Jeep Grand Cherokee Quiz
What to do in emergencies

Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

In this manual: What to do in emergencies
Introduction — 7Things to know before starting your vehicle — 107Understanding the features of your vehicle — 241Understanding your instrument panel — 150Starting and operating — 143What to do in emergencies — 19Maintaining your vehicle — 78Maintenance schedules — 3If you need consumer assistance — 21
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If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand or mud, it can 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.

• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure.

It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 48 km/h while in gear (no transmission shifting occurring).

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