2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner's Manual
Year:
2023
Make:
Jeep
Model:
Grand Cherokee
Rating:
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION
12
SYMBOLS KEY
13
ROLLOVER WARNING
13
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
14
SYMBOL GLOSSARY
14
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
20
KEYS
20
Key Fob
20
To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
20
Using The Panic Feature
21
Key Left Vehicle Feature
21
Using The Key Fob To Open Vehicle Windows — If Equipped
21
Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob
21
Programming And Requesting Additional Key Fobs
23
SENTRY KEY
24
IGNITION SWITCH
24
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition
24
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED
26
How To Use Remote Start
26
To Exit Remote Start Mode
27
Remote Start Front Defrost Activation — If Equipped
27
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped
27
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De-Icer Activation — If Equipped
28
Remote Start Abort Message
28
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
28
To Arm The System
28
To Disarm The System
29
Rearming Of The System
29
Security System Manual Override
29
Tamper Alert
29
DOORS
29
Manual Door Locks
29
Power Door Locks
30
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry
31
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit
33
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped
33
Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors
33
STEERING WHEEL
34
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column — If Equipped
34
Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column — If Equipped
34
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped
35
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS — IF EQUIPPED
35
Introducing Voice Recognition
35
Basic Voice Commands
35
Get Started
36
Additional Information
36
DRIVER AND PASSENGER MEMORY SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED
36
Programming The Memory Feature
37
Linking And Unlinking The Key Fob To Memory
37
Memory Position Recall
38
SEATS
38
Manual Adjustment (Front Seats) — If Equipped
38
Manual Front Passenger Seat Forward/ Rearward Adjustment
38
Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment — Recline
39
Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats)
39
Second Row Bench Seat — If Equipped
40
Second Row Bench Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment
40
Second Row Bench Seat Recline Adjustment
40
Second Row Bench Fold Flat Seat
40
Second Row Bench Seat Easy Access For Third Row — If Equipped
41
Second Row Captain’s Chairs — If Equipped
41
Second Row Captain’s Chairs Forward/ Rearward Adjustment
41
Second Row Captain’s Chairs Recline Adjustment
42
Second Row Captain’s Chairs Fold Flat Seats
42
Second Row Captain’s Chair Easy Access For Third Row
42
Manual Folding Third Row — If Equipped
43
Power Adjustment (Front Seats) — If Equipped
43
Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward
44
Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down
44
Tilting The Seat Up Or Down
44
Reclining The Seatback
44
Seatback Bolster Adjustment
44
Cushion Extender
45
Power Lumbar — If Equipped
45
Easy Entry/Exit Seat — If Equipped
45
Power Adjustment (Rear Seats) — If Equipped
45
Rear Seat Power Folding Seatbacks — If Equipped
46
Power Seatback Massage — If Equipped
46
Heated Seats — If Equipped
47
Front Heated Seats
47
Rear Heated Seats — If Equipped
48
Ventilated Seats — If Equipped
48
Front Ventilated Seats
48
Rear Ventilated Seats — If Equipped
48
Head Restraints
49
Front Head Restraints
49
Head Restraints — Second Row Captain’s Chairs (If Equipped)
50
Head Restraints — Second Row Bench (If Equipped)
50
Third Row Head Restraints — If Equipped
51
MIRRORS
51
Inside Rearview Mirror
51
Manual Mirror — If Equipped
51
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
52
Digital Rearview Mirror — If Equipped
52
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
52
Sun Visor Slide-On-Rod Feature — If Equipped
53
Outside Mirrors
53
Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
53
Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal And Approach Lighting — If Equipped
53
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
54
Power Mirrors
54
Automatic Power Folding Mirrors — If Equipped
55
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
55
Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped
55
Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) — If Equipped
55
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink®
56
Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels
56
Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling Code Or Non-Rolling Code Device
56
Programming HomeLink® To A Garage Door Opener
56
Programming HomeLink® To A Miscellaneous Device
57
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button
58
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
58
Security
59
Troubleshooting Tips
59
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
59
Headlight Switch
59
Multifunction Lever
60
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — If Equipped
60
High/Low Beam Switch
61
