2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Windshield Wiper and Washer Operation User Guide
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column. The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located on the end of the lever.
- Pull For Front Washer
- Rotate For Rear Wiper Operation
- Rotate For Front Wiper Operation
- Push Forward For Rear Washer
- Push Up For Mist
WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch within the wiper lever. Rotate the switch at the end of the lever upward, to the first detent past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation. Rotate the switch at the end of the lever upward to the second detent past the intermittent settings for high-speed wiper operation. To turn the windshield wipers off, rotate the switch within the lever all the way down to OFF.
CAUTION
Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the “park” position. If the windshield wiper switch is turned off, and the blades cannot return to the “park” position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.
Intermittent Wiper System
Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause between cycles desirable. Rotate the switch at the end of the wiper lever to the first detent position, and then turn the switch at the end of the lever to select the desired delay interval. There are four delay settings, which allow you to regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second to a maximum of approximately 36 seconds between cycles. The delay intervals will double in duration when the vehicle speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.
NOTE: If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled.
Windshield Washer Operation
To use the washer, pull the lever rearward toward you and hold. If the lever is pulled while on the intermittent setting, the wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. If the lever is pulled while the wipers are in the off position, the wipers will operate several cycles, then turn off.
NOTE
- As a protective measure, the pump will stop if the switch is held for more than 20 seconds. Once the switch is released the pump will resume normal operation.
- If the front window washer feature is activated, all of the front cameras (if equipped) on the vehicle will be washed as well.
- Due to washer pump packaging, the front camera washers will run out of fluid before the Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is activated. When the front camera washers stop func-tioning, add fluid to the washer fluid reservoir to resume function.
WARNING
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use.
Mist
Use the Mist feature when weather conditions make occasional usage of the wipers necessary. Push the lever upward to the MIST position and release for a single wiping cycle.
NOTE: The Mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be used in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid. For information on wiper care and replacement, see Ú page 349.
RAIN-SENSING WIPERS — IF EQUIPPED
This feature senses rain or snowfall on the windshield and automatically activates the wipers. Rotate the end of the windshield wiper lever to one of the four detent positions to activate this feature. The sensitivity of the system is adjustable from the windshield wiper lever. Wiper sensitivity position 1 is the least sensitive, and wiper sensitivity position 4 is the most sensitive.
NOTE
- The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the wiper switch is in the low, high, or OFF position. Only in one of the intermittent positions.
- The Rain Sensing feature may not function properly when ice or dried saltwater is present on the windshield.
- The use of Rain-X or products containing wax or silicone may reduce rain sensor performance.
- The Rain Sensing feature can be turned on and off through the Uconnect system Ú page 204
The Rain Sensing system has protective features for the wiper blades and arms. It will not operate under the following conditions:
- Low-Temperature Wipe Inhibit — The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the ignition is first placed in the ON/RUN position when the vehicle is stationary and the outside temperature is below 32°F (0°C) unless the wiper control on the windshield wiper lever is moved, the vehicle speed becomes greater than 3 mph (5 km/h) or the outside temperature rises above freezing.
- Neutral Wipe Inhibit — The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position when the transmission gear selector is in the NEUTRAL position and the vehicle speed is less than 3 mph (5 km/h), unless the wiper control on the windshield wiper lever is moved, the vehicle speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h) or the gear selector is moved out of the NEUTRAL position.
- Remote Start Mode Inhibit — On vehicles equipped with the Remote Start System, Rain-Sensing wipers are not operational when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode. Once the operator is in the vehicle and has placed the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position, rain-sensing wiper operation can resume, if it has been selected, and no other inhibit conditions (mentioned previously) exist.
REAR WIPER AND WASHER
The rear wiper/washer is operated by rotating a switch, located at the middle of the lever.
Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the first detent for intermittent operation and to the second detent for continuous rear wiper operation.
Rear Window Washer Operation
Pushing the windshield wiper lever forward activates the rear window washer. If the lever is pushed while on the intermittent setting, the wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. If the lever is pushed while the wipers are in the off position, the wipers will operate several wipe cycles, then turn off.
NOTE: If equipped with a backup camera washer, when the rear window washer is activated, the rear backup camera and digital rearview mirror (if equipped) cameras are also washed.
WINDSHIELD WIPER DE-ICER — IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Windshield Wiper De-Icer feature that may be activated under the following conditions:
- Activation By Front Defrost — The Windshield Wiper De-Icer shall be activated automatically in the case of a cold-weather manual start with full front defrost, and when the ambient temperature is below 33°F (0.6°C).
- Activation By Rear Defrost — The Windshield Wiper De-Icer shall be activated automatically when the rear defrost is turned on and when the ambient temperature is below 33°F (0.6°C).
Activation By Remote Start Operation — When Remote Start is active and the outside ambient temperature is less than 33°F (0.6°C), the Windshield Wiper De-Icer will activate. Exiting Remote Start will resume its previous operation. If the Windshield Wiper De-Icer was active, the timer and operation will continue.