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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA features and equipment that are either standard or op- US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA tional on this vehicle.
Page 3: Introduction 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. . . 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
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 parts, and cares about your satisfac- vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman- tion.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
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 or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures 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. VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ To Arm The System ....18 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .11 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...23 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ..40 ▫ General Information ....25 ▫...
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 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch on the back of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand. Emergency Key Removal NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency key into the lock cylinders with either side up.
Page 16: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Or Accessory On Message WARNING! Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
Page 17: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 The system uses a Key Fob with a factory-mated Remote WARNING! (Continued) Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, a Keyless Ignition Node • Do not leave children or animals inside parked (KIN) and a RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle vehicles in hot weather.
Page 18: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal Replacement Keys vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electron- vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the ics.
Page 19: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer Sys- VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM tem serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to the The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors authorized dealer. and trunk for unauthorized entry and the ignition switch for unauthorized operation.
Page 20: To Arm The System
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Arm The System same exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: further information). 1. Make sure the vehicles ignition is cycled to the “OFF” •...
Page 21 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 • Advance the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF described arming sequences has occurred, the Vehicle position. Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and open a NOTE: door, the alarm will sound.
Page 22: Security System Manual Override
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Security System Manual Override NOTE: • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger. tesy lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat”...
Page 23: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above To Unlock The Doors disables the system from responding to all RKE transmit- Push and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE ter buttons for all RKE transmitters.
Page 24: To Lock The Doors
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Flash Lights With Lock If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” under “Things To Know Before This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 25: Using The Panic Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the Using The Panic Alarm vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push and hold Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one by the system.
Page 26 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the latch on the back of the RKE transmitter sideways seal during removal. with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 27: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 on the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved clip, located on the back cover. Avoid touching the by the party responsible for compliance could void the new battery with your fingers.
Page 28: How To Use Remote Start
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • RKE PANIC button not pushed NOTE: • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic • System not disabled from previous remote start event transmission to be equipped with Remote Start. •...
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • The engine can be started two consecutive times with To Enter Remote Start Mode the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition must be activated by pushing the START/STOP button twice Push and release the REMOTE START button (or the ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- position) before you can repeat the start sequence for a...
Page 30: Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Low Fuel Light turns on. doors, or unlock the vehicle using Passive Entry via the door handles, and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if • The hood is opened. equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle, •...
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 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. • When leaving the vehicle, remove the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
Page 32: Power Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 If you push the power door lock switch while the ignition 2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed is on, and either door is open, the power locks will not returned to 0 mph (0 km/h).
Page 34: Keyless Enter-N-Go
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the With a Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and a of the driver door handle, grab the front driver door feature of Keyless Enter-N-Go™.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed all Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front Transmitter In Vehicle driver’s door handle. To select between “Unlock Driver To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a Door 1st Press”...
Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Enter The Trunk: NOTE: If you inadvertently leave your vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitter in the trunk and try to close the With a Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) deck lid, the deck lid will automatically unlatch, unless of the deck lid, push the button located on the center of another one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmit-...
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Do NOT grab the door handle, when pushing the door handle button. This could unlock the door(s). Push The Door Handle Button To Lock Do NOT Grab The Handle When Locking...
Page 38: Windows
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WINDOWS • After pushing the door handle button, you must wait Power Windows two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, The window controls on the driver’s door control both of using either Passive Entry door handle.
Page 39: Auto-Down Feature - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 door. The window controls will operate only when the WARNING! ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do NOTE: not let children play with power windows. Do not •...
Page 40: Trunk Lock And Release
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To open the window part way, push the window switch NOTE: The transmission must be in PARK before the to the first detent and release it when you want the button will operate. If equipped with a manual transmis- window to stop.
Page 41: Trunk Safety Warning
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position, the TRUNK SAFETY WARNING Trunk Open symbol will display in the instrument cluster indicating that the trunk is open. The odometer display WARNING! will reappear once the trunk is closed. Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, With the ignition switch in the OFF position or the key either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or...
Page 42: Trunk Emergency Release
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Release Some of the most important safety features in your lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the vehicle are the restraint systems: event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the •...
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 2. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing 6. All occupants should always wear their lap and child restraint) must ride in the front passenger seat, shoulder belts properly.
Page 44: Seat Belt Systems
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the WARNING! inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of be belted at all times. an air bag.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 After the sequence completes, the Seat Belt Reminder BeltAlert can be activated or deactivated by your autho- Light remains illuminated until the respective seat belts rized dealer. FCA US LLC does not recommend deacti- are buckled.
Page 46 44 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 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of • A seat belt that is too loose will not protect you injury in a collision. The seat belt forces won’t be at properly.
Page 48 46 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 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 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 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down Seat Belt Extender the webbing to allow the seat belt to retract fully. If a seat belt is not long enough to fit properly, even when the webbing is fully extended and the adjustable upper Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure shoulder belt anchorage (if equipped) is in its lowest...
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Seat Belt Pretensioner WARNING! (Continued) The front seat belt system is equipped with pretensioning • Using a Seat Belt Extender when not needed can devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat increase the risk of serious injury or death in a belt in the event of a collision.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a seat belt system with an Energy Management feature in the front seating positions that may help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a collision.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 sound as the seat belt retracts. Allow the webbing to WARNING! (Continued) retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out 12 years or younger, including a child in a rear- only the amount of webbing necessary to comfortably facing child restraint.
Page 54: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) locking mode. Air Bag System Components Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag WARNING! system components: • The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the •...
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 • Seat Belt Buckle Switch • Seat Track Position Sensors Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as WARNING! determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument which may receive information from the front impact sensors or other system components.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) some collisions, air bags won’t deploy at all. Al- • No objects should be placed over or near the air ways wear your seat belts even though you have air bag on the instrument panel or steering wheel, bags.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration Knee Impact Bolsters over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should driver and front passenger, and position the front occu- have deployed.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 SABs are marked with a “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIRBAG” When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on the out- label sewn into the outboard side of the seats. board side of the seatback’s trim cover. The inflating SAB deploys through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The SABICs deploy downward, covering the side win- dows. An inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the trim out of the way and covers the window. The SABICs inflate with enough force to injure you if you are not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the SABICs inflate.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 The SABICs and SABs (“Side Air Bags”) are designed to WARNING! activate in certain side impacts and certain rollover • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right events. The Occupant Restraint Controller (“ORC”) de- termines whether the deployment of the Side Air Bags in Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains a particular side impact or rollover event is appropriate,...
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE help keep you in position, away from inflating Side Air WARNING! (Continued) Bags. To get the best protection from the Side Air Bags, properly. In some collisions, Side Air Bags won’t occupants must wear their seat belts properly and sit deploy at all.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side collisions, faster-developing event may deploy the seat belt preten- including some collisions at certain angles, or some side sioners as well as the SABs and SABICs on both sides of collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger the vehicle.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to fric- Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- tion rope burns or those you might get sliding along a ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air carpet or gymnasium floor.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Enhanced Accident Response System System Reset Procedure In the event of an impact, if the communication network In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending functions after an event, the ignition must be changed on the nature of the event, the ORC will determine from ignition START or ON/RUN to ignition OFF.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC contains a backup power supply system that free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or dealer service the air bag system immediately. it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 sound to alert you that the Redundant Air Bag Warning WARNING! Light has come on and a fault has been detected. If the Redundant Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- or remains on while driving have an authorized dealer ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags service the vehicle immediately.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Event Data Recorder (EDR) WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder modify the front bumper, vehicle body structure, or (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in add aftermarket side steps or running boards.
Page 69: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 These data can help provide a better understanding of Child Restraints the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times, including babies and children. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has WARNING! (Continued) a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety great that you could not hold the child, no matter Standards. You should also make sure that you can install how strong you are.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the height or weight limits of their child...
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 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 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor...
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (LATCH) has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- Restraint System equipped child seats. There are two lower anchorages located at the back of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until weight of the child restraint) for using the the combined weight of the child and the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Can the rear-facing child restraint touch The child seat may touch the back of the the back of the front passenger seat? front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact. See your child restraint owner’s manual for more information.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating Tether Anchorages LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. There are tether strap anchorages behind each Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower rear seating position located in the panel be- anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the tween the rear seatback and the rear window.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 1. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the WARNING! tether strap of the child seat so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more anchorages.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to the with it and accidentally lock the seat belt retractor. Before top tether anchorage. See the section “Installing Child installing a child restraint using the LATCH system, Restraints Using the Top Tether Anchorage”...
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can be WARNING! (Continued) “switched” into a locked mode by pulling all of the • Child restraint anchorages are designed to with- webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing stand only those loads imposed by correctly-fitted retract back into the retractor.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle • ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to with the seat belt to attach a forward...
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by WARNING! (Continued) pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt (LATCH) Restraint System” for the location of ap- path. It should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) proved tether anchorages in your vehicle.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate or lift the cover to access the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint. 3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat.
Page 89: Transporting Pets
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 5. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child Transporting Pets restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly WARNING! injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can should be considered a normal part of the break-in and be detrimental and should be avoided.
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 • Avoid aggressive braking. It is recommended for the operator to observe the following driving behaviors during the new vehicle break-in period: • Drive with the engine speed less than 5,000 RPM. 0 to 100 miles (0 to 161 km): •...
Page 92: Safety Tips
90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Check engine oil with every refueling and add if WARNING! (Continued) necessary. Oil and fuel consumption may be higher • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your through the first oil change interval.
Page 93: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open WARNING! (Continued) seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes • If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/ to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, rear doors open, make sure that all windows are inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is...
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light Floor Mat Safety Information Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your The light should come on and remain on for vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they ignition switch is first turned ON.
Page 95: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside WARNING! (Continued) The Vehicle • Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top Tires of already installed floor mats. Additional floor mats and other coverings will reduce the size of the Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear pedal area and interfere with the pedals.
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid (if equipped), or brake fluid leaks are suspected. The cause should be located and corrected immediately.
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS MIRRORS ......101 BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF EQUIPPED.
Page 98 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Manual Front Seatback Recline ... .125 ▫ Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped ......136 ▫...
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 ▫ Mist Feature ......144 ▫ To Resume Speed .....152 ▫...
Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Setting The Following Distance In ACC ..163 PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED ......181 ▫...
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 ▫ Sunglasses Storage ....193 ▫ Closing Sunroof — Express....204 ▫...
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Glove Compartment ....210 REAR WINDOW FEATURES ....212 ▫...
Page 103: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • Push the Mirror Dimmer button once to turn the MIRRORS feature On. Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped • Push the Mirror Dimmer button a second time to turn A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is the feature Off.
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Vehicle Customer Care – Total support for all other NOTE: The ASSIST and 9–1–1 features operate through the Uconnect® Access service. These buttons will only vehicle issues. operate as long as your Uconnect® Access service is 9-1-1 Call active.
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 3. Once a connection between the vehicle and a 9-1-1 NOTE: Once a connection is made between the vehicle’s operator is made, the 9-1-1 Call system may transmit 9-1-1 Call system and the 9-1-1 operator, the 9-1-1 operator the following important vehicle information to a 9-1-1 may be able to open a voice connection with the vehicle to operator:...
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Modifications to any part of the 9-1-1 Call system or location), do not wait for voice contact from a could cause the air bag system to fail when you 9-1-1 operator.
