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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and features and equipment that are either standard or op- the name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Warnings And Cautions ....7 Rollover Warning .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
Page 7: How To Use This Manual
INTRODUCTION 5 control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or in a collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by injury.
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Page 9: Warnings And Cautions
INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating 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 manual, you may miss important information.
Page 10: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..17 Ignition Key Removal .
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ..20 Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors ......32 Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock .
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 66 If Equipped ......51 Event Data Recorder (EDR) .
Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has 1. Place the shift lever in PARK (if equipped with an the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These automatic transmission).
Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service.
Page 16: Locking Doors With A Key
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SENTRY KEY CAUTION! The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor- ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation remove the key from the ignition and lock all the is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Page 17: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Page 18: Customer Key Programming
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE dealer or by following the customer key programming 3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch. procedure. This procedure consists of programming a Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within blank key to the vehicle electronics.
Page 19: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED do not have a programmed Sentry Key , contact your This Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors, liftgate, authorized dealer for details.
Page 20: To Disarm The System
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED will flash rapidly for approximately 16 seconds. This This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and shows that the Vehicle Security Alarm is arming.
Page 21: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the with metal objects. following steps: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice...
Page 22: Illuminated Approach - If Equipped
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 23: Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock/Unlock
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- following steps: ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Vehicle Security 1.
Page 24: Using The Panic Alarm
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the following steps: UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm. 1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than Using The Panic Alarm 10 seconds.
Page 25: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Programming Additional Transmitters If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal Refer to Sentry Key “Customer Key Programming.” distance, check for these two conditions: If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter, 1.
Page 26: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw, 2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the remove the screw. With the RKE transmitter buttons new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause facing down, use a flat blade screwdriver to pry the two battery deterioration.
Page 27: How To Use Remote Start
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 How To Use Remote Start WARNING! All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area.
Page 28: To Enter Remote Start
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Start Aborted - Hood Ajar For security, power window and power sunroof op- eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is Remote Start Aborted - Fuel Low in the Remote Start mode. Remote Start Aborted - System Fault The engine can be started two consecutive times (two The EVIC message stays active until the ignition is turned...
Page 29: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 The brake pedal is pressed DOOR LOCKS To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Manual Door Locks Vehicle Use the manual door lock knob to lock the doors from Press and release the REMOTE START button one time, inside the vehicle.
Page 30: Power Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks WARNING! A power door lock switch is located on the driver’s and front passenger’s door panel. Press this switch to lock or For personal security and safety in the event of an unlock the doors and liftgate.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 2. The transmission is in gear. 3. All doors are closed. 4. The throttle is pressed. 5. The vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h). 6. The doors were not previously locked using the power door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the NOTE: following procedure: If you do not hear the chime it means that the system did not enter the programming mode and you will 1.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming 3. Within 30 seconds, press the power door UNLOCK The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be switch to unlock the doors. enabled or disabled as follows: 4.
Page 34: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with Child-Protection Door Lock system. To Engage Or Disengage The Child-Protection Door Lock System 1.
Page 35: Power Windows - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock knob up (unlocked position), roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle. POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED Power Window Switches The window controls on the driver’s door trim panel control all the door windows.
Page 36: Auto-Down
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power window switches will remain active for up to 10 min- utes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature.
Page 37: Window Lockout Switch
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Window Lockout Switch LIFTGATE The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows NOTE: The key that is used to start the vehicle is also you to disable the window control on the other doors. To used to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate.
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed NOTE: without using the key. To open the liftgate, squeeze the In the event of a power malfunction, or the RKE liftgate release and pull the liftgate open with one fluid transmitter is inoperative, insert the key into the motion.
Page 39: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) located WARNING! (Continued) on top of the front seats (integrated into the head If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, restraint) make sure that all windows are closed, and the Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seat belt webbing into position by extending the belt Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the all the way out and then adjusting the belt to the risk of harm from a deploying air bag: desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large 1.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow 4. Do not lean against the door or window. If your children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the their arm.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even WARNING! (Continued) on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument and cause an accident that includes you.
Page 43: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Lap/Shoulder Belts WARNING! (Continued) All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with Do not allow people to ride in any area of your lap/shoulder belts. vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during belts.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in an accident, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 WARNING! A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. on the shoulder belt.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of allow the belt to retract fully.
Page 48: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seat, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck. Push the anchorage button to release the anchorage, and move it up or down to the position that fits you best.
Page 49: Second Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 In the rear seat, move toward the center of the seat to position the belt away from your neck. Second Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions The second row center lap/shoulder belt features a three-point seat belt with a mini-latch and buckle, which allows the shoulder belt to detach from the lower anchor when the seat is folded.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Route the shoulder belt to the inside of the right head 5. Sit back in the seat. Slide the regular latch plate up the restraint. webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 7. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your 8. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up comfortable and not resting on your neck.
Page 52: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 10. To disengage the mini-latch from the mini-buckle for 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. storage, insert the regular latch plate into the black The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the button on the top of the mini-buckle.
Page 53: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — Driver Center Passenger If Equipped First Row In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- Second Row locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in N/A —...
Page 54: Energy Management Feature
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will Energy Management Feature hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy now in the Automatic Locking Mode.
Page 55: Seat Belt Pretensioners
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Seat Belt Pretensioners The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- The seat belts for both front seating positions are straint Controller (ORC). Like the air bags, the preten- equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to sioners are single use items.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines whether the severity, or type of rear impact will require the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy. If a rear impact requires deployment, both the driver and front passenger seat AHRs will be deployed.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. CAUTION! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock 1 —...
Page 59: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert ) BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger BeltAlert ) to fasten their seat belts. This feature is active whenever the ignition is on.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position and front passenger seat is unoccupied. BeltAlert may be wait for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn off. triggered when an animal or heavy object is on the front 3.
Page 61: Seat Belt Extender
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Seat Belt Extender Seat Belts And Pregnant Women If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended, and We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if throughout their pregnancy.
Page 62: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - 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. The driver’s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator This vehicle may be equipped with Supplemental Seat- design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) to provide enhanced inflation that are based on the severity and type of protection for an occupant during a side impact.
Page 64: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Advanced Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage Knee Impact Bolster driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides Driver Advanced Front Air Bag output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags WARNING! (SAB) — If Equipped Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags may provide No objects should be placed over or near the air bag enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a on the instrument panel, because any such objects side impact.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Being too close to the Supplemental Side Air Bag WARNING! (Continued) Inflatable Curtain and/or Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects during deployment could cause you to be severely between you and the side air bags;...
Page 68: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi- Air Bags work with the knee bolsters to provide im- tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in proved protection for the driver and front passenger.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration Also, the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are Light in the instrument panel for approxi- not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should mately four to eight seconds for a self-check have deployed.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE are possible, based on the collision type and severity. The WARNING! steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- the air bags inflate to their full size.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Based on the severity and type of collision, the side air A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the side bag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle may be curtain air bag.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In a rollover the pretensioners and/or SAB and Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or SABIC air bags may deploy on both sides of the vehicle. until the ignition key is turned off. Front And Side Impact Sensors Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as In front and side impacts, impact sensors can aid the...
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 If you do have a collision, which deploys the air bags, any throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation or all of the following may occur: continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in- The nylon air bag material may sometimes cause structions for cleaning.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or Modifications to any part of the air bag system may not function properly if modifications are could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 75: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine You will want to have the air bags ready to related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint inflate for your protection in a collision. The Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.
Page 76: Child Restraints
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is were buckled/fastened; required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the such as law enforcement, that have the special equip-...
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Safety experts recommend that children ride WARNING! rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). Two types In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant can become a projectile inside the vehicle.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weigh- WARNING! ing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle’s cushion the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger air...
