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Page 2 This manual illustrates and describes the operation of VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA 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 .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 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: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures that could result in a collision, bodily injury and/or death. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important information.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 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.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Rearming Of The System ....17 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .11 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...23 ▫ Seat Belt Systems ..... .35 ▫...
Page 13: A Word About Your Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS NOTE: In case the ignition does not change with the push of a button, the RKE transmitter (Key Fob) may Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system have a low or dead battery.
Page 14: Key Fob
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key Fob The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
Page 15: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 NOTE: With the Uconnect system, the power window switches, radio and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature.
Page 16: General Information
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. access to an unlocked vehicle. Always remove the Key Fob from vehicle, place the •...
Page 17: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved After placing the ignition to the ON/RUN position, the by the party responsible for compliance could void the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Page 18: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! • Do not make modifications or alterations to the • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and immobilizer system. Modifications or alterations to lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- the immobilization system may result in a loss of tended.
Page 19: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Customer Key Programming VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors, liftgate, performed at an authorized dealer. and hood for unauthorized entry and the ignition for unauthorized operation.
Page 20: To Arm The System
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Arm The System Push the LIFTGATE release button on the RKE transmitter twice to allow access without triggering Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: the alarm or having to disarm the Vehicle Security 1.
Page 21 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle. However, you can create conditions where the system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previ- ously described arming sequences has occurred, the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not.
Page 22: Illuminated Entry
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • A door is unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry Electronic Immobilization System (RKE) transmitter. The Electronic Immobilization system prevents unau- thorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The The interior lights will turn on, remain on for about four system does not need to be armed or activated.
Page 23: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 and the illuminated entry system will turn on. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- ment Panel” for further information. NOTE: The Door Unlock Indicator will illuminate in the instrument cluster when one or both doors are unlocked.
Page 24: To Lock The Doors
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE transmitter. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Under- To Lock The Doors standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter to lock the doors. The horn will chirp once, Unlock On 1st Press and the park lights and turn signal lights will flash to This feature lets you program the system to unlock either...
Page 25: Using The Panic Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Using The Panic Alarm Programming Additional Transmitters To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push and hold Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at performed at an authorized dealer.
Page 26 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Emergency Key Removal Separating The RKE Transmitter Case 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade 3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a of the RKE transmitter apart.
Page 27: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it by the party responsible for compliance could void the with rubbing alcohol.
Page 28: Door Locks
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS WARNING! (Continued) • When leaving the vehicle, always cycle the ignition WARNING! to the OFF mode lock, and lock your vehicle. • Do not touch the exhaust pipe sill covers when Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause entering or exiting your vehicle.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 WARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE operate. If a door is open, and the ignition is in the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit ACC or ON/RUN position, a chime will sound as a The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with reminder to remove the Key Fob.
Page 31: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 WINDOWS There are single window controls on the passenger door trim panel, which operate the passenger door window. Power Windows The window controls will operate only when the ignition The window controls on the driver’s door control both of is in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
Page 32: Auto-Down Feature
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE AUTO-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection WARNING! (Continued) Lift the window switch to the second detent, release, and ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter- the window will go up automatically. N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become en- To stop the window from going all the way up during the trapped by the windows while operating the power...
Page 33: Reset Auto-Up
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • If the window detects an obstacle 10 times in a row, the 2. Pull the window switch up to close the window auto–up feature unlearns. completely and continue to hold the switch up for an additional two seconds after the window is closed.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed. To open the liftgate, push the LIFTGATE RELEASE switch located under the right side of the tail panel, which is located below the liftgate, then pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion.
Page 35: Occupant Restraint Systems
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 NOTE: The liftgate release switch will be ignored under WARNING! (Continued) the following conditions: • If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, • When vehicle speed is not 0 MPH (0 km/h). make sure that all windows are closed, and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
Page 36: Important Safety Precautions
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Important Safety Precautions restraints or belt-positioning booster seats. Older chil- dren who do not use child restraints or belt- Please pay close attention to the information in this positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled section.
Page 37: Seat Belt Systems
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space Seat Belt Systems between occupants and the door and occupants could Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even be injured. on short trips.
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE their seat belts. The Belt Alert feature is active when- BeltAlert Warning Sequence ever the ignition switch is in the START or ON/RUN The BeltAlert warning sequence is activated when the position. vehicle is moving above a specified vehicle speed range Initial Indication and the driver or outboard front seat passenger is un-...
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Change Of Status NOTE: If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with out- If the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if board front passenger seat BeltAlert) is unbuckled the equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until unbuckles their seat belt while the vehicle is traveling,...
Page 40 38 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 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 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 properly. In a sudden stop, you could move too far injury in a collision.
Page 42 40 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 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle Positioning The Lap Belt 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and across your hips, below your abdomen. To remove chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort- slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder able and not resting on your neck.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the webbing to allow the seat belt to retract fully. folded webbing and the seat belt is no longer twisted. Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Seat Belt Extender Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/...
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! • ONLY use a Seat Belt Extender if it is physically required in order to properly fit the original seat belt system. DO NOT USE the Seat Belt Extender if, when worn, the distance between the front edge of the Seat Belt Extender buckle and the center of the occupant’s body is LESS than 6 inches.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Restraints” section of this manual. The table below If the passenger seating position is equipped with an defines the type of feature for each seating position. ALR and is being used for normal usage, only pull the seat belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not activate the ALR.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode WARNING! Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking an air bag.
Page 49: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 • Supplemental Side Air Bags WARNING! (Continued) • Front and Side Impact Sensors only used to install rear-facing or forward-facing child restraints that have a harness for restraining • Seat Belt Pretensioners the child.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Advanced Front Air Bag Features the driver or front passenger seat belt is buckled. The seat belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage Advanced Front Air Bags.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE AIR BAG OFF” to show that the Passenger Advanced WARNING! (Continued) Front Air Bag will not deploy during a collision. because the air bags may no longer be functional. NOTE: When the front passenger seat is empty or when The protective covers for the air bag cushions are very light objects are placed on the seat, the Passenger designed to open only when the air bags are...
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 collisions, including some that may produce substantial When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Ad- vehicle damage — for example, some pole collisions, vanced Front Air Bags, it signals the inflator units. A large truck underrides, and angle offset collisions.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE them in a category other than a properly seated adult. WARNING! (Continued) This could be a child, teenager, or even an adult. the OCS that is different than the occupant’s prop- erly seated weight input, which may result in WARNING! serious injury or death in a collision.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 • Sitting in the center of the seat with their feet comfort- Occupant Classification Module (OCM) And Sensor ably on or near the floor. The Occupant Classification Module (OCM) is located • Sitting with their back against the seat back and the underneath the front passenger seat.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The OCS may deactivate the deployment of the Passen- Passenger Air Bag Disable (PAD) System ger Advanced Front Air Bag if the OCS estimates that: Front Passenger Front Passenger Front Passenger • The front passenger seat is unoccupied or has very Seat Occupant Advanced Air Air Bag Status...
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 ** It is possible for a child to be classified as an adult, Front Passenger Front Passenger Front Passenger allowing the deployment of the Passenger Advanced Seat Occupant Advanced Air Air Bag Status Front Air Bag.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag Disabled (PAD) not seated properly, the Passenger Advanced Front Air Indicator Light Bag may deactivate and the PAD Indicator Light will be illuminated. The Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag (PAD) Indicator Light (an amber light located in the center of the instru- The PAD Indicator Light should be illuminated and the ment panel) tells the driver and front passenger when the...
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 If the PAD Indicator Light is Illuminated for an Adult 5. Restart the vehicle and have the passenger remain in Passenger: this seated position for two to three minutes after restarting the vehicle. If an adult passenger is seated in the front passenger seat and the PAD Indicator Light is illuminated, the passenger WARNING!
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The driver and passenger must always use the PAD WARNING! (Continued) Indicator Light as a determination of whether the Pas- Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child senger Advanced Front Air Bag is activated or deacti- 12 years or younger, including a child in a rear- vated.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 • The front passenger’s seatback is not in the full upright decreased or increased seated weight, which may result in deactivation or activation of the Passenger Advanced position. Front Air Bag in a collision. This does not mean that the •...
