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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of fea- With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler tures and equipment that are either standard or optional on Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler this vehicle.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group nicians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfac- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision tion.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners 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 Owners 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. Stamped VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ To Arm The System ....19 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...26 ▫ Window Lockout Switch ....39 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ....54 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ....73 ▫...
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer.
Page 15: Ignition Key Removal
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Ignition Key Removal Automatic Transaxle Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position, push the key and cylinder inward, rotate the key to the LOCK position, and remove the key. Ignition Switch Positions 1 —...
Page 16 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle NOTE: Information Center (EVIC), the power window • If you try to remove the key before you place the shift switches, radio, hands–free system (if equipped), and lever in PARK, the key may become trapped tempo- power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes rarily in the ignition switch lock cylinder.
Page 17: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Key-In-Ignition Reminder WARNING! (Continued) Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key. access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 18: Sentry Key
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SENTRY KEY® During normal operation, after turning the ignition switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three The Sentry Key® Immobilizer System prevents unau- seconds for a bulb check. If the Vehicle Security Light thorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine.
Page 19: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided CAUTION! with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). • Always remove the Sentry Key® from the vehicle This PIN is required for authorized dealer replacement of keys.
Page 20: General Information
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn The new Sentry Key® is programmed. The Remote the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position for at Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will also be pro- least 3 seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds.
Page 21: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 • This device must accept any interference that may be Rearming The System received, including interference that may cause unde- If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to sired operation. disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the horn after three minutes, turn off all of the visual signals VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM —...
Page 22: To Disarm The System
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster To Disarm The System will flash for 16 seconds. This shows that the Vehicle Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter Security Alarm is arming.
Page 23: Illuminated Entry - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 of the previously described arming sequences has oc- ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED curred, the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of The courtesy lights will turn on when you press the whether you are in the vehicle or not.
Page 24: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) - If Equipped
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat” position (extreme bottom position). REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from distances approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 25 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First 2. Release both buttons at the same time. Press 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 trans- the driver’s door or all doors on the first press of the mitter with the ignition in the LOCK position and the...
Page 26 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Flash Lights With Lock 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE trans- The feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when mitter with the ignition in the LOCK position and the the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- key removed.
Page 27: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Understanding following steps: Your Instrument Panel” for further information. 1. Press the LOCK button on a programmed RKE trans- To Lock The Doors mitter for at least 4 seconds, but not longer than 10 seconds.
Page 28: To Unlatch The Trunk
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If there is no key in the ignition switch, pressing The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter while you are in you turn it off by pressing the PANIC button a second the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 29: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 1. With the RKE transmitter buttons facing down, use a 2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the flat blade screwdriver to pry the two halves of the RKE new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause transmitter apart.
Page 30: Remote Start System - If Equipped
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- NOTE: The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic proved by the party responsible for compliance could transmission to be equipped with Remote Start. void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. How To Use Remote Start If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal All of the following conditions must be met before the...
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • System not disabled from previous remote start event Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped • Vehicle Security Alarm not active The following messages will display in the EVIC if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- WARNING! turely:...
Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Enter Remote Start Mode the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN position before you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle. Press and release the REMOTE START button on the RKE transmitter twice within five seconds.
Page 33: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The DOOR LOCKS Vehicle Manual Door Locks Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle.
Page 34: Power Door Locks
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or • For personal security and safety in the event of an in a location accessible to children. A child could collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as operate power windows, other controls, or move well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer. Please see your authorized dealer for service. Auto Unlock On Exit The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if: 1.
Page 36: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto Unlock On Exit Programming 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming. The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be enabled or disabled as follows: 5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Child-Protection Door Lock Location Child Lock Control The Child-Protection Door Locks are located inside the WARNING! rear edge of the door. Insert the tip of the ignition key or similar flat-bladed object into the lock and rotate clock- Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.
Page 38: Power Windows
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, pull the lock knob up (UNLOCKED position), roll down the window, and open the door with the outside door handle. POWER WINDOWS Power Window Switches The control on the driver’s door has up/down switches that give you fingertip control of all four power win- dows.
Page 39: Auto Window Down - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 To open the window part way, push the window switch WARNING! to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not let children play with power windows.
Page 40: Auto Window Up With Anti-Pinch Protection - If Equipped
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger Auto Window Up With Anti-Pinch Protection — If Equipped the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto- closure. If this happens, pull the switch lightly to the Lift the window switch fully upward to the second first detent and hold to close window manually.
Page 41: Window Lockout Switch
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Window Lockout Switch Wind Buffeting The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of you to disable the window control on the other doors. To pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the disable the window controls on the other doors, press the ears.
Page 42: Trunk Release
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE TRUNK RELEASE With the ignition switch in the LOCK position or with the key out, the word “dECK” will display until the trunk is closed. Use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to open the trunk from On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) outside the vehicle.
Page 43: Trunk Internal Emergency Release
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Trunk Internal Emergency Release As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the trunk can be simply opened by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark handle attached to the trunk latching mechanism.
Page 44: If Equipped
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Advanced Front Air Bags for driver and front passenger all the way out and then adjusting the belt to the desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large •...
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow risk of harm from a deploying air bag: children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be WARNING! (Continued) modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment under “If You Need Assistance”.
Page 47: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown WARNING! (Continued) from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- inside of the vehicle.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Two people should never be belted into a single • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and seat belt. People belted together can crash into one using a seat belt properly.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause inter- nal injuries.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too •...
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ tion.
Page 53: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, In the front seat, the shoulder belt can be adjusted you will prefer a higher position.
Page 54: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Restraints” section. The chart below defines the type of out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort- feature for each seating position. ably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click . Driver Center Passenger...
Page 55: Energy Management Feature
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode WARNING! 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor the entire belt is extracted.
Page 56: Seat Belt Pretensioners
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) The seat belts for both front seating positions are These head restraints are passive, deployable compo- equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in certain types of rear impacts. NOTE: The Active Head Restraints (AHR) may or may not deploy in the event of a front or side impact.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. CAUTION! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 1 — Downward Movement 2 — Rearward Movement...
Page 60: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert®)
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For safety reasons, have the Active Head Restraints 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half. checked by a qualified specialist at an authorized dealer.
Page 61: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Light remains illuminated until the respective seat belts NOTE: Although BeltAlert® has been deactivated, the are fastened. The driver should instruct all other occu- Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminate pants to fasten their seat belts.
Page 62: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The extender should be used only if the existing belt is not words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the air bag covers. long enough.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 NOTE: The Driver and Front Passenger Advanced Front This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Air Bags are certified to the new Federal regulations for Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, front, Advanced Air Bags.
Page 64: Air Bag System Components
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, Air Bag System Components and Seat Track Position Sensors Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components: Advanced Front Air Bag Features •...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) WARNING! Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may • No objects should be placed over or near the air provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant bag on the instrument panel, because any such during a side impact.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during WARNING! (Continued) deployment could cause you to be severely injured or • Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects killed.
Page 68: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seriously injured or killed. Occupants, especially chil- Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls dren, should not lean on or sleep against the door, side Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) windows, or area where the SAB or SABIC air bags The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system inflate, even if they are in an infant or child restraint.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in all The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of frontal collisions, including some that may produce sub- the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the stantial vehicle damage —...
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Ad- ment cluster Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is vanced Front Air Bags, it signals the inflator units. A large noted that could affect the air bag system.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB) Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain Inflator Units (SABIC) Inflator Units The Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) are During collisions where the impact is confined to a designed to activate only in certain side collisions.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time, vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of until the ignition key is turned off. whether or not an air bag should have deployed.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 If you do have a collision, which deploys the air bags, any throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation or all of the following may occur: continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in- •...
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.
Page 75: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may You will want to have the air bags ready to not be ready to inflate for your protection.
Page 76: Child Restraints
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is were buckled/fastened; required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, •...