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 you make sure that you can install the child restraint in WARNING! the vehicle where you will use it, before you buy it. Improper installation can lead to failure of an The restraint must be appropriate for your child’s infant or child restraint.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE retractor. For additional information on ALR, refer to retracts, you will hear a ratcheting sound. This indicates “Automatic Locking Mode”. The chart below defines the the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode. seating positions with an Automatic Locking Retractor 2.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle Make sure that the child is upright in the seat. again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure, The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug try a different seating position.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE webbing-mounted lower attachments. Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be installed in the out- board positions only. Regardless of the specific type of lower attachment, never install LATCH-compatible child seats such that two seats share a common lower anchor- age.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their older behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the products. Tether anchorage kits are also available for child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should most older vehicles.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE connector to the lower and tether anchorages more easily. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we The tether strap should be routed over the center of the have described here. Again, carefully follow the instruc- head restraint and attached to the tether anchor on the tions that come with the child restraint system.
Page 85: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Transporting Pets While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri- injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in mental and should be avoided.
Page 86: Safety Tips
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Transporting Passengers WARNING! NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. WARNING! Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you.
Page 87: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The make sure that all windows are closed and the climate Vehicle control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT Seat Belts use the recirculation mode.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Defroster WARNING! (Continued) Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place Always make sure that floor mats are properly the blower control on high speed. You should be able to attached to the floor mat fasteners. feel the air directed against the windshield.
Page 89: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts WARNING! (Continued) and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the tires driver footwell while the vehicle is moving.
Page 91: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......93 Sun Visor Sliding Feature ....98 Inside Day/Night Mirror .
Page 92 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command — If Equipped ... 128 Folding Rear Seat ....144 Voice Command System Operation .
Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 Map/Reading Lights ....152 To Accelerate For Passing ....159 Windshield Wipers And Washers .
Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Closing Sunroof — Express ... . . 168 Door Storage ..... . . 176 Closing Sunroof —...
Page 95: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of vehicle).
Page 96: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated.
Page 97: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Power Mirrors To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the left The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand door trim panel. in the direction you want the mirror to move.
Page 98: Outside Mirror - Driver Side
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirror — Driver Side Outside Mirror — Passenger Side Adjust the flat outside mirror to center on the adjacent Adjust the convex outside mirror to center on the adja- lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained cent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view on the inside mirror.
Page 99: Folding Outside Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 100: Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED To use the mirror, pull the sun visor down and rotate the Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- mirror cover upward. vehicle communications system. Uconnect™ Phone al- lows you to dial a phone number with your mobile phone using simple voice commands (e.g., “Call”...
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 www.jeep.com/uconnect system. Only one linked (or paired) mobile phone can be used with the system at a time. The system is available in or call 1–877–855–8400 English, Spanish, or French languages. Uconnect™ Phone allows you to transfer calls between...
Page 102: Operation
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command Button Operation Actual button location may vary with the ra- Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ dio. The individual buttons are described in the Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone “Operation”...
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 example, you can use the compound form voice Cancel Command command “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and the compound form command into two voice com- you will be returned to the main menu.
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Device” phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the and follow the audible prompts. vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the You will be asked to say a four-digit Personal Identi- Uconnect™...
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 The Uconnect™ Phone will confirm the phone number The Uconnect™ system will confirm the name and and then dial. The number will appear in the display then dial the corresponding phone number, which of certain radios.
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook “Home”, “Work”, “Mobile”, or “Other”). This will Transfer From Mobile Phone allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone- If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, book entry, if desired.
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Depending on the maximum number of entries down- Edit Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest NOTE: downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail- Editing names in the phonebook is recommended able, the previously downloaded phonebook is avail- when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to delete.
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries List All Names In The Uconnect™ Phonebook Press the button to begin. Press the button to begin. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Phonebook Erase All”.
Page 110: Phone Call Features
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone Call Features Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — The following features can be accessed through the Call Currently In Progress Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on your If a call is currently in progress and you have another mobile service plan.
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to “Toggling Three-Way Calling Between Calls” in this section. To combine two calls, refer To initiate three-way calling, press the button to “Conference Call” in this section. while a call is in progress, and make a second phone call, as described under “Making a Second Call While Current Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold...
Page 112: Uconnect™ Phone Features
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can “Redial”. continue on the Uconnect™ Phone for a certain dura- tion, after which the call is automatically transferred The Uconnect™...
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say voice commands will be in that language. “Emergency” and the Uconnect™ Phone will instruct the paired mobile phone to call the emergency num- NOTE: After every Uconnect™...
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mexico City in Mexico). Please refer to the 24-Hour WARNING! “Towing Assistance” coverage details on the DVD in the Warranty Information Booklet and the 24-Hour To use your Uconnect™ Phone System in an emer- Towing Assistance references.
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Working With Automated Systems is also to be used for navigating through an automated This method is used in instances where one generally has customer service center menu structure, and to leave a to press numbers on the mobile phone keypad while number on a pager.
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Barge In — Overriding Prompts Phone And Network Status Indicators The “Voice Command” button can be used when you If available on the radio and/or on a premium display wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by command immediately.
Page 117: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the Advanced Phone Connectivity dial ring to the Uconnect™ Phone to play it on the vehicle Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone audio system, so you will not hear it. Under this situa- The Uconnect™...
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List Paired Mobile Phone Names Select Another Mobile Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another Press the button to begin. phone paired with the Uconnect™ Phone. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say Press the button to begin.
Page 119: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Delete Uconnect™ Phone Paired Mobile Phones Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- Press the button to begin. nizing their voice commands or numbers, the Uconnect™ Phone Voice Training feature may be used. To enter this After the “Ready”...
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE best results, the Voice Training session should be com- Voice Command pleted when the vehicle is parked with the engine For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to running, all windows closed, and the blower fan provide at least ⁄...
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 fully closed windows, Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. dry weather condition. You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). Even though the system is designed for users speaking in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- Even though international dialing for most number cents, the system may not always work for some.
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE fully closed windows, Uconnect™ Phone can read or send new messages on dry weather conditions, and your phone. operation from the driver’s seat. Read Messages: Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness If you receive a new text message while your phone is to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and connected to Uconnect™...
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Send Messages: 3. Where are you? You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send 4. I need more direction. a new message: 5. L O L Press the button. 6. Why After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say 7.
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 16. Can this wait? Bluetooth Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the 17. Bye for now Uconnect™ Phone. When this happens, the connection 18. When can we meet can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off/on.
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Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 130: General Information
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information NOTE: Take care to speak into the Voice Interface This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and System as calmly and normally as possible. The ability of RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com- following conditions: mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a...
Page 131: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few When using this system, you should speak clearly and at seconds, the system will present you with a list of a normal speaking volume. options.
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Changing the Volume “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command “Setup” (to switch to system setup) button. Radio AM To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In 2.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 “Next Station” (to select the next station) “List Channel” (to hear a list of available channels) “Previous Station” (to select the previous station) “Select Name” (to say the name of a channel) “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) “Menu Radio”...
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memo − “Previous” (to play the previous memo) To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. In − “Delete” (to delete a memo) this mode, you may say the following commands: “Delete All” (to delete all memos) “New Memo”...
Page 135: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 “Language Spanish” 1. Press the Voice Command button, say “System Setup” and once you are in that menu then say “Voice “Tutorial” Training.” This will train your own voice to the system “Voice Training” and will improve recognition.
Page 136: Seats
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Power Seats — If Equipped Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the Some models may be equipped with a power driver’s vehicle. seat. The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward WARNING! The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. move in the direction of the switch.
Page 138: Heated Seats - If Equipped
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats — If Equipped 45 minutes of continuous operation. If LOW-level heating On some models, the front driver and passenger seats is selected, the system automatically turns the heater and may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions the indicator light OFF after a maximum of 45 minutes of and seatbacks.
Page 139: Manual Front Seat Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 WARNING! (Continued) Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat.
Page 140: Manual Seat Height Adjustment - If Equipped
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
Page 141: Driver's Seatback Recline
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Lumbar Adjustment Lever Reclining Seat Lever Driver’s Seatback Recline WARNING! To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired angle Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the and release the lever.