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The OCS determines the front passenger’s most probable classification. If an occupant in the front passenger seat is seated improperly, the occupant may provide an output signal to the OCS that is different from the occupant’s properly seated weight input, for example: Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly...
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 WARNING! (Continued) signal to the OCS that is different from the occu- pant’s properly seated weight input. This may result in serious injury or death in a collision. • Always wear your seat belt and sit properly, with the seatback in an upright position, your back against the seatback, sitting upright, facing for- ward, in the center of the seat, with your feet...
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Air Bag Warning Light will illuminate whenever WARNING! (Continued) the OCS is unable to classify the front passenger seat Placing an object on the floor under the front pas- status. A malfunction in the OCS may affect the senger seat may prevent the OCS from working operation of the air bag system.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 • At no time should any supplemental restraint system seated weight of a front seat passenger, the OCS compo- nents must function as designed. Do not make any (SRS) component or SRS related component or fastener modifications to the front passenger seat components, be modified or replaced with any part except those assembly, or to the seat cover.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Knee Impact Bolsters addition to the injury reduction potential provided by the seat belts and body structure. The SABICs are located in The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the the door trim below the side windows.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or SABIC occupant protection. In side impacts, the SABICs complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side deploy independently; a left side impact deploys the left windows in certain side impact events.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE sleep against the door, side windows, or area where the WARNING! (Continued) side air bags inflate, even if they are in an infant or child other cargo up high enough to block the deploy- restraint.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 NOTE: Air bag covers may not be obvious to you, but normally heal quickly. However, if you haven’t healed they will open during air bag deployment. significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE on the nature of the event, the ORC will determine WARNING! whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response Sys- tem perform the following functions: Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 OFF. Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the The ORC contains a backup power supply system that engine compartment and on the ground near the engine may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or compartment and fuel tank before resetting the system it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized WARNING! dealer service the air bag system immediately. Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- • The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is to protect you in a collision.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) seat attachment bolts), take the vehicle to your protect you. Do not modify the components or authorized dealer. Only manufacturer approved wiring, including adding any kind of badges or seat accessories may be used.
Page 74: Child Restraints
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, were buckled/fastened; such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- ment, can read the information if they have access to the •...
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has WARNING! a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. You should also make sure that you can install In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a it in the vehicle where you will use it.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Infants and Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Toddlers younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear...
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they an air bag.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for WARNING! (Continued) as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height directions exactly when installing an infant or allowed by the child seat. child restraint.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Children Too Large For Booster Seats 5. Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Belt Restraints In This Vehicle 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 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child using the seat belt to install a for- restraint) for using the Tether An- ward facing child restraint, up to chor with the seat belt to attach a...
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the “click.” seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether 4.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether There is a tether strap anchor located behind Anchorage the child tether access cover behind the passen- ger seat. To attach a child restraint tether strap WARNING! to the anchor: Do not attach a tether strap for a rear-facing car seat...
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Seat Tether Access Cover Child Seat Tether Anchor NOTE: While the child tether is in use, keep the access cover in a safe place so that it can be replaced after use of the child tether.
Page 85: Transporting Pets
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 5. Attach the tether hook to the anchor loop. 8. Remove slack from the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s directions. WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child.
Page 86: Engine Break-In Recommendations
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Depress the accelerator pedal slowly and not more ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS than halfway to avoid rapid acceleration. The following tips will be helpful in obtaining optimum • Avoid aggressive braking. performance and maximum durability for your new SRT Vehicle.
Page 87: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 300 to 500 miles (483 to 805 km): SAFETY TIPS • Exercise the full engine rpm range, shifting manually Transporting Passengers (paddles or gear shift) at higher rpms when possible. NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO •...
Page 88: Exhaust Gas
86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is using a seat belt properly. set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Page 89: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, to ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes for lubrication or oil change.
Page 90: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for proper closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 91 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS MIRRORS ......92 LIGHTS ......106 ▫...
Page 92 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ High/Low Beam Switch ....110 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL ...119 ▫...
Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 ▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ..130 CUPHOLDERS — IF EQUIPPED ...138 ▫ Using HomeLink .....132 STORAGE .
Page 94: Mirrors
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Mirror This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. This feature will be defaulted on, and only be disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse. Automatic Dimming Mirror If Equipped, the rearview mirror contains an ASSIST and a 9-1-1 button.
Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Assist Calls WARNING! The ASSIST Button is used for contacting Roadside ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the Assistance, Vehicle Care and Uconnect Care. The 9-1-1 road. Some Uconnect Access services, including 9-1-1 Button connects you to emergency services to someone and Assist, will NOT work without an operable 1X who can help.
Page 96 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 9-1-1 Call NOTE: • Your vehicle may be transmitting data as authorized Push the 9-1-1 Call button on the Rearview Mirror. by the subscriber. NOTE: In case the 9-1-1 Call button is pushed in error, •...
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) electrical equipment to the vehicle’s electrical sys- • If anyone in the vehicle could be in danger (e.g., tem. This may prevent your vehicle from sending a fire or smoke is visible, dangerous road conditions signal to initiate an emergency call.
Page 98: Outside Mirrors
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. convex mirror will look smaller and farther away Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the than they really are.
Page 99: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Power Mirrors The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a The power mirror controls are located on the driver-side mirror, push either the L (left) or R (right) to select the door trim panel.
Page 100: Vanity Mirror
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vanity Mirror SEATS A vanity mirror is on the passenger side sun visor. To use Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the vehicle.
Page 101: Manual Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Manual Seats The adjusting bar is at the front of the seat, near the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or rear- Forward And Rearward Adjustment ward. Release the bar once the seat is in the desired position.
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Seat Height Adjustment Recliner Adjustment Height Adjustment Lever Recline Lever The seat height adjustment lever is located on the out- The recliner lever is located on the outboard side of the board side of the seat. Pull upward on the lever to raise seat.
Page 103: Power Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 seat to its full upright position, lean forward, pull the Power Seats recliner lever upward and hold it until the seat returns to On models equipped with power seats, the power seat its full upright position. switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor.
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. Push the seat switch forward or rearward. The seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when the desired position has been reached.
Page 105: Non-Adjustable Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 WARNING! CAUTION! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Do not place any article under a power seat or Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to control which could cause a collision and serious the seat controls.
Page 106: To Open And Close The Hood
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is locked securely into position. Otherwise, the seat will not provide the proper stability for passengers. An improperly latched seatback could cause serious injury. TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 1.
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 2. Pull the hood release lever rearward to release the hood latches. Opened Hood NOTE: The recommended lift point is to place the lifting hand forward of one of the wiper arms and pull up. The Hood Release Lever assist props will help raise and hold the hood to a normal 3.
Page 108: Lights
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! • Do not leave the hood open in areas where strong Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your gust of wind are likely. Such a place might be by vehicle.
Page 109: Automatic Headlights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Automatic Headlights This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the A (AUTO) position. When the system is on, the headlight time delay feature is also on.
Page 110: Headlight Time Delay
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE is set to ON. In addition, the headlights will turn off If you turn the headlights or parking lights on, or place when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by the ignition in ACC or RUN, the system will cancel the this feature.
Page 111: Daytime Running Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Daytime Running Lights Multifunction Lever The LED Daytime Running Lights will come on when- The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn ever the engine is running and the park brake is off. The signals, headlight beam selection and passing lights.
Page 112: Turn Signals
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signals High/Low Beam Switch Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show the headlights to high beam.
Page 113: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened. To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open.
Page 114: Windshield Wipers And Washers
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Interior Light Control Interior Light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom OFF second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior position.
Page 115: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 are four delay settings, which allow you to regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second to a maximum of approximately 36 seconds between cycles. The delay intervals will double in duration when the vehicle speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.
Page 116: Mist Feature
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to CAUTION! (Continued) the first detent and release. The wipers will cycle one • In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch time and automatically shut off. and allow the wipers to return to the “Park”...
Page 117: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 pushed while in the off position, the wiper will turn on Headlights On With Wipers (Available With and cycle approximately three times after the wash knob Automatic Headlights Only) is released. When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or...
Page 118: Adjustable Pedals
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE you and then move the steering wheel upward or down- WARNING! ward as desired. When the column is in the desired position, push the release lever forward to lock the Do not adjust the steering column while driving. column firmly in place.
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 NOTE: • The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF. • Always adjust the pedals to a position that allows full pedal travel. • Further small adjustments may be necessary to find the best possible seat/pedal position.
