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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 the features and equipment that are either standard or optional name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision your satisfaction.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against oper- ating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also located on VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS the right front strut tower inside the engine compartment. WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM ....19 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ....27 TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE ... . .43 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belt Extender .....58 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . .104 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — SAFETY TIPS .
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 or place the manual then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 NOTE: The power window switches, radio, power sun- CAUTION! (Continued) roof (if equipped), and ignition-powered power outlets • Leave the Key Fob in the ignition and either: will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition •...
Page 18: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or remove the Key Fob from vehicle, cycle the ignition others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 19: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 If your vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The opening the driver’s door when the vehicle’s ignition system will shut the engine off in two seconds if an switch is placed in ACC or ON/RUN (engine stopped) invalid Key Fob is used to start the engine.
Page 20: Replacement Keys
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat- ible with some after-market remote starting systems. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting tended.
Page 21: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer Sys- VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM tem serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to the The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors authorized dealer. and trunk for unauthorized entry and the ignition switch for unauthorized operation.
Page 22: To Arm The System
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Arm The System exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further infor- Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: mation). 1. Remove the key from the ignition system (refer to •...
Page 23 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, • When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, the interior press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Start/Stop button power door lock switches will not unlock the doors. (requires at least one valid Key Fob in the vehicle).
Page 24: Security System Manual Override
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tamper Alert This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “Mirrors” in If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for fur- your absence, the horn will sound three times and the ther information.
Page 25: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 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 Key Fob with RKE transmitter.
Page 26: To Unlock The Doors
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • When not using the EVIC, perform the following steps: To Unlock The Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer within five seconds, to unlock both doors.
Page 27 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock 4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting. This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter.
Page 28: To Lock The Doors
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • When not using the EVIC, perform the following steps: To Lock The Doors Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- 1. Press the LOCK button on a programmed RKE trans- ter to lock both doors.
Page 29: To Open The Trunk
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 To Open The Trunk NOTE: • The interior lights will turn off if you turn the ignition Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two times within five seconds to open the trunk. switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the Panic Alarm is activated.
Page 30: Transmitter Battery Replacement
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transmitter Battery Replacement 3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves of the case together. Make sure there is an even The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. “gap” between the two halves. If equipped, install and NOTE: Perchlorate Material –...
Page 31: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- NOTE: proved by the party responsible for compliance could • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Ignition key removed from ignition switch WARNING! (Continued) • Battery at an acceptable charge level • Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start • RKE PANIC button not pressed System, windows, door locks or other controls •...
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 NOTE: To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle • If an engine fault is present the vehicle will start and Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or then shut down 10 seconds later.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Cancel Remote Start • For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter-N- Remote Starting will also cancel if any of the following occur: Go™ feature, the ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position in order to drive the vehicle.
Page 35: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 DOOR LOCKS If the door lock knob is down when you shut the door, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the Key Fob is Manual Door Locks not inside the vehicle before closing the door. To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward.
Page 36: Power Door Locks
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks WARNING! (Continued) The power door lock switch is located on each door trim • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. dangerous for a number of reasons.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry) system. For further The doors will unlock automatically if: information, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” in “Things 1.
Page 38: Keyless Enter-N-Go™ - If Equipped
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • When not using the EVIC, perform the following steps: NOTE: Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature in accordance with local laws. 1. Enter the vehicle and close all doors. KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™...
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 • If a Passive Entry door handle has not been used for To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: 72 hours, the Passive Entry feature for the handle may With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft time out.
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front Transmitter In Vehicle driver’s door handle. To select between “Unlock Driver To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a Door 1st Press”...
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 To Enter The Trunk NOTE: If you inadvertently leave your vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitter in the trunk and try to close the With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft deck lid, the deck lid will automatically unlatch, unless (1.5 m) of the deck lid, press the button on the located on another one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmit-...
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors NOTE: • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock handles, press the door handle LOCK button to lock both the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle.
Page 43: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 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 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To open the window part way, press the window switch WARNING! to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not let children play with power windows.
Page 45: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Wind Buffeting NOTE: The transmission must be in PARK before the button will operate. If equipped with a manual transmis- Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of sion, the vehicle speed must be under 5 mph (8 km/h) pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the before the button will operate.
Page 46: Trunk Safety Warning
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position, the TRUNK SAFETY WARNING Trunk Open symbol will display in the instrument cluster indicating that the trunk is open. The odometer display WARNING! will reappear once the trunk is closed. Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, With the ignition switch in the OFF position or the key either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or...
Page 47: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 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 Air Bags for driver and front passenger •...
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may NOTE: The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage enhance occupant protection by managing occupant inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different energy during an impact event rates of inflation based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt 4. Do not lean against the door or window. If your properly (see section on Child Restraints) should be secured vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the in the rear seat in child restraints or belt-positioning booster side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space...
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument • Being too close to the Supplemental Side Air Bag panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) and/or Seat-Mounted could cause serious injury, including death.
Page 51: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Lap/Shoulder Belts WARNING! (Continued) All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your lap/shoulder belts. vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in a collision, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 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 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of you from injury during a collision. You are more internal injury in a collision.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retrac- The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- tor will withdraw any slack in the belt.
Page 56: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are shoulder belt. equipped with Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) which are used to secure a child restraint system.
Page 57: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 If the passenger seating position is equipped with an position that has a belt with this feature. Children ALR and is being used for normal usage: 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seat.
Page 58: Energy Management Feature
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners WARNING! The seat belts for both front seating positions are • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
Page 59: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (BeltAlert ) (8 km/h), BeltAlert will provide both audio and visual notification. BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger The front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the BeltAlert ) to fasten their seat belts.
Page 60: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts Using a seat belt extender when not needed can throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 NOTE: The Driver and Front Passenger Advanced Front Air Bags are certified to the new Federal regulations for Advanced Air Bags. The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat- Air Bag System Components Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) to provide enhanced Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag protection for an occupant during a side impact. The system components: Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags are located in •...
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • No objects should be placed over or near the air driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides bag on the instrument panel, because any such output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a...
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may deploys independently;...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed. The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- brated to deploy the side air bags during impacts that require air bag occupant protection.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seriously injured or killed. Occupants, especially chil- WARNING! (Continued) dren, should not lean on or sleep against the door, side • Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects windows, or area where the SAB or SABIC air bags between you and the side air bags;...
Page 67: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in all frontal collisions, including some that may produce sub- Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) stantial vehicle damage — for example, some pole colli- The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system sions, truck underrides, and angle offset collisions.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the ment cluster Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is START or ON/RUN position.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB) Inflator Units Inflator Units The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag The Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags are de- Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering signed to activate only in certain side collisions.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time, (SABIC) Inflator Units vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have deployed. During collisions where the impact is confined to a particular area of the side of the vehicle, the ORC may Front And Side Impact Sensors...
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any the battery has power or until the ignition key is or all of the following may occur: removed.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye Maintaining Your Air Bag System irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation WARNING! continues, see your doctor.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) You will want to have the air bags ready to • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag inflate for your protection in a collision. The system.
Page 74: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.
Page 75: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. the EDR under normal driving conditions and no per- Children 12 years or younger should ride properly sonal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location)
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE There are different sizes and types of restraints for children seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward- from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an facing direction than infant carriers do, so they can be adult safety belt.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Older Children And Child Restraints fit properly. If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle’s seat cushion while the child’s back is against Children who are two years old or who have outgrown the seatback, they should use a belt-positioning booster their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward- seat.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the WARNING! (Continued) child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a • A rearward-facing child restraint should only be child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind used in a rear seat.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 • Carefully follow the instructions that come with the the child restraint using lower anchorages and upper restraint. If you install the restraint improperly, it may tether straps from the child restraint to the vehicle not work when you need it.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE child seats so that two seats share a common lower Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint anchorage. If installing child seats in adjacent rear- System seating positions, or if your child restraints are not We urge you to follow the manufacturer’s directions LATCH-compatible, install the restraints using the vehi- carefully when installing your child restraint.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with push the child restraint rearward and downward into the separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or seat, removing slack in the straps according to the child connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat inquisitive child. Remind all children in the vehicle Belt that the seat belts are not toys and should not be The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are played with, and never leave your child unattended in equipped with either an Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 • N/A — Not Applicable • ALR — Automatic Locking Retractor 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 84: Child Restraints
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to the Transporting Pets anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap according to Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Children 12 years or younger should ride properly NOTE: additional information, refer buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK. Cana- statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in dian residents should refer to Transport Canada’s web- the rear seats rather than in the front.
