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Jeep Grand Cherokee User Manual

2010
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  • Page 1 USER GUIDE...
  • Page 2 HARMONY WITH LIFE...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME UTILITY WELCOME FROM INTERIOR STORAGE COMPARTMENTS . . 41 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC ..2 TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) ..42 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND DRIVER COCKPIT .

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC 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. IMPORTANT: This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle.

  • Page 5: Rollover Warning

    Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other combustible materials. The heat from your vehicle exhaust system could cause a fire. CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC. COPYRIGHT ©2009 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC...

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT...
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...

  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light** - Oil Pressure Warning Light** - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light** - Airbag Warning Light** - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light - Brake Warning Light** - Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)**...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - High Beam Indicator - Front Fog Light Indicator - Vehicle Security Indicator* - TOW/HAUL Indicator - 4WD LOW Indicator - Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator - Cruise Indicator * If equipped ** Bulb Check with Key On...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors/Liftgate • Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and liftgate.

  • Page 11: Theft Alarm

    GETTING STARTED 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 serious injury or death when inhaled. •...

  • Page 12: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED CHILD RESTRAINTS • Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. WARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside the vehicle.

  • Page 13: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.
  • Page 14 GETTING STARTED Recliner • Lift the rear lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back and release at the desired position. WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against your chest.

  • Page 15: Heated Seats

    GETTING STARTED Four-Way Passenger Power Seat • The recline switch, located on the outboard side of the seat, controls seatback adjustment. • The power seat switch controls forward/back adjustment. CAUTION! DO NOT place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls.

  • Page 16: Rear Seats

    GETTING STARTED CAUTION! Repeated overheating of the seat could damage the heating element and/or degrade the material of the seat. Memory Seats • The memory seat feature allows you to save two different driver seating positions, driver's outside mirror, adjustable brake and accelerator pedals, and radio station preset settings.

  • Page 17: Tilt / Telescoping Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED Second Row Heated Seats • Second row heated seat switches are located on the rear of the center console. • Press the switch once to select High-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select Low-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements Off.

  • Page 18: Adjustable Pedals

    GETTING STARTED • Pull upward on the lever to lock the column firmly in place. WARNING! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The tilt/telescoping adjustment must be locked while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or driving without the tilt/telescoping adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

  • Page 19: Programmable Features

    GETTING STARTED PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) – If Equipped • The EVIC can be used to program the following Personal Settings. Press and release the MENU button until Personal Settings displays, then press the SCROLL button scroll through the settings. Press the FUNCTION SELECT button to change the setting.

  • Page 20: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS LEVER Headlights/Parking Lights • Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent for parking lights , the second detent for headlights and the third detent for AUTO. • When set to AUTO, the system automatically turns the headlights on or off based on ambient light levels.

  • Page 21: Wiper/Washer Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE High Beam Operation • Push the lever forward to activate the high beams. NOTE: For safe driving, turn off high beams when oncoming traffic is present to prevent headlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists. Fog Lights •...

  • Page 22: Speed Control Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Wiper Wiper Operation • Rotate the center portion of the lever forward to the first detent for rear wiper operation. Washer Operation • Rotate the center portion of the lever past the first detent to activate the rear washer. SPEED CONTROL LEVER Cruise ON/OFF •...

  • Page 23: Electronic Range Selection (Ers)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE • Once a speed is set, tapping the lever up or down will increase or decrease the set speed approximately 1 mph (2 km/h). Cancel • Pull the lever toward you or apply the brakes to cancel the set speed and maintain the set speed in memory.

  • Page 24: Manual Climate Controls

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS Air Recirculation • Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation. • For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off. • Recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes. AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Operation •...

  • Page 25: Parksense ® Rear Park Assist

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioning • If the air conditioning button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light may flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically. Air Recirculation • Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation. •...

  • Page 26: Power Sunroof

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Driving with the flipper glass 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. POWER SUNROOF •...

  • Page 27: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protection Feature • This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically return to the open position. NOTE: Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is pressed and held during manual opening and closing of the sunroof.

  • Page 28: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS NON-TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS Sales Code RES Sales Code RES/RSC...

  • Page 29: Audio Settings

    ELECTRONICS NOTE: Uconnect™ Phone and Voice Command are vehicle options which must be ordered separately. The buttons on the radio will only be active if the vehicle has been equipped with the option. • The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. •...

  • Page 30: Touch-Screen Radios

    ELECTRONICS TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS Multimedia Radio – Sales Code REN Navigation Radio – Sales Code RER...

  • Page 31: Clock Setting

    ELECTRONICS Multimedia Radio – Sales Code RBZ NOTE: Uconnect™ Phone and Voice Command are vehicle options which must be ordered separately. The buttons on the radio will only be active if the vehicle has been equipped with the option. • The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. •...

