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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and features and equipment that are either standard or op- the name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 5 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This 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 accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..17 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Remote Open Window Feature ... . 22 Windows ......38 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System ▫ Child Restraints ..... . 76 (BeltAlert ) .
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) has four operating Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) when in position.
Page 15: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
Page 16: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Ignition Or Accessory On Message on the back of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or and then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 17: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 SENTRY KEY WARNING! The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthor- • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a system does not need to be armed or activated.
Page 18: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE it indicates that someone used an invalid Key Fob to start Replacement Keys the engine. Either of these conditions will result in the NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the engine being shut off after two seconds.
Page 19: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED system serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors an authorized dealer. and liftgate for unauthorized entry and the Keyless Enter-N-Go Start/Stop button for unauthorized opera- Customer Key Programming...
Page 20: To Arm The System
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Press the LOCK button on the exterior Passive Entry To Arm The System Follow these steps to arm the theft alarm: Door Handle with a valid Key Fob available in the same exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go in Things To 1.
Page 21 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 • Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF • When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, the interior position. power door lock switches will not unlock the doors. • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your press the Keyless Enter-N-Go Start/Stop button vehicle;...
Page 22: Security System Manual Override
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tamper Alert The interior lights will fade to off after approximately If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in 30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once the your absence, the horn will sound three times when you ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN position from the OFF disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 23: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above within five seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate. The disables the system from responding to all RKE transmit- turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock ter buttons for all RKE transmitters.
Page 24: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further “Keyless Enter-N-Go” under “Things To Know Before information.
Page 25: Using The Panic Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the Using The Panic Alarm To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, press and hold vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted second and release.
Page 26 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical latch on the back of the RKE transmitter sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand. 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart.
Page 27: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing distance, check for these two conditions: alcohol.
Page 28: How To Use Remote Start
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Use Remote Start WARNING! All of the following conditions must be met before the • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or engine will remote start: confined area.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar NOTE: • If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds. •...
Page 30: Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system through the duration of remote start or until the ignition will disable the one time press of the REMOTE START switch is turned to the ON/RUN position. button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote The Remote Start Comfort System can be activated and Start request.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 WARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
Page 32: Power Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the A power door lock switch is on each front door trim Keyless Enter-N-Go (Passive Entry) system. For further panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors and information, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go”...
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be power door locks if: enabled or disabled as follows: •...
Page 34: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. A single chime will indicate the completion of the To Engage The Child-Protection Door Lock System programming. 1. Open the rear door. NOTE: If you do not hear the chime, it means that the 2.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
Page 36: Keyless Enter-N-Go
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Disengage The Child-Protection Door Lock 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. System NOTE: After disengaging the Child-Protection Door 1. Open the rear door. Lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- sponse time. •...
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock From The Passenger Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors and the liftgate automatically.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors Transmitter In Vehicle The front door handles have LOCK buttons located on To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a the outside of the handles.
Page 40: Windows
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters WINDOWS within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door Power Windows handle, press the door handle LOCK button to lock all The window controls on the driver’s door trim panel four doors and the liftgate.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 There are single window controls on each passenger door Auto-Down Feature trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows. The driver’s power window switch has an Auto-down The window controls will operate when the ignition is in feature.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To close the window part way, pull the window switch WARNING! up to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop. There is no anti-pinch protection when the window is almost closed.
Page 43: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 2. Push the window switch down firmly to the second detent to open the window completely and continue to hold the switch down for an additional two seconds after the window is fully open. Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver’s door trim panel allows you to disable the window control on the...
Page 44: Liftgate
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- To open the unlocked liftgate, squeeze the handle and rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with pull the liftgate toward you. Gas props will raise and the rear windows open, then open the front and rear support the liftgate in the open position.
Page 45: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 • Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) located WARNING! on top of the front seats (integrated into the head • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison- restraint) — if equipped ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. These fumes •...
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • All seat belt systems (except the driver’s) include NOTE: The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage Automatic Locking Retractors (ALRs) or a cinching inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different latch plate, or both, which lock the seat belt webbing rates of inflation based on the severity and type of into position by extending the belt all the way out and...
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- 4. Do not lean against the door or window. If your positioning booster seats. Older children who do not use vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space ride properly buckled up in the rear seat.
Page 48: Lap/Shoulder Belts
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even WARNING! (Continued) on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument and cause an accident that includes you.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 normal conditions. However, in an accident, the belt will WARNING! (Continued) lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat vehicle or being thrown out. belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the front seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is located on the pillar near the back of your seat.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 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 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. a bit on the shoulder belt.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully.
Page 54: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE depress the button above the webbing to release the you will prefer a higher position. When you release the anchorage, then move it up or down to the position that anchorage try to move it up and down to make sure that fits you best.
Page 55: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the If the passenger seating position is equipped with an folded webbing. ALR and is being used for normal usage: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not...
Page 56: Energy Management Feature
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE position that has a belt with this feature. Children WARNING! 12 years old and under should always be properly • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced restrained in the rear seat. if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt func-...
Page 57: Seat Belt Pretensioners
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat WARNING! belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced worn snugly and positioned properly. if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt func-...
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines whether the severity, or type of rear impact will require the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy. If a rear impact requires deployment, both the driver and front passenger seat AHRs will be deployed.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 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 an accident.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock 1 —...
Page 61: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert ) BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger BeltAlert ) to fasten their seat belts. This feature is active whenever the ignition is on.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the 2. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position, (do not front passenger seat is unoccupied. BeltAlert may be start the engine). Wait for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to triggered when an animal or heavy object is on the front turn off and then proceed to the next step.
Page 63: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 NOTE: When the BeltAlert is deactivated, the Seat Belt extender should be used only if the existing belt is not Reminder Light will continue to illuminate as long as the long enough. When it is not required, remove the ex- driver’s seat belt is unbuckled or retracted.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In addition, the vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental NOTE: These air bags are certified to the new Federal Driver Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument regulations for Advanced Air Bags. panel below the steering column.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Air Bag System Components Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, front, Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC system components: air bags are located above the side windows and their •...
Page 66: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front and Side Impact Sensors The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an impact that requires air bag deployment. This low output • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, is used in less severe collisions.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster in any way. • Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios, etc.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) SABIC air bags may offer side-impact and vehicle roll- over protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure. Each air bag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side-impact head injuries.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag deployment could cause you to be severely injured or The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag provides killed.
Page 70: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls The Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag will not deploy in all frontal collisions, Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) including some that may produce substantial vehicle The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system damage —...
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all acci- turns on the Air Bag Warning Light, either momentarily dents, and also are needed to help keep you in position, or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light away from an inflating air bag.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the Inflator Units vent holes in the sides of the air bag. In this way, the air The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 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 74 72 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 is cycled to off. whether or not an air bag should have deployed.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 front passenger as the air bags deploy and unfold. The Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium bags will not be in place to protect you.
Page 76 74 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 • Modifications to any part of the air bag system may not function properly if modifications are could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 77: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine You will want to have the air bags ready to related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint inflate for your protection in a collision. The Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.
Page 78: Child Restraints
76 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 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! • Safety experts recommend that children ride In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg).
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing WARNING! more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child cannot sit Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in with knees bent over the vehicle’s seat cushion while the the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger air...
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 NOTE: The second row bench with Integrated Child 3. Lift the seat cushion up and push back to lock it in the Booster Seat must remain in the full rear position during booster seat position.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary 8. To remove the slack from the lap belt, pull upward on to allow the seat belt to go around the child’s lap. the shoulder portion of the seat belt.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug WARNING! as possible. • Improper installation can lead to failure of an • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or infant or child restraint.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE you make sure that you can install the child restraint in Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it. Your vehicle’s second row passenger seats are equipped with the child restraint anchor system called LATCH.
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 kits or retrofit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re- straint in any vehicle. All three second-row passenger seating positions have lower anchors that are capable of accommodating LATCH-compatible child seats.
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System We urge you to follow the manufacturer’s directions carefully when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here. Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that are provided with the child restraint system.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 hook for attachment to the tether strap anchor and a means of adjusting the tension of the strap. You will first loosen the child seat adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchors.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE restraint rearward and downward into the seat, remov- WARNING! ing slack in the straps according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or NOTE: child restraint.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 “Automatic Locking Mode”. The chart below defines the retracts, you will hear a ratcheting sound. This indicates seating positions with an Automatic Locking Retractor the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode. (ALR) or a cinching latch plate.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE strap between the head restraint posts underneath the head restraint. Then, attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat. Seat Track Release Lever 3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the tether anchor and remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc- Tether Strap Mounting...
Page 91: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 NOTE: Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in A long break-in period is not required for the engine and the strap.
Page 92: Safety Tips
90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A new engine may consume some oil during its first few WARNING! (Continued) thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your considered a normal part of the break-in and not inter- vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat preted as an indication of difficulty.
Page 93: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 Exhaust Gas If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the blower switch WARNING! on the climate control is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Page 94: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Defroster Vehicle Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to Seat Belts feel the air directed against the windshield. See your Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for authorized dealer for service if your defroster is cuts, frays, and loose parts.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Always make sure that floor mats are properly • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the attached to the floor mat fasteners. driver footwell while the vehicle is moving. Ob- •...
Page 96: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......101 Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 ....105 ▫...
Page 98 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect Touch™ 8.4/8.4 NAV ... 127 Seats ......166 ▫...
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 ▫ 50/50 Split Third-Row Passenger Seats With ▫ Multifunction Lever ....194 Fold-Flat Feature — Seven ▫...
Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Headlights With Wipers (Available With ▫ Parksense Display ....207 Automatic Headlights Only) ... . 201 ▫...
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 ▫ Power Sunroof Switch — If Equipped ..219 ▫ Closing Sunroof — Express ... . . 228 ▫...
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ In-Floor Storage Bin With Removable Liner . . 242 Storage ......238 ▫...
Page 103: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclock- wise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
Page 104: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped CAUTION! This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. This feature will be defaulted To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never on, and only be disabled when the vehicle is moving in spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.
Page 105: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 106: Power Folding Mirrors - If Equipped
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Models With Express Window Feature If the mirrors are in the folded position, and vehicle Press and release the mirror select button marked L (left) speed is equal or greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), they will or R (right) and then press one of the four arrow buttons automatically unfold.
Page 107: Uconnect Touch™ 4.3
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 mirror cover upward. The light will turn on automati- 2. Unclip the visor from the center clip. cally. Closing the mirror cover will turn off the light. 3. Pull the sun visor toward the inside rearview mirror to extend it.
Page 108 • Dialing via Keypad using touch screen. • www.chrysler.com/uconnect • Viewing and Calling contacts from Phonebooks dis- • www.dodge.com/uconnect played on the touch screen. • Setting Favorite Contact Phone numbers so the are • www.jeep.com/uconnect easily accessible on the Main Phone screen.
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Uconnect™ Phone features. Refer to your mobile service different electronic devices to connect to each other with- provider or the phone manufacturer for details. out wires or a docking station, so Uconnect™ Phone works no matter where you stow your mobile phone (be Uconnect™...
Page 110: Operation
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Voice Command Button 2. Say the individual commands and allow the system to The Uconnect™ Voice Command Button guide you to complete the task. is only used for “barge in” and when you are You will be prompted for a specific command and then already in a call and you want to send Tones or guided through the available options.
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 example, you can use the combined form voice com- The system handles multiple inputs in the same phrase mand “Search for John Smith”, or you can break the or sentence such as “make a phone call” and “to Kelly combined form command into two voice commands: Smith”.
Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To activate the Uconnect™ Phone from idle, simply press Pair (Link) Uconnect™ Phone To A Mobile Phone button and say a command or say “help”. All To begin using your Uconnect™ Phone, you must pair your compatible Bluetooth enabled mobile phone.
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 4. Select Yes to begin the pairing process. Then, search is your favorite phone. Selecting Yes will make this phone for available devices on your Bluetooth enabled mobile the highest priority. This phone will take precedence over phone.
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Touch the Add Device soft-key. • “Show Paired Audio Devices” • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth en- Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or abled audio device. When prompted on the device, Device enter the name and PIN shown on the Uconnect™...
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 • Touch to select the device. NOTE: You will see the chosen device move to the top of the list. • Touch the Disconnect Device soft-key. • Touch the Make Favorite soft-key. • Touch the X to exit out of the Settings screen. •...
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Automatic download and update, if supported, begins edited on the mobile phone. The changes are trans- as soon as the Bluetooth wireless phone connection is ferred and updated to Uconnect™ Phone on the next made to the Uconnect™...
Page 117: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 • Recent Call Log Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the NOTE: All of the above operations except Redial can be Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on your done with 1 call or less active.
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Touch-Tone screen will be displayed. Call Controls The touch-screen allows you to control the following call • Use the numbered soft-keys to enter the number and features: touch Call. • Answer To send a touch tone using Voice Recognition (VR), press •...
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 These can be accessed by touching the recent calls Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — Call soft-key on the Phone main screen. Currently In Progress If a call is currently in progress and you have another You can also press the button and say “Show my incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for...
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In Call Termination Progress To end a call in progress, momentarily press the End To make a second call while you are currently on a call, soft-key or the button.
Page 121: Uconnect™ Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Call Continuation If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect™ Phone is Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the operational, you may reach the emergency number as Uconnect™ Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been follows: switched to OFF.
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mexico City in Mexico). Please refer to the Chrysler WARNING! Group LLC 24-Hour “Towing Assistance” coverage details in the Warranty Information Booklet and on the Your phone must be turned on and paired to the 24–Hour Towing Assistance Card.
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that Uconnect™ Phone will then send the corresponding normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as on your mobile phone keypad, you can utilize the tones over the phone.
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Select either Brief or Detailed by touching the box next Barge In — Overriding Prompts button can be used when you wish to skip to the selection. A check-mark will appear to show your selection.
Page 125: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the from your Uconnect™ Phone paired mobile phone to the dial ring to the Uconnect™ Phone to play it on the vehicle Uconnect™ Phone or vice versa, press the Transfer audio system, so you will not hear it.
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would • When navigating through an automated system such speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of you.
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be Far End Audio Performance compromised with the convertible top down. • Audio quality is maximized under: Bluetooth Communication Link • low-to-medium blower setting, Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the •...
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
Page 129: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 General Information Uconnect Phone supports the following features: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Voice Activated Features: RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the • Hands Free dialing via Voice (“Call John Smiths Mo- following conditions: bile”...
Page 130 • Setting Favorite Contact Phone numbers so the are • www.chrysler.com/uconnect easily accessible on the Main Phone screen. • www.dodge.com/uconnect • Viewing and Calling contacts from Recent Call logs. • www.jeep.com/uconnect • Reviewing your recent Incoming SMS. • or call 1–877–855–8400 •...
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 phone and one audio device can be used with the system WARNING! at a time. The system is available in English, Spanish, or French languages. Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following local laws and Uconnect™...
Page 132: Operation
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE if your vehicle is equipped. Please see the Uconnect™ 2. Say the individual commands and allow the system to Voice Command section for direction on how to use the guide you to complete the task. button.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 example, you can use the combined form voice com- The system handles multiple inputs in the same phrase mand “Search for John Smith”, or you can break the or sentence such as “make a phone call” and “to Kelly combined form command into two voice commands: Smith”.
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To activate the Uconnect™ Phone from idle, simply press Pair (Link) Uconnect™ Phone To A Mobile Phone button and say a command or say “help”. All To begin using your Uconnect™ Phone, you must pair your compatible Bluetooth enabled mobile phone.
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone. When prompted on the phone, enter the name and PIN shown on the Uconnect Touch™ screen. • See step 4 to complete the process. 4.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When the pairing process has successfully completed, 5. When the pairing process has successfully completed, the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this the system will prompt you to choose whether or not is your favorite phone.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth en- NOTE: For phones which are not made a favorite, the phone priority is determined by the order in which it was abled audio device. When prompted on the device, paired.
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Show Paired Audio Devices” • Touch the + Options soft-key, then touch the + next to the appropriate device to be disconnected. Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or • The options pop-up will be displayed. Device Uconnect™...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Making A Phone A Favorite phonebook. Specific Bluetooth Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature. See Uconnect™ • Touch the Phone soft-key. website for supported phones. • Touch the Settings soft-key. •...
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail- 2. After loading the mobile phonebook, select phone- able, the previous downloaded phonebook is available book from the Phone main screen, then select the appro- for use.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 3. From the Phone main screen, select phonebook. From To Remove A Favorite the phonebook screen, select favorites and then select the • To remove a Favorite, select phonebook from the + Options. Select an empty entry and touch the + on that Phone main screen.
Page 142: Phone Call Features
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Options pop up will display, touch Remove from Favs. Emergency And Towing Assistance The Emergency and Towing Favorite numbers can only be altered. These cannot be deleted and the names cannot be changed.
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 For example, if your mobile service plan provides three- NOTE: All of the above operations except Redial can be way calling, this feature can be accessed through the done with 1 call or less active. Uconnect™...
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Controls Touch-Tone Number Entry The touch-screen allows you to control the following call • Touch the Phone soft-key. features: • Touch the Dial soft-key. • Answer • The Touch-Tone screen will be displayed. •...
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 • All Calls Recent Calls You may browse up to 34 of the most recent of each of the These can be accessed by touching the recent calls following call types: soft-key on the Phone main screen. You can also press the button and say “Show my incoming calls”...
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call in progress. Or you can place a call on hold by touching Currently In Progress the Hold soft-key on the Phone main screen, then dial a If a call is currently in progress and you have another number from the dialpad, recent calls, SMS Inbox or from incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for...
Page 147: Uconnect™ Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 • The Uconnect™ Phone will call the last number that Conference Call When two calls are in progress (one active and one on was dialed from your mobile phone. hold), touch the Conference soft-key on the Phone main Call Continuation screen to combine all calls into a Conference Call.
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect™ Phone does slightly lower your If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect™ Phone is operational, you may reach the emergency number as chances of successfully making a phone call as to that follows: for the mobile phone directly.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 NOTE: You can use your Uconnect™ Phone to access a voice • The towing assistance call may also be initiated by mail system or an automated service, such as a paging touch. service or automated customer service line. Some ser- vices require immediate response selection.
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Some paging and voice mail systems have system time You can also send stored mobile phonebook entries as tones for fast and easy access to voice mail and pager out settings that are too short and may not allow the entries.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • Touch the More soft-key, then touch the Settings caution and take precautionary safety measures). By soft-key. dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth mobile phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s •...
Page 152: Advanced Phone Connectivity
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Phone Connectivity Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone The Uconnect™ Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- Voice Command ferred from your mobile phone to the Uconnect™ Phone •...
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 • low road noise, • You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). • smooth road surface, • Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing • fully closed windows, number combinations may not be supported.
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • operation from the driver’s seat. NOTE: Uconnect™ Phone SMS is only available when the vehicle is not in moving. • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and not the Uconnect™...
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Send Messages Using Soft-Keys: You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send a new message: • Touch the Phone soft-key. • Touch the messaging soft-key then new message. • Touch one of the 18 preset messages and the person you wish to send the message to.
