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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and features and equipment that are either standard or op- the name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 5 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm ....18 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Open The Trunk ....25 Trunk Lock And Release ....34 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - ▫ Transporting Passengers ....72 Airbags ......48 ▫...
Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
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. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
Page 16: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Removing Key Fob From Ignition at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob to the then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 17: Starting And Operating
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 WARNING! Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in the • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a sounds a signal to remind you to remove the Key Fob.
Page 18: Sentry Key
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SENTRY KEY bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor- electronics. This condition will result in the engine being ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The shut off after two seconds.
Page 19: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Replacement Keys Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho- rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the is one that has never been programmed.
Page 20: Vehicle Security Alarm
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference that may be off after three minutes, turn all of the visual signals off received, including interference that may cause unde- after 15 minutes, and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will sired operation.
Page 21: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 • The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed during Vehicles Equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go Press the Keyless Enter-N-Go Start/Stop button until the trunk entry. Pressing the TRUNK button will not Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) indicates disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 22: Illuminated Entry
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery ILLUMINATED ENTRY becomes disconnected, the Vehicle Security Alarm will The courtesy lights will turn on when you press the remain armed when the battery is reconnected. The UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) exterior lights will flash, and the horn will sound.
Page 23: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 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 24 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- This feature lets you program the system to unlock either ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter the driver’s door or both doors on the first press of the with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter.
Page 25: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • When not using the EVIC, perform the following Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated steps: will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm. 1.
Page 26: Remote Open Window Feature
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the are locked with the RKE transmitter.
Page 27: To Open The Trunk
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 • You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the To Open The Trunk Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the times within five seconds to open the trunk.
Page 28: General Information
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference received, 2. Remove and replace the battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on the battery to the + sign on including interference that may cause undesired the inside of the battery clip, located on the back cover.
Page 29: Remote Starting System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • Ignition key removed from ignition switch REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry • Battery at an acceptable charge level, and (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- •...
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Enter Remote Start Mode cycled by pushing the START/STOP button twice (or Press and release the REMOTE START button the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN on the RKE transmitter twice, within five sec- position) before you can repeat the start sequence for a onds.
Page 31: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle, DOOR LOCKS press and release the START/STOP button. If the Manual Door Locks START/STOP button is not present, insert the Key Fob To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door into the ignition switch and turn the switch to the trim panel downward.
Page 32: Power Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the door lock knob is down when you shut the door, Power Door Locks the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the key is not The power door lock switch is located on each door trim inside the vehicle before closing the door.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 If you press the power door lock switch while the Key 6. The doors were not previously locked using the power Fob is in the ignition, and either door is open, the power door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) locks will not operate.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. The vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h) 4. Within 30 seconds, press the power door UNLOCK switch to unlock the doors. Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit Programming The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be 5.
Page 35: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 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 36: Wind Buffeting
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE AUTO-Down Feature Wind Buffeting The driver’s door power window switch and passenger Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of door power window switch have an AUTO-down fea- pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ture.
Page 37: Trunk Safety Warning
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 NOTE: The transmission must be in PARK before the With the ignition switch in the OFF position or the key button will operate. If equipped with a manual transmis- removed from the ignition switch, the Trunk Open sym- sion, the vehicle speed must be under 5 mph (8 km/h) bol will display until the trunk is closed.
Page 38: Trunk Emergency Release
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: • Three-point lap and shoulder belts for the driver and all passengers • Advanced Front Airbags for driver and front passen- •...
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized WARNING! seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold In an accident, you and your passengers can suffer infant and child restraint systems.
Page 40: Lap/Shoulder Belts
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the WARNING! inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or be belted at all times.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 2. The seat belt latch plate is contacting the seat when the WARNING! (Continued) belt is routed through the seat web guide. When the belt • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make is routed outside of the seat web guide, the latch plate your injuries in an accident much worse.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. a bit on the shoulder belt.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 retractor The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.
Page 45: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure the shoulder belt. The Automatic Locking Mode is avail- Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ able on all passenger-seating positions with a combina- shoulder belt. tion lap/shoulder belt.
Page 46: Energy Management Feature
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode WARNING! Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- locking mode.
Page 47: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat warning is triggered, BeltAlert will continue to chime belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be and flash the Seat Belt Reminder Light for 96 seconds or worn snugly and positioned properly.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE BeltAlert Programming 3. Within 60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the The BeltAlert can be enabled or disabled by your ON/RUN position, unbuckle and then re-buckle the authorized dealer or by performing the following steps: driver’s seat belt at least three times, ending with the seat belt buckled.
Page 49: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Seat Belts and Pregnant Women Seat Belt Extender We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended your throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt the best way to keep the baby safe.
Page 50: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbags
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags This vehicle has Advanced Front Airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s Advanced Front Air- bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator NOTE: • Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim; design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation based on the severity and type of collision. but they will open during airbag deployment.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) WARNING! • Front and Side Impact Sensors • No objects should be placed over or near the • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, airbag on the instrument panel, because any such and Seat Track Position Sensors objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a...
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios, etc. Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) — If Equipped SABIC airbags may offer side-impact and vehicle rollover protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Being too close to the SABIC airbags during deploy- Knee Impact Bolsters ment could cause you to be severely injured or killed. The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the driver and the front passenger, and position front occu- The system includes side impact sensors adjacent to both pants for the best interaction with the Advanced Front...
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child WARNING! seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint. Infants in rear-facing child restraints should never (Refer to “Child Restraints”) ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger...
Page 56: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do not lean against the door or window. If your vehicle WARNING! (Continued) has side airbags, and deployment occurs, the side airbags • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument will inflate forcefully into the space between you and the panel during Advanced Front Airbag deployment door.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 The ORC determines if deployment of the front and/or Advanced Front Airbags may deploy in crashes with side airbags in a frontal or side collision is required. little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe Based on the impact sensors signals, a central electronic initial deceleration.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition, the WARNING! airbag system is not on and the airbags will not inflate. Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru- The ORC contains a backup power supply system that ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to may deploy the airbags even if the battery loses power or protect you in a collision.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the side instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the curtain airbag.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as Front and Side Impact Sensors In front and side impacts, impact sensors can aid the the battery has power or until the ignition key is ORC in determining appropriate response to impact removed.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. Do not drive your vehicle after the airbags have de- They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a airbags will not be in place to protect you.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad- WARNING! vanced airbag system. The airbag may inflate • Modifications to any part of the airbag system accidentally or may not function properly if modi- could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 63: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Airbag Warning Light check the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer to the label You will want to have the airbags ready to located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the inflate for your protection in a collision.
Page 64: Child Restraints
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- accelerator and/or brake pedal; and, ment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Infants and Child Restraints WARNING! • Safety experts recommend that children ride In an collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least baby, can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg).
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing WARNING! more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child cannot sit Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in with knees bent over the vehicle’s seat cushion while the the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger...