Page 120: Adjustable Foot Rest
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. You could lose control and have an accident. Always adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked. Adjustable Foot Rest This feature allows the driver to adjust the foot rest forward or backward and to rotate it upward or down- ward to allow for greater driving comfort.
Page 121: Electronic Speed Control
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 To adjust the pedal: 1. Adjust the seat and steering column to a comfortable position. 2. Using a socket wrench, loosen the nut on the pedal. 3. Slide the pedal either forward or backward and rotate it upward or downward as desired.
Page 122: To Activate
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple speed control buttons are pushed at the Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on same time.
Page 123: To Deactivate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 To Deactivate To Vary The Speed Setting A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL To Increase Speed button, manually accelerating 10 mph (16 km/h) above When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can in- the set speed or normal brake pressure while slowing the crease speed by pushing the RES (+) button.
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Metric Speed (km/h) U.S. Speed (mph) • Pushing the RES (+) button once will result in a • Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 mph 1 km/h increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of decrease in set speed.
Page 125: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 To Accelerate For Passing NOTE: The ParkView Rear Back Up Camera has pro- grammable modes of operation that may be selected Push the accelerator as you would normally. When the through the Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Set- pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Different colored zones indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle. The following table shows the approximate distances for each zone: Zone Distance to the rear of the vehicle 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm) Yellow 1 ft - 6.5 ft (30 cm - 2 m) Green...
Page 127: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only be that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- used as a parking aid. The ParkView camera is ized gates, lighting or home security systems.
Page 128: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink system.
Page 129: Programming A Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manu- factured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identified by the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener.
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 Firmly push and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices program while keeping the HomeLink indicator light there may be a light that blinks when the garage door in view.
Page 131: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 (Rolling Code) cm) away from the HomeLink button you would like to program while keeping the HomeLink indicator To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, light in view.
Page 132: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons, Canadian/Gate Operator Programming repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT For programming transmitters in Canada/United States erase the channels. that require the transmitter signals to “time-out” after several seconds of transmission.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 NOTE: cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- program while keeping the HomeLink indicator light ming is complete and the garage door/device should in view.
Page 134: Using Homelink
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Push and hold the desired HomeLink button until the To do this, push and hold the two outside buttons for 20 indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not seconds until the red indicator flashes. Note that all channels will be erased.
Page 135: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 If you have any problems, or require assistance, WARNING! (Continued) please call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at after 1982. Do not use a garage door opener without HomeLink.com for information or assistance. these safety features.
Page 136: Electrical Power Outlets
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Your vehicle is equipped with two 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet that can be used to power cellular phones, small electronics and other low powered electrical acces- sories. One power outlet is located on the center console to the right of the shifter.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 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 138: Auxiliary Jumper Harness
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The electronic device must draw less than five CAUTION! (Continued) amps to prevent damage. • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, To install, remove the mirror cover by pulling straight vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the bat- down and separating the cover pieces.
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Connect the auxiliary port jumper into the unused con- Re-install the mirror cover and be sure to not pinch the nector taped to the wiring bundle. Connect the other end wires that go into the electronic device. of the auxiliary port jumper to the electronic device.
Page 140: Cupholders - If Equipped
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS — IF EQUIPPED STORAGE There are two cupholders located in the rear of the center Glove Compartment console. An electronic glove compartment is located on the pas- senger side of the instrument panel. Push in the button to open the glove compartment.
Page 141: Console Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Console Features Console Cubby Bin — If Equipped An open storage area, or cubby bin, is located in the center console rearward of the shift lever. Opened Glove Compartment NOTE: The glove compartment will lock with the door locks unless the key fob is detected inside the vehicle.
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Net Storage — If Equipped Storage Bin — If Equipped There is a cargo net storage area located between the There is a storage bin located between the driver and driver and passengers seat. passengers seat.
Page 143: Door Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Driving with the console compartment lid open may result in injury in a collision. Door Storage The door panels contain storage areas located in the lower center area of the door panel.
Page 144: Rear Window Features
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: The rear window defroster button is located on • Use care when washing the inside of the rear the climate control panel.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Driver Information Display (DID) Messages . . .176 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..146 ▫ DID Selectable Menu Items....178 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather iPod/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . . .208 Conditions ......218 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS .
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 ▫ Uconnect Access (8.4AN) ....230 ▫ SiriusXM Travel Link (8.4AN) ... . .236 ▫...
Page 148: Instrument Panel Features
146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Passenger Air Bag 11 — Climate Controls 2 — Sound System Speaker 7 — Glove Compartment 12 — Dimmer Controls 3 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Uconnect System 13 —...
Page 149: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Instrument Cluster...
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Speedometer CAUTION! • Indicates vehicle speed Driving with a hot engine cooling system could 2. Tachometer damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads • Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute “H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle (RPM x 1000).
Page 151: Warning And Indicator Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 4. Fuel Gauge All active telltales will display first if applicable. The • The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank system check menu may appear different based upon equipment options and current vehicle status. Some when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position telltales are optional and may not appear.
Page 152: Red Telltale Indicator Lights
150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 153 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 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 startup, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Page 154 152 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 155 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 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 156 154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped Red Telltale What It Means Light Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped This light will flash at a fast rate for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle security alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly until the vehicle is disarmed.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 Red Warning What It Means Light 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. If the tempera- ture reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for service.
Page 158 156 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 vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light turns on.
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 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 160 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electric Power Steering Fail Warning — If Equipped Red Telltale What It Means Light Electric Power Steering Fail Warning — If Equipped This light is used to manage the electrical warning of the EPS (Power Steering System). Refer to “Power Steering”...
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 Door Open Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Door Open Warning Light This indicator will illuminate when a door is ajar/open and not fully closed. Trunk Open Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Trunk Open Warning Light This indicator will illuminate when the trunk is open and not fully closed.
Page 162: Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights
160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights 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 163 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 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 164 162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light — If Equipped The “ESC Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off. Low Washer Fluid Indicator Light —...
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Loose Fuel Filler Cap Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Loose Fuel Filler Cap Indicator Light — If Equipped This light will illuminate when fuel filler cap is loose. Properly close the filler cap to disen- gage the light.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 IMPORTANT: Do not continue driving with one or more Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- flat tires as handling may be compromised. Stop the nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as vehicle, avoiding sharp braking and steering.
Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- CAUTION! quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- The TPMS has been optimized for the original tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure equipment tires and wheels.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 Low Fuel Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Low Fuel Indicator Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 1.5 gal (5.8 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until fuel is added. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means...
Page 170: Green Telltale Indicator Lights
168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Yellow Telltale What It Means Light If both the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Warning Light are on, see an authorized dealer immediately. Refer to “Anti-Lock Brake System” in “Starting And Operating” for further information.
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 Turn Signal Indicator Lights Green Telltale What It Means Light Turn Signal Indicator Lights The instrument cluster directional arrow will flash independently for the LEFT or RIGHT turn signal as selected, as well as the exterior turn signal lamp(s) (front and rear) as selected when the multifunction lever is moved down (LEFT) or up (RIGHT).
Page 172: White Telltale Indicator Light
170 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. White Telltale Indicator Light Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator Light White Telltale What It Means Light...
Page 173: Blue Telltale Indicator Light
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 Blue Telltale Indicator Light High Beam Indicator Light Blue Telltale What It Means Light High Beam Indicator Light This indicator shows that the high beam headlights are on. Push the multifunction control lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the lever toward you to switch the headlights back to low beam.
Page 174: Driver Information Display (Did)
172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID) This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pushing the switches mounted on the steering wheel. The DID consists of the following: • Tachometer • MPH/KMH •...
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 • Hibernation • UP Arrow Button The system allows the driver to select information by Push and release the UP arrow button to scroll pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering upward through the main menu and sub- wheel: menus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Audio, Stored Messages, Screen Set Up).
Page 176: Did Display
174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • RIGHT Arrow Button DID Display Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to access/select the information screens or sub- menu screens of a main menu item. Push and hold the RIGHT arrow button for two seconds to reset displayed/selected features that can be reset.
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 1. Main Screen — The inner ring of the display will 7. ESC Status — The ESC status icon will illuminate in illuminate in grey under normal conditions, yellow for this area. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control System” non critical warnings, red for critical warnings, and in “Starting And Operating”...