Automatic High Beams — If Equipped
61
Flash-To-Pass
61
Automatic Headlights
61
Parking Lights And Panel Lights
61
Headlights On Automatically With Wipers
62
Headlight Illumination On Approach
62
Headlight Delay
62
Lights-On Reminder
63
Fog Lights — If Equipped
63
Turn Signals
63
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped
63
Automatic Headlight Leveling — If Equipped
63
Battery Saver
64
INTERIOR LIGHTS
64
Courtesy Lights
64
Front Map/Reading Lights — If Equipped
64
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights
64
Dimmer Controls
64
Multicolor Ambient Lighting — If Equipped
65
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
66
Windshield Wiper Operation
66
Intermittent Wiper System
66
Windshield Washer Operation
66
Mist
67
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped
67
Rear Wiper And Washer
68
Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped
68
CLIMATE CONTROLS
68
Automatic Climate Control Descriptions And Functions
68
Max A/C Button
69
A/C Button
69
Recirculation Button
69
AUTO Button
69
MAX Defrost Button
69
Rear Defrost Button
69
Rear Climate Control Button
70
Driver And Passenger Temperature Switches
70
SYNC Button
70
Blower Control
70
Mode Control
70
Panel Mode
71
Bi-Level Mode
71
Floor Mode
71
Mix Mode
71
Combine Modes
71
Climate Control OFF Button
71
Controlling The Rear Climate Controls From The Front ATC Panel
71
Rear Auto Button
72
Rear Lock Button
72
Front Climate Button
72
SYNC Button
72
Rear Blower Control
72
Rear Mode Control
72
Rear Climate Control OFF Button
72
Rear Automatic Temperature Control
73
AUTO Button
73
Rear Temperature Control
73
Rear Blower Control
73
Rear Mode Control
73
Panel Mode
73
Bi-Level Mode
73
Floor Mode
73
Rear Temperature Lock
74
Rear Lock
74
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
74
Automatic Operation
74
Manual Operation Override
74
Climate Voice Recognition
74
Operating Tips
75
Summer Operation
75
Winter Operation
75
Vacation/Storage
75
Window Fogging
75
Outside Air Intake
75
Cabin Air Filter
75
Stop/Start System — If Equipped
75
Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped
75
Operating Tips Chart
76
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT
76
Storage
76
Glove Compartment
76
Front Center Console
77
Sunglasses Bin Door
77
Rear Full Center Console — If Equipped
77
Lighted Cupholders — If Equipped
78
Sun Screens — If Equipped
78
USB/AUX Control
79
Connecting AUX Or The External USB Device
79
Using This Feature
80
Second And Third Row USB Ports
80
Electrical Power Outlets
80
Power Inverter — If Equipped
82
Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped
82
WINDOWS
83
Power Window Controls
83
Automatic Window Features
84
Reset Auto-Up
84
Window Lockout Switch
85
Wind Buffeting
85
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
85
Single Pane Power Sunroof — If Equipped
85
Opening And Closing The Sunroof
86
Pinch Protect Feature
86
Sunshade Operation
86
Ignition Off Operation
86
Sunroof Maintenance
86
Dual Pane Power Sunroof — If Equipped
87
Opening And Closing The Sunroof
87
Opening And Closing The Power Sunshade
88
Pinch Protect Feature
88
Ignition Off Operation
88
Sunroof Maintenance
88
HOOD
89
Opening The Hood
89
Closing The Hood
89
LIFTGATE
90
To Unlock/Open The Liftgate
90
To Lock/Close The Liftgate
90
Adjustable Power Liftgate Height
91
Hands-Free Liftgate — If Equipped
91
Cargo Area Features
92
Cargo Storage
92
Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
93
Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped
94
Foldable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped
94
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
95
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
97
DIGITAL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
97
Digital Instrument Cluster Descriptions
98
ANALOG INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
99
Analog Instrument Cluster Descriptions
100
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
100
Location And Controls
100
Custom Tile Configuration
102
Engine Oil Life Reset
102
Display And Messages
103
Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items
105
Main Menu
105
Driver Info
105
Vehicle Info
105
Trip
106
Navigation — If Equipped
106
Off Road
106
Audio
106
Stored Messages
106
Settings
106
Head Up Display (HUD) — If Equipped
107
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message — Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped
108
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
110
Red Warning Lights
110
Active Driving Assist - Driver Inattentiveness Warning Light
110
Air Bag Warning Light
110
Brake Warning Light
110
Battery Charge Warning Light
111
Door Open Warning Light
111
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault Warning Light
111
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
111
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
111
Hood Open Warning Light
112
Liftgate Open Warning Light
112
Night Vision Animal Warning Light
112
Night Vision Pedestrian Warning Light
112
Oil Pressure Warning Light
112
Oil Temperature Warning Light
112
Rear Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light — If Equipped
112
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
112
Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If Equipped
112
Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
113
Yellow Warning Lights
113
Active Driving Assist - Driver Inattentiveness Warning Light
113
Active Driving Assist Fault Warning Light
113
Air Suspension Fault Warning Light
113
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
113
Electric Park Brake Fault Warning Light
113
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light — If Equipped
113
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light — If Equipped
114
Service Active Lane Management Warning Light — If Equipped
114
Active Lane Management Warning Light — If Equipped
114
Fuel Level Sensor Failure Warning Light
114
Low Fuel Warning Light
114
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light — If Equipped
114
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)
114
Night Vision Animal Warning Light
115
Night Vision Pedestrian Warning Light
115
Service 4WD Warning Light — If Equipped
115
Service Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Warning Light
115
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Or Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) Warning Light — If Equipped
115
Service Stop/Start System Warning Light — If Equipped
115
Sway Bar Fault Warning Light
115
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light
115
Yellow Indicator Lights
116
4WD Low Indicator Light — If Equipped
116
Air Suspension Active Indicator Light — If Equipped
116
Air Suspension Aerodynamic Height Indicator Light— If Equipped
116
Air Suspension Entry/Exit Indicator Light— If Equipped
116
Air Suspension Off-Road 1 Indicator Light — If Equipped
116
Air Suspension Off-Road 2 Indicator Light — If Equipped
116
Auto HOLD! Fault Indicator Light — If Equipped
117
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Or Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped
117
Max Payload Exceeded Indicator Light
117
NEUTRAL Indicator Light — If Equipped
117
Sway Bar Indicator Light — If Equipped
117
Green Indicator Lights
117
Active Driving Assist - Driver Attentive Indicator Light
117
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Indicator Light — If Equipped
117
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With No Target Detected Indicator Light — If Equipped
117
Auto HOLD Indicator Light — If Equipped
117
Cruise Control SET Indicator Light — If Equipped
117
Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
117
Active Lane Management Indicator Light — If Equipped
117
Night Vision Active Indicator Light — If Equipped
118
Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light
118
Rear Seat Belt Fastened Indicator Light — If Equipped
118
Sport Mode Indicator Light
118
Stop/Start Active Indicator Light — If Equipped
118
Turn Signal/Hazard Indicator Lights
118
White Indicator Lights
118
Active Driving Assist On Indicator Light
118
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready Indicator Light — If Equipped
118
Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light
118
Hill Descent Control (HDC) Indicator Light — If Equipped
118
Rear Seat Unoccupied Indicator Light — If Equipped
118
Selec-Speed Control Indicator Light — If Equipped
119
Blue Indicator Lights
119
High Beam Indicator Light
119
Gray Indicator Lights
119
Night Vision Suppressed Indicator Light — If Equipped
119
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
119
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity
119
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
120
STARTING AND OPERATING
121
STARTING THE ENGINE
121
Automatic Transmission
121
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Ignition
121
Normal Starting
121
AutoPark
122
Extended Park Starting
123
If Engine Fails To Start
124
Cold Weather Operation (Below –22°F Or −30°C)
124
After Starting
124
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
124
PARKING BRAKE
125
Electric Park Brake (EPB)
125
Auto Park Brake
127
SafeHold
127
Hold ‘N Go — If Equipped
127
Brake Maintenance Mode
127
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
128
Ignition Park Interlock
129
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) System
129
8-Speed Automatic Transmission
129
Gear Ranges
130
PARK (P)
130
REVERSE (R)
130
NEUTRAL (N)
131
DRIVE (D)
131
Transmission Limp Home Mode
131
AutoStick — If Equipped
132
SPORT MODE — IF EQUIPPED
133
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION
133
Quadra-Trac I Operating Instructions/Precautions — If Equipped
133
Quadra-Trac II Operating Instructions/Precautions — If Equipped
133
Shift Positions
134
4WD HI
134
N (NEUTRAL)
134
4WD LOW
134
Shifting Procedures
134
4WD HI To 4WD LOW
134
4WD LOW To 4WD HI
135
Quadra-Trac II System — If Equipped
135
Electronic Sway Bar Disconnect — If Equipped
135
SELEC-TERRAIN — IF EQUIPPED
136
Selec-Terrain Mode Selection
136
Instrument Cluster Display Messages
137
QUADRA-LIFT — IF EQUIPPED
138
Description
138
Air Suspension Modes
140
Instrument Cluster Display Messages
140
Operation
140
FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ONLY — IF EQUIPPED
141
POWER STEERING
141
STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
142
Autostop Mode
142
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not Autostop
