Jeep Grand Cherokee (2023 year). Manual in english

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

The storage compartment may also be lifted

forward. Pull the paddle release lever located on

the back of the console lid.

Rear Paddle Release Lever

When the second row seats are folded flat, lifting

the console forward provides a flat load floor

surface from the cargo area. There is also access

to the storage compartment from the third row.

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On some vehicles, the front cupholders are

equipped with a light ring that illuminates the

cupholders for the front passengers.

Light Ring In Front Cupholder

The rear cupholders may also be equipped with a

light ring that illuminates the cupholders for the

rear passengers. The light ring is controlled by the

Dimmer Controls

page 62.

Light Ring In Rear Cupholder (If Equipped)

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Sun screens are available for the second row

seating windows. The screens store in the sill trim

panels, and the tops of the windows are equipped

with hooks that the sun screens attach to when

pulled up.
Gently pull up on the tab to raise the sun screen.

Continue pulling the sun screen until the tab is

near the top of the window.
Once the screen is completely to the top of the

window, extend the top bar of the sun screen over

the two hooks attached to the top of the window.

CAUTION!

Remove any items stored in the console

cupholders or devices with cords routing through

upper storage area. Damage may occur to upper

console lid and device cables when upper

storage compartment is lifted forward.

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Sun Screen Extended

To lower the sun screen, gently lift the tab upward

to disengage the hooks, and feed the screen back

into the base sill.

USB/AUX C

ONTROL

This feature allows an external USB device to be

plugged into one of the USB ports, located in the

center stack of the instrument panel.
Plugging in a smartphone device to a USB port will

activate Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay®

features, if equipped. For further information, refer

to “Android Auto™” or “Apple CarPlay®” in the

Uconnect Radio Instruction Manual.

NOTE:

Two devices can be plugged in at the same time,

and both ports will provide charging capabilities.

Only one port can transfer data to the system at a

time.

For example, if a device is plugged into the Type A

USB port and another device is plugged into the

Type C USB port, a message will appear and allow

you to select which device to use.
The following messages will appear when a

non-phone device is plugged into the smaller and

larger USB ports, and when a phone device is

plugged into the smaller and larger USB ports:



“A new device is now connected. Previous

connection was lost.”



“(Phone Name) now connected. Previous

connection was lost.”



“Another device is in use through the same USB

port. Please disconnect the first device to use

the second device.”

Plugging in a phone or another USB device may

cause the connection to a previous device to be

lost.

Connecting AUX Or The External USB

Device

Use a connection cable to connect an external USB

device to the vehicle’s USB port, or use an auxiliary

cable to connect a device to the vehicle’s AUX port.

Both are located below the climate controls.

USB/AUX Ports

Once a device is connected to the USB port, it will

begin charging and is ready for use with the

system. Type C and Type A charge-only USB ports

can be used at the same time but cannot be used

simultaneously while playing media. When both

Type C and Type A charge-only USB ports are in use

they will be charged at a reduced rate.

NOTE:

If the device’s battery completely discharges, it

may not communicate with the Uconnect system

until a minimum charge is attained. Leaving the

device connected to the USB port may charge it to

the required level.

1 — USB C Port
2 — USB A Port (Standard USB)
3 — AUX Port

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Using This Feature

By using a USB cable to connect an external

device:

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The device can be played on the vehicle’s sound

system, and provides the artist, track title, and

album information on the radio display.

NOTE:

Depending on track configuration, track infor

mation may not be present on the radio display.



The device can be controlled using the radio

buttons to play and browse the contents of the

device.



The audio device battery charges when plugged

into the USB port.

By using an auxiliary cable to connect an external

device:



The audio device can be played on the vehicle’s

sound system. The Uconnect system will not

display information related to the artist, track

title, and album information.

NOTE:

When using the AUX port, the external device

cannot be controlled using the radio buttons. The

device will not charge.
For further information, refer to the Uconnect

Radio Instruction Manual.

