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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA features and equipment that are either standard or op- US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA tional on this vehicle.
Page 3: Introduction 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. . . 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..7 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC nicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman- your satisfaction.
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Page 8: Warnings And Cautions
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Operating instructions for the special equipment in- stalled by the conversion/camper manufacturer should This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions operating procedures that could result in a collision, are missing, please contact your authorized dealer for bodily injury and/or death.
Page 9: Vehicle Identification Number
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield. This number also appears on the vehicle frame and underbody as well as the Automobile Infor- mation Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title.
Page 10: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ To Arm The System .....15 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .11 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Child Restraints ..... . .54 POWER DOOR LOCKS ....20 ▫...
Page 13: A Word About Your Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The Key Fob contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter with an integrated key. To use the mechanical key, simply push the mechanical key release button. The vehicle is supplied with a code card containing key code numbers to order duplicate keys, and the autho- rized studio that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks.
Page 14 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder. WARNING! • Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the transmis- sion into PARK, apply the parking brake, turn the engine OFF, remove the key fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
Page 15: Locking Doors With A Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key-In-Ignition Reminder WARNING! (Continued) Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition • Do not leave children or animals inside parked and the ignition switch position is OFF/LOCK sounds a vehicles in hot weather.
Page 16: Replacement Keys
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A key which has not been programmed is also Replacement Keys considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.
Page 17: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 2. This device must accept any interference received, Rearming Of The System including interference that may cause undesired op- If the system has not been disabled, the Vehicle Security eration. Alarm will rearm itself after the 15 additional minutes of turn lamps flashing.
Page 18: Security System Manual Override
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To exit the alarming mode, push the RKE transmitter ILLUMINATED ENTRY UNLOCK button, or insert a programmed Sentry Key The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the into the ignition switch. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or manually The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your from the driver door cylinder to unlock the doors or open...
Page 19: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.
Page 20: To Unlock The Doors
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock The Doors Programming Additional Transmitters Push and release the UNLOCK button on RKE transmit- Refer to “Sentry Key” in “Things To Know Before Start- ter once to unlock only the front doors. Push and release ing”...
Page 21: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 2. Rotate the screw located on the side of the Key Fob General Information using a small screwdriver. The following regulatory statement applies to all radio frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Page 22 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE POWER DOOR LOCKS The load compartment power door lock switch is located on the driver door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or The central LOCK/UNLOCK button has an LED that unlock the load compartment doors.
Page 23: Automatic Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or • Do not leave children or animals inside parked in a location accessible to children. A child could vehicles in hot weather.
Page 24: Auto Unlock Doors
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto Unlock Doors This feature unlocks all doors when the driver door is open. WINDOWS Power Windows The control on the left front door panel has UP/DOWN switches that give you fingertip control of all power windows.
Page 25: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 To stop the Auto-Down motion part way, pull the win- WARNING! dow switch briefly and release. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with NOTE: The power window switches remain active for up access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 26: Occupant Restraint Systems
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 2. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing child restraint) must ride in the front passenger seat, Some of the most important safety features in your move the seat as far back as possible and use the vehicle are the restraint systems: proper child restraint.
Page 27: Seat Belt Systems
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 6. All occupants should always wear their lap and WARNING! shoulder belts properly. • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of 7. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved an air bag.
Page 28 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the front passenger seat BeltAlert) is unbuckled when the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should ignition switch is first turned to the AVV/START or be belted at all times.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 sequence may repeat based on vehicle speed until the BeltAlert can be activated or deactivated by your autho- driver and occupied outboard front seat passenger seat rized dealer. FCA US LLC does not recommend deacti- belts are buckled.
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat severe injuries in a collision.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of • A seat belt that is too loose will not protect you injury in a collision. The seat belt forces won’t be at properly.
Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be re- placed immediately.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” across your hips, below your abdomen.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort- grasp and twist the seat belt webbing 180 degrees to able and not resting on your neck.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer the shoulder belt anchorage in a lower position, In the driver and front passenger seats, the top of the and if you are taller than average, you will prefer the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to shoulder belt anchorage in a higher position.
Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is Seat Belts And Pregnant Women equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position without pushing or squeezing the release but- ton.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Position the lap belt snug and low below the abdomen The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- and across the strong bones of the hips. Place the straint Controller (ORC). Like the air bags, the preten- shoulder belt across the chest and away from the neck.
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Restraints” section of this manual. The table below defines the type of feature for each seating position. Front Bench Seat Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Locations • ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor If the passenger seating position is equipped with an Front Bucket Seat Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ALR and is being used for normal usage, only pull the...
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 sound as the seat belt retracts. Allow the webbing to WARNING! (Continued) retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out 12 years or younger, including a child in a rear- only the amount of webbing necessary to comfortably facing child restraint.
Page 40: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) locking mode. Air Bag System Components Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag WARNING! system components: • The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the •...
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 • Seat Belt Buckle Switch • Seat Track Position Sensors Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as could cause serious injury, including death.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) some collisions, air bags won’t deploy at all. Al- • No objects should be placed over or near the air ways wear your seat belts even though you have air bag on the instrument panel or steering wheel, bags.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration Knee Impact Bolsters over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should driver and front passenger, and position the front occu- have deployed.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Supplemental Side Air Bags Your vehicle is equipped with two types of supplemental Side Air Bags: 1. Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs): Located in the outboard side of the front seats. The SABs are marked with a “SRS AIRBAG”...
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE deploys through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door. The SAB moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure occupants if they are not seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the SAB inflates.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 The SABIC deploys downward, covering the side win- WARNING! dows. An inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right headliner out of the way and covers the window. The SABICs inflate with enough force to injure occupants if Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains they are not belted and seated properly, or if items are...
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The SABICs and SABs (“Side Air Bags”) are designed to compartment. The Side Air Bags may deploy during activate in certain side impacts. The Occupant Restraint angled or offset frontal collisions where the Advanced Controller (“ORC”) determines whether the deployment Front Air Bags deploy.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 be properly restrained in a child restraint or booster seat If A Deployment Occurs that is appropriate for the size of the child. The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like WARNING! particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot bag inflation.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Fuel Cut Off Switch NOTE: After an accident, remember to cycle the ignition to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position and remove the key Your vehicle is equipped with a Fuel Cut Off safety from the ignition switch to avoid draining the battery.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Fuel Cut Off Switch Reset Procedure WARNING! 1. In order to reset the Fuel Cut Off Switch after an event If, after an accident, you smell fuel or see leaks from push the “A” Button located underneath the front the fuel system, do not reset the Fuel Cut Off Switch passenger seat knee impact bolster.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 ignition switch is in the STOP/OFF/LOCK position the While the air bag system is designed to be maintenance air bag system is not on and the air bags will not inflate. free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) protect you. Do not modify the components or Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- wiring, including adding any kind of badges or ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the to protect you in a collision.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts WARNING! (Continued) were buckled/fastened; seat attachment bolts), take the vehicle to your • How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the authorized dealer.
Page 56: Child Restraints
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, WARNING! such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- ment, can read the information if they have access to the In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a vehicle or the EDR.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has NOTE: • For a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety additional information, refer Standards. You should also make sure that you can install www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–732–8243.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Larger Children Children who have out-grown their Belt Positioning Booster Seat and the forward-facing child restraint, but are vehicle seat belt, seated in the rear seat too small to properly fit the vehicle’s of the vehicle seat belt...
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 All children whose weight or height is above the WARNING! forward-facing limit for the child seat should use a • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle’s seat belts fit properly.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seatback, should use the seat belt in a rear seat. Use this WARNING! (Continued) simple 5-step test to decide whether the child can use the • After a child restraint is installed in the vehicle, do vehicle’s seat belt alone: not move the vehicle seat forward or rearward 1.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 periodically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched. in the front passenger seat(s). Never install rearward- A child’s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of facing child restraints in this vehicle. Although the seat position.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Installing a Child Restraint with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR): 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating position. Move the vehicle seat as far rearward as possible to keep the child as far from the advanced passenger air bag as possible.
Page 64: Transporting Pets
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of strap. See the section “Installing Child Restraints the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing Using the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to out of the retractor.
Page 65: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! A long break-in period is not required for the engine and Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. in the engine or damage may result. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
Page 66: Safety Tips
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Transporting Passengers WARNING! NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon AREA. monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can WARNING! eventually poison you.
Page 67: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the Seat Belts engine running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light feel the air directed against the windshield. See your authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoper- The Air Bag warning light will turn on for four to able.
Page 69: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never place or install floor mats or other floor cover- • If required, mounting posts must be properly in- ings in the vehicle that cannot be properly secured to stalled, if not equipped from the factory.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lights Fluid Leaks Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid (if panel.
Page 71: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Swivel Seat — If Equipped ....84 MIRRORS ......73 ▫...