Page 142: Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat To fold the front passenger seat, lift the recliner handle to the full upward position and push the seatback forward until it rests on the seat cushion. Front Passenger Seat Folded Flat Head Restraints Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear...
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 readily identified by any markings, only through visual WARNING! inspection of the head restraint. The head restraint will be split in two halves, with the front half being soft foam The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- and trim, the back half being decorative plastic.
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push forward and backward. To tilt the head restraint closer to button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the downward on the head restraint.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players.
Page 146: Folding Rear Seat
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat WARNING! (Continued) To provide additional storage area, each rear seatback can Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they be folded forward. Pull the strap forward to move the are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose seat forward and flat.
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 To raise the seatback, pull the strap forward and lift the seatback into its upright position. 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 stability for child seats and/or passengers.
Page 148: Reclining Rear Seat - If Equipped
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reclining Rear Seat — If Equipped TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD For additional comfort, pull the strap forward just To open the hood, two latches must be released. enough to release the seatback latch. Then push the 1.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 2. Move the safety catch located under the front edge of CAUTION! the hood, near the center and raise the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- mately 8 in (20 cm) and then drop it.
Page 150: Lights
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Headlights And Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent Multifunction Lever to turn on the parking lights. The multifunction lever controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight beam Turn the end of the lever to the second detent to turn on selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights, the headlights.
Page 151: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The high beam lights will come on as Daytime Running Lights (DRL) at DRL intensity (lower), whenever the ignition is ON, the engine is running, the headlight switch is off, the parking brake is off, the turn signal is off, and the shift lever is in any position except PARK.
Page 152: Turn Signals
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signals NOTE: If either light remains on and does not flash, or Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show light bulb.
Page 153: Instrument Panel Dimming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Instrument Panel Dimming Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened. Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the park- ing lights or headlights are on.
Page 154: Map/Reading Lights
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Map/Reading Lights NOTE: To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn These lights are mounted between the sun visors above off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is the rear view mirror. Each light is turned on by pressing moved to the LOCK position.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 CAUTION! Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off. In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the “Park”...
Page 156: Windshield Wiper Operation
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Operation Intermittent Wiper System Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper opera- make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be- tion.
Page 157: Windshield Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Windshield Washers Mist Feature To use the washer, pull the control lever toward you and Push down on the control lever to activate a single wipe hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from a the delay range, the wiper will operate in low-speed passing vehicle.
Page 158: Tilt Steering Column
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. The tilt control handle is located on the left side of the steering column, below the turn signal lever. Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column.
Page 159: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve- hicle.
Page 160: To Activate
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic To Set A Desired Speed Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle vehicle set speed. has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button and release.
Page 161: To Resume Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 To Resume Speed decrease until the button is released. Release the button To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) when the desired speed is reached, and the new set speed button and release.
Page 162: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so The HomeLink buttons that are located in the headliner it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed or sun visor designate the three different HomeLink Control.
Page 163: Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Programming HomeLink WARNING! Before You Begin Your motorized door or gate will open and close If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, while you are training the Universal Transceiver. erase all channels before you begin training. Do not train the transceiver if people, pets or other To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for objects are in the path of the door or gate.
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Place the handheld transmitter 1–3 in (3-8 cm) away from After training a HomeLink channel, if the garage the HomeLink button you wish to program while door does not operate with HomeLink and the ga- keeping the indicator light in view.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 This can usually be found where the hanging antenna 6. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAINING wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is button. The name and color of the button may vary by NOT the button normally used to open and close the manufacturer.
Page 166: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Gate Operator/Canadian Programming 3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button, Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- while you press and release (“cycle”), your handheld nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink has transmission –...
Page 167: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow these steps: Troubleshooting Tips 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here are some of the most common solutions: 2.
Page 168: General Information
166 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 in the reading light. Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 169: Opening Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half second and the sunroof will open automatically from any Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in position.
Page 170: Closing Sunroof - Manual Mode
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Closing Sunroof — Express sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc- Press the switch forward and release it within one-half tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and second and the sunroof will close automatically from any release to Express Close.
Page 171: Wind Buffeting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Wind Buffeting Ignition Off Operation Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the Information Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switch ears.
Page 172: Electrical Power Outlets
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Power is available when the ignition switch is in the ON There is a standard 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet located or ACC position. Insert the cigar lighter or accessory plug in the instrument panel for added convenience.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 WARNING! (Continued) Do not touch with wet hands. Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle. If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure. CAUTION! Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in...
Page 174: Power Inverter - If Equipped
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! (Continued) A 115 Volt (150 Watt) AC power inverter is located on the Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, front of the center console for added convenience. This vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other battery even more quickly.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: Do not use a three-prong adaptor. Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. Do not touch with wet hands. Close the lid when not in use. If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure.
Page 176: Cupholders
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with four cupholders. There are two illuminated cupholders located in the front. Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 177: Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 There are two cupholders located in the back for the rear STORAGE passengers. Glove Compartment And Storage Bin Located on the passenger side of the instrument panel are an upper storage bin and a lower glove compartment. Rear Cupholders 1 —...
Page 178: Door Storage
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open the lower glove compartment, pull outward on Door Storage the release handle. The interior door panels are equipped with lower storage areas. Glove Compartment Front Door Storage...
Page 179: Console Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 CONSOLE FEATURES The floor console contains both an upper and lower storage compartment. To open the upper storage compartment, push inward on the upper handle to unlatch the upper lid and lift the lid open.
Page 180: Cargo Area Features
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open the lower storage compartment, lift upward on WARNING! the lower handle to unlatch the lower storage compart- ment and lift the lid open. Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position.
Page 181: Cargo Cover
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Press in on the flashlight to release it. Three-Press Switch Cargo Cover Press And Release The cargo area trim panels include two notches for To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, mounting the available tonneau cover that accommo- twice for low, and a third time to return to off.
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To install the Cargo Cover, insert either end of the cover Using the handle, pull the cover toward you and guide into one of the two notches located in the rear trim the rear cover posts into the guides located on both sides panels.
Page 183: Removable Load Floor
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Removable Load Floor WARNING! The cargo area load floor is removable and can be washed with mild soap and water. In a collision a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle.
Page 184: Cargo Tie-Down Loops
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Tie-Down Loops WARNING! There are four D-rings installed in the cargo area for securing cargo. Cargo tie-down loops are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision a loop could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose.
Page 185: Fold Down Speakers - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Fold Down Speakers — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) When the liftgate is open, the speakers can swing down Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear off the trim panel to face rearward, for tailgating and axle.
Page 186: Rear Window Features
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the first detent position for rear wiper operation. Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear wiper/washer is controlled by a rotary switch NOTE: The rear wiper operates in an intermittent mode located on the center portion of the control lever.
Page 187: Rear Window Defroster
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Rear Window Defroster CAUTION! (Continued) The rear window defroster button is located on the Use care when washing the inside of the rear bottom right-side of the blower control knob. window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster the interior surface of the window.
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If not equipped with crossbars, your authorized NOTE: dealer can order and install MOPAR crossbars built To help control wind noise when the crossbars are not specifically for this roof rack system. in use, place the front crossbar in the first detent from the front of the vehicle and the rear crossbar in the Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care- NOT carry any loads on the roof rack without fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the crossbars installed.
Page 191: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....192 EVIC Functions ..... 213 Instrument Cluster .
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Media Center 230 (REQ) — AM/FM Stereo Media Center 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/ Radio And 6–Disc CD/DVD Changer RBZ/RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — If (MP3/WMA AUX Jack) ....220 Equipped .
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio Play Mode ......266 (Sales Code RES+RSC)....249 List Or Browse Mode .
Page 194: Instrument Panel Features
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 5 — Storage Bin 9 — Heated Seat Switch – If Equipped 2 — Demisters 6 — Glove Compartment 10 — Hazard Warning Flasher 3 — Instrument Cluster 7 —...
