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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 Vehicle Identification Number ... . . 6 How To Use This Manual .
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.
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Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION 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 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a 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 ....18 Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) .
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Open The Trunk ....24 Wind Buffeting ..... . 39 Using The Panic Alarm .
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ..52 Safety Tips ......78 Seat Belt Extender .
Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ignition switch.
Page 15: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion.
Page 16: Removing Key Fob From Ignition
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Removing Key Fob From Ignition at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob to the then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 17: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 WARNING! CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a remove the Key Fob from vehicle, cycle the ignition number of reasons.
Page 18: Sentry Key
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE will cause the reminder chime to sound. Refer to “Start- seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the ing Procedures” in “Starting And Operating” for further bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the information.
Page 19: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Replacement Keys Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho- rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the is one that has never been programmed.
Page 20: Vehicle Security Alarm
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference that may be Rearming Of The System received, including interference that may cause unde- If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to sired operation.
Page 21: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 arming process. If you wish to rearm the Vehicle Security To Disarm The System Alarm after closing the door, you must repeat one of the Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go previously-described arming sequences. Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go or insert a valid ignition key into the ignition switch.
Page 22: Illuminated Entry
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your key fob in range, or press the Keyless Enter-N-Go Start/ vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the Stop button (requires at least one valid Key Fob in the Vehicle Security Alarm will give you a false alarm.
Page 23: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: None of the courtesy lights will operate if the dimmer control is in the “defeat” position (extreme downward position), unless the overhead map/reading lights are turned on manually. REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from dis- tances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held...
Page 24 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” under “Things To Know 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First Fob removed.
Page 25: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • When not using the EVIC, perform the following Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated steps: will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm. 1.
Page 26: Remote Open Window Feature
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock 4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors its previous setting. are locked with the RKE transmitter or the Passive Entry NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- feature.
Page 27: Using The Panic Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 • You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” under “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted Using The Panic Alarm by the system.
Page 28: General Information
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference received, 2. Remove and replace the battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on the battery to the + sign on including interference that may cause undesired the inside of the battery clip, located on the back cover.
Page 29: How To Use Remote Start
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • RKE PANIC button not pressed. maintaining security. The system has a range of approxi- mately 300 ft (91 m). • System not disabled from previous remote start event NOTE: The vehicle must be equipped with an auto- •...
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The engine can be started two consecutive times with To Enter Remote Start Mode Press and release the REMOTE START button the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition must be on the RKE transmitter twice, within five sec- cycled by pushing the START/STOP button twice (or onds.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go fea- To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle Before the end of 15 minute cycle, press and release the ture, the message “Push Button/Insert Key” will dis- UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the play in the EVIC until you push the START button.
Page 32: Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS If the door lock knob is down when you shut the door, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the key is not Manual Door Locks inside the vehicle before closing the door. To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward.
Page 33: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Power Door Locks information on Keyless Enter-N-Go (Passive Entry), refer The power door lock switch is located on each door trim to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” in “Things To Know Before panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. Starting Your Vehicle”.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. The throttle is pressed 4. The driver door is opened 5. The vehicle speed is above 15 mph (24 km/h) 5. The doors were not previously unlocked 6. The doors were not previously locked using the power 6.
Page 35: Keyless Enter-N-Go - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 3. Within 15 seconds, cycle the ignition switch between KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — IF EQUIPPED OFF and ON/RUN and then back to OFF four times The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the ending up in the LOCK position.
Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If you unlock the doors using the passive entry door handles, but do NOT pull the handle, the doors will automatically lock after 60 seconds. To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver’s side of the vehicle, grab the front driver door handle to unlock the driver’s door automati-...
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 To Unlock From The Passenger Side: Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft Transmitter In Vehicle (1.5 m) of the passenger side of the vehicle, grab the front To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a passenger door handle to unlock both doors automati- Passive Entry RKE transmitter inside your vehicle, the...
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Enter The Trunk NOTE: If you inadvertently leave your vehicle’s Passive With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft Entry RKE transmitter in the trunk and try to close the (1.0 m) of the deck lid, press the button on the located on deck lid, the deck lid will automatically unlatch, unless the center of the light bar which is located on the deck lid...
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 NOTE: • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you have two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either passive entry door handle. • The passive entry system will not operate if the RKE transmitter battery is dead.
Page 40: Windows
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS There is a single window control on the passenger’s door trim panel that operates the window on the passenger’s Power Windows door. The window controls will operate only when the The window controls on the driver’s door control both of ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position.
Page 41: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 AUTO-Down Feature Wind Buffeting The driver’s door power window switch and passenger Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of door power window switch have an AUTO-down fea- pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ture.
Page 42: Trunk Safety Warning
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The transmission must be in PARK before the With the ignition switch in the OFF position or the key button will operate. If equipped with a manual transmis- removed from the ignition switch, the Trunk Open sym- sion, the vehicle speed must be under 5 mph (8 km/h) bol will display until the trunk is closed.
Page 43: Trunk Emergency Release
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Trunk Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: • Three-point lap and shoulder belts for the driver and all passengers • Advanced Front Airbags for driver and front passen- •...
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners to enhance Please pay close attention to the information in this occupant protection by managing occupant energy section. It tells you how to use your restraint system during an impact event properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible.
Page 45: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! can reduce the seriousness of injuries in an accident. • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The seat belt latch plate is contacting the seat when the WARNING! (Continued) belt is routed through the seat web guide. When the belt • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make is routed outside of the seat web guide, the latch plate your injuries in an accident much worse.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug WARNING! (Continued) belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in an • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. accident.
Page 49: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in an accident and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Page 50: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, Driver Center Passenger grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a First Row fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. Second Row 3.
Page 51: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will If Equipped hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- now in the Automatic Locking Mode.
Page 52: Energy Management Feature
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Energy Management Feature Seat Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy The seat belts for both front seating positions are Management feature in the front seating positions to help equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on remove slack from the seat belt in the event of an...
Page 53: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System The front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the (BeltAlert ) front passenger seat is unoccupied. BeltAlert may be BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and triggered when an animal or heavy object is on the front front passenger (if equipped with front passenger passenger seat or when the seat is folded flat (if...
Page 54: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position, but 4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. A single do not start the engine. Wait for the Seat Belt Reminder chime will sound to signify that you have successfully Light to turn off and then proceed to the next step.
Page 55: Seat Belt Extender
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Seat Belt Extender belt restraint systems. The driver’s Advanced Front Air- If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended your bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt passenger’s Advanced Front Airbag is mounted in the extender.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: These airbags are certified to the new Federal This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat- regulations for Advanced Airbags. Mounted Side Airbags (SAB) to provide enhanced pro- tection for an occupant during a side impact. The Supple- The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator mental Seat-Mounted Side Airbags are located in the design.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, Airbag System Components Your vehicle may be equipped with the following airbag and Seat Track Position Sensors system components: Advanced Front Airbag Features •...
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Airbags (SAB) WARNING! Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Airbags provide en- • No objects should be placed over or near the hanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact. The Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air- airbag on the instrument panel, because any such bag is marked with an airbag label sewn into the out- objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a...
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 When the airbag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each airbag deploys independently, that is a left side impact deploys the left airbag only and a right-side impact deploys only the right airbag.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system includes side impact sensors adjacent to both WARNING! (Continued) front and rear seat occupants that are calibrated to deploy • If your vehicle is equipped with SABIC airbags, the SABIC airbags during impacts that require airbag do not have any accessory items installed which occupant protection.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow risk of harm from a deploying airbag: children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.