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If multiple numbers are available for the contact select which number you would like to have the message sent. • Press “Send” or “Cancel”. Send Messages Using Voice Commands: • Press the button.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 5. Call me. 18. See you later. 6. I’ll call you later. Bluetooth Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the 7. I’m on my way. Uconnect™ Phone. When this happens, the connection 8.
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157...
Page 160: General Information
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information NOTE: Take care to speak into the Voice Interface This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and System as calmly and normally as possible. The ability of RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com- following conditions: mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a...
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 If no command is spoken or recorded the system will say These commands are universal and can be used from any one of two responses: menu. All other commands can be used depending upon the active application.
Page 162: Uconnect™ Voice Commands
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Natural Speech The system utilizes continuous dialog; when the system Natural speech allows the user to speak commands in requires more information from the user it will ask a phrases or complete sentences. The system filters out question to which the user can respond without pressing certain non-word utterances and sounds such as “ah”...
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Changing the Volume Starting Voice Recognition (VR) Session in Radio/Player Modes 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command In this mode, you can say the following commands: button. NOTE: The commands can be said on any screen when 2.
Page 164: Voice Tree
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163...
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165...
Page 168: Seats
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the The power seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat vehicle. near the floor. Use this switch to move the seat up, down, forward, rearward or to tilt the seat.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward WARNING! The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Push the seat switch forward or rearward; the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
Page 170: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path.
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 For Vehicles Equipped With Uconnect Touch™ 4.3: Touch the CLIMATE hard-key (located on the left side of the Uconnect Touch™ display) to enter the climate con- trol screen. Touch the “Driver” or “Pass” seat soft-key (located on the Uconnect Touch™...
Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Touch the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft- NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt key once to select HI-level heating. Touch the within two to five minutes. soft-key a second time to select LO-level heat- When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will ing.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start WARNING! On models that are equipped with remote start, the • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin driver’s heated seat can be programmed to come on during a remote start.
Page 174: Manual Front Seat Adjustments
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Front Seat Adjustments While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar located and For models equipped with manual seats, the driver and move the seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once passenger seats can be adjusted forward or rearward by the desired position has been reached.
Page 175: Recliner Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Recliner Adjustment WARNING! The recline lever is located on the outboard side of the • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is seat. To recline the seat, lean forward slightly, lift the lever, lean back to the desired position and release the dangerous.
Page 176: Driver's Seat Height Adjustment - If Equipped
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment — If Equipped Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat — If Equipped The seat height control lever is located on the outboard This feature allows for extended cargo space. When the side of the seat.
Page 177: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Pull upward on the recline lever to fold or unfold the WARNING! seat. The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- WARNING! erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- pying a seat. Head restraints should never be ad- Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is justed while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR. 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.
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Active Head Restraint (Normal Position) Active Head Restraint (Tilted)
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • The head restraints should only be removed by quali- • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head fied technicians, for service purposes only. If either of the head restraints require removal, see your autho- Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable rized dealer.
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Head Restraints — Second Row Seats NOTE: • The head restraints should only be removed by quali- The rear seats are equipped with adjustable head re- straints. To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the fied technicians, for service purposes only.
Page 182: Third Row Passenger Seats - Seven Passenger Models
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Third Row Passenger Seats — Seven Passenger 60/40 Split Second-Row Passenger Seats Models To provide additional storage area, each second-row These head restraints are non-adjustable and non- passenger seat can be folded flat. This allows for ex- removable.
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 WARNING! (Continued) • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. • On seven passenger models, do not allow a pas- senger to sit in a third row seat with the second row seatback(s) folded flat.
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Forward And Rearward Adjustment WARNING! The control lever is on the outboard side of the seat. Lift the lever to move the seat forward or rearward. Release To prevent personal injury or damage to objects, the lever once the seat is in the desired position.
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 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 adjusted properly and you could be injured. Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Page 186 184 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 adjusted properly and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Move the control lever on the upper outboard side of the WARNING! seatback forward. Then, in one fluid motion, the seat cushion flips upward and the seat moves forward on its Keep the latch clean and free of objects and be tracks.
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not drive the vehicle with the seat in this posi- tion, as it is only intended for entering and exiting the third row seats. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury. To Unfold And Move The Second-Row Passenger Seat Rearward 1.
Page 189: 50/50 Split Third-Row Passenger Seats With Fold-Flat Feature - Seven Passenger Models
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 To Fold The Seatback WARNING! Pull the latch release-loop located at the top of the seatback upward, push the seatback forward slightly, and Be certain that the seatback and seat are locked release the release-loop. Then, continue to push the securely into position.
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Unfold The Seatback The seatback can also be locked in the reclined position. Grasp the assist strap loop on the seatback and pull it To do so, pull the latch release-loop located at the top of toward you to raise the seatback.
Page 191: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow a passenger to sit in a third row seat with the second row seatback(s) folded flat. In a collision, the passenger could slide underneath the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD Two latches must be released to open the hood.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Outside of the vehicle, locate the safety latch lever Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open near the center of the grille between the grille and hood position.
Page 193: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 LIGHTS CAUTION! Headlight Switch To prevent possible damage: The headlight switch is located on the left side of the • Before closing hood, make sure the hood prop rod instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the is fully seated into its storage retaining clips.
Page 194: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent Headlights On With Wipers (Available With for parking lights and instrument panel light operation. Automatic Headlights Only) Rotate the headlight switch to the second detent for When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on headlight, parking light and instrument panel light approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on...
Page 195: Daytime Running Lights (Drl) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 To activate the delay feature, turn OFF the ignition switch Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off the The Daytime Running Lights will turn ON the first time headlights within 45 seconds.
Page 196: Fog Lights - If Equipped
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights — If Equipped To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking The front fog light switch is built into the headlight lights or the low beam headlights and press the switch.
Page 197: Turn Signals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 NOTE: • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective.
Page 198: Flash-To-Pass
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Flash-To-Pass Dimmer Controls You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by The dimmer controls are part of the headlight switch and lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This are located on the left side of the instrument panel. will turn on the high beams headlights until the lever is Rotating the left dimmer control upward with the park- released.
Page 199: Map/Reading Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 Interior Light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom off position. The interior lights will remain off when the doors are open. Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Rotate the dimmer control upward to the first detent. This feature brightens all text displays such as the odometer, EVIC (if equipped), and radio when the park- ing lights or headlights are on.
Page 200: Windshield Wipers And Washers
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent Wiper System The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on Use the intermittent wiper system when weather condi- the left side of the steering column. tions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause between cycles, desirable.
Page 201: Windshield Wiper Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 There are five delay settings, which allow you to regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every two seconds to a maximum of approximately 36 seconds between cycles at vehicle speeds below 10 mph (16 km/h).
Page 202: Windshield Washers
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers CAUTION! To use the windshield washer, push the washer knob, • Turn the windshield wipers OFF when driving located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to the second detent. through an automatic car wash.
Page 203: Mist Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 Headlights With Wipers WARNING! (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned ON could lead to a collision.
Page 204: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN To unlock the steering column, push the control handle This feature allows you to tilt the steering column downward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or wheel upward or downward as desired.
Page 205: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel.
Page 206: To Activate
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic To Set A Desired Speed Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle vehicle set speed. has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button and release.
Page 207: To Resume Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 To Resume Speed decrease until the button is released. Release the button To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) when the desired speed is reached, and the new set speed button and release.
Page 208: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so Usage Precautions” for limitations of this system and it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed recommendations. Control. ParkSense will retain the last system state (enabled or disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is WARNING! changed to the ON/RUN position.
Page 209: Parksense Warning Display
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 (200 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper in the horizontal ParkSense Display direction, depending on the location, type and orienta- When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display tion of the obstacle. will turn ON indicating the system status. ParkSense Warning Display The ParkSense Warning screen will only be displayed if Sound and Display is selected from the Uconnect...
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Park Assist OFF Slow Tone The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object, the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Fast Tone Continuous Tone The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
Page 212: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 79 in (200 cm) (200-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Audible Alert None Single 1/2- Slow Fast Continuous...
Page 213: Service The Parksense Rear Park Assist System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 The ParkSense system uses four sensors located in the If “CLEAN PARK ASSIST SENSORS” appears in the rear bumper fascia to scan for obstacles up to 79 in EVIC and the rear fascia/bumper is clean and clear of (200 cm) away from the rear bumper fascia.
Page 214: Parksense System Usage Precautions
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking care ParkSense System Usage Precautions not to scratch or damage them. The sensors must not NOTE: be covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or debris. •...
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 CAUTION! WARNING! • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable • Drivers must be careful when backing up even to recognize every obstacle, including small ob- when using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist sys- stacles.
Page 216: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — WARNING! (Continued) IF EQUIPPED • Before using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear system, it is strongly recommended that the ball Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever...
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width zones that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the of the vehicle while a dashed center-line will indicate the vehicle. The following table shows the approximate center of the vehicle to assist with parking or aligning to distances for each zone: a hitch/receiver.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always be used as a parking aid. The ParkView camera is check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to unable to view every obstacle or object in your check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob-...
Page 219: Turning Parkview On Or Off - With Touch Screen Radio
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 Turning ParkView On Or Off — With Touch Screen Radio 1. Turn the Radio on. 2. Press the “More” soft-key. 3. Press the “Settings” soft-key. 4. Press the “Safety & Driving Assistance” soft-key. 5.
Page 220: Sunglasses Storage
218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE courtesy lights also function as reading lights. Press in on Sunglasses Storage each lens to turn these lights on while inside the vehicle. To access the storage compartment, press on the raised Press the lens a second time to turn each light off. You bars on the compartment door in the center of the console may adjust the direction of these lights by pressing the and release and the door will swing downward.