Second And Third Row USB Ports

The second row USB ports can be used to charge

an external device.

Center Console Rear USB Ports

In the third row, a set of two USB ports can be used

to charge a device. These ports are charge only.

Third Row USB Ports

NOTE:

Charge unsupported devices with the Charge Only

USB ports. If an unsupported device is plugged into

a Media USB port, a message will display on the

touchscreen that the device is not supported by

the system.

LECTRICAL

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UTLETS

Your vehicle is equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp)

power outlets that can be used to power cellular

phones, small electronics and other low powered

electrical accessories. The power outlets are

labeled with either a “key” or a “battery” symbol to

indicate how the outlet is powered. Power outlets

labeled with a key symbol are powered when the

1 — Charge Only Type C USB Port
2 — Charge Only Type A USB Port

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ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position, while the

outlets labeled with a battery symbol are

connected directly to the battery and powered at

all times.

NOTE:



All accessories connected to the battery

powered outlets should be removed or turned

off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the

battery against discharge.



Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 W

(13 Amp) at 12 Volt. If the 160 W (13 Amp)

power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the

system needs to be replaced.



Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs

only. Do not insert any other object in the power

outlets as this will damage the outlet and blow

the fuse. Improper use of the power outlet can

cause damage not covered by your New Vehicle

Limited Warranty.

The front power outlet is located inside the storage

area on the center stack of the instrument panel,

below the climate controls.

Front Power Outlet

The rear cargo power outlet is located in the right

rear cargo area when the vehicle is equipped with

third row seating. When the vehicle is equipped

with only two row seating, the cargo area outlet is

located on the left side trim panel.

Rear Cargo Power Outlet (Third Row Seating)

NOTE:

The rear cargo power outlet can be changed from

battery powered to powered by ignition in the ON/

RUN position by switching the cargo area power

outlet fuse from F44B to F44A in the rear power

distribution center

page 352.

WARNING!

To avoid serious injury or death:



Only devices designed for use in this type of

outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt

outlet.



Do not touch with wet hands.



Close the lid when not in use and while driving

the vehicle.



If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an

electric shock and failure.

CAUTION!



Many accessories that can be plugged in draw

power from the vehicle's battery, even when

not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventu

ally, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle's

battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade

battery life and/or prevent the engine from

starting.

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There is a 115 Volt, 150 W inverter outlet located

on the back of the center console to convert DC

current to AC current. This outlet can power cellular

phones, electronics and other low power devices

requiring power up to 150 W. Certain video game

consoles exceed this power limit, as will most

power tools.

Power Inverter

The power inverter is designed with built-in

overload protection. If the power rating of 150 W is

exceeded, the power inverter automatically shuts

down. Once the electrical device has been

removed from the outlet the inverter should

automatically reset. To avoid overloading the

circuit, check the power ratings on electrical

devices prior to using the inverter.

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Wireless Charging Pad

Your vehicle may be equipped with a 15 W3 Amp

Qi wireless charging pad located inside of the

storage area below the climate controls. This

charging pad is designed to wirelessly charge your

Qi enabled mobile phone. Qi is a standard that

allows wireless charging of your mobile phone.
Your mobile phone must be designed for Qi

wireless charging. If the phone is not equipped

with Qi wireless charging functionality, an

aftermarket sleeve or a specialized back plate can

be purchased from your mobile phone provider or

a local electronics retailer. Please see your

phone’s owner’s manual for further information.



Accessories that draw higher power (i.e.,

coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will

degrade the battery even more quickly. Only

use these intermittently and with greater

caution.



After the use of high power draw accessories,

or long periods of the vehicle not being started

(with accessories still plugged in), the vehicle

must be driven a sufficient length of time to

allow the generator to recharge the vehicle's

battery.

CAUTION!

WARNING!

To avoid serious injury or death:



Do not insert any objects into the receptacles.



Do not touch with wet hands.



Close the lid when not in use.



If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an

electric shock and failure.