  • Page 32: Store Radio Presets

    ELECTRONICS • To adjust the hours, touch either the HOUR FORWARD or HOUR BACKWARD soft-key. • To adjust the minutes, touch either the MINUTE FORWARD or MINUTE BACKWARD soft-key. • To save the new time setting, touch the screen where the word “Save” is displayed. Store Radio Presets •...
  • Page 33 ELECTRONICS • In order to display the imported picture in the radio screen, touch the desired picture soft-key. • Select this picture by pressing the PICTURE VIEW soft-key. A check mark indicates the currently used picture. Cleaning Your Touch-Screen Radio •...

  • Page 34: Remote Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS Change Stored Home Address • Press the MENU hard-key, then touch the MY FILES soft-key. • Touch the MY ADDRESS BOOK soft-key, then touch the HOME soft-key. • In the Home Address Information screen, touch the EDIT CONTACT soft-key, then touch the CHANGE ADDRESS soft-key in the next screen.

  • Page 35: Electronic Vehicle Information

    ELECTRONICS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) • The EVIC features a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. Pressing the controls on the steering wheel allows the driver to select vehicle information and Personal Settings. For additional information, refer to Programmable Features in this guide.

  • Page 36: Using Homelink

    ELECTRONICS WARNING! • Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the universal transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse”...

  • Page 37: Power Inverter

    ELECTRONICS POWER INVERTER • There is a 115 Volt, 150 Watt power inverter outlet located on the back of the center console. This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts. •...

  • Page 38: Uconnect™ Phone

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect™ Phone • The Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-vehicle communications system. • The Uconnect™ Phone allows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands. • For vehicles equipped with Video Entertainment System (VES)™, refer to the Uconnect™ Phone section of the Uconnect™...

  • Page 39: Making A Phone Call

    ELECTRONICS Making A Phone Call • Press the Phone button • (After the BEEP), say “dial” (or “call” to a name). • (After the BEEP), say number (or name). Phonebook (Uconnect™ local) Edit • Press the Phone button • (After the BEEP), say “phonebook”. •...

  • Page 40: Voice Command

    ELECTRONICS VOICE COMMAND • The Voice Command system allows you to control your AM, FM radio, satellite radio, disc player, and a memo recorder. When you press the Voice Command button , you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to give a command. If you do not say a command within a few seconds, the system will present you with a list of options.

  • Page 41: Off-Road Capabilities

    OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES • When additional traction is required, FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE the 4WD LOW position can be used to OPERATION lock the front and rear driveshafts ® Quadra-Trac I Operating together and force the front and rear Instructions/Precautions wheels to rotate at the same speed. The 4WD LOW position is intended for ®...

  • Page 42: Shifting Procedures

    OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES Shifting Procedures NEUTRAL Shift Procedure 4WD HI To 4WD LOW • Key ON, engine off. • Vehicle stopped, with foot on brake. • With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h), key ON or engine •...

  • Page 43: Utility

    UTILITY INTERIOR STORAGE COMPARTMENTS Rear Storage Compartment WARNING! (Continued) • The cargo tie-downs, located on the • Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe cargo area floor, should be used to anchors for a child seat tether safely secure loads when the vehicle is strap.

  • Page 44: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    UTILITY...

  • Page 45: Recreational Towing

    UTILITY ® Towing - Quadra-Trac II RECREATIONAL TOWING ® /Quadra-Drive II Four-Wheel (BEHIND MOTORHOME, Drive Models ETC.) • Depress the brake pedal and turn the Towing - Two-Wheel Drive ignition switch ON with the engine shut Models off. • Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. •...

  • Page 46: Brake/Transmission Interlock

    UTILITY • Press and maintain firm pressure BRAKE/TRANSMISSION on the brake pedal. INTERLOCK MANUAL • Using the screwdriver, reach into the OVERRIDE manual override opening. Press and hold the shift lock lever down. • The manual override may be used in the event that the shift lever should fail •...

  • Page 47: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24 HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE - U.S. ONLY • Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. • Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions. •...

  • Page 48: Charging System Light

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have an accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately. - Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) •...

  • Page 49: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light • This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. • If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK position;...

  • Page 50: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately. • We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately. CAUTION! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle.

  • Page 51: Jack Location

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location • The scissor-type jack and tire changing tools are located in the passenger side compartment, behind the second row seat. Spare Tire Stowage • To remove or stow the spare, use the jack handle to rotate the “spare tire drive” nut which is located under a plastic cover under the cargo load floor, just inside the liftgate opening.

  • Page 52: Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel. NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.
  • Page 53 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • For rear wheels, place it under the axle near the wheel to be changed.
  • Page 54 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange. • Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire.

