Jeep 2014 Grand Cherokee SRT - Owner Manual User Manual

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Launch Mode – If Equipped

This system maximizes acceleration traction for straight
line racing.

1. Bring vehicle to complete stop on a level track surface

with the engine running.

2. Set the steering wheel for straight ahead driving.

3. Fully press the brake pedal.

4. Press and release the “LAUNCH” Button.

5. Press the accelerator pedal to the floor.

NOTE:

If the cluster launch EVIC message indicates all

conditions are correct for launch and the throttle is pressed
to the floor quickly (within approximately 1/2 second) the
system will hold the engine speed to a preset speed (below
the engine rev limiter speed).

6. Release the brake pedal.

Pressing the launch control button when launch control is
active will deactivate launch control.

NOTE:

• Launch Mode brings the engine to optimum RPM and

waits for the driver to release the brake. Launch Mode
then uses engine throttle only to achieve controlled
wheelslip for maximum acceleration through first
gear.

• Launch Mode can be initiated in any of the Select Trac

Modes.

• Launch Mode is not available until the 500 mile

break-in has been achieved.

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