2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner Manual SRT - Page 492

490 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle's hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake system and cause it to fail. You might not have brakes when you need them and could have an accident. • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping distance. When towing you should allow for additional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. Failure to do so could result in an accident. Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, use the AutoStick௡ feature to select a lower gear. NOTE: Using a lower gear while operating the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up. This action will also provide better engine braking. The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be NOTE: To provide optimum towing performance and to changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than protect transmission components always select Trailer 45 minutes of continuous operation. Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper maintenance intervals. Tow mode when towing a trailer.