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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents ..............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 6: Introduction
INTRODUCTION • INTRODUCTION .......4 • IMPORTANT NOTICE ......4 •...
Page 7: Introduction
INTRODUCTION To keep your vehicle running at its best, have various customer-oriented documents. You are your vehicle serviced at recommended intervals urged to read these publications carefully. Fol- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler by an authorized dealer who has the qualified lowing the instructions and recommendations in Group LLC vehicle.
Page 8: How To Use This Manual
In view of the many replacement parts and Your warranties do not cover any part that the HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL accessories from various manufacturers avail- manufacturer did not supply. Nor do they cover Consult the Table of Contents to determine able on the market, the manufacturer cannot be the cost of any repairs or adjustments that might which section contains the information you de-...
Page 10: Warnings And Cautions
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could re- sult in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information.
Page 12: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ..... .11 • Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) ..... .11 •...
Page 13 • Programming Additional Transmitters ....17 • Transmitter Battery Replacement .....17 •...
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS NOTE: Key Fob In case the ignition does not change with the The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. push of a button, the RKE transmitter (Key Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, This system consists of a Key Fob with Remote Fob) may have a low or dead battery.
Page 15: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
NOTE: WARNING! You can insert the double-sided emergency • When leaving the vehicle, always remove key into the lock cylinders with either side the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or Ignition Or Accessory On Message with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 16: Sentry Key
After placing the ignition to the ON/RUN posi- All of the Key Fobs provided with your new CAUTION! tion, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. three seconds for a bulb check.
Page 17: Customer Key Programming
Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — To Arm The System an authorized dealer. This procedure consists of Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security IF EQUIPPED programming a blank Key Fob to the vehicle Alarm: The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle electronics.
Page 18: To Disarm The System
To Disarm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to pro- ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF tect your vehicle. However, you can create The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed EQUIPPED conditions where the system will give you a using any of the following methods: The courtesy lights will turn on when you use false alarm.
Page 19: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY To Unlock The Doors Headlight Illumination On Approach This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 Push and release the UNLOCK button on the (RKE) seconds when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock RKE transmitter.
Page 20: To Unlatch The Trunk
To Unlatch The Trunk 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the Push the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter mechanical latch on the back of the RKE two times within five seconds to unlatch the transmitter sideways with your thumb and trunk.
Page 21: General Information
4. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap DOOR LOCKS WARNING! the two halves together, reposition and se- • For personal security and safety in the Manual Door Locks cure the screw as shown in step #2 for event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors removal.
Page 22: Power Door Locks
and the ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN WARNING! (Continued) position, a chime will sound as a reminder to • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the remove the Key Fob. vehicle, or in a location accessible to chil- Automatic Door Locks —...
Page 23: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit WARNING! Programming Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a To change the current setting, refer to collision. Remember that the rear doors can “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged.
Page 24 • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it all four doors automatically. The interior door has been raining on the Passive Entry panel lock knob will raise when the door is door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be unlocked.
Page 25 • There is a valid Passive Entry RKE trans- 2. A lock request is made by the Passive Entry NOTE: mitter outside the vehicle and within 5 ft door handle while a door is ajar. If you inadvertently leave your vehicle’s (1.5 m) of either Passive Entry door Passive Entry RKE transmitter in the trunk 3.
Page 26: Windows
Do NOT grab the door handle when pushing the The vehicle doors can also be locked by using senger door windows. The window controls will door handle button. This could unlock the the RKE transmitter lock button or the lock operate only when the ignition is in the ACC or door(s).
Page 27 To stop the window from going all the way up Reset Auto-Up WARNING! (Continued) during the AUTO operation, push down on the Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the ating the power window switches. Such en- switch briefly. window may need to be reset. To reset Auto Up: trapment may result in serious injury or To close the window part way, lift the window 1.
Page 28: Wind Buffeting
TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE With the ignition in the ON/RUN position, the Trunk Open symbol will display in the instru- The trunk lid can be released from inside the ment cluster indicating that the trunk is open. vehicle by pressing the TRUNK RELEASE but- The odometer display will reappear once the ton located on the instrument panel to the left of trunk is closed.
Page 29: Trunk Emergency Release
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT WARNING! (Continued) SYSTEMS they entered through the rear seat. If trapped Some of the most important safety features in in the trunk, children can die from suffocation your vehicle are the restraint systems: or heat stroke. • Seat Belt Systems •...
Page 30: Seat Belt Systems
4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System WARNING! (BeltAlert) belt behind them or under their arm. • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the 5. You should read the instructions provided front of an air bag.