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or WARNING! slouching can move the belt out of position. • Improper installation can lead to failure of an • If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the infant or child restraint.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child Do not leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or restraint: accident, it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause serious personal injury.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 available for some time. For some older child restraints, many child restraint manufacturers offer add-on tether strap kits or retrofit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child restraint in any vehicle.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint window. These tether strap anchorages are under a System plastic cover with this symbol on it. We urge you to follow the manufacturer’s directions Many, but not all restraint systems will be equipped with carefully when installing your child restraint.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 provide the most direct path between the anchor and the restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt child restraint. Finally, tighten all three straps as you behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through push the child restraint rearward and downward into the the child restraint belt path and then buckle it.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat To attach a child restraint tether strap: Belt 1. Rotate the cover over the anchor directly behind the The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are seat where you are placing the child restraint.
Page 73: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to Transporting Pets the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc- An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly tions.
Page 74: Maintaining Your Vehicle
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the should be considered a normal part of the break-in and limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. not interpreted as an indication of difficulty. However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can SAFETY TIPS be detrimental and should be avoided.
Page 75: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined WARNING! (Continued) areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your out of the area.
Page 76: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com- Airbag Warning Light plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, The light should come on and remain on for four to eight damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 they cannot slip out of position and interfere with the WARNING! (Continued) pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other • Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on ways.
Page 78: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lights WARNING! (Continued) Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high mounting can cause interference with the brake beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Page 79: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......81 Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped ... 85 ▫...
Page 80 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Voice Command System Operation ..114 ▫ Headlights And Parking Lights ..128 ▫ Commands ......116 ▫...
Page 81 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 ▫ Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights ..132 ▫ To Resume Speed ....139 ▫...
Page 82 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Troubleshooting Tips ....147 ▫ Sunroof Maintenance ....151 ▫...
Page 83: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Mirror 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 next to the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated.
Page 84: Outside Mirrors
82 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 85: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 Power Mirrors After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s door direction you want the mirror to move. Use the center off trim panel next to the power door lock switch.
Page 86: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Illuminated Vanity Mirrors “Slide-On-Rod” and Extender Features of Sun An illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor. Visor To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature of the sun visor, rotate swing the mirror cover upward.
Page 87: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
0.96 or higher. See the Uconnect™ website for supported phones. For Uconnect™ customer support, visit the following websites: • www.chrysler.com/uconnect • www.dodge.com/uconnect Slide-On-Rod Extender Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED • www.jeep.com/uconnect Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- • or call 1–877–855–8400 vehicle communications system.
Page 88 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Phone allows you to transfer calls between WARNING! the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s Any voice commanded system should be used only microphone for private conversation.
Page 89: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 The Uconnect™ Phone can be used with any Hands-Free menu structure. Voice commands are required after most Profile certified Bluetooth cellular phone. See the Uconnect™ Phone prompts. You will be prompted for a Uconnect™...
Page 90 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phonebook and New Entry. Please remember, the Cancel Command Uconnect™ Phone works best when you talk in a At any prompt, after the beep, you can say Cancel and normal conversational tone, as if speaking to someone you will be returned to the main menu.
Page 91 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 • You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a The following are general phone to Uconnect™ Phone pairing instructions: priority level between one and seven, with one being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven cellular •...
Page 92 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system will prompt you to say the name of the Dial by Saying a Number person you want to call. • Press the button to begin. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say The Uconnect™ Phone will allow you to enter up to 32 Phonebook New Entry. names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations.
Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Automatic download and update, if supported, begins • This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or as soon as the Bluetooth wireless phone connection is deleted on the Uconnect™ Phone. These can only be made to the Uconnect™...
Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 NOTE: Edit Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries • The phone handset must support Bluetooth OBEX NOTE: transfers of phonebook entries to use this feature. • Editing names in the phonebook is recommended • Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if they when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 96 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to delete.
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries Phonebook List Names. • Press the button to begin. • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the names of all the •...
Page 98: Phone Call Features
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone Call Features Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call The following features can be accessed through the Currently in Progress Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on your If a call is currently in progress and you have another cellular service plan.
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 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 in this section.
Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Termination Call Continuation To end a call in progress, momentarily press the Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Uconnect™ Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been button.
Page 101: Uconnect™ Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Uconnect™ Phone Features Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the cellular 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 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may Towing Assistance not be applicable with the available cellular service If you need towing assistance: and area. • Press the button to begin. • If supported, this number may be programmable on •...
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Paging When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that To learn how to page, refer to Working with Automated normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence Systems. Paging works properly except for pagers of on your cellular phone keypad, you can press the certain companies, which time out a little too soon to button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed...
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Uconnect™ Phone will then send the corresponding Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system tones over the phone. from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect™ Phone will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).
Page 105: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF) You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone When you mute the Uconnect™ Phone, you will still be keypad and still use the Uconnect™ Phone (while dialing able to hear the conversation coming from the other via the cellular phone keypad, the user must exercise party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, say List Phones. from your Uconnect™ Phone paired cellular phone to the Uconnect™ Phone or vice versa, press the button • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone names of and say Transfer Call.
Page 107: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 • The selected phone will be used for the next phone Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ call. If the selected phone is not available, the Phone Uconnect™ Phone will return to using the highest Uconnect™...
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the Uconnect™ Phone. For best results, the Voice Training speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from session should be completed when the vehicle is parked you.
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 • When navigating through an automated system such • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of compromised with the convertible top down. speaking the digit string, make sure to say Send.
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness Bluetooth Communication Link to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to not the Uconnect™ Phone. the Uconnect™...
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Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 116: General Information
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information NOTE: Take care to speak into the Voice Interface This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and System as calmly and normally as possible. The ability of RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com- following conditions: mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a...
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few For example, if you are in the disc menu and you are seconds, the system will present you with a list of listening to FM radio, you can speak commands from the options.
Page 118: Commands
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Commands In this mode, you can say the following commands: The Voice Command system understands two types of • “Radio” (to switch to the radio mode) commands. Universal commands are available at all •...
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 • “Previous Channel” (to select the previous channel) Radio FM To switch to the FM band, say “FM” or “Radio FM”. In • “List Channel” (to hear a list of available channels) this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memo − “Previous” (to play the previous memo) To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. In − “Delete” (to delete a memo) this mode, you may say the following commands: • “Delete All” (to delete all memos) •...
Page 121: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the Voice SEATS Command button first and wait for the beep Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System of the vehicle. They need to be used properly for safe before speaking the “Barge In”...
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE switch is used to adjust the angle of the seatback. Push WARNING! forward or rearward on the switch to change the position of the seatback. Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 123: Manual Front Seatback Recline
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Manual Front Seatback Recline 2. Lift the handle to return the seatback to an upright To recline: position. 1. Lean forward in the seat and lift the handle, then lean WARNING! back to the desired position and release the handle. Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 124: Lumbar Support
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lumbar Support Head Restraints This feature allows you to increase or decrease the Head restraints can reduce the risk of injury in the event amount of lumbar support. Turn the control lever for- of a rear impact.
Page 125: Heated Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 WARNING! Driving a vehicle with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision. The head restraints should always be checked prior to operating the vehicle and never adjusted while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the switch once to select High-level heat- WARNING! ing. Press the switch a second time to select • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin Low-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements Off.
Page 127: Easy Entry Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 CAUTION! Repeated overheating of the seat could damage the heating element and/or degrade the material of the seat. Easy Entry Seats Pulling upward on the lever, located on the seatback, allows the seatback to dump forward and the seat to slide forward.