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 • The Phone Screen will display the following message WARNING! (Continued) “Vehicle phone requires service. Please contact your send a signal to a 9-1-1 operator. If the Air Bag dealer.” Warning Light is illuminated, have an authorized •...
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Wireless and/or Global Positioning Satellite signals General Information are unavailable or obstructed. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. • Equipment malfunction at the 9-1-1 operator facility. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) •...
Page 109: Outside Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Outside Mirrors Outside Mirrors Folding Feature To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) The mirrors are equipped with a rotational hinge. The to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight mirrors have one detent (clockwise) towards the rear of overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
Page 110: Power Mirrors
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 111: Vanity Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Vanity Mirrors A vanity mirror is located on the sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the mirror cover upward. Illuminated Vanity Mirrors An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the mirror cover upward.
Page 112: Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm) - If Equipped
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE desired position. To use the extender feature of the sun BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF EQUIPPED visor, grab the extender which is located at the rear of the The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- visor and pull rearward.
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors to let the driver know that the system is operational. Automatic Transmission Vehicles The BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in any forward gear or REVERSE and enters stand-by mode when the vehicle is in PARK.
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE vehicle speed reaches approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or The area on the rear fascia where the radar sensors are higher and will alert the driver of vehicles in these areas. located must remain free of snow, ice, and dirt/road contamination so that the BSM system can function NOTE: properly.
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Entering From The Side Entering From The Rear Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side of the vehicle. side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed of less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning light will be illuminated.
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in berms, etc.
Page 118: Rear Cross Path - If Equipped
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the system will not be able to alert the driver. When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE, the driver is alerted using both the visual and audible alarms, including reducing the radio volume.
Page 120: Modes Of Operation
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Modes Of Operation turn signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime Three selectable modes of operation are available in the will also be sounded.
Page 121: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Blind Spot Alert Off 2. The device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- When the BSM system is turned off there will be no eration of the device. visual or audible alerts from either the BSM or RCP systems.
Page 122: Power Seats
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down Push the switch rearward to decrease the lumbar sup- port. Pushing upward or downward on the switch will The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull raise and lower the position of the support.
Page 124: Front Heated Seats - If Equipped
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of path.
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 If the HI-level setting is selected, the system will auto- WARNING! matically switch to LO-level after approximately 60 min- • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin utes of continuous operation. At that time, the display will change from HI to LO, indicating the change.
Page 126: Front Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped NOTE: The engine must be running for the ventilated seats to operate. Located in the seat cushion and seat back are small fans that draw the air from the passenger compartment and Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start move air through fine perforations in the seat cover to On models that are equipped with remote start, the...
Page 127: Manual Front Seatback Recline
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Page 128: Passenger Seat Easy Entry
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Passenger Seat Easy Entry On the passenger seat, pull forward on the lever located on the side of the seatback in order to dump the seatback and slide the seat forward. You can also temporarily remove the seat belt from the guide loop on the seat and allow the seat belt to retract out of the way.
Page 129: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Head Restraints Active Head Restraints — Front Seats Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with by restricting head movement in the event of a rear Active Head Restraints (AHR).
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the adjust- ment button located at the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint. To remove the head restraint, remove the seat belt from the seat belt loop.
Page 131: Folding Rear Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Folding Rear Seat WARNING! (Continued) The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an stow removed head restraints in a location outside additional storage area. Pull on the loops located on the the occupant compartment.
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position, the seat will not provide the proper sta- bility for child seats and/or passengers. An improp- erly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Page 133: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle, the safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood. Two latches must be released to open the hood. 1.
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Push the safety catch to the left. CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- mately 6 inches (15 cm), and then drop it. This should secure both latches.
Page 135: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instru- ment panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, inte- rior lights and fog lights.
Page 136: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped is set to ON. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by This system automatically turns the headlights on or off this feature.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 NOTE: If the windshield or Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control mirror is replaced, the mirror must be re-aimed • The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control can be to ensure proper performance. See your local authorized turned on or off using the Uconnect®...
Page 138: Headlight Time Delay
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Push back on the multifunction lever to reactivate the NOTE: The Headlight Time Delay is programmable us- system. ing the Uconnect® System, refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further Headlight Time Delay information.
Page 139: Lights-On Reminder
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Lights-On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is placed in the OFF position, a chime will sound to alert the driver when the driver’s door is opened. Fog Lights —...
Page 140: Multifunction Lever
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates when the fog lights are turned on. NOTE: The fog lights will operate with the low beam headlights or parking lights on. However, selecting the high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.
Page 141: Turn Signals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Turn Signals Lane Change Assist Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 142: Map/Reading Lights
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead console. Each light is turned on by pressing the lens. Press the lens a second time to turn off the light. These lights also turn on when a door is opened, or when the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is...
Page 143: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Interior Lights Dimmer Controls The interior lights come on when a door is opened. The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and is located on the left side of the instrument panel. To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is moved to the LOCK position.
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the left Dome Light Position dimmer control upward will increase the brightness of Rotate the left dimmer control completely upward to the the instrument panel lights and lighted cupholders (if second detent to turn on the interior lights.
Page 145: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation, or to the second detent past the intermittent The multifunction lever operates the windshield settings for high-speed wiper operation.
Page 146: Mist Feature
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second Windshield Washers to a maximum of approximately 36 seconds between To use the washer, push the multifunction lever inward cycles. The delay intervals will double in duration when (toward the steering column) and hold it for as long as the vehicle speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.
Page 147: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 In this case (auto wipes) the headlights will turn off if no WARNING! (Continued) wipes occurs in 240 Seconds. vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be turned on the windshield during freezing weather, warm the and off using the Uconnect®...
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE wiper sensitivity. Setting 4 can be used if the driver operate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed desires more sensitivity. Place the wiper switch in the is greater than 0 mph (0 km/h), or the outside tem- OFF position when not using the system.
Page 149: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN To unlock the steering column, pull the lever downward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or shorten upward or downward.
Page 150: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The power tilt/telescoping steering column lever is located below the multifunction lever on the steering column.
Page 151: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 The heated steering wheel control button is located WARNING! within the Uconnect® system. You can gain access to the control button through the climate screen or the controls Do not adjust the steering column while driving. screen.
Page 152: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the WARNING! right side of the steering wheel. • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion, or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the steering wheel heater.
Page 153: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
Page 154: To Deactivate
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate The drivers preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under- A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL standing Your Instrument Panel” for more information. button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen vehicle will deactivate the Electronic Speed Control with-...
Page 155: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released, then continue to decrease until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established.
Page 156: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - If Equipped
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on EQUIPPED moderate hills is normal. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving convenience provided by cruise control while traveling On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so on highways and major roadways.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 the original set speed) automatically to maintain a WARNING! preset following distance, while matching the speed of • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience the vehicle ahead. system. It is not a substitute for active driving The Cruise Control system has two control modes: involvement.
Page 158: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation WARNING! (Continued) The speed control buttons (located on the right side of the • Cannot take street, traffic, and weather condi- steering wheel) operates the ACC system. tions into account, and may be limited upon adverse sight distance conditions.
Page 159: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 NOTE: Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifications NOTE: You cannot engage ACC under the following to the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive conditions: Cruise Control and Forward Collision Warning System. •...
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adaptive Cruise Control Ready Adaptive Cruise Control Off To turn the system OFF, push and release the Adaptive WARNING! Cruise Control (ACC) ON/OFF button again. At this time, the system will turn off and the DID will display Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Off.”...
Page 161: To Set A Desired Acc Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 • The system will not be controlling the distance be- WARNING! (Continued) tween your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. The vehicle want. You could lose control and have a collision. speed will only be determined by the position of the Always leave the system off when you are not using accelerator pedal.
Page 162: To Turn Off
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • A Trailer Sway Control (TSC) event occurs. WARNING! • The driver switches ESC to full-off mode. The Resume function should only be used if traffic To Turn Off and road conditions permit. Resuming a set speed that is too high or too low for prevailing traffic and The system will turn off and erase the set speed in road conditions could cause the vehicle to accelerate...
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h): continue to increase in 10 km/h increments until the button is released.
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will • When you use the SET - button to decelerate, if the continue to decrease in 5 mph increments until the engine’s braking power does not slow the vehicle button is released.
Page 165: Setting The Following Distance In Acc
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Setting The Following Distance In ACC The specified following distance for ACC can be set by varying the distance setting between four bars (longest), three bars (long), two bars (medium) and one bar (short). Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead.
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Distance Setting 3 Bars (Long) Distance Setting 2 Bars (Medium)
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 To decrease the distance setting, press the Distance Setting — Decrease button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting decreases by one bar (shorter). If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the set speed.
Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on ACC Activation). The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited; how- ever, the driver can always apply the brakes manually, if necessary. NOTE: The brake lights will illuminate whenever the ACC system applies the brakes.
Page 169: Overtake Aid
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Overtake Aid Adaptive Cruise Control Ready When driving with ACC engaged and following a ve- When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed setting has hicle, the system will provide an additional acceleration not been selected, the display will read “Adaptive Cruise up to the ACC set speed to assist in passing the vehicle.
Page 170: Display Warnings And Maintenance
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • ACC Unavailable Warning The “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor” message can sometimes be displayed while driving in • The DID will return to the last display selected after highly reflective areas (i.e. tunnels with reflective tiles, or five seconds of no ACC display activity ice and snow).
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor- When the condition that deactivated the system is no tant to note the following maintenance items: longer present, the system will return to the “Adaptive Cruise Control Off”...
Page 172: Precautions While Driving With Acc
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Service ACC/FCW Warning Offset Driving ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane that is If the system turns off, and the DID displays “ACC/FCW offset from your direct line of travel, or a vehicle merging Unavailable Service Required”...
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Turns And Bends When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the system may decrease the vehicle speed and acceleration for stability reasons, with no target vehicle detected. Once the vehicle is out of the curve the system will resume your original Set Speed.
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using ACC On Hills Lane Changing When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic lane in which you are traveling.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Narrow Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they have moved fully into the lane. There may not be sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead.
Page 176: General Information
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Stationary Objects And Vehicles General Information ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary This vehicle has systems that operate on radio frequency vehicles. For example, ACC will not react in situations that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications where the vehicle you are following exits your lane and Commission (FCC) rules and with Industry Canada...
Page 177: Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control Mode
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control WARNING! Mode In the normal Cruise Control mode, the system will In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, a Normal not react to vehicles ahead. In addition, the proximity (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control mode is available warning does not activate and no alarm will sound for cruising at fixed speeds.
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will Once a speed has been set a message (CRUISE CON- TROL SET TO MPH/KM) will appear indicating what continue to increase in 5 mph increments until the speed was set.
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will The drivers preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under- continue to decrease in 10 km/h decrements until the standing Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 180: Forward Collision Warning (Fcw) - If Equipped
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The shift lever/gear selector is removed from the FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) — IF Drive position. EQUIPPED To Resume Speed Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Operation To resume a previously set speed, push the RES button The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system provides and release.
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 NOTE: • The minimum speed for FCW activation is 5 mph (10 km/h). • The FCW alerts may be triggered on objects other than vehicles such as guard rails or sign posts based on the course prediction.
Page 182: Turning Fcw On Or Off
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the system WARNING! (Continued) from warning you of a possible collision with the vehicle responsibility to avoid a collision by controlling the in front of you. vehicle via braking and steering.