Page 221: Interior Observation Mirror
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 Interior Observation Mirror The convex interior observation mirror provides the driver and front seat passenger a wide field of view to conveniently view passengers sitting in the rear passen- ger seats. To use the interior observation mirror, press on the raised bars on the compartment door and release (the door will swing downward), then raise the door until it is almost closed and release.
Page 222: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink unit operates off your vehicle’s battery.
Page 223: Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 Programming HomeLink WARNING! Before You Begin • Your motorized door or gate will open and close If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, while you are training the Universal Transceiver. erase all channels before you begin training.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After training a HomeLink channel, if the garage Place the handheld transmitter 1–3 in (3-8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while door does not operate with HomeLink and the ga- keeping the indicator light in view.
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 This can usually be found where the hanging antenna 6. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAINING wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is button. The name and color of the button may vary by NOT the button normally used to open and close the manufacturer.
Page 226: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Gate Operator/Canadian Programming 3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button, Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- while you press and release (“cycle”), your handheld nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink has transmission –...
Page 227: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow these steps: Troubleshooting Tips 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here are some of the most common solutions: 2.
Page 228: General Information
226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The power sunroof switch is located between the sun Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following visors on the overhead console.
Page 229: Opening Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in second and the sunroof will open automatically from any position.
Page 230: Closing Sunroof - Express
228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Closing Sunroof — Express Pinch Protect Feature Press the switch forward and release it within one-half This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of second and the sunroof will close automatically from any the sunroof during Express Close operation.
Page 231: Venting Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 Venting Sunroof — Express Wind Buffeting Press and release the “Vent” button, and the sunroof will Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of open to the vent position. This is called “Express Vent”, pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the and will occur regardless of sunroof position.
Page 232: Ignition Off Operation
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Off Operation The power sunroof switches remain active for up to approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch has been turned OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. NOTE: The delay time is programmable using the Uconnect Touch™...
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 A second 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet is located inside A third fused 12 Volt power outlet is located on the back the center console storage area. Power is available with of the center console. This power outlet has power the ignition switch in the ON/RUN, ACC or LOCK available when the ignition switch is in the LOCK, ON or position.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE A fourth fused 12 Volt power outlet is located on the left NOTE: To ensure proper operation a MOPAR knob quarter trim panel in the cargo area. This power outlet and element must be used. has power available when the ignition switch is in the CAUTION! ON or ACC position.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 236: Power Inverter - If Equipped
234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces- power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in sory bracket from the plug.
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 may have to be reset manually. To reset the inverter manually press the power inverter button OFF and ON. To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to using the inverter. NOTE: Due to built-in overload protection, the power outlet will shut down if the 115 Volt AC (150 Watt maximum) power rating is exceeded.
Page 238: Power Inverter Operation
236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Inverter Operation 2. Press the “Outlet” soft-key to turn the power inverter The power inverter is turned on and off using the On or Off. Uconnect Touch™ System. CUPHOLDERS Vehicles Equipped With Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 There are two cupholders, located in the center floor To turn the power inverter on or off perform the follow- console, for the front passengers.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 For passengers in the second row there are two cuphold- For vehicles equipped with third row seating, there are ers, located in the center armrest between the two seats. additional cupholders located in the trim panels. When the armrest is folded flat the cupholders are in the In addition to cupholders, vehicles may also be equipped back of the Head Restraint.
Page 240: Storage
238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burn- ing the occupants. Be careful when closing the doors to avoid injury. STORAGE Glovebox Storage The glovebox storage compartment is located on the...
Page 241: Floor Console Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 Floor Console Storage Center Console Storage An open storage area, or cubby bin, is located in the floor There is a storage compartment located under the center console. console armrest. Floor Console Cubby Bin Center Console...
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pull upward on the release handle, located on the front of Sliding Armrest the lid, to open the storage compartment. The center console armrest can also be slid rearward for easy access to the storage area. Opened Storage Compartment Sliding Armrest...
Page 243: Flip 'N Stow™ Front Passenger Seat Storage - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving. Use of these devices while driving can cause an accident due to distrac- tion, resulting in death or injury.
Page 244: Second-Row Passenger Seat Temporary Storage Bin
242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Be certain that the seat cushion is locked securely into position before using the seat. Otherwise, the seat will not provide the proper stability for passen- gers. An improperly latched seat cushion could cause serious injury.
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 cans, plus ice, or other items. The removable bin liner The liner can be removed for easy cleaning by lifting on allows for easy filling, emptying, and cleaning. the notches as shown. To access the bin, position the floor mat aside (if equipped).
Page 246: Cargo Area Features
244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CARGO AREA FEATURES To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, twice for low, and a third time to return to off. Rechargeable Flashlight — If Equipped The rechargeable LED flashlight stores in its charging station in the left rear quarter trim panel.
Page 247: Cargo Management System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 Cargo Management System Seven Passenger System Features • A large built-in storage bin with a hinged hardcover Five Passenger System Features located in the floor behind the third-row passenger • A raised load floor that sits on top of a large built-in seats.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Tie-Downs WARNING! Cargo tie-downs are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision, a tie-down could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 • Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the WARNING! seatback. This could impair visibility or become a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision. The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle •...
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The cover, when extended, covers the cargo area to keep items out of sight. Notches in the trim panels near the liftgate opening secure the extended cover in place. The cover rolls away neatly inside its housing when not in use.
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 Grab the cover handle and pull it toward you. As the WARNING! cover nears the liftgate opening, guide the rear attach- ment posts (on both ends of the cover) into the notches in A cargo cover that is unsecured in the vehicle could the trim panels.
Page 252: Rear Window Features
250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rotate the switch upward to the first detent posi- tion for rear wiper operation. Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear window wiper/washer control is located on the Rotate the switch upward past the first detent left side of the steering column.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 CAUTION! • Turn the rear wiper off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the rear wiper may result if the rear wiper switch is left in the on position. • In cold weather, always turn off the rear wiper switch and allow the rear wiper to return to the park position before turning off the engine.
Page 254: Rear Window Defroster
252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Window Defroster CAUTION! The rear window defroster button is located on the climate control panel. Press this button to turn on Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors the heating elements: (if equipped).
Page 255: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! The roof rack side rails on your vehicle are NOT designed • To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do to carry a load without the addition of crossbars. Cross- bars can be purchased from MOPAR accessories to not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of...
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care- Cargo must be securely tied before driving your fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the roof rack.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Oil Change Required ....275 Instrument Panel Features ....257 ▫...
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 Settings — CD/DVD Disc Maintenance ....311 Customer Programmable Features ..280 Radio Operation And Mobile Phones .
Page 259: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Side Window Demist Outlet 6 — Switch Bank 11 — Engine Start/Stop Button 2 — Air Outlet 7 — Uconnect Touch™ Hard Controls 12 — Hood Release Lever 3 — Instrument Cluster 8 —...
Page 260: Instrument Cluster
258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 261: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 3. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of 1. Tachometer an onboard diagnostic system, called OBD, that The red segments indicate the maximum permissible monitors engine and automatic transmission con- engine revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear trol systems.
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ CAUTION! Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause Light” in the instrument cluster will come on damage to the engine control system. It also could when the ignition switch is turned to the affect fuel economy and drivability.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 • Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC 6. High Beam Indicator system will be ON, even if it was turned off previously. This indicator shows that the high beam head- lights are on. Push the multifunction lever forward •...
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL technician should leave the odometer reading the same 10. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light — as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so, If Equipped then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must Each tire, including the spare (if provided), be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was should be checked monthly when cold and...
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also of reasons, including the installation of replacement or reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 11. Seat Belt Reminder Light If the light remains on when the parking brake has been When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/ disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake seconds as a bulb check.
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the tions.
Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it 16. Fuel Gauge indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when is not functioning and that service is required.
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads others could be badly burned by steam or boiling “H”...
Page 270: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful (EVIC) information by pressing the switches mounted on the The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the following: tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the •...
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 The system allows the driver to select information by UP Button pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the UP button to scroll up- wheel: ward through the main menus (Fuel Economy, Vehicle Info, Tire PSI, Cruise, Messages, Units) and sub-menus.
Page 272: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Damaged Key BACK Button Press the BACK button to scroll back to a • Key not programmed previous menu or sub-menu. • Vehicle Not in Park • Key Left Vehicle Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) •...
Page 273: Starting And Operating
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 • Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) • Low Tire Pressure (with a single chime). Refer to information on “Tire Pressure” and “Tire Pressure • RKE Battery Low (with a single chime) Monitor”...
Page 274: Evic White Telltale Lights
272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Change Required (with a single chime) • Electronic Speed Control SET This light will turn on when the electronic EVIC White Telltale Lights speed control is SET. For further information, This area will show reconfigurable white caution tell- refer to “Electronic Speed Control”...
Page 275: Evic Red Telltale Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 • Oil Pressure Warning Light to turn off the message. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap shut off the engine as soon as possible.
Page 276: What To Do In Emergencies
274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging If the light remains lit with the engine running, your system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho- vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho- rized dealer. rized dealer for service as soon as possible.
Page 277: Oil Change Required
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve- WARNING! hicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is service.
Page 278: Fuel Economy
276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Unless reset, this message will continue to display each Fuel Economy time you cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. To Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Fuel turn off the message temporarily, press and release the Economy”...
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 The ECO indicator will illuminate in the EVIC display. Distance To Empty (DTE) This ECO indicator will appear when you are driving in Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with a fuel efficient manner and can be used to modify driving the fuel remaining in the tank.
