Jeep 2007 Grand Cherokee User Manual download pdf (Page 270)

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Driving In Snow, Mud and Sand

In heavy snow, when pulling a load, or for additional

control at slower speeds, shift the transmission to a low

gear and shift the transfer case to 4WD LOW if necessary.

Refer to “Four-Wheel Drive Operation” in this section.

Do not shift to a lower gear than necessary to maintain

headway. Over-revving the engine can spin the wheels

and traction will be lost.

Avoid abrupt downshifts on icy or slippery roads, be-

cause engine braking may cause skidding and loss of

control.

Hill Climbing

NOTE: Before attempting to climb a hill, determine the

conditions at the crest and/or on the other side.

Before climbing a steep hill, shift the transmission to a

lower gear and shift the transfer case to 4WD LOW. Use

first gear and 4WD LOW for very steep hills.

If you stall or begin to lose headway while climbing a

steep hill, allow your vehicle to come to a stop and

immediately apply the brakes. Restart the engine and

shift to R (Reverse). Back slowly down the hill allowing

the compression braking of the engine to help regulate

your speed. If the brakes are required to control vehicle

speed, apply them lightly and avoid locking or skidding

the tires.

WARNING!

If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot

make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, never

attempt to turn around. To do so may result in

tipping and rolling the vehicle. Always back care-

fully straight down a hill in R (Reverse) gear. Never

back down a hill in N (Neutral) using only the brake.

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