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  • Page 2: Driving And Alcohol

    This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Dodge and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center Manuals,...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ....59 Welcome From Chrysler Group LLC ..2 Programmable Features ..60 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Universal Garage Door Opener Driver Cockpit .

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions.
  • Page 5 If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer. CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM TRUCK, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC. COPYRIGHT ©2011 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC...

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...

  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light** - Oil Pressure Warning Light - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light** - Air Bag Warning Light** - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Engine Temperature Warning Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light BRAKE...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - High Beam Indicator - Front Fog Light Indicator - Vehicle Security Indicator* - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator - Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator - Electronic Speed Control SET Indicator * If equipped ** Bulb Check with Key On...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors/Liftgate • Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and liftgate.

  • Page 11: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause you or others to be severely injured or killed when inhaled.
  • Page 12 GETTING STARTED • If a Key Fob is detected in the vehicle when locking the vehicle using the power door lock switch, the doors and liftgate will unlock and the horn will chirp three times. On the third attempt, your Key Fob can be locked inside the vehicle. •...
  • Page 13 GETTING STARTED Stopping • Place the shift lever in PARK. • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position. • If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle speed must be above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the engine will shut off.

  • Page 14: Theft Alarm

    GETTING STARTED THEFT ALARM To Arm • Press the Keyless Enter-N-Go Start/Stop button until the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) indicates that the vehicle ignition is “OFF”. Press the power door lock switch while the door is open, press the Key Fob LOCK button, or with one of the Key Fobs located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5m) of the driver's and passenger front door handles, press the Keyless Enter-N-Go LOCK button located on the door handle.

  • Page 15: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not buckled up properly. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly.

  • Page 16: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! (Continued) • Being too close to the Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain and/or Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed. • Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you.
  • Page 17 GETTING STARTED • Place the child upright in the seat with their back firmly against the seatback. • Grasp the latch plate and pull out the seat belt. • Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the seat belt to go around the child’s lap.
  • Page 18 GETTING STARTED • Loosen the child seat adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchors. • Attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the seatcover material. •...

  • Page 19: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED NOTE: Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap. WARNING! • In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are.
  • Page 20 GETTING STARTED Power Lumbar • Push the switch forward to increase the lumbar support. Push the switch rearward to decrease the lumbar support. • Pushing upward or downward on the switch will raise and lower the position of the support. Manual Seat Adjustment Forward/Rearward •...
  • Page 21 GETTING STARTED Flip 'n Stow™ Front Passenger Seat Storage • The seat latch release-loop is located in the center of the seat cushion between the seat cushion and the seatback. Pull the loop upward to release the latch and then forward to open the seat to the detent position.

  • Page 22: Rear Seats

    GETTING STARTED REAR SEATS 60/40 Split Second-Row Passenger Seats To Lower The Seatback • Locate the seatback release lever on the lower outboard side of the seat. • Place one hand on the seatback and apply a gentle pressure. • Lift the seatback release lever with the other hand, allowing the seatback to move forward slightly, and then release the lever.
  • Page 23 GETTING STARTED Stadium Tip ’n Slide™ (Easy Entry/Exit Seat) — Seven Passenger Models To Move The Second-Row Passenger Seat Forward NOTE: Raise the 20% seatback/armrest before moving the 60% seat to allow for full seat travel. • To allow passengers to easily enter or exit the third-row passenger seats move the Tip ’n Slide™...

  • Page 24: Heated Seats

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is locked securely into position. Otherwise, the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause you and others to be severely injured or killed.
  • Page 25 GETTING STARTED Uconnect Touch™ 8.4 • Press the Controls soft-key located on the Uconnect Touch™ screen. • Press the Driver or Passenger seat soft-key once to select HI-level heating. Press the soft-key a second time to select LO-level heating. Press the soft-key a third time to shut the heating elements OFF.

  • Page 26: Tilt / Telescoping Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED TILT / TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN • The tilt/telescoping control handle is located below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column. • Push down on the handle to unlock the steering column. • To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel upward or downward as desired.