Page 62: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do not lean against the door or window. If your vehicle WARNING! (Continued) has side airbags, and deployment occurs, the side airbags • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the panel during Advanced Front Airbag deployment door.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 ORC deploys the Advanced Front Airbags, SABIC air- The side airbags will not deploy in all side collisions. Side bags, SAB airbags, and front seat belt pretensioners, as airbag deployment will depend on the severity and type required, depending on the severity and type of impact.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC contains a backup power supply system that WARNING! may deploy the airbags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to Also, the ORC turns on the Airbag Warning protect you in a collision.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 based on the collision type and severity. The steering Based on the severity and type of collision, the side wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the airbag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle may be instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the triggered, releasing a quantity of non-toxic gas.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the side Enhanced Accident Response System curtain airbag. The inflating side curtain airbag pushes In the event of an impact causing airbag deployment, if the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and the communication network remains intact, and the covers the window.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 NOTE: Front and/or side airbags will not deploy in all airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye the airbag system.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad- WARNING! vanced airbag system. The airbag may inflate • Modifications to any part of the airbag system accidentally or may not function properly if modi- could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 69: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Airbag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine You will want to have the airbags 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 70: Child Restraints
68 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 •...
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! • Safety experts recommend that children ride In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg).
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing WARNING! more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child cannot sit Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in with knees bent over the vehicle’s seat cushion while the the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger...
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or WARNING! slouching can move the belt out of position. • Improper installation can lead to failure of an • If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the infant or child restraint.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE you make sure that you can install the child restraint in Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it. Your vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the child re- straint anchorage system called LATCH.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 All three rear-seating positions have lower anchorages that Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint are capable of accommodating LATCH-compatible child System seats. You should never install LATCH-compatible child We urge you to follow the manufacturer’s directions seats so that two seats share a common lower anchorage.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In addition, there are tether strap anchorages of the seatcover material. Then rotate the tether anchor- behind each rear seating position located in the age cover directly behind the seat where you are placing panel between the rear seatback and the rear the child restraint and attach the tether strap to the window.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out of Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child Belt restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through equipped with either an Automatic Locking Retractor...
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To install a child restraint, first, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to route it through the belt path of the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle.
Page 79: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to Transporting Pets the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc- An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly tions.
Page 80: Safety Tips
78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the should be considered a normal part of the break-in and limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. not interpreted as an indication of difficulty. However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can SAFETY TIPS be detrimental and should be avoided.
Page 81: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined WARNING! (Continued) areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your out of the area.
Page 82: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com- Airbag Warning Light plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, The light should come on and remain on for four to eight damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 they cannot slip out of position and interfere with the WARNING! (Continued) pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other • Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on ways.
Page 84: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lights WARNING! (Continued) Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high mounting can cause interference with the brake beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Page 85: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......87 “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of Sun Visor .
Page 86 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command — If Equipped ..122 Lights ......138 Voice Command System Operation .
Page 87 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 Flash-To-Pass ..... . 142 To Deactivate ..... . 148 Map/Reading Lights .
Page 88 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Security ......156 Sunroof Maintenance ....160 Troubleshooting Tips .
Page 89: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
Page 90: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped CAUTION! This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror.
Page 91: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 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 convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 92: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE move. When you are finished adjusting the mirror, turn Heated Mirrors — If Equipped the control to the center position to prevent accidentally These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This moving a mirror.
Page 93: Slide-On-Rod" And Extender Features Of Sun Visor
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 desired position. To use the extender feature of the sun visor, grab the extender which is located at the rear of the visor and pull rearward. Illuminated Vanity Mirror “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of Sun Visor To use the “Slide-On-Rod”...
Page 94: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
For Uconnect™ customer support, visit the following is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle’s websites: Uconnect™ Phone. The Uconnect™ Phone allows up to • www.chrysler.com/uconnect seven mobile phones to be linked to the system. Only one • www.dodge.com/uconnect...
Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 linked (or paired) mobile phone can be used with the Voice Command Button system at a time. The system is available in English, Actual button location may vary with the ra- Spanish, or French languages. dio.
Page 96: Operation
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Operation example, you can use the compound form voice Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ command “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone the compound form command into two voice com- menu structure.
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 • When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Phone” Cancel Command At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and and follow the audible prompts. you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a •...
Page 98 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the Call By Saying A Name vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three • Press the button to begin. and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the •...
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Add Names To Your Uconnect™ Phonebook After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect™ Phonebook is phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the recommended when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To call a name from downloaded (or Uconnect™) • Only the mobile phone’s phonebook is downloaded. Phonebook, follow the procedure in “Call by Saying a SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone- Name”...
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Object Exchange Profile (OBEX). Please see your phone Edit Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries Owner’s Manual for specific instructions on how to send NOTE: these entries from your phone. • Editing names in the phonebook is recommended NOTE: when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, 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 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries List All Names In The Uconnect™ Phonebook • Press the • Press the button to begin. button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 104: Phone Call Features
102 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 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to “Toggling Conference Call Between Calls” in this section. To combine two calls, refer When two calls are in progress (one active and one on to “Conference Call”...
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Termination Call Continuation To end a call in progress, momentarily press the Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Uconnect™ Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been button.
Page 107: Uconnect™ Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Uconnect™ Phone Features Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is Language Selection reachable: To change the language that the Uconnect™ Phone is • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency using: number for your area.
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may Towing Assistance not be applicable with the available mobile service and If you need towing assistance: area. • Press the button to begin. • If supported, this number may be programmable on •...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Paging When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that To learn how to page, refer to “Working with Automated normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence Systems”. Paging works properly except for pagers of on your mobile phone keypad, you can press the certain companies, which time out a little too soon to button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed...
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Uconnect™ Phone will then send the corresponding Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system tones over the phone. from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect™ Phone will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).
Page 111: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF) You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone When you mute the Uconnect™ Phone, you will still be keypad and still use the Uconnect™ Phone (while dialing able to hear the conversation coming from the other via the mobile phone keypad, the user must exercise party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, say “List Phones”. from your Uconnect™ Phone paired mobile phone to the Uconnect™ Phone or vice versa, press the button • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone names of and say “Transfer Call”.
Page 113: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 • The selected phone will be used for the next phone Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ call. If the selected phone is not available, the Phone Uconnect™ Phone will return to using the highest Uconnect™...
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE You can either press the Uconnect™ Phone button to Voice Command restore the factory setting or repeat the words and • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to phrases when prompted by the Uconnect™ Phone. For provide at least ⁄...
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 • 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). •...
Page 116 114 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 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 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 •...
Page 118 116 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 122 120 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 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 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 124: General Information
122 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 125: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 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 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) Changing the Volume • “System Setup” (to switch to system setup) 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button. Radio AM (or Radio Long Wave or Radio Medium Wave —...
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 • “Previous Channel” (to select the previous channel) Radio FM To switch to the FM band, say “FM” or “Radio FM”. In • “List Channel” (to hear a list of available channels) this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
Page 128 126 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) •...
Page 129: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 • “Language French” 2. Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by Uconnect™ Voice. For best results, the “Voice Training” • “Language Spanish” session should be completed when the vehicle is parked, • “Tutorial” engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan switched off.
Page 130: Power Seats
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. •...
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull upward or push downward on the seat switch, the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when you have reached the desired position.
Page 132: Heated Seats
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Do not place any article under a power seat or Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to control which could cause a collision and serious the seat controls.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. WARNING! Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for HIGH, one for LOW and none for OFF.