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or younger Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible and who have not reached the height or Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear weight limits of their child restraint...
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until air bag.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for WARNING! as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height • Improper installation can lead to failure of an allowed by the child seat. infant or child restraint.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Children Too Large For Booster Seats 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs and not their stomach? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend 5.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor...
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until weight of the child restraint) for using the the combined weight of the child and the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can two child restraints be attached using Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with a common lower LATCH anchorage? two or more child restraints. If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to in- stall a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchor-...
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, below the anchorage sym- bols on the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located in the panel between the rear seatback and the rear window. These tether strap anchorages are un- der a plastic cover with the tether anchorage symbol on it.
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end Always follow the directions of the child restraint manu- to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten facturer when installing your child restraint.
Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child ing position.
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is WARNING! not necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can be “switched” into a locked mode by pulling all of the Improper installation of a child restraint to the webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re-...
Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle...
Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + Weight limit of the Always use the tether anchor when using weight of the child restraint) for using the Child Restraint the seat belt to install a forward facing child Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a restraint, up to the recommended weight forward facing child restraint?
Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint with a Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
Page 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether 1.
Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether trouble tightening the seat belt.
Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether between the two posts. If not possible, lower the head Anchorage restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the head restraint. 1.
Page 106: Transporting Pets
104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to Drive moderately during the first 500 mi (800 km). After the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram. the initial 60 mi (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
Page 107: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 CAUTION! WARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result. vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death.
Page 108: Exhaust Gas
106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas WARNING! (Continued) • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the WARNING! engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 109: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The not lit during starting, see your authorized dealer. If the Vehicle light stays on, flickers, or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Seat Belts Defroster Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,...
Page 110 108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- been removed for cleaning.
Page 111: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 113: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of MIRRORS ......116 Sun Visor .
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED ..153 LIGHTS ......171 ▫...
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 ▫ Flash-To-Pass ......176 ▫ To Deactivate ......184 ▫...
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE ....194 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ..204 ▫...
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS ...207 CONSOLE FEATURES ....212 ▫...
Page 118: Mirrors
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
Page 119: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated.
Page 120: Outside Mirrors
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Outside Mirrors Folding Feature To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) The mirrors are equipped with a rotational hinge. The to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight mirrors have one detent (clockwise) towards the rear of overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
Page 121: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Power Mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the left or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move.
Page 122: Vanity Mirrors
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vanity Mirrors A vanity mirror is located on the sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the mirror cover upward. Illuminated Vanity Mirrors An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the mirror cover upward.
Page 123: Slide-On-Rod" And Extender Features Of Sun Visor
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of Sun Visor To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature of the sun visor, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the sun visor so it is parallel to the side window, grabbing the sun visor with your left hand pull rearwards until the sun visor is in the desired position.
Page 124: Uconnect Phone - If Equipped
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect Phone — IF EQUIPPED Uconnect Phone allows you to transfer calls between the system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit your Uconnect Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s microphone vehicle communications system.
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Voice Command Button WARNING! Actual button location may vary with the ra- Any voice commanded system should be used only dio. The individual buttons are described in the in safe driving conditions following all applicable “Operation”...
Page 126: Operation
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Operation part of the command when you are asked for it. For example, you can use the compound form voice com- Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect mand “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break the Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect Phone compound form command into two voice commands: menu structure.
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 To activate the Uconnect Phone, simply press the The following are general phone to Uconnect Phone button and follow the audible prompts for directions. pairing instructions: Uconnect Phone sessions begin with a press of the •...
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For identification purposes, you will be prompted to Dial By Saying A Number give the Uconnect Phone a name for your mobile • Press the button to begin. phone. Each mobile phone that is paired should be •...
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Call By Saying A Name Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone • Press the button to begin. If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say Uconnect Phone automatically downloads names (text “Call”.
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down- Add Names To Your Uconnect Phonebook loaded and updated every time a phone is connected NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect Phonebook is to the Uconnect Phone.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 • Press the After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- button to begin. book, you will be given the opportunity to add more • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the “Phonebook Edit Entry”.
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE “Phonebook Edit Entry” can be used to add another to delete. You can either say the name of a phonebook phone number to a name entry that already exists in the entry that you wish to delete or you can say “List phonebook.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 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 134: Phone Call Features
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone Call Features Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress The following features can be accessed through the 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 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 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 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Termination Call Continuation To end a call in progress, momentarily press the but- Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the ton. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if there Uconnect Phone after the vehicle ignition has been is a call on hold, it will become the new active call.
Page 137: Uconnect Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 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 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • The emergency number dialed is based on the country To use you Uconnect Phone System in an emer- where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. and gency, your mobile phone must be: Canada and 060 for Mexico).
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 NOTE: Voice Mail Calling • The roadside assistance number dialed is based on the To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to “Working with Automated Systems”. country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528-2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14-3454 for Working With Automated Systems Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for outside Mexico City...
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE enter your PIN followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you NOTE: can press the button and say, “3 7 4 6 # Send”. • You may not hear all of the tones due to mobile phone Saying a number, or sequence of numbers, followed by network configurations.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect Phone keypad and still use the Uconnect Phone (while dialing will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).
Page 142: Advanced Phone Connectivity
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mute/Un-Mute (Mute ON/OFF) Advanced Phone Connectivity When you mute the Uconnect Phone, you will still be Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone able to hear the conversation coming from the other The Uconnect Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 List Paired Mobile Phone Names Select Another Mobile Phone • Press the This feature allows you to select and start using another button to begin. phone paired with the Uconnect Phone. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 144: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Delete Uconnect Phone Paired Mobile Phones Voice Training • Press the For users experiencing difficulty with the system recogniz- button to begin. ing their voice commands or numbers, the Uconnect Phone • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say Voice Training feature may be used.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The system will adapt to the last trained voice only. speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from you.
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When navigating through an automated system such • Even though international dialing for most number as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing speaking the digit string, make sure to say “Send”.
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness Read Messages: to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and If you receive a new text message while your phone is not the Uconnect Phone.
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 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 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) call zero cancel confirmation prompts continue three delete four dial five download edit seven emergency eight English nine erase all star (*) Espanol plus (+) Francais pound (#) help add location home...
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE language redial list names return to main menu return or main menu list phones select phone select mobile send mute set up phone settings or phone set up mute off towing assistance new entry transfer call Uconnect Tutorial other...
Page 155: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 General Information VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Voice Command System Operation RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the The Uconnect Voice Command system allows following conditions: you to control your AM, FM radio, disc player, •...
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pressing the Voice Command button while the WARNING! system is speaking is known as “barging in.” The system will be interrupted, and after the beep, you can add or Any voice commanded system should be used only change commands.
Page 157: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 To hear the first available Menu, press the Voice Com- Main Menu mand button and say “Help” or “Main Menu”. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button. You may say “Main Menu” to switch to the Commands main menu.
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Previous Station” (to select the previous station) Radio AM (Or Radio Long Wave Or Radio Medium Wave — If Equipped) • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In •...
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Disc Mode Bluetooth Streaming (BT) Mode To switch to Bluetooth Streaming (BT) mode, say To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you “Bluetooth Streaming”. In this mode, you may say the may say the following commands: following commands: •...
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) — • “Change to setup” During the playback you may press the Voice Com- • “Main menu setup” or mand button to stop playing memos. You pro- •...
Page 161: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Voice Training SEATS For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect vehicle. Voice “Voice Training” feature may be used. WARNING! 1.
Page 162: Power Seats
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward The power seat switches are located on the outboard side The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. of the front seat cushions. The power seat switches are Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will used to control the position of the seat.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Power Lumbar — If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats are also equipped with power lumbar. The power lumbar switch is located on the outboard side of the power seat. Push the switch forward to increase the lumbar support.