Page 195: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 196: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. 1. Fuel Gauge/Fuel Door Reminder When the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN 3. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light position, the pointer will show the level of fuel This light informs you of a problem with the remaining in the fuel tank.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 on briefly as a bulb check. If the light does not come on 6. Speedometer during starting, have the system checked by an autho- Indicates vehicle speed. rized dealer. 7. Airbag Warning Light 4. Oil Pressure Warning Light This light will turn on for four to eight seconds This light indicates low engine oil pressure.
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to switch the headlights to high beam, and pull toward 11. Seat Belt Reminder Light yourself (normal position) to return to low beam. When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/ RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight 10.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 13. Engine Temperature Warning Light 14. Brake Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi- This light monitors various brake functions, tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- including brake fluid level and parking brake proaches H , this indicator will illuminate and a application.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- WARNING! ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on dangerous.
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is If the overheating continues, it may become necessary to applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle with the tion.
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 16. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped CAUTION! This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- mately 16 seconds, when the vehicle security Driving with a hot engine cooling system could alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly damage your vehicle.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 20. Shift Lever Indicator WARNING! The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the instrument cluster. It displays the gear position of the A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or automatic transmission. others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant.
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 22. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect Each tire, including the spare (if provided), the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. should be checked monthly when cold and Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper inflated to the inflation pressure recommended tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to...
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the 23. Odometer Display/Trip Odometer Display TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the This display indicates the total distance the vehicle has TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more been driven.
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Odometer Messages “gASCAP” message will display in the odometer display When the appropriate conditions exist, the following area. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odometer messages will display: TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the message. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started.
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. To turn 25. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) off the message temporarily, press and release the Trip The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset the an Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II that oil change indicator system (after performing the sched- monitors emissions, engine, and automatic trans-...
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 26. Hill Descent Indicator — If Equipped CAUTION! The symbol illuminates (is armed) when the 4WD Lock switch is activated and the trans- Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause mission range indicator is in LOW or REVERSE damage to the engine control system.
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 29. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped system will be ON, even if it was turned off previously. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds Light”...
Page 210: Mini-Trip Computer - If Equipped
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 31. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Control Buttons Display — If Equipped When the appropriate conditions exist, this display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) messages. For further information, refer to “Electronic Vehicle In- formation Center (EVIC)”.
Page 211: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 RESET Button ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER To reset the display shown, turn the ignition switch to the (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED ON position, then press and hold the RESET button The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- located on the steering wheel.
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The EVIC consists of the following: The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering System Status wheel: Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) Compass Heading Outside Temperature Display Trip Computer Functions...
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 MENU Button DOWN Button Press and release the MENU button to scroll Press and release the DOWN button to scroll through the main menus (Fuel Economy, Warn- downward through the sub-menus. ings, Timer, Units, System, Personal Settings) or to exit sub-menus.
Page 214: Engine Oil Change Indicator System - If Equipped
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Personal Settings Not Available – Vehicle not in PARK Engine Oil Change Indicator System — (automatic transmission) or vehicle is in motion If Equipped (manual transmission). Oil Change Required Left/Right Front Door Ajar (one or more doors open, Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change with a single chime if speed is above 1 mph/1 km/h) indicator system.
Page 215: Evic Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Do not Personal Settings start the engine. To Reset The Display 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times Pressing and holding the SELECT button once will clear within 10 seconds.
Page 216: Average Fuel Economy
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Average Fuel Economy continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel. Adding a Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read LOW FUEL text and a new DTE value will be dis- “RESET”...
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 Press and release the MENU or DOWN buttons until Auto Lock Doors at 15 mph (24 km/h) “Personal Settings” is displayed in the EVIC then press When ON is selected, all doors lock automatically when the SELECT button.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL press to unlock the remaining locked doors. When Re- Lock feature. Press and hold the SELECT button when in mote Unlock All Doors is selected, all of the doors will this display until “ON” or “OFF” appears to make your unlock at the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK selection.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Illuminated Approach Press and hold the SELECT button when in this display When this feature is selected the headlights will activate until “ENGLISH” or “METRIC” appears to make your and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are selection.
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and 4. Press and release the SELECT button to start the an environment free from large metallic objects such as calibration. The “CAL” indicator will display in the buildings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks, EVIC.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Press and hold the COMPASS button for approxi- mately two seconds. 3. Press the DOWN button until “Compass Variance” message and the last variance zone number displays in the EVIC.
Page 222: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREO Operating Instructions - Radio Mode RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of the radio faceplate.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 SEEK Buttons If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch Uconnect Phone”...
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Clock Setting Procedure INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text 2.
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the MUSIC TYPE Button mid-range tones.
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Program Type 16-Digit Character Display College College Soft Rock Soft Rck Country Country Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R & B Foreign Language Language Sports Sports Information Inform Talk Talk Jazz Jazz Top 40...
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 SETUP Button DVD Play Options - Selecting the DVD Play Options Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between will display the following: the following items: Subtitle – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will switch NOTE: Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll subtitles to different subtitle languages that are through the entries.
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL VES™ Power - Allows you to turn VES™ ON and Menu Language — If Equipped OFF (if equipped). Selecting this item will allow the user to choose the default startup DVD menu language (effective only if VES™...
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 the disc). You can select a language not listed by scrolling AutoPlay — If Equipped down and selecting other. Enter the country code using When this is set to On and a DVD video is inserted, it will the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down bypass the DVD menu screen and automatically play the to select the number and then push to select.
Page 230: Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd-Video)
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL and press and release that button. If a button is not Buttons 1 - 6 selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you ton, the station will continue to play but will not be commit to pushbutton memory {12 AM, 12 FM, and 12 stored into pushbutton memory.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc CAUTION! is loading and “READING DISC” when the radio is reading the disc. The radio may shut down during extremely hot conditions. When this occurs, the radio will indicate CAUTION! “Disc Hot”...
Page 232: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. RW/FF (CD MODE) Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will SEEK Button (CD MODE) begin to fast forward until FF is released, or RW or Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the another CD button is pressed.
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3/ When reading discs recorded using formats other than WMA files).
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When using the MP3/WMA encoder to compress audio Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) data to an MP3/WMA file, the bit rate and sampling Specification quency (kHz) frequencies in the following table are supported. In 48, 64, 96, 128, 44.1 and 48 addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported.
Page 235: List Button (Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 Loading times for playback of MP3/WMA files may be begin playing the files contained in that folder (or the affected by the following: next folder in sequence if the selection does not contain playable files). Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than CD-R media The folder list will time out after five seconds.
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack which No function. allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3/WMA player, cassette player, or microphone and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
Page 237: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone intended for home and other limited viewing uses only, (If Equipped) unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in the Uconnect™ User engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Manual located on the DVD for further details.
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL System Activation To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you ESN/SID Access may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- service that is included with the factory-installed satellite tion and the radio on, press the SETUP button and scroll radio system in your vehicle.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly (Satellite) Mode on or above the antenna. NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or Reception Quality ACC position to operate the radio.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INFO Button MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button able).
Page 241: Media Center 730N/430/430N
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 SETUP Button the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2. This following items: allows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into pushbutton memory.
Page 242: Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) - If Equipped
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) — If Equipped Refer to “Voice Command” in the Uconnect™ User Manual located on the DVD for further details. Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) — If Equipped Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in the Uconnect™ User Manual located on the DVD for further details.
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) TIME Button Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the Press the TIME button to alternate display of the time radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second and radio frequency. time to turn off the radio.
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the direction of the arrows.
Page 245: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton Memory Buttons 1 - 6 When you are receiving a station that you wish to These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RND commit to pushbutton memory (12 AM and 12 FM button.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Inserting Compact Disc(s) CAUTION! (Continued) Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD Do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peel label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into away and jam the player mechanism.
Page 247: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 NOTE: Ejecting with the ignition OFF is not allowed on AM/FM Button convertible or soft-top models (if equipped). Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. SEEK Button SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the Press this button while the CD is playing to activate CD.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported Media (Disc Types) a number instead. With a maximum number of files, The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3. 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this display.) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems)
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- Specification quency (kHz) sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 320, 256, 224, extension may cause playback problems.
Page 250: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s...