Page 134: Manual Front Seatback Recline
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Repeated overheating of the seat could damage the heating element and/or degrade the material of the seat. Manual Front Seatback Recline To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired position and release the lever.
Page 135: Easy Entry Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Easy Entry Seats Head Restraints Pull forward on the lever, located on the side of the Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury seatback, to dump the seatback forward and slide the seat by restricting head movement in the event of a rear forward.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Active Head Restraints — Front Seats The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with Active Head Restraints (AHR). In the event of a rear impact the AHRs will automatically extend forward minimizing the gap between the back of the occupants head and the AHR.
Page 137: Folding Rear Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 WARNING! Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players. These items may interfere with the operation of the Active Head Restraint in the event of a collision and could result in serious injury or death.
Page 138: To Open And Close The Hood
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD WARNING! Two latches must be released to open the hood. • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side position.
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety CAUTION! catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.
Page 140: Lights
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent for parking light and instrument panel light operation. Headlights And Parking Lights Turn it to the second detent for headlight, parking light The headlight switch is located on the left side of the and instrument panel light operation.
Page 141: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Headlights On With Wipers To activate the delay feature, place the ignition in the OFF (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) position while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on the headlights within 45 seconds.
Page 142: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates The high beam headlights will come on as Daytime when the fog lights are turned on. Running Lights whenever the ignition is placed in the NOTE: The fog lights will operate with the low beam RUN position, the headlights are off and the parking headlights or parking lights on.
Page 143: Turn Signals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 NOTE: • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective.
Page 144: Flash-To-Pass
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will turn on the high beam headlights until the lever is released. Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead console.
Page 145: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Interior Lights Dome Light Position The interior lights come on when a door is opened. Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is placed in...
Page 146: Windshield Wipers And Washers
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the first The multifunction lever operates the windshield detent past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper wipers and washer when the ignition is placed in operation, or to the second detent past the intermittent the RUN position.
Page 147: Mist Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper is cycles. The delay intervals will double in duration when turned off, the wipers will operate for three wipe cycles the vehicle speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.
Page 148: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is placed in the A (AUTO) position. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature.
Page 149: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 wheel outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the steering column in position, push the lever upward until right side of the steering wheel. fully engaged.
Page 150: To Activate
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control To Set A Desired Speed System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button vehicle set speed.
Page 151: To Resume Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 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 152: Overhead Console
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed Control. WARNING! Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control and have a collision.
Page 153: Sunglasses Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 These lights also turn on when a door is opened, when The HomeLink buttons are located in the overhead the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) console, and contain one, two or three dots/lines desig- transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is nating the different HomeLink channels.
Page 154: Programming Homelink
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming HomeLink WARNING! • Your motorized door or gate will open and close Before You Begin If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, while you are training the Universal Transceiver. erase all channels before you begin training.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 2. Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) NOTE: Some gate operators and garage door openers from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the EVIC may require you to replace Step 3 with procedures noted display in view.
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This can usually be found where the hanging antenna 1. 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 157: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Gate Operator/Canadian Programming successfully accepted the frequency signal. The EVIC Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- display will change from “CHANNEL # TRAINING” to nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of “CHANNEL # TRAINED.”...
Page 158: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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. Place the ignition in the RUN position. If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here are some of the most common solutions: 2.
Page 159: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The power sunroof switch is located between the sun Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following visors on the overhead console.
Page 160: Opening Sunroof - Express
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in second and the sunroof will open automatically from any the ignition switch (or with the ignition in the position.
Page 161: Closing Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 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 162: Wind Buffeting
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power sunroof Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of switch will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ignition switch is turned OFF.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 converted by your authorized dealer to provide power when the ignition is placed in the OFF position. NOTE: • To ensure proper operation a MOPAR knob and element must be used. • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts.
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The center console power outlet is powered directly from WARNING! the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this power outlet may discharge the battery and/or To avoid serious injury or death: •...
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • After the use of high power draw accessories or • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw long periods of the vehicle not being started (with power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 166: Cupholders
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS Illuminated Front Cupholders — If Equipped The front cupholders are illuminated with LEDs. They Front Cupholders are turned on with the headlights or parking lights. Refer The front cupholders are located in the center console. to “Lights”...
Page 167: Rear Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Rear Cupholders CONSOLE FEATURES The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest Sliding Center Console Armrest between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned The center console armrest slides forward with three forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide detents to provide flexibility for comfort, cupholder use convenient access to beverage cans or bottles while...
Page 168: Console Storage
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Console Storage The center console has a storage compartment located underneath the armrest, and also contains a 12 Volt power outlet, a molded-in coin holder (designed to hold various size coins). The center console may also be equipped with a Universal Consumer Interface (UCI).
Page 169: Rear Window Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to The rear window defroster button is located on the the heating elements: climate control (Mode) knob. Press this button to •...
Page 171: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....172 Keyless Enter-N-Go Display — If Equipped ......193 Instrument Cluster .
Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Media Center 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/ Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio RBZ/RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — (Sales Code RES+RSC)....210 If Equipped .
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 Controlling The iPod Or External USB CD Player ......234 Device Using Radio Buttons ... . . 227 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance .
Page 174: Instrument Panel Features
172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlets 5 — Heated Seat Switch 9 — Ignition Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — ESP OFF Switch 10 — Trunk Release Button 3 — Glove Compartment 7 — Hazard Warning Switch 11 —...
Page 175: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 176: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 5. Tachometer The red segments indicate the maximum permissible 1. Fuel Gauge engine revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when range.
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 7. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light If the light is flashing when the engine is running, This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check immediate service is required. In this case, you may when the ignition switch is placed in the ON/ experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle RUN position.
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 9. Turn Signal Indicators CAUTION! The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal when the turn signal lever is operated. Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads NOTE: “H,”...
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 11. Engine Temperature Warning Light 13. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light This light will turn on and a single chime will / Brake Assist System (BAS) Warning Light sound to warn of an overheated engine condition. The malfunction light for the Electronic Stabil- When this light turns on, the engine temperature ity Program (ESP) is combined with Brake...
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 15. High Beam Indicator WARNING! This indicator will turn on when the high beam headlights are on. Push the multifunction lever If the warning light remains on, the system may not away from the steering wheel to switch the headlights to be working and you will not have the benefit of ESP high beam.
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 17. Shift Lever Indicator — the repair technician should leave the odometer reading Automatic Transmission Only the same as it was before the repair or service. If s/he The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the cannot do so, then the odometer must be set at zero, and instrument cluster.
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap Center (EVIC) messages when the appropriate conditions may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). exist. Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center Lo tirE (EVIC) for further information.
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 change indicator system is duty cycle based, which NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate start the engine, the oil change indicator system did not dependent upon your personal driving style. reset.
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL indicated by the Brake Warning Light which will turn on Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force dropped below a specified level.
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 21. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS CAUTION! malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is The TPMS has been optimized for the original combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipment tires and wheels.
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, the ignition is in the ON/RUN position before engine then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not start. If the MIL does not come on when turning the key functioning and service is required.
Page 188: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING! A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you drive slowly or park over flammable substances such as dry plants or wood or cardboard, etc. This could result in death or serious injury to the driver, occu- pants or others.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 • Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering • Tire Pressure Monitor System wheel: • Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) • Compass Display •...
Page 190: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU Button SELECT Button Press and release the MENU button to access Press and release the SELECT button for access the main menu, or to return to the main menu to main menus, sub menus or to select a from the sub-menus.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 • Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) • Did Not Train • Personal Settings Not Available – Vehicle Not in PARK • Low Tire Pressure (with a single chime) • Left/Right Door Ajar •...