Page 280: Vehicle Speed
278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Trip B Vehicle Speed Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle • Elapsed Time Speed” displays highlighted in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. Press the SELECT button to display the Press the UP/DOWN buttons to cycle through all the current speed in mph or km/h.
Page 281: Vehicle Info
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 • Coolant Temp Elapsed Time Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset Displays the actual coolant temperature. when the ignition is in the ACC position. Elapsed time • Oil Temperature will increment when the ignition is in the ON/RUN Displays the actual oil temperature.
Page 282: Hard-Keys
280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Hard-Keys & Locks, Heated Seats, Engine Off Operation, Compass Hard-Keys are located on the left and right side of the Settings, Audio, Phone/Bluetooth and SIRIUS Setup Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 screen. In addition, there is a through hard-keys and soft-keys.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 Press the Settings hard-key to access the Settings screen, Display use the Page Up/Down soft-keys to scroll through the • Brightness following settings. Touch the desired setting soft key to Touch the Brightness soft-key to change this display. change the setting using the description shown on the When in this display, you may select display brightness following pages for each setting...
Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Touch Screen Beep functions and the navigation system (if equipped). Touch the English, French (Français) or Spanish (Español) soft- Touch the Touch Screen Beep soft-key to turn on or shut key to select the language preferred. Then touch the off the sound heard when a touch screen button (soft- arrow back soft-key.
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 soft-keys, select AM or PM, select 12 hr or 24 hr. Then Safety / Assistance touch the arrow back soft-key when all selections are • Front Collision Warning — If Equipped complete. Touch the Front Collision Warning soft-key to change this •...
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Park Assist out of REVERSE. To make your selection, touch the Tilt Touch the Park Assist soft-key to change this display. The Mirrors In Reverse soft-key and select ON or OFF. Then Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind the touch the arrow back soft-key.
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 NOTE: If your vehicle has experienced any damage in and operating information. To make your selection, touch the area where the sensor is located, even if the fascia is the Hill Start Assist soft-key and select ON or OFF. Then not damaged, the sensor may have become misaligned.
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL (RKE) transmitter. To change the Illuminated Approach Beams soft-key and select ON or OFF. Then touch the status, touch the 0, 30, 60 or 90 soft-key. Then touch the arrow back soft-key. Refer to “Lights/SmartBeam™ — If arrow back soft-key.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 • Flash Headlights With Lock • Flash Lights With Lock Touch the Flash Headlights With Lock soft-key to change Touch the Flash Lights With Lock soft-key to change this this display. When this feature is selected, the headlights display.
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote matter which Passive Entry equipped door handle is Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. To make your selection, grasped. If Unlock Driver Door Only On 1st Press is touch the Sounds Horn With Lock soft-key and select ON programmed, only the driver’s door will unlock when or OFF.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat Heated Seats location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set • Auto Heated Seats to ON) when the RKE transmitter is used to unlock the Touch the Auto Heated Seats soft-key to change this door.
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Headlight Off Delay Compass Settings Touch the Headlight Off Delay soft-key to change this • Variance display. When this feature is selected, the driver can Touch the Variance soft-key to change this display. Com- choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or pass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle.
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 calibrate the compass by touching the ON soft-key and completing one or more 360-degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the CAL indicator displayed in the EVIC turns off. The compass will now function normally.
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Bass/Mid/Treble allow you to simply slide your mode. To make your selection, press the Surround Sound finger up or down to change the setting as well as press soft-key and select ON or OFF. Then touch the arrow directly on the desired setting.
Page 295: Uconnect Touch™ System 8.4 Settings - Customer Programmable Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 • Subscription Info Uconnect Touch™ System 8.4 Settings — New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free Customer Programmable Features limited time subscription to SIRIUS Satellite Radio with Touch the More soft-key, then touch the Settings soft-key your radio.
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Only one touchscreen area may be selected at a Once the setting is complete touch the Back Arrow time. soft-key to return to the previous menu or touch the X soft-key to close out of the settings screen. Pressing the Up or Down Arrow soft-keys on the right side of the screen will allow you to toggle up or down through the available settings.
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 • Units setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale between the + and – soft-keys. Then touch the arrow back When in this display, you may select to have the EVIC, soft-key. odometer, and navigation system (if equipped) changed between US and Metric units of measure.
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that Clock setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key After pressing the Clock soft-key the following settings to return to the previous menu. will be available. •...
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 • Set Time Minutes until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that When in this display, you may adjust the minutes. The setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key Sync with GPS Time soft-key must be unchecked. To to return to the previous menu.
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Tilt Mirrors In Reverse driving experience. To change the FCW status, touch and release the OFF, Near or Far button. Then touch the arrow When this feature is selected, the outside sideview mir- back soft-key. rors will tilt downward when the ignition is in the RUN position and the transmission shift lever is in the RE- For further information, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Con-...
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 audible alert when the turn signal is on. When “Off” is displayed on the radio touchscreen display along with a selected, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system is deacti- caution note to “check entire surroundings” across the vated.
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Hill Start Assist — If Equipped • Headlight Illumination On Approach When this feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA) When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate system is active. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control and remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors System”...
Page 303 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 • Auto Dim High Beams — If Equipped • Steering Directed Lights When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights When this feature is selected, the headlights turn relative will deactivate automatically under certain conditions. To to a change in direction of the steering wheel.
Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Flash Headlight With Lock selected. To make your selection, touch the Flash Head- lights with Lock soft-key, until a check-mark appears When this feature is selected, the headlights will flash next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 touch the Sound Horn With Remote Start soft-key, until a Entry, if Driver Door 1st Press is programmed touching check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting the handle more than once will only result in the driver’s has been selected.
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL vehicle. To make your selection, touch the Memory check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting Linked To FOB soft-key, until a check-mark appears next has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch return to the previous menu.
Page 307 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 • Easy Exit Seat • Headlight Off Delay This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds vehicle.
Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Perform Compass Calibration NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Touch the Calibration soft-key to change this setting. This Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to module is located, and it can cause interference with the manually reset the compass.
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 • Equalizer • Music Info Cleanup When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and This feature helps organize music files for optimized Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – music navigation.
Page 310: Video Entertainment System (Ves)™ - If Equipped
308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Channel Skip Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To SIRIUS can be programmed to designate a group of reactivate your service, either call the number listed on channels that are the most desirable to listen to or to the screen or visit the provider online.
Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 • Two wireless infrared headsets allow rear seat passen- gers to listen to the same or individual audio sources. Audio/Video RCA Jacks (AUX Jacks) on the rear of the center console enable the monitor to display video directly from a video camera, connect video games for display on the screen, or play music directly from an MP3...
Page 312: Ipod /Usb/Mp3 Control- If Equipped
310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL iPod /USB/MP3 CONTROL— IF EQUIPPED This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port. iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may not fully support the iPod control features.
Page 313: Left-Hand Switch Functions For Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 • Press the switch up or down twice to listen to the Left-Hand Switch Functions For Radio Operation second track, three times to listen to the third track, • Press the top of the switch to SEEK the next listenable and so forth.
Page 314: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. not satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. turned down or off during mobile phone operation when 7.
Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 Hard-Keys Hard-keys are located on the left and right side of the Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 screen in the center of the instru- ment panel. There are also hard-keys located below the Uconnect Touch™ screen. Automatic Temperature Controls — Hard-Keys 1 —...
Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Temperature Controls — Hard-Keys Uconnect Touch™ System 4.3 Manual Temperature Controls — Soft-Keys Soft-Keys Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect Touch™ system screen.
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 If equipped with ATC, performing this function will cause the automatic operation to switch into manual mode and the AUTO indicator will turn off. 2. Recirculation Control Button Press and release to change the current setting; the indicator illuminates when ON.
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Soft-Key — Uconnect Touch™ System 4.3 4. Front Defrost Button Press the blower soft-key to enter the blower setting Press and release to change the current airflow setting to screen. Once in the blower setting screen, use the UP and Defrost mode.
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 NOTE: Pressing this button while in Sync mode will CAUTION! automatically exit Sync. Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to 7. Passenger Temperature Control Down Button the heating elements: Provides the passenger with independent temperature •...
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 10. Driver Temperature Control Down Button 12. Modes Provides the driver with independent temperature con- The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air trol. Push the button for cooler temperature settings. comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, demist outlets and defrost outlets.
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort 13. SYNC conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets Press the Sync soft-key to toggle the Sync feature On/Off. and warmer air from the floor outlets. The Sync indicator is illuminated when this feature is enabled.
Page 322: Climate Control Functions
320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Climate Control Functions dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and through the condenser. Fabric A/C (Air Conditioning) front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator condenser, reducing air conditioning performance.
Page 323: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 Attempting to use Recirculation while in these modes 3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is will cause the LED in the control button to blink and then not necessary to change the settings. You will experience turn off.
Page 324: Rear Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Operation Rear Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — The system allows for manual selection of blower speed, If Equipped air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation con- The rear ATC system has floor air outlets at the rear right trol.
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 The rear system temperature control is in the Uconnect Touch™ system, located on the instrument panel. Rear Climate Controls 8.4 Screen 1 — Rear Auto Soft-Key 6 — Blower Up Soft-Key 2 — Rear Lock Soft-Key 7 —...
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Lock Pressing the Rear Temperature Lock soft-key on the Uconnect Touch™ screen, illuminates a lock symbol in the rear display. The rear temperature and air source are controlled from the front Uconnect Touch™ system. Rear second row occupants can only adjust the rear ATC control when the Rear Temperature Lock button is turned off.