Page 128: Folding Rear Seat
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the additional storage area.
Page 129: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety Two latches must be released to open the hood. catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood.
Page 130: Lights
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS CAUTION! Headlights and Parking Lights To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to The headlight switch is located on the left side of the close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- instrument panel.
Page 131: Automatic Headlights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent Headlights On with Wipers (Available with for parking light and instrument panel light operation. Automatic Headlights Only) Turn it to the second detent for headlight, parking light When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on and instrument panel light operation.
Page 132: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To activate the delay feature, place the ignition in the OFF Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped position while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off The high beam headlights will come on as Daytime the headlights within 45 seconds.
Page 133: Multifunction Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates when the fog lights are turned on. NOTE: The fog lights will operate with the low beam headlights or parking lights on. However, selecting the high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.
Page 134: Lane Change Assist
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Flash-to-Pass • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you.
Page 135: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 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 part of the headlight switch and is located on the left side of the instrument panel.
Page 136: Windshield Wipers And Washers
134 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 137: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. The CAUTION! wipers will continue to operate until you release the multifunction lever. Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the wind- Windshield Washers shield wipers may result if the wiper switch is left in To use the washer, push the multifunction lever inward...
Page 138: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be enabled or WARNING! disabled. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Fea- Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield tures)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for could lead to a collision.
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the steering column in position, push the control handle inward until fully engaged. WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Page 140: Electronic Speed Control
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- When engaged, Electronic Speed Control takes over the tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at (40 km/h).
Page 141: To Set A Desired Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 • Electronic Speed Control may not engage if a different WARNING! size tire is installed on one wheel, such as the compact spare tire. Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally To Deactivate set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
Page 142: To Vary The Speed Setting
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE previous set speed. To do so, push the lever upward to until the lever is released. Release the lever when the RESUME ACCEL and release. Then remove your foot desired speed is reached, and a new set speed will be from the accelerator pedal.
Page 143: Overhead Console
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur, so it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed Control. WARNING! Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control and have a collision.
Page 144: Sunglasses Storage
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE These lights also turn on when a door is opened, when The HomeLink buttons are located in the overhead the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) console, and contain one, two or three dots/lines desig- transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is nating the different HomeLink channels.
Page 145: Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Programming HomeLink WARNING! Before You Begin • Your motorized door or gate will open and close If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, while you are training the Universal Transceiver. erase all channels before you begin training.
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) NOTE: Some gate operators and garage door openers from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the EVIC may require you to replace Step 3 with procedures noted display in view.
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 This can usually be found where the hanging antenna 1. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAINING wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is button. The name and color of the button may vary by NOT the button normally used to open and close the manufacturer.
Page 148: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Gate Operator/Canadian Programming has successfully accepted the frequency signal. The Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- EVIC display will change from “CHANNEL # TRAIN- nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of ING”...
Page 149: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow these steps: Troubleshooting Tips 1. Place the ignition in the RUN position. If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here are some of the most common solutions: 2.
Page 150: General Information
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The power sunroof switch is located between the sun Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following visors on the overhead console.
Page 151: Opening Sunroof - Partially
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow small children to operate the sun- • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in roof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or the ignition switch (or with the ignition in the any object, to project through the sunroof opening.
Page 152: Opening Sunroof - Express
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express “Express Close”. During Express Close operation, any Press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroof movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof. will open automatically from any position. The sunroof Pinch Protect Feature will open fully and then stop automatically.
Page 153: Venting Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Venting Sunroof — Express the sunroof open, then adjust the sunroof opening to Press and release the Vent button in the center of the minimize the buffeting or open any window. switch, and the sunroof will open to the vent position. Sunroof Maintenance This is called “Express Vent”, which operates regardless Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean...
Page 154: Electrical Power Outlets
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There are two 12 Volt (13 Amp) electrical power outlets on this vehicle. Both of the outlets are protected by a fuse. The front 12 Volt power outlet has power available only when the ignition is placed in the ACC or RUN position.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 156: Cupholders
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Page 157: Rear Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Rear Cupholders The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide convenient access to beverage cans or bottles while maintaining a resting place for the rear occupants’...
Page 158: Console Features
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONSOLE FEATURES Console Storage The center console has a storage compartment located Sliding Center Console Armrest underneath the armrest, and also contains a 12 Volt The center console armrest slides forward with three power outlet, a molded-in coin holder (designed to hold detents to provide flexibility for comfort, cupholder use various size coins).
Page 159: Rear Window Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is located on the climate control (Mode) knob. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped).
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements.
Page 161: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go Display — Instrument Panel Features ....162 If Equipped ......185 Instrument Cluster .
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Media Center 730N/430 (RER/RBZ) — Media Center 130 (RES/RSC) — AM/FM AM/FM Stereo Radio And CD/DVD/HDD/ Stereo Radio With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) NAV — If Equipped ....192 And Sirius Radio .
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 ▫ Play Mode ......219 ▫ Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped) .
Page 164: Instrument Panel Features
162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlets 5 — Heated Seat Switch 9 — Ignition Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — ESP OFF Switch 10 — Trunk Release Button 3 — Glove Compartment 7 — Hazard Warning Switch 11 —...
Page 165: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 166: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 5. Tachometer The red segments indicate the maximum permissible 1. Fuel Gauge engine revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when range.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 7. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light If the light is flashing when the engine is running, This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check immediate service is required. In this case, you may when the ignition switch is placed in ON/ experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle RUN.
Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads 240°F others could be badly burned by steam or boiling (116°C) or greater, pull over and stop the vehicle.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 NOTE: is critically hot. The vehicle should be turned OFF • A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven immediately and serviced as soon as possible. more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on. 12.
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the BAS system. If this light remains on after several Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine. miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 17. Shift Lever Indicator — Automatic Transmission the repair technician should leave the odometer reading Only the same as it was before the repair or service. If s/he The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the cannot do so, then the odometer must be set at zero, and instrument cluster.
Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL press the TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- message. If the problem continues, the message will ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic appear the next time the vehicle is started.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger- ous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is take longer to stop the vehicle.
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS tires.) low tire pressure telltale.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the 23. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System to continue to function properly. (ABS).
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 24. Low Fuel Light CAUTION! This light will turn on and a single chime will sound when the fuel level drops to 1/8 tank. Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause damage to the engine control system. It also could 25.
Page 177: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER This system conveniently allows the driver to select a (EVIC) variety of useful information by pressing the switches The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- mounted on the steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the following: instrument cluster.
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Surround Sound modes (if equipped with Driver- SCROLL Button Selectable Surround [DSS]) Press the SCROLL button to scroll through Trip Functions, Performance Pages, Uconnect™ gps • Performance Features (If Equipped), System Status Messages, and The system allows the driver to select information by Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering...
Page 179: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 • Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays motion) When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays • Trunk Ajar (with a single chime) the following messages: •...
Page 180: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Right Front Low Pressure (with a single chime) • 1/8 Mile • Right Rear Low Pressure (with a single chime) • 1/4 Mile • Check TPM System (with a single chime) • Instantaneous G-Force •...