Page 192: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Press Brake & Push Button to Start position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the MENU button. To reset the oil change indica- • Push Button or Insert Key/Turn To Run (refer to tor system (after performing the scheduled maintenance) “Remote Starting System”...
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 • Distance To Empty The FUEL SAVER MODE message will display above the average fuel economy in the EVIC display. This message • Trip A will appear whenever MDS (if equipped) allows the • Trip B engine to operate on four cylinders, or if you are driving in a fuel efficient manner.
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This feature allows you to monitor when you are driving determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and in a fuel efficient manner, and it can be used to modify average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank driving habits in order to increase fuel economy.
Page 195: Keyless Enter-N-Go Display - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 • Elapsed Time Keyless Enter-N-Go Display — If Equipped Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset When the ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed to when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed change ignition switch positions, the Keyless Enter-N-Go time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON icon momentarily appears in the EVIC display showing...
Page 196: Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (Dss) - If Equipped
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Video Surround The round symbol in the middle rotates to point at the new ignition switch position. If desired, the ignition • Audio Surround switch position graphic can be set to be constantly visible by pressing the EVIC MENU button until the display While in the Surround Sound menu, press the SELECT appears.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 displayed temperature, therefore temperature readings 3. Press the UP or DOWN button until “CALIBRATE are not updated when the vehicle is not moving. COMPASS” displays in the EVIC. Automatic Compass Calibration 4. Press and release the SELECT button to start the This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the calibration.
Page 198: System Warnings (Customer Information Features)
196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of 2. Press and release the MENU button until Personal the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Settings displays in the EVIC. Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass 3.
Page 199: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 • Oil Pressure SELECT button while in this display to select English, Shows the actual oil pressure. Espanol, or Francais. Then, as you continue, the informa- tion will display in the selected language. • Tire Pressure Shows the actual tire pressure for each tire (EXCLUDING NOTE: The EVIC will not change the Uconnect™...
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Remote Key Unlock only result in the driver’s door opening. If driver door When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, only the driver’s first is selected, once the driver door is opened, the door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless interior door lock/unlock switch can be used to unlock Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button.
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 Headlamps On with Wipers Hill Start Assist (HSA) — If Equipped (Available with Auto Headlamps Only) When on is selected, the HSA system is active. Refer to When ON is selected, and the headlight switch is in the “Electronic Brake Control System”...
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL vehicle door will cancel this feature. To make your or unlock buttons. To make your selection, press and selection, press and release the SELECT button until release the SELECT button until a check-mark appears “Off,” “45 sec.,” “5 min.,” “10 min.,” “30 min.,” or “60 next to the feature showing the system has been activated min.”...
Page 203: If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 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 204 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 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 206: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button — Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding To Set the Pushbutton Memory button number will display. When you are receiving a station that you wish to Buttons 1 - 6 commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RND These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you button.
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), CAUTION! recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact • This CD player will accept 4-3/4 in (12 cm) discs discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 209: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 Notes on Playing MP3 Files The radio uses the following limits for file systems: The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 file recording media and formats are limited. When •...
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal Specification quency (kHz) CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). 320, 256, 224, 192, Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after MPEG-1 Audio 160, 128, 112, 96,...
Page 211: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 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 212: Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio (Sales Code Res+Rsc)
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 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 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ RW/FF SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons will begin to blink. causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL seconds will allow the program format type to be se- control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the lected.
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is Program Type 16-Digit Character Display displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency News News station with the same selected Music Type name. The Nostalgia Nostalga Music Type function only operates when in the FM mode.
Page 217: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 AM/FM Button and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice. SET/RND Button —...
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), CAUTION! recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 220: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of files: 255 Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file file recording media and formats are limited. When names and folder names is limited.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of Specification quency (kHz) multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in 320, 256, 224, 192, longer disc loading times.
Page 222: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium on the disc.
Page 223: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) to return to elapsed time display. Press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when the Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode ignition is OFF).
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a wel- using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is come kit that contains general information, including selected. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the how to setup your on-line listening account. For further Sirius ID number will display.
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 Reception Quality SEEK Buttons Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next following reasons: channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down.
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the channel with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 227: Ipod /Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone and press and release that button. If a button is not (If Equipped) selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- Refer to “Uconnect™...
Page 228: Connecting The Ipod Or External Usb Device
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may not fully support the iPod control features. Please visit Apple’s website for software updates. NOTE: • If the radio has a USB port, refer to the appropriate Uconnect™...
Page 229: Using This Feature
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 NOTE: If the audio device battery is completely dis- Controlling The iPod or External USB Device charged, it may not communicate with the iPod /USB/ Using Radio Buttons MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained. To get into the iPod /USB/MP3 control mode and access Leaving the audio device connected to the iPod /USB/ a connected audio device, either press the “AUX”...
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Turning it counterclockwise (backward) by one • While a track is playing, press the INFO button to see click, will jump to the previous track in the list or the associated metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) press VR button and say Previous Track for that track.
Page 231: List Or Browse Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 • RND button (available on sales code RES radio only): press the TUNE control knob to select and start Pressing this button toggles between Shuffle ON and playing the track. Turning the TUNE control knob Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod or external USB fast will scroll through the list faster.
Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Preset 5 – Audiobooks • MUSIC TYPE button: The MUSIC TYPE button is another shortcut button to the genre listing on your • Preset 6 – Podcasts audio device. • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current CAUTION! list on the top line and the first item in that list on the second line.
Page 233: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 phone system. Seven devices can be paired to Uconnect™ WARNING! phone system, but just one can be selected and played. Do not plug in or remove the iPod or external USB Selecting different Audio Device device while driving.
Page 234: Kicker High Performance Sound System With Driver-Selectable Surround (Dss) - If Equipped
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Browse Your vehicle is equipped with a state of the art audio Browsing is not available on a BTSA device. Only the amplifier that provides 5.1-channel simulated surround current song that is playing will display info. sound from any stereo audio source.
Page 235: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 dependent on the mix of the original recording. Some audio will sound better in DSS modes, others in Stereo mode. NOTE: Dependent on the audio source, the output may sound better in stereo or DDS surround mode. When in “Audio Surround”...
Page 236: Radio Operation
234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing the center button will make the radio switch CD Player between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/ Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next CD/HDD/AUX/VES, etc.). track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track, or to the The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a beginning of the previous track if it is within one second...
Page 237: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 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 238: Climate Controls
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS Automatic Operation Operation of the system is quite simple. Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- 1. Turn the Mode Control knob (on the right) and the cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at Blower Control knob (on the left) to AUTO.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 2. Dial in the temperature you would The recommended setting for maximum comfort for the like the system to maintain by rotating average person is 72°F (22°C); however, this may vary. the Temperature Control knob. Once NOTE: the comfort level is selected, the sys- •...
Page 240: Blower Control
238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If your air conditioning performance seems lower than Manual Operation expected, check the front of the A/C condenser located This system offers a full complement of manual override in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt or features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic, insects.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239...
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Floor The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to 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 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 • Air Conditioner Control NOTE: • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK Press this button to turn on the air conditioning during manual operation position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. only. When the air conditioning is •...
Page 244: Operating Tips
242 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 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 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 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 247: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....250 Engine Block Heater — If Equipped ..257 Manual Transmission –...
Page 248 246 STARTING AND OPERATING AutoStick ......270 Brake System ..... . . 279 Operation .
Page 249 STARTING AND OPERATING 247 Tire Safety Information ....288 Tire Spinning ..... . 304 Tire Markings .