Page 178: Driver Information Display (Did) Messages
176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL reviewed from the “Messages” main menu item. As long seconds and then returns to the previous screen. An as there is a stored message, an “i” will be displayed in example of this message type is “Automatic High Beams the DID’s compass/outside temp line.
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 • Service Antilock Brake System • Service Electronic Throttle Control • Service Electronic Throttle Control • Lights On • Cruise Off • Right Turn Signal Light Out • Cruise Ready • Left Turn Signal Light Out •...
Page 180: Did Selectable Menu Items
178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DID Selectable Menu Items MPH To km/h Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow buttons until the desired Selectable Menu icon is highlighted in the Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow DID. button until the MPH to km/h icon is high- lighted in the DID.
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 Tire Pressure Tire PSI is an information only function and cannot be reset. Push and release the LEFT arrow button to return Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until to the main menu. “Tire Pressure”...
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Engine Hours Current Power Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until “Engine Hours” is highlighted in the DID. Push and “Current Power” is highlighted in the DID. Push and release the RIGHT arrow button, and the engine hours release the RIGHT arrow button, and the current power will be displayed.
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 Trip A Trip B — If Equipped Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow Push and release UP or DOWN arrow button button until the Trip A icon is highlighted in until the Trip B icon is highlighted in the DID. the DID.
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items Upper Left Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow • None button until the Audio display icon is high- • Compass lighted in the DID. Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to display the active •...
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 • Battery • Oil Temperature • Coolant Temperature • Battery • Coolant Temperature Upper Right • RIGHT Arrow Button • None • Compass Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default Settings) • Temperature Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to •...
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Tach. Peak Hold When enabled, the Tach. Peak Hold function marks the peak Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) on the tachometer gauge for 3 seconds when the RPM is above 4000. Using the UP and DOWN arrow switches on the left side of the steering wheel, select the gauges icon from the menu on the left side of the cluster (highlighted red is the active menu item).
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 SRT Performance Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the SRT icon is highlighted in the DID. Push and release the RIGHT arrow button, and 0–60 MPH Duration will be displayed. Push and release the LEFT and RIGHT arrow button to scroll through the following information sub-menus: WARNING!
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1/8 Mile Elapsed Time RIGHT arrow button to display any present diagnostic trouble codes along with a brief definition. Push and release the LEFT and RIGHT arrow button until the last 1/8 Mile Top Speed & Duration information Vehicle Hibernation is displayed.
Page 189: Cybersecurity
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 To Deactivate Hibernation Mode software updates to improve the usability and perfor- mance of your systems or to reduce the potential risk of 1. Push the RKE UNLOCK button to unlock the vehicle. unauthorized and unlawful access to your vehicle sys- 2.
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Routinely check www.driveuconnect.com/software- WARNING! (Continued) update to learn about available Uconnect software • ONLY insert media (e.g., USB, SD card, or CD) into updates. your vehicle if it came from a trusted source. Media •...
Page 191: Uconnect Settings
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 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 allow you to access and change the customer programmable features. NOTE: Features can vary by vehicle, depending on vehicle configuration.
Page 192: Buttons On The Faceplate
190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons On The Faceplate allows you to access programmable features that may be equipped such as Display, Voice, Clock, Safety & Driving Buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect Assistance, Lights, Doors & Locks, Engine Off Options, system in the center of the instrument panel.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 Display NOTE: The usage of the Parade Mode feature will cause the radio to activate the “Display Brightness With Head- After pressing the Display button on the touchscreen the lights OFF” control even though the headlights are on. following settings will be available.
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL and the navigation system (if equipped). Press the Set the Touchscreen Beep button on the touchscreen until a Language button on the touchscreen and then press the check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that desired language button on the touchscreen until a setting has been selected.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 • Show Command List designated turn within a programmed route. To turn on or enable, press the Navigation Turn-By-Turn In Cluster When in this display, you may choose to Always, With button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears Help, or Never display the Teleprompter with possible next to the setting, showing that setting has been se- options while in a voice session.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Time Format button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu, or push the back button on the faceplate. This feature will allow you to select the time format • Set Time Hours display setting.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 displayed for up to 10 seconds after shifting out of Lights “REVERSE” unless the forward vehicle speed exceeds After pressing the Lights button on the touchscreen the 8 mph (12 km/h), the transmission is shifted into following settings will be available.
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL your desired time interval. Press the back arrow button the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu, or setting, showing that setting has been selected. Press the push the back button on the faceplate.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 • Auto Door Locks Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu, or push the back button on the When this feature is selected, all doors will lock auto- faceplate.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. If 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks “Driver Door” is pro- Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return grammed, only the driver’s door will unlock when the to the previous menu, or push the back button on the driver’s door is grasped.
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 showing that setting has been selected. Press the back 45 seconds, 5 minutes or 10 minutes button on the arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous touchscreen. Then press the back arrow/Done button on menu, or push the back button on the faceplate.
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Balance/Fade press the “Off,” “1,” “2,” or “3” button on the touch- screen. Then press the arrow back button on the touch- This feature allows you to adjust the Balance and Fade screen. settings. Press and drag the speaker icon, use the arrows •...
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 To make your selection, press the “AUX Volume Match” SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped button on the touchscreen, choose a level from –3 to +3 After pressing the “SiriusXM Setup” button on the touch- followed by pressing the back arrow button on the screen, the following settings will be available: touchscreen.
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL exclude undesirable channels while scanning. To make NOTE: SiriusXM Travel Link is a separate subscription your selection, press the “Channel Skip” button on the and is available for U.S. residents only. touchscreen, select the channels you would like to skip Restore Settings followed by pressing the back arrow button on the After pressing the “Restore Settings”...
Page 205: Srt Performance Pages
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 • System Information Clear Personal Data After pressing the “Clear Personal Data” button on the When System Information is selected, a System Informa- touchscreen the following settings will be available: tion screen will appear displaying the system software version.
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The SRT Performance Pages include the following: WARNING! (Continued) • Home limits of the law. The capabilities of the vehicle as • Timers measured by the Performance Pages must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner, which •...
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 • Last • Press the “Uconnect” button to save the runs to the Owner web page. Pressing the “Last” button displays the last recorded run • Press the “Cancel” button to view the last timer of performance timers.
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Brake Distance G-Force When selected, this screen displays all four G-Force Displays the distance it takes the vehicle to make a full values (two lateral and two longitudinal) as well as stop. Contains current and last data for distance and start steering angle.
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 Gauges 2 Engine When selected, this screen displays the following values: When selected, this screen displays the following values: • Coolant Temperature • Speed (mph) Displays the actual coolant temperature. Displays the actual speed. • Oil Temperature •...
Page 210: Uconnect Radios - If Equipped
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL UCONNECT RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED iPod/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED For detailed information about your Uconnect radio, refer to your Uconnect Supplement Manual. SD Card Slot, AUX Jack, And USB Port 1 — SD Card Slot 2 —...
Page 211: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 Located at the rear area of the center console, this feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port. iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may not fully support the iPod control features.
Page 212: Radio Operation
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The button located in the center of the right hand control RADIO ANTENNA will switch modes to Radio or other valid audio source. The am/fm radio antenna is located in the windshield. The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a The Satellite/Navigation antenna is located in the rear push-button in the center.
Page 213: General Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 General Information Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Buttons On The Faceplate RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the The buttons on the faceplate are located below the following conditions: Uconnect touchscreen.
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons On The Touchscreen Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Buttons On The Faceplate And Buttons On The Touchscreen) Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the 1. MAX A/C Button Uconnect system touchscreen. Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is ON.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 4. AUTO Temperature Control 6. Rear Defrost Button Controls airflow temperature, distribution, volume, and Press and release this button to turn on the rear window the amount of air recirculation automatically. Press and defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). release to select.
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Button On The Touchscreen CAUTION! (Continued) Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive and the large blower icon to increase the blower setting. window cleaners on the interior surface of the Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar window.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 • Mix Mode airflow direction. There is a shut off wheel located below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount Air comes from the floor, defrost and side of airflow from these outlets. window demist outlets.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the feature. Refer to the “Customer Programmable Fea- system to maintain by adjusting the driver and pas- tures — Uconnect System Settings” in this section of senger temperature control buttons. Once the desired the manual.
