tow JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2016 WK2 / 4.G Owner's Manual

• Aero Mode (Lowers the vehicle approximately 0.6 in (15 mm) – This positionprovides improved aerodynamics by lowering the vehicle. The vehicle will auto-
matically enter Aero Mode when the vehicle speed remains between 52 mph
(83 km/h) and 56 mph (90 km/h) for greater than 20 seconds or if the vehicle
speed exceeds 56 mph (90 km/h). The vehicle will return to NRH from Aero Mode
if the vehicle speed remains between 20 mph (32 km/h) and 25 mph (40 km/h) for
greater than 20 seconds or if the vehicle speed falls below 20 mph (32 km/h). The
vehicle will enter Aero Mode, regardless of vehicle speed if the gear selector is in
the “SPORT” position.
• Transport Mode — To assist with flat bed towing, the air suspension system has a feature which will put the vehicle into Entry/Exit height and disable the automatic
load leveling system. Refer to “Programmable Features" (Uconnect Customer
Programmable Features) in “Electronics” for further information. Transport Mode
is selectable within the Suspension features.
NOTE:
This mode is intended to be enabled with engine running.
WARNING!
• You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position without first fully engaging the parking
brake. The transfer case N (Neutral) position disengages both the front and rear
driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move regardless of
the transmission position. The parking brake should always be applied when
the driver is not in the vehicle.
• The air suspension system uses a high pressure volume of air to operate the
system. To avoid personal injury or damage to the system, see your authorized
dealer for service.
HILL START ASSIST/HILL DESCENT CONTROL/SELEC
SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
• The Hill Start Assist system assists the driver when starting a vehicle from a stopon a hill.
• The Hill Descent Control system maintains vehicle speed while descending hills during off-road driving situations and is available in 4WD LOW range.
• The Selec Speed Control feature allows the driver to travel at slow speeds on level ground, uphill or downhill without actively controlling either the throttle or brake.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
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TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS)
Engine/Model Model CoolingFrontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
3.0L- Diesel En- gine 4x2 HD Cooling 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 7,400 lbs (3,357 kg) 740 lbs (336 kg)
3.0L- Diesel En- gine 4x4 HD Cooling 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 7,200 lbs (3,266 kg) 720 lbs (327 kg)
3.6L- Gasoline Engine 4x2 Std Cooling 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 3,500 lbs (1,588 kg) 350 lbs (159 kg)
3.6L- Gasoline Engine 4x2 HD Cooling 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 6,200 lbs (2,812kg) 620 lbs (281 kg)
3.6L- Gasoline Engine 4x4 Std Cooling 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 3,500 lbs (1,588 kgs) 350 lbs (159 kg)
3.6L- Gasoline Engine 4x4 HD Cooling 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 6,200 lbs (2,812kg) 620 lbs (281 kg)
5.7L- Gasoline Engine 4x2 Std Cooling 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) 500 lbs (227 kg)
5.7L- Gasoline Engine 4x2 HD Cooling 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 7,400 lbs (3 357 kg) 740 lbs (336 kg)
5.7L- Gasoline Engine 4x4 Std Cooling 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) 500 lbs (227 kg)
5.7L- Gasoline Engine 4x4 HD Cooling 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 7,200 lbs (3,266 kg) 720 lbs (327 kg)
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Engine/Model Model CoolingFrontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
6.4L*- Gasoline Engine SRT HD Cooling 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 7,200 lbs (3,265 kg) 720 lbs (327 kg)
*For SRT vehicles, do not tow a trailer when using the compact spare tire. Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
If the gross trailer weight is 5,000 lbs (2 267 kg) or more, it is mandatory to use a weight-distributing hitch to ensure stable handling
of your vehicle.
NOTE:
Vehicles not factory equipped with trailer tow package are limited to 3,500 lbs (350 lbs tongue weight).
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2. Pull the bottom of the cover outward (towards you), pull downwards to disengagethe tabs located at the top of the hitch receiver cover.
To reinstall the hitch receiver cover after
towing repeat the procedure in reverse
order.
NOTE:
Be sure to engage all tabs of the hitch receiver cover in the bumper fascia prior to
installation.
Hitch Receiver Cover
Hitch Receiver Cover
1 — Hitch Receiver Cover Tab Loca-
tions
2 — Locking Retainers
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2. Pull the bottom of the cover outward (towards you).
3. Lower back down to disengage the tabs located at the top of the hitch receivercover and then pull outwards to remove.
To reinstall the hitch receiver cover after
towing repeat the procedure in reverse
order.
NOTE:
Be sure to engage all tabs of the hitch
receiver cover in the bumper fascia prior
to installation.
Hitch Receiver Cover
Hitch Receiver Cover
1 — Hitch Receiver Cover Retaining
Tabs
2 — Hitch Receiver Cover
3 — Locking Retainer
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME,
ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing Condi-tion Wheel OFF the
Ground Two-Wheel
Drive Models Four-Wheel
Drive Models
Without 4–LOW Range Four-Wheel
Drive Models With 4–LOW Range
Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED See Instructions
• Transmis- sion in
PARK
• Transfer
case in
NEUTRAL
(N)
• Tow in for-
ward direc-
tion
Dolly Tow Front
NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Rear OKNOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALL OKOKOK
NOTE:
Vehicles equipped with Quadra-Lift must be placed in Transport Mode before tying
them down (from the body) on a trailer or flatbed truck. If the vehicle cannot be
placed in Transport mode (for example, engine will not run), tie-downs must be
fastened to the axles (not to the body). Failure to follow these instructions may cause
fault codes to be set and/or cause loss of proper tie-down tension.
