Selec-Terrain - If Equipped; Description - Jeep Grand Cherokee 2016 Owner's Manual

As one wheel begins to spin faster than the other, torque
will automatically transfer from the wheel that has less
traction, to the wheel that has traction. While the transfer
case and axle coupling differ in design, their operation is
similar. Follow the Quadra-Trac II transfer case shifting
information, preceding this section, for shifting this sys-
tem.
SELEC-TERRAIN — IF EQUIPPED

Description

Selec-Terrain combines the capabilities of the vehicle
control systems, along with driver input, to provide the
best performance for all terrains.
Selec-Terrain Switch
Selec-Terrain consists of the following positions:
• Snow – Tuning set for additional stability in inclement
weather. Use on and off road on loose traction surfaces
such as snow. When in Snow mode (depending on
certain operating conditions), the transmission may
use second gear (rather than first gear) during
STARTING AND OPERATING 505
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