Page 164: Heated Seats - If Equipped
162 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 impede Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat control which could cause a collision and serious controls.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 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 166: Manual Forward Or Rearward Adjustment
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Forward Or Rearward Adjustment Manual Front Seatback Recline The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seat, near To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired rearward.
Page 167: Passenger Seat Easy Entry
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which could result in serious injury or death. Passenger Seat Easy Entry On the passenger seat, pull forward on the lever located on the side of the seatback in order to dump the seatback...
Page 168: Head Restraints
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Head Restraints Active Head Restraints — Front Seats Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with by restricting head movement in the event of a rear Active Head Restraints (AHR).
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head NOTE: The head restraints should only be removed by restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If either button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push of the head restraints require removal, see your autho- downward on the head restraint.
Page 170: Folding Rear Seat
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area. Pull on the loops located on the upper part of the rear seatback to fold down either or both seatbacks.
Page 171: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 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 172 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 173: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 LIGHTS Headlights And Parking Lights The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, instru- ment panel light dimming, interior lights and fog lights. Headlight Switch Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent for parking light and instrument panel light operation.
Page 174: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature. This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels.
Page 175: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 If you turn the headlights off before the ignition, they will If vehicle is equipped with High Intensity Discharge turn off in the normal manner. (HID) headlights, the front turn signal lamps provide the DRL function.
Page 176: Lights-On Reminder
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lights-On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is in the OFF position, a chime will sound to alert the driver when the driver’s door is opened. Fog Lights — If Equipped The front fog light switch is built into the head- light switch.
Page 177: Multifunction Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Multifunction Lever Turn Signals The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows signals, headlight beam selection and passing lights. The on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show multifunction lever is located on the left side of the proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 178: Lane Change Assist
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Change Assist NOTE: If the multifunction lever is held in the flash-to pass position for more than 15 seconds, the high beams Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond will shut off.
Page 179: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 were switched on manually or are on because a door is open. This includes the glove box light, but not the trunk light. To restore interior light operation, either place the ignition in the RUN position or cycle the light switch. Dimmer Control The dimmer control is located to the right of the head- light switch.
Page 180: Windshield Wipers And Washers
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Interior Light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom off position. The interior lights will remain off when the doors are open. Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Rotate the dimmer control upward to the first detent. This feature brightens all text displays such as the odometer, Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), and radio when the parking lights or headlights are on.
Page 181: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Mist Feature CAUTION! Rotate the end of the lever downward to the Mist Turn the windshield wipers off when driving position to activate a single wipe cycle to clear off road through an automatic car wash. Damage to the wind- mist or spray from a passing vehicle.
Page 182: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper Headlights On With Wipers (Available With control is in the delay range, the wipers will operate for Automatic Headlights Only) three wipe cycles after releasing the multifunction lever When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on and then resume the intermittent interval previously approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on...
Page 183: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN To unlock the steering column, push the lever downward (toward the floor). To tilt the steering column, move the This feature allows you to tilt the steering column steering wheel upward or downward as desired. To upward or downward.
Page 184: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel.
Page 185: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
Page 186: To Deactivate
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate Pressing the RES (+) button once will result in a 1 mph (1.6 km/h) increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL the button results in an increase of 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Page 187: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the vehicle set speed. The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual and audible indications of the distance between the rear NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains fascia and a detected obstacle when backing up, e.g.
Page 188: Parksense Sensors
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense Sensors ParkSense Display The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/ When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within will turn ON indicating the system status. the sensors’...
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Continuous Tone...
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than...
Page 192: Enabling/Disabling Parksense
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Enabling/Disabling ParkSense Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System ParkSense can be enabled and disabled through the When the ParkSense Rear Park Assist System is mal- Customer-Programmable Features section of the EVIC. functioning, the instrument cluster will actuate a single chime, once per ignition cycle, and it will display the The available choices are: OFF, Sound Only, or Sound and “CLEAN PARK ASSIST”, “SERVICE PARK ASSIST”...
Page 193: Cleaning The Parksense System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 • When you turn ParkSense off, the instrument cluster If “SERVICE PARK ASSIST” or “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” appears in the EVIC, see an authorized dealer. will display “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF.” Further- more, once you turn ParkSense off, it remains off until Cleaning The ParkSense System you turn it on again, even if you cycle the ignition key.
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Objects such as bicycle carriers, trailer hitches, etc., CAUTION! must not be placed within 12 in (30 cm) from the rear • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable to fascia/bumper while driving the vehicle.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using the Rear Park Assist system, it is • Drivers must be careful when backing up even strongly recommended that the ball mount and when using the Rear Park Assist system. Always hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the ve- check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind hicle when the vehicle is not used for towing.
Page 196: Courtesy/Reading Lights
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE Courtesy/Reading Lights The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights At the forward end of the overhead console are two and sunglass storage. Universal Garage Door Opener courtesy/reading lights. (HomeLink ) button and a power sunroof switch may Press the lens to turn on the light.
Page 197: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery.
Page 198: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Before You Begin Programming HomeLink NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. programming HomeLink for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink button you want to program and the hand-held trans- mitter button.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons, locate the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button. This can repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is erase the channels.
Page 201: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 Programming A Non-Rolling Code NOTE: • It may take up to 30 seconds or longer in some cased For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured before 1995. for the channel to train. • If the EVIC displays “DID NOT TRAIN” repeat from 1.
Page 202: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig- nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans- To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, mission – which may not be long enough for HomeLink follow these steps: to pick up the signal during programming.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 4. Continue to hold buttons until the EVIC display changes Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button from “CHANNEL # TRAINING” to “CHANNEL # To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, TRAINED”, then release both buttons. follow these steps: NOTE: 1.
Page 204: Using Homelink
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using HomeLink Troubleshooting Tips To operate, press and release the programmed If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the are some of the most common solutions: programmed device (i.e., garage door opener, gate opera- •...
Page 205: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 General Information WARNING! This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry • Your motorized door or gate will open and close Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following while you are programming the universal trans- two conditions: ceiver.
Page 206: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in visors on the overhead console. the ignition switch (or with the ignition in the Accessory or Run position, for vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™).
Page 207: Opening Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 Opening Sunroof — Express Closing Sunroof — Express Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half Press the switch forward and release it within one-half second and the sunroof will open automatically from any second and the sunroof will close automatically from any position.
Page 208: Pinch Protect Feature
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protect Feature Sunshade Operation This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an ob- sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. struction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is sunroof will automatically retract.
Page 209: Sunroof Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Sunroof Maintenance ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean There are two 12 Volt (13 Amp) electrical power outlets the glass panel. on this vehicle. Both of the outlets are protected by a fuse. Ignition Off Operation The front 12 Volt power outlet has power available only when the ignition is placed in the ACC or RUN position.
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. •...
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 The center console power outlet is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times). Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 — #18 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel Center Console Power Outlet 2 —...
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the bat- tery even more quickly.
Page 213: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 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 214: Rear Cupholders
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 conve- detents to provide flexibility for comfort, cupholder use nient access to beverage cans or bottles while maintaining...
Page 215: Console Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 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 216: Rear Window Features
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear WARNING! window defroster only when the engine is operating. Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- CAUTION! ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to should be stowed while driving.
Page 217: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Sport Mode......239 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..218 ▫...
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD UCONNECT 730N/430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/ NAV — IF EQUIPPED ....248 and MP3 Audio Play ....264 ▫...
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 ▫ Play Mode ......276 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE ...284 ▫...
Page 220: Instrument Panel Features
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlets 6 — ESC OFF Switch 11 — Ignition Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Sport Button 12 — Trunk Release Button 3 — Glove Compartment 8 — Hazard Warning Switch 13 —...
Page 221: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 222: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 4. Electronic Speed Control Indicator Light 1. Fuel Gauge This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is on. The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is placed in the ON/RUN position.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting If the light is flashing when the engine is running, Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. immediate service is required. In this case, you may experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle 7.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 9. Turn Signal Indicators CAUTION! The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal Driving with a hot engine cooling system could when the turn signal lever is operated. damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,”...
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 11. Engine Temperature Warning Light Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this This light will turn on and a single chime will light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the sound to warn of an overheated engine condition.