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has WARNING! a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. You should also make sure that you can install In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a it in the vehicle where you will use it.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Recommended Type of Child Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convert- younger and who have not reached ible Child Restraint, facing rearward in the height or weight limits of their...
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Infants And Child Restraints reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat. Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until WARNING! they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear facing child safety seat.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of WARNING! their rear-facing convertible child seat. Children should • Improper installation can lead to failure of an remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height infant or child restraint.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 seatback, should use the seat belt in a rear seat. Use this child is using the lap/shoulder belt, check belt fit peri- simple 5-step test to decide whether the child can use the odically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor...
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (LATCH) seating position. These anchorages are used to install Restraint System LATCH-equipped child seats without using the vehicle’s seat belts. Some seating positions may have a top tether anchorage but no lower anchorages.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seat- ing position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until the weight of the child restraint) for using the combined weight of the child and the child LATCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can two child restraints be attached using a Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with two common lower LATCH anchorage? or more child restraints. If the center posi- tion does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchorages in an out-...
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, below the anchorage sym- bols on the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located in the panel between the rear seatback and the rear window. They are found under a plastic cover with the tether anchorage symbol on it.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end WARNING! (Continued) to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten seat belt for installing child seats in the outboard the strap after it is attached to the anchorage.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the 5. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to the tether strap of the child seat so that you can more top tether anchorage.
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 with it and accidentally lock the seatbelt retractor. Before WARNING! installing a child restraint using the LATCH system, • Improper installation of a child restraint to the buckle the seat belt behind the child restraint and out of the child’s reach.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Belt Restraints In This Vehicle The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with either a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) or a cinching latch plate or both.
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + Weight limit of Always use the tether anchor when using weight of the child restraint) for using the the Child the seat belt to install a forward facing child Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a Restraint restraint, up to the recommended weight...
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 strap. See the section “Installing Child Restraints rear-most position to make room for the child seat. Using the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to You may also move the front seat forward to allow attach a tether anchor.
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE strap. Refer to “Installing Child Restraints Using The If the belt still cannot be tightened after you shorten the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to attach a tether buckle, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn anchor.
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts.
Page 98: Transporting Pets
96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child Transporting Pets restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly WARNING! injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision.
Page 99: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri- should be considered a normal part of the break-in and mental and should be avoided.
Page 100: Exhaust Gas
98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people follow these safety tips: •...
Page 101: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Floor Mat Safety Information WARNING! (Continued) Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your • Never place or install floor mats or other floor vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they secured to prevent them from moving and interfer-...
Page 103: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts WARNING! (Continued) and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
Page 105: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Operation ......115 MIRRORS ......108 ▫...
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Voice Training ..... . .148 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD ..163 SEATS .
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 ▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ....169 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED ......177 ▫...
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using HomeLink® ....188 ▫ Sunshade Operation....192 ▫...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 ▫ Ski Pass-Through..... .203 CONSOLE FEATURES ....199 ▫...
Page 110: Mirrors
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
Page 111: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated.
Page 112: Outside Mirrors
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Power Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight door trim panel. overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
Page 113: Adjusting Side View Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Adjusting Side View Mirrors Outside Mirror — Driver Side Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror. Outside Mirror —...
Page 114: Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Mirrors — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a feature can be activated whenever you turn on the vehicle seen in the passenger side convex mirror.
Page 115: Uconnect® Phone - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 transmitted through your vehicle’s audio system; the sys- tem will automatically mute your radio when using the Uconnect® Phone. NOTE: The Uconnect® Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth® “Hands-Free Profile”, Version 0.96 or higher.
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Uconnect® Phone is driven through your WARNING! (Continued) Bluetooth® “Hands-Free Profile” mobile phone. laws, including laws regarding phone use. Your at- Uconnect® features Bluetooth® technology - the global tention should be focused on safely operating the standard that enables different electronic devices to con- vehicle.
Page 117: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Voice Command Button Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect® Actual button location may vary with the ra- Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect® Phone dio. The individual buttons are described in the menu structure.
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE part of the command when you are asked for it. For To activate the Uconnect® Phone, simply press the example, you can use the compound form voice com- button and follow the audible prompts for directions. mand “Phonebook New Entry,”...
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 The following are general phone to Uconnect® Phone You will then be asked to give your mobile phone a pairing instructions: priority level between one and seven, with one being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven mobile phones 1.
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system will prompt you to say the number you or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a want to call. name in the phonebook, refer to “Add Names to Your Uconnect®...
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 • 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 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., Edit Uconnect® Phonebook Entries “Home”, “Work”, “Mobile”, or “Other”). This will NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone- when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 • 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 124: Phone Call Features
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • 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 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 mobile service plan. For example, if your mobile service mobile phone. Press the button to place the current plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be call on hold and answer the incoming call. accessed through the Uconnect®...
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold Three-Way Calling To put a call on hold, press the button until you hear To initiate three-way calling, press the button while a single beep. This indicates that the call is on hold. To a call is in progress, and make a second phone call, as bring the call back from hold, press and hold the but-...
Page 127: Uconnect® Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Redial ends, or until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the Uconnect® Phone and • Press the button to begin. transfer of the call to the mobile phone. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say 2.
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect® Phone is the name of the language you wish to switch to operational, you may reach the emergency number as English, Espanol, or Francais.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 • If supported, this number may be programmable on • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say some systems. To do this, press the button and say “Towing Assistance.” “Setup,” followed by “Emergency.” NOTE: You should program the desired Towing Assis- •...
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Working With Automated Systems “Send,” is also to be used for navigating through an automated customer service center menu structure, and This method is used in instances where one generally has to leave a number on a pager. to press numbers on the mobile phone keypad while navigating through an automated telephone system.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 • Some paging and voice mail systems have system time • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say out settings that are too short and may not allow the one of the following: use of this feature.
Page 132: Advanced Phone Connectivity
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Following the beep, say “Mute.” dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth® mobile phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s To un-mute the Uconnect® Phone: audio system. The Uconnect® Phone will work the same •...
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 • The Uconnect® Phone will play the phone names of all Connect Or Disconnect Link Between The Uconnect® Phone And Mobile Phone paired mobile phones in order from the highest to the lowest priority. To “Select” or “Delete” a paired phone Your mobile phone can be paired with many different being announced, press the button and say “Se-...
Page 134: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® Phone
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • 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 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 • Press the button and say the “Voice Training,” This will delete all phone pairing, phone book entries, “System Training,” or “Start Voice Training” com- and other settings in all language modes. The System will mand.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Low road noise • Phonebook (Downloaded and Uconnect® Phone Lo- • Smooth road surface cal) name recognition rate is optimized when the entries are not similar. • Fully closed windows • Dry weather condition •...
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • Low Road Noise Recent Calls • Smooth Road Surface If your phone supports “Automatic Phonebook Down- load,” Uconnect® Phone can list your Outgoing, Incom- • Fully Closed Windows ing and Missed Calls. •...
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Uconnect® Phone will play the new text message for List of Preset Messages: you. 1. Yes. After reading a message, you can “Reply” or “Forward” 2. No. the message using Uconnect® Phone. 3.
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say 13. I’ll be late. “Setup, Incoming Message Announcement,” you will 14. Are you there yet? then be given a choice to change it. 15.
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Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 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...
Page 144: General Information
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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...
Page 145: Voice Command - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by NOTE: Take care to speak into the Voice Interface System the party responsible for compliance could void the as calmly and normally as possible. The ability of the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Page 146: Commands
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few When using this system, you should speak clearly and at seconds, the system will present you with a list of a normal speaking volume. options.
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 • “Radio FM” (to switch to radio FM mode) Changing The Volume • “Sat” (to switch to Satellite radio mode) 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button. • “Disc” (to switch to the disc mode) 2.
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Radio Menu” (to switch to the radio menu) • “Channel Number” (to change the channel by its spoken number) • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) • “Next Channel” (to select the next channel) Radio FM •...