Page 183: Service Fcw Warning
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Changing the FCW status to the “Near” setting, allows Service FCW Warning the system to warn you of a possible collision with the If the system turns off, and the DID displays: vehicle in front of you when you are much closer. This •...
Page 184: Parksense® Sensors
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense® will retain the last system state (enabled or ParkSense® Warning Display disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is The ParkSense® Warning screen will only be displayed if changed to the ON/RUN position. Sound and Display is selected from the Uconnect®...
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 If an obstacle is detected in the center rear region, the display will show a single solid arc in the center rear region and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Slow Tone/Solid Arc Fast Tone/Flashing Arc...
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle: Continuous Tone/Flashing Arc...
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Rear Greater than 79-59 in 59-47 in 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than Distance 79 in (200 cm) (200-150 cm) (150-120 (120-100 (100-65 (65-30 cm) 12 in (in/cm) (30 cm) Audible None Single 1/2-...
Page 189: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® When the ParkSense® system is disabled, the Drivers Information Display (DID) will display ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled with the the “PARKSENSE OFF” message for approxi- ParkSense® switch, located on the switch panel below mately five seconds.
Page 190: Service The Parksense® Rear Park Assist System
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist If “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SEN- System SORS” appears in the Driver Information Display (DID), make sure the outer surface and the inside of the rear During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense® Rear Park fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt Assist System has detected a faulted condition, the or other obstruction, and then cycle the ignition.
Page 191: Parksense® System Usage Precautions
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 • ParkSense® will reduce the volume of the radio when ParkSense® System Usage Precautions it is sounding an audio tone. NOTE: • Clean the ParkSense® sensors regularly, taking care • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, not to scratch or damage them.
Page 192: Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to check • ParkSense® is only a parking aid and it is unable to for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles. or blind spots before backing up.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 “check entire surroundings” across the top of the screen. When the Vehicle is shifted out of Reverse (with camera After five seconds this note will disappear. delay turned OFF) the rear camera mode is exited and the last touchscreen appears again.
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView® should only Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera. Always be used as a parking aid. The ParkView® camera is check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to unable to view every obstacle or object in your check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob-...
Page 195: Overhead Console
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 OVERHEAD CONSOLE Courtesy/Reading Lights The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights At the forward end of the overhead console are two and sunglass storage. Universal Garage Door Opener courtesy/reading lights. (HomeLink®) button and a power sunroof switch may Press the lens to turn on the light.
Page 196: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery.
Page 197: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to program while keeping the HomeLink® indicator light in view. 3. Push and hold the HomeLink® button you want to program while you push and hold the hand-held transmitter button.
Page 199: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 there may be a light that blinks when the garage door Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button opener/device is in the LEARN/TRAIN mode. (Rolling Code) To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next follow these steps: step after the LEARN button has been pushed.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To program the two remaining HomeLink® buttons, 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to program repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT while keeping the HomeLink®...
Page 201: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 Canadian/Gate Operator Programming 3. Continue to push and hold the HomeLink® button, while you push and release (“cycle”) your hand-held For programming transmitters in Canada/United States transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink® has that require the transmitter signals to “time-out”...
Page 202: Using Homelink
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you unplugged the garage door opener/device for Using HomeLink® programming, plug it back in at this time. To operate, push and release the programmed HomeLink® button. Activation will now occur for the Reprogramming A Single HomeLink®...
Page 203: Troubleshooting Tips
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 Troubleshooting Tips WARNING! If you are having trouble programming HomeLink®, • Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a dan- here are some of the most common solutions: gerous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage •...
Page 204: General Information
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The power sunroof switch is located between the sun Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following visors on the overhead console.
Page 205: Opening Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the object, to project through the sunroof opening.
Page 206: Closing Sunroof - Express
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE movement. The sunroof and sunshade will remain in a Pinch Protect Feature partially opened condition until the switch is pushed and This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of held rearward again. the sunroof during Express Close operation.
Page 207: Sunshade Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 Sunshade Operation Sunroof Maintenance The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. the glass panel. NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is Ignition Off Operation open.
Page 208: Electrical Power Outlets
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS The front power outlet is located next to the storage area on the integrated center stack of the instrument panel. Your vehicle is equipped with two 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlets that can be used to power cellular phones, small electronics and other low powered electrical acces- sories.
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Power Outlet — Center Console Power Outlet Fuse Locations NOTE: All accessories connected to these powered out- 1 — #12 Fuse 20A Yellow Power Outlet Integrated Center Stack lets should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is 2 —...
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not touch with wet hands. • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 • Close the lid when not in use and while driving the Amps) at 12 Volts.
Page 211: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 CUPHOLDERS CAUTION! (Continued) Front Cupholders battery even more quickly. Only use these intermit- tently and with greater caution. The front cupholders are located in the center console. • After the use of high power draw accessories, or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the...
Page 212: Rear Cupholders
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cupholders STORAGE The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest Glove Compartment between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned The glove compartment is located on the passenger side forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide conve- of the instrument panel.
Page 213: Console Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 UCI supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod® and iPhone® devices. Refer to “Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) — If Equipped” in “Understanding Your Instru- ment Panel” for further information. Opened Glove Compartment Console Storage The center console has a storage compartment located underneath the armrest.
Page 214: Rear Window Features
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear WARNING! window defroster only when the engine is operating. Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- CAUTION! ment lid in the open position. Driving with the console compartment lid open may result in injury in Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to a collision.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..216 Uconnect® SETTINGS ....248 ▫ Buttons On The Faceplate....249 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —...
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Introducing Uconnect® ....326 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . .309 ▫ Get Started ......327 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS —...
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 ▫ Yelp® (8.4A/8.4AN)....338 ▫ Additional Information ....340 ▫...
Page 218: Instrument Panel Features
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlets 5 — Keyless Start/Stop Button 2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — Trunk Release Button 3 — Glove Box 7 — Headlight Switch 4 — Media Center...
Page 219: Instrument Cluster - Base
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE Instrument Cluster For 3.6L or 5.7L...
Page 220: Instrument Cluster - Premium
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM Instrument Cluster For 6.4L...
Page 221: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the MIL after 1. Tachometer engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the MIL The red segments indicate the maximum permissible stays on through several of your typical driving cycles.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Turn Signal Indicators WARNING! The arrow will flash with the exterior turn A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced signal when the turn signal lever is operated. above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal operating conditions.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, NOTE: U.S. Federal regulations require that upon trans- then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not fer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the pur- functioning and service is required.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 7. Gear Status Indicator — Automatic Transmission 9. Brake Warning Light Only This light monitors various brake functions, The Gear Status Indicator is self-contained within the including brake fluid level and parking brake instrument cluster. It displays the gear position of the application.
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp ON/RUN position.
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL on while driving, have the system inspected at an autho- 14. Park/Headlight ON Indicator rized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant This indicator will illuminate when the park Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your lights or headlights are turned on.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 17. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light CAUTION! Each tire, including the spare (if provided), Driving with a hot engine cooling system could should be checked monthly when cold and damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads inflated to the inflation pressure recommended “H,”...
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to...
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 19. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ CAUTION! (Continued) Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped sensor to become inoperable. After using an after- The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator market tire sealant it is recommended that you take Light”...
Page 230: Driver Information Display (Did)
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID) • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC The Driver Information Display (DID) features an inter- Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” will come active display which is located in the instrument cluster. on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 buttons located on the left side of the steering wheel. The The system allows the driver to select information by DID Menu Items consists of the following: pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel: •...
Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Up And Down Arrow Buttons: NOTE: • Holding the Up/Down or Left/Right arrow buttons Using the Up or Down arrows allows you to cycle through the Main Menu Items. will loop the user through the currently selected menu or options presented on the screen.
Page 233: Engine Oil Life Reset
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 • Within each submenu layer, the Up/Down arrows will chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil allow the user to select the item of interest. change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change •...
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE Use the steering wheel DID controls for the following START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the procedure(s): OFF/LOCK position. 1. Without pushing the brake pedal, place the ignition in NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine).
Page 235: Cruise Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you DID Yellow Telltales start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. tales.
Page 236: Did Red Telltales
234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Service Adaptive Cruise Control — If Equipped DID Red Telltales This area will show reconfigurable red caution telltales. This light will turn on when a ACC is not These telltales include: operating and needs service. Refer to “Adap- tive Cruise Control (ACC)”...
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 • Oil Pressure Warning Light NOTE: • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under light should turn on momentarily when the engine is these conditions there will be a substantial increase in started.
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging If the light remains lit with the engine running, your system. OBTAIN SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an au- vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho- thorized dealer. rized dealer for service as soon as possible.
Page 239: Did Selectable Menu Items
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 on while driving, have the system inspected at an autho- WARNING! rized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your If you continue operating the vehicle when the Vehicle”...
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Info Engine Torque Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until Engine Power the Vehicle Info menu is highlighted in the DID. Push and Performance Features release the RIGHT arrow buttons to enter the submenu items of Vehicle Info.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 Refer to “Driver Information Display (DID)” in “ Under- – Last standing Your Instrument Panel” for Main Menu/Sub- – Current Menu selectable items and navigation. – Reaction Timer The Performance Features include the following: • 1/4 Mile (400 meters) Timer •...
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL – Will list the last 5 lap with the best lap highlighted 0 to 100 mph (0 to 161 km/h) in green. When selected, this screen displays the time it takes for • Top Speed the vehicle to go from 0 to 100 mph (0 to 161 km/h) within 20 seconds.
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 • The feature will “ready” when the vehicle is at 0 mph • To clear the vehicle’s best 1/4 mile 400 meters) run, (0 km/h). The word “READY” will flash when condi- push and hold the OK button for two seconds. tions are met for the event to begin.
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Pushing and holding the OK button will clear the Lap Timer current and last run values. When selected, the Lap Timer page will show the timer always at 0:00.00 with the previous Best and Last time Current G-Force data (unless the driver has cleared it via hold to Reset).
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 1st (top) space on the Timer History page the current Top Speed time resets to 0:00.0 at every push of the OK button. When selected, this screen displays the Top Speed since • The timer will stop when the driver navigates away last reset: from this page.
Page 246: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) ON/ The ACC screen may display once again if any ACC OFF button (located on the steering wheel) until one of activity occurs, which may include any of the following: the following displays in the DID: •...
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 • Lower end of gauge will be displayed in an amber LaneSense — If Equipped color and turn green as Fuel Economy improves. The DID displays the current LaneSense system settings. • Hold OK to reset average fuel economy information. The information displayed depends on LaneSense sys- tem status and the conditions that need to be met.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio Diagnostics — If Equipped Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Audio Menu displays in the DID. the diagnostic Menu is selected. Then, the Driver is able to view engine and emission vehicle faults.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 • Driver exits when they cycle to another submenu (up Performance Shift Indicator (PSI) – If Equipped or down). The Performance Shift Indicator (PSI) is enabled on • Faults are displayed from newest to the oldest. vehicles with manual transmission, or when a vehicle with automatic transmission is in manual shift mode.
Page 250: Uconnect® Settings
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® SETTINGS The Uconnect® system uses a combination of buttons on the touchscreen and buttons on the faceplate located on the center of the instrument panel that allows you to access and change the customer programmable features. Uconnect®...
Page 251: Buttons On The Faceplate
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 Buttons On The Faceplate Buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect® system in the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right side. Turn the control knob to scroll through menus and change settings (i.e., 30, 60, 90), push the center of the control knob one or more times to select or change a setting (i.e., ON, OFF).