  • Page 27: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS • A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. • Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.

  • Page 28: Headlight Switch

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Mist • Push the end of the lever in to the first detent and release. NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be used in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid.

  • Page 29: Speed Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Door/Map Pocket Lights • Rotate the Door/Map Pocket control up or down to increase or decrease the brightness of the door handle and map pocket lighting when the parking lights or headlights are on. SPEED CONTROL • The speed control switches are located on the steering wheel.

  • Page 30: Climate Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have a collision. Always leave the Electronic Speed Control system off when you are not using it.
  • Page 31 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect Touch™ 8.4 Automatic Climate Controls...
  • Page 32 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Climate Control Knobs • For your convenience the climate controls can be operated by using the soft-keys located on the touch screen or the climate control knobs below the Uconnect Touch display. Automatic Operation • Press the AUTO button or AUTO soft-key. •...

  • Page 33: Parkview Rear Back-Up Camera

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE PARKVIEW REAR BACK-UP CAMERA ® • You can see an on-screen image of the rear of your vehicle whenever the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The ParkView ® Rear Back-Up Camera image will be displayed on the radio display screen, located on the center stack of the instrument panel.
  • Page 34 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. •...

  • Page 35: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIND BUFFETING • Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, adjust the front and rear windows together. • If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or adjust any window.

  • Page 36: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM...
  • Page 37 ELECTRONICS...

  • Page 38: Identifying Your Radio

    ELECTRONICS IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 & 4.3S • Models 4.3 and 4.3S have a 4.3 inch touch screen with hard–keys to each side of it. • Model 4.3S has all Model 4.3 features, plus SIRIUS ® Satellite Radio (1 year trial subscription included).

  • Page 39: Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 & 4.3S At A Glance

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 & 4.3S AT A GLANCE Displaying the Time • If the time is not currently displayed at the top of the screen when in Radio mode, press the Settings button, then touch clock. Select Show Time, then touch On. Setting the Time •...

  • Page 40: Uconnect Touch™ 8.4 & 8.4N At A Glance

    ELECTRONICS Equalizer • Touch the Equalizer soft-key to adjust the Bass, Mid and Treble. Use the + or - soft-key to adjust the equalizer to your desired settings. Press the back arrow soft-key when done. Balance/Fade • Touch the Balance/Fade soft-key to adjust the sound from the speakers. Use the arrow soft-key to adjust the sound level from the front and rear or right and left side speakers.
  • Page 41 ELECTRONICS Setting the Time • Model 8.4N synchronizes time automatically via GPS, so should not require any time adjustment. If you do need to set the time manually, follow the instructions below for Model 8.4. • For Model 8.4, turn the unit on, then touch the time display at the top of the screen.

  • Page 42: Radio

    ELECTRONICS RADIO Models 4.3 & 4.3S Models 8.4 & 8.4N...

  • Page 43: Sirius Satellite Radio

    ELECTRONICS • To access the Radio mode, touch the Radio hard-key on the upper left side of the faceplate (4.3 & 4.3S) or the Radio soft-key at the lower left of the screen (8.4 & 8.4N). • Unless otherwise noted, the information provided on the operation and functionality of the radios in this section is common to all Uconnect Touch™...
  • Page 44 ELECTRONICS Selecting SIRIUS Satellite Channels Seek Up/Seek Down • Touch the Seek arrow soft-keys for less than 2 seconds to seek through channels in SAT mode. • Touch and hold either arrow soft-key for more than 2 seconds to bypass channels without stopping.
  • Page 45 ELECTRONICS Browse • Lets you browse the SIRIUS channel listing, Favorites, Genres, Game Zone, and Weather channels. Jump setting, and also provides the SIRIUS channel list. Browse contains many sub-menus. Browse Sub-Menu Description Sub-Menu Shows the channel listing. Genre Provides a list of all genres, and lets you jump to a channel within the selected genre.