Page 31 The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only WARNING! (Continued) not active when the outboard front passenger during very sudden stops or collisions. This • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, seat is unoccupied.
Page 32 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Two people should never be belted into a • A seat belt that is buckled into the wrong • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not single seat belt. People belted together buckle will not protect you properly.
Page 33 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low across your hips, below your abdomen. 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull back and adjust the front seat.
Page 34 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure NOTE: Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchor- lap/shoulder belt. age is equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the shoulder belt an- 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible chorage to be adjusted in the upward posi- to the anchor point.
Page 35 Seat Belt Pretensioner Energy Management Feature The front seat belt system is equipped with This vehicle has a seat belt system with an pretensioning devices that are designed to re- Energy Management feature in the front seating move slack from the seat belt in the event of a positions that may help further reduce the risk of collision.
Page 36: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
In Automatic Locking Mode, the shoulder belt is 3. Allow the seat belt to retract. As the seat belt WARNING! (Continued) automatically pre locked. The seat belt will still retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This • Do not use the Automatic Locking Mode to retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt.
Page 37 • Supplemental Knee Air Bags WARNING! • Front and Side Impact Sensors • Being too close to the steering wheel or • Seat Belt Pretenioners instrument panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious • Seat Belt Buckle Switch injury, including death.
Page 38 Advanced Front Air Bag Features Advanced Front Air Bag Operation WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multi- Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to pro- • No objects should be placed over or near stage driver and front passenger air bags. This vide additional protection by supplementing the the air bag on the instrument panel or system provides output appropriate to the se-...
Page 39 When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag Advanced Front Air Bags, it signals the inflator This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental units. A large quantity of non-toxic gas is gen- Driver Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument erated to inflate the Advanced Front Air Bags.
Page 40 Children are at an even greater risk of injury and seated properly, or if items are positioned in from a deploying air bag. the area where the SABICs inflate. Children are at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag.
Page 41 including children, who are up against or very WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) close to Side Air Bags can be seriously injured • Your vehicle is equipped with SABICs. In • Being too close to the Side Air Bags during or killed. Occupants, including children, should order for the SABICs to work as intended, deployment could cause you to be se- never lean on or sleep against the door, side...
Page 42 Side Air Bags deploy independently; a left side faster-developing event may deploy the seat you haven’t healed significantly within a few impact deploys the left Side Air Bags only and a belt pretensioners as well as the SABs and days, or if you have any blistering, see your right side impact deploys the right Side Air Bags SABICs on both sides of the vehicle.
Page 43 • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as The ORC contains a backup power supply WARNING! (Continued) long as the battery has power or until the system that may deploy the air bags even if the and the seat belt retractor assemblies re- ignition is placed in the “OFF”...
Page 44 free, if any of the following occurs, have an the vehicle immediately. For additional informa- WARNING! authorized dealer service the air bag system tion regarding the Redundant Air Bag Warning Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your immediately. Light refer to the “Instrument Panel” section of instrument panel could mean you won’t have this manual.
Page 45: Child Restraints
related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems To read data recorded by an EDR, special WARNING! (Continued) for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds equipment is required, and access to the ve- • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air or less.
Page 46 almost large enough for an adult seat belt. Before buying any restraint system, make sure WARNING! (Continued) Always check the child seat Owner’s Manual to that it has a label certifying that it meets all The child and others could be badly injured. make sure you have the correct seat for your applicable Safety Standards.
Page 47 Infants And Child Restraints All children whose weight or height is above the WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride forward-facing limit for the child seat should use • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in rear-facing in the vehicle until they are two a belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle’s front of an air bag.
Page 48 Children Too Large For Booster Seats If the answer to any of these questions was WARNING! (Continued) Children who are large enough to wear the “no,” then the child still needs to use a booster • After a child restraint is installed in the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are seat in this vehicle.
Page 49 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Weight Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below of the Child + Child LATCH – Lower An- Seat Belt Only LATCH – Lower An- Seat Belt + Top Restraint chors Only chors + Top Tether Tether Anchor Anchor...
Page 50 Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor LATCH Positions For Installing Child (LATCH) Restraint System points for installing LATCH-equipped child Restraints In This Vehicle seats. There are two lower anchorages located at the back of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position.
Page 51 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight Use the LATCH anchorage system until the of the child restraint) for using the LATCH an- combined weight of the child and the child re- chorage system to attach the child restraint? straint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 52 Locating LATCH Anchorages Locating Tether Anchorages Forward-facing child restraints and some rear- facing child restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook The lower anchorages are round There are tether strap anchorages at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage bars that are found at the rear of behind each rear seating position...