Page 219: Summer Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may coolant selection. Use of the air Recirculation mode lead to excessive window fogging. The Recirculation during Winter months is not recommended because it mode is not allowed in Defrost mode to improve window may cause window fogging.
Page 220: Outside Air Intake
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) will au- Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather tomatically adjust the climate control settings to reduce Conditions or eliminate window fogging on the front windshield. When this occurs, recirculation will be unavailable. Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.
Page 221: Personalized Menu Bar
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 PERSONALIZED MENU BAR 1. Press the “Apps ” button to open the App screen. The Uconnect features and services in the main menu bar 2. Press and hold, then drag the selected App to replace are easily changed for your convenience.
Page 222: Get Started
220 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 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead. The microphone is positioned on the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver. 4. Each time you give a Voice Command, you must first push either the VR or Phone button, wait until after the beep, then say your Voice Command.
Page 224: Basic Voice Commands
222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 225: Radio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 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 226: Media
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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, SD, Bluetooth and Command must match exactly how the artist, album, auxiliary ports (If Equipped).
Page 227: Phone
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 Phone TIP: When providing a Voice Command, push the Phone button and say “Call,” then pronounce the name Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy exactly as it appears in your phone book. When a with Uconnect.
Page 228: Voice Text Reply
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Voice Text Reply PRE-DEFINED VOICE TEXT REPLY RESPONSES Uconnect will announce incoming text messages. Push Yes. Stuck in traffic. See you later. the Phone button and say Listen. (Must have com- Start without I’ll be late. patible mobile phone paired to Uconnect system.) 1.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Apple iPhone iOS 6 or later supports reading incoming text messages only. To enable this feature on your Apple iPhone, follow these 4 simple steps: iPhone Notification Settings 1 — Select “Settings” 2 — Select “Bluetooth” 3 —...
Page 230: Climate (8.4An)
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Climate (8.4AN) Too hot? Too cold? Adjust vehicle temperatures hands- free and keep everyone comfortable while you keep moving ahead. Push the VR button . After the beep, say one of the following commands: • Set temperature to 70 degrees TIP: Voice Command for Climate may only be used to adjust the interior temperature of your vehicle.
Page 231: Navigation (8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Navigation (8.4AN) TIP: To start a POI search, push the VR button . After the beep, say: “ Find nearest coffee shop.” The Uconnect navigation feature helps you save time and become more productive when you know exactly how to get to where you want to go.
Page 232: Uconnect Access (8.4An)
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect Access (8.4AN) NOTE: Uconnect Access is available only on equipped vehicles purchased within the continental United States, Alaska and Hawaii. Services can only be used where WARNING! coverage is available; see coverage map for details. ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the 9-1-1 Call road.
Page 233: Vehicle Health Alert
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 Vehicle Health Alert Your vehicle will send you an email alert if it senses a problem under the hood with one of your vehicles key systems. For further information go to the Mopar Owner Connect website moparownerconnect.com. Register (8.4AN) To unlock the full potential of Uconnect Access in your vehicle, you first need to register with Uconnect Access.
Page 234: Mobile App (8.4An)
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Signing up is easy! Simply follow the steps above. Or, press the “Apps ” button on the touchscreen to “Register By Web” to complete the process using your smartphone or computer. For further information please visit DriveUconnect.com. Mobile App (8.4AN) You’re only a few steps away from using remote com- mands and playing your favorite music in your vehicle.
Page 235: Voice Texting (8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 3. Press the app you’d like to connect to your vehicle. Voice Texting (8.4AN) 4. Enter your login information for the selected app and 1. To send a message, push the Phone button . After press Link.
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Apple iPhone iOS6 or later supports reading incoming text messages only. To enable this feature on your Apple iPhone, follow these 4 simple steps: iPhone Notification Settings 1 — Select “Settings” 2 — Select “Bluetooth” 3 —...
Page 237: Yelp (8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 TIP: 1. Press the “Apps ” button on the touchscreen. • Voice Texting is not compatible with iPhone, but if 2. Press the “Yelp” button on the touchscreen. your vehicle is equipped with Siri Eyes Free, you can 3.
Page 238: Siriusxm Travel Link (8.4An)
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIP: Once you perform a search, you can reorganize the SiriusXM Travel Link (8.4AN) results by selecting either the Best Match, Rating or Need to find a gas station, view local movie listings, Distance tab on the top of the touchscreen display. check a sports score or the 5 - day weather forecast? SiriusXM Travel Link is a suite of services that brings a wealth of information right to your Uconnect 8.4AN...
Page 239: Siri Eyes Free - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 TIP: Traffic alerts are not accessible with Voice Command. Siri Eyes Free — If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with Siri Eyes Free, you can use your voice to send text messages, schedule meetings, set reminders, and more. For further infor- mation go to the Mopar Owner Connect website moparownerconnect.com.
Page 240: General Information
238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic reply messages can be: General Information • “I am driving right now, I will get back to you shortly.” This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following •...
Page 241: Additional Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 Gulf Coast Countries (GCC) Uconnect System Support: Bluetooth (24 hours a day 7 days a week) for U.S. residents call: 1-877-855-8400 or visit DriveUconnect.com. Canadian residents (English) call:1-800-465-2001 Register No: ER0095499/12 Canadian residents (French) call:1-800-387-9983 or Dealer No: 0028019/10 visit DriveUconnect.ca.
Page 243 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....244 TRACK USE ......255 ▫...
Page 244 242 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Tire Pressure ......284 PARKING BRAKE ..... .261 ▫...
Page 245 STARTING AND OPERATING 243 ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ... . .307 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .297 ▫ Premium System ..... .300 ADDING FUEL .
Page 246: Starting Procedures
244 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES CAUTION! Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Long periods of engine idling, especially at higher inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if than normal engine idle speeds, can cause exces- present, instruct any other occupant to buckle their seat sive exhaust temperatures, which can damage your belt.
Page 247 STARTING AND OPERATING 245 • Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine does CAUTION! (Continued) not require pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal. scuffing or seizing of internal components in this However, if the engine has not started within three high performance engine.
Page 248: If Engine Fails To Start
246 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Push the red ENGINE START/STOP button located If Engine Fails To Start on the instrument panel. Release the button when the engine starts. CAUTION! To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.
Page 249: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 247 If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15 WARNING! (Continued) second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal and damage the converter and vehicle. If the ve- held to the floor, the “Normal Starting” procedure should hicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may be repeated.
Page 250: Shifting
248 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! • Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch Failure to start out in first gear when moving forward pedal, or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the from a starting position may result in damage to the clutch pedal partially engaged, as this will cause clutch.
Page 251 STARTING AND OPERATING 249 The spring will try to pull the shift lever toward third and NOTE: fourth gear. Make sure you move the shift lever into • Your vehicle is equipped with a transmission reverse second or fifth gear. If you let the shift lever move in the inhibitor system.
Page 252: Recommended Shift Speeds
250 STARTING AND OPERATING (clutch pedal released), but it may also be heard when cruise conditions (relatively steady speeds) will result in driving. The noise may also be more noticeable when increased fuel economy, and may be used as indicated. the transmission is warm.
Page 253: Street/Race Mode - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 251 coolant is higher than 107°F (42°C), and vehicle speed is CAUTION! greater than 16 mph (26 km/h) but less than 18 mph (29 km/h), and engine speed is less than 1,550 RPM, and If you skip more than one gear while downshifting the transmission is in first gear, and the accelerator is at or downshift at too high a vehicle speed, you could 20% throttle or less.
Page 254 252 STARTING AND OPERATING the system will automatically shift the suspension damp- NOTE: ers to the firmer Race damping setting during some hard • With the ignition in the ON/RUN position, the sus- acceleration and braking situations. There are two modes pension damping system will be in the last mode the of operation: system was in when the vehicle was turned off.
Page 255: Launch Mode
STARTING AND OPERATING 253 LAUNCH MODE This system maximizes acceleration traction for straight line racing. 1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop on a level track surface with the engine running. 2. Set the steering wheel for straight ahead driving. 3.
Page 256 254 STARTING AND OPERATING • Launch Mode can be used in any of the Electronic NOTE: If the cluster launch DID message indicates all conditions are correct for launch and the throttle is Stability Control (ESC) Modes. pressed to the floor quickly (within approximately 1/2 •...