  • Page 55: Jump-Starting

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING • If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set 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.

  • Page 56: Jump-Starting Procedure

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations for Jump-Start • The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly. WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on.

  • Page 57: Emergency Tow Hooks

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury. • 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.
  • Page 58 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury or death. • Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks. Tow straps and chains may break, causing serious injury. CAUTION! Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle stranded off road.

  • Page 59: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...

  • Page 60: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 performed.

  • Page 61: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Pull the hood release lever located below the steering wheel at the base of the instrument panel. • Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and move the safety latch lever while lifting the hood at the same time.

  • Page 62: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 63 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
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  • Page 65: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fluid, Lubricant, or Component Capacities Genuine Part ® Engine Coolant 3.7L MOPAR Antifreeze/ 12.7 Quarts (11.8 Liters) without rear heat Coolant Five Includes heater and Year/100,000 Mile Formula coolant recovery bottle HOAT (Hybrid Organic filled to MAX level.
  • Page 66 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid, Lubricant, or Component Capacities Genuine Part Engine Oil with Filter 6.1L API certified full synthetic 7 Quarts (6.6 Liters) 5W-40 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-10725. Refer to your oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
  • Page 67 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid, Lubricant, or Component Capacities Genuine Part ® Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3 is not available, then DOT 4 is — acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids.

  • Page 68: Maintenance Chart

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 69: Maintenance Record

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance Record Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 6 Months 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 18 Months 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 30 Months 36,000 Miles...

  • Page 70: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Underhood Fuses (Integrated Power Module)
  • Page 71 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • The Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini-fuses and relays. Cartridge Cavity Mini-Fuse Description Fuse 10 Amp Red Lt Park Lamps 10 Amp Red Trailer-Tow Park Lamps 10 Amp Red Rt Park Lamps...

  • Page 72: Underhood Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) • The Power Distribution Center (PDC) is located in the left side of the engine compartment near the Brake Fluid Reservoir. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini-fuses and relays. Cartridge Cavity Mini-Fuse Description Fuse 50 Amp Red...
  • Page 73 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cavity Mini-Fuse Description Fuse 30 Amp Pink ABS Pump 40 Amp Green Accessory Delay, Seats 40 Amp Green JB Power 30 Amp Pink Wiper Motor 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump 20 Amp Yellow TCM, A/C Clutch 25 Amp Power Inverter Natural...

  • Page 74: Interior Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Fuses • The fuse panel is on the lower instrument panel just to the left of the steering column. Cavity Mini-Fuse Description 30 Amp Green Audio Amp 15 Amp Blue Sunroof 10 Amp Red Htd Mirror (EBL) 20 Amp Yellow Rr Pwr Out 10 Amp Red...

  • Page 75: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Mini-Fuse Description Spare (R/S) 10 Amp Red Steering Column Control Module, Cluster (R/S) Spare (Acc Delay) 15 Amp Blue Rear Wiper (B+) 10 Amp Red Power Distribution Center (PDC) Relays, Powertrain Control Module, A580 (R/S) 10 Amp Red Shifter Assy (BTSI), Trans.

  • Page 76: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. ® • To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.

  • Page 77: Consumer Assistance

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CHRYSLER GROUP LLC WARNING! CUSTOMER CENTER Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle P.O. Box 21–8004 components contain, or emit, Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 chemicals known to the State of Phone: 1–800–992–1997 California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 78: Reporting Safety Defects In The 50 United States And Washington, D.c

    • If you believe that your vehicle has a electronic files are also available on the safety defect, you should contact the Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge websites. Customer Service Department • Click on the "For Owners" tab, select immediately. Canadian customers who "Owner/Service Manuals", then select...
  • Page 79 CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Disclaimer: WARNING! (Continued) • THE TIRE MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED • Tires should be inspected WARRANTY PROGRAM, THE DETAILS regularly by a qualified technician OF WHICH CAN BE FOUND, ON THE for signs of damage, such as OWNERS MANUAL DVD, THE TIRE punctures, impacts, MANUFACTURER’S WEBSITE OR AT under-inflation or overloading.
  • Page 80 CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Using Lift Kits WARNING! • Use of lift kits with some vehicle/tire Tires and the spare tire should be combinations can cause instability or replaced after six years, regardless loss of control. When changing tire of the remaining tread. Failure to sizes, always consult an installer for follow this warning can result in optimum rim width and carefully check...

  • Page 81: Mopar Accessories

    • The following highlights just some of the authentic Jeep Accessories by MOPAR that have been engineered to customize your Jeep Grand Cherokee. • To see the full line of accessories, stop by your Jeep dealer or visit MOPAR.com. CHROME: • Grille •...
  • Page 82 NOTES...
  • Page 83 INSPIRATION...
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