2008 Jeep Commander Owner Manual - Page 287

STARTING AND OPERATING 287 OVER TEMP" message may display and the transmission may downshift out of Overdrive until the transmission cools down. After cool down, the transmission will resume normal operation. In high ambient temperatures with sustained high engine speed and load, an upshift followed shortly thereafter by a downshift may occur. This is a normal part of the overheat protection strategy when operating in the "Tow/Haul" mode. The transmission will downshift from Overdrive to the most desirable gear if the accelerator pedal is fully depressed at vehicle speeds above approximately 35 mph (56 km/h). When To Use "TOW/HAUL" Mode - If Equipped When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting occurs, press the "TOW/HAUL" switch. This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessive shifting. When operating in "TOW/HAUL" mode, the transmission will shift to direct gear and Overdrive will be enabled under steady cruise conditions. 5 TOW/HAUL Switch The "TOW/HAUL" light will illuminate in the instrument cluster to indicate when the switch has been