Page 257: Track Use
STARTING AND OPERATING 255 • Tire pressure: TRACK USE – 35psi hot recommended. This typically can be Guidelines For Track Use achieved with cold pressures between 25 and 29 psi, NOTE: Because of the extreme conditions encountered depending on driver, track, and ambient conditions. during track use, any damage or wear associated with Conclusion Of Each Track Event track use is not covered by warranty.
Page 258: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
256 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES • All SRT vehicles are track tested for 24 hours of Acceleration endurance, however, it is recommended that suspen- sion system, brake system, prop shaft, and ½ shaft WARNING! boots should be checked for wear or damage after Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous.
Page 259: Traction
STARTING AND OPERATING 257 Traction 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become visible. When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road 4. Keep tires properly inflated. surface.
Page 260: Flowing/Rising Water
258 STARTING AND OPERATING Flowing/Rising Water WARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- WARNING! cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph Do not drive on or across a road or path where water (8 km/h) when driving through standing water. is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 261: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 259 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited standing water that is deeper than the bottom of Warranty. the tire rims mounted on the vehicle. • Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can •...
Page 262: Power Steering Fluid Check
260 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Power Steering Fluid Check • Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be travel are considered normal and do not indicate that checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are there is a problem with the power steering system.
Page 263: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 261 PARKING BRAKE WARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading. Do not overfill. Use only manufacturer’s recommended power steering fluid.
Page 264 262 STARTING AND OPERATING The “Brake System Warning Light” in the instrument WARNING! cluster will turn on when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position and the parking brake is applied. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure you fully apply the parking brake and shift the transmission into NOTE: REVERSE.
Page 265: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a systems loses normal capability, the remaining number of reasons.
Page 266: Brake Pad Break-In
264 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake Pad Break-In Safe Operating Tips NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a high perfor- WARNING! mance braking system. The brake pads are a semi- metallic compound, which offer superior fade resistance To use your brakes and accelerator more safely, for consistent operation.
Page 267: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 265 Anti-Lock Brake System WARNING! (Continued) The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed to aid the braking ability, and control. driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse • After going through deep water or a car wash, braking conditions.
Page 268 266 STARTING AND OPERATING makes a low humming noise during operation, which is WARNING! (Continued) normal. such equipment should be performed by qualified professionals. CAUTION! • Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish The Anti-Lock Brake System is subject to possible their effectiveness and may lead to a collision.
Page 269 STARTING AND OPERATING 267 Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) • The capabilities of an Anti-Lock Brake System The “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” will turn (ABS) equipped vehicle must never be exploited in on and stay on briefly as a bulb check when the a reckless or dangerous manner, that could jeopar- ignition is first turned on.
Page 270: Traction Control System (Tcs)
268 STARTING AND OPERATING Light” and the “ABS Warning Light” are on, and the In full on mode ESC utilizes sensors in the vehicle to parking brake is fully released, see your authorized determine the path that the driver intends to steer the dealer immediately.
Page 271 STARTING AND OPERATING 269 WARNING! (Continued) by prevailing road conditions. ESC cannot prevent all accidents, including those resulting from exces- sive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. ESC also cannot prevent accidents resulting from loss of vehicle control due to inappro- priate driver input for the conditions.
Page 272 270 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Full Off WARNING! The ESC Off mode is intended for off-highway or off- With the ESC switched OFF, the enhanced vehicle road use only and should not be used on any public stability offered by ESC is unavailable. In an emer- roadways.
Page 273 STARTING AND OPERATING 271 WARNING! WARNING! When in Sport Mode, the TCS functionality of ESC, When in Track Mode, the TCS functionality of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature described in the (except for the limited slip feature described in the TCS section), has been disabled, the “ESC Sport TCS section), has been disabled, the “ESC Track Light”...
Page 274: Tire Safety Information
272 STARTING AND OPERATING The “ESC Rain Light” will illuminate, and the “ESC TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION RAIN” message will display in the vehicle cluster (left of Tire Markings the odometer). Refer to “Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
Page 275 STARTING AND OPERATING 273 • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary NOTE: emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into design standards.
Page 276 274 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards, or ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or LT = Light truck tire based on U.S.
Page 277 STARTING AND OPERATING 275 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 278: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
276 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 279 STARTING AND OPERATING 277 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 280: Tire Terminology And Definitions
278 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 281: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 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)
Page 282 280 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle. 2. Total weight your vehicle can carry. 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4.
Page 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 Loading To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle.
Page 284 282 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 285 STARTING AND OPERATING 283...
Page 286: Tires - General Information
284 STARTING AND OPERATING • Tread Wear WARNING! • Ride Comfort Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading Safety can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the WARNING! recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them.
Page 287: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 Fuel Economy WARNING! (Continued) Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance • Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob- resulting in higher fuel consumption. lems. You could lose control of your vehicle. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Tread Wear to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the Improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause abnor-...
Page 288 286 STARTING AND OPERATING At least once a month: 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the • Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire side- pocket-type pressure gauge.
Page 289: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 287 Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) WARNING! during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pressure build up or your tire pressure will be too low. High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous.
Page 290: Tire Types
288 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 291: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 289 Summer tires do not contain the all season designation or Run Flat mode. A Run Flat mode occurs when the tire mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use inflation pressure is of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once a Summer tires only in sets of four;...
Page 292 290 STARTING AND OPERATING Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped CAUTION! The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on compact or limited-use temporary spare installed.
Page 293 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 Do not install more than one compact spare tire and spare tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as wheel on the vehicle at any given time. your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the WARNING! first opportunity.
Page 294: Tire Spinning
292 STARTING AND OPERATING Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In WARNING! Emergencies” for further information. Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- WARNING! stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.
Page 295: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for further information. Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: •...
Page 296: Replacement Tires
294 STARTING AND OPERATING tread life. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle main- wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu- tenance schedule is highly recommended. facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva- lent to the originals in size, quality and performance WARNING! when replacement is needed.
Page 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 It is recommended you contact your authorized tire WARNING! (Continued) dealer or original equipment dealer with any questions • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or you may have on tire specifications or capability. Failure capacity, other than what was originally equipped to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect on your vehicle.
Page 298: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
296 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to a Due to limited clearance, tire chains or traction devices smooth, quiet ride. are not recommended. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 299: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 readings to the receiver module. It is particularly impor- tant for you to check the tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly and to maintain the proper pres- sure. The TPMS consists of the following components: •...
Page 300 298 STARTING AND OPERATING cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire cold placard pressure. Once the low tire pressure warn- pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least ing (Tire Pressure Monitoring [TPM] Telltale Light) illu- three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a minates, you must increase the tire pressure to the three hour period.
Page 301 STARTING AND OPERATING 299 TPM Telltale Light will still be ON. In this situation, the CAUTION! (Continued) TPM Telltale Light will turn OFF only after the tires are sealant it is recommended that you take your inflated to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pres- vehicle to an authorized dealership to have your sure value.
Page 302: Premium System
300 STARTING AND OPERATING Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire readings to the receiver module. It is particularly impor- tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and tant for you to check the tire pressure in all of the tires on stopping ability.
Page 303 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 showing the pressure values of each tire with the low tire Driver Information Display (DID) will display a SER- pressure values changing color. An Inflate to XX mes- VICE TPM SYSTEM message for a minimum of five sage will also be displayed.
Page 304 302 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or General Information wheel housings. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. following two conditions: 5.
Page 305: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 Gulf Coast Countries (GCC) FUEL REQUIREMENTS TPMS 8.4L Engine The 8.4L engine is designed to meet all REGISTERED No: ER0097573/12 emissions regulations, provide optimal DEALER No: DA0047074/10 fuel economy and performance when us- ing high-quality unleaded “Premium” CORAX3 gasoline having a posted octane number of 91 as specified by the (R+M)/2 method.
Page 306: Reformulated Gasoline
304 STARTING AND OPERATING Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experience these Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before consid- genates such as ethanol. ering service for the vehicle.
Page 307: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may MMT In Gasoline void or not be covered under New Vehicle Limited Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) Warranty. is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles blended with MMT provides no performance advantage Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso-...