Page 72 70 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Headlights ......94 ▫ Interior Lights......98 ▫...
Page 73 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71 ▫ To Set A Desired Speed ....105 ▫ ParkSense Rear Park Assist System Usage Precautions ......112 ▫...
Page 74 72 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Dashboard Clipboard ....124 STORAGE ......122 ▫...
Page 75: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
Page 76: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors — If Equipped WARNING! The power mirror controls are located on the driver-side Vehicles and other objects seen in an outside convex door trim panel. mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are.
Page 77: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 To adjust a mirror, turn the control knob toward the left Heated Mirrors — If Equipped upper, left lower, right upper or right lower mirror positions indicated by one of the four arrow’s on the These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice.
Page 78: Power Folding Mirrors - If Equipped
76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Folding Mirrors — If Equipped The switch for the power folding mirrors is located on the drivers door panel below the power mirror controls. Push the switch to the right and the mirrors will fold in, push the switch to the left and the mirrors will return to the normal driving position.
Page 79 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 If the mirror head or pivot exhibits a slight amount of play, the mirror should be power folded closed, then power folded open (this may require multiple button pushes). NOTE: The intended use of the power fold mirrors is by pushing the buttons to fold and unfold the mirrors.
Page 80: Seats
78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Manual Front Seat Adjustments Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the The driver and passenger seats can be adjusted forward, vehicle. rearward, reclined, front and rear height and lumbar adjustments.
Page 81 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 Forward And Rearward Adjustment The adjusting bar is at the front of the seat, near the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or rear- ward. Release the bar once the seat is in the desired position.
Page 82 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Height Adjustment (Without Swivel Seat) — If Equipped The height adjusting levers are located on the center outboard side of the seat. Lift up on the front lever to adjust the front of the seat up or down. Lift up on the rear lever to adjust the rear of the seat up or down.
Page 83 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 Height Adjustment (With Swivel Seat) — If Equipped The height adjusting knobs are located on the center outboard side of the seat. Rotate the front knob to adjust the front of the seat up or down. Rotate the rear knob to adjust the rear of the seat up or down.
Page 84 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Recliner Adjustment — Without Swivel Seat The recliner knob is on the rear outboard side of the seat. To recline the seatback, lean back, rotate the knob rear- ward to position the seatback as desired. To return the seatback to its normal upright position, lean forward, rotate the knob forward until the seatback is in the upright position.
Page 85: Air Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 outward. Release the lever once the seatback is in the WARNING! upright position. • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be adjusted properly and you could be injured.
Page 86: Swivel Seat - If Equipped
84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Damper Weight Adjustment Swivel Seat — If Equipped Use the weight adjustment knob to set the required The swivel seat lever is located at the lower front inboard setting based on body weight, with settings between side of the seat.
Page 87 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 If the driver or the passenger seats are not locked in If a fault is present in the system and it is not possible to facing forward position before the first vehicle move- check the correct position of the swivel seats, a message ment, shifting out of park is not allowed until the seats and the generic warning light appears in the EVIC to...
Page 88: Flap On Bench - If Equipped
86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Flap On Bench — If Equipped The fold-down flap is equipped with two cup holders and a support surface with a paper holder clip. If your vehicle is equipped with a bench seat, the seat is equipped with a fold-down flap that can be used as a document support surface.
Page 89: Underseat Storage Tray (Driver Side Only) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 Underseat Storage Tray (Driver Side Only) — If Heated Seats — If Equipped Equipped On some models, the front driver and passenger seats A storage tray is located under the drivers seat that can may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions be easily removed by withdrawing the hooks on the and seatbacks.
Page 90: Head Restraints
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Push the switch once to turn on the heated seats. Push the Head Restraints switch a second time to shut the heating elements off. Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt impact.
Page 91 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Front Head Restraints To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the adjust- ment button located on the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint.
Page 92: Adjustable Armrests - If Equipped
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Armrests — If Equipped WARNING! The seat adjustable armrest can be raised and adjusted • A loose head restraint thrown forward in a colli- for height. Underneath the front of the armrest is the sion or hard stop could cause serious injury or adjuster wheel which will adjust the height of the armrest death to occupants of the vehicle.
Page 93: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 Turn the adjuster wheel to the right or left to adjust the TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD height of the armrest up or down. To open the hood, two latches must be released. 1.
Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle, reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and push the safety latch lever to the right to release it, before raising the hood. Hood Prop Rod Slot CAUTION! To prevent possible damage:...
Page 95: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 LIGHTS CAUTION! (Continued) Multifunction Lever • Do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center front edge of the The multifunction lever controls the operation of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
Page 96: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Headlights
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights To turn on the headlights, turn the end of the multifunction lever to the headlight position. When the headlight switch is on, the parking lights, taillights, license plate light, the clear- ance lights and instrument panel lights are also turned on.
Page 97: Ambient Light
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Ambient Light The Daytime Running Lights will come on whenever the ignition is ON, the headlight switch is off, the parking The vehicle is equipped with ambient light on the dome brake is off, and the turn signal is off. lamp, the ambient light will be on all the time with the option of dimming it with the dimmer controls.
Page 98: Turn Signals
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signals Lane Change Assist Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash five proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 99: Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay The warning light on the instrument panel will light up and the corresponding message will appear in the EVIC When this feature is selected the driver can choose to display for as long as the function is activated.
Page 100: Interior Lights
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Interior Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead shelf. Each light is turned on by pushing the corresponding switch. Overhead Lights 1 — Left Map Light 2 — Right Map Light 3 —...
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Dome Lights Map Lights The interior lights can be set to three different positions The switches on the left and right sides of the overhead (Off/Left Position, Center Position, On/Right Position). console controls the map or reading function of the lights. Using the switch on the bottom of the overhead console: Push the switch on the right to turn the right light on and push the switch on the left to turn the left light on.
Page 102: Cargo Lamp
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Lamp The Rear Cargo Lamp is located at the upper rear cargo area above the rear doors. Side Cargo Lamp The Cargo Lamps can be set to three different positions (Off/Right Position, Center Position, On/Left Position). •...
Page 103: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • Leave the Cargo Lamp lens in the center position, and the lamp is turned on and off when the sliding doors or rear doors are opened or closed. • Push the Cargo Lamp lens to the left from its center position and the lamp is always on.
Page 104: Low Speed
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Low Speed Windshield Washer Operation Push the lever downward to the second detent. The To use the washer, pull the windshield wiper/washer wipers will operate at low speed. lever toward the steering wheel to activate the washers. The wipers will activate automatically for three cycles High Speed after the lever is released.
Page 105: Telescoping Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle up. To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the This feature allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering wheel outward or push it inward as desired. To steering column.
Page 106: Electronic Speed Control
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h) up to the maximum speed of 100 mph (160 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control Lever is located on the left side of the steering column.
Page 107: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
Page 108: To Deactivate
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate The drivers preferred units can be selected through the radio settings if equipped. Refer to ”Uconnect Settings” A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the RES button, or in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for more normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will information.
Page 109: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 • If the lever is continually held up, the set speed will • If the lever is continually held down, the set speed will continue to increase until the lever is released, then the continue to decrease until the lever is released, then new set speed will be established.
Page 110: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on EQUIPPED moderate hills is normal. The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides an audible indication of the distance between the rear On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so fascia/bumper and a detected obstacle when backing up,...
Page 111: Parksense Rear Park Assist Sensors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 ParkSense Rear Park Assist Sensors The four ParkSense Rear Park Assist sensors, located in the rear fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors’ field of view. The sensors can detect obstacles, in the horizontal direction, from approximately 12 inches (30 cm) up to 55 inches (140 cm) from the center of the rear fascia/bumper and up to 24 inches (60 cm) from the corners of the rear...
Page 112: Parksense Rear Park Assist Alerts
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense Rear Park Assist Alerts between the tones are directly proportional to the dis- tance from the obstacle. Pulses emitted in quick succes- If an obstacle is behind the vehicle when REVERSE gear sion indicate the presence of a very close obstacle.
Page 113: Parksense Rear Park Assist Failure Indications
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 While audible signals are emitted, the audio system is not The sensors and wiring are tested continuously when the muted. ignition is in the ON/RUN position. Failures are indi- cated immediately if they occur when the system is ON. The audible signal is turned off immediately if the distance increases.
Page 114: Parksense Rear Park Assist System Usage
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Objects such as bicycle carriers, etc., must not be ParkSense Rear Park Assist System Usage Precautions placed within 12 inches (30 cm) from the rear fascia/ bumper while driving the vehicle. Failure to do so can NOTE: result in the system misinterpreting a close object as a •...
Page 115: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) could detect the ball mount and hitch ball assem- • Drivers must be careful when backing up even bly, depending on its size and shape, giving a false when using ParkSense. Always check carefully indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle.