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The wireless charging pad is equipped with an

anti-slip mat to hold your mobile phone in place,

and an LED indicator light.
LED Indicator Status:



No Light: Charging pad is idle or searching for a

device.



Blue Light: Device is detected and is charging.



Red Light/Flashing: Internal error or foreign

object is detected.

Important Notes Regarding This Vehicle’s Wireless

Charging Pad:



All vehicle doors must be closed for the wireless

charging pad to operate.



If the phone moves on the pad causing the red

light to illuminate, the phone will have to be

picked up and placed back on the charging pad

to resume charging.



Wireless charging is not as fast as when the

phone is connected to a wired charger.



The phone’s protective case must be removed

when placed on the wireless charging pad.



iPhone® 12 (including iPod®) is equipped with

software to protect the device from overheating.

When the software is active, the rate of charge

is slowed down to protect the device.



Phones must always be placed on the wireless

charging pad within the outline shown on the

pad so that its charging parts connect with the

charging coils of the system. Movement of the

phone during charging may prevent or slow the

rate of charge.



Having multiple applications open on the phone

while charging will reduce the charging effi

ciency, and may even shut down an application

that is actively running (i.e. Apple CarPlay®).

This may also cause the phone to overheat.



Wireless chargers may implement certain

methods to prevent the phone from overheating

during charging such as slowing down the rate

of charge. In certain instances, the device may

shut down for a brief period of time (when the

device reaches a certain temperature). If this

happens, it does not mean there is a fault with

the wireless charing pad. This may just be a

protective measure to prevent damage to the

phone.

WINDOWS

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INDOW

ONTROLS

The power window controls, located on the driver's

door trim panel, operate the window movement for

all four power windows.
There is a single switch on the front passenger

door and rear passenger doors which operates the

windows for only that door.

Driver’s Door Power Window Switches

NOTE:



The power window switches remain active for up

to 10 minutes after the ignition has been placed

in the OFF position. Opening a vehicle front door

will cancel this feature.

CAUTION!

The key fob should not be placed on the

charging pad or within 6 inches (15 cm) of it.

Doing so can cause excessive heat buildup and

damage to the fob. Placing the fob in close

proximity of the charging pad blocks the fob from

being detected by the vehicle and prevents the

vehicle from starting.

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

The window controls will operate only when the

vehicle’s ignition is placed in the ON/RUN posi

tion.



The power windows may be operated from

outside of the vehicle by using the key fob. For

more information, see

page 19.

Automatic Window Features

Both the driver and front passenger windows, and

if equipped, both rear windows, may have

Auto-Down and Auto-Up operations.
Auto-Down Feature
For windows equipped with the AUTO feature, push

the window switch down to the second detent,

release, and the window will go down

automatically.

To stop the window from going all the way down

during the Auto-Down operation, pull up or push

down on the switch briefly.
Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection
For windows equipped with the AUTO feature, lift

the window switch up to the second detent, and

release; the window will go up automatically.
To stop the window from going all the way up

during the Auto-Up operation, push down on the

switch briefly.
To close the window part way, lift the window

switch briefly and release it when you want the

window to stop.
For vehicles equipped with anti-pinch protection, if

the window runs into any obstacle during

auto-closure, it will reverse direction and then go

back down. Remove the obstacle and use the

window switch again to close the window.

NOTE:

Any impact due to rough road conditions may

trigger the auto-reverse function unexpectedly

during auto-closure. If this happens, pull the switch

lightly and hold to close the window manually.

Reset Auto-Up

Should the Auto-Up feature stop working, the

window may need to be reset. To reset Auto-Up:
Front Doors
1. Pull the window switch up to close the window

completely and continue to hold the switch up

for an additional two seconds after the

window is closed.

Rear Doors
1. Pull the window switch up to close the window

completely and continue to hold the switch up

for an additional two seconds after the

window is closed.

2. Release the window switch, and within five

seconds, pull the window switch up again for

an additional two seconds.

WARNING!

