES................287
▫Rechargeable Flashlight.................287
▫Cargo Storage Bins....................288
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Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped . .290
▫Rear Cargo Tie-Downs.................291
REAR WINDOW FEATURES..............293
▫Rear Window Wiper/Washer.............293
▫Rear Window Defroster.................294
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED.....295
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•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 Sensor 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.
Clean Radar Sensor Warning
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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.
To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor-
tant to note the following maintenance items:
•Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the
sensor lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to damage
the sensor lens.
•Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so
could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and
require a sensor realignment.•If the sensor is damaged due to a collision, see your
authorized dealer for service.
•Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor,
including transparent material or aftermarket grilles.
Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or
malfunction.
When the condition that deactivated the system is no
longer present, the system will return to the “Adaptive
Cruise Control Off” state and will resume function by
simply reactivating it.
NOTE:
•If the “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”
message occurs frequently (e.g. more than once on
every trip) without any snow, rain, mud, or other
obstruction, have the radar sensor realigned at your
authorized dealer.
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Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting or open any window.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
Ignition OFF Operation
The power sunroof switches remain active for up to
approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch has
been turned OFF. Opening either front door will cancel
this feature. The time is programmable. Refer to “Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Set-
tings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
COMMANDVIEW® SUNROOF WITH POWER
SHADE — IF EQUIPPED
The CommandView® sunroof switch is located to the left
between the sun visors on the overhead console.
The power shade switch is located to the right between
the sun visors on the overhead console.
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