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE entire surroundings” across the top of the screen. After When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE and/or five seconds this note will disappear. The ParkView Rear when the rear doors are closed, the rear camera mode is Back Up Camera is located on the top rear of the vehicle exited and the navigation or audio screen appears again.
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Zone Distance to the rear of the vehicle 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm) Yellow 1 ft - 3 ft (30 cm - 1 m) Green 3 ft or greater (1 m or greater) NOTE: ParkView Rear Back Up Camera can be enabled CAUTION! or disabled by Uconnect system menu.
Page 118: Overhead Shelf- If Equipped
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens. OVERHEAD SHELF— IF EQUIPPED The overhead shelf is located on the headliner above the review mirror.
Page 119: Ambient Light
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Dome Lights Map Lights The interior lights can be set to three different positions The switches on the left and right sides of the overhead (Off/Left Position, Center Position, On/Right Position). console controls the map or reading function of the lights. Using the switch on the bottom of the overhead console: Push the switch on the right to turn the right light on and push the switch on the left to turn the left light on.
Page 120: Power Outlets - If Equipped
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER OUTLETS — IF EQUIPPED Load Compartment Power Outlet Passenger Compartment Power Outlet The Load Compartment Power Outlet is located on the left rear side of the rear cargo compartment. The outlet The cigar lighter and the power outlet are located in the can be is used for powering 12 Volt adaptive accessories center console.
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 122: Auxiliary Switches - If Equipped
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the bat- tery even more quickly. Only use these intermit- tently and with greater caution. • After the use of high power draw accessories, or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the...
Page 123: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF CUPHOLDERS EQUIPPED The cupholders for the drivers and passenger area are A removable ash receiver and cigar lighter are available. located near the floor just under the center stack storage compartment.
Page 124: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Storage
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Glove Compartments The glove compartments are located on the right side of the instrument panel. Glove Compartments 1 — Upper Glove Compartment 2 — Lower Glove Compartment I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 125: Front Door Storage - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Front Door Storage — If Equipped Dash Storage Storage areas and bottle holders are located in both the The dash storage is located on the right side of the front door trim panels. instrument panel.
Page 126: Dashboard Clipboard
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dashboard Clipboard CARGO AREA FEATURES Located on top of the dashboard is a clipboard and two Cargo Area storage bins on each side of the clipboard. The cargo area may be equipped with different options such as a optional side panels, rear seats and an optional floor.
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..128 Setup Menu ......162 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect RH3 ......170 Uconnect SETTINGS ....190 ▫...
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 127 ▫ Basic Voice Commands....211 CLIMATE CONTROLS ....203 ▫...
Page 130: Instrument Panel Features
128 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES Instrument Panel Features Will Vary As Equipped 1 — Air Outlet 10 — Lower Glove Compartment 19 — Uconnect Phone Buttons 2 — Multifunction Lever (External Lights) 11 — Cup Holder 20 — Tilt Steering Column Release Lever 3 —...
Page 131: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 129 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Speedometer is a good idea for you to make a record of the • Indicates vehicle speed. odometer reading before the repair/service, so that you can be sure that it is properly reset, or that the 2.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 131 4. Temperature Gauge WARNING! • The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem- A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or perature. Any reading within the normal range indi- others could be badly burned by steam or boiling cates that the engine cooling system is operating coolant.
Page 134: Warning And Indicator Lights
132 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS All active telltales will display first if applicable. The system check menu may appear different based upon IMPORTANT: The warning / indicator light switches on equipment options and current vehicle status. Some in the instrument panel together with a dedicated mes- telltales are optional and may not appear.
Page 135: Red Telltale Indicator Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 133 Red Telltale Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Air Bag Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Air Bag Warning Light This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 135 Charging System Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Charging System Warning Light This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the light stays on or comes on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s nonessential electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle).
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Door Open Indicator Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Door Open Indicator Light This indicator will illuminate when one or more door(s) are not fully closed. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 137 Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a problem is detected while the engine is running, the light will either stay on or flash de- pending on the nature of the problem.
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Engine Temperature Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condition. If the engine coolant temperature is too high, this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound. If the temperature reaches the upper limit, a continuous chime will be sound for 4 minutes or until the engine is allowed to cool whichever comes first.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139 Transmission Temperature Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Transmission Temperature Warning Light This light indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot. This may occur with severe usage. If this light turns on, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Then, shift the trans- mission into NEUTRAL and run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off.
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Transmission Fault Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Transmission Fault Warning Light This light will illuminate (together with a message in the EVIC and a buzzer) to indicate a transmission fault. Contact your authorized dealer if the message remains after restarting the engine.
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 Coolant Temperature Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condition. If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle.
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Brake Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system reser- voir.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required. NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by tions.
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Oil Pressure Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the ve- hicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light turns Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
Page 147: Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights Stop Light Failure Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Stop Light Failure Indicator Light This light will illuminate if one or more of the stop light bulb fails. The failure relating to this light could be: •...
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL External Light Failure Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light External Light Failure Indicator Light — If Equipped The External Light Failure Indicator will come on when a failure to one of the following lights is detected: •...
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 Vehicle Security Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Vehicle Security Indicator Light If during starting, the key code is not correctly recognized, the Vehicle Security Light comes on in the instrument panel. In this case, turn the key to OFF and then to ON/RUN; if it is still locked, try again with the other keys that come with the vehicle.
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Yellow Telltale What It Means Light is lower than the recommended value and/or that slow pressure loss is occurring. In these cases, optimal tire duration and fuel consumption may not be guaranteed. Should one or more tires be in the condition mentioned above, the display will show the indications corresponding to each tire in sequence.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the replace- tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to ment or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has continue to function properly.
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position. It should go out with the en- gine running.
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off. For further information, refer to “Electronic Stability Control (ESC)” in “Starting And Operating.” I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic System called OBD II that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON position before engine start.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 CAUTION! WARNING! Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal control system. It also could affect fuel economy and operating conditions.
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TOW/HAUL Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light TOW/HAUL Indicator Light This light will illuminate when TOW HAUL mode is selected. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 Yellow Telltale What It Means Light If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock Brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON/RUN position, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer.
Page 158: Green Telltale Indicator Lights
156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Green Telltale Indicator Lights Turn Signal Indicator Lights Green Tell- What It Means tale Light Turn Signal Indicator Lights The instrument cluster arrow will flash independently for the LEFT or RIGHT turn signal as se- lected, as well as the exterior turn signal lamp(s) (front and rear) as selected when the multi- function lever is moved down (LEFT) or up (RIGHT).
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped Green Telltale What It Means Light Front Fog Indicator Light This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light Green Telltale What It Means Light Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on.
Page 160: Blue Telltale Indicator Light
158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Cruise Control Engaged Indicator Light Green Telltale What It Means Light Cruise Control Engaged Indicator Light This light will turn on when the cruise control has been engaged. Blue Telltale Indicator Light High Beam Indicator Light Blue Telltale What It Means Light...
Page 161: White Telltale Indicator Light
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 White Telltale Indicator Light Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator Light White Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator Light This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is ON. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 162: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful (EVIC) information by pushing the switches mounted on the instrument panel. The EVIC Menu items consists of the The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- following: tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the •...
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 • Service (Diesel Only) • DRL - Daytime Running Light (if equipped) • Exit Menu The system allows the driver to select information by pushing the following buttons mounted on the instru- ment panel to the left of the steering column: EVIC Control Buttons •...
Page 164: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Setup Menu
162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • UP Arrow Button The setup menu can be activated by pushing the MODE button. Single pushes on the UP or DOWN but- Push and release the UP arrow button to scroll tons will scroll through the setup menu options. The upward through the main menu and sub- menu items include the following functions: menus or adjust the illumination on the instru-...
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 • Service (Diesel Only) 2. Push and release the UP or DOWN button (by single pushes) to select the new setting. • DRL - Daytime Running Lights (if equipped) 3. Briefly push and release the MODE button to store the •...
Page 166: Change Engine Oil Indicator System
164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Push and release the UP or DOWN button (by Unless reset, this message will continue to display each single pushes) to select the new setting for this time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN submenu option.
Page 167: Trip Computer
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 • When the “Trip distance” reaches 99999.9 miles or Trip Computer kilometers or when the “Travel time” reaches 999.59 The Trip Computer is located in the instrument cluster. It (999 hours and 59 minutes), the system is reset auto- features a driver-interactive display (displays informa- matically.
Page 168: Trip Functions
166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Average speed B Briefly push and release the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or push and hold the MENU (approxi- • Travel time B (driving time) mately one second) to go back to the main screen without “Current Trip”...
Page 169: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 NOTE: The range depends on several factors: driving Average Speed style, type of route (freeway, residential, mountain roads, This value shows the vehicle’s average speed as a func- etc.), and conditions of use of the vehicle (load, tire tion of the overall time elapsed since the last reset.