Page 250 248 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Requirements ....319 Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ....325 3.6L And 5.7L Engine Fuel Requirements .
Page 251 STARTING AND OPERATING 249 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ..331 Trailer And Tongue Weight ... . 337 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ..331 Towing Requirements .
Page 252: Starting Procedures
250 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Manual Transmission – If Equipped Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the Apply the parking brake, place the shift lever in NEU- inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if TRAL and press the clutch pedal before starting vehicle.
Page 253: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 251 WARNING! CAUTION! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- started. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic con- ing precautions are not observed: •...
Page 254: Keyless Enter-N-Go - If Equipped
252 STARTING AND OPERATING Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated Installing and Removing the ENGINE Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START START/STOP Button position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The Installing the Button starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage automatically when the engine is running.
Page 255: Normal Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 253 NOTE: The ENGINE START/STOP button should only Using the ENGINE START/STOP Button – be removed or inserted with the ignition in the OFF Manual Transmission Only position. NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm Normal Starting engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
Page 256 254 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position. To Turn Off the Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button – Manual Transmission Only 3. If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/ STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle 1.
Page 257: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or 29°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 255 • If the vehicle speed is above 5 mph (8 km/h), the • Starting with the ignition switch in the OFF position: ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to seconds before the engine will shut off.
Page 258: If Engine Fails To Start
256 STARTING AND OPERATING If Engine Fails To Start Clearing a Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE START/STOP Button) – WARNING! Automatic Transmission Only If the engine fails to start after you have followed the • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into “Normal Starting”...
Page 259: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 257 the way to the floor and hold it, then press and hold the CAUTION! ENGINE START/STOP button for no more than 15 sec- onds. Release the accelerator pedal and the clutch pedal, To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 sec- wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting”...
Page 260: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
258 STARTING AND OPERATING The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one CAUTION! hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. • Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch WARNING! pedal, or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged, as this will cause Remember to disconnect the engine block heater abnormal wear on the clutch.
Page 261 STARTING AND OPERATING 259 NOTE: During cold weather, you may experience in- Shifting creased effort in shifting until the transmission fluid Fully press the clutch pedal and lift your foot off the warms up. This is normal. accelerator pedal before shifting gears. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator pedal.
Page 262 260 STARTING AND OPERATING MANUAL TRANSMISSION CAUTION! RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDS Always make sure the vehicle comes to a complete Axle Ratio stop before shifting into REVERSE. Failure to do so may result in transmission damage. 3.73 (km/h) (32) (40) (67) You must always use first gear (or Reverse) when starting 3.91 from a standing position.
Page 263 STARTING AND OPERATING 261 with the ignition switch in the ON position (RUN possible fuel economy from your vehicle. This occurs position for Keyless Enter-N-Go), as compared to the when the engine coolant (antifreeze) is higher than 106°F ignition LOCK position (OFF position for Keyless (41°C), vehicle speed is greater than 19 mph (30 km/h) Enter-N-Go).
Page 264: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
262 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! CAUTION! Skipping more than one gear while downshifting, could cause you to lose control of your vehicle. You Damage to the automatic transmission may occur if could have a collision. the following precautions are not observed: •...
Page 265: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 • Shift lever position WARNING! • Accelerator position It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or • Vehicle speed NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, The gear shifting process is continuously adapted, de- the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in pendent on the driving style, the driving situation, and...
Page 266 264 STARTING AND OPERATING • The electronically-controlled transmission provides a WARNING! precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are self-calibrating. Therefore, the first few shifts on a new Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure vehicle may be somewhat abrupt or soft until after the those in and near the vehicle.
Page 267: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 265 Over-Temperature Mode Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System The transmission electronics constantly monitor the This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift transmission oil temperature. If the transmission exceeds Interlock (BTSI) system that holds the shift lever in the normal operating temperature, the transmission will PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK change the way it shifts to help control the condition.
Page 268: Five-Speed Automatic Transmission
266 STARTING AND OPERATING Five-Speed Automatic Transmission Gear Ranges Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be PARK done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the This range supplements the parking brake by locking the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake transmission.
Page 269 STARTING AND OPERATING 267 WARNING! CAUTION! Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the Damage to the shifter could result if the shift lever is parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully moved out of PARK before the ignition is turned when parked to guard against vehicle movement and from the LOCK (OFF position with Keyless Enter-N- possible injury or damage.
Page 270 268 STARTING AND OPERATING The transmission automatically upshifts through fifth CAUTION! gear. The DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operating conditions. Coasting the vehicle or driving for any other reason with the shift lever in NEUTRAL can result in When frequent transmission shifting occurs when using transmission damage.
Page 271 STARTING AND OPERATING 269 Temporary Transmission Limp Home Mode 3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position (OFF The transmission is monitored for abnormal conditions. position with Keyless Enter-N-Go). If a condition is detected that could result in transmission 4.
Page 272: Autostick
270 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOSTICK overspeed condition would result. It will remain in the AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission that offers selected gear until another upshift or downshift is cho- manual gear shifting to provide you with more control of sen.
Page 273: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 271 • The transmission will automatically shift up when WARNING! maximum engine speed is reached while AutoStick is engaged. Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their • Transmission shifting will be more crisp/abrupt when grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or AutoStick is engaged.
Page 274: Traction
272 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. visible. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the rear 4.
Page 275: Flowing/Rising Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 273 Flowing/Rising Water CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water WARNING! before driving through it. Never drive through Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path where standing water that is deeper than the bottom of water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 276 274 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 277: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 POWER STEERING If the “SERVICE POWER STEERING SYSTEM” Your vehicle is equipped with an electro-hydraulic power message and a flashing icon are displayed on steering system that will give you good vehicle response the EVIC screen, it indicates that the vehicle and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces.
Page 278: Parking Brake
276 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: NOTE: • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will these conditions there will be a substantial increase in flash.
Page 279: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 277 Manual Transmission – If Equipped Automatic Transmission – If Equipped The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To release the lower left corner of the instrument panel.
Page 280 278 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage the parking brake. Always apply the parking or injury.
Page 281: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 BRAKE SYSTEM Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) — If Equipped Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic vehicle stability and brake performance under most systems loses normal capability, the remaining braking conditions.
Page 282 280 STARTING AND OPERATING ABS is activated during braking under certain road or WARNING! stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in- • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains so- clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops. phisticated electronic equipment that may be sus- ceptible to interference caused by improperly in- You also may experience the following when the brake...
Page 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) The “Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent Light” monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System. The the natural laws of physics from acting on the light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering the ON position and may stay on for as long as four...
Page 284: Electronic Brake Control System
282 STARTING AND OPERATING If both the “Brake Warning Light” and the “ABS Warning Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Light” remain on, the ABS and EBD systems are not This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control functioning. Immediate repair to the ABS system is under adverse braking conditions by controlling hydrau- required.
Page 285: Traction Control System (Tcs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 Traction Control System (TCS) Brake Assist System (BAS) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each This system complements the ABS by optimizing the driven wheel. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is vehicle braking capability during emergency braking applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is maneuvers.
Page 286: Hill Start Assist (Hsa) - Manual Transmission Only
284 STARTING AND OPERATING brake pedal. If the driver does not apply the throttle WARNING! during this short period of time, the system will release brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill. The The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics system will release brake pressure in proportion to from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in...
Page 287: Electronic Stability Program (Esp)
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel. Engine WARNING! power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle There may be situations on minor hills (i.e., less than maintain the desired path.