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) Memo Mode To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo.” In USB Mode this mode, you may say the following commands: To switch to USB mode, say “USB.” In this mode, you •...
Page 150: Voice Training
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Tutorial” – “Previous” (to play the previous memo) • “Voice Training” – “Delete” (to delete a memo) – “Delete All” (to delete all memos) NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the Voice Command button first and wait for the beep Setup...
Page 151: Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 parked, engine running, all windows closed, and the WARNING! (Continued) blower fan switched off. This procedure may be re- • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your peated with a new user. The system will adapt to the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat last trained voice only.
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Tilting The Seat Up Or Down CAUTION! The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted in four Do not place any article under a power seat or directions. Pull upward or push downward on the front impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to or rear of the seat switch, the front or rear of the seat the seat controls.
Page 154: Heated Seats - If Equipped
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Do not place any article under a power seat or Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to control which could cause a collision and serious the seat controls.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. will turn OFF automatically after approximately Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of 30 minutes. heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for HIGH, one for LOW and none for OFF.
Page 156: Manual Front Seat Adjustments
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Front Seat Adjustments WARNING! The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat to the desired Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is position.
Page 157: Reclining Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Manual Seat Height Adjustment Lever Seatback Adjustment Reclining Seats The recliner control is on the side of the seat. To recline, lean forward slightly before lifting the lever, then lean back to the desired position and release the lever. Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position.
Page 158: Lumbar Support - If Equipped
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Page 159: Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat The recline handle on the front passenger seat also releases the seatback to fold forward. Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat Head Restraints Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear Seatback Adjustment impact.
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half WARNING! of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR. The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in...
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Push Button Active Head Restraint (Normal Position) For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and rearward. To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the head restraint.
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players.
Page 163: Folding Rear Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Folding Rear Seat WARNING! (Continued) To provide additional storage area, the rear seatback can • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are be folded forward. Pull on the loops shown in the picture struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose to fold down either or both seatbacks.
Page 164: Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest WARNING! The rear seat is equipped with a folding armrest with • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into cupholders. position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stabil- ity for child seats and/or passengers.
Page 165: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Lift the secondary latch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center and raise the hood. To open the hood, two latches must be released. 1.
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open CAUTION! position. Place the upper end of the prop rod in the hole on the left underside of the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.
Page 167: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the operation of the parking lights, headlights, headlight beam selection, passing light, fog lights, instrument panel light dimming and turn signals. The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column.
Page 168: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlight Switch Headlight Switch Automatic Headlights — If Equipped With the engine running and the multifunction lever in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on and turn Turning the end of the multifunction lever to the third off based on the surrounding light levels.
Page 169: Headlights With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Headlights With Wipers (Available With Automatic ignition switch is turned OFF. Only the headlights will Headlights Only) illuminate during this time. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on Features”...
Page 170: Lane Change Assist
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatically turn off. High/Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam.
Page 171: Fog Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Fog Lights — If Equipped NOTE: The front fog lights will only operate with the headlights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the front fog lights. The front fog light switch is on the multifunction lever.
Page 172: Instrument Panel Dimmer
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Dimmer Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened. Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the park- ing lights or headlights are on.
Page 173: Battery Saver Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time, There is a second light located midway back in the so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the headliner. vehicle.
Page 174: Windshield Wipers And Washers
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Rotate the end of the lever to the LO position for low-speed wiper operation, or to the HI position for high-speed wiper operation. The wipers and washers are operated by a switch on the control lever.
Page 175: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 NOTE: The wipers will automatically return to the park Intermittent Wiper System position if you turn the ignition switch OFF while they Use the intermittent wiper system when weather condi- are operating. The wipers will resume operation when tions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause you turn the ignition switch to the ON position again.
Page 176: Windshield Washers
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers To use the washer, pull the windshield wiper/washer control lever toward you and hold it for as long as washer spray is desired. If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in the delay range, the wipers will operate in low-speed for two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected.
Page 177: Mist Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with defroster before and during wind- shield washer use.
Page 178: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE column) is placed in the AUTO position. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature. The headlights with wipers feature can be turned on or off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) —...
Page 179: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 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. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
Page 180: To Activate
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
Page 181: To Deactivate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 To Deactivate The speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the U.S.
Page 182: To Accelerate For Passing
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will To Decrease Speed continue to decrease until the button is released, then When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can de- the new set speed will be established.
Page 183: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 The HomeLink® buttons, located on either the overhead WARNING! console, headliner or sunvisor, designate the three differ- ent HomeLink® channels. The HomeLink® indicator is Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the located above the center button. system cannot maintain a constant speed.
Page 184: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink® system.
Page 185: Programming A Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manu- factured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identified by the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener.
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away there may be a light that blinks when the garage door from the HomeLink® button you wish to program while opener/device is in the LEARN/TRAIN mode.
Page 187: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
Page 188: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To program the remaining two HomeLink® buttons, Canadian/Gate Operator Programming repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT For programming transmitters in Canada/United States erase the channels. that require the transmitter signals to “time-out” after several seconds of transmission.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- ming is complete and the garage door/device should gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
Page 190: Using Homelink
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Without releasing button proceed with The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is disabled when “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” step 2 and the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow all remaining steps. Troubleshooting Tips Using HomeLink® If you are having trouble programming HomeLink®, To operate, press and release the programmed here are some of the most common solutions:...
Page 191: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) use a garage door opener without these safety fea- Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- tures. Call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while at www.HomeLink.com for safety information or programming the transceiver.
Page 192: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with The sunroof controls are mounted between the dome/ reading lights. FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s authority to operate the device.
Page 193: Opening Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with second. The sunroof and sunshade will open automati- access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the Key cally from any position.
Page 194: Closing Sunroof - Manual Mode
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts re- cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express sult in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect the sunroof.
Page 195: Wind Buffeting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 Wind Buffeting Ignition Off Operation Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of For Vehicles Not Equipped With The Electronic Vehicle pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the Information Center (EVIC) ears.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The instrument panel power outlet, located below the A second power outlet is located inside the center con- climate control knobs, has power available only when the sole. ignition is ON. This power outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 NOTE: To ensure proper operation a MOPAR® knob and element must be used. CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced.
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 outlet power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
Page 199: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF CUPHOLDERS EQUIPPED There are two cupholders located in the center console An optional ash receiver is available from your autho- for the front passengers. rized dealer and will fit in the center console front cupholder.
Page 200: Rear Seat Bottle Holder
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Seat Bottle Holder WARNING! There are built-in bottle holders located in both rear door If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle trim panels. holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burn- ing the occupants.
Page 201: Console Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 Glove Compartment Opened Glove Compartment Pull on the handle to open the glove compartment. CONSOLE FEATURES Storage The center console is located between the front driver and passenger seats. The center console armrest slides forward from design position to provide added user...
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE comfort. The center console can be used for storage and is also equipped with an electrical power outlet. Refer to “Power Outlets” in “Understanding The Feature Of Your Vehicle” for further information. Center Console Storage The top compartment holds small items, such as a pen and note pad, while the larger bottom compartment will hold CDs and alike.
Page 203: Cargo Area Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 NOTE: CARGO AREA FEATURES • A notch in the front of the console base allows for use The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying versatility. The seatbacks fold down easily by pulling of a cellular phone while it is plugged into the power nylon tabs between the seatbacks and the bolsters.
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put heavier WARNING! (Continued) objects as low and as far forward as possible. Place as • The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle.
Page 205: Ski Pass-Through
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 Ski Pass-Through REAR WINDOW FEATURES There is a ski pass-through door located behind the rear seat Rear Window Defroster armrest that allows longer items, such as snow skis, to be stored in the rear cargo area. Lower the armrest and pull The rear window defroster button is located on downward on the latch to open the ski pass-through door.
Page 206 204 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 207: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Oil Change Required — If Equipped ..230 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..208 ▫ EVIC Main Menu .....231 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable ▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode..250 Features) ......237 ▫...