Page 308: Fuel System Cautions
306 STARTING AND OPERATING stability additives are recommended. Using gasolines Fuel System Cautions that have these additives will help improve fuel economy, reduce emissions, and maintain vehicle perfor- CAUTION! mance. Designated TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline con- Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s tains a higher level of detergents to further aide in performance: minimizing engine and fuel system deposits.
Page 309: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being WARNING! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Most of these products contain high concentrations Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon of methanol.
Page 310: Adding Fuel
308 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the WARNING! (Continued) nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel- time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal ing. conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive NOTE: Only the correct size nozzle opens the latches with all side windows fully open.
Page 311: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 1. Open the liftgate. WARNING! 2. Locate the carpet access door (on the right side inner • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the trim panel of the trunk). vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled.
Page 312 310 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Pull the edge of the access door on the right side inner 4. Pull the release cable to release the fuel door. trim panel to expose the emergency release cable. Release Cable Edge Of Access Door...
Page 313: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 Fuel Door Open Carpet Into Original Position 5. Return the release cable to the original position (inside TRAILER TOWING the inner trim panel) and push the carpet back into the Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended. original position.
Page 314: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
312 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground Manual Transmission Flat Tow None NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Front NOT ALLOWED Rear NOT RECOMMENDED...
Page 315: Ground Clearance
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 GROUND CLEARANCE CAUTION! The front and rear fascias and side sills ride low and Damage to the front and rear fascias and side sills can ground clearance is limited. occur if you disregard the low ground clearance in these areas of your vehicle.
Page 317 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions ..321 HAZARD WARNING FLASHER ...316 ▫ Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit ..323 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 318: Hazard Warning Flasher
316 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flasher may wear down your battery. The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the center of the instrument panel above the climate controls. IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations, you can reduce the Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning...
Page 319: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 317 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS an impending overheat condition: Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle.
Page 320 318 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Wheel Mounting Surface Torque Patterns 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 321: Tire Service Kit - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 319 Tire Service Kit Storage WARNING! The Tire Service Kit is located in the left side of the trunk. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered.
Page 322: Tire Service Kit Components And Operation
320 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Tire Service Kit Components And Operation Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Your Tire Service Kit is equipped with the following symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. Selecting Air Mode Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to this position for air pump operation only.
Page 323: Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 321 Using The Deflation Button Push the Deflation Button (2) to reduce the air pressure in the tire if it becomes over-inflated. Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions • Replace the Tire Service Kit Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed at the lower right hand corner on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system.
Page 324 322 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once WARNING! the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the properly discarded. vehicle closest to traffic.
Page 325: Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 323 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or • Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In heat source. case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a phy- •...
Page 326 324 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES on the ground. This will provide the best positioning 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the tire and running the air pump.
Page 327 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 325 NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and tire. the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6). If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 –...
Page 328 326 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the pressure within 15 minutes: valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the hose, and place the Tire Service Kit in the vehicle •...
Page 329 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 327 (D) Drive Vehicle: (E) After Driving: Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure to Use Tire Service Kit”...
Page 330 328 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher: 5. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the instrument panel after the tire has been repaired. 1. Push the Power Button (4) to turn on Tire Service Kit and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire 6.
Page 331: Jump-Starting Procedures
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 329 4. Clean any remaining sealant from the Tire Service Kit JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES housing. WARNING! 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in •...
Page 332 330 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The battery is located underneath an access Connecting The Jumper Cables panel inside the rear compartment on the left side of the 1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry vehicle. A remote battery terminal is located in the engine such as watchbands or bracelets that might make an compartment for jump-starting.
Page 333 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 331 CAUTION! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. 6. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle.
Page 334 332 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Disconnecting The Jumper Cables WARNING! 1. Disconnect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) from the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with post of the discharged battery.
Page 335: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 333 Use the least amount of pressure to maintain the rocking CAUTION! motion, without spinning the wheels, or racing the engine. Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not CAUTION! in use (i.e., cellular devices, etc.).
Page 336: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
334 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE WARNING! Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Only use flatbed Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- equipment. Always comply with applicable state or local ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or towing ordinances.
Page 337 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... .344 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 8.4L ..337 ▫...
Page 338 336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Brake System ......360 ▫ Front Headlamp, Front Park/Turn Signal Lamp ......384 ▫...
Page 339: Engine Compartment - 8.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 8.4L 1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 — Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir 2 — Coolant Pressure Cap 7 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 8 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4 — Power Distribution Center 9 —...
Page 340: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) CAUTION! To meet new government regulations and promote Prolonged driving with the light on could cause cleaner air, your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated further damage to the emission control system. It onboard diagnostic system called OBD II.
Page 341: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 access this information to assist with the diagnosis and For further information, refer to “Privacy Practices — If service of your vehicle and emissions system. Equipped With Uconnect 8.4 Radio” and “Uconnect CyberSecurity” in “All About Uconnect Access” in your WARNING! Owner’s Manual Radio Supplement and “Cybersecurity”...
Page 342 340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently happen: serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- •...
Page 343: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 system to update. A recheck with the above test routine DEALER SERVICE may then indicate that the system is now ready. Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is operations in an expert manner.
Page 344: Maintenance Procedures
342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! The pages that follow contain the required maintenance • Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or perform services determined by the engineers who designed your repairs and service when necessary could result in vehicle.
Page 345: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 Engine Oil Change Engine Oil Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper Checking Oil Level maintenance intervals. To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
Page 346: Engine Oil Filter
344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Materials Added To Engine Oil CAUTION! The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is the engine oil.
Page 347: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 Engine Oil Filter Selection WARNING! (Continued) This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality near the engine compartment before starting the of replacement filters varies considerably.
Page 348: Maintenance-Free Battery
346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Some aftermarket air cleaners and filters can cause mass air flow sensor issues which can lead to a driveability problem or a limp home condition. Maintenance-Free Battery The top of the maintenance-free battery is vented, and must be replaced with a vented battery.
Page 349: Hibernation Mode
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 350: Air Conditioner Maintenance
348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE of storage time without losing radio and engine control- 3. Push the right arrow button on the steering wheel ler adaptive memory. Using this feature is an alternative controls for one second. Vehicle will countdown from to disconnecting the battery.
Page 351 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 WARNING! CAUTION! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- system as the chemicals can damage your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are tioning components.
Page 352: Body Lubrication
350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Lubrication Wiper Blades Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, windshield and rear window periodically with a sponge tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 353: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending WARNING! (Continued) on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor perfor- must be exercised when filling or working around mance of blades may be present with chattering, marks, the washer solution.
Page 354 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control and can eventually poison you.
Page 355: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure motion.
Page 356 354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE condenser/radiator for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, WARNING! (Continued) etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden switch to the LOCK position. The fan is tempera- hose vertically down the face of the condenser/radiator. ture controlled and can start at any time the igni- Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub- tion switch is in the ON position.
Page 357 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill CAUTION! NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- to severe internal engine damage.
Page 358 356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Please review these recommendations for using Organic CAUTION! (Continued) Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard be compatible with the engine coolant and may MS.90032.
Page 359 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) as soon as engine cooling system. possible.
Page 360 358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child WARNING! (Continued) or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes any ground spills immediately. pressure to build up in the cooling system. To Coolant Level prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under...
Page 361 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, only OAT coolant that meets the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti- the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032 freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant should be added to the coolant bottle.
Page 362: Brake System
360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter WARNING! (Continued) operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may possible brake damage. You would not have your full result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) braking capacity in an emergency.
Page 363 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 With disc brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the WARNING! (Continued) brake pads wear. However, low fluid level may be caused fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the by a leak and a checkup may be needed. original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder Use only the manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
Page 364: Manual Transmission
362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Manual Transmission WARNING! (Continued) Transmission Fluid Level Check • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be Check the fluid in the transmission when performing damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure. other underbody services.
Page 365: Hydraulic Clutch
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Refer to “Flu- CAUTION! ids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration Rear Axle in transmission shift quality and/or damage to the Axle Lubricant Level Check transmission.
Page 366: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside CAUTION! parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami- nants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, Using axle fluid other than the manufactured recom- extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi- mended fluid may cause a shudder/noise issue.
Page 367 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR Wheel And Wheel Trim Care Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and your paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint. chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly •...
Page 368 366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives and MOPAR Total Clean. Care should be taken to avoid or polishing compounds.