Never leave children unattended in a vehicle,

and do not let children play with power windows.

Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or

in a location accessible to children, and do not

leave the Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition in the

ON/RUN position. Occupants, particularly

unattended children, can become entrapped by

the windows while operating the power window

switches. Such entrapment may result in serious

injury or death.

WARNING!

There is no anti-pinch protection when the

window is almost closed. To avoid personal

injury be sure to clear your arms, hands, fingers

and all objects from the window path before

closing.

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Window Lockout Switch

The window lockout switch on the driver's door trim

panel allows you to disable the window controls on

the rear passenger doors. To disable the window

controls, push and release the window lockout

button (the indicator light on the button will turn

on). To enable the window controls, push and

release the window lockout button again (the

indicator light on the button will turn off).

Power Window Lockout Switch

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UFFETING

Wind buffeting can be described as the perception

of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound

in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting

with the windows down, or the sunroof (if

equipped) in certain open or partially open

positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be

minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear

windows open, open the front and rear windows

together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting

occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof

opening to minimize the buffeting or open any

window.

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The power sunroof switches are located on the

overhead console between the courtesy/reading

lights.

Power Sunroof Switches

1 — Opening/Closing Sunroof
2 — Venting Sunroof

WARNING!



Never leave children unattended in a vehicle,

or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never

leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a

location accessible to children. Do not leave

the Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition in the ON/

RUN position. Occupants, particularly unat

tended children, can become entrapped by

the power sunroof while operating the power

sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result

in serious injury or death.



In a collision, there is a greater risk of being

thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof.

You could also be seriously injured or killed.

Always fasten your seat belt properly and

make sure all passengers are also properly

secured.



Do not allow small children to operate the

sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other body

parts, or any object, to project through the

sunroof opening. Injury may result.

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Opening And Closing The Sunroof

Express Open/Close
To open the sunroof, push OPEN on the sunroof

switch and release it within one-half second and

the sunroof will open automatically from any

position.
To close the sunroof, push CLOSE on the sunroof

switch and release it within one-half second and

the sunroof will close automatically from any

position.
During Express Open or Express Close operation,

any other actuation of the sunroof switch will stop

the sunroof.
Manual Open/Close
To open the sunroof, push and hold OPEN on the

sunroof switch.
To close the sunroof, push and hold CLOSE on the

sunroof switch.
Any release of the switch during open or close

operation will stop the sunroof movement in a

partially open position. The sunroof will remain in a

partially opened position until the switch is

operated and held again.

Express Venting The Sunroof
To vent the sunroof, push TILT on the vent switch

and release within one half second. The sunroof

will open to the vent position regardless of its initial

position. During Express Vent operation, any other

actuation of the switch will stop the sunroof.

NOTE:

If the sunshade is in the closed position when

Express/Manual Open or Vent operation is

initiated, the sunshade will automatically open

with the sunroof glass.

Pinch Protect Feature

This feature will detect an obstruction in the

opening of the sunroof during Express Close

operation. If an obstruction in the path of the

sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically

retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs.

NOTE:

If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result

in Pinch Protect reversals, Pinch Protect will

disable and the sunroof must be closed in Manual

Mode.

Sunshade Operation

The sunshade can be opened manually. However,

the sunshade will open automatically as the

sunroof opens.

NOTE:

The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is

open.

Ignition Off Operation

The power sunroof switch will remain active for up

to approximately 10 minutes after the ignition

switch is placed in the OFF position. Opening either

front door will cancel this feature.

NOTE:

Ignition Off timing is programmable through the

Uconnect system

page 204.

Sunroof Maintenance

Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to

clean the glass panel. Periodically check for and

clear out any debris that may have collected in the

tracks.

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The power sunroof switches are located on the

overhead console between the courtesy/reading

lights.

Power Sunroof Switches

Opening And Closing The Sunroof

The sunroof has two programmed automatic stops

for the sunroof open position: a comfort stop

position and a full open position. The comfort stop

position will minimize wind buffeting in the interior.