Page 252: Buttons On The Touchscreen
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons On The Touchscreen When making a selection, press the button on the touch- screen to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired mode, Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the select the preferred setting. Once the setting is complete, Uconnect®...
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 • Set Language Units After pressing the “Units” button on the touchscreen you When in this display, you may select one of multiple may select each unit of measure independently displayed languages (English/Français/Español) for all display no- in the Driver Information Display (DID), and navigation menclature, including the trip functions and the naviga- system (if equipped).
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Temperature release the “Brief” or “Long” button on the touchscreen. Press the back arrow/Done button on the touchscreen to Select from: “°C,” or “°F.” return to the previous menu. • Power • Show Command List Select from: “HP”...
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 select “AM” or “PM.” Press the back arrow/Done button Safety/Assistance on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. After pressing the “Safety/Assistance” button on the • Show Time Status touchscreen the following settings will be available: •...
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL For further information, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Con- in REVERSE and the vehicle speed is less than 11 mph (18 trol (ACC)” in “Understanding The Features Of Your km/h). It will provide an alert (audible and/or visual) to Vehicle.”...
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 arrow/Done button on the touchscreen to return to the NOTE: If your vehicle has experienced any damage in previous menu. ParkSense® will retain its last known the area where the sensor is located, even if the fascia is configuration state through ignition cycles.
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ParkView® Backup Camera Delay • Rain Sensing Auto Wipers When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera When this feature is selected, the system will automati- delay turned OFF), the rear camera mode is exited and cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture the navigation or audio screen appears again.
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 Lights press the “Illuminated Approach” button on the touch- screen and choose either “0,” “30,” “60,” or “90” buttons After pressing the “Lights” button on the touchscreen, on the touchscreen to select your desired time interval. the following settings will be available: Press the back arrow/Done button on the touchscreen to •...
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Auto Dim High Beams — If Equipped • Flash Lights With Lock When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights When this feature is selected, the exterior lights will flash will activate/deactivate automatically under certain con- when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote ditions.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 • Remote Door Unlock button on the touchscreen and select from “On” or “Off.” Press the back arrow/Done button on the touchscreen to This feature will allow you to program your remote door return to the previous menu. locks to open “All doors”...
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL grabbed. To make your selection, press the “Passive Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped Entry” button on the touchscreen and select from “On” or After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start” “Off.” Press the back arrow/Done button on the touch- button on the touchscreen the following settings will be screen to return to the previous menu.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 Engine Off Options 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. To change the After pressing the “Engine Off Options” button on the Engine Off Power Delay status press the “Engine Off touchscreen the following settings will be available.
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Perform Compass Calibration NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Lap- Press the “Calibration” button on the touchscreen to tops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass change this setting.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 • Surround Sound — If Equipped arrows to adjust, tap the “C” icon to readjust to the center. Press the back arrow/Done button on the touchscreen to This feature provides simulated surround sound mode. return to the previous menu. To make your selection, press the “Surround Sound”...
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the touchscreen, select “On” or “Off.” Press the back SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped arrow/Done button on the touchscreen to return to the After pressing the “SiriusXM Setup” button on the touch- previous menu. screen, the following settings will be available: Phone/Bluetooth®...
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 Press the “Subscription Info” button on the touchscreen sure you want to reset your settings to default?” select to access the Subscription Information screen. “Yes” to restore, or “Cancel” to exit. Press back arrow/ Done button to return to the previous menu. Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver.
Page 268: Customer Programmable Features
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect® When making a selection, press the button on the touch- 8.4 Settings screen to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired mode, press and release the preferred setting until a check-mark Press the “Apps,”...
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 • Display Brightness With Headlights OFF NOTE: When Day or Night is selected for the Display Mode, the usage of the Parade Mode feature will cause When in this display, you may select the brightness with the radio to activate the Display Brightness Day control the headlights off.
Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Language • Control Screen Time-Out — If Equipped When in this display, you may select one of multiple When this feature is selected, the Controls Screen will languages (English / Français / Español) for all display stay open for five seconds before the screen times out.
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 • Temperature Units After pressing the “Units” button on the touchscreen you Select from: “°C,” or “°F.” may select each unit of measure independently displayed • Power in the Driver Information Display (DID), and navigation system (if equipped).
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Length, press the “Brief” or “Detailed” button on the Clock touchscreen until a check-mark appears next to the After pressing the “Clock” button on the touchscreen the setting, showing that setting has been selected. Press the following settings will be available: back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the •...
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 • Set Time Minutes Status setting press the “Show Time in Status Bar” button on the touchscreen until a check-mark appears next to This feature will allow you to adjust the minutes. The setting, indicating that the setting has been selected. Press “Sync time with GPS”...
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the setting for more dynamic driving, select the Near had been selected. Press the back arrow button on the setting. This warns you of a possible collision when you touchscreen to return to the previous menu. For further are much closer to the vehicle in front of you.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 • ParkSense® The amount of directional torque the steering system can apply to the steering wheel to correct for vehicle lane The ParkSense® system will scan for objects behind the departure can be set at “Low,” “Medium” or “High.” vehicle when the transmission shift lever is in REVERSE For further information, refer to “Lane Departure Warn- and the vehicle speed is less than 11 mph (18 km/h).
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the setting had been selected. When this feature is selected, the exterior sideview Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return mirrors will tilt downward when the ignition is in the to the previous menu.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 When “Lights & Chime” mode is activated, the Blind display whenever the shift lever is put into REVERSE. Spot Monitor (BSM) will show a visual alert in the The image will be displayed on the radio touchscreen exterior mirrors as well as an audible alert when the turn display along with a caution note to “check entire sur- signal is on.
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Hill Start Assist — If Equipped 8 mph (12 km/h), the transmission is shifted into “PARK” or the ignition is switched to the OFF position. When this feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA) To set the ParkView®...
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 your desired time interval, and choose either 0 sec, 30 sec, turned off if they were turned on by this feature. To make 60 sec or 90 seconds. Press the back arrow button on the your selection, press the “Headlights With Wipers”...
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu, or push the back button When this feature is selected, the headlights will turn on on the faceplate.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 • Flash Lights With Lock setting, showing that setting has been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the When this feature is selected, the exterior lights will flash previous menu. when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote •...
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When All Doors is selected for 1st Press Of Key Fob (RKE) transmitter LOCK or UNLOCK buttons. To make Unlocks, all doors will unlock on the first press of the your selection, press the “Passive Entry” button on the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous turn ON. To make your selection, press the “Auto-On menu, or push the back button on the faceplate. Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start”...
Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Engine Off Power Delay select your desired time interval. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. When this feature is selected, the power window Audio switches, radio, Uconnect® Phone system (if equipped), DVD video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if After pressing the “Audio”...
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 • AUX Volume Offset — If Equipped the scale between the “+” and “–” buttons on the touchscreen. Press the back arrow button on the touch- This feature provides the ability to tune the audio level screen to return to the previous menu.
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Phone/Bluetooth® undesirable channels while scanning. To make your selec- tion, press the “Channel Skip” button on the touchscreen, After pressing the “Phone/Bluetooth®” button on the select the channels you would like to skip followed by touchscreen the following settings will be available: pressing the back arrow button on the touchscreen.
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 Restore Settings Clear Personal Data After pressing the “Restore Settings” button on the After pressing the “Clear Personal Data Settings” button touchscreen the following settings will be available: on the touchscreen the following settings will be avail- able: •...
Page 288: Performance Pages - If Equipped
286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL System Information WARNING! After pressing the “System Information” button on the Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor- touchscreen the following information will be available: mance Pages is intended for off-highway or off-road • System Information use only and should not be done on any public roadways.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 • Gauges 2 When Home is selected, the following options will be available: • G-Force • A series of six images which can be selected by the • Engine user. The following describes each feature and its operation: •...
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Timers When the Timers Page is selected you will be able to select from following “Tickets”: • Current Pressing the “Current” button displays a “real time” summary of performance timers. • Last Pressing the “Last” button displays the last recorded run of performance timers.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 • Save • With a USB jump drive installed, press the “USB” button to save to the jump drive. Pressing the “Save” button will let you save the last run. • With an SD Card installed, press the “SD Card” to save Any saved run over 10, will overwrite the last saved run for Uconnect®...
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 0-60 MPH (0-100 km/h) • Brake Distance Displays the time it takes for the vehicle to go from 0 to Displays the distance it takes the vehicle to make a full 60 mph (0 to 100 km/h). stop.
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 Gauges 1 When selected, this screen displays the following values: • Coolant Temperature Shows the actual coolant temperature. • Oil Pressure Shows the actual oil pressure. • Oil Temperature Shows the actual oil temperature. Performance Pages — Gauges 1...
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Gauges 2 Performance Pages — Gauges 2 (Manual Transmission) When selected, this screen displays the following values: Performance Pages — Gauges 2 (Automatic • Battery Voltage Transmission) Shows the actual battery voltage. • Intake Air Temperature Shows the actual intake air temperature.
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 • Transmission Temperature (Automatic Transmission When selected, this screen displays all four G-Force Only) values (two lateral and two longitudinal) as well as steering angle. Shows the actual transmission temperature. When G-Force is selected, the following features will be G-Force available: •...
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Vehicle Speed Engine Vehicle Speed measures the current speed of the vehicle in either mph or km/h, starting at 0 with no maximum value. • Steering Wheel Angle Steering Wheel Angle utilizes the steering angle sensor to measure the degree of the steering wheel relative to zero.
Page 297: Performance Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 • Instantaneous Horsepower/Kilowatts driving behavior desired. The Performance Control fea- ture is controlled through the Uconnect® radio and may Shows the instantaneous horsepower. be accessed by performing any of the following: • Instantaneous Torque • Pushing the Super Track Pack button on the instru- Shows the instantaneous torque.
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Launch Mode WARNING! Launch Mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be used on any public roadways. It is recommended that this feature be used in a controlled environment, and within the limits of the law.
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 quarter mile and zero to sixty times are desired. The Automatic Transmission — If Equipped system is not intended to compensate for lack of driver Launch Control is only available when the following experience or familiarity with the race track. Use of this procedure is followed: feature in low traction (cold, wet, gravel, etc.) conditions 1.
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The default RPM for launch control is a preset NOTE: Messages will appear in the Driver Information factory value. Optimal launch RPM will depend on the Display (DID) to inform the driver if one or more of the engine and tires on the vehicle, as well as the road and above conditions have not been met.
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 • The “ESC OFF” button is pressed to change the system NOTE: The default for launch control is 3000 RPM. to another mode if Launch Control is enabled. Optimal launch RPM will depend on the engine and tires on the vehicle, as well as road and weather conditions.
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. While holding the clutch depressed, rapidly apply the Launch Control will abort before launch completion and accelerator pedal to wide open throttle. The engine display “Launch Aborted” in the DID for any the follow- speed will hold at the RPM that was set in the “Launch ing conditions: RPM Set-up”...
Page 303 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 Drive Mode Set-Up Pressing the “Drive Mode Set-Up” button on the touch- screen within the Performance Control screen indicates the real-time status of the various systems. Pressing the “Sport Mode Set-Up” or “Default Mode Set-Up” buttons on the touchscreen, the driver can configure their indi- vidual drive modes and see how those configurations affect the performance of the vehicle.
Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Available Mode Configurations Transmission Engine Engine/Trans Steering Paddle Shifters Traction Control Auto Manual Refer to the Sport and Default modes for their detailed Default Mode operation. NOTE: These settings will remain in effect when using the Launch Control feature.
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 The vehicle will always start in Default Mode. This mode is for typical driving conditions. While in Default Mode, the Engine, Transmission and Traction will operate in their Normal settings and cannot be changed. The Steer- ing assist may be configured to Normal, Sport, or Com- fort by pressing the corresponding buttons on the touch- screen.
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Sport Mode Any of these four settings may be changed to the driver’s preferences by pressing the buttons on the touchscreen. Push the Sport button on the instrument panel switch bank to put the vehicle in Sport Mode and activate these settings.
Page 307 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 Possible Drive Mode configurations are listed below with Engine accompanying descriptions. The information contained in the list below can also be accessed from within the mode Set-Up menus. To access the information, press the “Info” button on the touchscreen from the mode Set-Up menu, and use the left/right arrows to toggle through available descriptions.
Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Normal • Sport Press the “Norm” button on the touchscreen for standard Press the “Sport” button on the touchscreen for improved throttle response for normal driving. throttle response and modified shifting for an enhanced driving experience.
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 • ON Paddle Shifters Press the “ON” button on the touchscreen to enable steering wheel Paddle Shifters. • OFF Press the “OFF” button on the touchscreen to disable steering wheel Paddle Shifters. Paddle Shifters...
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • SPORT Traction Press the “SPORT” button on the touchscreen to turn off traction control and reduce stability control. • NORMAL Press the “NORM” button on the touchscreen to provide full traction control and full stability control. Traction Control...
Page 311: Uconnect® Radios - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 • Normal Steering Press the “Norm” button on the touchscreen to provide greater steering feel, requiring greater steering effort. • Comfort Press the “Comf” button on the touchscreen to provide a balance of steering feel and steering effort. Uconnect®...
Page 312: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL may not fully support the iPod® control features. Please visit Apple’s website for software updates. For further information, refer to the Uconnect® User’s Manual. STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel.
Page 313: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 Pushing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available (AM/FM/AUX etc.). The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a push-button in the center. The function of the left-hand control is different depending on which mode you are in. The following describes the left-hand control operation in each mode.
Page 314: Media Mode
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Media Mode down or off during mobile phone operation when not using Uconnect® (if equipped). Pushing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the selected media (AUX, Bluetooth®, SD Card). Regulatory And Safety Information Pushing the bottom of the switch once will go to the USA/CANADA...
Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 wireless radios may be restricted in some situations or NOTE: environments, such as aboard airplanes. If you are unsure • This equipment has been tested and found to comply of restrictions, you are encouraged to ask for authorization with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to before turning on the wireless radio.
Page 316: Climate Controls
314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician General Overview for help. Buttons On The Faceplate CLIMATE CONTROLS The buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect® screen. The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather.
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 Buttons On The Touchscreen Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. Uconnect® 8.4 Automatic Temperature Controls — Buttons On The Touchscreen Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Buttons On The Faceplate And Buttons On The Touchscreen) Uconnect®...
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to 5. Front Defrost Button switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator Press and release to change the current airflow setting to will turn off. Defrost mode.
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 temperature settings or on the touchscreen, press and CAUTION! slide the temperature bar button towards the red arrow for warmer temperature settings. Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: NOTE: Pressing this button while in Sync mode will •...
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL when this feature is enabled. Sync is used to synchronize Button On The Touchscreen the passenger temperature setting with the driver tem- Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting perature setting. Changing the passenger temperature and the large blower icon to increase the blower setting.
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 • Bi-Level Mode 12. Climate Control OFF Button Air comes from the instrument panel outlets Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is ON/OFF. directed through the defrost and side window demis- 13.
Page 322: Climate Control Functions
320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 14. Driver Temperature Control Up Button (Uconnect® Climate Control Functions 8.4 Only) A/C (Air Conditioning) Provides the driver with independent temperature con- The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator trol. Push the button on the faceplate for warmer tem- to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning perature settings or on the touchscreen, press and slide system.
Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 • If your air conditioning performance seems lower than Recirculation expected, check the front of the A/C condenser (lo- cated in front of the radiator), for an accumulation of When outside air contains smoke, odors, or dirt or insects.
Page 324: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) NOTE: • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings. Automatic Operation The system automatically adjusts the temperature, 1. Push the AUTO button on the faceplate or press the mode, and blower speed to provide comfort as quickly “AUTO”...
Page 325: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by Summer Operation adjusting the blower control. The fan will now operate at The engine cooling system must be protected with a a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected. This high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corro- allows the front occupants to control the volume of air sion protection and to protect against engine overheating.
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL fresh air and high blower setting. This will ensure eliminate window fogging on the front windshield. adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility When this occurs, recirculation will be unavailable. of compressor damage when the system is started again. Outside Air Intake Window Fogging Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the...
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions...
Page 328: Uconnect® Voice Recognition Quick Tips
326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS Introducing Uconnect® Start using Uconnect® Voice Recognition with these helpful quick tips. It provides the key Voice Commands and tips you need to know to control your Uconnect® 5.0 or 8.4A/8.4AN system. Uconnect®...
Page 329: Get Started
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 Get Started All you need to control your Uconnect® system with your voice are the buttons on your steering wheel. 1. Visit UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instructions.
Page 330: Basic Voice Commands
328 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 331: Radio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 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 332: Media
330 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® Command must match exactly how the artist, album, and auxiliary ports (If Equipped).
Page 333: Phone
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 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 334: Voice Text Reply
332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Voice Text Reply PRE-DEFINED VOICE TEXT REPLY RESPONSES Uconnect® will announce incoming text messages. Push Okay. Where are you? I will be <num- the Phone button and say Listen. (Must have com- ber> minutes Are you there Call me.
Page 335: Climate (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 Climate (8.4A/8.4AN) Too hot? Too cold? Adjust vehicle temperatures hands- free and keep everyone comfortable while you keep moving ahead. (If vehicle is equipped with climate control.) Press the VR button . After the beep, say one of the following commands: •...
Page 336: Navigation (8.4A/8.4An)
334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Navigation (8.4A/8.4AN) TIP: To start a POI search, press 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 337: Uconnect® Access (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 Uconnect® Access (8.4A/8.4AN) Stolen Vehicle Assistance An included trial and/or subscription is required to take Remote Vehicle Start** advantage of the Uconnect® Access services in the next Remote Horn and Lights section of this guide. To register with Uconnect® Access, Yelp®...
Page 338: Register (8.4A/8.4An)
336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Register (8.4A/8.4AN) 5. Click on the link inside the email within 72 hours and complete the easy online registration process to create 1. Press the Apps button on the bottom of the 8.4-inch a personal Mopar® Owner Connect account linked to touchscreen.
Page 339: Mobile App (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 Mobile App (8.4A/8.4AN) Download the Uconnect® Access App to a compatible Apple® or Android® mobile devices. All you need to do Securely link your mobile device to your vehicle with the Uconnect® Access App. Once you have downloaded the App, you may start your vehicle or lock it from virtually 1.
Page 340: Voice Texting (8.4A/8.4An)
338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Messages are limited to 140 characters. Voice Texting (8.4A/8.4AN) • The Messaging button on the touchscreen must be 1. To send a message, push the Phone button . After the beep, say the following command: “Send mes- illuminated to use the feature.
Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 TIP: Once you perform a search, you can reorganize the SiriusXM Travel Link™ (8.4A/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™...
Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIP: Traffic alerts are not accessible with Voice Command. trademark of Google Inc. SiriusXM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. Yelp, Yelp logo, Yelp burst and related marks are registered trademarks of Yelp.
Page 343: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....346 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .353 ▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ..346 MANUAL TRANSMISSION —...
Page 344 342 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .359 ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ... . .373 ▫ Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission — If FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L/6.4L ENGINES Equipped ......360 ONLY —...
Page 345 STARTING AND OPERATING 343 ▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ▫ Tire Types ......405 ESC OFF Indicator Light .
Page 346 344 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ 3.6L Engine — If Equipped....422 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ... .430 ▫...
Page 347 STARTING AND OPERATING 345 ▫ Towing Requirements ....438 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) ....445 ▫...
Page 348: Starting Procedures
346 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if in a location accessible to children), and do not present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat leave the ignition (of a vehicle equipped with...
Page 349: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 347 Press the clutch pedal fully to the floor, and cycle the Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ignition switch to the START position and release when The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within 15 position before you can start the engine.
Page 350: Keyless Enter-N-Go
348 STARTING AND OPERATING Using Fob With Integrated Key (Tip Start) Keyless Enter-N-Go™ NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm This feature allows the driver to oper- engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the ate the ignition switch with the push accelerator pedal.
Page 351 STARTING AND OPERATING 349 3. The system takes over and attempts to start the 3. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will the engine starting, release the button. disengage automatically after 10 seconds.
Page 352 350 STARTING AND OPERATING position. If the shift lever is not in PARK and the 3. Place the shift lever in first gear or REVERSE and then ENGINE START/STOP button is pushed once, the apply the parking brake. Driver Information Display (DID) will display a “VE- NOTE: HICLE NOT IN PARK”...
Page 353: Extreme Cold Weather
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Functions — With Driver’s Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C) Foot OFF The Brake Pedal/Clutch Pedal (In PARK To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of Or NEUTRAL Position) an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
Page 354: After Starting
352 STARTING AND OPERATING disengage. Once this occurs, release the accelerator pedal WARNING! (Continued) and the brake pedal, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster the “Normal Starting” procedure. cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE battery or the battery in another vehicle.
Page 355: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 353 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits Six-Speed Manual Transmission quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a WARNING! grounded, three-wire extension cord.
Page 356: Shifting
354 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) Brake Control System/Hill Start Assist” in “Start- ing And Operating” for further information. • Failure to press the clutch pedal fully to the floor may cause increased shift efforts, and may result in damage to the clutch and transmission. •...
Page 357: Recommended Shift Speeds
STARTING AND OPERATING 355 to the transmission or clutch may occur if you do not CAUTION! fully press the clutch pedal and lift off of the accelerator pedal when shifting. Always make sure the vehicle comes to a complete stop before shifting into REVERSE. Failure to do so The six-speed manual transmission has a spring that may result in transmission damage.
Page 358 356 STARTING AND OPERATING MANUAL TRANSMISSION RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDS Axle Ratio 3.90 (km/h) (32) (59) (77) Earlier upshifts during cruise conditions (relatively LOCK position (OFF position for Keyless Enter-N-Go™). This is normal operation of the transmission reverse steady speeds) may result in increased fuel economy. inhibitor system.
Page 359: 1-4 Skip Shift
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 1–4 Skip Shift WARNING! There are times when you must shift the transmission Skipping more than one gear while downshifting, directly from first gear to fourth gear instead of from first could cause you to lose control of your vehicle. You gear to second gear.
Page 360: Automatic Transmission
358 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! (Continued) When the ignition is in the OFF position, the WARNING! transmission is locked in PARK, securing the ve- • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL hicle against unwanted movement. •...
Page 361: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 NOTE: You must press and hold the brake pedal while WARNING! (Continued) shifting out of PARK. • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or Key Ignition Park Interlock in a location accessible to children), and do not leave the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
Page 362: Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
360 STARTING AND OPERATING The brake pedal must also be pressed to shift from NEUTRAL into DRIVE or REVERSE when the vehicle is stopped or moving at low speeds. Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission — If Equipped The transmission gear range (PRNDM) is displayed both on the shift lever and in the Driver Information Display (DID).