Page 181: Trip Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 • Average Fuel Economy Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN • Distance To Empty position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and •...
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL history information will be erased, and the averaging will significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the continue from the last fuel average reading before the LOW FUEL text and a new DTE value will display. reset.
Page 183: Performance Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 To Reset The Display Performance Features Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being WARNING! displayed. Press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button once to clear the resettable function being dis- Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor- played.
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Performance Features include the following: 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) When selected, this screen displays the time it takes for • 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) the vehicle to go from 0 to 60 mph (0 to 100 km/h) within •...
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 • The distance and speed measurements will continue to Braking Distance When selected, this screen displays the vehicle’s braking display until the FUNCTION SELECT button is distance and the speed at which the brake pedal was pressed.
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The time and speed will continue to display until the • When a force greater than zero is measured, the FUNCTION SELECT button is pressed. display will update the value as it climbs. As the G-Force falls, the peak forces will continue to display.
Page 187: Keyless Enter-N-Go Display - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Keyless Enter-N-Go Display — If Equipped The round symbol in the middle rotates to point at the When the ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed to new ignition switch position. If desired, the ignition change ignition switch positions, the Keyless Enter-N-Go switch position graphic can be set to be constantly visible icon momentarily appears in the EVIC display showing by pressing the EVIC MENU button until the display...
Page 188: Compass Display
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Video Surround displayed temperature, therefore temperature readings are not updated when the vehicle is not moving. • Audio Surround Automatic Compass Calibration While in the Surround Sound menu, press the FUNC- This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the TION SELECT button to change surround modes.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 2. Press and hold the HOME button for approximately NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of two seconds. the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass 3.
Page 190: System Warnings (Customer Information Features)
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Pressure 2. Press and hold the HOME button for approximately two seconds. Shows the actual oil pressure. • Tire Pressure 3. Press the SCROLL button until “Compass Variance” message and the last variance zone number displays in Shows the actual tire pressure for each tire (EXCLUDING the EVIC.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 FUNCTION SELECT button while in this display to make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION select English, Espanol, or Francais. Then, as you con- SELECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears. tinue, the information will display in the selected lan- Remote Key Unlock guage.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL lock/unlock feature. To make your selection, press and off if they were turned on by this feature. To make your release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “ON” or selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT “OFF”...
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 Operating” for system function and operating informa- release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “Off,” tion. To make your selection, press and release the “45 sec.,” “5 min.,” “10 min.,” “30 min.,” or “60 min.” FUNCTION SELECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears.
Page 194: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 730N/430 (RER/RBZ) — AM/FM Operating Instructions — Uconnect™ Phone — If STEREO RADIO AND CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF Equipped Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in the Uconnect™ User EQUIPPED Manual located on the DVD for further details. NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side of the unit’s faceplate.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 displayed. To move the minute backward, touch the Show Time if Radio is Off screen where the word “Min” with the arrow pointing When selected, this feature will display the time of day downward is displayed. on the touch screen when the radio is turned off.
Page 196: Clock Setting Procedure - Rer Radio
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Touch the screen where the words “Set Time Zone” are To Manually Set the Clock — RER displayed. The time zone selection menu will appear on 1. Turn on the radio. the screen. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. 4.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 6. To save the new time setting, touch the screen where 1. Turn on the radio. the word “Save” is displayed. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. Changing Daylight Savings Time 3. Touch the screen where “User Clock” is displayed, the When selected, this feature will display the time of day in clock setting menu will appear on the screen.
Page 198: Media Center 130 (Sales Code Res)
196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Touch the screen where the words “Set Time Zone” are displayed. The time zone selection menu will appear on the screen. 5. Select a time zone by touching the screen where your selection appears. If you do not see a time zone that you want to select, touch the screen where the word “Page”...
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) TIME Button Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the Press the TIME button to alternate display of the time radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second and radio frequency. time to turn off the radio.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the direction of the arrows.
Page 201: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding Memory button number will display. When you are receiving a station that you wish to Buttons 1 - 6 commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RND These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you button.
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and CAUTION! multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks. • This CD player will accept 4-3/4 in (12 cm) discs Inserting Compact Disc(s) only. The use of other sized discs may damage the Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD CD player mechanism.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 204: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of files: 255 Notes on Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file file recording media and formats are limited. When names and folder names is limited.
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of Specification Frequency (kHz) multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in 320, 256, 224, longer disc loading times.
Page 206: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s...
Page 207: Media Center 130 (Res/Rsc) - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack) And Sirius Radio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 MEDIA CENTER 130 (RES/RSC) — AM/FM Operating Instructions — Radio Mode STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or JACK) AND SIRIUS RADIO ACC position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of the radio faceplate.
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch Uconnect”...
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 Clock Setting Procedure starting at Step 2. For vehicles not equipped with satellite radio, press the SETUP button and then follow the above 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. procedure, starting at Step 2. 2.
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones.
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following 16-Digit Program Type format types: Character Display 16-Digit Personality Persnlty Program Type Character Display Public Public No program type Rhythm and Blues R & B None or undefined Religious Music Rel Musc...
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob station with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 213: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 You may add a second station to each pushbutton by Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press MP3 Audio Play the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the NOTE: display window.
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you insert a disc with the ignition ON/RUN and the EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. and begin to play when you insert the disc.
Page 215: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in Press this button while the CD is playing to activate CD and MP3 modes. Random Play.
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. display.) When reading discs recorded using formats other than •...
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- Specification Frequency (kHz) sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 160, 128, 144, extension may cause playback problems.
Page 218: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected begin playing the files contained in that folder (or the by the following: next folder in sequence if the selection does not contain playable files). •...
Page 219: Universal Consumer Interface (Uci) 0.5 - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack which Equipped) allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in the Uconnect™ User MP3 player or cassette player and utilize the vehicle’s Manual located on the DVD for further details.
Page 220: Connecting The Ipod
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This feature allows an iPod to be plugged into the Connecting The iPod vehicle’s sound system through a 16–pin connector, using Use the provided connection cable to connect an iPod to the provided interface cable. the vehicle’s 16–pin connector port located on the center console.
Page 221: Using This Feature
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Using This Feature Play Mode By using the provided connection cable to connect an When switched to UCI mode, the iPod automatically iPod to the vehicle’s UCI 16–pin connector port: starts Play mode. In Play mode, use the following buttons on the radio faceplate to control the iPod and display •...
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Jump backward in the current track by pressing and • While a track is playing, press the INFO button to see holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW the associated metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) button long enough will jump to the beginning of for that track.
Page 223: List Or Browse Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod . If the RND icon is fast will scroll through the list faster. During fast showing on the radio display, then the shuffle mode is scroll, a slight delay in updating the information on the radio display may be noticed.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current CAUTION! list on the top line and the first item in that list on • Leaving the iPod (or any supported device) any- the second line. where in the vehicle in extreme heat or cold can •...
Page 225: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped (Ren/Req/Rer/Res Radios Only)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 Uconnect™ Multimedia (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF information, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or EQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES RADIOS ONLY) visit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com, or at www- Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- .siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents. ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification coast.
Page 226: Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly the radio to exit this screen.
