2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner's Manual - WK2Jeeps
2012 Grand CherokeeOWNER’S MANUALChrysler Group LLC12WK741-126-AA907713 Jeep Cherokee OM cover.indd 12012First EditionGrand CherokeePrinted in U.S.A.3/10/11 1:09 PM
VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADAWith respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the nameChrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and thename Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore.DRIVING AND ALCOHOLDrunken driving is one of the most frequent causes ofaccidents.Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with bloodalcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver,call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional onthis vehicle. This manual may also include a description offeatures and equipment that are no longer available or werenot ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any featuresand equipment described in this manual that are not on thisvehicle.Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes indesign and specifications, and/or make additions to orimprovements to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.WARNING!Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Yourperceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower,and your judgment is impaired when you have beendrinking. Never drink and then drive.Copyright 2011 Chrysler Group LLC
SECTIONTABLE OF CONTENTSPAGE1INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1123UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10134UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28345STARTING AND OPERATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41556WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55767MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58178MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63789IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 653910INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66310
INTRODUCTION1CONTENTS䡵 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 䡵 Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8䡵 Rollover Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 䡵 Vehicle Identification Number. 8䡵 How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 䡵 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4 INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTIONCongratulations on selecting your new Chrysler GroupLLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precisionworkmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - allessentials that are traditional to our vehicles.This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go places andperform tasks that conventional passenger cars are notintended. It handles and maneuvers differently frommany passenger cars both on-road and off-road, so taketime to become familiar with your vehicle.The two-wheel drive version of this vehicle was designedfor on-road use only. It is not intended for off-roaddriving or use in other severe conditions suited for afour-wheel drive vehicle.handles on different road surfaces. Your driving skillswill improve with experience. When driving off-road orworking the vehicle, don’t overload the vehicle or expectthe vehicle to overcome the natural laws of physics.Always observe federal, state, provincial and local lawswherever you drive.As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate thisvehicle correctly may result in loss of control or acollision. Refer to “On-Road/Off-Road Driving Tips” in“Starting And Operating” for further information.This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaintyou with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and variouscustomer-oriented documents. Please take the time toBefore you start to drive this vehicle, read the Owner’sread these publications carefully. Following the instrucManual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls,tions and recommendations in this manual will helpparticularly those used for braking, steering, transmisassure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.sion, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle
INTRODUCTION 5NOTE:After reviewing the owner information, it Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or othershould be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc- unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehiclecontrol. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may resulting and remain with the vehicle when sold.in a collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatalWhen it comes to service, remember that your authorizedinjury. Drive carefully.dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained technicians and genuine MOPAR威 parts, and cares aboutyour satisfaction.ROLLOVER WARNINGUtility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover ratethan other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higherground clearance and a higher center of gravity thanmany passenger cars. It is capable of performing better ina wide variety of off-road applications. Driven in anunsafe manner, all vehicles can go out of control. Becauseof the higher center of gravity, if this vehicle is out ofcontrol it may roll over when some other vehicles maynot.Rollover Warning Label1
6 INTRODUCTIONFailure to use the driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, theU.S. government notes that the universal use of existingseat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 ormore each year and could reduce disabling injuries bytwo million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbeltedperson is significantly more likely to die than a personwearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.HOW TO USE THIS MANUALConsult the Table of Contents to determine which sectioncontains the information you desire.Since the specification of your vehicle depends on theitems of equipment ordered, certain descriptions andillustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment.The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manualcontains a complete listing of all subjects.Consult the following table for a description of thesymbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughoutthis Owner’s Manual:
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8 INTRODUCTIONvehicle. Save this label for a convenient record of yourWARNINGS AND CAUTIONSThis Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- vehicle identification number and optional equipment.erating procedures that could result in a collision orbodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If youdo not read this entire manual, you may miss importantinformation. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERThe Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on aplate located on the left front corner of the instrumentpanel pad, visible from outside of the vehicle through thewindshield. This number also is stamped into the rightfront body, behind the right front seat. Move the rightfront seat forward to allow better viewing of the stampedVIN. This number also appears on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on yourVIN Location
INTRODUCTION 9VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONSWARNING!Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle couldseriously affect its roadworthiness and safety andmay lead to a accident resulting in serious injury ordeath.Right Front Body VIN LocationNOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.1
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE2CONTENTS䡵 A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14䡵 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 20 Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Rearming The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 To Arm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Removing Key Fob From Ignition . . . . . . . . . . 16 To Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Tamper Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23䡵 Sentry Key威 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18䡵 Illuminated Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19䡵 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Customer Key Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 To Unlock The Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 To Lock The Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Using The Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Programming Additional Transmitters . . . . . . 26 Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45䡵 Liftgate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Transmitter Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 26 Liftgate Flipper Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Power Liftgate — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . 47䡵 Remote Starting System — If Equipped . . . . . . . 29 䡵 Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 How To Use Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53䡵 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions . . . . 54 Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure . . . . 58 Child-Protection Door Lock System — RearDoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage . . . 59䡵 Keyless Enter-N-Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions . . . . . 59䡵 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) —If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Energy Management Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Seat Belt Pretensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Event Data Recorder (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Supplemental Active Head Restraints(AHR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System(BeltAlert威) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Seat Belt Lock Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . 67 Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Supplemental Restraint System(SRS) — Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Advanced Front Air Bag Features . . . . . . . . . . 70 Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 74䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . 95䡵 Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Transporting Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Safety Checks You Should Make InsideThe Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Periodic Safety Checks You Should MakeOutside The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1002
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLEA WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSYour vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This systemconsists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)transmitter and a Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) withintegral ignition switch. You can insert the Key Fob intothe ignition switch with either side up.Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to anignition switch. It has four operating positions, three ofwhich are detented and one spring-loaded. The detentedpositions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The STARTposition is a spring-loaded momentary contact position.When released from the START position, the switchautomatically returns to the detented ON/RUN position.Keyless Enter-N-Go FeatureThis vehicle is equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Gofeature, refer to “Starting Procedures” in “Starting And NOTE: With the Keyless Enter-N-Go feature, the ElecOperating” for further information.tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display theignition switch position (OFF/ACC/RUN). Refer to“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15Key FobThe Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert thesquare end of the key fob into the ignition switch locatedon the instrument panel and rotate to the desired position. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in therear of the Key Fob.Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)1234— OFF— ACC (ACCESSORY)— ON/RUN— STARTThe emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle onthe driver’s side should the battery in the vehicle or theRKE transmitter go dead. The emergency key is also forlocking the glove box. You can keep the emergency keywith you when valet parking.NOTE: Entering a vehicle using the emergency key withthe theft alarm armed, will result in the alarm sounding.Insert the Key Fob (even if the Key Fob battery is dead)into the ignition switch to disarm theft alarm.2
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLETo remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Removing Key Fob From Ignitionat the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob to theOFF position and then remove the Key Fob.then pull the key out with your other hand.With the Keyless Enter-N-Go feature, the EVIC willdisplay the ignition switch position “OFF/ACC/RUN”.Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for furtherinformation.NOTE: If you try to remove the Key Fob before you place theshift lever in PARK, it may become trapped temporarily in the ignition switch. If this occurs, place the shiftlever in PARK, rotate the key to the right slightly, thenremove the Key Fob as described. If a malfunctionEmergency Key Removaloccurs, the system will trap the key in the ignitionswitch to warn you that this safety feature is inoperNOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency keyable. The engine can be started and stopped, but theinto the lock cylinders with either side up.Key Fob cannot be removed until you obtain service.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 The power window switches, radio, power sunroof (ifequipped), and power outlets will remain active for upto 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to theOFF position. Opening either front door will cancelthis feature. The time for this feature is programmable.Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center(EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-ProgrammableFeatures)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”for further information.CAUTION! If your vehicle battery becomes low or dead, yourKey Fob will become locked in the ignition. Do not attempt to remove the Key Fob while inthis condition, damage could occur to the Key Fobor ignition module. Only remove the emergencykey for locking and unlocking the doors.(Continued)CAUTION! (Continued) Leave the Key Fob in the ignition and either: Jump Start the vehicle. Charge the battery.WARNING! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the keyfob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or withaccess to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended isdangerous for a number of reasons. A child orothers could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parkingbrake, brake pedal or the shift lever.(Continued)2
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLEWARNING! (Continued) Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, anddo not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC orON/RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. Do not leave children or animals inside parkedvehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up maycause serious injury or death.CAUTION!An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Alwaysremove Key Fob from the ignition and lock all doorswhen leaving the vehicle unattended.Key-In-Ignition ReminderOpening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in theignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC,sounds a signal to remind you to remove the Key Fob.NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only soundswhen the Key Fob is placed in the OFF or ACC ignitionposition.With the Keyless Enter-N-Go feature, opening the driver’s door when the vehicle’s ignition switch is placed inACC or ON/RUN (engine stopped) will cause the reminder chime to sound. Refer to “Starting Procedures” in“Starting And Operating” for further information.SENTRY KEY姞The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer system prevents unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. Thesystem does not need to be armed or activated. Operationis automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is lockedor unlocked.The system uses the factory-mated Key Fob with RemoteKeyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and Wireless IgnitionNode (WIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.Therefore, only Key Fobs that are programmed to the
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. Thesystem will shut the engine off in two seconds if aninvalid Key Fob is used to start the engine.CAUTION!The Sentry Key威 Immobilizer system is not compatible with some after-market remote starting systems.Use of these systems may result in vehicle startingproblems and loss of security protection.After turning the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for threeseconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after thebulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with theAll of the Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle haveelectronics. In addition, if the light begins to flash afterbeen programmed to the vehicle electronics.the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalidKey Fob to start the engine. Either of these conditions will Replacement Keysresult in the engine being shut off after two seconds.NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to theIf the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate thevehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec- vehicle. Once a Key Fob is programmed to a vehicle, itonds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon aspossible by an authorized dealer.2
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECAUTION! Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle andlock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. With Keyless Enter-N-Go, always remember t
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