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 ▫ Controlling The iPod® Or External USB Device ▫ Left-Hand Switch Functions For Media (i.e., CD) Using Radio Buttons ....268 Operation .
Page 210: Instrument Panel Features
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 5 — Passenger Airbag 9 — Power Outlet 2 — Side Window Demister Outlet 6 — Glove Compartment 10 — Climate Controls 3 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Heated Seat Switch — If Equipped 11 —...
Page 211: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 212: Instrument Cluster - R/T
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — R/T...
Page 213: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and 1. Temperature Gauge the Fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat ture.
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Low Fuel Light If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. When the fuel level drops to approximately 2.0 7. Air Bag Warning Light gallons (7.6 Liters), the fuel symbol will light and a single chime will sound.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 flash or remain on continuously. Refer to “Occupant 10. Engine Temperature Warning Light Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your This light warns of an overheated engine condi- Vehicle” for further information. tion. As engine coolant temperatures rise and the 9.
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 11. Brake Warning Light If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- sary. This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake WARNING! application. If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger- the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with...
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is NOTE: You must apply the brakes before shifting from detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light PARK. inspected by an authorized dealer. 14.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The two trip odometers show individual trip mileage. To NOTE: If the instrument cluster is equipped with the switch from odometer to trip odometers, press and optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), release the Trip Odometer button. To reset a trip odom- then all warnings including ”Low Tire,”...
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 gASCAP indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon If the vehicle diagnostic system detects a leak or change your personal driving style. in the evaporative system, or the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, the words “gASCAP”...
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you To reset the trip odometer, first display the trip mileage start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not that you want to reset, “Trip A” or “Trip B.” Then push reset.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 The light will come on when the ignition switch is first 20. Turn Signal Indicators turned on and remain on briefly as a bulb check. This is The arrows will flash in unison with the exterior normal.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 22. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ NOTE: Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned Light”...
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 24. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper should be checked monthly when cold and tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to inflated to the inflation pressure recommended...
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the 25. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the monitors emissions, engine, and automatic trans-...
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 26. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light — If Equipped CAUTION! This light monitors the ABS. This light will Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator come on when the ignition key is turned to the Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine ON/RUN position and may stay on for ap- control system.
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL should come on. If the light does not come on, have the WARNING! system inspected by an authorized dealer. If you continue operating the vehicle when the 27. Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi- Equipped nated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in This light indicates that the transmission fluid...
Page 227: Mini-Trip Computer - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED Control Buttons The Mini-Trip Computer is located in the instrument cluster and features a driver-interactive trip information and temperature display. NOTE: The system will display the last known outside temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to be driven several minutes before the updated tempera- ture is displayed.
Page 228: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RESET Button Trip A To reset the display shown, turn the ignition switch to the Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last ON position, then press and hold the RESET button reset.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 • Low Tire Information (Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Displays) — if equipped • Timer • Units • System Warnings (Door Ajar, etc.) • Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) • Outside Temperature Display (°F or °C) •...
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The system allows the driver to select information by MENU Button pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the MENU button to advance wheel: the display to each of the EVIC Main Menu features.
Page 231: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 • RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) Battery Low (with a SELECT Button single chime) Press and release the SELECT Button to accept • Personal Settings Not Avail – Vehicle Not In PARK a selection. The SELECT Button also resets various Trip Functions.
Page 232: Oil Change Required - If Equipped
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Remote start aborted — Hood ajar flash in the EVIC display for approximately five seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next • Remote start aborted — Trunk ajar scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change •...
Page 233: Evic Main Menu
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 • Elapsed Time NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not • EVIC Units Selection reset. If necessary repeat this procedure. • System Status EVIC Main Menu •...
Page 234: Compass Display
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass Display Automatic Compass Calibration COMPASS Button This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to calibrate the compass manually. When the ve- The compass heading indicates the direction hicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the the vehicle is facing.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 Manual Compass Calibration Compass Variance If the compass appears erratic or inaccurate, and the Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic variance has been properly set, you may wish to manu- North and Geographic North. To compensate for the ally recalibrate the compass.
Page 236: Average Fuel Economy
234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Press and release the DOWN button until “Compass Variance” and the current Variance Value displays in the EVIC. 4. Press and release the SELECT button to increment the Variance Value by one, (one button press per update), until the proper variance zone is selected according to the map.
Page 237: Distance To Empty (Dte)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Distance To Empty (DTE) Tire PSI Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with Press and release the MENU button until Tire PSI is the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is displayed.
Page 238: Elapsed Time
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Elapsed Time EVIC Units Selection (UNITS IN Display) Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset. Displays the units used for the Outside Temperature, Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is Average Fuel Economy, Distance to Empty and Tire in the RUN or START position.
Page 239: Personal Settings
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Auto Unlock On Exit Features) When ON is selected and the transaxle is in the PARK or Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall NEUTRAL position, all doors will unlock when the features when the automatic transaxle is in PARK.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Sound Horn With Lock when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press the SELECT button until 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds appears. When ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur when the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 Key-Off Power Delay Display Units In When this feature is selected, the power window The EVIC and odometer can be changed between English switches, radio, Uconnect® phone (if equipped), and and Metric units of measure. To make your selection, power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes press and release the SELECT button until “U.S.”...
Page 242: Uconnect® 730N/430/430N Cd/Dvd/Hdd/Nav
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® 730N/430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — Uconnect® 130 IF EQUIPPED Refer to your Uconnect® 730N, 430 or 430N user’s manual for detailed operating instructions. Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) — If Equipped Refer to “Voice Command” for further details. Operating Instructions (Uconnect®...
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping, until you release it. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second TIME Button time to turn off the radio.
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the treble tones.
Page 245: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 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 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), CAUTION! recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 EJECT Button — Ejecting A CD the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes. Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within...
Page 248: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Supported Media (Disc Types) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of names and folder names is limited. For large numbers multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in of files and/or folders, the radio may be unable to longer disc loading times.
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback Of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) Specification quency (kHz) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more Layer 3...
Page 251: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a device’s volume set to proper level. If the AUX audio is single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once”...
Page 252: Uconnect® 130 With Satellite Radio
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction, without stopping.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 another selection. Holding either button will bypass Clock Setting Procedure stations without stopping, until you release it. 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. Voice Command System (Radio) — If Equipped 2.
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL starting at step 2. For vehicles not equipped with satellite Setting The Tone, Balance And Fade radio, press the SETUP button and then follow the above Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS procedure, starting at step 2. will display.
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time 16-Digit Character Program Type and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control Display knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between No program type or un- None the front and rear speakers.
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL station with the same selected Music Type name. The 16-Digit Character Program Type Music Type function only operates when in the FM Display mode. Public Public If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type Rhythm and Blues R &...
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 AM/FM Button and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. pressing the pushbutton twice. SET/RND Button —...
Page 258: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio MP3 Audio Play ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and •...
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 EJECT Button — Ejecting A CD the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes. Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within...
Page 260: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Supported Media (Disc Types) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 display the file name and folder name, and will assign Supported MP3 File Formats a number instead. With a maximum number of files, The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With sion as MP3 files.
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback Of MP3 Files MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) cation quency (kHz) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more...
Page 263: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended Press the INFO button once more to return to elapsed to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a time priority mode. single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or before writing to the disc.
Page 264: Operating Instructions (Uconnect® Phone) - If Equipped
262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the Radio. This service offers over 130 channels of music, device’s volume set to the proper level. If the AUX audio sports, news, entertainment, and programming for chil- is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Selecting Uconnect® Multimedia (Satellite) Mode Number (ESN/SID) Press the SAT button until SAT appears in the display. A Please have the following information available when CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio calling: mode.
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the remain tuned to the new channel until you make another form of short audio mutes. selection. Holding either button will bypass channels without stopping until you release it. •...
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 RW/FF By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons channel with the same selected Music Type name. causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the direction of the arrows.
Page 268: Ipod®/Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel Buttons 1 - 6 and press and release that button. If a button is not These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations).