142
To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode
143
To Manually Turn Off The Stop/ Start System
143
To Manually Turn On The Stop/ Start System
143
System Malfunction
143
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS
144
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
144
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation
145
Driving Assist Menu
145
Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
146
To Activate/Deactivate
146
To Set A Desired Speed
146
To Cancel
147
To Turn Off
147
To Resume
147
To Vary The Speed Setting
148
Setting The Following Distance In ACC
148
Overtake Aid
149
ACC Operation At Stop
149
Display Warnings And Maintenance
150
“Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning
150
“Clean Front Windshield” Warning
150
Service ACC Warning
151
Precautions While Driving With ACC
151
Towing A Trailer
151
Offset Driving
151
Turns And Bends
151
Using ACC On Hills
152
Lane Changing
152
Narrow Vehicles
152
Stationary Objects And Vehicles
152
TRAFFIC SIGN ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
153
Activation/Deactivation
153
Traffic Sign Assist Modes
153
Indications On The Display
153
ACTIVE DRIVING ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
154
Operation
154
Turning Active Driving Assist On Or Off
157
Indications On The Display
158
System Status
159
System Operation/Limitations
160
PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
161
ParkSense Sensors
162
ParkSense Display
162
ParkSense Warning Display
165
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense
165
Service The ParkSense Park Assist System
165
Cleaning The ParkSense System
166
ParkSense System Usage Precautions
166
Side Distance Warning System
167
Side Distance Warning Display
167
Activation/Deactivation
167
ParkSense Usage Precautions
168
PARKSENSE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
168
Enabling And Disabling The ParkSense Active Park Assist System
169
Parallel/Perpendicular Parking Space Assistance Operation
170
Exiting The Parking Space
172
ACTIVE LANE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
173
Active Lane Management Operation
173
Turning Active Lane Management On Or Off
174
Active Lane Management Warning Message
174
Changing Active Lane Management Status
176
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA
176
Zoom View
177
Viewing At Speed
178
TRAILCAM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
178
FAMCAM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
179
NIGHT VISION CAMERA SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
179
Detection Range
181
Service The Night Vision System
182
Night Vision System Limitations
182
SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
183
Zoom View
185
REFUELING THE VEHICLE
185
VEHICLE LOADING
186
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
186
Payload
186
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
186
Tire Size
186
Rim Size
186
Inflation Pressure
187
Curb Weight
187
Loading
187
TRAILER TOWING
187
Common Towing Definitions
187
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
187
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
187
Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
188
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
188
Tongue Weight (TW)
188
Trailer Frontal Area
188
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
188
Weight-Carrying Hitch
188
Weight-Distributing Hitch
188
Recommended Distribution Hitch Adjustment
189
Trailer Hitch Classification
190
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
191
Trailer Hitch Receiver Cover Removal — If Equipped
193
Trailer And Tongue Weight
193
Towing Requirements
194
Towing Requirements — Tires
194
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
195
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring
195
Towing Tips
196
Automatic Transmission
196
Cruise Control — If Equipped
196
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME)
197
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
197
Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models
198
Recreational Towing — Quadra-Trac I (Single-Speed Transfer Case without 4WD LOW Range) Four-Wheel Drive Models
198
Recreational Towing — Quadra–Trac II with 4WD LOW Range
198
Shifting Into Transfer Case N (NEUTRAL)
199
Shifting Out Of Transfer Case N (NEUTRAL)
200
DRIVING TIPS
201
On-Road Driving Tips
201
Off-Road Driving Tips
202
Quadra-Lift — If Equipped
202
When To Use 4WD LOW Range — If Equipped
202
Driving Through Water
202
Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
203
Hill Climbing
203
Traction Downhill
203
After Driving Off-Road
204
MULTIMEDIA
205
UCONNECT SYSTEMS
205
CYBERSECURITY
205
UCONNECT SETTINGS
206
Customer Programmable Features
206
Display
207
Entertainment Screens
208
My Profile
209
Safety & Driving Assistance
212
Clock & Date
215
Phone/Bluetooth®
216
Voice
216
Navigation
217
Camera
217
Mirrors & Wipers
218
Lights
219
Brakes
220
Doors & Locks
221
Seats & Comfort
222
Key Off Options
223
Suspension
224
Audio
225
Notifications
226
SiriusXM® Setup
227
Accessibility — If Equipped
227
Software Updates
228
System Information
228
Reset
229
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
