2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner Manual SRT8 - Page 130

128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD Two latches must be released to open the hood. 1. Pull the release lever inside your vehicle located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver's door. NOTE: To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage. WARNING! If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving. LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the operation of the headlights, turn signals, headlight beam selection, instrument panel light dimming, passing light, interior courtesy/dome lights, and optional fog lights. The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering wheel. Hood Release Handle 2. Reach under the hood, move safety latch to the left, and lift the hood.