Page 288 286 STARTING AND OPERATING active. The “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” also flashes when The ESP system has two available operating modes: TCS is active. If the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” begins to ESP On flash during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and This is the normal operating mode for the ESP.
Page 289: Esp/Bas Malfunction Indicator Light And Esp/Tcs Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 287 switch and the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” will illumi- sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the nate. To turn the ESP ON again, momentarily press the “Partial Off” mode by momentarily pressing the “ESP “ESP OFF”...
Page 290: Tire Safety Information
288 STARTING AND OPERATING both. If the light remains on after several ignition cycles TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION and you have driven the vehicle several miles (kilome- Tire Markings ters) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), and the ESP is synchronized (refer to Synchronizing ESP), see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected.
Page 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 • Temporary spare tires are high-pressure compact NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. spares designed for temporary emergency use only. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion.
Page 292 290 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart TIRE SIZING TERMS 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 293 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 TIRE SIZING TERMS 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 294 292 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 295: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 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 296: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
294 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: Tire Placard Location 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed 2) total weight your vehicle can carry on the driver’s side B-Pillar.
Page 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 Loading To determine the maximum loading conditions of your The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you lbs.”...
Page 298 296 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your sengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available 4.
Page 299 STARTING AND OPERATING 297...
Page 300: Tires - General Information
298 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.
Page 301: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s 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 302 300 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 303: Radial Ply Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 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 304: Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel - If Equipped
302 STARTING AND OPERATING Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire and CAUTION! Wheel – If Equipped The spare tire of your vehicle is equivalent in look and Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take function as the original equipment tire and wheel found your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a on the front or rear axle of your vehicle.
Page 305: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 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 306: Tire Spinning
304 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 above 30 mph (48 km/h). Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle”...
Page 307: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 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 308: Replacement Tires
306 STARTING AND OPERATING Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little WARNING! exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than with oil, grease, and gasoline. that specified for your vehicle.
Page 309: Tire Chains
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the following precautions: adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire • Because of restricted chain clearance between tires failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 310: Snow Tires
308 STARTING AND OPERATING SNOW TIRES CAUTION! (Continued) Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires • Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pave- during the winter. All season tires satisfy this require- ment. ment and can be identified by the M+S designation on •...
Page 311: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be maintenance intervals. More frequent rotation is permis- checked before using these tire types. sible if desired.
Page 312: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
310 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR 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 mended cold placard pressure.
Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 For example, your vehicle may have a recommended CAUTION! cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure • The TPMS has been optimized for the original of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), equipment tires and wheels.
Page 314: Base System
312 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: • 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 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings Service TPMS Warning The “TPM Telltale Light” will illuminate in the If a system fault is detected, the “TPM Telltale Light” will instrument cluster, a “LOW TIRE” message will be flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
Page 316: Premium System - If Equipped
314 STARTING AND OPERATING Vehicles with Compact Spare 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, 1. The compact spare tire does not have a TPM sensor. the TPMS will update automatically and the “TPM Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in the Telltale Light”...
Page 317 STARTING AND OPERATING 315 The TPMS consists of the following components: • Receiver module, • Four TPM sensors, • Various TPMS messages, which display in the Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), and • TPM Telltale Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The “TPM Telltale Light”...
Page 318 316 STARTING AND OPERATING Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible for a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes and inflate all of the tires with a low pressure condition (- -) in place of the pressure value to indicate which (those flashing in the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s sensor is not being received.
Page 319 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, The EVIC will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault message for a minimum of five seconds when a system no longer exists, the “TPM Telltale Light”...
Page 320: General Information
318 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, limit, upon the next ignition switch cycle, the “TPM the TPMS will update automatically.
Page 321: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 The TPM sensors are regulated under one of the follow- Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to ing licenses: your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is required.
Page 322: L Engine (With Manual Transmission)
320 STARTING AND OPERATING 5.7L Engine (with Manual Transmission) Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends The 5.7L engine (with manual transmis- Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- sion) is designed to meet all emissions genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- regulations and provide excellent fuel ates are required in some areas of the country during the economy and performance when using...
Page 323: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 • disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- engine controller memory ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged content may void the vehicle’s warranty.
Page 324: Materials Added To Fuel
322 STARTING AND OPERATING can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the CAUTION! (Continued) United States. MMT is prohibited in Federal and Califor- • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law. nia reformulated gasoline. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor- Materials Added to Fuel mance and damage the emissions control system.
Page 325: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 323 NOTE: Intentional tampering with the emissions con- WARNING! (Continued) trol system can result in civil penalties being assessed • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon against you. monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can Carbon Monoxide Warnings kill.
Page 326: Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) - If Equipped
324 STARTING AND OPERATING FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED E-85 General Information The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel ve- hicles only. These vehicles can be identified by a unique fuel filler door label that states Ethanol (E-85) or Un- leaded Gasoline Only.
Page 327: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
STARTING AND OPERATING 325 WARNING! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury. Never have any smok- ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov- ing the fuel filler tube cap (gas cap) or filling the tank.
Page 328: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
326 STARTING AND OPERATING • you drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for at Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles least 5 miles (8 km) (E-85) and Gasoline Vehicles FFV vehicles operated on E-85 require specially formu- Observing these precautions will avoid possible hard lated engine oils.
Page 329: Cruising Range
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 NOTE: Use of the engine block heater (if equipped) is CAUTION! beneficial for E-85 startability when the ambient tempera- ture is less than 32°F (0°C). Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol compatible components can damage your vehicle. Cruising Range Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter Maintenance...
Page 330: Adding Fuel
328 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle. Use a finger to pull open the door. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
Page 331 STARTING AND OPERATING 329 CAUTION! WARNING! • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near system could result from using an improper fuel the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filler tube cap (gas cap).
Page 332: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
330 STARTING AND OPERATING • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel VEHICLE LOADING tank is full. The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on the “Vehicle Certification Label.” This information Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message should be used for passenger and luggage loading as If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel indicated.
Page 333: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear WARNING! • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is • Type of Vehicle important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can •...
Page 334: Loading
332 STARTING AND OPERATING Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle NOTE: Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed separately. It is important that you distribute the load to the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR evenly over the front and rear axles.
Page 335: Common Towing Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 Common Towing Definitions The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your The following trailer towing related definitions will assist fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight you in understanding the following information: of the trailer must be supported by the scale.
Page 336 334 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Sway Control WARNING! The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue It is important that you do not exceed the maximum that typically provides adjustable friction associated with front or rear GAWR.
Page 337 STARTING AND OPERATING 335 Weight-Distributing Hitch WARNING! A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- • An improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the system may reduce handling, stability, braking tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s).
Page 338: Trailer Hitch Classification
336 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can Standards tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Page 339: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 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 Max. Tongue Wt. (Gross Trailer Wt.) 3.6L Automatic 12 sq ft (1.11 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) 5.7L Automatic...
Page 340: Towing Requirements
338 STARTING AND OPERATING Consider the following items when computing the Towing Requirements weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- train components the following guidelines are recom- • The tongue weight of the trailer. mended: •...
Page 341 STARTING AND OPERATING 339 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Page 342 340 STARTING AND OPERATING − Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- WARNING! (Continued) sures before trailer usage. 2. GTW − Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage 3. GAWR before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General 4.
Page 343 STARTING AND OPERATING 341 − An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is WARNING! required when towing a trailer with electronically • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic hydraulic brake lines.
Page 344 342 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights and Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven- pin wiring harness.
Page 345: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 343 Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing up the trailer in an area located away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How- ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, use the AutoStick mode to select a lower gear range.