Page 53 To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child 3. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the being used to secure child restraints. An unused Restraint belt could injure a child if they play with it and child restraint to the lower anchorages in the If the selected seating position has a Switchable accidentally lock the seat belt retractor.
Page 54 Installing Child Restraints Using The Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle Seat Belt Child Restraints in this Vehicle • Child restraint anchorages are designed to The seat belts in the passenger seating posi- withstand only those loads imposed by tions are equipped with a Switchable Automatic correctly-fitted child restraints.
Page 55 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when using the of the child restraint) for using the Tether An- seat belt to install a forward facing child re- chor with the seat belt to attach a forward fac- straint, up to the recommended weight limit of ing child restraint?
Page 56 6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If Installing Child Restraints Using The Top between the two posts. If not possible, lower Tether Anchorage it is locked, you should not be able to pull out the head restraint and pass the tether strap any webbing.
Page 57: Transporting Pets
5. Remove slack in the tether strap according Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet climate and conditions under which vehicle op- harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by erations will occur. For the recommended vis- to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc- seat belts.
Page 58: Safety Tips
SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly main- tained engine exhaust system. Transporting Passengers WARNING! NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of Exhaust gases can injure or kill.
Page 59 Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced leave the pedal area unobstructed and that are WARNING! (Continued) after a collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must firmly secured so that they cannot slip out of • Check mounting of mats on a regular be replaced after a collision if they have been position and interfere with the pedals or impair basis.
Page 60: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks, and bulges.
Page 62: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • MIRRORS ........65 •...
Page 63 • Heated Seats — If Equipped ......74 • Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped ....75 •...
Page 64 • Front Map/Reading Lights — If Equipped ....86 • Courtesy Lights......87 •...
Page 65 • Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ....98 • To Activate/Deactivate ......99 •...
Page 66 • PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED ..116 • ParkSense® Sensors ......116 •...
Page 67 • Rear Seat Cupholders ......128 • STORAGE ........129 •...
Page 68: Mirrors
MIRRORS NOTE: • The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature is Inside Day/Night Mirror — If disabled when the vehicle is in reverse Equipped gear to improve rear view viewing. A single ball joint mirror is provided in the • The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature vehicle.
Page 69: Outside Mirrors
Outside Mirrors Approach Light — If CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) Equipped To avoid damage to the mirror during clean- mirror could cause you to collide with an- Driver and passenger outside mirrors equipped ing, never spray any cleaning solution di- other vehicle or other object. Use your inside with approach lighting contain one LED, which rectly onto the mirror.
Page 70: Power Mirrors
NOTE: The power mirror controls consist of mirror Window Features” in “Understanding The Fea- select buttons and a four-way mirror control tures Of Your Vehicle” for further information. The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature is not switch. To adjust a mirror, press either the L turned on when delivered from the factory.
Page 71: Slide-On-Rod" And Extender Features Of Sun Visor
“Slide-On-Rod” And Extender BLIND SPOT MONITORING The BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in any forward gear or REVERSE and Features Of Sun Visor (BSM) — IF EQUIPPED enters stand-by mode when the vehicle is in To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature of the sun The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses PARK.
Page 72 NOTE: addition to sounding an audible (chime) alert Entering From The Rear and reducing the radio volume. Refer to “Modes • The BSM system does NOT alert the Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle Of Operation” for further information. on either side and enter the rear detection zone driver about rapidly approaching vehicles The BSM system monitors the detection zone...
Page 73 Overtaking Traffic The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on stationary objects such as guardrails, If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a rela- posts, walls, foliage, berms, etc. However, oc- tive speed of less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and casionally the system may alert on such ob- the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approxi- jects.
Page 74: Rear Cross Path
When RCP is on and the vehicle is in RE- WARNING! VERSE, the driver is alerted using both the The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an visual and audible alarms, including reducing aid to help detect objects in the blind spot the radio volume.
Page 75: Seats
Blind Spot Alert Lights Only NOTE: SEATS • Whenever an audible alert is requested by Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint When operating in Blind Spot Alert mode, the System of the vehicle. BSM system will provide a visual alert in the the BSM system, the radio volume is re- appropriate side view mirror based on a de- duced.
Page 76 NOTE: Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down WARNING! The height of the seats can be adjusted up or The passenger’s seat will move up or down, • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dan- down. Pull upward or push downward on the forward or rearward.
Page 77: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
Power Lumbar — If Equipped Heated Seats — If Equipped Front Heated Seats The front heated seats control buttons are lo- Vehicles equipped with power driver or passen- On some models, the front and rear seats may cated within the climate or controls screen of the ger seats may also be equipped with power be equipped with heaters in both the seat touchscreen.