  • Page 46: Ipod /Cd/Aux Controls

    ELECTRONICS iPod /CD/AUX CONTROLS ® Models 4.3 & 4.3S • The iPod ® /CD/AUX controls are accessed by pressing the Player hard-key to enter the Player main screen, then touch the source soft-key and choose between Disc, AUX, iPod ® or Bluetooth.
  • Page 47 ELECTRONICS Models 8.4 & 8.4N • The iPod ® /CD/AUX controls are accessed by touching the Player soft-key to enter the Player main screen, then touch the source soft-key and choose between Disc, AUX, iPod ® Bluetooth or SD Card. NOTE: Uconnect Touch™...

  • Page 48: Garmin Navigation (8.4N Only)

    ELECTRONICS GARMIN NAVIGATION (8.4N ONLY) ® • Uconnect Touch 8.4N integrates Garmin’s consumer-friendly navigation into your vehicle. Garmin Navigation includes Lane Assist and Junction View, Speed Limit information, and a database with over 6 million points of interest. • Touch the NAV soft-key in the menu bar to access the Navigation system Main Navigation Menu Acquiring Satellites •...
  • Page 49 ELECTRONICS • Touch Done. • Select your destination and touch Go. Entering a Destination Address • From the main Navigation menu, touch Where To?, then touch Address. • Follow the on-screen prompts to enter the address and touch Go. Searching Near Another Location •...
  • Page 50 ELECTRONICS Adding a Stop • To add a stop you must be navigating a route • Touch the back arrow to return to the Main Navigation menu. • Touch Where To?, then search for the extra stop. Then select the stop to add from the search results.

  • Page 51: Sirius Travel Link (8.4N Only)

    ELECTRONICS SIRIUS TRAVEL LINK (8.4N ONLY) • SIRIUS Travel Link brings a wealth of useful information into your vehicle and right to your fingertips. • To access Travel Link, touch More soft-key, then the Travel Link soft-key NOTE: SIRIUS Travel Link requires a subscription, sold separately after the 1 year trial subscription included with your vehicle purchase.

  • Page 52: Playing Ipod/Usb/Mp3 Devices

    ELECTRONICS PLAYING iPod/USB/MP3 DEVICES • There are many ways to play music from iPod /MP3 players or USB devices ® through your vehicle's sound system. 1. Audio Jack • The Audio Jack allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or a cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s sound system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.

  • Page 53: Uconnect™ Phone (Bluetooth ® Hands Free Calling)

    NOTE: The Uconnect™ Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth ® Hands-Free Profile, Version 1.0 or higher. For Uconnect™ customer support, call 1–877–855–8400 or visit www.dodge.com/uconnect. Pairing a Phone • To use the Uconnect™ Phone feature, you must first pair your bluetooth phone...
  • Page 54 ELECTRONICS Start pairing procedure on the radio • Models 8.4, 8.4N: Touch the Phone soft-key and then the Settings soft-key. Next, touch Add Device. • Models 4.3, 4.3S: Press the More hard-key, then touch the Phone soft-key. Next, touch the settings soft-key and then Add Device. •...
  • Page 55 ELECTRONICS Select the mobile phone's priority level • When the pairing process has successfully completed, the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this is your favorite phone. Selecting Yes will make this phone the highest priority. This phone will take precedence over other paired phones within range.
  • Page 56 ELECTRONICS Phone Menu Screen – Models 4.3 & 4.3S Phone Menu Screen – Models 8.4 & 8.4N...
  • Page 57 ELECTRONICS Making A Phone Call • Press the Uconnect™ Phone button • (After the BEEP), say “dial” (or “call” to a name). • (After the BEEP), say number (or name). NOTE: You can also initiate a call by using the touch-screen on the Phone main screen. Receiving A Call –...

  • Page 58: Uconnect™ Voice Command (8.4 & 8.4N Only)

    ELECTRONICS • You can “barge in” while the system is talking to you, enabling you to enter your response without waiting. Just press the Voice Command button on the steering wheel to barge in. Changing The Volume • Start a dialogue by pressing the Phone button , then say a command for example - "Help".
  • Page 59 ELECTRONICS Changing The Volume • Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button , then say a command (for example, “help”). • Use the radio ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Command system is speaking. The volume setting for Voice Command is different than the audio system.