Page 363 STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the NOTE: If the shift lever cannot be moved to the PARK, accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. REVERSE, or NEUTRAL position (when pushed for- Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when ward) it is probably in the MANUAL (AutoStick, +/-) shifting between these gears.
Page 364 362 STARTING AND OPERATING PARK (P) WARNING! This range supplements the parking brake by locking the • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. parking brake. Always apply the parking brake Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- motion.
Page 365 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure seriously or fatally injured. Children should be those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is or the shift lever.
Page 366 364 STARTING AND OPERATING The following indicators should be used to ensure that NEUTRAL (N) you have engaged the transmission into the PARK posi- Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged tion: periods with the engine running. Apply the parking •...
Page 367 STARTING AND OPERATING 365 Under these conditions, using a lower gear will improve CAUTION! (Continued) performance and extend transmission life by reducing severe transmission damage. Refer to “Recreational excessive shifting and heat buildup. Towing” in “Starting And Operating” and “Towing A During extremely cold temperatures (-22°F [-30°C] or Disabled Vehicle”...
Page 368 366 STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission Limp Home Mode NOTE: In cases where the instrument cluster message indicates the transmission may not re-engage after en- Transmission function is monitored electronically for gine shutdown, perform this procedure only in a desired abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could location (preferably, at your authorized dealer).
Page 369: Autostick
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- Operation mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your When the shift lever is in the DRIVE (D) position, the earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has transmission will operate automatically, shifting between diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could the eight available gears.
Page 370 368 STARTING AND OPERATING • In temporary AutoStick mode (shift lever in DRIVE), NOTE: Tapping one of the steering wheel-mounted shift paddles (+/-), if equipped, while the shift lever is in the transmission will automatically shift up when DRIVE, will activate a temporary AutoStick mode. Tap- maximum engine speed is reached.
Page 371 STARTING AND OPERATING 369 • The transmission will automatically downshift to first • Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when gear when coming to a stop. After a stop, the driver AutoStick is engaged. should manually upshift (+) the transmission as the •...
Page 372: Sport Mode - Without Performance Control
370 STARTING AND OPERATING SPORT MODE — WITHOUT PERFORMANCE DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES CONTROL Acceleration Your vehicle is equipped with a Sport Mode feature. This Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- mode is a configuration set up for typical enthusiast pery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull driving.
Page 373: Traction
STARTING AND OPERATING 371 Traction Your vehicle may be equipped with a Limited Slip Differential (LSD) that reduces, but does not eliminate, When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a the amount of wheel slip across a given axle for im- wedge of water to build up between the tire and road proved handling.
Page 374: Shallow Standing Water
372 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) distances. Therefore, after driving through stand- carry your vehicle away swiftly. Failure to follow this ing water, drive slowly and lightly press on the warning may result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
Page 375: Electric Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 373 ELECTRIC POWER STEERING CAUTION! (Continued) The electric power steering system will give you good • Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability through standing water. This will minimize wave in tight spaces.
Page 376: Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L/6.4L Engines Only - If Equipped
374 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: WARNING! • Even if the power steering assistance is no longer Continued operation with reduced assist could pose operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be Under these conditions there will be a substantial obtained as soon as possible.
Page 377: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 375 • This light only shows that the parking brake is ap- PARKING BRAKE plied. It does not show the degree of brake application. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the shift lever in the When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front PARK or REVERSE (manual transmission only) position.
Page 378: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
376 STARTING AND OPERATING Manual Transmission — If Equipped Automatic Transmission — If Equipped The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower lower left corner of the instrument panel. To release the left corner of the instrument panel.
Page 379 STARTING AND OPERATING 377 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the mode. A child could operate power windows, other parking brake. Always apply the parking brake controls, or move the vehicle.
Page 380: Brake System
378 STARTING AND OPERATING OFF) the brakes will still function. The effort required to CAUTION! (Continued) brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an with the power system operating. authorized dealer immediately.
Page 381: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 379 System), and the ESC (Electronic Stability Control). These related motor noises. These noises are the system per- systems work together to enhance both vehicle stability forming its self check cycle to ensure that the ABS system and control in various driving conditions.
Page 382 380 STARTING AND OPERATING These are all normal characteristics of ABS. WARNING! (Continued) • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent WARNING! the natural laws of physics from acting on the • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains so- vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering phisticated electronic equipment that may be sus- efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of ceptible to interference caused by improperly in-...
Page 383: Traction Control System (Tcs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 381 Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light If both the “Brake Warning Light” and the “ABS Warning Light” remain on, the ABS and EBD systems are not functioning. Immediate repair to the ABS system is The “Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning required.
Page 384: Brake Assist System (Bas)
382 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake Assist System (BAS) WARNING! (Continued) This system complements the ABS by optimizing the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. The vehicle braking capability during emergency braking BAS cannot prevent collisions, including those result- maneuvers. This system detects an emergency braking ing from excessive speed in turns, driving on very situation by sensing the rate and amount of brake appli- slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning.
Page 385 STARTING AND OPERATING 383 system will release brake pressure in proportion to WARNING! amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in the intended direction of travel. There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system HSA Activation Criteria will not activate and slight rolling may occur.
Page 386: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
384 STARTING AND OPERATING • Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than Electronic Stability Control (ESC) appropriate for the steering wheel position. This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. The ESC WARNING! corrects for oversteering and understeering the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel.
Page 387 STARTING AND OPERATING 385 ESC Operating Modes radio. To enter the “Partial Off” mode, momentarily push the “ESC Off” switch and the “ESC Off Indicator Light” The ESC system has two or three available operating modes: will illuminate. To turn the ESC ON again, momentarily ESC On push the “ESC Off”...
Page 388 386 STARTING AND OPERATING Instrument Panel” for further information. To turn ESC WARNING! (Continued) ON again, momentarily push the “ESC Off” switch. the TCS section, has been disabled and the “ESC Off NOTE: The “ESC off” message will display and the Indicator Light”...
Page 389: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 387 NOTE: When the ESC is switched OFF, a feature of the running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator system remains active. This feature controls wheel spin Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential. malfunction has been detected in the ESC system.
Page 390: Synchronizing Esc
388 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Synchronizing ESC • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC If the power supply is interrupted (battery Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on mo- disconnected discharged), “ESC mentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to the Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 391: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 389 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 392 390 STARTING AND OPERATING • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into into the sidewall.
Page 393 STARTING AND OPERATING 391 EXAMPLE: 65, 85, 80 = Aspect ratio in percent (%) – Ratio of section height to section width of tire, or 10.5 = Section width in inches (in) R = Construction code – R means radial construction, or –...
Page 394 392 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: H = Speed Symbol – A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions – The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions, and posted speed limits) Load Identification:...
Page 395: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 396: Tire Terminology And Definitions
394 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) – 01 means the year 2001 – Prior to July 2000, tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured.
Page 397 STARTING AND OPERATING 395 Term Definition Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire. The maximum inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall. Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation pressure Pressure as shown on the tire placard.
Page 398: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
396 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Example Tire Placard Location (B-Pillar) Example Tire Placard Location (Door)
Page 399 STARTING AND OPERATING 397 Tire And Loading Information Placard 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading...
Page 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING To determine the maximum loading conditions of your 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or “XXX”...
Page 401 STARTING AND OPERATING 399 • For the following example, the combined weight of NOTE: occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your (392 kg). trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. The follow- ing table shows examples on how to calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and num-...
Page 402 400 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 403: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 401 • Ride Comfort WARNING! Safety Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and WARNING! increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 404 402 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Economy WARNING! (Continued) Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle resulting in higher fuel consumption. to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
Page 405: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 403 Tire Inflation Pressures Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always “cold tire inflation pressure”. Cold tire inflation pressure The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side door.
Page 406: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
404 STARTING AND OPERATING inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), WARNING! which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition. High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous. The added strain on your Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) tires could cause them to fail.
Page 407: Tire Types
STARTING AND OPERATING 405 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 408 406 STARTING AND OPERATING Summer tires do not contain the all season designation or Snow Tires mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires Summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may during the Winter.
Page 409: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 407 While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid See the tire pressure monitoring section for more infor- and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be mation. poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- Spare Tires —...
Page 410 408 STARTING AND OPERATING equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equip- of your vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled rotation for your vehicle.
Page 411 STARTING AND OPERATING 409 Full Size Spare — If Equipped your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. first opportunity. This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Page 412: Tire Spinning
410 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or to help you in determining when your tires should be for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- replaced.
Page 413: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 411 • Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth higher, and Summer tires typically have a reduced becomes a 1/16 of an inch (2 mm).
Page 414: Replacement Tires
412 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Tires It is recommended you contact your authorized tire dealer or original equipment dealer with any questions The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many you may have on tire specifications or capability. Failure characteristics.
Page 415: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
STARTING AND OPERATING 413 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) WARNING! (Continued) Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard capacity, other than what was originally equipped against damage.
Page 416: Tire Rotation Recommendations
414 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the tions on the method of installation, operating following precautions: speed, and conditions for use. Always use the •...
Page 417 STARTING AND OPERATING 415 tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth, quiet ride. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being performed.
Page 418: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
416 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the limit for any reason, including low temperature effects driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- and natural pressure loss through the tire.
Page 419 STARTING AND OPERATING 417 For example, your vehicle may have a recommended CAUTION! (Continued) cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure warning have been established for the tire size of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F equipped on your vehicle.
Page 420: Premium System
418 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care the tire. and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition.
Page 421 STARTING AND OPERATING 419 • Four TPM sensors, • Various TPMS messages, which display in the Driver Information Display (DID), and • TPM Telltale Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The “TPM Telltale Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires.
Page 422 420 STARTING AND OPERATING the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure infla- If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, tion value as shown in the Inflate Tire to XX message. providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault Once the system receives the updated tire pressures, the no longer exists, the “TPM Telltale Light”...
Page 423 STARTING AND OPERATING 421 The DID will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM sound. In addition, the graphic in the DID will still message for a minimum of five seconds when a system display the low pressure values in a different color and fault related to an incorrect sensor location fault is the Inflate Tire to XX message.
Page 424: General Information
422 STARTING AND OPERATING “TPM Telltale Light” will turn OFF and the graphic in The TPM sensors are regulated under one of the follow- the DID will display a new pressure value instead of ing licenses: dashes (- -), as long as no tire pressure is below the United States MRXSSW4 low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active...
Page 425: L Engine (With Automatic Transmission)
STARTING AND OPERATING 423 While operating on gasoline with an octane number of as specified by the (R+M)/2 method. The use of 89 octane 87, hearing a light knocking sound from the engine is not “Plus” gasoline is recommended for optimum perfor- a cause for concern.
Page 426: L Engine (With Manual Transmission)
424 STARTING AND OPERATING 5.7L Engine (With Manual Transmission) Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experience these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before consid- This engine is designed to meet all emission ering service for the vehicle.
Page 427: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 425 octane number can cause engine failure and may void or Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends not be covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE.
Page 428: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
426 STARTING AND OPERATING Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline or E-85 MMT In Gasoline ethanol blends are not the responsibility of the manufac- Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) turer. While MTBE is an oxygenate made from methanol, it is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is does not have the negative effects of methanol.
