Jacking And Tire Changing; Preparations For Jacking - Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE 4xe 2023 Owner's Manual

324 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Frequently Asked Questions:
What happens if I accidentally push the
SOS-Emergency Call Button?
You have 10 seconds after pushing the emer-

gency button to cancel the call. To cancel the
call, push the button again.
What type of information is sent when I make an
SOS-Emergency Call from my vehicle?
Certain vehicle information, such as the VIN, is

transmitted along with last known GPS location.
Also note that emergency service operators may
record conversations and sounds within your
vehicle once a connection is made, and by using
the service you consent to having this informa-
tion shared.
When can I use the SOS-Emergency Call button?
You can ONLY use the SOS-Emergency Call

button to make a call if you or someone else
needs emergency assistance.

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING

WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of

the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far
enough off the road to avoid the danger of
being hit when operating the jack or changing
the wheel.
Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous.
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The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on
you. You could be crushed. Never put any part
of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack.
If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take
it to a service center where it can be raised on
a lift.
Never start or run the engine while the vehicle

is on a jack.
The jack is designed to be used as a tool for

changing tires only. The jack should not be
used to lift the vehicle for service purposes.
The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level
surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with an air suspension
system, there is a feature which allows the auto-
matic leveling to be disabled before changing a
tire. This feature can be activated through the
Uconnect system Ú page 149.
NOTE:
Before changing a tire or using the jack please
disable the hands free lift gate, this feature can be
disabled through the Uconnect system
Ú page 232.
P F J
REPARATIONS OR ACKING
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface as far
from the edge of the roadway as possible.
Avoid icy or slippery areas.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of
the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far
enough off the road to avoid being hit when
operating the jack or changing the wheel.
2. Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.
3. Apply the parking brake.
4. Place the gear selector into PARK (P).
5. Turn OFF the ignition.