Page 78: Front Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
• Push the heated seat button NOTE: a second Front Ventilated Seats — If time to select LO-level heating. Equipped • Once a heat setting is selected, heat will • Push the heated seat button Located in the seat cushion and seat back are a third time be felt within two to five minutes.
Page 79: Manual Seats - If Equipped
Manual Seats — If Equipped WARNING! Forward Or Rearward Adjustment Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving The adjusting bar is at the front of the seat, near is dangerous. The sudden movement of the the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat seat could cause you to lose control.
Page 80: Head Restraints
Head Restraints The RHRs will automatically return to their normal position following a rear impact. If the Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk RHRs do not return to their normal position see of injury by restricting head movement in the your authorized dealer immediately.
Page 81: Folding Rear Seat
press the adjustment button, located at the Folding Rear Seat WARNING! (Continued) base of the head restraint, and push downward The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to • ALL the head restraints MUST be rein- on the head restraint. provide an additional storage area.
Page 82: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) If your vehicle is equipped with two RKE • The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle transmitters, one RKE transmitter can be (with the rear seatbacks in the locked-up linked to memory position 1 and the other or folded down position) should not be transmitter can be linked to memory posi- used as a play area by children when the...
Page 83: Programming The Memory Feature
Programming The Memory Feature NOTE: To program your RKE transmitters, perform the following: • Memory profiles can be set without the NOTE: 1. Place the vehicles ignition to the OFF posi- vehicle in PARK, but the vehicle must be Saving a new memory profile will erase an in PARK to recall a memory profile.
Page 84: Memory Position Recall
NOTE: To recall the memory setting for driver 2, press The distance the driver seat moves depends on MEMORY button number 2 on the driver’s door where you have the driver seat positioned when Your RKE transmitters can be unlinked from or the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter you cycle the vehicles ignition to the OFF your memory settings by pressing the SET...
Page 85: To Open And Close The Hood
NOTE: The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled when the vehicle is delivered from the fac- tory. The Easy Entry/Exit feature is enabled (or later disabled) through the program- mable features in the Uconnect® system. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings/Customer Programmable Features” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 86: Lights
the ignition into the OFF position. To turn the WARNING! automatic system off, move the headlight switch Be sure the hood is fully latched before out of the AUTO position. driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully NOTE: latched, it could open when the vehicle is in The engine must be running before the motion and block your vision.
Page 87: Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control - If Equipped
Automatic High Beam Headlamp If the windshield or Automatic High Beam Head- Headlight Time Delay lamp Control mirror is replaced, the mirror must Control — If Equipped This feature provides the safety of headlight be re-aimed to ensure proper performance. See illumination for up to 90 seconds when leaving The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control your local authorized dealer.
Page 88: Daytime Running Lights (Drl) - If Equipped
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Multifunction Lever Equipped The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn signals, headlight beam selection and The Daytime Running Lights will turn On when passing lights. The multifunction lever is located the engine is started and remain On unless the on the left side of the steering column.
Page 89: Turn Signals
Turn Signals Lane Change Assist Front Map/Reading Lights — If Move the multifunction lever up or down and the Tap the lever up or down once, without moving Equipped arrows on each side of the instrument cluster beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or Lights are mounted in the overhead console.
Page 90: Courtesy Lights
To turn the lights off, press the switch a second Courtesy Lights Ambient Light — If Equipped time. The lights also turn on when a door is The courtesy lights can be turned on by press- The overhead console is equipped with an opened.
Page 91: Interior Lights
Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened. To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open.
Page 92: Windshield Wipers And Washers
Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Intermittent Wiper System CAUTION! Rotate the instrument panel dimmer control Use the intermittent wiper when weather condi- • Turn the windshield wipers off when driv- upward to the first detent. This feature brightens tions make a single wiping cycle with a variable ing through an automatic car wash.
Page 93: Windshield Washers
Windshield Washers Heated Windshield Washer Nozzles NOTE: To use the washer, push the multifunction lever This feature utilizes a heating element to thaw The mist feature does not activate the inward (toward the steering column) and hold it out any ice buildup that could occur at the washer pump;...
Page 94: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped
• Use of Rain-X® or products containing Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING wax or silicone may reduce Rain Sensing This feature senses moisture on the windshield COLUMN performance. and automatically activates the wipers for the This feature allows you to tilt the steering col- driver.
Page 95: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped
WARNING! WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driving with the steering column driving or driving with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Page 96: Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
• Press the heated steering wheel button ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF Press the switch rearward to move the pedals once to turn the heating element ON. rearward (toward the driver). EQUIPPED • Press the heated steering wheel button • The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition The adjustable pedals system is designed to second time to turn the heating element OFF.
