center console JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2013 WK2 / 4.G SRT Owners Manual
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Power Liftgate — If Equipped
The power liftgate may be opened by pulling
up on the liftgate handle or by pressing the
LIFTGATE button on the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter. Press the LIFTGATE button
on the RKE transmitter twice within five seconds, to open
the power liftgate. Once the liftgate is open, pressing the
button twice within five seconds a second time will close
the liftgate.
The power liftgate may also be opened or closed by
pressing the LIFTGATE button located on the front
overhead console, or closed by pressing the LIFTGATE
button located on left rear trim, near the liftgate opening.
Pressing the LIFTGATE button located on left rear trim
once will close the liftgate only, this button cannot be
used to open the liftgate. To operate the power liftgate manually in the open
direction, pull the liftgate handle once to initiate a power
cycle and then pull the handle a second time to put
liftgate into manual mode.
When the LIFTGATE button on the RKE transmitter is
pressed two times, the turn signals will flash twice to
signal that the liftgate is opening or closing (if Flash
Lamps with Lock is enabled in the EVIC) and the liftgate
chime will be audible. For further information, refer to
Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)/
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
in Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel.
NOTE:
• In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an
emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open
the liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch release can be
accessed through a snap-in cover located on the lift-
gate trim panel.
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▫Closing Power Shade — Express ...........285
▫ Closing Power Shade — Manual Mode ......285
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ...................285
▫ Wind Buffeting ...................... .285
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ...................286
▫ Ignition OFF Operation .................286
▫ Sunroof Fully Closed ...................286
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS ...........286
POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED ........291
CUPHOLDERS ....................... .293
STORAGE ........................... .294
▫ Glove Compartment ...................294
▫ Door Storage ........................ .295▫
Center Console ...................... .295
CARGO AREA FEATURES ................297
▫ Rechargeable Flashlight .................297
▫ Cargo Storage Bins ....................298
▫ Retractable Cargo Area Cover —
If Equipped ........................ .300
▫ Rear Cargo Tie-Downs .................301
REAR WINDOW FEATURES ..............303
▫ Rear Window Wiper/Washer .............303
▫ Rear Window Defroster .................304
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED .....305
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the system will automatically switch to LOW-level after
approximately 60 minutes of continuous operation. At
that time, the number of illuminated LEDs changes from
two to one, indicating the change. The LOW-level setting
will turn OFF automatically after approximately 45 min-
utes.
Rear Heated Seats
On some models, the two outboard seats are equipped
with heated seats. There are two heated seat switches that
allow the rear passengers to operate the seats indepen-
dently. The heated seat switches for each heater are
located on the rear of the center console.
Rear Heated Seat Switches
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Ambient Light
The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light
feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil-
ity of the floor center console and PRNDL area.
Multifunction Lever
The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the
steering column.
Ambient Light
Multifunction Lever
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The HomeLinkbuttons, located on either the overhead
console, headliner or sunvisor, designate the three differ-
ent HomeLink channels. The HomeLink indicator is
located above the center button.
NOTE:HomeLink is disabled when the Vehicle Secu-
rity Alarm is active.
HomeLink Buttons/Overhead Consoles
HomeLinkButtons/Sunvisor/Headliner
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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.
COMMANDVIEWSUNROOF 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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In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a power
outlet located in the storage area of the center console.The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo
area.
NOTE:
The rear power outlet can be switched to “bat-
tery” powered all the time by switching the power outlet
right rear quarter panel fuse in the fuse panel.
Center Console OutletRear Power Outlet
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POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED
There is a 115 Volt, 150 Watt inverter outlet located on the
back of the center console to convert DC current to AC
current. This outlet can power cellular phones, electron-
ics and other low power devices requiring power up to
150 Watts. Certain high-end video games, such as Play-
station3 and XBox360 will exceed this power limit, as will
most power tools.The power inverter is designed with built-in overload
protection. If the power rating of 150 Watts is exceeded,
the power inverter will automatically shut down. Once
the electrical device has been removed from the outlet the
inverter should automatically reset. If the power rating
exceeds approximately 170 Watts, the power inverter
Power Inverter
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CUPHOLDERS
There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers
located in the center console.There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers
located in the fold-down center armrest.
Front Cupholders
Rear Cupholders
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Door Storage
Large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy
access.
Center Console
The center console contains both an upper and a lower
storage area.
Door Panel StorageStorage Compartment
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