Page 251: Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio (Sales Code Res+Rsc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode (SALES CODE RES+RSC) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right position to operate the radio.
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch (if equipped).
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ INFO Button SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call will begin to blink. letters displayed).
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second MUSIC TYPE Button time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mode for five seconds.
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Information Inform Top 40 Top 40 Jazz Jazz Weather Weather News News By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon Nostalgia Nostalga is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Oldies Oldies station with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL hours, press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set You may add a second station to each pushbutton by the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. Adjust repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the control knob.
Page 257: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio MP3 Audio Play ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC...
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes. TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within...
Page 259: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- following table are supported.
Page 261: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended supported. to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Playback of MP3 Files before writing to the disc.
Page 262: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the INFO button once more to return to elapsed is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up. If the time priority mode. AUX audio sounds distorted, turn the device’s volume down. Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or more and the radio will display song titles for each file.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 System Activation To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you ESN/SID Access may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- service that is included with the factory-installed satellite tion and the radio on, press the SETUP button and scroll radio system in your vehicle.
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly (Satellite) Mode on or above the antenna. NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or Reception Quality ACC position to operate the radio.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 INFO Button or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- seconds will allow the program format type to be selected. tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music able).
Page 266: Ipod /Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped
264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding When you are receiving a channel that you wish to button number will display. commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. Buttons 1 - 6 The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
Page 267: Connecting The Ipod Or External Usb Device
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be Connecting The iPod Or External USB Device plugged into the USB port, located in the center console Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external or glove compartment.
Page 268: Using This Feature
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Once the audio device is connected and synchronized to The audio device can be controlled using the radio the vehicle’s iPod /USB/MP3 control system (iPod or buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod contents. external USB device may take a few minutes to connect), The audio device battery charges when plugged into the audio device starts charging and is ready for use by...
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 mode. In Play mode, the following buttons on the radio A single press backward << RW or forward FF >> will faceplate may be used to control the iPod or external jump backward or forward respectively, for five USB device and display data: seconds.
Page 270: List Or Browse Mode
268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the SCAN button to use iPod /USB/MP3 de- List Or Browse Mode vice scan mode, which will play the first 10 seconds of During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described each track in the current list and then forward to the below, will bring up List mode.
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 During all List modes, the iPod displays all lists in Pressing a PRESET button will display the current “wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the list on the top line and the first item in that list on bottom of the list, just turn the wheel backward the second line.
Page 272: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)
270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) CAUTION! Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the Uconnect™ phone system. Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons extreme heat or cold can alter the operation or To get into the BTSA mode, press either “AUX”...
Page 273: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 2. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS Setup , then Select Audio Devices . The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to 3.
Page 274: Radio Operation
272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a The button located in the center of the left-hand control pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- mode of the sound system.
Page 275: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective precautions: coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding.
Page 276: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Heating And Air Conditioning Blower Control Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ven- tilation system in any mode. The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the “O” (OFF) position.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 Temperature Control Mode Control (Air Direction) Rotate this control to regulate the tem- Rotate this control to choose from sev- perature of the air inside the passenger eral patterns of air distribution. You compartment. Rotating the dial left can select either a primary mode as into the blue area of the scale indicates identified by the symbols on the con-...
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, there Defrost is a difference in temperature between the upper and Air is directed through the windshield and side lower outlets. The warmer air flows to the floor outlets. window demist outlets.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 Recirculation Control The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb- Pressing the Recirculation Control button will ing the mode control selection. put the system in recirculation mode. This can When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK be used when outside conditions such as position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled.
Page 280: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MAX A/C For maximum cooling use the A/C and recirculation buttons at the same time. ECONOMY MODE If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn OFF the indicator light and the A/C compressor. Then, move the temperature control to the desired temperature.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 Automatic Operation the desired comfort level require air conditioning, the Operation of the system is quite simple. system will automatically make the adjustment. 1. Turn the Mode Control knob (on the right) and the You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply Blower Control knob (on the left) to AUTO.
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Blower Control The temperature setting can be adjusted at anytime For full automatic operation or for without affecting automatic operation. automatic blower operation, turn the knob to the AUTO position. In manual Pressing the Air Conditioning Control button while in mode there are seven blower speeds AUTO mode will cause the LED in the control button that can be individual selected.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281...
Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to Floor change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets.
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 Air Conditioner Control NOTE: Press this button to turn on the air When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK conditioning during manual operation position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. only. When the air conditioning is In cold weather, use of the Recirculation mode may turned on, cool dehumidified air will lead to excessive window fogging.
Page 286: Operating Tips
284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you Summer Operation can temporarily put the system into Recirculation The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles Mode by pressing the Recirculation button. However, must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant under certain conditions, while in Automatic Mode, to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect the system is blowing air out the defrost vents.
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they windshield and provide sufficient heating.
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 289 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....291 Manual Transmission — If Equipped ..294 Manual Transmission –...
Page 290 288 STARTING AND OPERATING AutoStick — If Equipped ....300 Parking Brake ......313 Operation .
Page 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 Tire Safety Information ....328 Full Size Spare – If Equipped ... . 343 Tire Markings .
Page 292 290 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Requirements ..... 358 Vehicle Loading ..... . 364 2.0L And 2.4L Engine .
Page 293: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 STARTING PROCEDURES NOTE: Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. pressed to the floor. If the key will not turn and the steering wheel is WARNING! locked, rotate the wheel in either direction to relieve pressure on the locking mechanism and then turn the...
Page 294: Normal Starting
292 STARTING AND OPERATING Tip Start WARNING! Do not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it engages.
Page 295: If Engine Fails To Start
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 If Engine Fails To Start CAUTION! If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” and “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the dures, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all engine for more than 15 seconds at a time.
Page 296: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
294 STARTING AND OPERATING Fully press the clutch pedal before you shift gears. As you WARNING! release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator pedal. Remember to disconnect the engine block heater cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution.
Page 297: Recommended Shift Speeds
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 Use each gear in numerical order, do not skip a gear. Be Recommended Shift Speeds sure the transmission is in first gear, (not third), when To use your manual transmission for optimal fuel starting from a standing position. Damage to the clutch economy, it should be upshifted as listed in the following can result from starting in third gear.
Page 298: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
296 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! If you skip more than one gear while downshifting Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- or downshift at too high a vehicle speed, you could ing precautions are not observed: damage the engine, transmission, or clutch. Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
Page 299: Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 Brake/Transmission Interlock System WARNING! This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or PARK position when the ignition switch is in the ON or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle START position.
Page 300: Gear Ranges
298 STARTING AND OPERATING Gear Ranges Never use PARK while the vehicle is in motion. Apply DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range. NEUTRAL positions into another gear range. Always apply the parking brake first, and then place the shift lever in the PARK position.
Page 301 STARTING AND OPERATING 299 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you must unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a turn the ignition from LOCK to ON so the steering number of reasons.
Page 302: Autostick - If Equipped
300 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE Operation This range is used for most city and highway driving. NOTE: AutoStick is not functional until the CVT warms up in cold weather. AUTOSTICK — IF EQUIPPED AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission that offers AutoStick operation is activated in the DRIVE position six manual ratio changes to provide you with more by moving the shift lever side-to-side.
Page 303: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 AutoStick Is Deactivated: If a downshift would cause the engine to overspeed, that shift will not occur until it is safe for the engine. By holding the shift lever to (+) momentarily However, the CVT will stay in the manually selected When the shift lever is shifted out of DRIVE ratio.
Page 304: Four-Wheel Drive Operation - If Equipped
302 STARTING AND OPERATING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — traction surfaces, activate the “4WD LOCK” switch by IF EQUIPPED pulling up once and releasing. This locks the center This feature provides full time, on-demand, four–wheel coupling allowing more torque to be sent to the rear drive (4WD).
Page 305: Off-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as you will need to use your own good judgment on what is conventional two-wheel drive vehicles any more than safe and what is not. When on a trail, you should always low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfacto- be looking ahead for surface obstacles and changes in rily in off-road conditions.