Page 369 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, detergents, or CAUTION! ammonia-based cleaners to clean the leather. Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the Damage caused by these type of products may not be original condition. covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 370 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly. The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care WARNING! must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
Page 371 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 CAUTION! Use care when approaching parking blocks, tall speed bumps and garage curbs. These surfaces can damage your splitter and fascia. Use caution when driving up to sloped surfaces or over speed bumps. Approaching a speed bump or a slope at a slight angle may improve your clearance.
Page 372 370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Wing — If Equipped Water may drain slowly from the ends of the wing after washing or exposure to rain, this is normal. Opening the Do not operate the vehicle with the rear wing removed. liftgate will expedite drainage.
Page 373: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 system and the clear coat. As with any automotive WARNING! (Continued) coating, storing your vehicle in a covered location will material. Failure to use proper fuses may result in guarantee a long lasting finish. serious personal injury, fire and/or property dam- The rear wing is molded with unidirectional carbon fiber age.
Page 374: Power Distribution Center
372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Power Distribution Center The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. This center contains fuses and relays. Power Distribution Center Cavity Relay Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 40 Amp Green —...
Page 375 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 Cavity Relay Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 40 Amp Green — CBC (Ext. Lighting #1) — 40 Amp Green — CBC (Ext. Lighting #2) — 30 Amp Pink — CBC (Lighting, Washer Pump) — 30 Amp Pink —...
Page 376 374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Relay Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 30 Amp Pink — Rear Window Defroster — 20 Amp Blue — Wiper — Jumper Black — B+ Jumper — — 15 Amp Blue HVAC MOD, Cluster, ICS-Switch Bank —...
Page 377 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 Cavity Relay Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — Jumper Black — B+ Jumper — — — Spare — 20 Amp Blue — Run Acc relay — Jumper Black — B+ Jumper — — — Spare — — 10 Amp Red ORC Mod Run —...
Page 378 376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Relay Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description (For- ward Fuse) 43BE — — 10 Amp Red Corax (Rear- ward Fuse) 44AC — — 10 Amp Red Rear View Mirror, Aux Port Jumper. (For- ward Fuse) 44BE — —...
Page 379 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 Cavity Relay Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — — 10 Amp Red ESC Module, Stop Lamp Switch — — 10 Amp Red ORC Module, Passenger Seat OCM — — 10 Amp Red SCCM — — 25 Amp Amplifier Clear HC Micro...
Page 380 378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Relay Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description HC Micro — — Fuel Pump G8VA — — Run Relay #1 G8VA — — Run Relay #2 HC Micro — — ASD #1 HC Micro — — ASD #2 G8VA —...
Page 381: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 • Make sure that all tires are inflated to the optimum CAUTION! (Continued) pressure. result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If • Wash and wax the vehicle to protect the finish. a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates •...
Page 382 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If the vehicle will be subjected to freezing tempera- NOTE: Disconnecting the battery causes the engine con- tures, either remove the battery and store it in a dry, trol system to lose memory of some “learned” functions. well ventilated area or connect a trickle charger After reconnecting the battery, the engine may run rough (1.5 Amp) with automatic shutdown / overcharge...
Page 383 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 NOTE: To help prevent the battery from discharging Use the remote transmitter to set the alarm. If the alarm during shorter periods of inactivity, perform the follow- SET light comes on and flashes, the system is operating ing: properly.
Page 384: Replacement Bulbs
382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Message Center Indicators Serviced at Authorized Dealer Cluster LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Gauge Pack Serviced at Authorized Dealer Heater Control Serviced at Authorized Dealer Interior Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Courtesy Foot Well Lights Cargo Lamp (Coupe Liftgate) LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Page 385 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Low/High Beam Headlamp HID (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Front Park/Turn Signal Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Front Side Marker Lamp 2821M Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Page 386: Bulb Replacement
384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Taillamp, Tail/Stop Lamp For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer. NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric Rear Turn Signal Lamp conditions change to allow the condensation to change For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer.
Page 387: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 16 Gallons 60.6 Liters Engine Oil With Filter We recommend you use synthetic SAE 0W-40, API Certified. 11 Quarts 10.4 Liters Transmission We recommend you use MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Trans- 3.4 Quarts 3.2 Liters mission Fluid.
Page 388: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 coolant conforming to MS.90032. Engine Oil We recommend you use a full synthetic 0W-40 engine oil such as MOPAR or Pennzoil Ultra or equivalent engine oil.
Page 389 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 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 390: Chassis
388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Transmission We recommend you use MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Rear Axle We recommend you use Castrol SAF-XJ/SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear and Axle Lubricant. Brake/Clutch Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR Brake and Clutch Fluid DOT 4 Motor Vehicle.
Page 391 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ MAINTENANCE CHART ....392 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ... . .390...
Page 392 390 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES At Each Stop For Fuel • Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages specified fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the vehicle performance and reliability.
Page 393 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 391 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake • Inspect the brake hoses. master cylinder, power steering, and transmission, and • Inspect the suspension components. add as needed. • Lubricate door hinges and check springs. •...
Page 394: Maintenance Chart
392 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE CHART Miles: Or Months: 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Or Kilometers: Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before scheduled maintenance.
Page 395 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 393 Miles: Or Months: 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Or Kilometers: Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Change the manual transmis- sion fluid. Inspect the manual transmis- sion fluid, add as necessary. Change the rear axle fluid.
Page 396 394 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles: Or Months: 96 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Or Kilometers: Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Replace the spark plugs ** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months if not done at 150,000 miles (240,000 km).
Page 397 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 395 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 399 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .399 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
Page 400 398 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .405 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....405 ▫...
Page 401: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 399 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 402: Fca Us Llc Customer Center
400 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 US LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
Page 403: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 401 In Mexico Contact Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Sante Fe C.P.
Page 404: Warranty Information
402 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service WARNING! contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only), manufacturer’s service contract.
Page 405: Mopar Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 403 MOPAR PARTS campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are dealer, and the manufacturer. available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety operating at its best.
Page 406: Publication Order Forms
404 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Diagnostic Procedure Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix cepted.
Page 407: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 405 Call toll free at: Treadwear • 1-800-890-4038 (U.S.) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...
Page 408: Temperature Grades
406 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all WARNING! passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not test wheel, than the minimum required by law.
Page 409 INDEX...
Page 410 408 INDEX About Your Brakes ......263 Maintaining Your Air Bag System ... .70 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 411 INDEX 409 Anti-Lock Warning Light ....267 Transmitter Battery Replacement ... . .23 Appearance Care .
Page 412 410 INDEX Caps, Filler Using The Top Tether Anchorage ... . .81 Oil (Engine) ......344 Clean Air Gasoline .
Page 413 INDEX 411 Radiator Cap ......357 Disposal Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..355, 385, 386 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .
Page 414 412 INDEX Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ..157 Oil ......343, 385, 386 Emergency Brake .
Page 415 INDEX 413 Flashers Fuel ........303 Hazard Warning ......316 Additives .
Page 416 414 INDEX Ground Clearance ......313 Hood Release ......104 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid .
Page 417 INDEX 415 Remote Battery Replacement ....23 Automatic Headlights ....107 Key-In Reminder .
Page 418 416 INDEX Lights On Reminder .....109 Power Door ......26 Low Fuel .
Page 419 INDEX 417 Rearview ......92 Pressure Warning Light ....156 Vanity .
Page 420 418 INDEX Pets........83 Radio Antenna ......210 Placard, Tire And Loading Information .
Page 421 INDEX 419 Remote Battery Replacement ....23 Schedule, Maintenance ....389, 390 Transmitter Battery Replacement .
Page 422 420 INDEX Operating Instructions ....40 Shift Indicator Light ..... . .250 Pregnant Women .
Page 423 INDEX 421 Steering Wheel Audio Controls ....209 Life Of Tires ......293 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls .
Page 424 422 INDEX Traction ......256, 257 Uconnect Access Traction Control ......268 Vehicle Health Alert .
Page 425 INDEX 423 Warning Flasher, Hazard ....316 Windshield Defroster ..... . .87 Warnings And Cautions .
Page 426 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.
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Dodge VIPER 2016 Owner's Manual

Introduction

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Understanding Your Instrument Panel

Starting and Operating

What to Do in Emergencies

Maintaining Your Vehicle

If You Need Consumer Assistance

Quick Links

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