Page 170: Cybersecurity
168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Buzzer Volume CYBERSECURITY • Seat Belt Buzzer (*) Your vehicle may be a connected vehicle and may be equipped with both wired and wireless networks. These • (*) just available after SBR disable made by CHR networks allow your vehicle to send and receive infor- Service mation.
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 The risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to your WARNING! (Continued) vehicle systems may still exist, even if the most recent may increase the possibility for vehicle systems to version of vehicle software (such as Uconnect software) is be breached.
Page 172: Uconnect Rh3
170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Privacy of any wireless and wired communications can- The directions for use are described below, and we advise not be assured. Third parties may unlawfully intercept you to read these carefully. information and private communications without your NOTE: The operation of many of the resources men- consent.
Page 173: Identification Number
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 Care And Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) The radio structure is built to guarantee many years of should adjust the volume so that you are always able operation without needing maintenance. In case of a to hear sounds around you (e.g. horns, ambulances, fault, contact your local authorized dealer.
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Do not store the warranty card in the vehicle. Action Display If the electrical supply is disrupted, the unit will mute Push the number 3 preset button un- 4 3 - - and the display will show 0000 to indicate that you can til the third digit of the code number enter the security code.
Page 175: General
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 General General • Separate BASS and TREBLE settings The radio offers the following features: • BALANCE/FADE (balances left/right and front/rear Radio (Tuner Mode) channels) • Automatic/Manual station tuning • Equalizer • Manual storage of 30 stations: 18 in the FM band (6 in •...
Page 176: Uconnect Rh3 Display
174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect RH3 Display Buttons: Station search in automatic mode, station search in manual mode, forward/reverse tracks, forward/reverse within track. Mute/Pause Button: Interrupts the sound by muting or pausing the audio. DISP Button: Switches between display modes, clock display.
Page 177: General Functions And Settings
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 Buttons 1 And 2: Forward/reverse folder. turned on. If the ignition is turned off with the radio off, the radio continues to be turned off when the ignition is Band/AS Button: Select tuned frequency band, preset turned on again.
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio sequence: Bass Treble Balance Fader Loud- ness Bass. If this button is not pushed again within You can use the AUDIO button to access the available five seconds, or if you push the ROTARY knob, the audio settings (described in the sections below).
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 Balance Loudness The display will show the message BAL 00 to indicate The display will show LOUD 00 to indicate that you can that the balance function can be set. Turn the ROTARY set the loudness (enhanced sound) function. Turn the knob clockwise to transfer the sound to the right-hand ROTARY knob clockwise to enable the loudness function side;...
Page 180: Tuner Mode (Am/Fm Radio)
178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Tuner Mode (AM/FM Radio) radio is searching for the new station, the display will show SEEKING . When the search is complete, the When you enter TUNER mode, the radio tunes to the display will show the tuned frequency band and most recently selected station and will remain on the station in the format F1 106.9 or, if the station was most recently selected frequency band.
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 the station found was previously stored in memory, Turn the ROTARY knob to restore the audio and change the display will show the channel where it is stored the volume to the level selected. The display will show and the tuned station.
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Accessing Preset Stations Presetting stations with a strong signal: when the BAND/AS button is pushed for more than two seconds, When the preset buttons (1 through 6) are pushed for less the radio will search for the 6 best stations and automati- than two seconds the radio will tune in to the station cally store them in the 6 memory positions of the current associated with that particular memory location.
Page 183: Setup Menu
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 Setup Menu indicating the maximum volume selected. When the maximum volume selected is the maximum radio vol- You can use the Setup menu to change the various factory ume, the display will show MVOL OFF . settings to suit your own preferences.
Page 184: Clock
182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Clock CAUTION! (Continued) Pushing the DISP button for more than two seconds Due to the extensive range of makes and models of enables or disables the clock display. When this feature is storage devices available on the market, not all enabled, the display shows CLK ON and the clock is devices have compatibility required for proper func- displayed whenever the ignition is switched on, even if...
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 To enter USB mode, you must push the SRC button. If playable files are found, the radio will also check that When you enter USB mode, the display shows LOAD- the connected device is the same as the one used imme- ING while the radio checks whether the connected diately before the USB function.
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL File Sequence I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Play Sequence (File) Comments Track 1_1 If there are MP3, WMA or AAC (extensions mp3, wma, m4a, mp4 and 3gp) files in the root folder, these will be played first. Track 2_1 Folders within the same level are sorted in ascending order by name (up to folder number 100, after which the order follows that in which they were re- Track 3_1 corded on the USB device).
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When these buttons are pushed, the display will show a When you reach the final song in the last folder and push TRKyyy message, where yyy is the track number. If any again, the radio will advance to the first song in the of these buttons is briefly pushed again, the number in first folder on the USB device.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 Mute/Pause Pushing the F-TRACK button will not resume play, but using the (F-TRK + rotation) function will start or resume Pushing this knob stops music playback and mutes the play. sound. The display will switch between PAUSED and the current view (three seconds).
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the ROTARY knob is pushed or if its position is not Forward/Reverse Folder changed for five seconds, the track is selected, the ID3 tag When you push the memory 1 button, the radio will is processed and the music will start playing.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 Whenever the radio skips from one folder to another, the If the RND function is enabled, the music forward/ display will show the name of the folder to which you are reverse will be random, both in normal mode and Fast going for a few milliseconds (the rotary movements are Track mode.
Page 192: Uconnect Settings
190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect SETTINGS The Uconnect system uses a combination of buttons on the touchscreen and buttons on the faceplate located on the center of the instrument panel that allows you to access and change the customer programmable features. Many features can vary by vehicle.
Page 193: Buttons On The Faceplate
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 Buttons On The Faceplate Buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect system in the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right side. Turn the control knob to scroll through menus and change settings (i.e., 30, 60, 90), push the center of the control knob one or more times to select or change a setting (i.e., ON, OFF).
Page 194: Buttons On The Touchscreen
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons On The Touchscreen When making a selection, press the button on the touch- screen to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the mode, press and release the preferred setting. Once the Uconnect display.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 • Display Brightness With Headlights ON showing that setting has been selected. Press the arrow back/Done button on the touchscreen to return to the This feature allows you to select the display brightness previous menu. when the headlights are on.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Show Time In Status Bar — If Equipped Consumption. If the distance is in mi (miles), miles per gallon (mpg) are set automatically. If the distance This feature allows you to choose to show the time in the is km, km/1 or 1/100km can be selected.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 • Set Date To make your selection, press the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark This feature will allow you to set the date manually. Press appears next to setting, indicating that the setting had the Set Date button on the touchscreen and using the been selected.
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Equalizer Doors & Locks This feature allows you to adjust the Bass, Mid and Treble After pressing the “Doors & Locks” button on the touch- settings. Adjust the settings with the “–” or “+” arrow screen the following settings will be available: buttons on the touchscreen or by selecting any point on •...
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 • Auto - On Radio • Paired Phones Press the Auto On Radio button on the touchscreen to set This feature shows which phones are paired to the how the radio behaves when the Ignition is switched to Phone/Bluetooth system.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL touchscreen, select the channels you would like to skip Restore Settings — If Equipped followed by pressing the back arrow button on the After pressing the Restore Settings button on the touch- touchscreen. screen the following settings will be available: •...
Page 201: Uconnect Radios
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 UCONNECT RADIOS iPod/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED The USB Port and Auxiliary Jack is located on the instrument panel left of the radio (driver’s lower right). This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port.
Page 202: Usb Charging Port
200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL For further information, refer to the Uconnect Supple- ment Manual. USB Charging Port The USB connector port can be used for charging pur- poses only. Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external USB device to the vehicle’s USB charging port which is located next to the 12V power outlet near the cup holder on passenger side.
Page 203: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 WARNING! Do not plug in or remove the iPod or external device while driving. Failure to follow this warning could result in a collision. STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on the surface of the steering wheel.
Page 204: Radio Operation
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The following describes the right-hand control operation 4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners, in each mode. or anti-static sprays. Radio Operation 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. Pushing the top of the switch will “Scan” up for the next 6.
Page 205: General Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does not CLIMATE CONTROLS satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the phone, it Manual Heating And Air Conditioning is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during mobile phone operation when not using Uconnect (if equipped).
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of Temperature Control three outer rotary dials (blower speed, temperature and mode) and three inner push buttons (Recirculation, A/C, Rotate this control to regulate the tem- Rear Window Defroster). perature of the air inside the passenger Blower Control compartment.
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 Air Conditioning Control Mode Control (Air Direction) Push this button to engage the Air Con- Rotate this control to choose from sev- ditioning. A light will illuminate when eral patterns of air distribution. You the Air Conditioning system is engaged. can select either a primary mode as Rotating the dial left into the blue area of identified by the symbols on the con-...
