Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT (2018 year). Manual — part 21

Once the vehicle is in a standstill condition, the driver will
be instructed to place the gear selector into the DRIVE
position.

When the driver places the gear selector into the DRIVE
position, the system may instruct the driver to wait for
steering to complete.

Check Surroundings — Shift To Drive

Check Surroundings — Wait For Steering To Complete

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The system will then instruct the driver to check their
surroundings and move forward.

When the vehicle has reached the end of its forward
movement, the system will instruct the driver to check
their surroundings and stop the vehicle’s movement.

NOTE:

It is the driver’s responsibility to use the brake and

stop the vehicle. The driver should check their surround-
ings and be prepared to stop the vehicle either when
instructed to, or when driver intervention is required.

Check Surroundings — Move Forward

Check Surroundings — STOP

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Once the vehicle is in a standstill condition, the driver will
be instructed to place the gear selector into the REVERSE
position.

When the driver places the gear selector into the REVERSE
position, the system may instruct the driver to wait for
steering to complete.

Check Surroundings — Shift To Reverse

Check Surroundings — Wait For Steering To Complete

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The system will then instruct the driver to check their
surroundings and move backward.

Your vehicle is now in the perpendicular park position.
When the maneuver is complete, the driver will be in-
structed to check the vehicle’s parking position. If the
driver is satisfied with the vehicle position, they should
shift to PARK. The

⬙Active ParkSense Complete - Check

Parking Position

⬙ message will be momentarily displayed.

WARNING!

• Drivers must be careful when performing parallel or

perpendicular parking maneuvers even when using
the ParkSense Active Park Assist system. Always
check carefully behind and in front of your vehicle,
look behind and in front of you, and be sure to check
for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions,
and blind spots before backing up and moving
forward. You are responsible for safety and must

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Check Surroundings — Move Backward

Active ParkSense Complete — Check Parking Position

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WARNING! (Continued)

continue to pay attention to your surroundings. Fail-
ure to do so can result in serious injury or death.

• Before using the ParkSense Active Park Assist system,

it is strongly recommended that the ball mount and
hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the vehicle
when the vehicle is not used for towing. Failure to do
so can result in injury or damage to vehicles or
obstacles because the hitch ball will be much closer to
the obstacle than the rear fascia when the loudspeaker
sounds the continuous tone. Also, the sensors could
detect the ball mount and hitch ball assembly, depend-
ing on its size and shape, giving a false indication that
an obstacle is behind the vehicle.

CAUTION!

• The ParkSense Active Park Assist system is only a

parking aid and it is unable to recognize every
obstacle, including small obstacles. Parking curbs
might be temporarily detected or not detected at all.
Obstacles located above or below the sensors will
not be detected when they are in close proximity.

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CAUTION! (Continued)

• The vehicle must be driven slowly when using the

ParkSense Active Park Assist system in order to be
able to stop in time when an obstacle is detected. It is
recommended that the driver looks over his/her
shoulder when using the ParkSense Active Park
Assist system.

LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED

LaneSense Operation

The LaneSense system is operational at speeds above
37 mph (60 km/h) and below 112 mph (180 km/h). The
LaneSense system uses a forward looking camera to detect
lane markings and measure vehicle position within the
lane boundaries.

When both lane markings are detected and the driver
unintentionally drifts out of the lane (no turn signal
applied), the LaneSense system provides a haptic warning
in the form of torque applied to the steering wheel to
prompt the driver to remain within the lane boundaries. If
the driver continues to unintentionally drift out of the lane,

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the LaneSense system provides a visual warning through
the instrument cluster display to prompt the driver to
remain within the lane boundaries.

The driver may manually override the haptic warning by
applying torque into the steering wheel at any time.

When only a single lane marking is detected and the driver
unintentionally drifts across the lane marking (no turn
signal applied), the LaneSense system provides visual and
haptic warnings through the instrument cluster display to
prompt the driver to remain within the lane. When only a
single lane marking is detected, a haptic (torque) warning
will not be provided.

NOTE:

When operating conditions have been met, the

LaneSense system will monitor if the driver’s hands are on
the steering wheel and provides an audible warning to the
driver when the driver’s hands are not detected on the
steering wheel. The system will cancel if the driver does
not return their hands to the wheel.

Turning LaneSense On Or Off

The default status of LaneSense is off. The LED in Lane-
Sense button will be illuminated while the system is
deactivated.

The LaneSense button is located on the switch panel below
the Uconnect display.

LaneSense Warning Button

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To turn the LaneSense system on, push the LaneSense
button (LED turns off). A “LaneSense On” message is
shown in the instrument cluster display.