Page 227: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 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 or ACC able).
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Display Sirius ID number — Press the AUDIO/ MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number. This mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button number is used to activate, deactivate, or change the or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five Sirius subscription.
Page 229: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 pushbutton memory. The channels stored in SET 2 KICKER HIGH PERFORMANCE SOUND SYSTEM WITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE SURROUND (DSS) – memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton IF EQUIPPED twice. Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display.
Page 230: Remote Sound System Controls - If Equipped
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “Audio Surround” is optimized for front seat passengers for REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF any audio source. This surround effect is available for audio EQUIPPED from any source – AM/FM/CD/ Satellite Radio or AUX – and is activated through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Vehicles equipped with steering wheel-mounted buttons mode will change (i.e., from AM to FM, to Media mode, are also equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information etc., depending on which radio is in the vehicle). Center (EVIC). The EVIC features a driver-interactive FUNCTION SELECT Button display which is located in the instrument cluster.
Page 232: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective precautions: coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding.
Page 233: Climate Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 CLIMATE CONTROLS Front Blower Control There are four blower speeds. Use this Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System control to regulate the amount of air The controls for the manual system in this vehicle contain forced through the system in any a series of outer rotary dials and inner push knobs.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Temperature Control Mode Control (Air Direction) Use this control to regulate the tem- Mode control allows you to choose perature of the air inside the passenger from several selections of air distribu- compartment. Rotating the knob coun- tion.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 Bi-Level Mode Defrost Mode Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use DEFROST mode with maximum blower and temperature settings for best NOTE: There is a difference in temperature (in any windshield and side window defrosting.
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb- NOTE: • If the RECIRCULATION button is pressed when the ing the mode control selection. system is in MIX, DEFROST, or FLOOR mode the Economy Mode RECIRCULATION LED indicator will flash 3 times If ECONOMY mode is desired, press the A/C button to and then turn off to indicate RECIRCULATION mode...
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Max A/C Once the driver enters the vehicle, the control will return For maximum cooling use the A/C and RECIRCULA- to the customer selected settings. This feature was de- TION mode buttons at the same time. signed to ensure maximum comfort during extreme conditions.
Page 238: Operating Tips
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips Vacation Storage Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air suggested control settings for various weather condi- conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the tions.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Side Window Demisters Outside Air Intake A side window demister outlet is located at each end of Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the the instrument panel. These non-adjustable outlets direct windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 241: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....243 Engine Block Heater — If Equipped ..250 ▫...
Page 242 240 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Five-Speed Automatic Transmission ..260 ▫ Manual Transmission – If Equipped ..272 ▫ Gear Ranges ......260 ▫...
Page 243 STARTING AND OPERATING 241 Tire Safety Information ....286 Tire Rotation Recommendations ... 303 ▫...
Page 244 242 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Fuel System Cautions ....313 ▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ..318 ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ... . 314 ▫...
Page 245: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 STARTING PROCEDURES This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlocking igni- Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the tion system. It will not start unless the clutch pedal is inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if pressed to the floor.
Page 246: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
244 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- started. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic con- ing precautions are not observed: •...
Page 247: Keyless Go
STARTING AND OPERATING 245 Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated Installing and Removing the ENGINE Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START START/STOP Button position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The Installing the Button starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage automatically when the engine is running.
Page 248: Normal Starting
246 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The ENGINE START/STOP button should only Using the ENGINE START/STOP Button – Manual be removed or inserted with the ignition in the OFF Transmission Only position. NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm Normal Starting engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
Page 249 STARTING AND OPERATING 247 2. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position. To Turn Off the Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button – Manual Transmission Only 3. If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/ STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle 1.
Page 250: Extreme Cold Weather
248 STARTING AND OPERATING • If the vehicle speed is above 5 mph (8 km/h), the • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two to change the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position seconds before the engine will shut off.
Page 251: If Engine Fails To Start
STARTING AND OPERATING 249 If Engine Fails To Start Clearing a Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE START/STOP Button) – Automatic Transmission WARNING! Only If the engine fails to start after you have followed the • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the “Normal Starting”...
Page 252: After Starting
250 STARTING AND OPERATING the way to the floor and hold it, then press and hold the CAUTION! ENGINE START/STOP button for no more than 15 sec- onds. Release the accelerator pedal and the clutch pedal, To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 sec- wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting”...
Page 253: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 251 The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one CAUTION! hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. • Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch WARNING! pedal, or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged, as this will cause Remember to disconnect the engine block heater abnormal wear on the clutch.
Page 254 252 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 before shifting gears. As you warms up. This is normal. release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator pedal.
Page 255 STARTING AND OPERATING 253 Earlier upshifts during cruise conditions (relatively CAUTION! steady speeds) may result in increased fuel economy. Always make sure the vehicle comes to a complete Higher upshift speeds may be used to obtain a desired stop before shifting into REVERSE. Failure to do so acceleration rate.
Page 256 254 STARTING AND OPERATING with the clutch engaged (clutch pedal released), but it When the “1–4 Skip Shift Indicator Message” is dis- may also be heard when driving at low engine RPM. played, the shift mechanism will only allow shifts from Also, this may be more noticeable when the transmis- first gear to fourth gear.
Page 257: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 255 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the • If you skip more than one gear while downshift- vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine ing or downshift at too high an engine speed, you is at idle speed.
Page 258: General Information
256 STARTING AND OPERATING • Shift lever position WARNING! • Accelerator position It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or • Vehicle speed NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, The gear shifting process is continuously adapted, de- the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in pendent on the driving style, the driving situation, and...
Page 259 STARTING AND OPERATING 257 • The electronically-controlled transmission provides a WARNING! precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are self-calibrating. Therefore, the first few shifts on a new Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure vehicle may be somewhat abrupt or soft until after the those in and near the vehicle.
Page 260: Key Ignition Park Interlock
258 STARTING AND OPERATING Over-Temperature Mode Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System The transmission electronics constantly monitor the This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift transmission oil temperature. If the transmission exceeds Interlock (BTSI) system that holds the shift lever in the normal operating temperature, the transmission will PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK change the way it shifts to help control the condition.
Page 261 STARTING AND OPERATING 259 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position (RUN position with Keyless Go™) without starting the engine. 2. Firmly set the parking brake. 3. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 4.
Page 262: Five-Speed Automatic Transmission
260 STARTING AND OPERATING With Keyless Go™ If the engine is running, press the START/STOP button to turn it off. Release the brake pedal and press the START/ STOP button once or twice to go to the ACC or RUN position.
Page 263 STARTING AND OPERATING 261 When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever in the The following indicators should be used to ensure that PARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. you have engaged the shift lever in the PARK position: •...
Page 264 262 STARTING AND OPERATING REVERSE WARNING! This range is used for moving the vehicle rearward. Always stop before moving the shift lever to REVERSE. Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe NEUTRAL practices that limit your response to changing traffic This range is used when the vehicle is standing for...
Page 265 STARTING AND OPERATING 263 under heavy loading conditions (in hilly terrain, travel- brought to a stop. After the vehicle has stopped, PARK, ing into strong head winds, or while towing heavy REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to operate. Sec- trailers, use the AutoStick mode and select the “3”...