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Bi-Level • Defrost Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use this mode with maxi- NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, mum blower and temperature settings for best wind- there is a difference in temperature between the upper shield and side window defrosting.
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 • Hot Ambient Temperature. Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Ex- • Blower at Maximum speed. tended use of this mode is not recommended. •...
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Do not affix stickers to the inside of the heated rear window over the heating filaments, to avoid damage that might cause them to stop working properly. Additional Rear Climate Control — If Equipped This switch, mounted on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column, activates the additional rear heating/air conditioning system vent.
Page 211: Uconnect 5.0 Voice Recognition Quick Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 UCONNECT 5.0 VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS Introducing Uconnect Start using Uconnect Voice Recognition with these help- ful quick tips. It provides the key Voice Commands and tips you need to know to control your Uconnect 5.0 system.
Page 212: Get Started
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Get Started 1. Visit UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing in- structions. 2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger con- versations are examples of noise that may impact recognition.
Page 213: Basic Voice Commands
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 Basic Voice Commands The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect system. Push the VR button . After the beep, say • Cancel to stop a current voice session •...
Page 214: Radio
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio stations you would like to hear. (Subscrip- tion or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial required.) Push the VR button . After the beep, say •...
Page 215: Media
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 Media TIP: Press the “Browse” button on the touchscreen to see all of the music on your iPod or USB device. Your Voice Uconnect offers connections via USB, Bluetooth and Command must match exactly how the artist, album, Auxiliary ports (If Equipped).
Page 216: Voice Text Reply
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Voice Text Reply PRE-DEFINED VOICE TEXT REPLY RESPONSES Uconnect will announce incoming text messages. Push Okay. Where are you? I will be the PHONE button and say Listen. (Must have <number> Call me. Are you there compatible mobile phone paired to Uconnect system.) minutes late.
Page 217: Additional Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 Additional Information © 2015 FCA US LLC. All rights reserved. Mopar and Uconnect are registered trademarks and Mopar Owner Connect is a trademark of FCA US LLC. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. SiriusXM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc.
Page 218 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 219 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .225 STARTING PROCEDURES ....221 ▫ Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ..221 ▫...
Page 220 218 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...258 PARKING BRAKE ..... .240 BRAKE SYSTEM .
Page 221 STARTING AND OPERATING 219 ▫ Materials Added To Fuel ....285 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) ..275 ▫ Fuel System Cautions....286 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS .
Page 222 220 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Recreational Towing — Automatic RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) ... .306 Transmission ......307 ▫...
Page 223: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 221 STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic Transmission — If Equipped Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. position before you can start the engine. Press the brake pedal before shifting to any driving gear.
Page 224: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -22°F Or −30°C)
222 STARTING AND OPERATING Extreme Cold Weather (Below –22°F Or −30°C) CAUTION! To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- started.
Page 225: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 223 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits WARNING! quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a •...
Page 226 224 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! Once the key is removed, the transmission is Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- locked in PARK, securing the vehicle against un- ing precautions are not observed: wanted movement. • Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after •...
Page 227: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 225 Key Ignition Park Interlock out of PARK, the ignition switch must be turned to the ON/RUN position (engine running or not), and the This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- brake pedal must be pressed. lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/ NOTE: Swivel seats that are unlocked can also prevent...
Page 228 226 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. hundred miles (kilometers).
Page 229 STARTING AND OPERATING 227 NOTE: If the shift lever cannot be moved to the PARK, PARK (P) REVERSE, or NEUTRAL position (when pushed for- This range supplements the parking brake by locking the ward) it is probably in the ERS (+/-) position (beside the transmission.
Page 230 228 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, parking brake. Always apply the parking brake you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- ment and possible injury or damage.
Page 231 STARTING AND OPERATING 229 • With the brake pedal released, verify the shift lever WARNING! (Continued) will not move out of PARK. warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector. CAUTION! • Do not leave the ignition key in or near the vehicle •...
Page 232 230 STARTING AND OPERATING NEUTRAL (N) CAUTION! (Continued) Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged severe transmission damage. Refer to “Recreational periods with the engine running. The engine may be Towing” in “Starting And Operating” and “Towing A started in this range.
Page 233 STARTING AND OPERATING 231 to Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation in this Transmission Limp Home Mode section for further information) to select a lower gear Transmission function is monitored electronically for range. Under these conditions, using a lower gear range abnormal conditions.
Page 234 232 STARTING AND OPERATING In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the service is required. following steps: Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation 1.
Page 235 STARTING AND OPERATING 233 To exit ERS mode, simply return the shift lever to the WARNING! DRIVE position. Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or personal injury.
Page 236 234 STARTING AND OPERATING Overdrive Operation the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessive shifting. When operating in TOW/HAUL The automatic transmission includes an electronically mode, transmission upshifts are delayed, and the trans- controlled Overdrive (sixth gear). The transmission will mission will automatically downshift (for engine brak- automatically shift into Overdrive if the following con- ing) during steady braking maneuvers.
Page 237: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 235 NOTE: DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES • The torque converter clutch will not engage, until the Acceleration transmission fluid and engine coolant are warm [usu- Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- ally after 1 to 3 miles (2 to 5 km) of driving]. Because pery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull the engine speed is higher when the torque converter erratically to the right or left.
Page 238: Traction
236 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction DRIVING THROUGH WATER When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Driving through water more than a few inches/ wedge of water to build up between the tire and road centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure surface.
Page 239: Shallow Standing Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 237 Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! Although your vehicle is capable of driving through • Always check the depth of the standing water shallow standing water, consider the following Cautions before driving through it. Never drive through and Warnings before doing so. standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
Page 240: Power Steering
238 STARTING AND OPERATING If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will CAUTION! (Continued) still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi- operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contami- tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering nated, as this may result in further damage.
Page 241: Power Steering Fluid Check
STARTING AND OPERATING 239 CAUTION! CAUTION! Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering system as the chemicals can damage your power fluid temperature and it should be avoided when steering components.
Page 242 240 STARTING AND OPERATING PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied. The parking brake lever is located on the outboard side of the drivers seat. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as possible.
Page 243 STARTING AND OPERATING 241 When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front WARNING! (Continued) wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged the curb on an uphill grade. The parking brake should before driving;...
Page 244: Brake System
242 STARTING AND OPERATING BRAKE SYSTEM ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses brake control system that includes the Traction Control normal capability, the remaining system will still func- System (TCS), Brake Assist System (BAS) and Electronic tion.
Page 245 STARTING AND OPERATING 243 The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to WARNING! (Continued) provide regulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent makes a low humming noise during operation, which is the natural laws of physics from acting on the normal.
Page 246: Traction Control System (Tcs)
244 STARTING AND OPERATING Engagement of the ABS may be accompanied by a The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (in pulsing sensation. You may also hear a clicking noise. the instrument cluster) will start to flash as soon as the These occurrences are normal and indicate that the tires lose traction and the wheels begin to spin.
Page 247: Brake Assist System (Bas)
STARTING AND OPERATING 245 pressure unless braking is no longer desired. Once the WARNING! (Continued) brake pedal is released, the BAS is deactivated. • The capabilities of a TCS-equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous WARNING! manner, which could jeopardize the user’s safety or •...
Page 248: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
246 STARTING AND OPERATING • Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than Electronic Stability Control (ESC) appropriate for the steering wheel position. The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) enhances direc- tional control and stability of the vehicle under various WARNING! driving conditions.
Page 249 STARTING AND OPERATING 247 ESC Operating Modes Light” will be illuminated. When in the “Partial Off” mode, ESC will operate without engine torque management. This The “ESC Off” switch is located in the center mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, switch bank, next to the hazard flasher switch.
Page 250 248 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off”...
Page 251: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 249 • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESC system swaying trailer is recognized. Note that TSC cannot stop will be ON even if it was turned off previously. all trailers from swaying. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the trailer tongue weight •...
Page 252: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
250 STARTING AND OPERATING • Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e., Hill Start Assist (HSA) vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle back- The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when ing uphill is in REVERSE gear). starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill.
Page 253 STARTING AND OPERATING 251 Towing With HSA WARNING! (Continued) HSA will provide assistance when starting on a grade • HSA is not a parking brake. If you stop the vehicle when pulling a trailer. on a hill without putting the transmission in PARK and using the parking brake, it will roll down the WARNING! hill and could cause a collision with another ve-...
Page 254: Tire Safety Information
252 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 255 STARTING AND OPERATING 253 • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into into the sidewall.
Page 256 254 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: R = Construction code – R means radial construction, or – D means diagonal or bias construction 15, 16, 18 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index – A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol –...
Page 257: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 255 EXAMPLE: Load Identification: Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire: • XL = Extra load (or reinforced) tire, or • LL = Light load tire or •...
Page 258 256 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation – This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
Page 259: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 257 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours.
