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TowingTips—AutomaticTransmission
The“D”rangecanbeselectedwhentowing.However,if
frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the ”Tow/
Haul”mode(ifequipped)oralowergearrangeshould
beselected.
TowingTips—ElectronicSpeedControl(If
Equipped)
−
Don’tuseinhillyterrainorwithheavyloads.
− Whenusingthespeedcontrol,ifyouexperiencespeed
dropsgreaterthan10mph(16km/h),disengageuntil
youcangetbacktocruisingspeed.
NOTE: Usingthe”Tow/Haul”mode(ifequipped)ora
lower gear range while operating the vehicle under
heavy operating conditions will improve performance
andextendtransmissionlifebyreducingexcessiveshift-
ingandheatbuildup.Thisactionwillalsoprovidebetter
enginebraking.
− Usespeedcontrolinflatterrainandwithlightloadsto
maximizefuelefficiency.
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TowingTips—CoolingSystem
To reduce potential for engine and transmission over-
heating,takethefollowingactions:
The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be
changedifyouREGULARLYtowatrailerformorethan
−
CityDriving
45
minutes of continuous operation. Refer to “Mainte-
Whenstoppedforshortperiodsoftime,puttransmission
inneutralandincreaseengineidlespeed.
nance Schedule B” in Section 8 of this manual for
transmissionfluidchangeintervals.
− HighwayDriving
Reducespeed.
NOTE:
beforetowing.
Check the automatic transmission fluid level
| Categories | Jeep Grand Cherokee Manuals, Jeep Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2007 |
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