Page 429: Fuel System Cautions
STARTING AND OPERATING 427 conditions and they would result in additional cost. CAUTION! (Continued) Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the or malfunctioning and may require immediate ser- fuel. vice. Contact your authorized dealer for service Fuel System Cautions assistance.
Page 430: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
428 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- WARNING! tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon conditions repaired promptly.
Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap. • A poorly fitting fuel filler cap could let impurities into the fuel system. •...
Page 432: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
430 STARTING AND OPERATING Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message WARNING! (Continued) If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a running.
Page 433: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 431 • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear VEHICLE LOADING • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on the “Vehicle Certification Label”. This information • Type of Vehicle should be used for passenger and luggage loading as •...
Page 434: Overloading
432 STARTING AND OPERATING Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle WARNING! separately. It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and rear axles. Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and or rear GAWR.
Page 435: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 433 NOTE: Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) to the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. and GAWRs. This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight.
Page 436 434 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) Tongue Weight (TW) The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the and trailer when weighed in combination. hitch ball by the trailer. The recommended tongue weight is 10% to 15% of the vehicle’s GTW for a conventional Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) hitch.
Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC) steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and attempt to eliminate the trailer sway.
Page 438: Trailer Hitch Classification
436 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max.
Page 439: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 437 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Max. GTW (Gross Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. Tongue Wt. Trailer Wt.) 3.6L Automatic 12 sq ft (1.11 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) 5.7L Automatic...
Page 440: Towing Requirements
438 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the “Tire And Loading Information”...
Page 441 STARTING AND OPERATING 439 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) overload your vehicle or trailer.
Page 442 440 STARTING AND OPERATING • Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe WARNING! (Continued) and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to • Total weight must be distributed between the tow “Tires – General Information” in “Starting And Oper- vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ating”...
Page 443 STARTING AND OPERATING 441 Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes WARNING! • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy- vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys- This could cause inadequate braking and possible tem and cause it to fail.
Page 444 442 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven- pin wiring harness.
Page 445: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 443 Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing up the trailer in an area located away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission — If Equipped The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing.
Page 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING • To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as neces- • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. sary to avoid extended driving at high RPM. Return to •...
Page 447: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 445 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Wheels OFF The Towing Condition Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Ground Flat Tow None NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Rear NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED On Trailer...
Page 448 446 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission — If Equipped Manual Transmission — If Equipped Recreational towing (with rear wheels on the ground) is Recreational towing (with rear wheels on the ground) is NOT ALLOWED. The only acceptable method for tow- NOT ALLOWED.
Page 449 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...449 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..462 ▫ Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage ..463 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 450 448 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ▫ Automatic Transmission ....482 MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION ..... . .478 ▫...
Page 451: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 449 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel, below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. •...
Page 452: Tire Service Kit - If Equipped
450 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! Small punctures up to ¼” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be Driving with a hot cooling system could damage sealed with Tire Service Kit. Foreign objects (e.g., screws your vehicle.
Page 453: Tire Service Kit Storage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 451 Tire Service Kit Storage Tire Service Kit Components And Operation The Tire Service Kit is located in the trunk. Tire Service Kit Components 1 — Sealant Bottle 5 — Mode Select Knob 2 — Deflation Button 6 —...
Page 454: Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions
452 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Using The Deflation Button Your Tire Service Kit is equipped with the following Push the Deflation Button (2) to reduce the air symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. pressure in the tire if it becomes over-inflated.
Page 455 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 453 from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded. • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the Tire Service Kit.
Page 456 454 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the heat source. vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the •...
Page 457: Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 455 on the ground. This will provide the best positioning WARNING! (Continued) of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated • Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In tire and running the air pump. Move the vehicle as case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a phy- necessary to place the valve stem in this position sician immediately.
Page 458 456 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the tire. valve stem.
Page 459 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 457 NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air pressure within 15 minutes: Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
Page 460 458 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES hose, and place the Tire Service Kit in the vehicle storage WARNING! location. Quickly proceed to (D) “Drive Vehicle.” Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair. CAUTION! Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using Tire Service Kit.
Page 461 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 459 3. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in color) and 2. Disconnect the Tire Service Kit from the valve stem, screw the fitting at the end of hose (7) onto the valve reinstall the cap on the valve stem and unplug from 12 stem.
Page 462: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
460 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement: 6. Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) and return the hose to its 1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) (clear in color). storage area (located on the bottom of the air pump).
Page 463: Torque Specifications
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 461 Torque Specifications Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles. Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/ Lug Nut/ Bolt Size Bolt Socket Size 130 Ft-Lbs (176 N·m) M14 x 1.50 22 mm **Use only your Authorized Dealer recommended lug...
Page 464: Jacking And Tire Changing
462 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each WARNING! nut/bolt has been tightened twice. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated been lowered.
Page 465: Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 463 1. Open the trunk. WARNING! (Continued) 2. Lift the access cover using the pull strap. under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift.
Page 466 464 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Fastener Jack Fastener 4. Remove the spare tire. 6. Remove the jack and lug wrench assembly from under the spare tire. Turn the jack screw to the left to loosen 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack. the lug wrench, and remove the wrench from the jack assembly.
Page 467: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 465 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. WARNING! 3. Set the parking brake. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or 4. Place the shift lever into PARK (automatic transmis- hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- sion) or 1st gear (manual transmission).
Page 468: Jacking And Changing A Tire
466 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking And Changing A Tire WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a...
Page 469 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 467 Jack Engagement Locations 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and lug wrench. Jack Warning Label 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center CAUTION! cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle.
Page 470 468 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES the flat tire. Turn the lug nuts counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 4. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange.
Page 471 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 469 WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts and tire. Rear Jacking Location 5.
Page 472 470 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 7. Mount the spare tire. CAUTION! Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly. Mounting Spare Tire...
Page 473 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 471 NOTE: 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. 10.
Page 474: Road Tire Installation
472 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Road Tire Installation 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. seated against the wheel.
Page 475: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 473 CAUTION! (Continued) than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Preparations For Jump-Start The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk.
Page 476: Jump-Starting Procedure
474 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
Page 477 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 475 CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) post damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark or the discharged vehicle.
Page 478: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
476 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper CAUTION! (Continued) cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery. the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to 3. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from from the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
Page 479 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 477 NOTE: For vehicles with automatic transmission: Shifts NOTE: Press the ESC Off switch to place the Electronic between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be achieved at Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Off mode wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or less.
Page 480: Manual Park Release - 8 Speed
478 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Release. Activating the Manual Park Release will Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- allow your vehicle to roll away if it is not secured by ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or the parking brake or by proper connection to a tow even failure, of the axle and tires.
Page 481 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 479 Console Storage Bin Locking Tab 3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, fish the 5. While holding the locking tab in the disengaged tether strap up through the opening in the console position, pull the tether strap to rotate the lever up and base.
Page 482 480 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Rotate the Manual Park Release lever forward and down, to its original position, until the locking tab snaps into place to secure the lever. 3. Pull up gently on the tether strap to confirm that the lever is locked in its stowed position.
Page 483: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 481 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. Towing Condition Wheels OFF The AUTOMATIC TRANS- MANUAL TRANSMIS- Ground MISSION SION Flat Tow NONE If transmission is If transmission is operable: operable:...
Page 484: Automatic Transmission
482 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! (Continued) damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other Damage to your vehicle may occur from improper equipment designed for this purpose, following equip- towing.
Page 485: Manual Transmission
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 483 If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- be towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 30 sion is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all miles (48 km), then the only acceptable method of four wheels on the ground) under the following condi- towing is with a flatbed truck.
Page 487 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil ......495 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..488 ▫...
Page 488 486 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Brake System ......516 BULB REPLACEMENT ....546 ▫...
Page 489 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 487 ▫ Chassis ......553 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS ......550 ▫...
Page 490: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
488 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 8 — Engine Oil Fill 3 —...
Page 491: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 489 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 7 — Engine Oil Fill 2 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 5 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 —...
Page 492: Engine Compartment - 6.4L (392 Hemi)
490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L (392 HEMI) 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 6 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 2 — Remote Jump Start (Negative Battery Post) 7— Engine Coolant Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 8 —...
Page 493: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 491 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 494: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
492 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE turn off the message. If the problem continues, the serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Page 495: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system to update. A recheck with the above test routine happen: may then indicate that the system is now ready. • The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal...
Page 496: Dealer Service
494 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
Page 497: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 495 regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to CAUTION! (Continued) check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids fully warmed engine is shut off. that protect the performance and durability of your Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter-...
Page 498 496 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to Change Engine Oil — 3.6L and 5.7L Engine check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is fully warmed engine is shut off.
Page 499 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 497 Engine Oil Selection — 3.6L and 5.7L Engine CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection under all Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 500 498 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: MOPAR® SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to CAUTION! Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®, Shell Helix® or equivalent may be used when SAE 5W-20 Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the engine oil meeting MS-6395 is not available.
Page 501 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 499 NOTE: Vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine must use Materials Added To Engine Oil SAE 5W-20 oil. Failure to do so may result in improper The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- operation of the Fuel Saver Technology. Refer to “Fuel dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to Saver Technology –...
Page 502: Engine Oil Filter
500 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE station or governmental agency for advice on how and WARNING! where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area. The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine Engine Oil Filter backfire.
Page 503: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501 Maintenance-Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- tenance required. NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump-starting.
Page 504 502 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid • It is essential when replacing the cables on the splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme- battery that the positive cable is attached to the diately with large amounts of water.
Page 505: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 503 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) For best possible performance, your air conditioner • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal at the start of each warm season.
Page 506 504 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- A/C Air Filter ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under the hood, service be performed by authorized dealer or other behind a removable panel in the cowl on the passenger service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
Page 507 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 505 Access Door Filter Access Cover 2. Unsnap both ends and lift the filter access cover. 3. Remove the used filter. 4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the vehicle (text and arrows on the filter will indicate this).
Page 508: Body Lubrication
506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as MOPAR®...
Page 509: Windshield Wiper Blades
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 507 Windshield Wiper Blades Adding Washer Fluid Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 510: Exhaust System
508 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gallon (4 liters) of have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- washer fluid when the message “Low Washer Fluid” haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- appears in the Driver Information Display (DID).
Page 511 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 509 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park In the event of engine malfunction, particularly over materials that can burn. Such materials might involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of be grass or leaves coming into contact with your performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Page 512: Cooling System
510 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning NOTE: Your vehicles exhaust system may be equipped engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe with an Electronic Exhaust Valve (EEV) system, if the and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop exhaust system is replaced with aftermarket products a the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Page 513 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 511 With the engine at normal operating temperature (but WARNING! (Continued) not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for do not open the hood until the radiator has had proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of time to cool.
Page 514 512 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection Of Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032), by an au- “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. thorized dealer as soon as possible. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine CAUTION! coolant (antifreeze) products.
Page 515 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 513 • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- (240,000 km) before replacement. To prevent reducing this extended maintenance period, it is important that you use ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conforming to (antifreeze) solution.
Page 516 514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency, WARNING! (Continued) have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) as soon as cap to cool an overheated engine.
Page 517 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 515 puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek Points To Remember emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ spills immediately. kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming Coolant Level from the front of the engine compartment.