Page 306: When To Use Low (L Off-Road) With The 4Wd Lock Lever Engaged
304 STARTING AND OPERATING When To Use Low (L Off-Road) With The 4WD Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand Lock Lever Engaged There is a drastic reduction in traction when driving in When driving off-road, shift into low (L Off-Road) and snow, mud or sand.
Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 Sand CAUTION! Soft sand is very difficult to travel through with full tire pressure. When crossing soft sandy spots in a trail On icy or slippery roads, do not downshift at high maintain your vehicle’s momentum and do not stop. The engine RPM’s or vehicle speeds because engine brak- key to driving in soft sand is using the appropriate tire ing may cause skidding and loss of control.
Page 308: Hill Climbing
306 STARTING AND OPERATING Before Climbing A Steep Hill CAUTION! As you approach a hill consider its grade or steepness. Determine if it is too steep. Look to see what the traction Reduced tire pressures may cause tire unseating and is on the hill side trail.
Page 309 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 slightly to bring all four tires back on the ground. As you Driving Down Hill approach the crest of the hill ease off the throttle and Before driving down a steep hill you need to determine if slowly proceed over the top.
Page 310: Driving Through Water
308 STARTING AND OPERATING Driving Across An Incline and hill descent braking to control the descent and apply If at all possible avoid driving across an incline. If it is your brakes if necessary, but do not allow the tires to lock. necessary, know your vehicle’s abilities.
Page 311 STARTING AND OPERATING 309 designated and approved. You should tread lightly and CAUTION! avoid damage to the environment. You should know your vehicles abilities and be able to recover it if some- Water ingestion into the transaxle, transfer case, thing goes wrong. You should never stop or shut a engine or vehicle interior can occur if you drive too vehicle off when crossing deep water unless you ingested fast or through too deep of water.
Page 312: After Driving Off-Road
310 STARTING AND OPERATING soft bottoms the vehicle will sink in, effectively increas- CAUTION! ing the water level on the vehicle. Be sure to consider this when determining the depth and the ability to safely Muddy waters can reduce the cooling system effec- cross.
Page 313: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 Check threaded fasteners for looseness, particularly on WARNING! the chassis, drivetrain components, steering, and sus- pension. Retighten them, if required, and torque to the Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause values specified in the Service Manual. excessive wear or unpredictable braking.
Page 314 312 STARTING AND OPERATING If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will WARNING! still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi- tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering Continued operation with reduced power steering effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others.
Page 315: Power Steering Fluid Check
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 Power Steering Fluid Check WARNING! Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are with the engine off to prevent injury from moving apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.
Page 316 314 STARTING AND OPERATING The parking brake lever is located in the center console. When the parking brake is applied with the ignition To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as switch in the ON position, the “Brake Warning Light” in possible.
Page 317: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. The parking WARNING! (Continued) brake should always be applied whenever the driver is Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- not in the vehicle. ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or injury.
Page 318: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
316 STARTING AND OPERATING any reason (for example, repeated brake applications malfunction is caused by an internal leak, as the brake with the engine off), the brakes will still function. How- fluid in the master cylinder drops, the “Brake Warning ever, the effort required to brake the vehicle will be much Light”...
Page 319 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 The “ABS Warning Light” monitors the ABS WARNING! System. The light will come on when the Pumping of the anti-lock brakes will diminish ignition switch is turned to the ON position their effectiveness and may lead to a collision. and may stay on for as long as four seconds.
Page 320 318 STARTING AND OPERATING If both the “Brake Warning Light” and the “ABS Warning the clicking sound of solenoid valves Light” remain on, the ABS and Electronic Brake Force brake pedal pulsations Distribution (EBD) systems are not functioning. Immedi- ate repair to the ABS is required. a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end of the stop When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you...
Page 321: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking. type and tires must be properly inflated to produce Refer to “Anti-Lock Brake System” in “Starting and accurate signals for the computer.
Page 322: Traction Control System (Tcs)
320 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) WARNING! This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevail-...
Page 323: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) NOTE: Anytime the ESC system is in the “Full Off” This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by mode, ERM is disabled. Refer to “Electronic Stability monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the Control (ESC)”...
Page 324: Hill Descent Control (Hdc) - If Equipped
322 STARTING AND OPERATING Hill Descent Control (HDC) – If Equipped Off” button for five seconds. Refer to “Electronic Stability This system maintains vehicle speed while descending Control (ESC)” in this section of the manual. hills during off-road driving situations. HDC will auto- HDC operation can be overridden with brake application matically apply the brakes to control downhill speed to to slow the vehicle down below the HDC control speed.
Page 325: Hill Start Assist (Hsa) - Manual Transmission Or Off-Road Package Only
STARTING AND OPERATING 323 HSA Activation Criteria WARNING! The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to activate: HDC is only intended to assist the driver in control- ling vehicle speed when descending hills. The driver Vehicle must be stopped. must remain attentive to the driving conditions and Vehicle must be on a 7% grade or greater hill.
Page 326 324 STARTING AND OPERATING Disabling/Enabling HSA 5. Release the clutch pedal. If you wish to turn on or off the HSA system, it can be 6. Rotate the steering wheel one-half turn to the left. done using the Customer Programmable Features in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Page 327: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 325 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ESC Operating Modes The ESC system has three available operating modes for This system enhances directional control and stability of four-wheel drive equipped vehicles and two available the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC cor- operating modes for two-wheel drive equipped vehicles.
Page 328 326 STARTING AND OPERATING in deep snow, sand or gravel conditions and more wheel pressing and holding the “ESC Off” switch for five spin than ESC would normally allow is required to gain seconds when the vehicle is stopped and the engine is traction.
Page 329: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 To turn ESC on again, momentarily press the “ESC Off” ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And switch. This will restore the “ESC On” mode of operation. ESC OFF Indicator Light The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator NOTE: The “ESC OFF” message will display and an Light”...
Page 330: Tire Safety Information
328 STARTING AND OPERATING Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac- TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little Tire Markings throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions. NOTE: The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 331 STARTING AND OPERATING 329 NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” ing the size designation.
Page 332 330 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 333 STARTING AND OPERATING 331 EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry 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 —...
Page 334: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
332 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 335: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof. Cold Tire Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 336: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
334 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location...
Page 337 STARTING AND OPERATING 335 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, This placard tells you important information about gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear the: axles must not be exceeded. For further information on 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to 2) total weight your vehicle can carry “Vehicle Loading”...
Page 338 336 STARTING AND OPERATING Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg”...
Page 339 STARTING AND OPERATING 337...
Page 340: Tires - General Information
338 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never Under-inflation increases tire flexing and can re- overload them.
Page 341: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the left Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- side “B” Pillar. hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure the right or left.
Page 342 340 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the Winter.
Page 343: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 344: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
342 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle has an option for a spare tire matching original CAUTION! equipment tire and wheel, refer to the recommended tire rotation pattern in “Tire Rotation Recommendations” in Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take “Starting and Operating”...
Page 345: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 343 Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip- Full Size Spare – If Equipped ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. on your vehicle at the first opportunity. This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Page 346: Tire Spinning
344 STARTING AND OPERATING your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the Tire Spinning original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not first opportunity. spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without WARNING! stopping when you are stuck.
Page 347: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth to help you in determining when your tires should be becomes 1/16 in (2 mm).
Page 348: Replacement Tires
346 STARTING AND OPERATING Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little WARNING! exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil, grease, and gasoline. Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle.
Page 349: Tire Chains
STARTING AND OPERATING 347 SNOW TIRES WARNING! (Continued) Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having during the winter. All season tires can be identified by the adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire M+S designation on the tire sidewall.
Page 350: Tire Rotation Recommendations
348 STARTING AND OPERATING poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern checked before using these tire types. does not apply to some directional tires that must not be reversed.
Page 351: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- limit for any reason, including low temperature effects, or mended cold placard pressure.