Express Open/Close
To open the sunroof, push OPEN on the sunroof

switch and release it within one-half second. The

sunroof will open to the comfort stop position and

stop automatically. Push and release OPEN again

to continue to the full open position.
To close the sunroof, push CLOSE on the sunroof

switch and release it within one-half second. The

sunroof will close automatically from any position.
During Express Open or Express Close operation,

any other actuation of the sunroof switch will stop

the sunroof.
Manual Open/Close
To open the sunroof, push and hold OPEN on the

sunroof switch. The sunroof will open to the

comfort stop position, then automatically stop.

Release the switch then push and hold again to

continue to the full open position.
To close the sunroof, push and hold CLOSE on the

sunroof switch.
Any release of the switch during open or close

operation will stop the sunroof movement in a

partially open position.

1 — Opening/Closing Sunroof
2 — Venting Sunroof
3 — Opening/Closing Sunshade

WARNING!



Never leave children unattended in a vehicle,

or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never

leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a

location accessible to children. Do not leave

the Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition in the ON/

RUN position. Occupants, particularly unat

tended children, can become entrapped by

the power sunroof while operating the power

sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result

in serious injury or death.



In a collision, there is a greater risk of being

thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof.

You could also be seriously injured or killed.

Always fasten your seat belt properly and

make sure all passengers are also properly

secured.



Do not allow small children to operate the

sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other body

parts, or any object, to project through the

sunroof opening. Injury may result.

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Express Venting The Sunroof
To vent the sunroof, push TILT on the vent switch

and release within one half second. The sunroof

will open to the vent position regardless of its initial

position. During Express Vent operation, any other

actuation of the switch will stop the sunroof.

NOTE:

If the sunshade is in the closed position when

Express/Manual Open or Vent operation is

initiated, the sunshade will automatically open to

the half open position prior to the sunroof opening.

Opening And Closing The Power Sunshade

The sunshade has two programmed open

positions: half open and full open positions. When

operating the sunshade from the closed position,

the sunshade will always stop at the half open

position regardless of express or manual open

operation. The switch must be pushed again to

continue on to full open position.
If the sunroof is open or vented, the sunshade

cannot be closed beyond the half open position.

Pushing the sunshade close switch when the

sunroof is open/vented and the sunshade is at half

open position will first automatically close the

sunroof prior to the sunshade closing.

Express Open/Close
To open the sunshade, push OPEN on the

sunshade switch and release it within one-half

second, the sunshade will open to the half open

position and stop automatically. Push and release

OPEN again to continue to open the sunshade to

the full open position.
To close the sunshade, push CLOSE on the

sunshade switch and release it within one-half

second.
During Express Open or Express Close operation,

any other actuation of the sunroof switches will

stop the sunshade in a partially open position.
Manual Open/Close
To open the sunshade, push and hold OPEN on the

sunshade switch, the sunshade will open to the

half open position and stop automatically. Push

and hold OPEN again to continue to open the

sunshade to the full open position.
To close the sunshade, push and hold CLOSE on

the sunshade switch.
Releasing the switch while the sunshade is in

motion will stop the sunshade in a partially open

position.

Pinch Protect Feature

This feature will detect an obstruction in the

opening of the sunroof during Express Close

operation. If an obstruction in the path of the

sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically

retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs.

NOTE:

If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result

in Pinch Protect reversals, Pinch Protect will

disable and the sunroof must be closed in Manual

Mode.

Ignition Off Operation

The power sunroof switch will remain active for up

to approximately 10 minutes after the ignition

switch is placed in the OFF position. Opening either

front door will cancel this feature.

NOTE:

Ignition Off timing is programmable through the

Uconnect system

page 204.

Sunroof Maintenance

Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to

clean the glass panel. Periodically check for and

clear out any debris that may have collected in the

tracks.

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HOOD

PENING

OOD

To open the hood, two latches must be released.
1. Pull the release lever located at the bottom of

the driver’s side of the instrument panel.