Two-Wheel Drive Models
DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result.
Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is allowed ONLY if the rear wheels
are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer. If
using a tow dolly, follow this procedure:
1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
2. Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly.
3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Shift the transmission into PARK.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
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5. Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer’sinstructions.
6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for towing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position.
CAUTION!
Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will cause severe transmission damage.
Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
Four-Wheel Drive Models Without 4WD LOW Range
Recreational towing is not allowed. These models do not have a NEUTRAL (N)
position in the transfer case.
Four-Wheel Drive Models With 4WD LOW Range
The transfer case must be shifted into NEUTRAL (N) and the transmission must be
in PARK for recreational towing. The NEUTRAL (N) selection button is adjacent to
the transfer case selector switch. Shifts into and out of transfer case NEUTRAL (N)
can take place with the selector switch in any mode position.
CAUTION!
• DO NOT dolly tow any 4WD vehicle. Internal damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur if a dolly is used when recreational towing.
• Tow only in a forward direction. Towing this vehicle backwards can cause severe
damage to the transfer case.
• The transmission must be in PARK for recreational towing.
• Before recreational towing, perform the procedure outlined under “Shifting
into NEUTRAL (N)” to be certain that the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL
(N). Otherwise, internal damage will result.
• Failure to follow these procedures can cause severe transmission and/or
transfer case damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper
face bar will be damaged.
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Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N)
WARNING!
You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the vehicle unattended with the
transfer case in the NEUTRAL (N) position without first fully engaging the parking
brake. The transfer case NEUTRAL (N) position disengages both the front and rear
driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move, even if the
transmission is in PARK. The parking brake should always be applied when the
driver is not in the vehicle.
CAUTION!
It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in
NEUTRAL (N) before recreational towing to prevent damage to internal parts.
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing:
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, with the engine running.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal.
3. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
4. If vehicle is equipped with Quadra-Lift air suspension, ensure the vehicle is set to Normal Ride Height.
5. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, press and hold the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL (N) button (located by the selector switch) for four seconds. The light
behind the N symbol will blink, indicating shift in progress. The light will stop
blinking (stay on solid) when the shift to NEUTRAL (N) is complete. A “FOUR
WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL” message will display on the Driver
Information Display (DID).
6. After the shift is completed and the NEUTRAL (N) light stays on, release the NEUTRAL (N) button.
7. Shift the transmission into REVERSE.
8. Release the brake pedal for five seconds and ensure that there is no vehicle movement.
9. Press and hold the brake pedal. Shift the transmission back into NEUTRAL
10. Firmly apply the parking brake.
11. With the transmission and transfer case in NEUTRAL, push and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button until the engine turns off.
12. Move the transmission gear selector to PARK. Release the brake pedal.
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13. Push the ENGINE STOP/START button twice (without pressing the brake pedal)to turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
14. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle using a suitable tow bar.
15. Release the parking brake.
NOTE:
• Steps 1 through 4 are requirements that must be met before pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must continue to be met until the shift has been
completed. If any of these requirements are not met before pushing the NEUTRAL
(N) button or are no longer met during the shift, then the NEUTRAL (N) indicator
light will flash continuously until all requirements are met or until the NEUTRAL
(N) button is released.
• The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable. If the ignition switch is not in the
ON/RUN position, the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will
be on or flashing.
• A flashing NEUTRAL (N) position indicator light indicates that shift requirements have not been met.
• If the vehicle is equipped with Quadra-Lift air suspension, the engine should be started and left running for a minimum of 60 seconds (with all the doors closed)
at least once every 24 hours. This process allows the air suspension to adjust the
vehicle’s ride height to compensate for temperature effects.
Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N)
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage:
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it connected to the tow vehicle.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Start the engine.
4. Press and hold the brake pedal.
5. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
6. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, push and hold the recessed transfer case
NEUTRAL (N) button (located by the selector switch) for one second.
7. When the NEUTRAL (N) indicator light turns off, release the NEUTRAL (N) button. After the NEUTRAL (N) button has been released, the transfer case will
shift to the position indicated by the selector switch.
8. Shift the transmission into PARK. Turn the engine OFF.
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9. Release the brake pedal.
10. Disconnect vehicle from the tow vehicle.
11. Start the engine.
12. Press and hold the brake pedal.
13. Release the parking brake.
14. Shift the transmission into DRIVE, release the brake pedal, and check that thevehicle operates normally.
NOTE:
• Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met prior to pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must continue to be met until the shift has been
completed. If any of these requirements are not met prior to prushing the
NEUTRAL (N) button or are no longer met during the shift, the NEUTRAL (N)
indicator light will flash continuously until all requirements are met or until the
NEUTRAL (N) button is released.
• The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable. If the ignition switch is not in the
ON/RUN position, the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will
be on or flashing.
• A flashing NEUTRAL (N) position indicator light indicates that shift requirements have not been met.
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