Page 269: Connecting The Ipod® Or External Usb Device
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 • Connecting an iPod® or consumer electronic audio device to the AUX port located in the radio faceplate, plays media, but does not use the iPod® /MP3 control feature to control the connected device. Connecting The iPod® Or External USB Device Use the connection cable to connect an iPod®...
Page 270: Using This Feature
268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If the audio device battery is completely dis- Controlling The iPod® Or External USB Device charged, it may not communicate with the iPod®/USB/ Using Radio Buttons MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained. To get into the iPod®/USB/MP3 control mode and Leaving the audio device connected to the iPod®/USB/ access a connected audio device, either press the “AUX”...
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 • Turning it clockwise (forward) by one click, while during play mode will jump to the next track in the playing a track, skips to the next track or press the VR list, or press the VR button and say Next or Previous button and say Next Track.
Page 272: List Or Browse Mode
270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Turning it clockwise (forward) and counterclockwise SCAN button again. During Scan mode, pressing the << SEEK and SEEK >> buttons will select the previous (backward) scrolls through the lists, displaying the and next tracks. track detail on the radio display.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 • Preset 2 – Artists device, then follow the same steps to go to the desired track in that list. Not all iPod® or external USB device • Preset 3 – Albums sub-menu levels are available on this system. •...
Page 274: Bluetooth® Streaming Audio (Btsa)
272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL device first, then it will get streamed to the Uconnect® WARNING! phone system. Seven devices can be paired to the Uconnect® phone system, but just one can be selected Do not plug in or remove the iPod® or external USB and played.
Page 275: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 Previous Track STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED Use the SEEK DOWN button, or press the VR button on the radio and say “Previous Track,” to jump to the previous music track on your cellular phone. Browse Browsing is not available on a Bluetooth®...
Page 276: Right-Hand Switch Functions
274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The remote sound system controls are located on the rear Right-Hand Switch Functions surface of the steering wheel, at the three and nine • Press the top of the switch to increase the volume. o’clock positions. •...
Page 277: Left-Hand Switch Functions For Media (I.e., Cd) Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 Left-Hand Switch Functions For Media (i.e., CD) CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE Operation To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following • Press the top of the switch once to listen to the next precautions: track.
Page 278: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular CLIMATE CONTROLS disc, it may be damaged (e.g., scratched, reflective coat- The air conditioning and heating system is designed to ing removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) make you comfortable in all types of weather.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of Temperature Control outer rotary dials and inner push knobs. Blower Control Rotate this control to regulate the tem- perature of the air inside the passenger compartment. Rotating the dial left Rotate this control to regulate the into the blue area of the scale indicates amount of air forced through the ven-...
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ECONOMY MODE Air Conditioning Control If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn Press this button to engage the Air OFF the indicator light and the A/C compressor. Then, Conditioning. A light will illuminate select Panel, Bi-Level or Floor mode and move the when the Air Conditioning system is temperature control to the desired temperature.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 • Panel • Floor Air is directed through the outlets in the instru- Air is directed through the floor outlets with a ment panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct small amount flowing through the defrost and airflow.
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix, Defrost, or a blend of these modes, even if the Air weather will cause windows to fog on the inside, Conditioning (A/C) button is not pressed.
Page 283: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Automatic Operation Equipped The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger. Operation of the system is quite simple.
Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Dial in the temperature you would NOTE: like the system to maintain by rotating • The temperature setting can be adjusted at anytime the Temperature Control knob. Once without affecting automatic operation. the comfort level is selected, the sys- •...
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 Manual Operation NOTE: Please read the Automatic Temperature Control Operation Chart that follows for details. This system offers a full complement of manual override features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic, Mode Preferred Automatic, or Blower and Mode Pre- ferred Automatic.
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 • Floor The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and •...
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Air Conditioner Control NOTE: • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK Press this button to turn on the air conditioning during manual operation position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. only. When the air conditioning is •...
Page 289: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 • Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you Blower Control can temporarily put the system into Recirculation Mode by pressing the Recirculation button. However, For full automatic operation or for under certain conditions, while in Automatic Mode, automatic blower operation, turn the the system is blowing air out the defrost vents.
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Standard MS-12106 and 50% water is recommended. Window Fogging Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Vehicle” for proper coolant selection. moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The Mix mode can be used to maintain a clear windshield and Winter Operation provide sufficient heating.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 Outside Air Intake A/C Air Filter — If Equipped Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the The A/C Filter prevents most dust and pollen from entering windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves the cabin.
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions...
Page 293: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .302 STARTING PROCEDURES ....295 ▫ Automatic Transmission ....295 ▫...
Page 294 292 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And DRIVING THROUGH WATER ... . .320 ESC OFF Indicator Light ....334 ▫...
Page 295 STARTING AND OPERATING 293 ▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped ... . .351 ▫ Reformulated Gasoline ....368 ▫...
Page 296 294 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Starting ......375 TRAILER TOWING .....380 ▫...
Page 297: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if in a location accessible to children.
Page 298: Normal Starting
296 STARTING AND OPERATING For Vehicles Not Equipped With Tip Start (Four-Speed CAUTION! Transmission), turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it when the engine starts. If the Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the ignition ing precautions are not observed: •...
Page 299: Extreme Cold Weather
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C) WARNING! (Continued) To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- started.
Page 300 298 STARTING AND OPERATING the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the With Tip Start engine. This should clear any excess fuel in case the If the engine fails to start after you have followed the engine is flooded.
Page 301: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 After Starting WARNING! The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will Remember to disconnect the engine block heater decrease as the engine warms up. cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER —...
Page 302 300 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEU- • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL TRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If speed.
Page 303: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 304: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
302 STARTING AND OPERATING when the ignition is in the LOCK position, and once Four-Speed Automatic Transmission — If removed, the transmission is locked in PARK. Equipped The transmission gear position display (located in the NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the instrument cluster) indicates the transmission gear range.
Page 305 STARTING AND OPERATING 303 Gear Ranges the transmission locking mechanism may make it diffi- cult to move the shift lever out of PARK. As an added DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a NEUTRAL into another gear range.
Page 306 304 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the igni- • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you tion key and lock your vehicle. Never leave chil- must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF dren alone in a vehicle, or with access to an position to the ON/RUN position, and also press unlocked vehicle.
Page 308 306 STARTING AND OPERATING • Look at the transmission gear position display and WARNING! verify that it indicates the PARK position. Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever ignition to coast down a hill.
Page 309 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 DRIVE (D) During cold temperatures, transmission operation may be modified depending on engine and transmission This range should be used for most city and highway temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im- driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 310 308 STARTING AND OPERATING will improve performance and extend transmission life PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to oper- by reducing excessive shifting and heat build-up. The 3 ate. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be illu- range should also be used when descending steep grades minated.
Page 311 STARTING AND OPERATING 309 • The engine coolant has reached an adequate tempera- NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your ture. earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has •...
Page 312: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (62Te) - If Equipped
310 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The torque converter clutch will not engage until The electronically-controlled transmission provides a the transmission fluid and engine coolant are warm precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are [usually after 1 to 3 miles (2 to 5 km) of driving]. Because self-calibrating;...
Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is especially important when the engine is cold. PARK (P) This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission.
Page 314 312 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before WARNING! (Continued) shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others the transmission locking mechanism may make it diffi- if it is not completely in PARK.
Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the igni- those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, tion key and lock your vehicle. Never leave chil- you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is dren alone in a vehicle, or with access to an running.
Page 316 314 STARTING AND OPERATING • Look at the transmission gear position display and CAUTION! verify that it indicates the PARK position. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF will not move out of PARK.
Page 317 STARTING AND OPERATING 315 DRIVE (D) WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 318 316 STARTING AND OPERATING temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im- PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to oper- proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to ate. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be illu- achieve maximum efficiency.
Page 319 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 • The engine coolant has reached an adequate tempera- NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- ture. mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has •...