Page 266: Autostick
264 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- Operation mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your By placing the shift lever in the DRIVE position, it can be earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has moved from side to side.
Page 267: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 265 • Starting out in second gear is helpful in snowy or icy You can shift in or out of the AutoStick mode at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal. conditions. When you wish to engage AutoStick , simply move the •...
Page 268: Traction
266 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. visible. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the rear 4.
Page 269: Flowing/Rising Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 267 Flowing/Rising Water CAUTION! • Due to lower ground clearance, driving your ve- WARNING! hicle up steep driveways, approach ramps or near Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path where parking blocks may cause damage to the front water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 270 268 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water • Driving through standing water may cause dam- before driving through it. Never drive through age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- standing water that is deeper than the bottom of ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
Page 271: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 269 POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph steering capability if power assist is lost.
Page 272: Power Steering Fluid Check
270 STARTING AND OPERATING system. This noise should be considered normal, and it checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are does not in any way damage the steering system. apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- pated.
Page 273: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 271 If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated NOTE: • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light”...
Page 274: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
272 STARTING AND OPERATING Manual Transmission – If Equipped Automatic Transmission – If Equipped The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower lower left corner of the instrument panel. To release the left corner of the instrument panel.
Page 275 STARTING AND OPERATING 273 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage the parking brake. Always apply the parking or injury.
Page 276: Brake System
274 STARTING AND OPERATING BRAKE SYSTEM braking conditions. The system automatically “pumps” Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic the brakes during severe braking conditions to prevent brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic wheel lock-up. systems loses normal capability, the remaining The Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) prevents system will still function.
Page 277 STARTING AND OPERATING 275 You also may experience the following when the brake WARNING! system goes into Anti-Lock: • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains so- • The ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a phisticated electronic equipment that may be sus- short time after the stop), ceptible to interference caused by improperly in- •...
Page 278 276 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) The “Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent Light” monitors the anti-lock brake system. The the natural laws of physics from acting on the light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering the ON position and may stay on for as long as four...
Page 279: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 277 If both the “Brake Warning Light” and the “ABS Warning Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Light” remain on, the ABS and EBD systems are not This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control functioning. Immediate repair to the ABS system is under adverse braking conditions by controlling hydrau- required.
Page 280: Traction Control System (Tcs)
278 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) Brake Assist System (BAS) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each This system complements the ABS by optimizing the driven wheel. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is vehicle braking capability during emergency braking applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is maneuvers.
Page 281: Hill Start Assist (Hsa) - Manual Transmission Only
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 brake pedal. If the driver does not apply the throttle WARNING! during this short period of time, the system will release brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill. The The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics system will release brake pressure in proportion to from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in...
Page 282 280 STARTING AND OPERATING For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the WARNING! following steps: There may be situations on minor hills (i.e., less than NOTE: You must complete Steps 1 through 8 within 8%), with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, 90 seconds.
Page 283: Electronic Stability Program (Esp)
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 8. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then an The ESP uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path additional half-turn to the right. that the driver intends to steer the vehicle and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle.
Page 284 282 STARTING AND OPERATING accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure The ESP system has three available operating modes: to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road ESP On conditions. This is the normal operating mode for the ESP. Whenever the vehicle is started, the ESP system will be in this mode.
Page 285 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 switch and the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” will illumi- sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the nate. To turn the ESP ON again, momentarily press the “Partial Off” mode by momentarily pressing the “ESP “ESP OFF”...
Page 286 284 STARTING AND OPERATING “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Un- across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential. derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa- If one wheel on an axle is spinning faster than the other, tion.
Page 287: Synchronizing Esp
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 Synchronizing ESP cluster both come on when the ignition switch is turned The Malfunction Indicator Light for the ESP is to the ON position. They should go out with the engine combined with BAS indicator. If the power running.
Page 288: Tire Safety Information
286 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION • The “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” and the “ESP/BAS Tire Markings Malfunction Indicator Light” will turn on momen- tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESP System will be ON even if it was turned OFF previously.
Page 289 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 • Temporary spare tires are high-pressure compact NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. spares designed for temporary emergency use only. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion.
Page 290 288 STARTING AND OPERATING =Tire Sizing Chart TIRE SIZING TERMS Size Designation: P = Passenger Car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger Car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 TIRE SIZING TERMS Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
Page 292 290 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 293: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 Tire Terminology and Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof. Cold Tire Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 294: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
292 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: Tire Placard Location 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed 2) total weight your vehicle can carry on the driver’s side B-Pillar.
Page 295 STARTING AND OPERATING 293 axles must not be exceeded. For further information on 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to sengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. “Vehicle Loading” in this section. 4.
Page 296 294 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle.
Page 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 295...
Page 298: Tires - General Information
296 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 299: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side “B” Pillar. hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to Some vehicles may have supplemental tire pressure the right or left.
Page 300 298 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the winter.
Page 301: Radial Ply Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- Radial Ply Tires tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire WARNING! dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle WARNING! poorly.
Page 302: Tread Wear Indicators
300 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) for more than 30 seconds continu- ously when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
Page 303: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 Life Of Tire Replacement Tires The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many factors including, but not limited to: characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure.
Page 304 302 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 305: Snow Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 SNOW TIRES TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at during the winter. Standard tires are of the all season type different loads and perform different steering, driving, and satisfy this requirement as indicated by the M+S and braking functions.
Page 306: Tire Rotation - Four Season/Rsa Tires
304 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Rotation – Four Season/RSA Tires Tire Rotation – F1 Three Season Tires The suggested rotation method for vehicles equipped The suggested rotation method is the “side-to-side” as with all season tires is the “forward-cross” as shown in shown in the following diagram.
Page 307: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- limit for any reason, including low temperature effects mended cold placard pressure.
Page 308 306 STARTING AND OPERATING For example, your vehicle may have a recommended CAUTION! cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure • The TPMS has been optimized for the original of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), equipment tires and wheels.
Page 309: Premium System
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure the tire.
Page 310 308 STARTING AND OPERATING • Various TPMS messages, which display in the Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), and • TPM Telltale Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The “TPM Telltale Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires.
Page 311 STARTING AND OPERATING 309 will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. Check TPMS Warning If a system fault is detected, the “TPM Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
Page 312: General Information
310 STARTING AND OPERATING • This device must accept any interference received, 1. Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as including interference that may cause undesired the TPM sensors. operation. 2.
Page 313: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe- your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im- high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is prove air quality.
Page 314: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
312 STARTING AND OPERATING • operate in a lean mode CAUTION! • OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light” on Do not use gasolines containing Methanol or E85 • poor engine performance Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems and may damage critical •...
Page 315: Mmt In Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 MMT In Gasoline detergents or other additives is not needed under normal MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is conditions and they would result in additional cost. blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the blended with MMT provides no performance advantage fuel.
Page 316: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
314 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition WARNING! malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune monoxide poisoning:...
Page 317: Adding Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- mal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. •...
Page 318 316 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near system could result from using an improper fuel the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filler tube cap (gas cap).