Page 346 344 STARTING AND OPERATING specified for “police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer tow- adequate performance. For example, choose “4” if the ing.” Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper desired speed can be maintained. Choose “3” or “2” if maintenance intervals. needed to maintain the desired speed.
Page 347: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 − Air Conditioning Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle — Turn off temporarily. Manual Transmission Flat towing of vehicles equipped with a manual trans- RECREATIONAL TOWING mission is permitted within the following limitations: (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi- Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle —...
Page 349: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....349 Preparations For Jacking ....363 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 350 348 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Shift Lever Override ....375 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The With Keyless Enter-N-Go —...
Page 351: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 349 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the switch bank near the bottom center of the instrument potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- panel.
Page 352: Tirefit Kit - If Equipped
350 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT KIT — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! Small punctures up to ⁄ ” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with TIREFIT. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or Driving with a hot cooling system could damage nails) should not be removed from the tire.
Page 353: Tirefit Storage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 351 TIREFIT Storage TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk. 1. Sealant Bottle TIREFIT Location 2. Deflation Button 3. Pressure Gauge 4. Power Button...
Page 354: Tirefit Usage Precautions
352 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Mode Select Knob Using The Power Button Push and release the Power Button (4) once to 6. Sealant Hose (Clear) turn ON the TIREFIT kit. Push and release the 7. Air Pump Hose (Black) Power Button (4) again to turn OFF the TIRE- FIT kit.
Page 355 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 353 • The Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) is a one tire avoid injecting sealant into them. The TIREFIT Sealant application use. After each use, always immediately is only intended to seal punctures less than ⁄...
Page 356 354 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to − If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat tire. come in contact with hair, eyes, or clothing. TIRE- FIT is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed −...
Page 357: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 355 Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT (B) Setting Up To Use TIREFIT: (A) Whenever You Stop To Use TIREFIT: 1. Remove the gloves from the Accessory Storage Com- partment (located on the bottom of the air pump) and 1.
Page 358 356 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – nails) from the tire. 10 seconds through the Sealant Hose (6): (C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated 1.
Page 359 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 357 NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on air mode and If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air Pump pressure within 15 minutes: Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
Page 360 358 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle storage WARNING! location. Quickly proceed to (D) “Securing TIREFIT Seal- ant in the Tire”. TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using CAUTION! TIREFIT.
Page 361 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 359 If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 Bar) , the tire is too 4. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at the badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle earliest opportunity at an authorized dealer or tire ser- further.
Page 362: Jacking And Tire Changing
360 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Clean any remaining sealant from the TIREFIT hous- JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ing. WARNING! 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) to the housing so • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in the front of the housing.
Page 363: Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 361 2. Lift the access cover using the pull strap. WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only.
Page 364 362 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Remove the fastener securing the spare tire. Jack Fastener Spare Tire Fastener WARNING! 4. Remove the spare tire. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack. hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle.
Page 365: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 363 Preparations For Jacking 4. Place the shift lever into PARK (automatic transmis- sion) or REVERSE (manual transmission). 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible. Avoid icy or slippery 5.
Page 366: Jacking And Changing A Tire
364 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking And Changing A Tire WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. help prevent personal injury or damage to your •...
Page 367 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 365 CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle. 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and lug wrench. 2. If equipped with steel wheels, do not remove the wheel cover at this time.
Page 368 366 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Before raising the vehicle, use the lug wrench to 4. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to loosen, but not remove, the lug nuts on the wheel with the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly the flat tire.
Page 369 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 367 WARNING! WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and do not fully tighten the wheel nuts until the vehicle hurt someone near it.
Page 370: Compact Spare Tire
368 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • This tire is designed as an emergency spare only. Do WARNING! not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) speed. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or WARNING! hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle.
Page 371: Wheel Cover Or Center Cap Installation - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 369 Wheel Cover Or Center Cap Installation — If Equipped NOTE: Do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. For vehicles equipped with wheel covers, perform Steps 2 and 3.
Page 372: Jump-Starting Procedures
370 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped 8. Stow the jack, tools, and spare tire. Make sure the base end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug of the jack faces the rear of the vehicle before tightening nuts.
Page 373: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 371 NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack Preparations For Jump-Start follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. precautions. Remote battery posts are located on the right side of the engine compartment for jump-starting.
Page 374: Jump-Starting Procedure
372 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
Page 375 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 373 CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark or the discharged vehicle.
Page 376: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
374 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion.
Page 377: Shift Lever Override
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 375 NOTE: Turn off the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) WARNING! before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Stability Program,” or “Traction Control” in “Starting and Oper- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ating” for further information. ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires.
Page 378: With Keyless Enter-N-Go - If Equipped
376 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 6. Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position. 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. 5.
Page 379: Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) - Automatic Transmissions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 377 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat CAUTION! Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) — • If the transmission is not operative or if the Automatic Transmissions Flat towing of vehicles equipped with an automatic vehicle is to be towed more than 15 mi (24 km) or transmission is permitted within the following limita- faster than 30 mph (48 km/h), then the only ap-...
Page 380: Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) - Manual Transmissions
378 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat CAUTION! Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) — • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front Manual Transmissions Flat towing of vehicles equipped with a manual trans- with sling-type towing equipment.
Page 381: Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 379 CAUTION! CAUTION! • If the transmission is not operative then the only • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front approved method of towing is with a flatbed with sling-type towing equipment. Damage to the truck.
Page 383: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment – 3.6L ... . . 384 Maintenance Procedures ....389 Engine Compartment —...
Page 384 382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System ....400 Vehicle Storage ..... . 425 Cooling System .
Page 385 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 License Lamp ..... . 431 Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts ..433 Fluid Capacities .
Page 386: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 3.6L 1 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 5 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 6 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 7 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 4 —...
Page 387: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 5 — Engine Oil Fill 2 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 6 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 4 —...
Page 388: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.
Page 389: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 Trip Odometer button to turn off the message. If the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II problem continues, the message will appear the next time system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the vehicle is started.
Page 390: Replacement Parts
388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 391: Dealer Service
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
Page 392: Engine Oil
390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil CAUTION! (Continued) Checking Oil Level – 3.6L Engine • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must that protect the performance and durability of be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
Page 393 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 391 Checking Oil Level – 5.7L Engine Change Engine Oil To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Page 394 392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) – 3.6L Engine Identification Symbol SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended for all operating This symbol means that the oil has temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature been certified by the American starting and vehicle fuel economy.
Page 395: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended Materials Added to Engine Oil engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on Do not add any supplemental materials, other than leak engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart- detection dyes, to the engine oil.
Page 396: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Filter Selection WARNING! This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high provide a measure of protection in the case of engine quality filters should be used to assure most efficient backfire.
Page 397: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 Maintenance-Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- tenance required. NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump-starting.
Page 398 396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 399: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.
Page 400: Body Lubrication
398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental removed.
Page 401: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt residual water.
Page 402: Exhaust System
400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 403 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- CAUTION! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst leaded fuel only.
Page 404: Cooling System
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- Cooling System age: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion.
Page 405 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 Coolant Checks drain from the coolant recovery bottle. DO NOT RE- Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every MOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT. applicable).
Page 406 404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may intervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be used up result in engine damage and may decrease corro- to five years or 104,000 miles (169 000 km) before replace- sion protection.
Page 407 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. (antifreeze) solution.
Page 408 406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal of Used 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 engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing en- with your local authorities to determine the disposal gine coolant (antifreeze).
Page 409: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven.
Page 410 408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing WARNING! the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the “MAX” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision.