Page 320: Autostick® - If Equipped
318 STARTING AND OPERATING is not shifting into Overdrive when cold. This is normal. gear being used. Moving the shift lever to the left (-) Using the AutoStick® shift control, when the transmis- triggers a downshift and to the right (+) an upshift. The sion is sufficiently warm, will demonstrate that the current gear will be displayed in the instrument cluster.
Page 321: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 • The transmission will automatically upshift when nec- AutoStick® position at any time without taking your foot essary to prevent engine over-speed. off the accelerator pedal. • If a requested downshift would cause the engine to WARNING! over-speed, that shift will not occur.
Page 322: Traction
320 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! 3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. become visible. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the 4.
Page 323: Flowing/Rising Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 Flowing/Rising Water CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water WARNING! before driving through it. Never drive through Do not drive on or across a road or path where water standing water that is deeper than the bottom of is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 324: Power Steering
322 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause damage • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans- (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 325: Power Steering Fluid Check
STARTING AND OPERATING 323 If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will CAUTION! still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi- tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering parking maneuvers.
Page 326: Parking Brake
324 STARTING AND OPERATING PARKING BRAKE CAUTION! Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave the system as the chemicals can damage your power transmission in PARK.
Page 327 STARTING AND OPERATING 325 The parking brake lever is located in the center console. When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away possible.
Page 328: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
326 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a injury.
Page 329 STARTING AND OPERATING 327 computer to modulate the hydraulic pressure to prevent WARNING! (Continued) wheel lock-up and avoid skidding on slippery surfaces. • The capabilities of an ABS-equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous WARNING! manner, which could jeopardize the user’s safety or •...
Page 330 328 STARTING AND OPERATING If the “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” is on, the brake ABS is activated during braking under certain road or system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in- the benefits of anti-lock brakes. If the “Anti-Lock Brake clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose Warning Light”...
Page 331: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 systems work together to enhance vehicle stability and WARNING! control in various driving conditions and are commonly referred to as ESC. The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) interference caused by improperly installed or high This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control output radio transmitting equipment.
Page 332: Traction Control System (Tcs)
330 STARTING AND OPERATING This feature remains active even if TCS and ESC are in WARNING! (Continued) the “Partial Off” mode. Refer to “Electronic Stability very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. The capa- Control (ESC)” in this section of this manual. bilities of an ABS-equipped vehicle must never be Brake Assist System (BAS) exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which...
Page 333: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counter- WARNING! acting the over/under steer condition. Engine power • The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path.
Page 334 332 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Operating Modes WARNING! The ESC system has two available operating modes: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the Full On natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing This is the normal operating mode for ESC.
Page 335 STARTING AND OPERATING 333 intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand, To turn ESC on again, momentarily press the “ESC Off” or gravel conditions and more wheel spin than ESC switch. This will restore the normal “ESC On” mode of would normally allow is required to gain traction.
Page 336: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
334 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off”...
Page 337: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 • Each time the ignition is cycled ON, the ESC system TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION will be ON even if it was cycled off previously. Tire Markings • The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active.
Page 338 336 STARTING AND OPERATING • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary NOTE: emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into design standards.
Page 339 STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 340 338 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
Page 341: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 Tire Identification Number (TIN) the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on the The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard side of the however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 342: Tire Terminology And Definitions
340 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure 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 343: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. B-Pillar Location For Tire And Loading Information Placard...
Page 344 342 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading...
Page 345 STARTING AND OPERATING 343 To determine the maximum loading conditions of your 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or 4.
Page 346 344 STARTING AND OPERATING • For the following example, the combined weight of 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load (392 kg).
Page 347 STARTING AND OPERATING 345...
Page 348: Tires - General Information
346 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 349: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 347 Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability WARNING! (Continued) Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the ride.
Page 350 348 STARTING AND OPERATING At least once a month: mile (1.6 km) after a three hour period. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum infla- • Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality tion pressure molded into the tire sidewall. pocket-type pressure gauge.
Page 351: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 352: Tire Types
350 STARTING AND OPERATING Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped additional information. Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- on ice.
Page 353: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and Run Flat Tires — If Equipped type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles in sets of four;...
Page 354: Spare Tires - If Equipped
352 STARTING AND OPERATING Spare Tires — If Equipped rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option, refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended NOTE: For vehicles equipped with TIREFIT instead of a tire rotation pattern. spare tire, please refer to “TIREFIT KIT”...
Page 355 STARTING AND OPERATING 353 Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire.
Page 356: Tire Spinning
354 STARTING AND OPERATING Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In WARNING! Emergencies” for further information. Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- WARNING! stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.
Page 357: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 355 tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for further infor- mation. Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: •...
Page 358: Replacement Tires
356 STARTING AND OPERATING Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for WARNING! the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six equipment tire sidewall.
Page 359: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 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 360: Tire Rotation Recommendations
358 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at does not apply to some directional tires that must not be different loads and perform different steering, driving, reversed.
Page 361: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) also increase as the vehicle is driven - this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pres- The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the sure. driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- mended cold placard pressure.
Page 362 360 STARTING AND OPERATING to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph CAUTION! (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this informa- • The TPMS has been optimized for the original tion. equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and For example, your vehicle may have a recommended warning have been established for the tire size cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure...
Page 363: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire CAUTION! (Continued) tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and • After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, stopping ability. always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will •...
Page 364 362 STARTING AND OPERATING monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted to each in one or more of the four active road tires. An Inflate to wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure XX message will also be displayed. Should this occur, readings to the Receiver Module.
Page 365 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn off NOTE: when the fault condition no longer exists. A system fault 1. The compact spare tire (if equipped) does not have a can occur due to any of the following: tire pressure monitoring sensor.
Page 366: Premium System - If Equipped
364 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime will monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted to each sound and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure Light” will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then readings to the Receiver Module.
Page 367 STARTING AND OPERATING 365 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime Check TPMS Warning will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the...
Page 368 366 STARTING AND OPERATING If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, The EVIC will also display a CHECK TPM SYSTEM providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault no message for a minimum of five seconds when a system longer exists, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 369: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 chime will sound, and the EVIC will still display a the TPMS will update automatically. In addition, the flashing pressure value and the Inflate to XX mes- “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn sage in the graphic display. OFF and the graphic in the EVIC will display a new pressure value instead of dashes (- -), as long no tire 3.
Page 370: Fuel Requirements
368 STARTING AND OPERATING The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the required. Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such following licenses: as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline United States KR5S18002015B before considering service for the vehicle.
Page 371: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- Problems that result from using gasoline containing lines. Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro- Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol vide excellent performance and durability of engine and are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may fuel system components.
Page 372: Mmt In Gasoline
370 STARTING AND OPERATING To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content E-85 perform the following: of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether •...
Page 373: Fuel System Cautions
STARTING AND OPERATING 371 Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being CAUTION! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s Most of these products contain high concentrations performance: of methanol.
Page 374: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
372 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- WARNING! tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon conditions repaired promptly.
Page 375: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
STARTING AND OPERATING 373 E-85 Fuel Cap E-85 Badge Ethanol Fuel (E-85) E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline.
Page 376: Fuel Requirements
374 STARTING AND OPERATING For best results, a refueling pattern that avoids alternat- WARNING! ing between E-85 and unleaded gasoline is recom- mended. Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury. Never have any smok- When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov- •...
Page 377: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 375 • Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fully Starting compatible with E-85 and may form deposits in your The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use engine. To eliminate driveability issues that may be when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C).
Page 378: Replacement Parts
376 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Parts ADDING FUEL Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the left rear that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol compat- quarter panel of the vehicle.
Page 379 STARTING AND OPERATING 377 After removing the gas cap, place the gas cap tether cable NOTE: If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the over a hook on the inside of the fuel door. This keeps the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
Page 380: Loose Filler Cap Message
378 STARTING AND OPERATING properly. The MIL in the instrument cluster may turn WARNING! on if the gas cap is not secured properly. Make sure • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refueled.