230
Radio Operation
230
Media Mode
230
PASSENGER SCREEN — IF EQUIPPED
230
Passenger Screen Permissions
231
Home Screen
231
Audio And Video
232
Rear Seat Entertainment With Amazon Fire TV Built-In — If Equipped
234
HDMI Projecting
234
Device Manager
234
Navigation
235
Camera
235
3RD PARTY APPS
235
REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT (RSE) WITH AMAZON FIRE TV BUILT-IN — IF EQUIPPED
236
Overview
236
Getting Started
237
Accessing Rear Seat Entertainment with Fire TV built-in from the Front Radio Screen
237
Accessing Rear Seat Entertainment with Fire TV built-in from the Rear Screens
238
Accessing Rear Seat Entertainment with Fire TV built-in from the Passenger Screen — If Equipped
238
First Time Starting Up (Using the Rear Screens)
238
Alexa Voice Control
239
Listen Via Vehicle Speakers
239
Quick Menu
239
Parental Controls (Using the Rear Screens)
240
Voice Remote with Alexa Pairing (Using the Rear Screens)
240
Media Sources Input (Using the Front Radio and Rear Screens)
240
Voice Remote with Alexa
241
Replacing the Voice Remote with Alexa Batteries
241
Rear Seat Entertainment with Fire TV Built-In streaming (Using the Front Radio and Rear Screens)
242
Fire TV
242
Fire TV Apps/Games (Using the Rear Screens)
243
Are We There Yet?
243
Using The Video USB Port
244
Play Video Games
244
Headphones Operation
244
Rear Climate Controls
245
Legal & Compliance
247
OFF-ROAD PAGES — IF EQUIPPED
247
Off-Road Pages Status Bar
247
Vehicle Dynamics
248
Accessory Gauges
248
Pitch & Roll
248
Selec-Terrain — If Equipped
248
Suspension — If Equipped
249
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES
249
Regulatory And Safety Information
249
SAFETY
250
SAFETY FEATURES
250
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
250
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
250
Drowsy Driver Detection (DDD) — If Equipped
251
To Activate/Deactivate
251
System Operation
251
Rear Seat Reminder Alert (RSRA)
251
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System
252
Brake Assist System (BAS)
252
Brake System Warning Light
252
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
253
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
253
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
253
ESC Operating Modes
254
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light
254
Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped
255
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
256
Disabling And Enabling HSA
257
Towing With HSA
257
Rain Brake Support (RBS)
257
Ready Alert Braking (RAB)
257
Selec-Speed Control (SSC) — If Equipped
257
Traction Control System (TCS)
259
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
259
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS
260
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
260
Rear Cross Path (RCP)
262
Blind Spot Modes
262
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation
263
FCW Braking Status And Sensitivity
264
FCW Limited Warning
265
Service FCW Warning
265
Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) — If Equipped
265
Intersection Collision Assist (ICA) — If Equipped
266
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
266
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Low Pressure Warnings
268
Service TPMS Warning
269
TPMS Deactivation — If Equipped
269
Tire Fill Alert
270
Selectable Tire Fill Alert (STFA) — If Equipped
270
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
271
Occupant Restraint Systems Features
271
Important Safety Precautions
271
Seat Belt Systems
272
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)
272
Lap/Shoulder Belts
273
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
275
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
275
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
276
Seat Belt Extender
276
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
277
Seat Belt Pretensioner
277
Energy Management Feature
277
Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
277
Third Row Stow Clip — If Equipped
279
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)
279
Air Bag System Components
279
Air Bag Warning Light
279
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light
280
Front Air Bags
280
Driver And Passenger Front Air Bag Features
281
Front Air Bag Operation
281
Occupant Classification System (OCS) — Front Passenger Seat
282
Knee Impact Bolsters
286
Supplemental Driver And Front Passenger Knee Air Bags
286
Supplemental Side Air Bags
286
Air Bag System Components
288
If A Deployment Occurs
288
Enhanced Accident Response System
289
Enhanced Accident Response System Reset Procedure
289
Maintaining Your Air Bag System
290
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
290
Child Restraints
291
Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles
292
Infant And Child Restraints
292
Older Children And Child Restraints
293
Children Too Large For Booster Seats
293
Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints
294
Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH) Restraint System
294
LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
295
Locating The LATCH Anchorages
297
Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages
297