Hood Release

2. Reach under the hood from outside the

vehicle, move the safety latch to the left and

lift the hood.

Safety Latch Location

NOTE:



Vehicle must be at a stop and the gear selector

must be in PARK.



While lifting the hood, use both hands.



Before lifting the hood, check that the wiper

arms are not in motion and not in the lifted posi

tion.

LOSING

OOD

In one continuous motion, pull down on the front

edge of the hood with moderate force until the

angle is below the crossover point (where the gas

props are no longer resisting) and let the hood

continue to fall closed from its own inertia.

WARNING!

Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving

your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it

could open when the vehicle is in motion and

block your vision. Failure to follow this warning

could result in serious injury or death.

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LIFTGATE

NLOCK

PEN

IFTGATE

The power liftgate may be opened by

pushing the liftgate button on the key fob

or by pushing the electronic liftgate

release button.

Push the liftgate button on the key fob twice within

five seconds to open the power liftgate. Once the

liftgate is open, pushing the button twice within

five seconds a second time will close the liftgate.

Liftgate Entry

NOTE:

When you push the electronic liftgate release button,

either only the liftgate will unlock, or all the doors and

the liftgate will unlock, depending on the selected

setting in the Uconnect system

page 204.

NOTE:



Use the power door lock switch on either front

door trim panel or the key fob to lock and unlock

the liftgate.



The driver's door lock cylinder will not lock or

unlock the liftgate.

NOTE:

The liftgate can also be opened manually by

pushing the electronic liftgate release button and

pulling upward in one fluid motion.

OCK

LOSE

IFTGATE

There are several different ways to close the

liftgate:



Manually (grab the liftgate closing handle and

pull in a downward motion)



Key fob



Hands-free (if equipped)



Liftgate close button in the cargo area

With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft

(1.5 m) of the liftgate, pushing the Passive Entry

button located to the left of the electronic liftgate

release button, will lock the vehicle only.
If the liftgate is fully open, the liftgate can be closed

by pushing the liftgate close button located in the

cargo area on the left rear trim panel, near the

liftgate opening. If the liftgate is in motion, pushing

the liftgate close button a second time will reverse

the liftgate operation.

Liftgate Close Button

1 — Passive Entry Button
2 — Electronic Liftgate Release Button

WARNING!

Driving with the liftgate open can allow

poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You

and your passengers could be injured by these

fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are

operating the vehicle.

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EIGHT

The maximum height that the liftgate will open can

be adjusted and saved so that the liftgate will only

open to the desired height. To set a desired height,

proceed as follows:
1. Open the liftgate fully, then manually pull

down on the liftgate to the desired height.

2. Push and hold the liftgate close button,

located on the left side trim panel inside the

cargo area, for three seconds. An audible

chime will be emitted to let you know the

height has been saved.

To set the saved height setting to a new setting,

proceed as follows:
1. Open the liftgate, then manually push the

liftgate upward to its full open position.

2. Manually pull the liftgate down to the new

desired height and hold the liftgate close

button for three seconds until the audible

chime is emitted.

Power Liftgate Malfunction Procedure:
1. In the event of a power malfunction to the

liftgate, the liftgate can be released by

accessing the service release feature in the

latch. This can be done using a 3 mm

diameter screwdriver.

Liftgate Service Release

2. From inside the gate, an eyelet can be seen.

Place the screwdriver in the eyelet.

3. Rotate the screwdriver handle to actuate the

lever and release the latch.

4. If liftgate is left open for an extended period of

time, the liftgate may need to be closed

manually to reset power liftgate functionality.

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Hands-Free Liftgate Activation Zone

To open or close the liftgate using hands-free

activation, use a straight in and out kicking motion

under the vehicle activation zone in the general

location below the rear license plate. The activation

zone is about 1.8 ft (0.5 m) from side to side. Do not

move your foot sideways or in a sweeping motion or

the sensors may not detect the motion.

