2014 jeep grand cherokee selec terrain system

Driving in muddy conditions can be deceptive. You will need to get out and use a stick to check the depth of the mud or water. Jeep® Brand 4x4 vehicles have sealed electrical systems, a high air intake and available skid plates for additional undercarriage protection. To keep from spinning tires, experienced off-roaders often use a higher gear to control momentum and speed and let the tires’ tread do the work.

Driving on paved roads can have its challenges as well: snow, heavy rain, black ice and hydroplaning can all tax your Jeep® Brand vehicle and 4x4 system. Thankfully, Jeep Brand 4x4 systems and robust suspensions are designed to help you tame these on-road hazards.  

Unpaved roads include gravel, forest service and logging roads. You can expect washboard roads and ruts that will test your vehicle’s suspension system when driving off-road. Gravel can act like ice in certain circumstances. That’s where Jeep® Brand systems with electronic brake differentials, traction control, electronic stability control and gas shocks can help you stay in control.

Driving in a blizzard, snow storm or flurry can send shivers down your spine. When faced with snow, ice or sleet, you want a Jeep® Brand 4x4. Slick conditions demand improved traction and added attention from the driver. On-road stopping distances can be up to 10 times greater in slick conditions. A Jeep Brand 4x4 system combined with brake lock differential, antilock brakes and traction control will help to see you through.

The Jeep® Brand has built its reputation on the ability to go off-roading in some of the most remote locations on earth. Jeep vehicles offer true 4-Low modes, with super-tough suspensions, available tow hooks, available skid plates and more to help you go where others fear to tread.

Driving in sandy environments can be challenging. Thankfully, Jeep® Brand 4x4 vehicles are designed with high ground clearances to help keep your vehicle from getting stuck in soft sand. For better traction in sand, drop air pressure 10-12 pounds below normal pressure on conventional tires. (Return to normal pressure after use in these conditions.)

The available Quadra-Drive® II with rear electronic limited slip differential is a full-time 4x4 system so it’s always active. It is our most advanced 4x4 system and delivers superior all-weather capability by transferring up to 100% of available torque to a single rear wheel if needed.

No buttons to push or levers to pull. The Quadra-Trac I® 4x4 System is always engaged for all-weather capability and peace of mind. Combined with a brake lock differential, the Quadra-Trac I 4x4 System provides command-of-the-road confidence that only comes in a Jeep® Brand vehicle.

Capability breeds confidence. The available Quadra-Trac II® 4x4 System features a two-speed low transfer case that uses input from a variety of sensors in order to determine tire slip at the earliest possible moment and take corrective action. When tire slippage is detected, as much as 100% of available torque is instantly routed to the axle with the most traction. Choose the Auto mode in the available Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System for everyday driving or quickly dial in Sport, Snow, Sand/Mud or Rock for specific driving conditions. Go boldly.

The Grand Cherokee SRT® and Trackhawk use a full-time 4x4 system for superior driving performance in any condition. The strongest transfer case ever designed by the Jeep® Brand handles massive amounts of horsepower and torque produced by the mighty 6.4L V8 engine or the Supercharged 6.2L V8 engine. The 4x4 system features a massive mechanical wet clutch and electronic limited slip differential in the rear, which allows 100% of the drive torque to be sent to one rear wheel. Managing of torque split and suspension damping is accomplished with a dial on the five-mode Selec-Track® System.

Get 4x4 capability when needed without sacrificing efficiency. The available Jeep® Active Drive 4x4 System features a rear axle disconnect that seamlessly switches between two- and four-wheel drive to help increase efficiency when 4x4 capability isn’t needed. The Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System manages traction to give you all-weather capability in four modes: Auto, Snow, Sport and Sand/Mud.

The Command-Trac® transfer case is smooth and quiet, yet tough and beefy, so you can tackle challenging terrain with confidence. Whether your quest for adventure takes you up and over the red rocks of Moab or sends you out onto roads buried in fresh snow, your Trail Rated® Wrangler is up for the challenge. Get in, grab on and go.

Jeep® Brand vehicles are designed to take you to amazing places. The Jeep Active Drive 4x4 System is ready and able to tackle snow and trail alike to confidently carry you to your next adventure. This system actively transitions from 4x4 to fuel-saving front-wheel drive for added efficiency. The available Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System lets you adjust traction setting—Auto, Snow, Sand and Mud—according to road conditions to ensure optimum traction.

For those who seek more off-road opportunities, choose the Renegade Trailhawk® with the standard Jeep® Active Drive Low 4x4 System. This system features a 20:1 crawl ratio for confident off-road driving. The standard Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System also includes a Rock mode for enhanced off-road dynamics. This is your best bet for a rugged, adventurous, small SUV that can help you get away from it all.

A Jeep® Brand vehicle with a 4x4 system is a helpful ally when you encounter unexpected obstacles. The full-time Jeep Active Drive I 4x4 System will automatically engage four-wheel-drive mode when driving conditions call for it. Whether raging rain, slippery mud, heavy snow or unpredictable gravel roads, this sophisticated system actively monitors wheel slippage and automatically applies torque when needed, giving the driver maximum efficiency and control.

The Jeep® Active Drive Lock 4x4 System is standard equipment on the Cherokee Trailhawk®. It has all the features of the Jeep Active Drive II 4x4 System but also includes a mechanical rear axle lock and exclusive Selec-Terrain® Traction Management Rock mode.

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What is the Jeep Selec

The available Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System lets you adjust traction setting—Auto, Snow, Sand and Mud—according to road conditions to ensure optimum traction.

What does the Auto position of the Selec

Starting with the Selec-Terrain System in the "Auto" position, the vehicle will automatically adapt to any driving condition providing optimal traction and steering. While in "Auto" mode, the 4x4 AWD system only engages when necessary, providing improved efficiency while reducing emissions.

What does snow mode do on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Engaging Snow Mode in the Jeep Cherokee allows for the power to be variably distributed between the front and rear axles. This will give the Jeep Cherokee maximum traction when driving through snow, ice, slush, or sleet conditions.