Page 327: Rear Blower Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 • Rotate the Rear Blower, Rear Temperature and the Rear Blower Control Rear Mode Control knobs to suit your comfort needs. The rear blower control knob can be manually set to off, or any fixed blower speed, by rotating the knob from low •...
Page 328: Rear Temperature Control
326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Temperature Control Headliner Mode To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle, Air comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each of rotate the temperature knob counterclockwise to lower these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the temperature, and clockwise to increase the tempera- the flow of air.
Page 329: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 Operating Tips Winter Operation Use of the air Recirculation mode during Winter months NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for is not recommended because it may cause window suggested control settings for various weather condi- fogging.
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they windshield and provide sufficient heating.
Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 Manual Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions...
Page 333 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....336 Automatic Transmission ....340 ▫...
Page 334 332 STARTING AND OPERATING Driving On Slippery Surfaces ... . . 347 Electronic Brake Control System ... 355 ▫ Acceleration ......347 ▫...
Page 335 STARTING AND OPERATING 333 ▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ..369 Tire Chains ......382 Tires —...
Page 336 334 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Fuel System Cautions ....398 Adding Fuel ......403 ▫...
Page 337 STARTING AND OPERATING 335 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights ▫ Towing Tips ......421 (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ..413 Recreational Towing ▫...
Page 338: Starting Procedures
336 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES CAUTION! Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat ing precautions are not observed: belts.
Page 339: Keyless Enter-N-Go
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Keyless Enter-N-Go 10 seconds. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine This feature allows the driver to oper- prior to the engine starting, press the button again. ate the ignition switch with the push To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE of a button, as long as the Remote START/STOP Button...
Page 340: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or 29°C)
338 STARTING AND OPERATING • Starting with the ignition switch in the OFF position: NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN (engine not running) position and the transmission is in • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to PARK, the system will automatically time out after change the ignition switch to the ACC position (EVIC 30 minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the...
Page 341: If Engine Fails To Start
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 If Engine Fails To Start Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE START/STOP Button) WARNING! If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather proce- • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into dures, it may be flooded.
Page 342: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
340 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits CAUTION! quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- grounded, three-wire extension cord.
Page 343: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System WARNING! This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than position (OFF position with Keyless Enter-N-Go).
Page 344: Four-Speed Or Six-Speed Automatic Transmission
342 STARTING AND OPERATING Four-Speed Or Six-Speed Automatic Transmission Gear Ranges The electronically controlled transmission provides a PARK precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are This range supplements the parking brake by locking the self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new transmission.
Page 345 STARTING AND OPERATING 343 REVERSE WARNING! This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle NEUTRAL movement and possible injury or damage.
Page 346 344 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE – Six-Speed Transmission vehicle under heavy loading conditions, (i.e., in hilly This range should be used for most city and highway terrain, traveling into strong head winds or while towing driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts, downshifts, heavy trailers).
Page 347: Autostick - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission AUTOSTICK — IF EQUIPPED can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the AutoStick is a driver-interactive feature providing following steps: manual shift control, giving you more control of the vehicle.
Page 348: General Information
346 STARTING AND OPERATING • Avoid using speed control when AutoStick is en- NOTE: In AutoStick mode, the transmission will only shift up or down when the driver moves the shift lever to gaged. the right (+) or left (-), except as noted below. AutoStick •...
Page 349: All Wheel Drive (Awd) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 347 ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) — IF EQUIPPED DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES This feature provides on-demand All-Wheel Drive Acceleration (AWD). The system is automatic with no driver inputs or Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- additional driving skills required.
Page 350: Traction
348 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction DRIVING THROUGH WATER When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Driving through water more than a few inches/ wedge of water to build up between the tire and road centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure surface.
Page 351: Shallow Standing Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! (Continued) Although your vehicle is capable of driving through • Driving through standing water may cause dam- shallow standing water, consider the following Caution age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- and Warning before doing so. ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination CAUTION!
Page 352: Power Steering
350 STARTING AND OPERATING POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph steering capability if power assist is lost.
Page 353: Power Steering Fluid Check
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 system. This noise should be considered normal, and it checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are does not in any way damage the steering system. apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- pated.
Page 354: Parking Brake
352 STARTING AND OPERATING If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for the correct fluid type.
Page 355 STARTING AND OPERATING 353 NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound the parking brake.
Page 356: Brake System
354 STARTING AND OPERATING In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e., CAUTION! repeated brake applications with the engine OFF) the brakes will still function. However, the effort required to If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required parking brake released, a brake system malfunction with the power system operating.
Page 357: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 355 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving a vehicle with the “Brake Warning Light” The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the performance or vehicle stability during braking traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
Page 358: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
356 STARTING AND OPERATING systems work together to enhance both vehicle stability ABS is activated during braking under certain road or and control in various driving conditions. stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in- clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) debris, or panic stops.
Page 359 STARTING AND OPERATING 357 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- • The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip- ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase ment that may be susceptible to interference braking or steering efficiency beyond that af- caused by improperly installed or high output forded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and...
Page 360: Brake Assist System (Bas)
358 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake Light If both the Brake System Warning Light and the ABS The Anti-Lock Brake Light monitors the ABS. Light remain on, the ABS and Electronic Brake Force The light will turn on when the ignition switch Distribution (EBD) systems are not functioning.
Page 361: Traction Control System (Tcs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is WARNING! spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning.
Page 362: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
360 STARTING AND OPERATING driving maneuvers. It cannot prevent wheel lift due to applying the brake of the appropriate wheel. Engine other factors, such as road conditions, leaving the road- power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain way, or striking objects or other vehicles.
Page 363 STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Full On This is the normal operating mode for ESC. Whenever the vehicle is started the system will be in this mode. This mode should be used for most driving situations. ESC should only be turned to “Partial Off” for specific reasons as noted.
Page 364: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
362 STARTING AND OPERATING mode is overcome, turn ESC back on by momentarily The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo- pressing the “ESC OFF” button. This may be done while cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as the vehicle is in motion.
Page 365: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 363 • The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds WARNING! when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop • TSC cannot stop all trailers from swaying. Always when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESC activation.
Page 366: Tire Safety Information
364 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 367 STARTING AND OPERATING 365 • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded tion.
Page 368 366 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 369: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 370: Tire Terminology And Definitions
368 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof. Cold Tire Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 371: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location...
Page 372 370 STARTING AND OPERATING axles must not be exceeded. For further information on This placard tells you important information about GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the: “Vehicle Loading” in this section. 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of...
Page 373 STARTING AND OPERATING 371 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available 4.
Page 374 372 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 375: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 373 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 376: Tire Inflation Pressures
374 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to door.
Page 377 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the winter.
Page 378: Radial-Ply Tires
376 STARTING AND OPERATING loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- Radial-Ply Tires tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire WARNING! dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle WARNING! poorly.
Page 379: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 377 vehicle. If your vehicle has this option refer to an Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. pattern. You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on If your vehicle is not equipped with an original equip- the Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the...
Page 380: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
378 STARTING AND OPERATING your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the WARNING! original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Compact spares are for temporary emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive more than Limited-Use Spare –...
Page 381: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 379 Tire Spinning WARNING! When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or icy conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle stopping.
Page 382: Tread Wear Indicators
380 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth to help you in determining when your tires should be becomes 1/16 in (2 mm).
Page 383: Replacement Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 381 Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously with oil, grease, and gasoline.
Page 384: Tire Chains
382 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 385 STARTING AND OPERATING 383 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Install chains on the front wheels as tightly as To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the possible and then retighten after driving about following precautions: 0.5 mile (0.8 km). •...
Page 386: Snow Tires
384 STARTING AND OPERATING SNOW TIRES poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be during the winter. All season tires can be identified by the checked before using these tire types.
Page 387: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 385 The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the does not apply to some directional tires that must not be driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- reversed.
Page 388 386 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if For example, your vehicle may have a recommended the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure limit for any reason, including low temperature effects of 33 psi (227 kPa).
Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care • The TPMS has been optimized for the original and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size •...
Page 390: Base System
388 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will the tire. illuminate in the instrument cluster, a “LOW TIRE”...
Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389 will also sound a chime. If the ignition switch is cycled, NOTE: this sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure exists. The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will monitoring sensor.
Page 392: Premium System - If Equipped
390 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and The TPMS consists of the following components: reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, • Receiver module the TPMS will update automatically and the “Tire Pres- •...
Page 393 STARTING AND OPERATING 391 Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires with low pressure (those flashing in the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure value. Once the system receives the updated tire pressures, the system will automatically update, the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flash- ing, and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 394 392 STARTING AND OPERATING Service TPMS Warning When a system fault is detected, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. The system fault will also sound a chime. In addition, the EVIC will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for a mini- mum of five seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value to indicate which sensor is not...
Page 395 STARTING AND OPERATING 393 If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, The EVIC will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault message for a minimum of five seconds when a system no longer exists, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale fault related to an incorrect sensor location fault is Light”...
Page 396: General Information
394 STARTING AND OPERATING chime will sound. In addition, the graphic in the EVIC 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and will still display a flashing pressure value. reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, the TPMS will update automatically.
Page 397: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 395 The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- following licenses: ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before considering service for the vehicle. United States ....MRXC4W4MA4 Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and Canada .
Page 398: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
396 STARTING AND OPERATING The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- Problems that result from using gasoline containing line. Properly blended reformulated gasoline 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 399: Mmt In Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 397 To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline E-85 perform the following: without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, •...
Page 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 concentra- performance: tions of methanol.
Page 401: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 399 Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper WARNING! maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mal conditions repaired promptly.
Page 402 400 STARTING AND OPERATING the other sections of this manual for information on CAUTION! features that are common between Flexible Fuel and gasoline-only powered vehicles. Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can operate on E-85. E-85 Fuel Cap E-85 Badge...
