2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner Manual SRT - Page 511

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 509 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. 10. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery post of the discharged vehicle. CAUTION! Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle's battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle's battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting. If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle you should have the battery and charging system in- FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand or mud, it can spected at your authorized dealer. often be moved by a rocking motion. Move the shift lever rhythmically between DRIVE and REVERSE while applying slight pressure to the accelerator. In general, the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or racing the engine is most effective. 6