Page 352 350 STARTING AND OPERATING For example, your vehicle may have a recommended CAUTION! cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F The TPMS has been optimized for the original (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), equipment tires and wheels.
Page 353: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 NOTE: Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure the tire.
Page 354 352 STARTING AND OPERATING Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors Check TPMS Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings fault is detected.
Page 355: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 353 NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and wheel and tire assembly. reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare tire, the TPMS will update automatically and the Tire 1.
Page 356 354 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS consists of the following components: In addition, the EVIC will display a “LOW TIRE” text message and a graphic of the pressure value(s) with the Receiver Module low tire(s) flashing. Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors Three Trigger Modules (mounted in three of the four wheel wells) Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System Messages,...
Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 display to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pres- sure value. The system will automatically update, the “LOW TIRE” text message will no longer be displayed, the graphic display of the pressure value(s) will stop flashing, and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Light will extinguish once the updated tire pressure(s) have been received.
Page 358 356 STARTING AND OPERATING will be displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can values are still being received from the TPM sensors but occur with any of the following scenarios: they may not be located in the correct vehicle position. The system still needs to be serviced as long as the 1.
Page 359: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 3. However, after driving the vehicle for up to 20 min- limit in any of the four active road tires. The vehicle may utes above 15 mph (24 km/h), the Tire Pressure Moni- need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph toring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this and then remain on solid.
Page 360: 2.0L And 2.4L Engine
358 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- 2.0L And 2.4L Engine wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties This engine is designed to meet all emis- necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, sions regulations and provide excellent and durability for your vehicle.
Page 361: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- genates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenates ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol may be used in your vehicle.
Page 362: Mmt In Gasoline
360 STARTING AND OPERATING drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer) Materials Added To Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional exposure to E-85 fuel.
Page 363: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition WARNING! malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune monoxide poisoning:...
Page 364: Adding Fuel
362 STARTING AND OPERATING After removing the gas cap, place the gas cap tether cable WARNING! (Continued) over a hook on the inside of the fuel door. This keeps the Guard against carbon monoxide with proper gas cap suspended away from and protects the vehicle’s maintenance.
Page 365 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is Damage to the fuel system or emission control in violation of most state and Federal fire regula- system could result from using an improper fuel tions and may cause the MIL to turn on.
Page 366: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
364 STARTING AND OPERATING Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message Vehicle Certification Label If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label attached to filler cap is loose or improperly installed, a “gASCAP” the driver’s door B-Pillar. message will be displayed in the Odometer/Trip Odom- The label contains the following information: eter in the instrument cluster.
Page 367 STARTING AND OPERATING 365 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Curb Weight The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full load must be limited so that you do not exceed the capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo...
Page 368: Trailer Towing
366 STARTING AND OPERATING Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and TRAILER TOWING shorten useful service life. Heavier suspension compo- In this section you will find safety tips and information nents do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s GVWR. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
Page 369 STARTING AND OPERATING 367 exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear further information. axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly.
Page 370 368 STARTING AND OPERATING Frontal Area Weight-Distributing Hitch The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- maximum width of the front of a trailer. age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to Trailer Sway Control the tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s).
Page 371: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional Standards Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your authorized dealer for Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) package content.
Page 372: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
370 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt. (See Note) 2.0L Auto/Man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)
Page 373: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 371 Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
Page 374: Towing Requirements
372 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! (Continued) trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph options, must be considered as part of the total load on (80 km/h) and do not make starts at full throttle.
Page 375 STARTING AND OPERATING 373 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a and will not shift during travel. When trailering grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts the tow vehicle.
Page 376 374 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Tires replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact GVWR and GAWR limits. spare tire. Towing Requirements –...
Page 377 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) Towing any trailer will increase your stopping If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) distance. When towing you should allow for addi- loaded, it should have its own brakes and they tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle should be of adequate capacity.
Page 378 376 STARTING AND OPERATING The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer to the following illustrations. Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Backup Lamps 6 —...
Page 379: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 377 Towing Tips − Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping maximize fuel efficiency. and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy Cooling System traffic.
Page 380: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
378 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Ground Flat Tow None Transmission in NEUTRAL Key in ACC Front OK (FWD Only) Dolly Tow Rear On Trailer CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used.
Page 381: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....380 Jump-Starting Procedures ....388 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 382: Hazard Warning Flashers
380 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 ac- tion.
Page 383: Automatic Transmission Overheating
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 381 CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage You or others can be badly burned by hot engine your vehicle. If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark, coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If the instrument cluster will sound a chime.
Page 384: Jacking And Tire Changing
382 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) The jack is designed to be used as a tool for WARNING! changing tires only. The jack should not be used to Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the lift the vehicle for service purposes.
Page 385: Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 383 Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Page 386: Jacking Instructions
384 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Block both the front and rear of the WARNING! (Continued) wheel diagonally opposite the jacking Always park on a firm, level surface as far from position. For example, if changing the the edge of the roadway as possible before raising right front tire, block the left rear the vehicle.
Page 387 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 385 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! If working on or near a roadway, be extremely Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on careful of motor traffic. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are Instructions for this vehicle.
Page 388 386 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Locate the front and rear jacking locations on each side of the body. The front locations are outlined by two triangular cutouts, the rear locations by two rectangular cutouts. Rear Jacking Location For vehicles equipped with plastic trim, the plastic has been cut away to expose the jacking locations in the body.
Page 389 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 387 4. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be 6. Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel (and placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is bolt-on center cap if equipped) off the hub. Install the positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the...
Page 390: Jump-Starting Procedures
388 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 9. Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is WARNING! free. Reassemble the lug wrench to the jack assembly and stow it in the spare tire area. Secure the assembly using A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard the means provided.
Page 391: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389 CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater 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.
Page 392 390 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades. Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact.
Page 393: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 391 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park CAUTION! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the Failure to follow these procedures could result in parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle.
Page 394 392 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper WARNING! cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable discharged battery.
Page 395: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 393 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Con- If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it trol or Electronic Stability Control (ESC), turn the system can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your OFF before attempting to “rock”...
Page 396: Shift Lever Override
394 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi- cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near...
Page 397: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 395 6. Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position. CAUTION! 7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an 8. Reinstall the shift lever override access cover. automatic transmission.
Page 398: Without The Ignition Key
396 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES All Transmissions CAUTION! (Continued) If you must use the accessories (wipers, defroster, etc.) Do not attempt to use sling-type equipment when while being towed (wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must towing. When securing the vehicle to a flatbed be in the ON position, not the ACC position.
Page 399: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 2.0L ... . . 399 Maintenance Procedures ....404 Engine Compartment —...
Page 400 398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System ..... 413 Vehicle Storage ..... . . 435 Cooling System .
Page 401: Engine Compartment - 2.0L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L 1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 —...
Page 402: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 —...
Page 403: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.
Page 404: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE persists, the message will appear the next time the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- turn on the MIL.
Page 405: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced a.
Page 406: Maintenance Procedures
404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES attempting any procedure yourself. The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control vehicle.
Page 407: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level CAUTION! (Continued) before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will that protect the performance and durability of give you an incorrect reading.
Page 408 406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Selection CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions, the Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer- will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil tified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material pressure and an increase in oil temperature.
Page 409 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 Synthetic Engine Oils CAUTION! You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes chemicals can damage your engine.
Page 410: Engine Oil Filter
408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Filter WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change. The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air Engine Oil Filter Selection cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or All of this manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type...
Page 411: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use tenance required.
Page 412: Air Conditioner Maintenance
410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer It is essential when replacing the cables on the at the start of each warm season. This service should battery that the positive cable is attached to the include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance positive post and the negative cable is attached to...
Page 413: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- WARNING! ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealers or other Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment. approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system.
Page 414: Windshield Wiper Blades
412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE hood latching components to ensure proper function. from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to When performing other underhood services, the hood remove frost or ice from the windshield. Make sure that latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on to cleaned and lubricated.
Page 415: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the WARNING! exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubri- cation or oil change. Replace as required. Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care WARNING! must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution.