Page 260: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
258 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Example Tire Placard Location (B-Pillar) Example Tire Placard Location (Door) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 261 STARTING AND OPERATING 259 Tire And Loading Information Placard 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading...
Page 262 260 STARTING AND OPERATING To determine the maximum loading conditions of your 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or “XXX”...
Page 263 STARTING AND OPERATING 261 • For the following example, the combined weight of NOTE: occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your (392 kg). trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. The follow- ing table shows examples on how to calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and num-...
Page 264 262 STARTING AND OPERATING I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 265: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 266 264 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Economy WARNING! (Continued) Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle resulting in higher fuel consumption. to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
Page 267: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 265 Tire Inflation Pressures Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always “cold tire inflation pressure”. Cold tire inflation pressure The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side door.
Page 268: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
266 STARTING AND OPERATING inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), WARNING! which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition. High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous. The added strain on your Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) tires could cause them to fail.
Page 269: Tire Types
STARTING AND OPERATING 267 Tire Repair Tire Types If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it All Season Tires — If Equipped meets the following criteria: All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (Spring, • The tire has not been driven on when flat. Summer, Fall and Winter).
Page 270 268 STARTING AND OPERATING Summer tires do not contain the all season designation or Snow Tires mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires Summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may during the Winter.
Page 271: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 269 While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid Spare Tires — If Equipped and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- instead of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit”...
Page 272 270 STARTING AND OPERATING rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option, Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the tire rotation pattern.
Page 273 STARTING AND OPERATING 271 Full Size Spare — If Equipped your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. first opportunity. This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Page 274: Tire Spinning
272 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or to help you in determining when your tires should be for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- replaced.
Page 275: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 273 • Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth higher, and Summer tires typically have a reduced becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm).
Page 276: Replacement Tires
274 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Tires affect your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many those of the original wheels. characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures.
Page 277: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict- Replacing original tires with tires of a different size able handling and stress to steering and suspen- may result in false speedometer and odometer read- sion components.
Page 278 276 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • Install device as tightly as possible and then re- Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow) tighten after driving about ½ mile (0.8 km). between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable •...
Page 279: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 277 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS The suggested rotation method is the “forward cross” shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at does not apply to some directional tires that must not be different loads and perform different steering, driving, reversed.
Page 280: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
278 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the limit for any reason, including low temperature effects, or driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- natural pressure loss through the tire.
Page 281 STARTING AND OPERATING 279 For example, your vehicle may have a recommended cold CAUTION! (Continued) (parked for more than three hours) tire pressure of 30 psi warnings have been established for the tire size (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the equipped on your vehicle.
Page 282: Base System
280 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care the tire. and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition.
Page 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 The TPMS consists of the following components: Check TPMS Warnings • Receiver Module. The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system • Five Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors. fault is detected, an audible chime will be activated and •...
Page 284: General Information
282 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. NOTE: For a correct Tire Pressure Monitoring behavior, please wait for about 20 minutes in key-off during each NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a regular size tire substitution. spare wheel.
Page 285: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 FUEL REQUIREMENTS than 87 can cause engine failure and may void or not be covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. 3.6L Engine Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experience these This engine is designed to meet all emis- symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before consid- sions regulations and provide optimum...
Page 286: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
284 STARTING AND OPERATING Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or not be covered under New Vehicle Limited Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Warranty. genates such as ethanol. E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles CAUTION! Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso- line containing up to 15% ethanol (E-15).
Page 287: Mmt In Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 MMT In Gasoline Materials Added To Fuel Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper octane is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is rating, gasolines that contain detergents, corrosion and blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline stability additives are recommended.
Page 288: Fuel System Cautions
286 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being CAUTION! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s Most of these products contain high concentrations performance: of methanol.
Page 289: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 287 Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- WARNING! tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon conditions repaired promptly.
Page 290: Adding Fuel
288 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL CAUTION! Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the system could result from using an improper fuel left side of the vehicle.
Page 291: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 289 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message WARNING! (Continued) If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a in violation of most state and federal fire regula- “Check fuel cap”...
Page 292: Vehicle Loading
290 STARTING AND OPERATING • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) VEHICLE LOADING • Type of Vehicle As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label • Month Day and Hour of Manufacture (MDH) affixed to the driver’s side door or B-Pillar. The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the VIN.
Page 293 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 Inflation Pressure WARNING! This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is all loading conditions up to full GAWR. important that you do not exceed the maximum front Curb Weight or rear GAWR.
Page 294: Trailer Towing
292 STARTING AND OPERATING The best way to figure out the total weight of your have exceeded either GAWR, but the total load is within vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for the specified GVWR, you must redistribute the weight. operation.
Page 295: Common Towing Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 Common Towing Definitions The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight The following trailer towing related definitions will assist of the trailer must be supported by the scale. you in understanding the following information: Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
Page 296 294 STARTING AND OPERATING Tongue Weight (TW) If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC) recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to hitch ball by the trailer.
Page 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing WARNING! safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability. system may reduce handling, stability, braking Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load performance, and could result in a collision.
Page 298 296 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max.
Page 299 STARTING AND OPERATING 297 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer. Ratings) Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer collisions. NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on addresses:...
Page 300 298 STARTING AND OPERATING Consider the following items when computing the Towing Requirements weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- • The tongue weight of the trailer. train components, the following guidelines are recom- mended.
Page 301 STARTING AND OPERATING 299 Perform the maintenance listed in the “Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) Schedule”. Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not proper maintenance intervals. When towing a trailer, overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings.
Page 302 300 STARTING AND OPERATING • Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe WARNING! (Continued) and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to • GCWR must not be exceeded. “Tires – General Information” in “Starting And Oper- • Total weight must be distributed between the tow ating”...
Page 303 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes WARNING! • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hydrau- vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. lic brake lines. It can overload your brake system and This could cause inadequate braking and possible cause it to fail.
Page 304 302 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven- pin wiring harness.
Page 305 STARTING AND OPERATING 303 The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer to the following illustrations. Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Backup Lamps 6 —...
Page 306: Towing Tips
304 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips Tow/Haul Mode Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, To reduce the potential for automatic transmission over- and backing up the trailer in an area located away from heating, activate the “TOW/HAUL” feature when driv- heavy traffic.
Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 Cooling System Highway Driving To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- Reduce speed. heating, take the following actions: Air Conditioning City Driving Turn off temporarily. When stopped for short periods, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 308 306 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Automatic Transmission Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Front Rear NOT ALLOWED On Trailer NOTE: When recreationally towing your vehicle, always follow applicable state and provincial laws. Contact state and provincial Highway Safety offices for additional details.
Page 309 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 Recreational Towing — Automatic Transmission CAUTION! Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the front wheels • DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a drivetrain will result. If this vehicle requires tow- tow dolly or vehicle trailer.
Page 310 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 311 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...311 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..325 ▫ Jack Location......326 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 312 310 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ... . .347 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...350 ▫ Automatic Transmission ....352 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE .
Page 313: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 311 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel below the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 314: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
312 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum WARNING! heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a You or others can be badly burned by hot engine supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 315: Torque Specifications
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 313 Torque Specifications Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/ Lug Nut/ Bolt Size Bolt Socket Size 145 Ft-Lbs (197 N·m) M16 x 1.50 21 mm **Use only your Authorized Dealer recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening.
Page 316 314 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be nut/bolt has been tightened twice. sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated against the wheel.
Page 317: Tire Service Kit - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 315 TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED Tire Service Kit Components And Operation Small punctures up to 1/4 inch (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with Tire Service Kit. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire.
Page 318: Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions
316 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Using The Power Button Your Tire Service Kit is equipped with the following Push and release the Power Button (4) once to symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. turn On the Tire Service Kit.
Page 319 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 317 from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded. • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the Tire Service Kit.
Page 320 318 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the heat source. vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the •...
Page 321: Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 319 on the ground. This will provide the best positioning WARNING! (Continued) of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated • Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In tire and running the air pump. Move the vehicle as case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a phy- necessary to place the valve stem in this position sician immediately.
Page 322 320 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the tire. valve stem.
Page 323 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 321 NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and latch pillar (recommended pressure). Check the tire the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge (3). Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
Page 324 322 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the (D) Drive Vehicle: valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, the hose, and place the Tire Service Kit in the vehicle drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure storage location.
Page 325 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 323 (E) After Driving: If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher: Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop 1. Push the Power Button (4) to turn on Tire Service Kit to Use Tire Service Kit”...
Page 326 324 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the instrument 4. Clean any remaining sealant from the Tire Service Kit panel after the tire has been repaired. housing. 6. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) 5.
Page 327: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 325 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get WARNING! under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the where it can be raised on a lift.
Page 328: Jack Location
326 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location Removing The Spare Tire The jack and jack tools are stored under the front 1. Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the passenger seat. vehicle. Attach the lug bolt adapter to the winch extension and insert it into the winch mechanism.