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 13. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator 15. High Beam Indicator Light — If Equipped This indicator will turn on when the high beam This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- headlights are on. Push the multifunction lever trol (ESC) is off.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 17. Shift Lever Indicator — Automatic Transmission NOTE: U.S. Federal regulations require that upon trans- Only fer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the pur- chaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the driven.
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 20. Brake Warning Light The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. This light monitors various brake functions, NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp including brake fluid level and parking brake cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi- application.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by 22. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the Each tire, including the spare (if provided), ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for ap- should be checked monthly when cold and proximately two seconds.
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS...
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 23. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light 24. Low Fuel Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System This light will turn on and a single chime will (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition sound when the fuel level drops to 1/8 tank.
Page 232: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER CAUTION! (EVIC) Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- damage to the engine control system. It also could tures a driver-interactive display which is located in the affect fuel economy and drivability.
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 • Outside Temperature Display This system conveniently allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches • Trip Computer Functions mounted on the steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the •...
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The system allows the driver to select information by MENU Button pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the MENU button to access wheel: the main menu, or to return to the main menu from the sub-menus.
Page 235: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 • Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single SELECT Button chime) Press and release the SELECT button for access • Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime) to main menus, sub-menus or to select a per- sonal setting in the setup menu.
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Clearing Channels • Wrong Key • Channels Cleared • Damaged Key • Did Not Train • Key not Programmed • Low Tire Pressure (with a single chime) • Vehicle Not in Park • Service TPM System (with a single chime) •...
Page 237: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Engine Oil Change Indicator System Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Oil Change Required 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine.) indicator system.
Page 238: Trip Functions
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you Press the UP or DOWN buttons to cycle through all the start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not Trip Computer functions. reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. The Trip Functions mode displays the following.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 • The FUEL SAVER MODE message will display above • This feature allows you to monitor when you are driving the average fuel economy in the EVIC display. This in a fuel efficient manner, and it can be used to modify message will appear whenever the Multi-Displacement driving habits in order to increase fuel economy.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Distance To Empty (DTE) • Trip A • Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with • Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance last reset.
Page 241: Sport Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 To Reset The Display Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Display — If Equipped Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being When the ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed to displayed. Press and release the SELECT button once to change ignition switch positions, the Keyless Enter-N- clear the resettable function being displayed.
Page 242: Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (Dss) - If Equipped
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The round symbol in the middle rotates to point at the new While in the Surround Sound menu, press the SELECT ignition switch position. If desired, the ignition switch button to change surround modes. The Video Surround position graphic can be set to be constantly visible by Mode will only be available for video media sources pressing the EVIC MENU button until the display appears.
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 Automatic Compass Calibration 3. Press the UP or DOWN button until “CALIBRATE COMPASS” displays in the EVIC. This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is 4. Press and release the SELECT button to start the calibra- new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will tion.
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, 2. Press and release the MENU button until Personal Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass Settings displays in the EVIC.
Page 245: System Warnings (Customer Information Features)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 System Warnings (Customer Information Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) Features) Press and release the MENU button until “SYSTEM Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall WARNINGS” displays in the EVIC. Then, press the Up or features when the transmission is in PARK.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Unlock Doors Automatically on Exit NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter- N-Go (Passive Entry) and the EVIC is programmed to When ON is selected, both doors will unlock when the Unlock All Doors 1st Press, all doors will unlock no vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the PARK or matter which Passive Entry equipped door handle is NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened.
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 These features will stay on through the duration of Horn With Remote Start remote start or until the key is turned to RUN. To make When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will your selection, press and release the SELECT button until occur when the RKE transmitter REMOTE START button a check-mark appears next to the feature showing the...
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Headlamps On with Wipers (Available with Auto when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press Headlamps Only) and release the SELECT button until “0,” “30,” “60,” or “90” appears. When ON is selected, and the headlight switch is in the AUTO (A) position, the headlamps will turn on approxi- Hill Start Assist (HSA) —...
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit Display ECO Mode — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the power window The “ECO” message is located in the Compass/ switches, radio, Uconnect phone (if equipped), power Temperature display;...
Page 250: Uconnect 730N/430/430N Cd/Dvd/Hdd
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Enable/Disable the Rear Park Assist System UCONNECT 730N/430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind the vehicle when the transmission is in the REVERSE Refer to your Uconnect 730N, 430 or 430N user’s position and the vehicle speed is less than 11 mph manual for detailed operating instructions.
Page 251: Uconnect 130
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 UCONNECT 130 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio.
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next will begin to blink. listenable station in AM/FM mode.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between will display.
Page 254: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND button, the station will continue to play but DISC Button will not be stored into pushbutton memory. Pressing the DISC button will allow you to switch from AM/FM modes to Disc modes. You may add a second station to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press Operation Instructions —...
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 Inserting Compact Disc(s) CAUTION! Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into only.
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes.
Page 257: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported.
Page 259: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album title To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended are supported for version 1 ID3 tags. ID3 version 2 is not to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a supported by the radios.
Page 260: Uconnect 130 With Satellite Radio
258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions — Radio Mode Press this button to change the display to time of day. The NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or time of day will display for five seconds (when ignition is ACC position to operate the radio.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 SEEK Buttons TIME Button Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next Press the TIME button to alternate display of the time listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch and radio frequency. to seek up and the left switch to seek down.
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button. TUNE Control For vehicles equipped with satellite radio, press the Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise SETUP button, use the TUNE/SCROLL control to select to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fourth Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following time and BALANCE will display. Turn the TUNE/ format types: SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the 16-Digit Character Program Type sound level from the right or left side speakers.
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is 16-Digit Character Program Type displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Display station with the same selected Music Type name. The Music Oldies Oldies Type function only operates when in the FM mode.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 AM/FM Button display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory.
Page 266: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and MP3 Audio Play begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and •...
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD previous selection if the CD is within the first second of the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes.
Page 268: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported.
Page 270: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Number of files and folders - Loading times will ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tags. ID3 version 2 is not increase with more files and folders supported by the radios.
Page 271: Info Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil- iary device if the AUX jack is connected. Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll through the following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the Name, and Folder Name (if available).
Page 272: Uconnect Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If
270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a welcome Equipped kit that contains general information, including how to setup your on-line listening account. For further Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- information, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to visit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com, or at...
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: decreased performance. Larger luggage items such as bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within ESN/SID Access the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- on or above the antenna.
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - Uconnect Multimedia INFO Button (Satellite) Mode Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or able).
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 MUSIC TYPE Button SETUP Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button following items: or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within •...
Page 276: Ipod /Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped
274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by iPod /USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display plugged into the USB port, located in the center console window.
Page 277: Connecting The Ipod Or External Usb Device
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 Connecting The iPod Or External USB Device NOTE: The center console will have a position where the iPodt or consumer electronic audio device cable can be Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external routed through without damaging the cable when clos- USB device to the vehicle’s USB/AUX connector port which ing the lid.
Page 278: Using This Feature
276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 • Turning it counterclockwise (backward) by one click, • While a track is playing, press the INFO button to see will jump to the previous track in the list or press the the associated metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) VR button and say Previous Track for that track.
Page 280: List Or Browse Mode
278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • RND button (available on sales code RES radio only): TUNE control knob to select and start playing the Pressing this button toggles between Shuffle ON and track. Turning the TUNE control knob fast will scroll Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod or external USB through the list faster.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current CAUTION! list on the top line and the first item in that list on the • Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any second line. •...
Page 282: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)
280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) Selecting Different Audio Device 1. Press PHONE button to begin. Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the Uconnect phone system. 2. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Setup , then Select Audio Devices .
Page 283: Harman Kardon Logic7 High
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 HARMAN KARDON Logic7 HIGH GreenEdge high-efficiency speaker designs ensure the PERFORMANCE MULTICHANNEL SURROUND system has higher SPL and a dramatic increase in dynamic SOUND SYSTEM WITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE sound quality. The speakers are tuned for maximum SURROUND (DSS) —...
Page 284: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Selecting “Surround Sound” through the DSS modes activates the Harman Kardon Logic7 multichannel surround-sound technology in your vehicle. Some audio will sound better in DSS modes, others in Stereo mode. When in “Surround Sound” mode, balance is set auto- matically.
Page 285: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 Pressing the center button will make the radio switch CD Player between the various modes available (AM/FM/CD/ Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next 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 286: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) precautions: oversized, or have protection encoding.