Page 416 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- CAUTION! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure The catalytic converter requires the use of un- proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst leaded fuel only.
Page 417: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- Cooling System age: WARNING! Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- motion.
Page 418 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Coolant Checks Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where maintenance interval. applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a...
Page 419 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 Adding Coolant CAUTION! Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance specified Hybrid Organic Additive Technology intervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be used up (HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in to five years or 104,000 miles (169 000 km) before engine damage and may decrease corrosion pro-...
Page 420 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any water when mixing the water/engine coolant (antifreeze) accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. solution.
Page 421 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check the coolant freeze point or replacing the engine coolant with your local authorities to determine the disposal (antifreeze).
Page 422: Brake System
420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If an examination of your engine compartment shows no Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. Keep the front of the radiator clean.
Page 423 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 when the pads are replaced. However, low fluid level WARNING! may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a manual possibly a collision.
Page 424 422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) To avoid contamination from foreign matter or Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine has been in a tightly closed container. Keep the Parts”...
Page 425: Automatic Transmission (Cvt) - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 Automatic Transmission (CVT) – If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) Selection Of Lubricant Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- be damaged, causing partial or complete brake mance.
Page 426: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Special Additives Fluid And Filter Changes Do not add any materials (other than leak detection dyes) Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper to Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid maintenance interval. (CVTF+4 ). CVTF+4 is an engineered product and its Manual Transmission –...
Page 427: Rear Drive Assembly (Rda) - Awd/4Wd Models Only
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless lubri- Frequency Of Fluid Change cant has become contaminated with water. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance interval. NOTE: If contaminated with water, the fluid should be changed immediately.
Page 428: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Frequency Of Fluid Change What Causes Corrosion? Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of maintenance interval. paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion The most common causes of corrosion are: Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation.
Page 429 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 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 or equivalent to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR a month.
Page 430 428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, not use oven cleaner. Avoid automatic car washes that de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage packaged and sealed.
Page 431 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of solvents, detergents, or ammonia based cleaners to clean protectants on Stain Repel products. your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi- tioner is not required to maintain the original condition. Interior Care Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric WARNING!
Page 432 430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel Instrument Panel Bezels wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses. CAUTION! Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve- with MOPAR Glass Cleaner or any commercial hicle, read the installation instructions carefully.
Page 433: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye or clean the seat belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. If the seat belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water.
Page 434 432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Rear Center Brake 20 Amp Power Locks/Interior Light Switch Yellow Lighting 10 Amp Ignition Switch/ 15 Amp Power Outlet Occupant Classifica- Lt Blue tion Module 20 Amp 115V AC Inverter...
Page 435 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Auto Shutdown Relay 15 Amp Auto Shutdown Relay Green Lt Blue 20 Amp Radio Amplifiers 10 Amp Airbag Control Mod- Yellow 15 Amp Radio 10 Amp Airbag Control...
Page 436 434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse When installing the IPM cover, it is important to 10 Amp J1962 Conn/ ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully Powertrain Control latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get Module into the IPM, and possibly result in an electrical 30 Amp...
Page 437: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you will not be using your vehicle for more than All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base. 21 days, you may want to take steps to preserve your Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not battery.
Page 438: Bulb Replacement
436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Fog Lamps Refer to the Service Manual or see your authorized dealer Headlamps for bulb replacement. 1. Raise the hood and locate the connector behind the CAUTION! headlamp. 2. Reach into engine compartment and pull red lock out Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers.
Page 439: Rear Tail, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 Rear Tail, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps License Lamps 1. Raise the liftgate. 1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the snap tab to remove the lamp from the liftgate. 2. Remove the two push-pins from the taillamp housing. 2.
Page 440: Fluid Capacities
438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 13.6 Gallons 51.5 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.0L and 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts 4.26 Liters Cooling System * 2.0L and 2.4L Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/Antifreeze 5 7.2 Quarts 6.8 Liters Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent)
Page 441: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy- brid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 442: Chassis
440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission (CVT) – If MOPAR CVTF+4 Equipped Manual Transmission – If Equipped MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) MOPAR Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5 or equivalent non-synthetic product.
Page 443 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule ....442 Required Maintenance Intervals ..444...
Page 444 442 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Based on engine operation condition, the oil change The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this indicator message will illuminate; this means that service manual must be done at the times or mileages specified is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Page 445 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 443 Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator Check the windshield washer solvent and add if message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a required. scheduled oil change is performed by someone other Once A Month than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or...
Page 446 444 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES At Each Oil Change CAUTION! Change the engine oil filter. Failure to perform the required maintenance items Inspect the brake hoses and lines. may result in damage to the vehicle. Check the manual transmission fluid level. Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals.
Page 447 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 445 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 16,000 miles (26 000 km).
Page 448: Service Schedule
446 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 32,000 miles (52 000 km).
Page 449 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 447 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 48,000 miles (78 000 km).
Page 450 448 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 64,000 miles (104 000 km).
Page 451 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 449 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 80,000 miles (130 000 km).
Page 452 450 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 88,000 miles (143 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
Page 453 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 451 96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 96,000 miles (156 000 km). Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
Page 454 452 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or 112,000 Miles (182,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 112,000 miles (182 000 km).
Page 455 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 453 120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 128,000 miles (208 000 km).
Page 456 454 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (234,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 144,000 miles (234 000 km).
Page 457 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 455 152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 152,000 miles (247 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
Page 458 456 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. 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.
Page 459: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Vehicle......459 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 460 458 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Traction Grades ..... 465 Quality Grades ......465 Temperature Grades .
Page 461: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 459 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...
Page 462: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
460 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (877) 426–5337 If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer-...
Page 463: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 461 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.
Page 464: Warranty Information
462 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment WARRANTY INFORMATION when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
Page 465: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 463 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
Page 466 464 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Service Manuals Owner’s Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the information that students and professional technicians assistance of service and engineering specialists to need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group hicles.
Page 467 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 465 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Page 468 466 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 469 INDEX...
Page 470 468 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ....316 Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ... 64,66,69 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ..417 Alarm Light .
Page 471 INDEX 469 Overheating ......381 Brake, Parking ......313 Selection Of Lubricant .
Page 472 470 INDEX Cargo Compartment Child Seat ......81 Light ......178 Clean Air Gasoline .
Page 473 INDEX 471 Coolant (Antifreeze) ....438,439 Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ....154 Cooling System .
Page 474 472 INDEX Electronic Brake Control System ... . . 319 Exhaust Gas Caution ....84,361 Anti-Lock Brake System .
Page 475 INDEX 473 Filters Folding Rear Seat (Sedan) ....144 Air Cleaner ......408 Four Wheel Drive .
Page 476 474 INDEX Tank Capacity ..... . . 438 Glass Cleaning ......430 Fuel System Caution .
Page 477 INDEX 475 Hill Start Assist ......323 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ... 154 Hitches Introduction .
Page 478 476 INDEX Latches ....... . 87 Dimmer Switch, Headlight ....148 Hood .
Page 479 INDEX 477 Traction Control ..... 327 Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 205,402 Turn Signal ....87,148,150,437 Manual Transaxle .
Page 480 478 INDEX Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ... . . 8 Disposal ......407 Monitor, Tire Pressure System .
Page 481 INDEX 479 Pets ........83 Radial Ply Tires ......341 Phone, Cellular .
Page 482 480 INDEX Remote Starting System ....24 Safety Tips ......84 Replacement Bulbs .
Page 483 INDEX 481 Lumbar Support ..... 138 Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) ..285 Rear Folding .
Page 484 482 INDEX Steering Wheel Mounted Sound Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ....182 System Controls ......271 Tilt Steering Column .
Page 485 INDEX 483 Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ..349 Towing Assistance ..... . . 112 Pressure Warning Light .
Page 486 484 INDEX Transporting Pets ......83 Vanity Mirrors ......98 Tread Wear Indicators .
Page 487 INDEX 485 Washer Window Fogging ......285 Adding Fluid ..... . . 412 Windows .
Page 488 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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