To turn the LaneSense system off, push the LaneSense
button once (LED turns on).

NOTE:

The LaneSense system will retain the last system

state on or off from the last ignition cycle when the ignition
is changed to the ON/RUN position.

LaneSense Warning Message

The LaneSense system will indicate the current lane drift
condition through the instrument cluster display.

Premium Instrument Cluster Display

When the LaneSense system is on; the lane lines are gray
when both of the lane boundaries have not been detected
and the LaneSense telltale

is solid white.

LaneSense On Message

System On (Gray Lines/White Telltale

)

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Left Lane Departure — Only Left Lane Detected
• When the LaneSense system is on, the LaneSense telltale

is solid white when only the left lane marking has

been detected and the system is ready to provide
visual warnings in the instrument cluster display if an
unintentional lane departure occurs.

• When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been

approached and is in a lane departure situation, the left
thick lane line flashes yellow (on/off), the left thin line
remains solid yellow and the LaneSense telltale

changes from solid white to flashing yellow.

NOTE:

The LaneSense system operates with the similar

behavior for a right lane departure when only the right
lane marking has been detected.

Lane Approached (Flashing Yellow Thick Line, Solid

Yellow Thin Line/Flashing Yellow Telltale

)

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Left Lane Departure — Both Lanes Detected
• When the LaneSense system is on, the lane lines turn

from gray to white to indicate that both of the lane
markings have been detected. The LaneSense telltale

is solid green when both lane markings have been

detected and the system is on to provide visual
warnings in the instrument cluster display and a
torque warning in the steering wheel if an uninten-
tional lane departure occurs.

• When the LaneSense system senses a lane drift situation,

the left thick lane line and left thin line turn solid yellow.
The LaneSense telltale

changes from solid green to

solid yellow. At this time torque is applied to the
steering wheel in the opposite direction of the lane
boundary.

• For example: If approaching the left side of the lane the

steering wheel will turn to the right.

• When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been

approached and is in a lane departure situation, the left
thick lane line flashes yellow (on/off) and the left thin
line remains solid yellow. The LaneSense telltale

changes from solid yellow to flashing yellow. At

Lanes Sensed (White Lines/Green Telltale

)

Lane Sensed (Solid Yellow Thick Line, Solid Yellow Thin

Line/Solid Yellow Telltale

)

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this time torque is applied to the steering wheel in the
opposite direction of the lane boundary.

• For example: If approaching the left side of the lane the

steering wheel will turn to the right.

NOTE:

The LaneSense system operates with the similar

behavior for a right lane departure.

Changing LaneSense Status

The LaneSense system has settings to adjust the intensity of
the torque warning and the warning zone sensitivity
(early/late) that you can configure through the Uconnect
system screen. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multime-
dia” for further information.

NOTE:
• When enabled the system operates above 37 mph

(60 km/h) and below 112 mph (180 km/h).

• Use of the turn signal suppresses the warnings.
• The system will not apply torque to the steering wheel

whenever a safety system engages (anti-lock brakes,
traction control system, electronic stability control, for-
ward collision warning, etc.).

Lane Approached (Flashing Yellow Thick Line, Solid

Yellow Thin Line/Flashing Yellow Telltale

)

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PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF
EQUIPPED

Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear
Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen image
of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the gear
selector is put into REVERSE. The image will be displayed
on the Navigation/Multimedia radio display screen along
with a caution note to “check entire surroundings” across
the top of the screen. After five seconds this note will
disappear. The ParkView camera is located on the rear of
the vehicle above the rear license plate.

When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera
delay turned off), the rear camera mode is exited and the
navigation or audio screen appears again.

When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera
delay turned on), the rear view image with dynamic grid
lines will be displayed for up to 10 seconds after shifting

out of REVERSE unless the forward vehicle speed exceeds
8 mph (13 km/h), the transmission is shifted into PARK or
the ignition is switched to the OFF position.

NOTE:

The ParkView Rear Back Up Camera has program-

mable modes of operation that may be selected through the
Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi-
media” for further information.

When enabled, active guide lines are overlaid on the image
to illustrate the width of the vehicle and its projected
backup path based on the steering wheel position. A
dashed center line overlay indicates the center of the
vehicle to assist with parking or aligning to a hitch/
receiver. Different colored zones indicate the distance to the
rear of the vehicle. The following table shows the approxi-
mate distances for each zone:

Zone

Distance To The Rear Of The Vehicle

Red

0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm)

Yellow

1 ft - 6.5 ft (30 cm - 2 m)

Green

6.5 ft or greater (2 m or greater)

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WARNING!