Center Seat LATCH
298
To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint
299
How To Stow An Unused Switchable-ALR (ALR) Seat Belt:
299
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt
300
Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
301
Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR):
302
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage
302
SAFETY TIPS
305
Transporting Passengers
305
Transporting Pets
305
Connected Vehicles
305
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
305
Seat Belts
305
Air Bag Warning Light
305
Defroster
306
Floor Mat Safety Information
306
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
307
Tires
307
Lights
307
Door Latches
307
Fluid Leaks
307
Exhaust Gas
307
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
308
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
309
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
309
ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
309
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
312
Preparations For Jacking
313
Jack Location
313
Spare Tire Stowage
315
Second Row Seating — If Equipped
315
Third Row Seating — If Equipped
315
Spare Tire Removal
315
Second Row Seating — If Equipped
316
Third Row Seating — If Equipped
316
Jacking Instructions
317
Second Row Seating — If Equipped
320
Third Row Seating — If Equipped
321
JUMP STARTING
321
Preparations For Jump Start
322
Jump Starting Procedure
322
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY
323
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
324
MANUAL PARK RELEASE
325
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
327
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
328
Rear-Wheel Drive Models
329
Four-Wheel Drive Models
330
Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped
330
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS)
331
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)
331
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
332
SCHEDULED SERVICING
332
Maintenance Plan
333
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
336
2.0L Engine
336
3.6L Engine
337
5.7L Engine
338
Checking Oil Level
339
Adding Washer Fluid
339
Maintenance-Free Battery
340
Pressure Washing
340
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
340
Engine Oil
340
Engine Oil Selection
340
American Petroleum Institute (API) Approved Engine Oil
341
Synthetic Engine Oils
341
Materials Added To Engine Oil
341
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
341
Engine Oil Filter
341
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
341
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection and Replacement
342
Air Conditioner Maintenance
342
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling — R–1234yf
343
Cabin Air Filter Replacement
343
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
344
Body Lubrication
345
Windshield Wiper Blades
345
Front Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
345
Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
347
Exhaust System
347
Cooling System
348
Engine Coolant Checks
349
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
349
Selection Of Coolant
349
Adding Coolant
349
Cooling System Pressure Cap
350
Disposal Of Used Coolant
350
Coolant Level
350
Engine Coolant Level — 2.0L
351
Cooling System Notes
351
Brake System
352
Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder
352
Automatic Transmission
353
Special Additives
353
Fluid Level Check
353
Fluid And Filter Changes
353
Selection Of Lubricant
353
Front/Rear Axle Fluid
353
Front Axle Fluid Level Check
353
Rear Axle Fluid Level Check
354
Selection Of Lubricant
354
Transfer Case
354
Fluid Level Check
354
Adding Fluid
354
Drain
354
Selection Of Lubricant
354
Fuses
354
General Information
354
Underhood Fuses
355
Interior Power Distribution Center
363
Rear Power Distribution Center
369
Bulb Replacement
376
Replacement Bulbs, Names, And Part Numbers
376
TIRES
376
Tire Safety Information
376
Tire Markings
376
Tire Sizing Chart
377
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
379
Tire Terminology And Definitions
380
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
381
Loading
381
Tires — General Information
384
Tire Pressure
384
Tire Inflation Pressures
384
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
385
Radial Ply Tires
385
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
386
Tire Spinning
386
Tread Wear Indicators
386
Life Of Tire
386
Replacement Tires
387
Tire Types
387
All Season Tires — If Equipped
387
Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped
387
Snow Tires
388
Spare Tires — If Equipped
388
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel — If Equipped
388
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
388
Collapsible Spare Tire — If Equipped
389
Full Size Spare — If Equipped
389
Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
389
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
390
Snow Traction Devices
391
Tire Rotation Recommendations
393
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES
393
Treadwear
393
Traction Grades
394
Temperature Grades
394
STORING THE VEHICLE
394
BODYWORK
394
Protection From Atmospheric Agents
394
What Causes Corrosion?