Page 403: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
STARTING AND OPERATING 401 Ethanol Fuel (E-85) When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and • you do not switch when the fuel gauge indicates less 15% unleaded gasoline. than 1/4 full •...
Page 404: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
402 STARTING AND OPERATING • 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 405: Replacement Parts
STARTING AND OPERATING 403 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 located behind the fuel filler door on the that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- left side of the vehicle.
Page 406 404 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap WARNING! tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler door rein- • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near forcement. the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the CAUTION! tank is being filled.
Page 407: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 405 on if the gas cap is not secured properly. Make sure VEHICLE LOADING that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on refueled. the “Vehicle Certification Label.” This information should be used for passenger and luggage loading as •...
Page 408: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)
406 STARTING AND OPERATING • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear WARNING! • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is • Type of Vehicle important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can •...
Page 409: Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 407 Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle TRAILER TOWING separately. It is important that you distribute the load In this section, you will find safety tips and information evenly over the front and rear axles. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
Page 410 408 STARTING AND OPERATING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear further information. axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly.
Page 411 STARTING AND OPERATING 409 Frontal Area of hitches are the most popular on the market today and The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the they are commonly used to tow small- and medium- maximum width of the front of a trailer. sized trailers.
Page 412 410 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • An improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch system may reduce handling, stability, braking performance, and could result in a collision. • Weight distributing systems may not be compat- ible with surge brake couplers. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable rec- reational vehicle...
Page 413 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct) Improper Adjustment of Weight-Distributing Hitch (Incorrect)
Page 414: Trailer Hitch Classification
412 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional Standards Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your authorized dealer for Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) package content.
Page 415: (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 413 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. GCWR (Gross Com- Max. GTW Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. Tongue Wt. bined Wt. Rating) (Gross Trailer Wt.) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 6,000 lbs (2 722 kg) 22 sq ft (2.0 sq m)
Page 416 414 STARTING AND OPERATING GCWR (Gross Com- Max. GTW Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. Tongue Wt. bined Wt. Rating) (Gross Trailer Wt.) 3,500 lbs (1 588 kg) 8,300 lbs (3 765 kg) 40 sq ft (3.7 sq m) which includes 1 to 2 350 lbs (159 kg) persons &...
Page 417: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 415 Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
Page 418: Towing Requirements
416 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the Towing Requirements trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- factory-installed options or authorized dealer-installed train components the following guidelines are recom- options must be considered as part of the total load on mended: your vehicle.
Page 419 STARTING AND OPERATING 417 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Page 420 418 STARTING AND OPERATING − Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage WARNING! (Continued) before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General 3. GAWR Information” in “Starting and Operating” for the 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized. proper inspection procedure.
Page 421 STARTING AND OPERATING 419 − An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is WARNING! required when towing a trailer with electronically • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic hydraulic brake lines.
Page 422 420 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven- pin wiring harness.
Page 423: Trailer Towing Weights ▫ Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 421 Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing up the trailer in an area located away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How- ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, use the Autostick feature to select a lower gear.
Page 424 422 STARTING AND OPERATING the interval specified for “police, taxi, fleet, or frequent AutoStick – If Equipped trailer towing.” Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for − By using the AutoStick modes and selecting a specific the proper maintenance intervals. gear range, frequent shifting can be avoided. The NOTE: Check the automatic transmission fluid level highest gear range should be selected that allows for before towing.
Page 425: (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 423 Cooling System RECREATIONAL TOWING To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) heating, take the following actions: Recreational towing is not allowed. DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result. −...
Page 427 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Spare Tire Stowage ....433 Hazard Warning Flashers ....427 ▫...
Page 428 426 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ▫ Without The Ignition Key ....449 Towing A Disabled Vehicle ....446 ▫...
Page 429: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 427 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel switch bank, above the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 430: 2.4L Engine - If Equipped
428 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2.4L Engine — If Equipped CAUTION! On hot days the engine oil temperature may become too hot during sustained high-speed driving or if towing a Driving with a hot cooling system could damage trailer up long grades. If this happens, a HOTOIL mes- your vehicle.
Page 431: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 429 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) • Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is WARNING! on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the take it to a service center where it can be raised on vehicle close to moving traffic.
Page 432: Jack Location
430 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location Spare Tire Location The jack and jack-handle are stowed underneath a cover The spare tire is stowed underneath the rear of the in the rear storage bin in the cargo area. vehicle and is held in place by means of a cable winch mechanism.
Page 433: Spare Tire Removal
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 431 4. Place the shift lever in PARK. 1. Remove the jack-handle components 1, 2 and 3 from storage and assemble them. 5. Turn OFF the ignition. 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jack- ing position.
Page 434 432 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES nut socket at the end of component 1 faces upward when 4. Tilt the retainer at the end of the winch cable and seated on component 2. This will make it easier to rotate remove it from the center of the wheel.
Page 435: Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 433 Spare Tire Stowage Jacking Instructions 1. Place the spare tire near to the winch cable. Hold the WARNING! spare upright so that the tire’s tread is on the ground and the valve stem is at the top of the wheel facing away from Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to the rear of the vehicle.
Page 436 434 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on jack. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
Page 437 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 435 Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise with the jack handle. Raise the vehicle until the tire just clears the road surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire.
Page 438 436 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: For vehicles so equipped, the wheel cover is WARNING! held on the wheel by the wheel nuts. When reinstalling the original wheel, properly align the wheel cover to the Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make valve stem, place the wheel cover onto the wheel, and the vehicle less stable.
Page 439 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 437 WARNING! WARNING! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- has been lowered.
Page 440: Jump-Starting
438 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 14. Check the tire pressure as soon as possible. Adjust the JUMP-STARTING tire pressure as required. If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump- started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in Wheel Nuts another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster Tighten all wheel nuts occasionally to eliminate the...
Page 441: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 439 WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Preparations For Jump-Start The battery in your vehicle is located between the left front headlight assembly and the left front wheel splash shield.
Page 442 440 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 443: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 441 Jump-Starting Procedure 3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the booster battery. WARNING! 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with Failure to follow this procedure could result in per- the discharged battery.
Page 444: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
442 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle, the reverse sequence: you should have the battery and charging system in- spected at your authorized dealer. 6.
Page 445 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 443 to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the CAUTION! wheels is most effective. • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- CAUTION! tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to damage may result.
Page 446: Shift Lever Override
444 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi- cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near...
Page 447: With Keyless Enter-N-Go - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 445 5. Insert a screwdriver or similar small tool into the hole With Keyless Enter-N-Go — If Equipped at the front of the center console and push the manual If the engine is running, press the START/STOP button to override release lever.
Page 448 446 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Towing Condition Wheel OFF the Ground FWD MODELS AWD MODELS IF transmission is operable: • Transmission in NEUTRAL Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED • 25 mph (40 km/h) max speed Rear NOT ALLOWED Wheel Lift Or Dolly...
Page 449: All-Wheel Drive (Awd)
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 447 If the vehicle’s battery is discharged, see “Shift Lever All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Override” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for instruc- The manufacturer requires towing with all four wheels tions on shifting the automatic transmission out of the OFF the ground.
Page 450: Front-Wheel Drive (Fwd)
448 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with be towed faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. 15 miles (24 km), it must be towed with the front wheels OFF the ground (using a flatbed truck, towing If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis-...
Page 451: Without The Ignition Key
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 449 Without The Ignition Key All-Wheel Drive (AWD) The manufacturer requires towing your vehicle with all Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK/OFF position.
Page 453 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... 462 Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... . . 453 ▫...
Page 454 452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Cooling System ..... 474 Vehicle Storage ..... . . 497 ▫...
Page 455: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 —...
Page 456: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 8 —...
Page 457: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 455 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.
Page 458: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
456 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test, may also turn on the MIL. which you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE do the following: PROGRAMS...
Page 459: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457 the ignition or start the engine. This means that your before going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail vehicle’s OBD II system is not ready and you should your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine not proceed to the I/M station.
Page 460: Maintenance Procedures
458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed systems may void your warranty and could result in civil maintenance schedule, there are other components which penalties being assessed against you. may require servicing or replacement in the future.
Page 461: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 459 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 give you an incorrect reading.
Page 462 460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Selection CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 463 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 461 Engine Oil Viscosity – 3.6L Engine CAUTION! SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the starting and vehicle fuel economy. chemicals can damage your engine.
Page 464: Engine Oil Filter
462 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Materials Added To Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Selection Do not add any supplemental materials, other than leak This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type dispos- detection dyes, to your engine oil. Engine oil is an able oil filter.
Page 465: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 463 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can tenance required. provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire.
Page 466 464 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 467: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 465 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.
Page 468: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped
466 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling A/C Air Filter – If Equipped R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental maintenance intervals. Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- WARNING! ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealers or other...
Page 469 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467 Glove Box Removal A/C Air Filter Replacement 3. Pivot the glove box downward. 5. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of the housing. 4. Disengage the two retaining tabs that secure the filter cover to the HVAC housing and remove the cover.
Page 470: Body Lubrication
468 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be CAUTION! removed. Particular attention should also be given to hood latching components to ensure proper function. The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to When performing other underhood services, the hood indicate airflow direction through the filter.
Page 471 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469 Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use 1. Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm upward, this washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt will allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off of the from a dry windshield or rear window.
Page 472 470 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The rear wiper arm cannot be raised fully upward unless the pivot cap is raised first. 2. Lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the liftgate glass. 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder.
