SmartBeam demonstration mode:
The SmartBeam automatic high beam system has a demonstration mode. This mode allows the function of the automatic high beams accompanied with that of the high beam indicator in the instrument cluster to be demonstrated while the vehicle is stationary and under any ambient lighting conditions. Besides demonstrating the automatic high beam system, this mode will confirm that the system electronics and circuitry are functional. This mode also incorporates a feature that allows a functional test of the imager optics to be performed.
NOTE: The SmartBeam Demonstration Mode will NOT be functional when a diagnostic scan tool is connected to the 16-way Data Link Connector (DLC) beneath the instrument panel on the driver side. Once the demonstration sequence has begun, a detected vehicle speed input of over 8 kilometers-per-hour (5 miles-per-hour) will cause the sequence to be aborted and the automatic high beam system to return to normal operation.
1. With the ignition switch in the OFF position, depress and hold depressed the power ON/OFF button (w/o hands-free communication option) or the AUTO button (w/hands-free communication option) on the electrochromic inside rear view mirror.
2. With the button still depressed, start the engine by turning the ignition switch to the START position.
3. Continue to hold the button depressed until the Demonstration Mode begins (headlamp high beams and high beam indicator illuminate), at which time the button may be released.
4. The automatic high beam system will complete three cycles of ramping up the headlamp high beams to full brightness, then ramping them down until fully extinguished accompanied by the appropriate indications from the high beam indicator. At the conclusion of this sequence (about 40 seconds), the automatic high beam system will return to normal operation.
Adding the SmartBeam system to Laredo models:
2005-up Grand Cherokee Laredo owners that want to add the factory SmartBeam feature can easily do this, although it will be expensive unless the parts can be found used or discounted. The factory list price for the mirror is $359.00. All that is required is to change out the standard rearview mirror with the "SmartBeam" mirror that comes on Limited models. Note: you must use the non-UConnect version of the SmartBeam mirror (part number below) unless your vehicle originally came with the factory UConnect option.
To install the new mirror, disconnect the negative battery terminal. The mirror is attached with a set screw that needs to be loosened, it will then slide off of the windshield mounting bracket. Install new mirror, tighten the setscrew and reconnect battery cable. The wiring harness for the standard rearview mirror plugs right in to the SmartBeam rearview mirror. For optimal system performance, the Smartbeam camera should be re-aimed by the dealer to insure that the camera is properly centered on the road ahead.
SmartBeam rearview mirror (without UConnect) - P/N 55157395AD. MSRP $364.00.
SmartBeam rearview mirror (with UConnect) - P/N 55156726AH. MSRP $564.00
(for upgrading vehicles that came from the factory with the non-SmartBeam UConnect mirror)
Special thanks to member WJ Jeep on the JeepsUnlimited.com forum for providing verification information for the SmartBeam upgrade.