Drivers must be careful when backing up even when
using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always
check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to
check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstruc-
tions, or blind spots before backing up. You are re-
sponsible for the safety of your surroundings and must
continue to pay attention while backing up. Failure to
do so can result in serious injury or death.

CAUTION!

• To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only be

used as a parking aid. The ParkView camera is
unable to view every obstacle or object in your drive
path.

• To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be driven

slowly when using ParkView to be able to stop in
time when an obstacle is seen. It is recommended
that the driver look frequently over his/her shoulder
when using ParkView.

NOTE:

If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds

up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, and
dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens.

Rear Camera — Viewing At Speed

When the vehicle is in park, neutral or drive, the Rear View
Camera can be activated with the “Rear View Camera”
button

in the Controls menu. This feature allows the

customer to monitor the area directly behind the vehicle
(or trailer, if equipped) for up to ten seconds while at
speed. If the vehicle speed remains below 8 mph
(13 km/h), the Rear View Camera image will be dis-
played continuously until deactivated via the “X” but-
ton on the touchscreen.

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REFUELING THE VEHICLE

1. Push the fuel filler door release switch (located under

the headlamp switch).

2. Open the fuel filler door.

NOTE:

In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel

door from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on the fuel
door to break the ice buildup and re-release the fuel door
using the inside release button. Do not pry on the door.

3. There is no fuel filler cap. Two flapper doors inside the

pipe seals the system.

4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe, the nozzle

opens and holds the flapper doors while refueling.

5. Fill the vehicle with fuel, when the fuel nozzle “clicks”

or shuts off the fuel tank is full.

Fuel Filler Door Release Switch

Fuel Filler Door Latch

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6. Wait five seconds before removing the fuel nozzle to

allow fuel to drain from nozzle.

7. Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door.

Emergency Gas Can Refueling
• Most gas cans will not open the flapper doors.
• A funnel is provided to open the flapper doors to allow

emergency refueling with a gas can.

• Retrieve funnel from the spare tire storage area.
• Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel

nozzle.

• Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper doors

open.

• Pour fuel into funnel opening.
• Remove funnel from filler pipe, clean off prior to putting

back in the spare tire storage area.

WARNING!

• Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the

vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is
being filled.

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is

in violation of most state and federal fire regulations
and may cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light” to
turn on.

• A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable

container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be
burned. Always place fuel containers on the ground
while filling.

CAUTION!

To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off”
the fuel tank after filling.

Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release

If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel
filler door emergency release.

1. Open the liftgate.

2. Push the inboard edge of the left storage bin to the

center, this will pop up the outboard edge.

3. Grab popped up outboard edge with other hand to

disengage snaps.

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4. Remove the storage bin.

5. Pull the release cable to open the fuel door, push the

release cable back to the home position to re-seat the fuel
door latch to the closed position.

NOTE:

If the fuel door does not latch after the manual

release cable has been activated, the actuator latch should
be manually returned to the closed position.

VEHICLE LOADING

Certification Label

As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label
affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar.

This label contains the month and year of manufacture,
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN). A Month-Day-Hour (MDH) number is
included on this label and indicates the Month, Day and
Hour of manufacture. The bar code that appears on the
bottom of the label is your VIN.

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle
including driver, passengers, vehicle, options and cargo.
The label also specifies maximum capacities of front and
rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so
GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded.

Payload

The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load
weight a truck can carry, including the weight of the driver,
all passengers, options and cargo.

Release Cable

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Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front
and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the cargo
area so that the GAWR of each axle is not exceeded.

Each axle GAWR is determined by the components in the
system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle,
springs, tires or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension
components sometimes specified by purchasers for in-
creased durability does not necessarily increase the vehi-
cle’s GVWR.

Tire Size

The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents
the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires must
be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.

Rim Size

This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size
listed.

Inflation Pressure

This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for
all loading conditions up to full GAWR.

Curb Weight

The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight
of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full
capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo loaded
into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight values are
determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial
scale before any occupants or cargo are added.

Loading

The actual total weight and the weight of the front and rear
of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined by
weighing it when it is loaded and ready for operation.

The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commercial
scale to insure that the GVWR has not been exceeded. The
weight on the front and rear of the vehicle should then be
determined separately to be sure that the load is properly
distributed over the front and rear axle. Weighing the
vehicle may show that the GAWR of either the front or rear
axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the
specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shifted from front to
rear or rear to front as appropriate until the specified
weight limitations are met. Store the heavier items down
low and be sure that the weight is distributed equally. Stow
all loose items securely before driving.

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