Page 287: Climate Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 CLIMATE CONTROLS Automatic Operation Operation of the system is quite simple. Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- Turn the Mode Control knob (right knob) and the Blower cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at Control knob (left knob) to AUTO.
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If your air conditioning performance seems lower than You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically. Selecting expected, check the front of the A/C condenser located the “O” (OFF) position on the blower control stops the in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt or system completely and closes the outside air intake.
Page 289: Blower Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 Blower Control Manual Operation For full automatic operation or for This system offers a full complement of manual override automatic blower operation, turn the features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic, blower knob to the AUTO position. In Mode Preferred Automatic, or Blower and Mode Pre- manual mode there are seven blower ferred Automatic.
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, there change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control is a difference in temperature between the upper and knob (right knob) to one of the following positions.
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Defrost • Recirculation Control Air is directed through the windshield and side The system will automatically control recircu- window demist outlets. Use this mode with maxi- lation. However, pressing the Recirculation mum blower and temperature settings for best wind- Control button will put the system in recircu- shield and side window defrosting.
Page 293: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 • Extended use of recirculation may cause the windows against engine overheating. A solution of 50% ethylene to fog. If the interior of the windows begins to fog, glycol antifreeze coolant and 50% water is recommended. press the Recirculation button to return to outside air.
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions while in Manual Override...
Page 297 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....300 MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED . .309 ▫ Manual Transmission – If Equipped ..300 ▫...
Page 298 296 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Five-Speed Automatic Transmission ..315 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY (IF EQUIPPED) — 5.7L ENGINE ONLY .....330 ▫...
Page 299 STARTING AND OPERATING 297 ▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) – If ▫ Radial Ply Tires ..... .358 Equipped ......341 ▫...
Page 300 298 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ MMT In Gasoline .....380 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) ..366 ▫...
Page 301 STARTING AND OPERATING 299 ▫ Towing Requirements ....393 TRAILER TOWING .....387 ▫...
Page 302: Starting Procedures
300 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if in a location accessible to children), and do not present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-...
Page 303 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 Normal Starting With Integrated Key – Manual WARNING! Transmission Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine does started. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic con- not require pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
Page 304: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
302 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission – If Equipped Using Fob With Integrated Key (Tip Start) The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the before shifting into any driving gear.
Page 305: Keyless Enter-N-Go™ - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 Keyless Enter-N-Go™ – If Equipped Removing The Button This feature allows the driver to oper- 1. The ENGINE START/STOP button can be removed ate the ignition switch with the push from the ignition switch for key fob use. of a button, as long as the ENGINE 2.
Page 306 304 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. The system takes over and attempts to start the 3. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will the engine starting, release the button. disengage automatically after 10 seconds.
Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed once, the 3. Place the shift lever in first gear or Reverse and then EVIC (if equipped) will display a “VEHICLE NOT IN apply the parking brake. PARK” message and the engine will remain running. NOTE: Never leave a vehicle out of the PARK position, or it •...
Page 308: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)
306 STARTING AND OPERATING Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Functions – With Driver’s Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C) Foot OFF The Brake Pedal/Clutch Pedal (In PARK To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of Or NEUTRAL Position) an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- The Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 309 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 will engage automatically, run for 10 seconds, and then WARNING! (Continued) disengage. Once this occurs, release the accelerator pedal • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster and the brake pedal, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster the “Normal Starting”...
Page 310: After Starting
308 STARTING AND OPERATING Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using Fob With After Starting Integrated Key) The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will If the engine fails to start after you have followed the decrease as the engine warms up. “Normal Starting”...
Page 311: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 WARNING! CAUTION! • Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch Remember to disconnect the engine block heater cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt pedal, or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the electrical cord could cause electrocution.
Page 312: Shifting
310 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 313: Recommended Shift Speeds
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 MANUAL TRANSMISSION RECOMMENDED CAUTION! SHIFT SPEEDS Always make sure the vehicle comes to a complete Axle stop before shifting into REVERSE. Failure to do so Ratio may result in transmission damage. 3.73 You must always use first gear (or Reverse) when starting (km/h) (32) (40)
Page 314: 1-4 Skip Shift
312 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: 1–4 Skip Shift • Your vehicle is equipped with a transmission reverse There are times when you must shift the transmission directly from first gear to fourth gear instead of from first inhibitor system. When vehicle speed is greater than gear to second gear.
Page 315: Downshifting
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 Downshifting AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, down- CAUTION! shift to maintain a safe speed when descending a steep grade. Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: WARNING! •...
Page 316 314 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those fob and lock your vehicle. in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you should •...
Page 317: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 Key Ignition Park Interlock Five-Speed Automatic Transmission This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- The shift lever position display (located in the instrument lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK cluster) indicates the transmission gear range.
Page 318: Gear Ranges
316 STARTING AND OPERATING Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when moving the shift lever between these gears. The transmission shift lever has only PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, and DRIVE shift positions.
Page 319 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 Transmission gear engagement may be delayed after transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to restarting the engine if the key is not cycled to the move the shift lever out of PARK. As an added precau- LOCK/OFF position first.
Page 320 318 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK locked in PARK, securing the vehicle against un- or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than wanted movement. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key idle speed.
Page 321 STARTING AND OPERATING 319 • Look at the shift lever position display and verify that CAUTION! it indicates the PARK position. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi- will not move out of PARK.
Page 322 320 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 323 STARTING AND OPERATING 321 Transmission Limp Home Mode 3. Turn the engine OFF. Transmission function is monitored electronically for 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could 5. Restart the engine. result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home Mode is activated.
Page 324: Autostick
322 STARTING AND OPERATING Overdrive Operation Operation The automatic transmission includes an electronically When the shift lever is in the DRIVE position, the trans- controlled Overdrive (fifth gear). The transmission will mission will operate automatically, shifting between the automatically shift into Overdrive if the following con- five available gears.
Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 323 • You can start out, from a stop, in first or second gear. It will remain in the selected gear until another upshift or downshift is chosen, except as described below. Tapping (+) (at a stop) will allow starting in second gear.
Page 326: Sport Mode - If Equipped
324 STARTING AND OPERATING On the center console, there is a “SPORT” button that WARNING! when pressed will cycle through three different driving modes. This is the description of each mode of operation: Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface.
Page 327 STARTING AND OPERATING 325 • Off – This is the initial position. This mode will give a • TRACK Mode – This includes SPORT mode and affects sporty, but comfortable ride. Within this mode, the automatic transmission shifting in either Auto or suspension will adapt to the vehicle inputs, including Manual mode.
Page 328: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
326 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Acceleration wedge of water to build up between the tire and road Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- surface.
Page 329: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 Your vehicle is equipped with a Limited Slip Differential Shallow Standing Water (LSD) that reduces, but does not eliminate, the amount of Although your vehicle is capable of driving through wheel slip across a given axle for improved handling. shallow standing water, consider the following Caution and Warning before doing so.
Page 330 328 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause damage • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans- (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 331: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 POWER STEERING If the “SERVICE POWER STEERING SYSTEM” message and a flashing icon are displayed on Your vehicle is equipped with an electro-hydraulic power the EVIC screen, it indicates that the vehicle steering system that will give you good vehicle response needs to be taken to the dealer for service.
Page 332: Fuel Saver Technology (If Equipped) - 5.7L Engine Only
330 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: PARKING BRAKE • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the shift lever in the tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under PARK or REVERSE (manual transmission only) position.
Page 333: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK.
Page 334: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
332 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission – If Equipped WARNING! The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the park brake, parking brake.
Page 335: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the in a location accessible to children), and do not parking brake released, a brake system malfunction leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N- is indicated.
Page 336: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
334 STARTING AND OPERATING In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for self check cycle to ensure that the ABS system is working example, repeated brake applications with the engine properly. This self check occurs each time the vehicle is OFF) the brakes will still function.
Page 337 STARTING AND OPERATING 335 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains sophis- the natural laws of physics from acting on the ticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering to interference caused by improperly installed or efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of high output radio transmitting equipment.
Page 338: Electronic Brake Control System
336 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light If both the “Brake Warning Light” and the “ABS Warning Light” remain on, the ABS and EBD systems are not The “Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning functioning. Immediate repair to the ABS system is Light”...