Page 319: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 317 • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel should be used for passenger and luggage loading as tank is full. indicated. Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 320: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)
318 STARTING AND OPERATING • Type of Vehicle WARNING! • Month Day and Hour of Manufacture (MDH) Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the VIN. important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR.
Page 321: Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle NOTE: Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed separately. It is important that you distribute the load to the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR evenly over the front and rear axles.
Page 322 320 STARTING AND OPERATING The parking brake must be firmly engaged and the wheels chocked during driveshaft removal and installa- tion. The parking brake must remain engaged unless the vehicle is securely and properly connected to the tow vehicle, or the driveshaft is completely reinstalled. See your authorized dealer for proper driveshaft removal reinstallation procedures,...
Page 323: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Jump-Starting Procedure ....336 Hazard Warning Flasher ....322 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 324: Hazard Warning Flasher
322 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flasher The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the may wear down your battery. switch bank near the bottom center of the instrument IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS panel.
Page 325: Tirefit Kit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 323 • 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 326: Tirefit Storage
324 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Storage TIREFIT Kit Components and Operation The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk. 1. Sealant Bottle TIREFIT Location 2. Deflation Button — If Equipped 3. Pressure Gauge 4. Power Button...
Page 327 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 325 5. Mode Select Knob Selecting Sealant Mode Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this 6. Sealant Hose (Clear with Yellow Cap) position to inject the TIREFIT Sealant 7. Air Pump Hose (Black) and to inflate the tire. Use the Sealant Hose (clear hose with the yellow cap) 8.
Page 328: Tirefit Usage Precautions
326 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • You can use the TIREFIT air pump to inflate bicycle TIREFIT Usage Precautions tires. The kit also comes with two needles located in • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant the Accessory Storage Compartment (located on the Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on the bottom of the air pump) for inflating sport balls, rafts, bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the sys-...
Page 329 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 327 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not use TIREFIT or drive the vehicle under the • A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision following circumstances: or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
Page 330: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit
328 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the WARNING! (Continued) deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the ground. • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of This will allow the TIREFIT Hoses (6) and (7) to reach the allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician im- valve stem and keep the TIREFIT kit flat on the ground.
Page 331 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 329 3. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) and then remove the NOTE: Manual transmission vehicles must have the yellow cap from the fitting at the end of the hose. parking brake engaged and the shifter in NEUTRAL. •...
Page 332 330 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Connect the Power Plug (8) to a different 12 Volt Pressure Gauge (3) will decrease quickly from approxi- power outlet in your vehicle or another vehicle, if avail- mately 70 psi (5 Bar) to the actual tire pressure when the able.
Page 333 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 331 If the tire inflates to the recommended pressure or is at CAUTION! (Continued) least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) pressure within 15 minutes: • Failure to reinstall the yellow cap on the fitting at 1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn off the TIREFIT kit. the end of the Sealant Hose (6) can result in sealant contacting your skin, clothing, and the vehicle’s 2.
Page 334 332 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 Bar) , the tire is too WARNING! badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further. Call for assistance. TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 bar) or higher: TIREFIT.
Page 335 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 333 4. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at the 3. Use the yellow cap on end of the Sealant Hose (6) to earliest opportunity at an authorized dealer or tire ser- depress the Sealant Bottle release button. The Sealant vice center.
Page 336: Jump-Starting Procedures
334 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
Page 337 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 335 WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact.
Page 338: Jump-Starting Procedure
336 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park CAUTION! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle WARNING! or the discharged vehicle.
Page 339 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 337 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper WARNING! cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable discharged battery.
Page 340: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
338 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE NOTE: Turn off the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Stability can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your Program,”...
Page 341: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 339 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat WARNING! Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) Flat towing of vehicles is permitted within the following Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- limitations: ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires.
Page 342: Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly
340 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the transmission is not operative or if the vehicle is to CAUTION! (Continued) be towed more than 15 miles (24 km) or faster than • Do not push or tow this vehicle with another 30 mph (48 km/h), the vehicle must be transported using vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans- a flatbed truck.
Page 343: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ....350 Engine Compartment — 6.1L ... . . 343 ▫...
Page 344 342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System (Manual ▫ Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Transmission) – If Equipped ... . . 366 Headlamp, And Park/Turn Lamp — Models With High Intensity Discharge (HID) ▫...
Page 345: Engine Compartment - 6.1L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.1L 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 6 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 2 — Integrated Power Module 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Coolant Pressure Cap 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 —...
Page 346: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.
Page 347: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 Trip Odometer button to turn off the message. If the serviced, recently had a dead battery, or a battery replace- problem continues, the message will appear the next time ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not the vehicle is started.
Page 348: Replacement Parts
346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will as you normally would in order for the OBD II system to happen: update. A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready. a.
Page 349: Dealer Service
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 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 350: Engine Oil
348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a CAUTION! (Continued) fully warmed engine is shut off or before starting the • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids engine after it has sat overnight. that protect the performance and durability of Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance...
Page 351 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months, SAE 5W-40 engine oil is preferred for use in all operating whichever occurs first. temperatures.
Page 352: Engine Oil Filter
350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE environment. Contact your authorized dealer, service Engine Air Cleaner Filter station, or governmental agency for advice on how and Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information. where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in WARNING! your area.
Page 353: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recommended.
Page 354 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can should not be disconnected and should only be burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).
Page 355: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.
Page 356: Body Lubrication
354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental removed.
Page 357: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt flush out the residual water.
Page 358: Exhaust System
356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the WARNING! exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubri- cation or oil change. Replace as required. Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care WARNING! must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution.
Page 359 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- CAUTION! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst leaded fuel only.
Page 360: Cooling System
358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- Cooling System age: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion.
Page 361 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 Coolant Checks drain from the coolant recovery bottle. DO NOT RE- Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every MOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT. applicable).
Page 362 360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Coolant CAUTION! Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine • Mixing of coolants other than specified HOAT coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance intervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be used up engine coolants may result in engine damage and to five years or 102,000 miles (170 000 km) before may decrease corrosion protection.
Page 363 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 • Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant Cooling System Pressure Cap and distilled water. Use higher concentrations (not to The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of coolant exceed 70%) if temperatures below −34°F (−37°C) are and to ensure that coolant will return to the radiator from anticipated.
Page 364 362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE engine OFF and cold, the level of the coolant in the bottle WARNING! (Continued) should be between the ranges indicated on the bottle. • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is specified for your vehicle.
Page 365 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 • Maintain coolant concentration at 50% HOAT engine humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor- ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot coolant to coolant (minimum) and distilled water for proper enter the radiator. corrosion protection of your engine, which contains aluminum components.
Page 366: Brake System
364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Brake System Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing In order to assure brake system performance, all brake the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the “MAX” system components should be inspected periodically. mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir.
Page 367 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine has been in a tightly closed container. Keep the Parts”...
Page 368: Clutch Hydraulic System (Manual Transmission) - If Equipped
366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Manual Transmission – If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) Fluid Level Check • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the left nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could side of the transmission.
Page 369: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 Automatic Transmission – If Equipped CAUTION! (Continued) Fluid Level Check • The fluid level is preset at the factory and it does Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not not require adjustment under normal operating required.