  • Page 60: Video Entertainment System (Ves)

    ELECTRONICS VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ System Operation • The screen is located on the headliner behind the front seat. To lower the screen, press the release button located in the rear of the overhead console. • The system may be controlled by the front seat occupants using the touch-screen radio, or by the rear seat occupants using the remote control.

  • Page 61: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    ELECTRONICS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) • The EVIC features a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. Pressing the controls on the left side of the steering wheel allows the driver to select vehicle information and Personal Settings.

  • Page 62: Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) – If Equipped • The EVIC can be used to view or change the following settings. Press the UP or DOWN button until System Setup displays, then press the SELECT button. Scroll through the settings using the UP or DOWN buttons. Press the SELECT button to change the setting.

  • Page 63: Universal Garage Door Opener (Homelink )

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect Touch™ 8.4 Customer Programmable Features • The Uconnect Touch™ 8.4 system allows you to access Customer Programmable feature settings such as Display, Clock, Safety/Assistance, Lights, Doors & Locks, Heated Seats, Engine Off Operation, Compass Settings, Audio, Phone/ Bluetooth and SIRIUS Setup through soft-keys.
  • Page 64 ELECTRONICS Programming A Rolling Code • For programming Garage Door Openers that were manufactured after 1995. These Garage Door Openers can be identified by the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the Garage Door Opener. It is NOT the button that is normally used to open and close the door.

  • Page 65: Power Inverter

    ELECTRONICS NOTE: • If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and the garage door (or device) should activate when the HomeLink ® button is pressed. • To program the two remaining HomeLink ® buttons, repeat each step for each remaining button.

  • Page 66: Power Outlet

    ELECTRONICS NOTE: The power inverter is designed with built-in overload protection. If the power rating of 150 Watts is exceeded, the power inverter will automatically shut down. Once the electrical device has been removed from the outlet, the inverter should automatically reset.
  • Page 67 ELECTRONICS NOTE: • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse.

  • Page 68: Utility

    UTILITY...

  • Page 69: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    UTILITY RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) Recreational towing for this vehicle is not recommended. NOTE: If the vehicle requires towing, make sure all four wheels are off the ground.

  • Page 70: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24-HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE • Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian residents. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. •...
  • Page 71 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated.
  • Page 72 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES BRAKE - Brake Warning Light • The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or the parking brake is applied. If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic malfunction, brake booster problem or an Anti-Lock Brake System problem.
  • Page 73 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light • This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). • If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommend you drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.

  • Page 74: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS • In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. • On the highways — slow down. • In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission in NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.

  • Page 75: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location • The jack and jack-handle are stowed underneath a cover in the rear storage bin in the cargo area. Spare Tire Location • The spare tire is stowed underneath the rear of the vehicle and is held in place by means of a cable winch mechanism.
  • Page 76 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel. NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.
  • Page 77 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Stowage NOTE: Refer to “Spare Tire Removal” for information on assembling the winch tools. 1. Place the spare tire near to the winch cable. Hold the spare upright so that the tire's tread is on the ground and the valve stem is at the top of the wheel facing away from the rear of the vehicle.
  • Page 78 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and jack-handle from stowage. 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts on the wheel with the flat tire. Turn the wheel nuts counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground.
  • Page 79 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise with the jack handle. Raise the vehicle until the tire just clears the road surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire. Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability.
  • Page 80 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 12. To stow the winch cable and retainer, fit the assembled jack-handle over the winch drive nut. Rotate the jack-handle assembly clockwise until you hear the winch mechanism click three times. It cannot be over tightened. 13.
  • Page 81 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened twice. The correct tightness of each lug nut is 95 ft/lbs (130 N·m).