Page 339: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) – If Equipped Traction Control System (TCS) – If Equipped This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each under adverse braking conditions by controlling hydraulic driven wheel.
Page 340: Brake Assist System (Bas)
338 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake Assist System (BAS) WARNING! This system complements the ABS by optimizing the The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics vehicle braking capability during emergency braking from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the maneuvers.
Page 341: Hill Start Assist (Hsa) - Manual Transmission Only
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 • Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction Hill Start Assist (HSA) – Manual Transmission Only (i.e., vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when backing uphill is in REVERSE gear). starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill.
Page 342 340 STARTING AND OPERATING For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the 7. Press the “ESC Off” switch (located in the lower switch following steps: bank below the climate controls) four times within 20 sec- onds. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” NOTE: You must complete Steps 1 through 8 within should turn on and turn off two times.
Page 343: Electronic Stability Control (Esc) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) – If Equipped WARNING! This system enhances directional control and stability of The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- the vehicle under various driving conditions. The ESC vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the corrects for oversteering and understeering the vehicle vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel.
Page 344 342 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Operating Modes The “ESC Off” switch is located in the switch bank near the bottom center of the instrument panel. To enter the The ESC system has two available operating modes: “Partial Off” mode, momentarily press the “ESC Off” ESC On switch and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 345: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 343 Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a WARNING! malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS portion of ESC, vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at except for the limited wheel spin feature described in speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho-...
Page 346: Synchronizing Esc
344 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Synchronizing ESC • The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” If the power supply is interrupted (battery disconnected discharged), “ESC and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momen- Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” may tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. illuminate with the engine running.
Page 347: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: Tire Markings • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 348 346 STARTING AND OPERATING • Temporary spare tires are spares designed for tempo- • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design rary emergency use only. Temporary high pressure standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded compact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into the sidewall.
Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 EXAMPLE: R = Construction code — R means radial construction — D means diagonal or bias construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol —...
Page 350: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
348 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Load Identification: ..blank..= Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire Extra Load (XL) = Extra load (or reinforced) tire Light Load (LL) = Light load tire C, D, E, F, G = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load—...
Page 351 STARTING AND OPERATING 349 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation — This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
Page 352: Tire Terminology And Definitions
350 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold Tire Inflation Pressure 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 353: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door.
Page 354 352 STARTING AND OPERATING To determine the maximum loading conditions of your 3) tire size designed for your vehicle vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or spare tires.
Page 355 STARTING AND OPERATING 353 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities be five 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the of your vehicle with varying seating configurations...
Page 356 354 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 357: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 355 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 358: Tire Inflation Pressures
356 STARTING AND OPERATING stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and unpredict- to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the able steering response.
Page 359 STARTING AND OPERATING 357 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 360: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
358 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 361: All Season Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 All Season Tires – If Equipped Snow Tires All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (spring, Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires summer, fall and winter). Traction levels may vary be- during the winter.
Page 362: Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel - If Equipped
360 STARTING AND OPERATING While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid If your vehicle is not equipped with an original equip- and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be ment tire and wheel as a spare, a non-matching tempo- poorer than that of non-studded tires.
Page 363: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire. You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a Do not install more than one compact spare tire and compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on...
Page 364: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
362 STARTING AND OPERATING Full Size Spare – If Equipped tire affects vehicle handling. Since it is not the same as your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the first opportunity.
Page 365: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 363 Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or to help you in determining when your tires should be for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- replaced.
Page 366: Life Of Tire
364 STARTING AND OPERATING These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread WARNING! grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
Page 367 STARTING AND OPERATING 365 when replacement is needed. (Refer to the paragraph on WARNING! “Tread Wear Indicators”). Refer to the “Tire and Loading • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than Information” placard for the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be that specified for your vehicle.
Page 368: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
366 STARTING AND OPERATING • Due to limited clearance, P235/55R18 tire with a WARNING! (Continued) Security Chain Company (SCC) Super Z6 low profile • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having traction device or equivalent is recommended. adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 369: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! (Continued) Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise different loads and perform different steering, driving, occurs that could indicate device breakage. Remove and braking functions.
Page 370: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
368 STARTING AND OPERATING The suggested rotation method is the “forward cross” TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the does not apply to some directional tires that must not be driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- reversed.
Page 371 STARTING AND OPERATING 369 The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if For example, your vehicle may have a recommended the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure limit for any reason, including low temperature effects of 30 psi (207 kPa).
Page 372 370 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care • The TPMS has been optimized for the original and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and or condition.
Page 373: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 371 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in The “TPM Telltale Light” will illuminate in the the tire. instrument cluster, a “LOW TIRE” message will be displayed and a chime will sound when tire Base System pressure is low in one or more of the four active road...
Page 374 372 STARTING AND OPERATING Service TPMS Warning Vehicles with Compact Spare If a system fault is detected, the “TPM Telltale Light” will 1. The compact spare tire does not have a TPM sensor. flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in The system fault will also sound a chime.
Page 375: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 373 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly the TPMS will update automatically and the “TPM and to maintain the proper pressure.
Page 376 374 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The “TPM Telltale Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires. In addition, the EVIC will display a “LOW TIRE”...
Page 377 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 Once the system receives the updated tire pressures, the system will automatically update, the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flashing, and the “TPM Telltale Light” will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information.
Page 378 376 STARTING AND OPERATING longer display, and a pressure value will display in place message is then followed with a graphic display with of the dashes. A system fault can occur due to any of the pressure values still shown. This indicates that the pres- following: sure values are still being received from the TPM sensors but they may not be located in the correct vehicle...
Page 379: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 377 3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active 15 mph (24 km/h), the “TPM Telltale Light” will flash road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
Page 380: Fuel Requirements
378 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline 3.6L and 5.7L Engine (with Automatic before considering service for the vehicle. Transmission) Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and The 3.6L and 5.7L engine (with automatic endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World transmission) is designed to meet all emis-...
Page 381: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 379 Reformulated Gasoline CAUTION! Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner Do not use gasolines containing Methanol or E-85 burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe- and driveability problems and may damage critical cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im-...
Page 382: Mmt In Gasoline
380 STARTING AND OPERATING If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 MMT In Gasoline fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is • operate in a lean mode blended into some gasoline to increase octane.
Page 383: Materials Added To Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 381 Materials Added To Fuel CAUTION! (Continued) All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or effective detergent additives. Use of additional detergents some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or other additives is not needed under normal conditions or malfunctioning and may require immediate ser- and they would result in additional cost.
Page 384: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
382 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- WARNING! tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon conditions repaired promptly.
Page 385 STARTING AND OPERATING 383 CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). • A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into the fuel system. •...
Page 386: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
384 STARTING AND OPERATING • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank WARNING! is full. • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel being filled.
Page 387: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 385 • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear VEHICLE LOADING • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on the “Vehicle Certification Label.” This information • Type of Vehicle should be used for passenger and luggage loading as •...
Page 388: Overloading
386 STARTING AND OPERATING Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle WARNING! separately. It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and rear axles. Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and shorten or rear GAWR.
Page 389: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 387 NOTE: Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed Common Towing Definitions to the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR The following trailer towing related definitions will assist and GAWRs. you in understanding the following information: TRAILER TOWING Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Manual Transmission –...
Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) WARNING! The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle It is important that you do not exceed the maximum and trailer when weighed in combination. front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition NOTE: The GCWR rating includes a 150 lbs (68 kg) can result if either rating is exceeded.
Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389 Trailer Sway Control Weight-Distributing Hitch The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tion associated with the telescoping motion to dampen...
Page 392: Trailer Hitch Classification
390 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions WARNING! Class Max. Trailer Hitch • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch Industry Standards system may reduce handling, stability, braking Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) performance, and could result in a collision. •...
Page 393: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 391 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Max. GTW (Gross Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. Tongue Wt. Trailer Wt.) 3.6L Automatic 12 sq ft (1.11 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) 5.7L Automatic...
Page 394: Starting And Operating
392 STARTING AND OPERATING Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on Consider the following items when computing the your bumper or trailer hitch. weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The tongue weight of the trailer. • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle.