Page 329 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 327 Winch Location Winch Extension The winch mechanism is located under the rear of the 2. Rotate the wheel wrench handle counterclockwise vehicle to the right of the spare tire. until the spare tire is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle.
Page 330 328 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The winch mechanism is designed for use with 3. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to gain the winch extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or access to the spare tire retainer. other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch.
Page 331 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 329 4. Remove the retainer nut prior to removing the retainer 5. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to from the wheel. tilt the retainer at the end of the cable. Retainer Nut Lifting Spare Tire I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 332: Preparations
330 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Pull the retainer through the center of the wheel. Preparations 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Page 333: Jacking Instructions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 331 5. Turn the ignition OFF. Jacking Instructions Block the front and rear of the wheel diagonally WARNING! opposite of the jacking position. For ex- ample, if changing the right front tire, Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to block the left rear wheel.
Page 334 332 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift.
Page 335 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 333 Assembled Jack Jacking Engagement Locations 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug bolts by CAUTION! turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated.
Page 336 334 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The rear jacking location is located in front of the NOTE: The front jacking location is located behind the rear tire and in front of the leaf spring mount. front tire and in front of the driver/passenger door. Rear Jacking Location Front Jacking Location I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 337 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 335 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right, WARNING! using the wrench handle and lug bolt adapter. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire.
Page 338 336 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Remove the wheel lug bolts. For vehicles with wheel covers, remove the cover from the wheel by hand. Do not pry the wheel cover off. Then pull the wheel off the hub. 6. Install the spare tire. Lightly tighten the wheel lug bolts.
Page 339 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 337 NOTE: Do not install the wheel cover on the spare tire. 7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left. 8. Refer to “Torque Specifications” in this section for proper wheel lug bolt torque. 9.
Page 340 338 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! (Continued) operator should repeat the spare tire installation procedure. If the yellow dot does not appear in the winch indication window, place and secure the dam- aged wheel into the vehicle and seek dealer assis- tance to the winch mechanism.
Page 341 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 339 13. Check the spare tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct the tire pressure, as required. For vehicles with aluminum wheels: 1. Remove the adapter bracket and bolts from the storage bag in the glove compartment. 2.
Page 342 340 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Tighten the knob on the bolt to secure it to the bracket. Alloy Wheel Mounting Securing The Bracket I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 343: Wheel Covers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 341 4. Position the tire vertically and lay the mounted Wheel Covers adapter on the inner part of the rim. Using the supplied bolts, fasten the wheel to the adapter using CAUTION! the bolt install wrench. Tighten the bolts with the Use a back-and-forth motion to remove the hub cap.
Page 344: Jump-Starting Procedures
342 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
Page 345 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 343 The Remote Negative (-) Post is located on the core WARNING! support closest to the front of the vehicle. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON.
Page 346: Jump-Starting Procedure
344 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park CAUTION! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle WARNING! or the discharged vehicle.
Page 347 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 345 3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster negative (-) post of the booster battery. battery. Let the engine idle a few minutes and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged 4.
Page 348: Battery Location
346 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper Battery Location cable from the remote positive (+) post of the dis- There are two remote jump starting posts under the hood charged vehicle. which is the recommended jump start location.
Page 349: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 347 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.
Page 350 348 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! CAUTION! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en- tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the gine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain least one minute after every five rocking-motion...
Page 351: Shift Lever Override
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 349 3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, remove the WARNING! shift lever override access cover which is located below the shift lever. Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or 4.
Page 352: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
350 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. Towing Condition Wheels OFF the ALL Models Ground Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable: • Transmission in NEUTRAL Wheel Lift or Dolly Rear •...
Page 353 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 351 If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) CAUTION! while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. position. Vehicle damage may occur. NOTE: For vehicles equipped with diesel engine and •...
Page 354: Automatic Transmission
352 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Automatic Transmission CAUTION! The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with • Towing faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. 15 miles (24 km) with front wheels on the ground If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- can cause severe transmission damage.
Page 355 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil ......361 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..355 ▫...
Page 356 354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Automatic Transmission ▫ Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamps ..407 (3.6L Gasoline Engine Only) ....381 ▫ Daytime Running Lamp (DRL)/Front Side ▫...
Page 357: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Washer Solvent Reservoir 5 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 2 — Engine Oil Fill 6 — Coolant Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Power Steering Reservoir 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 358: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause Diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 359: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message WARNING! If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel • ONLY an authorized service technician should con- filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a nect equipment to the OBD II connection port in “Check fuel cap”...
Page 360: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which PROGRAMS you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must do the In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass following: an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Page 361: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 • The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully REPLACEMENT PARTS illuminated until you place the ignition in the off Use of genuine MOPAR parts for normal/scheduled position or start the engine. This means that your maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to en- vehicle’s OBD II system is ready and you can proceed sure the designed performance.
Page 362: Maintenance Procedures
360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed systems may void your warranty and could result in civil “Maintenance Schedule”, there are other components penalties being assessed against you. which may require servicing or replacement in the future. WARNING! CAUTION! •...
Page 363: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at CAUTION! (Continued) the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these transmission, or air conditioning. Such damage is engines. not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed because of component malfunc- CAUTION! tion, use only the specified fluid for the flushing...
Page 364 362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Selection CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection under all Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 365 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 NOTE: MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to FCA Materials Added To Engine Oil Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil, Shell Helix The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- or equivalent may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to meeting MS-6395 is not available.
Page 366: Engine Oil Filter
364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Filter WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can at every engine oil change. provide a measure of protection in the case of engine Engine Oil Filter Selection backfire.
Page 367: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 Exhaust System WARNING! The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and system.
Page 368 366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- CAUTION! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst leaded fuel only.
Page 369: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- WARNING! age: • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 370: Air Conditioner Maintenance
368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner should • It is essential when replacing the cables on the be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the battery that the positive cable is attached to the start of each warm season.
Page 371 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling WARNING! (Continued) R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
Page 372 370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE A/C Air Filter Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. WARNING! Do not remove the A/C air filter while the blower is operating or personal injury may result. The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet in the engine compartment.
Page 373: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 2. Remove and replace the A/C air filter from the filter 3. Install the A/C air filter/filter retainer back into the retainer. fresh air inlet. When installing the filter retainer make sure the retainer is fully engaged. 4.
Page 374: Windshield Wiper Blades
372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE other underhood services, the hood latch, release mecha- Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from nism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Page 375: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 Cooling System WARNING! WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- must be exercised when filling or working around connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition the washer solution.
Page 376 374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Coolant Checks If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains visible sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 flush with OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to months (before the onset of freezing weather, where MS.90032).
Page 377 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • This vehicle has not been designed for use with Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool- propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze). ant is different and should not be mixed with Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (an- Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) en- tifreeze) is not recommended.
Page 378 376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Please review these recommendations for using Organic Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where MS.90032.
Page 379 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 Cooling System Pressure Cap WARNING! (Continued) The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant specified for your vehicle.
Page 380 378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle. Coolant Level • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in The coolant expansion bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is ad- the coolant expansion bottle.
Page 381: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is WARNING! equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or •...
Page 382 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may WARNING! (Continued) cause leaking in the system. can severely damage your brake system and/or Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require- impair its performance. The proper type of brake ments described on the brake fluid reservoir.
Page 383: Automatic Transmission (3.6L Gasoline Engine Only)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain WARNING! (Continued) the transmission fluid at the correct level using the • Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing in any transmission;...
Page 384 382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Special Additives Fluid Level Check The manufacturer strongly recommends against using The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not any special additives in the transmission. require adjustment under normal operating conditions. Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered transmission filler tube is capped and no dipstick is product and its performance may be impaired by supple-...
Page 385: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 Fluid And Filter Changes hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under- Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper body protection. maintenance intervals. The following maintenance recommendations will enable In addition, change the fluid and filter if the fluid you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the trans-...
Page 386 384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Washing CAUTION! • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash, or a mild such as steel wool or scouring powder that will car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with scratch metal and painted surfaces.
Page 387 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, Wheel And Wheel Trim Care touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and considered the responsibility of the owner. chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with •...
Page 388 386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean, or a mild CAUTION! soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes.
Page 389 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular CAUTION! cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery Direct contact of air fresheners, insect repellents, and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Page 390 388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning Headlights cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win- dow equipped with electric defrosters or windows Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog equipped with radio antennas. Do not use scrapers or lights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone break- other sharp instrument that may scratch the elements.
Page 391: Cleaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 Seat Belt Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn web- Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
Page 392: Fuses
390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE the liner thoroughly under warm running water. Shake WARNING! (Continued) the excess water from the liner and dry the outer surfaces material. Failure to use proper fuses may result in with a clean soft cloth. serious personal injury, fire and/or property dam- Installation age.
