2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner Manual - Page 557

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 555 5. Turn the ignition OFF. Spare Tire Stowage The spare tire is stowed under the load floor in the rear 6. Block both the front and rear of the cargo area and is secured to the body with a special wing wheel diagonally opposite of the jacknut. ing position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear Preparations For Jacking wheel. 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery surfaces. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Place the shift lever into PARK. NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 7. For vehicle equipped with Quadra-Lift௡ refer to "Quadra-Lift - If Equipped" in "Starting And Operating" for further information on disabling automatic leveling. 6