Page 395: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 Towing Requirements WARNING! To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these train components the following guidelines are recom- guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as mended: possible: •...
Page 396 394 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your • Total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to vehicle and the trailer such that the following four the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Page 397 STARTING AND OPERATING 395 Towing Requirements – Tires replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact GVWR and GAWR limits. spare tire. Towing Requirements –...
Page 398 396 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) distance. When towing you should allow for addi- loaded, it should have its own brakes and they tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle should be of adequate capacity.
Page 399 STARTING AND OPERATING 397 The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer to the following illustrations. Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Backup Lamps 6 —...
Page 400: Towing Tips
398 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 min- utes of continuous operation, then change the transmis- Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, sion fluid and filter as specified for “police, taxi, fleet, or and backing up the trailer in an area located away from frequent trailer towing.”...
Page 401 STARTING AND OPERATING 399 AutoStick Cooling System – When using the AutoStick shift control, select the To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- highest gear that allows for adequate performance and heating, take the following actions: avoids frequent downshifts. For example, choose “4” if City Driving the desired speed can be maintained.
Page 402: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
400 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Wheels OFF The Towing Condition Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Ground • Transmission in Flat Tow None NEUTRAL NOT ALLOWED • 65 mph (105 km/h) maximum speed Dolly Tow Front Not Recommended...
Page 403 STARTING AND OPERATING 401 Manual transmission vehicles may also be towed using a CAUTION! vehicle trailer (with all four wheels off the ground). Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- Use of a towing dolly is not recommended, as vehicle ments can cause severe transmission damage.
Page 405: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Jacking And Changing A Tire ... . .419 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...404 ▫ Road Tire Installation ....424 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 406: Hazard Warning Flashers
404 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery. The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the switch bank near the bottom center of the instrument IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS panel.
Page 407: Tirefit Kit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 405 • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum WARNING! heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a You or others can be badly burned by hot engine supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 408: Tirefit Storage
406 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Storage TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk. TIREFIT Components 1. Sealant Bottle TIREFIT Location 2. Deflation Button 3. Pressure Gauge 4. Power Button...
Page 409 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 407 5. Mode Select Knob Selecting Sealant Mode 6. Sealant Hose (Clear) Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this position to inject the TIREFIT Sealant 7. Air Pump Hose (Black) and to inflate the tire. Use the Sealant 8.
Page 410: Tirefit Usage Precautions
408 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem TIREFIT Usage Precautions on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant TIREFIT kit. Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on the •...
Page 411 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 409 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the source. vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the •...
Page 412: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit
410 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and WARNING! (Continued) running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary to • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of place the valve stem in this position before proceeding. an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician 3.
Page 413 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 411 5. Uncoil the Power Plug (8) and insert the plug into the If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet. 10 seconds through the Sealant Hose (6): NOTE: Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or 1.
Page 414 412 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air pressure within 15 minutes: Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
Page 415 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 413 CAUTION! WARNING! • The metal end fitting from Power Plug (8) may get TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the hot after use, so it should be handled carefully. tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using •...
Page 416 414 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pressure 3. Place the TIREFIT kit in its proper storage area in the Gauge (3). vehicle. If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 Bar), the tire is too 4.
Page 417: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 415 (F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement: 6. Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) and return the hose to its 1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) (clear in color). storage area (located on the bottom of the air pump).
Page 418: Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage
416 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage WARNING! (Continued) The jack and spare tire are both stowed under an access • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The cover in the trunk. Follow these steps to access the jack vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you.
Page 419 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 417 Opening The Access Panel Spare Tire Fastener 3. Remove the fastener securing the spare tire. 4. Remove the spare tire.
Page 420: Preparations For Jacking
418 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack. WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided.
Page 421: Jacking And Changing A Tire
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 419 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. Jacking And Changing A Tire 3. Set the parking brake. WARNING! 4. Place the shift lever into PARK (automatic transmis- Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to sion) or 1st gear (manual transmission).
Page 422 420 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on jack. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
Page 423 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 421 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and lug wrench. 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle. 3.
Page 424 422 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts and tire. 7.
Page 425 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 423 • Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” and to “Limited-Use Spare” under “Tires—General Information” in “Start- ing and Operating” for additional warnings, cautions, and information about the spare tire, its use, and operation. 8. Install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the lug nut toward the wheel.
Page 426: Road Tire Installation
424 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 10. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the Road Tire Installation wrench while at the end of the handle for increased 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened twice.
Page 427: Jump-Starting Procedures
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 425 4. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES wrench while at the end of the handle for increased If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in each nut has been tightened twice.
Page 428: Preparations For Jump-Start
426 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Preparations For Jump-Start The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery posts are located on the right side of the engine compartment for jump-starting.
Page 429 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 427 2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- WARNING! cal accessories. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the ignition switch is ON.
Page 430: Jump-Starting Procedure
428 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jump-Starting Procedure 3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the booster battery. WARNING! 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with Failure to follow this procedure could result in per- the discharged battery.
Page 431: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 429 Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in CAUTION! the reverse sequence: Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle 6. Disconnect the negative (-) jumper cable from the power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with the dis- even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 432 430 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! CAUTION! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en- tween DRIVE/2nd gear and REVERSE, do not spin gine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drive- least one minute after every five rocking-motion...
Page 433: Shift Lever Override
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 431 5. Insert the screwdriver or similar tool, into the access port, WARNING! (Continued) and push and hold the override release lever down. faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
Page 434: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
432 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. Towing Condition Wheels OFF The AUTOMATIC MANUAL Ground TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION Flat Tow NONE If transmission is If transmission is operable: operable:...
Page 435: Automatic Transmission
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 433 Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. When equipment designed for this purpose, following equip- ment manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 436: Manual Transmission
434 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission be towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all four wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: 15 miles (24 km), then the only acceptable method of towing is with a flatbed truck.
Page 437 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... .447 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..438 ▫...
Page 438 436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System – Manual BULB REPLACEMENT ....483 Transmission (If Equipped) ....465 ▫...
Page 439 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 ▫ Engine ......490 FLUID CAPACITIES ....489 ▫...
Page 440: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
438 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 441: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 5 — Engine Oil Fill 2 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 6 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 4 —...
Page 442: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
440 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 further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and drivability.
Page 443: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 If this occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap properly and Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II press the Trip Odometer button to turn off the message. system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently If the problem continues, the message will appear the serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- next time the vehicle is started.
Page 444: Replacement Parts
442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system to update. A recheck with the above test routine happen: may then indicate that the system is now ready. • The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal...
Page 445: Dealer Service
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 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 446: Engine Oil
444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to CAUTION! (Continued) check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids fully warmed engine is shut off. that protect the performance and durability of your Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter-...
Page 447 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 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 448 446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Engine Oil Viscosity – 3.6L Engine Identification Symbol SAE 5W-20 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 449: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine Synthetic Engine Oils oil viscosity for your engine. For information on engine oil You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compartment” in “Main- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- taining Your Vehicle”...
Page 450: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Filter Selection WARNING! (Continued) This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality near the engine compartment before starting the of replacement filters varies considerably.
Page 451 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in the WARNING! trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump-starting. Refer to “Jump-Starting • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can Procedures”...
Page 452: Air Conditioner Maintenance
450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner should • It is essential when replacing the cables on the be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the battery that the positive cable is attached to the start of each warm season.
Page 453 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- tioning system.
Page 454 452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE A/C Air Filter The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under the hood, behind a removable panel in the cowl on the passenger side of the vehicle, next to the windshield wipers. When installing a new filter, ensure its proper orientation. 1.
Page 455 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453 Filter Access Cover A/C Air Filter 3. Remove the used filter. 5. Close the filter access cover. 4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the maintenance intervals.
Page 456: Body Lubrication
454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Lubrication Windshield Wiper Blades Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 457: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 455 Adding Washer Fluid WARNING! The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the Commercially available windshield washer solvents front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care fluid level at regular intervals.
Page 458 456 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE exhaust system inspected each time the vehicle is raised CAUTION! for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- WARNING! leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control •...
Page 459 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage: verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst motion.
Page 460: Cooling System
458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System Coolant Checks Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every WARNING! 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the • When working near the radiator cooling fan, system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition fresh coolant.