  • Page 82: Jump-Starting

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change. • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely careful of motor traffic. •...
  • Page 83 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK. • Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories. • Remove the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery post. To remove the cover, press the locking tab and pull upward on the cover.

  • Page 84: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • When temperatures are below the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Battery temperature must be brought above the freezing point before attempting a jump-start.

  • Page 85: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...

  • Page 86: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.

  • Page 87: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) • This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.

  • Page 88: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door. • Raise the hood and locate the safety latch, in the middle of the hood opening. • Move the safety latch while lifting the hood at the same time.

  • Page 89: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 90 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 91: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Component Capacities Part Engine Coolant 2.4L MOPAR ® Antifreeze/ 10.7 Quarts (10.1 Liters) Single or Dual-Zone Coolant Five Includes heater and Climate Control System. Year/100,000 Mile coolant recovery bottle Formula HOAT (Hybrid filled to MAX level.
  • Page 92 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Component Capacities Part Spark Plugs 3.6L RER8ZWYCB4 (Gap — 0.043 in [1.1 mm]) Automatic Transmission MOPAR ® ATF+4 ® Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 ® product. — Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR ®...

  • Page 93: Maintenance Chart

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 94 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance Record Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 6 Months 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 18 Months 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 30 Months 48,000 Miles...

  • Page 95: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Interior Fuses • The interior fuse panel is located on the passenger side under the instrument panel. Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description F100 30 Amp Pink 110V AC Inverter – If Equipped F101 10 Amp Red Interior Lights Cigar Lighter in Instrument F102...
  • Page 96 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses • The power distribution center is located in the engine compartment. Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description Interior Power Distribution Center F101 60 Amp Yellow Rail Interior Power Distribution Center F102 60 Amp Yellow Rail Interior Power Distribution Center F103 60 Amp Yellow Rail...

  • Page 97: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description Emissions – Partial Zero Emissions F169 40 Amp Green Vehicle Motor Emissions – Partial Zero Emissions F170 15 Amp Blue Vehicle Actuators F172 20 Amp Yellow Spare F173 25 Amp Natural Anti Lock Brake Valves F174 20 Amp Yellow Siren –...

  • Page 98: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions. Under-inflation is the leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking, component separation, or “blow out”. Over-inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure.

  • Page 99: Exterior Bulbs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EXTERIOR BULBS LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamp 9006 High Beam Headlamp 9005 Front Park/Turn Signal 3757AK Side Marker Lamp Front Fog Lamp PSX24W Center High Mounted Stop Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) (CHMSL) License Lamp LIGHTS BULBS –...

  • Page 100: Consumer Assistance

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CHRYSLER GROUP WARNING! LLC CUSTOMER Engine exhaust, some of its CENTER constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, P.O. Box 21–8004 chemicals known to the State of Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 101: Reporting Safety Defects In The 50 United States And Washington, D.c

    • The Owner's Manual and User Guide call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free electronic files are also available on the at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: Chrysler, Jeep, Ram Truck and Dodge 1–800–424– 9153), or go to websites. http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: •...

  • Page 102: Mopar Accessories

    • For the full line of Authentic Dodge Accessories by Mopar, visit your local Dodge dealership or online at mopar.com. CHROME: •...

  • Page 103: Index

    INDEX Air Conditioning ... . 28 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ....59,60 Airbag ....13 Alarm, Panic .
  • Page 104 INDEX Inverter, Power ... . . 63 Seats ....17 Steering ....89 Preparation for Jacking .
  • Page 105 INDEX Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant . 72 Turn Signals ....25 Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ..12 Theft System Arming ..12 Uconnect™...

  • Page 106: Faq (How To?)

    • How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)? pg. 61 UTILITY • How do I know how much I can tow with my Dodge Journey? pg. 66 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 68 •...
  • Page 107 If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling 1-800-423-6343 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
  • Page 108 12JC49-926-AA First Edition Journey User Guide Download a FREE electronic copy of the Owner’s Manual or Warranty Booklet by visiting the For Owner's tab at: www.dodge.com (U.S.) or www.dodge.ca (Canada).

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