Page 381: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 379 VEHICLE LOADING Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. Vehicle Certification Label This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label affixed to load must be limited so that you do not exceed the the drivers side B-Pillar or the rear of the driver’s door.
Page 382: Overloading
380 STARTING AND OPERATING Overloading Loading The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store heavier items service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and the down low and be sure you distribute their weight as front and rear GAWR.
Page 383: Common Towing Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 381 To maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage, ready for operation condition. The recommended way to follow the requirements and recommendations in this measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing. vehicle scale.
Page 384 382 STARTING AND OPERATING Frontal Area WARNING! The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the It is important that you do not exceed the maximum maximum width of the front of a trailer. front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition Weight-Carrying Hitch can result if either rating is exceeded.
Page 385: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 383 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class Max. Trailer Hitch In- the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can dustry Standards tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Page 386: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
384 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Max. Gross Trailer Wt. Max. Trailer Tongue Wt. Engine/Transmission Max. Frontal Area (GTW) (See Note 1) 2.4L/Auto 11 sq.ft.
Page 387 STARTING AND OPERATING 385 rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side Consider the following items when computing the which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer. weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of •...
Page 388: Towing Requirements
386 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements WARNING! To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these train components the following guidelines are recom- guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as mended: possible: •...
Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your • Total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to vehicle and the trailer such that the following four the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING “Tires – General Information” in “Starting and Oper- Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes ating” for proper tire inflation procedures. • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or • Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.
Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) distance. When towing you should allow for addi- loaded, it should have its own brakes and they tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle should be of adequate capacity.
Page 392 390 STARTING AND OPERATING The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle, but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer to the following illustrations. 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn 3 —...
Page 393: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 391 Towing Tips If you REGULARLY TOW a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation, then change the auto- Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, matic transmission fluid and filter as specified for “po- and backing up the trailer in an area located away from lice, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.”...
Page 394 392 STARTING AND OPERATING • To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous Cooling System driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as neces- To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- sary to avoid extended driving at high RPM. Return to heating, take the following actions: a higher gear or vehicle speed when grade and road City Driving...
Page 395: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground All Models Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Front Rear NOT ALLOWED On Trailer...
Page 396: Recreational Towing - All Models
394 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing — All Models CAUTION! Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the front wheels • DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a drivetrain will result. tow dolly or vehicle trailer.
Page 397: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Preparations For Jacking ....401 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...396 ▫...
Page 398: Hazard Warning Flashers
396 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel, below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. •...
Page 399: Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 397 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) — If an impending overheat condition: Equipped • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C During sustained high-speed driving or trailer tow up long grades on a hot day, the engine oil temperature may system adds heat to the engine cooling system and...
Page 400: Torque Specifications
398 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Torque Specifications Lug Nut/Bolt **Lug Nut/ Lug Nut/Bolt Torque Bolt Size Socket Size 100 Ft-Lbs M12 x 1.25 19 mm (135 N·m) **Use only Chrysler recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening. Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles.
Page 401: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 399 WARNING! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury. JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! •...
Page 402: Jack Location
400 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Stowage WARNING! (Continued) The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear load floor • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The in the trunk. vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed.
Page 403: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 401 Preparations For Jacking 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jack- 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or ing position. For example, if chang- slippery areas.
Page 404: Jacking Instructions
402 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a...
Page 405 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 403 NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack with two attachment points. When the jack is partially expanded, the tension between the two attachment points holds the jack handle in place. Jack Warning Label CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on...
Page 406 404 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in step 3.
Page 407 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 405 3. There is a front and rear jacking location on each side of the vehicle. The plastic trim has been cut away to expose the jacking locations on the body. Rear Jacking Location Front Jacking Location...
Page 408 406 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged to the jacking location on the wheel to be changed.
Page 409 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 407 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right, using the swivel wrench. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire. Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability.
Page 410 408 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 9. Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is WARNING! free. Release the parking brake before driving the • To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, vehicle. Reassemble the lug wrench to the jack assem- bly and stow it in the spare tire area.
Page 411: Road Tire Installation
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 409 Road Tire Installation Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. To ease the installation process for steel wheels with wheel covers, install two lug nuts on the mounting studs which are on each side of the valve stem.
Page 412 410 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the 6. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand, wrench while at the end of the handle for increased snapping the cover over the two lug nuts.
Page 413: Jump-Starting
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 411 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a WARNING! torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly seated against the wheel. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle JUMP-STARTING has been lowered.
Page 414: Preparations For Jump-Start
412 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
Page 415 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 413 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive WARNING! (+) battery post. To remove the cover, press the locking • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- tab and pull upward on the cover. ever the hood is raised.
Page 416: Jump-Starting Procedure
414 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. 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 417 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 415 2. Disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable WARNING! from the negative (-) post of the booster battery. Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) 3. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper post of the discharged battery.
Page 418: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
416 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the CAUTION! wheels, or racing the engine. Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets CAUTION! draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to plugged in long enough without engine operation, transmission overheating and failure.
Page 419: Shift Lever Override
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 417 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi- • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near...
Page 420: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
418 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Turn the ignition to the ACC or ON/RUN position, 7. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position. but do not start the engine. 8. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. 5.
Page 421 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 419 Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. equipment designed for this purpose, following equip- ment manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 422: Without The Ignition Key
420 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- CAUTION! sion is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all four wheels on the ground) under the following condi- Towing faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than tions: 15 mi (24 km) with front wheels on the ground can cause severe transmission damage.
Page 423 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 421 CAUTION! Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam- age from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 425: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... .434 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L ..425 ▫...
Page 426 424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Brake System ......450 ▫ Headlamp ......470 ▫...
Page 427: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 9 — Coolant Pressure Cap 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 10 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 —...
Page 428: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 8 —...
Page 429: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 430: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE persists, the message will appear the next time the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).”...
Page 431: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced •...
Page 432: Maintenance Procedures
430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE available which include detailed service information for MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before The pages that follow contain the required maintenance attempting any procedure yourself. services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
Page 433: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level CAUTION! (Continued) before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will that protect the performance and durability of your give you an incorrect reading.
Page 434 432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Selection CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection under all Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet pressure and an increase in oil temperature.
Page 435 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifi- CAUTION! cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number should not be used. Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is Engine Oil Viscosity —...
Page 436: Engine Oil Filter
434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Synthetic Engine Oils station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- your area. mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes Engine Oil Filter are followed.
Page 437: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- provide a measure of protection in the case of engine tenance required.
Page 438 436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 439: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 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 approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- at the start of each warm season. This service should tioning system.
Page 440: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped
438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling The A/C Air Filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove box. Perform the following procedure to re- R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- place the filter: carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
Page 441: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 CAUTION! The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure to install the filter properly will result in the need to replace it more often. 8. Reinstall the glove box door dampener and glove box. Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,...
Page 442: Windshield Wiper Blades
440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE attention should also be given to hood latching compo- Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from nents to ensure proper function. When performing other the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Page 443: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some Exhaust System washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into blades clean. This will help blade performance. the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system system.
Page 444 442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control and can eventually poison you.
Page 445 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.
Page 446: Cooling System
444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- WARNING! freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any •...
Page 447 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper CAUTION! maintenance intervals. • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add cool- specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- ant properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine lead to severe internal engine damage.
Page 448 446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- CAUTION! (Continued) ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine Please review these recommendations for using Organic coolant (antifreeze) products.
Page 449 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 • Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom- (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the mended and can result in cooling system damage. If engine cooling system. HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency, have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-...
Page 450 448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
Page 451 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is If an examination of your engine compartment shows no no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool- safely driven.
Page 452: Brake System
450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow WARNING! hoses are not kinked or obstructed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is possibly a collision.
Page 453 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may WARNING! cause leaking in the system. • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake Fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear. fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Brake fluid level should be checked when pads are Parts”...
