Jeep 2008 Commander - Manual (Page 151)

When HDC is enabled properly, the message “HILL
DESCENT CONTROL” will appear in the EVIC and the
light in the switch will be illuminated. HDC will auto-
matically apply the brakes to control downhill speed
when necessary. HDC has the capability to sense terrain
and will only activate when the vehicle is descending a
hill. It will usually not activate on level ground.
The HDC speed may be adjusted by the driver to suit the
driving conditions. The speed corresponds to the trans-
mission gear selected.
• 1st = 1 mph (1.6 km/h)
• 2nd = 2.5 mph (4 km/h)
• 3rd = 4 mph (6 km/h)
• 4th = 5.5 mph (9 km/h)
• 5th = 7.5 mph (12 km/h)
• Reverse (R) = 1 mph (1.6 km/h)
• Neutral (N) = 2.5 mph (4 km/h)
• Park (P) — HDC will not function
Hill Descent Switch
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