Page 370: Rear Axle
368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection of Lubricant CAUTION! It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as mance. Use only manufacturer’s recommended transmis- the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- sion fluid.
Page 371: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion The most common causes are: • Road salt, dirt, and moisture accumulation. Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- • Stone and gravel impact. graphic locations and usage.
Page 372 370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR Special Care Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film, stains • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once scratch the paint.
Page 373 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’ protective packaged and sealed.
Page 374 372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For grease stains, apply MOPAR Multi-Purpose Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular Cleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery soap residue.
Page 375 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 Cleaning Headlights quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and not use scrapers or other sharp instruments that may less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. scratch the elements.
Page 376: Fuses
374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Maintenance FUSES Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical Integrated Power Module (IPM) solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. The Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located in the Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
Page 377 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 Cavity Car- Mini- Description CAUTION! tridge Fuse • When installing the integrated power module Fuse cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- — 15 Amp Washer Motor erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so Blue may allow water to get into the integrated power —...
Page 378 376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — — — — — — 30 Amp — Windshield Wiper — — — Pink — — — 30 Amp — Anti-Lock Brake System —...
Page 379: Rear Power Distribution Center
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 Rear Power Distribution Center There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays. Rear Power Distribution Center Access Panel...
Page 380 378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description CAUTION! tridge Fuse • When installing the power distribution center Fuse cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- 60 Amp — Ignition Off Draw (IOD) erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so Yellow Cavity 1 of the Rear may allow water to get into the power distribution...
Page 381 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp — Heated Seats – If 13 * — — — Pink Equipped — 10 Amp AC Heater Control/ — 20 Amp Fuel Pump Cluster/Security Mod- Yellow...
Page 382 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — — — — 10 Amp Door Modules/Power Mirrors/Steering Con- — — — trol Module (SCM) — — — — — — —...
Page 383: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 * Cavities 11, 12, and 13 contain self-resetting fuses Cavity Car- Mini- Description (circuit breakers) that are only serviceable by an autho- tridge Fuse rized dealer. The cluster and the driver seat switch are Fuse fused by the 25 Amp circuit breaker in cavity 11. The —...
Page 384: Replacement Bulbs
382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved possibility of compressor damage when the system is and should not be used for replacement.
Page 385: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 BULB REPLACEMENT WARNING! Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of Park/Turn Lamp — Models with Halogen HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned Headlamps — If Equipped ON.
Page 386: Tail/Turn And Stop Lamp
384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp • If a screwdriver is used, make sure a soft material is 1. Open the trunk. placed between the vehicle body and tool so not to scratch the paint. 2. Using a screwdriver, remove the tail lamp retainer. 2.
Page 387 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 3. Remove the fasteners from the back of the tail lamp 6. Pull the tail lamp assembly clear from the vehicle to assembly. access the bulbs. 4. Pull back the trunk liner. 7. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 5.
Page 388: Center Tail/Backup Lamp
386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 9. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- terclockwise to remove it from the tail lamp assembly. 10. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 11. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail lamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise.
Page 389: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) The CHMSL uses LED lamps that are not serviceable separately. The CHMSL must be replaced as an assembly, see your authorized dealer. License Lamp 1. Remove the screws securing the lamp to the rear fascia.
Page 390: Fluid Capacities
388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 19 Gallons 72 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 6.1 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-40, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 6.1 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile 15 Quarts 14.4 Liters Formula or equivalent)
Page 391: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy- brid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operat- ing conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-10725 and are approved to MB 229.3 or MB 229.5.
Page 392: Chassis
390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Manual Transmission – If Equipped MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Automatic Transmission – If MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed Equipped ATF+4 product. Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used.
Page 393 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..394 Emission Control System Maintenance ..392 Maintenance Schedule ....392...
Page 394 392 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type, The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. the continued proper functioning of the Emission Control On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) System.
Page 395 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 393 NOTE: “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In- • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom- time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, further information.
Page 396 394 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake Required Maintenance Intervals master cylinder, and power steering, and add as Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following needed. pages for the required maintenance intervals. • Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation.
Page 397 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 395 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 398: Service Schedule
396 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 399 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 397 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 400 398 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 42 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 401 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 399 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If you are using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. ❏...
Page 402 400 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 403 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 401 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 404 402 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 405 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 403 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 406 404 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 407 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 405 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service 114 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 408 406 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service 126 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 409 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 407 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 138 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 410 408 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If you are using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. ❏...
Page 411 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 409 * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions 150 Months Maintenance warranty. Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏...
Page 413: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle......413 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 414 412 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 419 Publication Order Forms ....417 ▫...
Page 415: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 413 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...
Page 416: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
414 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center solved with this process. P.O.
Page 417: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 415 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.
Page 418: Warranty Information
416 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment WARRANTY INFORMATION when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
Page 419: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 417 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an defect to the Canadian government should contact Trans- investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in port Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to campaign.
Page 420 418 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE LLC vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the vehicle, system, and/or components is written in assistance of service and engineering specialists to straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams, acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- and charts.
Page 421: Traction Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 419 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Page 422: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire ▫ Temperature Grades
420 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 423 INDEX...
Page 424 422 INDEX About Your Brakes ....271,274 Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ... 51,54,57 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 425 INDEX 423 Automatic Headlights ....129 Location ......351 Automatic Transaxle Belts, Seat .
Page 426 424 INDEX Bulbs, Light ......76,382 Checks, Safety ......72 Child Restraint .
Page 427 INDEX 425 Console, Overhead ..... . . 141 Data Recorder, Event ..... . 61 Contract, Service .
Page 428 426 INDEX Door Locks, Automatic ....31 Jump Starting ......334 Door Opener, Garage .
Page 429 INDEX 427 Oil Change Interval ....348 Filler Location Fuel ..... . 315 Oil Filler Cap .
Page 430 428 INDEX Fluids ....... . 389 Fuel System Caution ..... 316 Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .
Page 431 INDEX 429 GVWR ....... 318 Time Delay ......129 Washers .
Page 432 430 INDEX Instrument Cluster ....163,164 Kicker Sound System ..... 227 Instrument Panel and Controls .
Page 433 INDEX 431 Brake Assist Warning ....285 High Beam Indicator ....168 Brake Warning .
Page 434 432 INDEX Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ....171 Lumbar Support ......122 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .
Page 435 INDEX 433 Electric Remote ......83 Oil Change Indicator, Reset ....178 Exterior Folding .
Page 436 434 INDEX Overhead Console ..... . . 141 Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ..152 Overheating, Engine .
Page 437 INDEX 435 Rear Seat, Folding ..... . . 126 Replacement Tires ..... . . 301 Rear Window Defroster .
Page 438 436 INDEX Seat Belts ......36,38,74 Seatback Release ..... . . 126 And Pregnant Women .
Page 439 INDEX 437 Automatic Transmission ....255,260 Starting and Operating ....243 Shoulder Belts .
Page 440 438 INDEX System, Remote Starting ....27 High Speed ......298 Inflation Pressures .
Page 441 INDEX 439 Disabled Vehicle ..... . . 339 Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) ....34,36 Recreational .
Page 442 440 INDEX Vehicle Storage ..... . . 236,381 Wheel and Wheel Trim ....371 Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .
Page 443 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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