395
Body And Underbody Maintenance
395
Cleaning Headlights
395
Preserving The Bodywork
395
Washing
395
Special Care
395
INTERIORS
396
Seats And Fabric Parts
396
Seat Belt Maintenance
396
Plastic And Coated Parts
396
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
397
Leather Surfaces
397
Glass Surfaces
397
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
398
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
398
BRAKE SYSTEM
398
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
398
Torque Specifications
398
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
399
2.0L Engine
399
3.6L Engine
399
5.7L Engine
399
Reformulated Gasoline
400
Materials Added To Fuel
400
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
400
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
400
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications
400
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline
401
Fuel System Cautions
401
FLUID CAPACITIES
402
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
403
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
404
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
405
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE
405
Prepare For The Appointment
405
Prepare A List
405
Be Reasonable With Requests
405
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
405
Roadside Assistance
406
FCA US LLC Customer Center
407
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center
407
Mexico
407
Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands
407
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
407
Service Contract
407
WARRANTY INFORMATION
408
MOPAR® PARTS
408
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
408
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
408
In Canada
409
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS
409
Change Of Ownership Or Address
410
GENERAL INFORMATION
410
INDEX
411
2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overview
Introduction
The 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee continues to set the standard for midsize SUVs, blending rugged capability with luxurious comfort. This iconic vehicle is designed for those who crave adventure without sacrificing style. With its modern, bold aesthetics and advanced technology, the Grand Cherokee caters to families and thrill-seekers alike, promising a refined driving experience on and off the road.
Powertrains
The 2023 Grand Cherokee offers a diverse range of powertrains to suit varying performance expectations. The base model is powered by a robust 3.6-liter V6 engine, delivering 293 horsepower and impressive fuel efficiency. For buyers seeking more power, an optional 5.7-liter V8 engine produces a commanding 357 horsepower. In addition, the Grand Cherokee provides an innovative 4xe plug-in hybrid variant, combining a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four with electric motors, offering 375 horsepower and elevating efficiency for eco-conscious drivers.
Trims
This year, the Grand Cherokee comes in multiple trims: Laredo, Altitude, Limited, Overland, Summit, and the high-performance Summit Reserve. Each trim level introduces unique features and luxurious upgrades, from premium audio systems and advanced driver-assistance technologies to opulent interior finishes, ensuring every driver's needs and preferences are met.
Features
The 2023 Grand Cherokee boasts an impressive array of features that enhance convenience and entertainment. An intuitive Uconnect 5 infotainment system with a large touchscreen keeps you connected on the go. Safety is paramount, with standard and available technologies like adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring. Additionally, the spacious interior offers flexible cargo configurations, ensuring practicality for all your journeys.
Owner's Manual
The owner's manual for the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee provides essential information and guidance on vehicle maintenance, engine specifications, safety features, and troubleshooting tips. It serves as an invaluable resource for ensuring optimum vehicle performance, helping owners get the most out of their Grand Cherokee experience.
User manual download
The Jeep Grand Cherokee owner manual for the 2023 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2023 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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