Page 454: Automatic Transmission
452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
Page 455 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453 NOTE: No chemical flushes should be used in any Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered transmission; only the approved lubricant should be product and its performance may be impaired by supple- used. mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi- tives to the transmission.
Page 456 454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Run the engine at normal idle speed for at least 60 7. Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert it until seated. seconds, and leave the engine running for the rest of Then, remove the dipstick and note the fluid level on this procedure.
Page 457 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 455 To prevent dirt and water from entering the transmission Fluid Level Check — Six-Speed Transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make sure that the The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not dipstick cap is properly reseated. require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Page 458: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
456 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid And Filter Changes The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper resistance built into your vehicle. maintenance intervals. In addition, change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), What Causes Corrosion? or if the transmission is disassembled for any reason.
Page 459 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457 Washing CAUTION! • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials hicle in the shade using MOPAR® Car Wash, or a mild such as steel wool or scouring powder that will car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with scratch metal and painted surfaces.
Page 460 458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, Wheel And Wheel Trim Care touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and considered the responsibility of the owner.
Page 461 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 459 To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and CAUTION! reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, lowed by rinsing.
Page 462 460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For grease stains, apply MOPAR® Multi-Purpose if absolutely necessary. Do not use harsh cleaners or Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use Armor All®. Use MOPAR® Total Clean or equivalent to a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. clean vinyl upholstery.
Page 463 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 461 Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses WARNING! The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care Many are potentially flammable, and if used in must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
Page 464: Cleaning Center Console Cupholders
462 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the Installation buckles do not work properly. Align the liner in the cupholder and press down firmly. Cleaning Center Console Cupholders FUSES Removal WARNING! Grab the rubber portion of the cupholder and lift up- ward.
Page 465: Integrated Power Module
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 463 WARNING! (Continued) • If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an autho- rized dealer. • If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air bag system, braking system), power unit systems (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system blows, contact an authorized dealer.
Page 466 464 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Car- Car- Mini Mini Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Brake Vacuum — 30 Amp Ignition Off Draw Yellow Pump Green (IOD) Sense 1 — 10 Amp Center High —...
Page 467 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 465 Car- Car- Mini Mini Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Spare — 10 Amp Wireless Control Yellow Module (WCM)/ Clock/Steering — 20 Amp Ignition/Cigar Control Module Yellow Lighter (SCM) —...
Page 468 466 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Car- Car- Mini Mini Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 10 Amp Ignition Run – Cli- — 10 Amp Ignition Run – Oc- mate Controls/Hot cupant Classifica- Cupholder – If tion Module Equipped (OCM)/Occupant Restraint Controller...
Page 469 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467 Car- Car- Mini Mini Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Ignition Run – 30 Amp — Anti-Lock Brakes Yellow Heated Seats – If Pink (ABS) Module – If Equipped Equipped/ Electronic Stability —...
Page 470 468 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Car- CAUTION! Mini Cavity tridge Description Fuse • When installing the Integrated Power Module Fuse cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly 30 Amp — Passenger Door positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may Pink Module (PDM)/ allow water to get into the Integrated Power Mod-...
Page 471: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469 VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base. Alumi- If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21 num base bulbs are not approved and should not be used days, you may want to take steps to preserve your for replacement.
Page 472: Bulb Replacement
470 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exterior Bulbs BULB REPLACEMENT Bulb Number NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- Low Beam Headlamp 9006 spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric conditions change to allow the condensation to change High Beam Headlamp 9005 back into a vapor.
Page 473 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471 2. Reach into engine compartment and from behind the lamp assembly and grasp the connector. Bulb Rotation CAUTION! Bulb Access Points Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil 3. Rotate bulb and connector ¼ turn and pull outward contamination will severely shorten bulb life.
Page 474: Fog Lamps
472 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb. Fog Lamps 1. Access to the lamps through the lower fascia cutout is limited. 2. Turn the steering wheel to allow access and remove the inner fender shield.
Page 475: Backup Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 473 Backup Lamps 3. Grasp the tail lamp and pull firmly outward pushing gently on the studs from inside to disengage the lamp 1. Open the trunk and gently pull back the trunk liner housing. behind the tail lamp. 2.
Page 476: License Plate Lamp
474 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE License Plate Lamp 2. Gently pry the lamp assembly loose. 1. Remove two retaining screws holding the light lens in 3. Pull bulb from socket, replace and reattach the lamp place. assembly with the two retaining screws. FLUID CAPACITIES U.S.
Page 477: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 475 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil – 2.4L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, Penn- zoil®, and Shell Helix®.
Page 478: Chassis
476 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Use only ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Fail- ure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. We recommend MOPAR® ATF+4® fluid. Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR®...
Page 479: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart.....480 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .478...
Page 480 478 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in indicator system. The oil change indicator system will “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 481 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 479 • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil damage. Rotate tires at the first sign of irregular wear, Change Indicator System: even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns •...
Page 482 480 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals and replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary. Adjust parking brake as necessary.
Page 483 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 481 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. Replace spark plugs (2.4L En- gine). ** Replace spark plugs (2.4L PZEV Engine Only). ** Replace spark plugs (3.6L En- gine).
Page 484 482 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your ve- hicle for any of the following: po- lice, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Page 485 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 483 ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 487: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .487 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
Page 488 486 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .493 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....493 ▫...
Page 489: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 487 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 490: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
488 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
Page 491: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 489 In Mexico Contact: Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Sante Fe C.P.
Page 492: Warranty Information
490 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service WARNING! contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain manufacturer’s service contract.
Page 493: Mopar® Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 491 MOPAR® PARTS campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized MOPAR® fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are dealer, and the manufacturer. available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety operating at its best.
Page 494: Publication Order Forms
492 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Diagnostic Procedure Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix cepted.
Page 495: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 493 Call toll free at: Treadwear • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...
Page 496: Temperature Grades
494 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre- WARNING! sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not WARNING! include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or...
Page 497 INDEX...
Page 498 496 INDEX About Your Brakes ......324 Air Conditioning System ....276 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 499 INDEX 497 Adding Fluid ......453 Anti-Lock (ABS) ......326 Fluid and Filter Changes .
Page 500 498 INDEX Cellular Phone ......113 Compass .......225 Certification Label.
Page 501 INDEX 499 Pressure Cap ......447 Automatic Transmission ....453 Radiator Cap .
Page 502 500 INDEX Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ..226 Fuel Requirements ..... .368 Emergency, In Case of Jump Starting .
Page 503 INDEX 501 Exterior Lights ......101 Starting ......375 Flooded Engine Starting .
Page 504 502 INDEX Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....211 Gauges Filler Door (Gas Cap) ....211 Coolant Temperature .
Page 505 INDEX 503 Bulb Replacement ..... . .470 Ignition Key Removal ..... . .13 Cleaning .
Page 506 504 INDEX Jack Location ......400 Leaks, Fluid ......101 Jack Operation .
Page 507 INDEX 505 Illuminated Entry ......21 Capacities ......380 Instrument Cluster .
Page 508 506 INDEX Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....450 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ....368 Methanol .
Page 509 INDEX 507 Oil Pressure Light ......213 Power Onboard Diagnostic System ....427 Door Locks .
Page 510 508 INDEX Rear Seat, Folding ......161 Replacement Tires ......356 Rearview Mirrors .
Page 511 INDEX 509 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ..51 Reclining ......155 And Pregnant Women .
Page 512 510 INDEX Speedometer......211 Synthetic Engine Oil ..... . .434 Starting .
Page 513 INDEX 511 Inflation Pressures ..... . .347 Towing ....... .380 Jacking .
Page 514 512 INDEX Autostick ......318 Phone Features ......125 Transmission .
Page 515 INDEX 513 Variance, Compass ......233 Washing Vehicle ......457 Vehicle Certification Label .
Page 516 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehi- The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed cle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully signals.
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Dodge 2014 Avenger Owner's Manual

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