Page 461 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 459 With the engine at normal operating temperature (but Selection Of Coolant not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of “Maintaining Your Vehicle”...
Page 462 460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Please review these recommendations for using Organic CAUTION! (Continued) Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze). • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional •...
Page 463 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 461 Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- WARNING! tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
Page 464: Maintaining Your Vehicle
462 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing en- a regulated substance requiring proper disposal.
Page 465: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 463 • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. •...
Page 466 464 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may WARNING! cause leaking in the system. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require- possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or ments described on the brake fluid reservoir.
Page 467: Clutch Hydraulic System - Manual
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 465 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in can severely damage your brake system and/or spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing impair its performance. The proper type of brake the brake fluid to catch fire.
Page 468: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
466 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Manual Transmission – If Equipped Change Transmission Fluid If contaminated with water, change the fluid immedi- Fluid Level Check ately. See your authorized dealer for service. Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the left side of the transmission.
Page 469 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467 CAUTION! CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter nents.
Page 470: Rear Axle
468 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the CAUTION! axle. The fluid level should be at the bottom of the fill hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level. If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts”...
Page 471 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469 extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi- Washing tions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- underbody protection. hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with The following maintenance recommendations will enable clear water.
Page 472 470 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder that will •...
Page 473 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If Equipped • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following manner: chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 474 472 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Care WARNING! Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. carpeting. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Page 475 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 473 Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses. The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care Glass Surfaces must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
Page 476: Fuses
474 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR Total Clean, a FUSES mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove Integrated Power Module the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine cloth.
Page 477 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 475 Cavity Car- Mini- Description CAUTION! tridge Fuse • When installing the integrated power module Fuse cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly — 15 Amp Washer Motor positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may Blue allow water to get into the integrated power mod- —...
Page 478 476 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 30 Amp Starter — — — Green 50 Amp — Radiator Fan — — — 30 Amp — Windshield Wiper — —...
Page 479: Rear Power Distribution Center
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 477 Rear Power Distribution Center CAUTION! There is also a power distribution center located in the • When installing the power distribution center trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly contains fuses and relays.
Page 480 478 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 60 Amp — Ignition Off 40 Amp — Integrated Power Yellow Draw (IOD) Green Module (IPM) Cavity 1 of the Rear 30 Amp —...
Page 481 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 479 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Power Outlet — 20 Amp Instrument Cluster Yellow Yellow — 25 Amp Vacuum Pump – If — 20 Amp Cigar Lighter Natural Equipped...
Page 482 480 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 10 Amp Ignition Run, AC — — — Heater Control/ — — — Occupant Restraint — — — Controller (ORC) — 5 Amp Antenna Module –...
Page 483 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 481 *Cavities 11, 12, and 13 contain self-resetting fuses (circuit Cavity Car- Mini- Description breakers) that are only serviceable by an authorized tridge Fuse dealer. The cluster and the driver seat switch are fused by Fuse the 25 Amp circuit breaker in cavity 11. The passenger —...
Page 484: Vehicle Storage
482 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE Interior Bulbs Bulb Number If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your Rear Courtesy/Reading battery. Lamps • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp •...
Page 485: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 483 Exterior Bulbs BULB REPLACEMENT Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Headlamp – High Inten- D1S (Serviced at Park/Turn Lamp — Models with Halogen sity Discharge (HID) Authorized Dealer) Headlamps — If Equipped Halogen Headlamp See your authorized dealer for bulb replacement.
Page 486: Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp
484 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • If a screwdriver is used, make sure a soft material is A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of placed between the vehicle body and tool so not to HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned scratch the paint.
Page 487: Tail/Turn And Stop Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 485 Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp 1. Open the trunk. 2. Using a screwdriver, remove the tail lamp retainer. 4. Pull back the trunk liner. 5. Remove the remaining fasteners from the back of the tail lamp assembly. 3.
Page 488 486 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Pull the tail lamp assembly clear from the vehicle to 8. Disconnect the electrical connector. access the bulbs. 9. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- terclockwise to remove it from the tail lamp assembly. 10.
Page 489: Center Tail/Backup Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 487 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. 14.
Page 490: License Lamp
488 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE License Lamp 1. Remove the screws securing the lamp to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 1 — License Lamp Bulb 2 —...
Page 491: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 489 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) All Engines 19 Gallons 72 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.6 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters 5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System* 3.6 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant...
Page 492: Engine
490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 493: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 491 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Manual Transmission – If We recommend you use MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Equipped Automatic Transmission – If MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed Equipped ATF+4 product. Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3, SAE J1703.
Page 495: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart.....496 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .494...
Page 496 494 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis- Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicator system. The oil change indicator system will indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Page 497 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 495 NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, Change Indicator System: whichever comes first. • Change oil and filter Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: •...
Page 498 496 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals and replace if necessary. Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the manual transmission fluid (if equipped), add as necessary.
Page 499 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 497 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine). ** Replace spark plugs (5.7L engine).
Page 500 498 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Change the manual transmission fluid (if equipped) if using your vehicle for any of the following: Most of your driving is at sus- tained speeds during hot...
Page 501 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 499 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change the automatic transmis- sion fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road, or frequent trailer towing. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Page 502 500 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 503: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .503 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 504 502 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .510 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....509 ▫...
Page 505: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 503 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 506: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
504 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer. Any communication to the manufacturer’s customer cen- We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an ter should include the following information: authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and •...
Page 507: Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 505 Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) P.O. Box 1621 To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- Phone: (800) 465–2001 English / (800) 387–9983 French cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center.
Page 508: Service Contract
506 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Service Contract The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle is not responsible for any service contract other than the to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected manufacturer’s service contract.
Page 509: Warranty Information
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 507 MOPAR PARTS WARNING! MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle known to the State of California to cause cancer and operating at its best.
Page 510: In Canada
508 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS individual problems between you, your authorized To order the following manuals, you may use either the dealer, and the manufacturer. website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–...
Page 511 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 509 Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Call toll free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and features.
Page 512 510 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Treadwear Traction Grades The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 513 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 511 Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The temperature grade for this tire is established for representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory...
Page 515 INDEX...
Page 516 514 INDEX About Your Brakes ......330 Alarm Light ......227 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 517 INDEX 515 Automatic Transmission ....315 Brake Assist System ..... . .338 Adding Fluid .
Page 518 516 INDEX Caps, Filler Cleaning Fuel ....... .382 Wheels ......471 Oil (Engine) .
Page 519 INDEX 517 Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...461 Daytime Running Lights ....173 Cooling System.
Page 520 518 INDEX Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy..236 Emission Control System Maintenance ..441 Engine ....... . .439 Electrical Power Outlets.
Page 521 INDEX 519 Overheating ......404 Engine Oil ......447 Starting .
Page 522 520 INDEX Fuel ........378 Fuel System Caution ..... . .383 Adding .
Page 523 INDEX 521 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating....385 Headlight Washers ......455 GVWR .
Page 524 522 INDEX Inside Rearview Mirror .....116 Keyless Go.......12 Instrument Cluster .
Page 525 INDEX 523 Lights ....... . .109 Headlights ......171 Airbag .
Page 526 524 INDEX Reading ......176 Door ....... .33 Seat Belt Reminder .
Page 527 INDEX 525 Mirrors ....... .116 Occupant Restraints ......45 Automatic Dimming .
Page 528 526 INDEX Recommendation ..... . .445 Personal Settings......243 Synthetic .
Page 529 INDEX 527 Preparation for Jacking .....418 Refrigerant ......451 Pretensioners Release, Hood.
Page 530 528 INDEX Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ....429 Operating Instructions ....50 Rotation, Tires .
Page 531 INDEX 529 Service Assistance ......503 Spare Tire.......361 Service Contract .
Page 532 530 INDEX Steering Wheel Audio Controls ....282 Tilt Steering Column ..... . .181 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls .
Page 533 INDEX 531 Quality Grading ..... . .509 Recreational ......400 Radial .
Page 534 532 INDEX Manual ......309 Vanity Mirrors ......120 Shifting .
Page 535 INDEX 533 Washing Vehicle ......469 Windshield Defroster..... . .107 Water Windshield Washers .
Page 536 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 2013 Owner's Manual

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