Page 411 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 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 412: Clutch Hydraulic System - Manual Transmission (If Equipped)
410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE bottom of the fill hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain WARNING! (Continued) the proper level. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu- • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- ine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further nate the brake fluid.
Page 413: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 Automatic Transmission – If Equipped policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as Selection of Lubricant they may adversely affect seals. It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- CAUTION! mance.
Page 414: Rear Axle
412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid and Filter Changes CAUTION! Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- maintenance intervals. facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque fluid and filter should be changed.
Page 415: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 Change Axle Fluid What Causes Corrosion? Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of maintenance intervals. paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion The most common causes are: •...
Page 416 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- CAUTION! (Continued) lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug • Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove. (8 274 kPa) can result in damage or removal of •...
Page 417 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible. The non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Only MOPAR the owner. equivalent is recommended.
Page 418 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For grease stains, apply MOPAR Multi-Purpose Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular Cleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery soap residue.
Page 419 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 Cleaning Headlights right rear quarter window equipped with the radio Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and antenna. Do not use scrapers or other sharp instrument less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. that may scratch the elements.
Page 420: Fuses
418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Maintenance FUSES Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical Integrated Power Module (IPM) solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
Page 421 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse • When installing the integrated power module — 15 Amp Washer Motor cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- Blue erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so —...
Page 422 420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — — — — — — 30 Amp — Windshield Wiper — — — Pink — — — 30 Amp — Anti-Lock Brake System —...
Page 423: Rear Power Distribution Center
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 Rear Power Distribution Center There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays. Rear Power Distribution Center Access Panel...
Page 424 422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse • When installing the power distribution center 60 Amp — Ignition Off Draw cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- Yellow (IOD) Cavity 1 of the erly positioned and fully latched.
Page 425 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Fuel Pump — 10 Amp AC Heater Control/ Yellow Cluster/Security Mod- ule – If Equipped — 15 Amp Audio Amplifier – If Blue Equipped —...
Page 426 424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 10 Amp Occupant Restraint — —...
Page 427: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 passenger seat switch is fused by the 25 Amp circuit Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description breaker in cavity 12. The door modules, the driver power Fuse Fuse window switch, and the passenger power window — 10 Amp Heated Mirrors –...
Page 428: Replacement Bulbs
426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb Number Headlamp – High Intensity Discharge (HID) ......D1S LIGHT BULBS –...
Page 429: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 BULB REPLACEMENT WARNING! Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of Park/Turn Lamp — Models with Halogen HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned Headlamps — If Equipped ON.
Page 430: Tail/Turn And Stop Lamp
428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp • If a screwdriver is used, make sure a soft material is 1. Open the trunk. placed between the vehicle body and tool so not to scratch the paint. 2. Using a screwdriver, remove the tail lamp retainer. 2.
Page 431 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 3. Remove the fasteners from the back of the tail lamp 6. Pull the tail lamp assembly clear from the vehicle to assembly. access the bulbs. 4. Pull back the trunk liner. 7. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 5.
Page 432 430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 9. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- terclockwise to remove it from the tail lamp assembly. 10. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 11. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail lamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
Page 433: Center Tail/Backup Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 Center Tail/Backup Lamp See your authorized dealer for bulb replacement. Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) The CHMSL uses LED lamps that are not serviceable separately. The CHMSL must be replaced as an assembly, see your authorized dealer. License Lamp 1.
Page 434: Fluid Capacities
432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) All Engines 19 Gallons 72 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3.6 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters 5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 3.6 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile...
Page 435: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 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 – 3.6L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 436: Chassis
434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Manual Transmission – If Equipped MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Automatic Transmission – If MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed Equipped ATF+4 product. Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3, SAE J1703 or equivalent should be used.
Page 437 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule ....436 Required Maintenance Intervals ..438...
Page 438 436 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime manual must be done at the times or mileages specified will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary. to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change vehicle performance and reliability.
Page 439 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 437 • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals At Each Stop for Fuel exceed 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or six months, which- • Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance ever comes first. Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Ve- Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator hicle”...
Page 440 438 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals CAUTION! as required.
Page 441 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 439 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 442: Service Schedule
440 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 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 ❏...
Page 443 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 441 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 ❏...
Page 444 442 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or 42 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 56,000 miles (91 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
Page 445 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 443 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 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 64,000 miles (104 000 km). ❏...
Page 446 444 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 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 ❏...
Page 447 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 445 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 448 446 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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). ❏...
Page 449 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 447 104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or 112,000 Miles (182,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 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 ❏...
Page 450 448 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 90 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 120,000 miles (195 000 km). ❏...
Page 451 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 449 128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or Schedule 102 Months Maintenance ❏ 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 ❏...
Page 452 450 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 144,000 Miles (234,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or Schedule 114 Months Maintenance ❏ 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 ❏...
Page 453 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 451 † 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 455: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Vehicle......455 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 456 454 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Traction Grades ....461 Quality Grades ......461 Temperature Grades .
Page 457: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 455 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 458: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
456 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: (800) 423–6343 •...
Page 459: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 457 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 460: Warranty Information
458 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 461: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 459 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 462 460 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 463 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 461 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 464 462 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 465 INDEX...
Page 466 464 INDEX About Your Brakes ....276,279 Airbag, Side ......56,60,63 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 467 INDEX 465 Automatic Door Locks ....31,32 B-Pillar Location ......294 Automatic Headlights .
Page 468 466 INDEX Brightness, Interior Lights ....143 Check Engine Light Bulb Replacement ..... 426,427 (Malfunction Indicator Light) .
Page 469 INDEX 467 Connector Radiator Cap ......405 UCI ....... . 225 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .
Page 470 468 INDEX Dipsticks Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ..421 Oil (Engine) ..... . . 390,391 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .
Page 471 INDEX 469 Checking Oil Level ....390,391 Temperature Gauge ....175 Compartment .
Page 472 470 INDEX Flash-To-Pass ......142 Engine Oil ......390,391 Flashers Fluid, Brake .
Page 473 INDEX 471 Requirements ......319 Gauges Saver Mode ......190 Coolant Temperature .
Page 474 472 INDEX Head Restraints ......133 Hitches Headlights ......427 Trailer Towing .
Page 475 INDEX 473 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ... 144 Lane Change and Turn Signals ....141 Introduction ......4 Lap/Shoulder Belts .
Page 476 474 INDEX Courtesy/Reading ....142,150 Intensity Control ..... . 143 Cruise .
Page 477 INDEX 475 Vanity Mirror ......90 Maintenance, General ..... 389 Voltage .
Page 478 476 INDEX Mode Oil, Engine ......390,433 Fuel Saver ......190 Capacity .
Page 479 INDEX 477 Overheating, Engine ....176,349 Seats ....... 128 Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .
Page 480 478 INDEX Rear Window Defroster ....167 Reporting Safety Defects ....458 Rear Window Features .
Page 481 INDEX 479 Seat Belts ......41,43,80 Tilting ......128 And Pregnant Women .
Page 482 480 INDEX Side Airbag ......63 Remote ......26 Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) .
Page 483 INDEX 481 Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ..53 Tires ......82,298,461 Sway Control, Trailer .
Page 484 482 INDEX Safety ......288,298 Hitches ......336 Sizes .
Page 485 INDEX 483 Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..21 Vanity Mirrors ......90 Transporting Pets .
Page 486 484 INDEX Water Windshield Defroster ....80,240 Driving Through ..... . 272 Windshield Washers .
Page 487 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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Dodge Challenger 2011 Owner's Manual

Introduction 1

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Understanding Your Instrument Panel

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