Multi-Displacement System (Mds) (If Equipped) - 5.7L Engine Only; Parking Brake - Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner's Manual

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Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering

system as the chemicals can damage your power

steering components. Such damage is not covered by

the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and

with the engine off to prevent injury from moving

parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading. Do

not overfill. Use only manufacturer's recommended

power steering fluid.

If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated

level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all

surfaces. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine

Parts" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for further

information.

MULTI-DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS) (IF

EQUIPPED) — 5.7L ENGINE ONLY

This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting

off four of the engine's eight cylinders during light load

and cruise conditions. The system is automatic with no

driver inputs or additional driving skills required.

NOTE: The MDS system may take some time to return

to full functionality after a battery disconnect.

Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking

brake is fully applied and place the shift lever in the

PARK position.

The foot operated parking brake is located below the

lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the

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