Page 393: Underhood Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 391 Underhood Fuses The ID number of the electrical component correspond- ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover. The Front Power Distribution Center is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. To access the fuses, remove the cover.
Page 394 392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description 40 Amp Orange – Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Pump 20 Amp Yellow (3.6 – Starter Relay 3.6L (3.6 Gasoline Engine) Gasoline Engine) 50 Amp Red (3.0 Die- – Glow Plug Unit (3.0 Diesel Engine) sel Engine) 50 Amp Red (3.6 –...
Page 395 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description 50 Amp Red (non – Engine Cooling Fan - 1st Speed A/C) 60 Amp Blue (A/C) 40 Amp Orange – Passenger Compartment Blower – 15 Amp Blue Rear Power Outlet –...
Page 396 394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description Starter Relay Coil (3.0 Diesel Engine) – 20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module (ECM), Injectors (3.6 Gasoline Engine) – 20 Amp Yellow Secondary Loads, Engine Control Module (ECM) (3.0 Diesel Engine) –...
Page 397 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description Coils (3.6 Gasoline Engine) – 20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module (ECM), Primary Loads (3.0 Diesel Engine) – 20 Amp Yellow Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Valves – 7.5 Amp Brown KL15 Vacuum pump relay coil (3.6 Gasoline Engine) —...
Page 398 396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front PDC Additional Fuses The additional fuse box is located inside the front PDC Box. Front Power Distribution Center Additional Fuses I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 399 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 Cavity Mini Fuse Description 20 Amp Yellow Vacuum Pump (3.6 Gasoline Engine) — If Equipped 30 Amp Green Transmission Power RELE (3.6 Gasoline Engine) — If Equipped 7.5 Amp Brown Urea Pump (3.0 Diesel Engine) — If Equipped 25 Amp White Urea NOX Sensor 1–2 —...
Page 400: Interior Fuses
398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Fuses The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Module (BCM) and is located on the driver’s side under the instrument panel. Fuse Panel I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 401 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 Fuse Panel Cavity Locations I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 402 400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Mini Fuse Description 10 Amp Red Right Low Beam 10 Amp Red Left Low Beam 5 Amp Beige INT/A 10 Amp Red SBMT 7.5 Amp Brown Clearance Lights 15 Amp Blue +30 (ACM – TPCU – RRM – DLC) 5 Amp Beige INT (BRAKE NO –...
Page 403 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 Cavity Mini Fuse Description 5 Amp Beige +30 (IPC) 7.5 Amp Brown Left High Beam 7.5 Amp Brown Right High Beam 7.5 Amp Brown Left Fog Lamp 7.5 Amp Brown Right Fog Lamp I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 404: Right Central Pillar Fuses
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Right Central Pillar Fuses The right central pillar fuse panel is located on the interior side at the base of the passenger side B pillar. Fuse Panel Fuse Panel Location I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 405: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 Cavity Mini Fuse Description 7.5 Amp Brown Seat Heater 20 Amp Yellow Rear Left Windows Heater 20 Amp Yellow Rear Right Windows Heater 20 Amp Yellow Auxiliary Switch (From Battery) – If Equipped 20 Amp Yellow Auxiliary Switch (From Ignition) –...
Page 406: Replacement Bulbs
404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Overhead Lamp Sun Visors Courtesy Lamp FF500 Glove Compartment Rear Courtesy Lamp Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Front Low and High Beam Headlamp H7LL Front Park/Turn Signal Lamps 7444NA Daytime Running Lamps (If Equipped) 7440 Front Side Marker Lamps WY5W...
Page 407 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 Bulb Number Rear Turn Signal Lamps 7440NA Rear Backup Lamps Rear Side Marker Lamps Front Fog Lamps License Plate Lamps Front Roof Lamps WY5W Rear Roof Lamps NOTE: • Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer. •...
Page 408: Bulb Replacement
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT 6. Remove appropriate plastic cap from the back of the headlamp housing. NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric 7. Push down on the upper portion of the socket. conditions change to allow the condensation to change 8.
Page 409: Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 16. Carefully reinstall screw (1) on lower headlamp filler 5. Pull Headlamp forward. panel. 6. Rotate the bulb counter clockwise and remove. 17. Carefully reinstall screws (2) on upper headlamp 7. Install the bulb into socket, and rotate bulb/socket filler panel.
Page 410: Daytime Running Lamp (Drl)/Front Side Marker Lamp
408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lamp (DRL)/Front Side Marker 9. Carefully reinstall headlamp in the same position on Lamp the vehicle, so as not to affect headlamp aiming. NOTE: Passenger side headlamp must be removed for 10. Install upper screw (1) on headlamp housing. bulb replacement, for driver side headlamp go to step 6 11.
Page 411: Front, Rear Roof Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 5. Reinstall the plastic cap and close the cover on the Rear Tail, Stop, Backup, Turn Signal And Rear wheel liner. Side Marker Lamps Front, Rear Roof Lamps 1. Open rear doors. 1. Remove two screw and remove the lamp assembly. 2.
Page 412: Fluid Capacities
410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 24 Gallons 90 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L Engine 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) Cooling System * 3.6L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/ 10.5 Quarts 10 Liters Engine Coolant 10 Year/ 150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 413: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032. Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the require- ments of FCA Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix.
Page 414 412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Page 415: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission – 3.6L Gasoline Engine Only Use Only ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4 fluid may affect the function or perfor- mance of your transmission. We recommend MOPAR ATF+4 Fluid.
Page 416 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 417 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart ....418 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .416 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 418 416 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your indicator system. The oil change indicator system will Instrument Panel”...
Page 419 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 417 Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil • Check engine oil level Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter. • Check windshield washer fluid level • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu- •...
Page 420 418 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary.
Page 421 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 419 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. Replace Brake Fluid every two years Replace spark plugs. ** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Page 422 420 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 423 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ....423 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) ... . .425 ▫...
Page 424 422 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .430 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ..429 ▫...
Page 425: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 423 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 426: Fca Usa Llc Customer Center
424 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized FCA USA LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
Page 427: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 425 In Mexico Contact Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Sante Fe C.P. 05109 manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- Mexico, D.
Page 428 426 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only We appreciate that you have made a major investment the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with...
Page 429: Warranty Information
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 427 WARRANTY INFORMATION If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy DVD, for the terms and provisions of FCA US LLC campaign.
Page 430: In Canada
428 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE In Canada Service Manuals If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor- should contact the Customer Service Department imme- mation that students and professional technicians need in diately.
Page 431: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 429 Owner’s Manuals DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the The following tire grading categories were established by assistance of service and engineering specialists to ac- the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The quaint you with specific FCA US LLC vehicles.
Page 432: Traction Grades
430 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE significantly from the norm due to variations in driving WARNING! habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- teristics and climate. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not Traction Grades include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,...
Page 433: Temperature Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 431 Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The temperature grade for this tire is established for representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory...
Page 434 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 435 INDEX I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 436 434 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .375 Air Conditioning......203 Adding Fuel .
Page 437 INDEX 435 Automatic Transaxle ......11 Brake Fluid ......413 Automatic Transmission .
Page 438 436 INDEX Car Washes ......384 Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ....202 Cellular Phone .
Page 439 INDEX 437 Customer Assistance ..... . .423 Door Locks, Automatic ..... .21 Customer Programmable Features .
Page 440 438 INDEX Jump Starting ......342 Oil Synthetic ......363 Emission Control System Maintenance .
Page 441 INDEX 439 Flashers Ethanol ......284 Hazard Warning ......311 Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .
Page 442 440 INDEX Gross Axle Weight Rating ....290, 293 Heater, Engine Block ..... . .223 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .
Page 443 INDEX 441 Introduction ......4 Brake Warning ......142 Bulb Replacement .
Page 444 442 INDEX Turn Signal ..... .68, 93, 156 Exterior Folding ......74 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) .
Page 445 INDEX 443 Checking ......361 Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ..4, 428 Disposal .
Page 446 444 INDEX Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...377 Restraints, Child ......54 Radio Frequency Restraints, Occupant .
Page 447 INDEX 445 Seat Belt Pretensioner .....35 Heated .......87 Seat Belt Reminder .
Page 448 446 INDEX Cold Weather ......222 Air Pressure ......263 Engine Fails To Start .
Page 449 INDEX 447 Trailer Towing ......300 Minimum Requirements ....298 Tread Wear Indicators .
Page 450 448 INDEX Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ....32 Windshield Defroster ....66, 206 Windshield Washers .
Page 451 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.

Dodge RAM 2016 Owner's Manual

Introduction

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

UNDERSTANDING the FEATURES of YOUR VEHICLE Headlights

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle Storage

Understanding Your Instrument Panel

Starting and Operating

What to Do in Emergencies

Maintaining Your Vehicle

Quick Links

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