NOTE:

The activation zone is the same for vehicles

equipped with or without a trailer tow package.
When a valid kicking motion is completed, the

liftgate will chime, the hazard lights will flash and

the liftgate will open after approximately one

second, or close after approximately three

seconds. These settings can be enabled or

disabled through Uconnect Settings

page 204.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

NOTE:



Opening or closing the Hands-Free Liftgate

requires a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft

(1.5 m) of the liftgate handle. If a valid Passive

Entry key fob is not within 5 ft (1.5 m), the lift

gate will not respond to any kicks.



The Hands-Free Liftgate feature may be turned

on or off through the Uconnect system

page 204.



The Hands-Free Liftgate feature should be

turned off during jacking, tire changing, manual

car wash, and vehicle service.



The Hands-Free Liftgate feature can be acti

vated by any metallic object making a similar

in-and-out motion under the rear fascia/

bumper, such as cleaning using a metal broom.



The Hands-Free Liftgate will only operate when

the transmission is in PARK.



If anything obstructs the Hands-Free Liftgate

while it is opening or closing, the liftgate will

automatically reverse to the closed/open posi

tion, provided it meets sufficient resistance.



There are pinch sensors attached to the side of

the liftgate opening. Light pressure anywhere

along these strips will cause the liftgate to

return to the open position.



If the power liftgate encounters multiple

obstructions within the same cycle, the system

will automatically stop. If this occurs, the liftgate

must be operated manually.



The power liftgate will release, but not power

open, in temperatures below −12°F (−24°C).

Be sure to remove any buildup of snow or ice

from the liftgate before opening the liftgate.



If the liftgate is left open for an extended period

of time (approximately one hour), the liftgate

may need to be closed manually to reset power

liftgate functionality.

Gas props support the liftgate in the open position.

However, because the gas pressure drops with

temperature, it may be necessary to assist the

props when opening the liftgate in cold weather.

NOTE:

Allow the power system to open the liftgate.

Manually pushing or pulling the liftgate may

activate the liftgate obstacle detection feature and

stop the power operation or reverse its direction.

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Cargo Storage

The load floor is designed for a maximum load of

300 lb (136 kg).
If equipped, there may be a removable storage bin

located on the left side of the rear cargo area.

WARNING!



Driving with the liftgate open can allow

poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle.

You and your passengers could be injured by

these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when

you are operating the vehicle.



If you are required to drive with the liftgate

open, make sure that all windows are closed,

and the climate control blower switch is set at

high speed. Do not use the recirculation

mode.

WARNING!

During power operation, personal injury or cargo

damage may occur. Ensure the liftgate travel

path is clear. Make sure the liftgate is closed

and latched before driving away.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

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Additional storage can be found under the storage

lid. To access the lower storage, lift the handle and

raise the storage lid.

Lift Storage Lid Handle

Cargo Tie-Down Hooks

The cargo tie-downs, located on the cargo area

sides, should be used to safely secure loads when

the vehicle is moving.

NOTE:

The cargo tie-downs are designed for a maximum

load of 300 lb (136 kg).

Tie-Down Hooks (Vehicles With Third Row Seating)

Tie-Down Hooks (Vehicles Without Third Row Seating)

WARNING!



Cargo tie-downs are not safe anchors for a

child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or

accident, a tie-down could pull loose and allow

the child seat to come loose. A child could be

badly injured. Use only the anchors provided

for child seat tethers.



To help protect against personal injury,

passengers should not be seated in the rear

cargo area. The rear cargo space is intended

for load carrying purposes only, not for

passengers, who should sit in seats and use

seat belts.

The weight and position of cargo and

passengers can change the vehicle center of

gravity and vehicle handling. To avoid loss of

control resulting in personal injury, follow these

guidelines for loading your vehicle:



Do not carry loads that exceed the load limits

described on the label attached to the left

door or left door center pillar.



Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor.

Put heavier objects as low and as far forward

as possible.

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