Page 518: Brake System
516 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are Brake System required, the cooling system should be pressure tested In order to assure brake system performance, all brake for leaks. system components should be inspected periodically. • Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 519 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 517 Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per- WARNING! forming underhood services. • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine the cap.
Page 520: Clutch Hydraulic System - Manual
518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Clutch Hydraulic System — Manual Transmission WARNING! (Continued) (If Equipped) cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro- The clutch hydraulic system is fed by a segregated longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. volume of fluid within the brake system master cylinder This could result in a collision.
Page 521: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 519 Automatic Transmission — If Equipped CAUTION! Selection Of Lubricant Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use in transmission shift quality and/or damage to the only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid.
Page 522 520 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- Genuine Parts” in this section for fluid specifica- nents.
Page 523: Rear Axle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 521 Rear Axle CAUTION! Fluid Level Check If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- Checking the fluid level while the vehicle is on level rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam- ground and has been stationary for 15 minutes will age may occur.
Page 524: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
522 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage.
Page 525 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 523 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- Special Care lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR® Super Kleen Bug • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and Tar Remover to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 526 524 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, control dust on dirt roads. Use a soft cloth or sponge and de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well mild soap to wipe away promptly. Do not use harsh packaged and sealed.
Page 527 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 525 When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including exces- NOTE: If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for sive brake dust, care must be taken in the selection of tire an extended period after cleaning the wheels with wheel and wheel cleaning chemicals and equipment to prevent cleaner, drive your vehicle for a few minutes before doing damage to the wheels.
Page 528 526 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Interior Care Equipped Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- carpeting. ner: Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. •...
Page 529 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 527 WARNING! CAUTION! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton Many are potentially flammable, and if used in based cleaning products to clean leather seats, as closed areas they may cause respiratory harm. damage to the seat may result.
Page 530 528 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Glass Surfaces 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp with MOPAR®...
Page 531: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529 FUSES WARNING! WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap- periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. propriate replacement fuse with the same amp Damaged parts must be replaced immediately.
Page 532: Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
530 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air bag system, braking system), power unit systems (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system blows, contact an authorized dealer. Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses) The Front Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment.
Page 533 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 531 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may allow water to get into the power distribution result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If center and possibly result in an electrical system a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates failure.
Page 534 532 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – – Fuse – Spare 20 Amp Blue – Police Ignition Run / ACC # 2 – 20 Amp Yellow All-Wheel Drive Module – If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Security – If Equipped / Under hood Lamp –...
Page 535 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 533 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink – Headlamp Washers – If Equipped / Police Feed 40 Amp Green / 20 – Engine Cooling Pump (6.2L Supercharged) Amp Blue – Police / Police Bat Feed # 3 – If Equipped 20 Amp Blue –...
Page 536 534 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Anti-Lock Brake Module – 10 Amp Red Engine Controller/Rad Fan Relays – If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Airbag Module – 10 Amp Red Power Steering Module/AC Clutch Relay –...
Page 537: Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 535 Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses) There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays. Rear Power Distribution Center CAUTION! • When installing the power distribution center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly Opening The Access Cover positioned and fully latched.
Page 538 536 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may allow water to get into the power distribution result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If center and possibly result in an electrical system failure.
Page 539 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 537 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink — Interior Lighting 40 Amp Green — Power Locks 30 Amp Pink — Driver Door Control Module 30 Amp Pink — Passenger Door Control Module — 20 Amp Yellow Dual USB Center Console Rear/Cigar Lighter IP –...
Page 540 538 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — — Fuse — Spare — — Fuse — Spare 30 Amp Pink (6.2L Super- — Fuel Pump (6.2L Super- charged) charged) 25 Amp Clear (LD STD) Fuel Pump (LD STD) —...
Page 541 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 539 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 15 Amp Blue – LD/LX Transmission / Electronic 25 Amp Clear – LA Shift Module (LD/LX) 30 Amp Green – LA 6.2L Fuel Pump (LA) Supercharged Fuel Pump (LA 6.2L Su- percharged) —...
Page 542 540 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 15 Amp Blue Electronic Exhaust Valve – If Equipped — 20 Amp Yellow Radio — 15 Amp Blue – LD/LX Console Power Outlet/ 20 Amp Yellow – LA Console Media Hub (LD/ Power Outlet Inside Arm Rest/Console Media Hub (LA)
Page 543 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 541 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 15 Amp Blue Cluster / Rearview Mir- ror / Compass(LDLX)/ Humidity Sensor — — Fuse — Spare — 10 Amp Red Adaptive Front Lighting / Auto High BEAM / Day Time Running Lamps- If Equipped —...
Page 544 542 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 10 Amp Red HVAC Module/In Car Temperature Sensor — 10 Amp Red Airbag Module (LA) — — Fuse — Spare — — Fuse — Spare — — Fuse — Spare —...
Page 545: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 543 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 10 Amp Red Airbag Module — — Fuse — Spare — 10 Amp Red Rain and Light Sensor/ Sunroof — 10 Amp Red Dual USB Power Outlet – R/A Sense (LD/LX) Rear Sunshade (LD/LX) —...
Page 546: Replacement Bulbs
544 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for replacement. Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp Overhead Console Reading Lamps Visor Vanity Lamps A6220...
Page 547 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 545 Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Headlamp – High Intensity Discharge (HID) D3S (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) * Halogen Headlamp HIR2LL Front Park/Turn Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Front Fog Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Front Side Marker LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Tail Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Page 548: Bulb Replacement
546 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT 4. Turn the headlamp access cap counterclockwise to remove. NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric 5. Remove bulb by turning it counter clockwise and conditions change to allow the condensation to change disconnect.
Page 549: Intensity Discharge (Hid) Headlamps - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 547 3. Remove one fastener on the lower air box to remove Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, and and access the rear of the headlamp assembly. Park/Turn Lamp — Models with High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlamps — If Equipped 4.
Page 550: Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp
548 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps, Center Tail/Backup Lamp when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to The Center Tail/Backup Lamp use LED lamps that are the lamps. This diminishes and becomes more white after not serviceable separately.
Page 551: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 549 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) All Engines 18.5 Gallons 70 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.6 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters 5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters 6.4 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40, Synthetic API Certified) 7 Quarts...
Page 552 550 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 (Organic Additive Technol- ogy). Engine Oil – 3.6L & 5.7L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, and Shell Helix®.
Page 553 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 551 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Oil – 6.4L Engine For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recom- mends full synthetic engine oils. The manufacturer recommends the use of Pennzoil UltraTM 0W-40 or equivalent MOPAR®...
Page 554 552 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Page 555 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 553 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Manual Transmission – If We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Equipped Fluid. 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – Use only MOPAR® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid, If Equipped or equivalent.
Page 557: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — 6.4L ..563 3.6L AND 5.7L ......556 ▫...
Page 558: L And 5.7L
556 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — 3.6L AND 5.7L The message “Oil Change Required” will be displayed in the DID and a single chime will sound, indicating that an Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change oil change is necessary. indicator system.
Page 559 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 557 Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil • Check engine oil level Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter • Check windshield washer fluid level • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular •...
Page 560: Maintenance Chart - 3.6L And 5.7L
558 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart — 3.6L And 5.7L Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals and replace if necessary. Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the manual transmission fluid (if equipped), add as neces- sary.
Page 561 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 559 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary. Adjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin/air conditioning filter.
Page 562 560 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Replace spark plugs (5.7L en- gine). ** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Page 563 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 561 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change the manual transmission fluid (if equipped) if using your vehicle for any of the following: Most of your driving is at sus- tained speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C), driving in dusty conditions, or stop and go driving.
Page 564 562 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, WARNING! (Continued) yearly intervals do not apply. you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- WARNING! chanic.
Page 565: Maintenance Schedule - 6.4L
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 563 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — 6.4L Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser- The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this vice is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle manual must be done at the times or mileages specified serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best (805 km).
Page 566 564 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a as required. scheduled oil change is performed by someone other •...
Page 567: Maintenance Chart - 6.4L
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 565 Maintenance Chart — 6.4L Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of ir- regular wear, even if it occurs before...
Page 568 566 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: If using your ve- hicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; re- place if necessary.
Page 569 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 567 Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Inspect the brake lin- ings; re- place if necessary. Inspect the CV joints. Inspect the exhaust system.
Page 570 568 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. Change the manual transmis- sion fluid equipped).
Page 571 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 569 Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Inspect the manual transmis- sion fluid equipped), add as necessary.
Page 572 570 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. Inspect the rear axle fluid.
Page 573 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 571 Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Inspect front sus- pension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, im- proper looseness or end play;...
Page 574 572 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the air condition- ing filter. Inspect and re- place the PCV Valve if neces- sary...
Page 575 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 573 Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Replace the spark plugs – 6.4L En- gine ** Flush and replace the engine cool- ant at 120 months if not done at 150,000 miles (240,000...
Page 576 574 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. 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 577: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .577 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
Page 578 576 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .583 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....583 ▫...
Page 579: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 577 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 580: Fca Us Llc Customer Center
578 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 581: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 579 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 582: Warranty Information
580 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 583: Mopar® Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 581 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 584: Publication Order Forms
582 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 585 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 583 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 586 584 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre- WARNING! sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not WARNING! include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or...
Page 587 INDEX 585 INDEX...
Page 588 586 INDEX About Your Brakes .....375, 378 Side Air Bags ......56 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 589 INDEX 587 Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ....7 Special Additives ..... . .520 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).
Page 590 588 INDEX Anti-Lock (ABS) ......379 Car Washes ......522 Fluid Check .
Page 591 INDEX 589 Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Coolant Level ..... . .511, 515 Belt ........81 Disposal of Used Coolant .
Page 592 590 INDEX Deck Lid, Power Release .....38 Driver Information Display Defroster, Rear Window.....212 DID .
Page 593 INDEX 591 Towing ......481 Oil Filler Cap ..... . .498, 499 Emergency Trunk Release .
Page 594 592 INDEX Filler Location Fuel ......428 Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...550 Filters Fog Lights .
Page 595 INDEX 593 Fueling ....... .428 GVWR ....... . .431 Fuses .
Page 596 594 INDEX Head Rests ......127 Interior Appearance Care ....526 Heated Mirrors .
Page 597 INDEX 595 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ....20 Lap/Shoulder Belts......43 Unlatch The Trunk .
Page 598 596 INDEX Exterior .......93 Reading ......140, 193 Fog .
Page 599 INDEX 597 Lubrication, Body ......506 Vanity .......109 Lug Nuts .
Page 600 598 INDEX Filter ......500, 550 Parking Brake......375 Filter Disposal .
Page 601 INDEX 599 Preparation for Jacking .....465 Recreational Towing ..... . .445 Pretensioners Reformulated Gasoline .
Page 602 600 INDEX Remote Starting Safety Defects, Reporting ....581 Uconnect® Customer Programmable Safety, Exhaust Gas......90 Features .
Page 603 INDEX 601 Child Restraint ......67 Arm The System ......18 Extender .
Page 604 602 INDEX Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....413 Tilt Column ......147, 148 Snow Tires .
Page 605 INDEX 603 Tilt Steering Column....147, 148 Radial .......404 Time Delay, Headlight .
Page 606 604 INDEX Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...445 Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .23 Traction ....... .370 Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) .
Page 607 INDEX 605 Uconnect® Voice Command....326 Washers, Windshield ....143, 144, 507 Uniform Tire Quality Grades .
Page 608 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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