Page 473: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471 5. Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap into The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gal (4 l) of washer place. fluid when the message “LoWASH” appears in the instrument cluster. Adding Washer Fluid The windshield washer and the rear window washer WARNING! share the same fluid reservoir.
Page 474 472 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- WARNING! (Continued) haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams over materials that can burn.
Page 475 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 473 NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control CAUTION! (Continued) systems can result in civil penalties being assessed • Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your against you. vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning In the event of engine malfunction, particularly engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe...
Page 476: Cooling System
474 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires Coolant Checks disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Page 477 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 475 If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a CAUTION! considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals.
Page 478 476 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine and distilled water. Use higher concentrations (not to coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance exceed 70%) if temperatures below 34°F ( 37°C) are intervals.
Page 479 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 477 Cooling System Pressure Cap WARNING! (Continued) The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant specified for your vehicle.
Page 480 478 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Coolant Level Points To Remember 2.4L Engine – the coolant bottle provides a quick visual NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles method for determining that the coolant level is ad- (kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming equate.
Page 481: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 479 • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are Brake System required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle In order to assure brake system performance, all brake does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling system components should be inspected periodically.
Page 482 480 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re- Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main- if the “Brake Warning Light” indicates system failure. taining Your Vehicle”...
Page 483: Automatic Transmission
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 481 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 484 482 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection Of Lubricant CAUTION! It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as mance. Use only manufacturer’s recommended transmis- the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- sion fluid.
Page 485 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 483 5. Wipe the area around the dipstick clean to eliminate If the fluid level is low, add sufficient fluid through the the possibility of dirt entering the transmission. filler (dipstick) tube to bring it to the proper level. Do not overfill.
Page 486: Rear Drive Assembly (Rda) - Awd Models Only
484 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) – AWD Models Only CAUTION! (Continued) Lubricant Selection • Dirt and water in the transmission can cause Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer serious damage. To prevent dirt and water from to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts”...
Page 487: Power Transfer Unit (Ptu) - Awd Models Only
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 485 Power Transfer Unit (PTU) – AWD Models Only Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Lubricant Selection Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts”...
Page 488 486 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR The most common causes are: Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect • Road salt, dirt, and moisture accumulation. your paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint. •...
Page 489 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 487 • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, Special Care de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive packaged and sealed. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 490 488 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’ protective protectants on Stain Repel products. finish. Interior Care Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure –...
Page 491 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 489 Cleaning Leather Upholstery WARNING! MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom- mended for leather upholstery. Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Page 492: Cleaning The Cupholders
490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Glass Surfaces 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive with MOPAR Glass Cleaner or any commercial cleaners.
Page 493: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 491 FUSES Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Interior Fuses 20 Amp Spare The interior fuse panel is located on the passenger side F106 Yellow under the instrument panel. 10 Amp Rear Camera – If Cartridge Mini- F107 Cavity Description...
Page 494 492 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Rear Defroster (EBL) 10 Amp Mirrors F116 F124 Pink 10 Amp Heated Mirrors 10 Amp Steering Column F117 F125 Control Module 10 Amp Occupant Restraint 10 Amp Audio Amplifier...
Page 495: Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493 Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Passenger 10 Amp Assistance/Hands F131 Free System – If Equipped 10 Amp Tire Pressure Module F132 10 Amp Spare F133 Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) The power distribution center is located in the engine Cartridge Mini- compartment.
Page 496 494 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 60 Amp Interior Power Distri- 40 Amp Exterior Lights 1 F103 F143 Yellow bution Center Rail Green Interior Power Distri- 40 Amp Exterior Lights 2 60 Amp F144 F105...
Page 497 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 495 Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Headlamp Washer 20 Amp Horn F151 F161 Pink Motor – If Equipped Yellow 25 Amp Diesel Fuel Heater – Cabin Heater #1/ F152 50 Amp Natural...
Page 498 496 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Emissions – Partial All Wheel Drive 40 Amp 20 Amp F169 Zero Emissions F177 Module – If Green Yellow Vehicle Motor Equipped Emissions – Partial 25 Amp Sunroof –...
Page 499: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 497 VEHICLE STORAGE LIGHT BULBS – Interior Bulb Number If you will not be using your vehicle for more than Courtesy/Reading Lamps (Incandescent) ..578 21 days you may want to take steps to preserve your Courtesy/Reading Lamps (Optional LED) .
Page 500: Bulb Replacement
498 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT LIGHTS BULBS – Exterior Bulb No. Low Beam Headlamp..... 9006 Front Low/High Beam Headlamp, Turn High Beam Headlamp .
Page 501: Front Fog Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 499 CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. 4. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the headlamp housing and rotate it ⁄...
Page 502: Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamp
500 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove the electrical connector from the fog lamp CAUTION! housing. Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.
Page 503 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501 Changing The Rear Turn Signal Lamp taillamp housing with one hand and grasp the flange on the inboard side of the taillamp housing with the other 1. Open the liftgate. hand. Use the trim stick and hand pressure together to 2.
Page 504 502 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove the two fasteners retaining the taillamp hous- ing to the liftgate from the inboard face of the liftgate. 4. Rotate the applicable bulb’s electrical connector ⁄ turn counterclockwise and remove it from the housing. 3.
Page 505: License Plate Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 503 7. Reinstall the taillamp housing and fasteners. 2. Insert a small flat-blade tool between the end of the lens with the locking tab and the surrounding housing License Plate Lamp and then pivot the tool to separate the lens from the 1.
Page 506: Fluid Capacities
504 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models 20.5 Gallons 77.6 Liters All-Wheel Drive Models 21 Gallons 79.8 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts 4.26 Liters 3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters...
Page 507: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 505 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy- Engine Coolant brid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Engine Oil –...
Page 508: Chassis
506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed Automatic Transmission ATF+4 product. Power Transfer Unit (PTU) MOPAR Gear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent. Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) MOPAR Gear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent. MOPAR DOT 3, SAE J1703 or equivalent should be used.
Page 509 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule ....508 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..510...
Page 510 508 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles “Change Oil” will flash The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime manual must be done at the times or mileages specified will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary. to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best Based on engine operation conditions the oil change vehicle performance and reliability.
Page 511 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 509 • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals At Each Stop For Fuel exceed 8,000 miles (13 000 km) or six months, which- • Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a ever comes first. fully warmed engine is shut off.
Page 512 510 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once A Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals CAUTION! as required.
Page 513 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 511 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 514: Service Schedule
512 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 515 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 513 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 516 514 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 517 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 515 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 518 516 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 519 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 517 104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or 112,000 Miles (182,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 520 518 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 521 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 519 136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (234,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 522 520 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 152,000 miles (247 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
Page 523 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 521 † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
Page 525: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle......525 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 526 524 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 531 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......531 ▫...
Page 527: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 525 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...
Page 528: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
526 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (800) 423–6343 •...
Page 529: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 527 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.
Page 530: Warranty Information
528 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment WARRANTY INFORMATION when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
Page 531: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 529 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
Page 532 530 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Service Manuals • Owner’s Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the information that students and professional technicians assistance of service and engineering specialists to need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group hicles.
Page 533: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 531 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Page 534: Temperature Grades
532 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 535 INDEX...
Page 536 534 INDEX About Your Brakes ....352,354 Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ... 66,68,71 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 537 INDEX 535 Automatic Oil Change Indicator ... . . 275 Battery ....... 463 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) .
Page 538 536 INDEX Brightness, Interior Lights ....196 Cargo Load Floor ......245 Bulb Replacement .
Page 539 INDEX 537 Cleaning Coolant Capacity ..... 504 Wheels ......487 Coolant Level .
Page 540 538 INDEX Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ....198 Driving to Achieve Maximum Fuel Economy ..276 Diagnostic System, Onboard ....455 DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™) .
Page 541 INDEX 539 Emergency, In Case of Flooded, Starting ..... 339 Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ... . . 442 Fuel Requirements .
Page 542 540 INDEX Event Data Recorder ..... . 75 Flashers Exhaust Gas Caution ....43,91,399 Hazard Warning .
Page 543 INDEX 541 Power Steering ....351,506 Light ......272 Fluid, Brake .
Page 544 542 INDEX Gasoline (Fuel) Hazard Conserving ......276 Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Gasoline, Clean Air ..... . 395 Standing Water .
Page 545 INDEX 543 Heater, Engine Block ..... 340 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ... . . 490 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch .
Page 546 544 INDEX Keyless Go ......12 Lights ......94,191,498 Keys .
Page 547 INDEX 545 Headlights ..... . 191,498 Rear Servicing ....498,500 Headlights On Reminder .
Page 548 546 INDEX Locks ....... . . 28 Manual Transaxle Auto Unlock ......31 Fluid Level Check .
Page 549 INDEX 547 Mode Oil, Engine ......459,505 Fuel Saver ......276 Capacity .
Page 550 548 INDEX Overhead Console ..... . . 217 Seats ......166 Overheating, Engine .
Page 551 INDEX 549 Rear Air Conditioning ....322 Reminder, Lights On ..... 193 Rear Axle (Differential) .
Page 552 550 INDEX Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ....253 Operating Instructions ....48 Rotation, Tires .
Page 553 INDEX 551 Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....15 Spare Tire ..... . . 377,378,430 Sentry Key Programming .
Page 554 552 INDEX Wheel, Tilt ......202 Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..321 Steering Wheel Audio Controls .
Page 555 INDEX 553 High Speed ......375 Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ....415 Inflation Pressures .
Page 556 554 INDEX Trailer Weight ......413 Trip Odometer ......261 Transaxle Turn Signals .
Page 557 INDEX 555 Video Entertainment System™ Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ....487 (Rear Seat Video System) ....308 Wheel Nut Torque .
Page 558 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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