Selec-Terrain - Jeep 2014 Cherokee User Manual

OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES

SELEC-TERRAIN™

• Selec-Terrain™ combines the capabili-
ties of the vehicle control systems, along
with driver input, to provide the best
performance for all terrains.
Rotate the mode control knob to select
the following Selec-Terrain™ positions:
• Auto – Fully automatic full time four-
wheel drive operation can be used on
and off road. Balances traction with
seamless steering feel to provide im-
proved handling and acceleration over
two-wheel drive vehicles.
• Snow – Tuning set for additional sta-
bility 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 launches, to minimize wheel slippage.
• Sport – This mode alters the transmission's automatic shift schedule for sportier
driving. Upshift speeds are increased to make full use of available engine power.
• Sand/Mud – Off road calibration for use on low traction surfaces such as mud,
sand, or wet grass. Driveline is maximized for traction. Some binding may be felt
on less forgiving surfaces. The electronic brake controls are set to limit traction
control management of throttle and wheel spin.
• Rock – Off-road calibration only available in 4WD LOW range. Traction based
tuning with improved steer-ability for use on high traction off-road surfaces.
Activate the Hill Descent Control for steep downhill control. Use for low speed
obstacles such as large rocks, deep ruts, etc.
NOTE:
SPORT mode is not available when 4WD LOW is selected.
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