Page 97: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
panel to return the adjustable pedals to ELECTRONIC SPEED NOTE: pre-programmed positions. Refer In order to ensure proper operation, the CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED “Driver Memory Seat” in “Understanding Electronic Speed Control System has been When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
Page 98: To Set A Desired Speed
• If the button is continually pressed, the set Electronic Speed Control without erasing the WARNING! set speed from memory. speed will continue to increase until the but- Leaving the Electronic Speed Control sys- ton is released, then the new set speed will Pressing the ON/OFF button or turning the ignition tem on when not in use is dangerous.
Page 99: To Accelerate For Passing
for more information. The speed decrement To Accelerate For Passing ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL shown is dependant on the chosen speed unit of Press the accelerator as you would normally. (ACC) — IF EQUIPPED U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h): When the pedal is released, the vehicle will Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driv- return to the set speed.
Page 100 The Cruise Control system has two control WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) modes: • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a conve- • Does not always fully recognize com- • Adaptive Cruise Control mode for maintain- nience system. It is not a substitute for active plex driving conditions, which can result ing an appropriate distance between ve- driving involvement.
Page 101: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation
NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifi- • When entering a turn lane or highway off cations to the vehicle will effect the perfor- ramp; when driving on roads that are wind- mance of the Adaptive Cruise Control and ing, icy, snow-covered, slippery, or have Forward Collision Warning System.
Page 102: To Activate/Deactivate
• When the automatic transmission is in To turn the system OFF, push and release the To Set A Desired ACC Speed Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ON/OFF button PARK, REVERSE or NEUTRAL. When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, again. At this time, the system will turn off and push the SET + button or the SET - button and •...
Page 103: To Cancel
• ACC cannot be resumed if there is a • ACC cannot be resumed if there is a To Cancel stationary vehicle in-front of your vehicle stationary vehicle in-front of your vehicle The following conditions cancel the system: in close proximity. in close proximity.
Page 104 increment shown is dependant on the chosen To Decrease Speed Metric Speed (km/h) speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h): • Pushing the SET - button once will result in a While ACC is set, the set speed can be de- U.S.
Page 105: Setting The Following Distance In Acc
vehicle will release the vehicle brakes two seconds after coming to a full stop. • The ACC system maintains set speed when driving up hill and down hill. How- ever, a slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. In addition, downshifting may occur while climbing uphill or de- scending downhill.
Page 106: Overtake Aid
To increase the distance setting, press the The maximum braking applied by ACC is lim- NOTE: Distance Setting — Increase button and re- ited; however, the driver can always apply the The “Brake!” Screen in the DID is a warning lease.
Page 107: Acc Operation At Stop
ACC Operation At Stop Adaptive Cruise Control Ready WARNING! If the ACC system brings your vehicle to a When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed When the ACC system is resumed, the driver standstill while following a target vehicle, if the setting has not been selected, the display will must ensure that there are no pedestrians, target vehicle starts moving within two seconds...
Page 108: Display Warnings And Maintenance
• If the sensor or front end of the vehicle is Display Warnings And Maintenance NOTE: damaged due to a collision, see your autho- If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front “Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of rized dealer for service. Radar Sensor”...
Page 109: Precautions While Driving With Acc
“Clean Front Windshield” Warning When the condition that created limited func- brake late or unexpectedly. The driver needs to The “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean tionality is no longer present, the system will stay alert and may need to intervene. Front Windshield” warning will display and also return to full functionality.
Page 110 Turns And Bends Using ACC On Hills Lane Changing When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is com- system may decrease the vehicle speed and vehicle in your lane.
Page 111: Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control Mode
Narrow Vehicles Stationary Objects And Vehicles Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer ACC does not react to stationary objects and Speed Control Mode edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not stationary vehicles. For example, ACC will not In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, a detected until they have moved fully into the react in situations where the vehicle you are...
Page 112 • If the button is continually pressed, the set To Vary The Speed Setting WARNING! To Increase Speed speed will continue to increase in 10 km/h In the normal Cruise Control mode, the sys- increments until the button is released. The When the Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic tem will not react to vehicles ahead.
Page 113: Forward Collision Warning (Fcw) With Mitigation - If Equipped
• The vehicle parking brake is applied. Metric Speed (km/h) FORWARD COLLISION • The braking temperature exceeds normal • Pressing the SET - button once will result in WARNING (FCW) WITH range (overheated). a 1 km/h decrease in set speed. Each sub- MITIGATION —...
Page 114 • The FCW alerts may be triggered on objects NOTE: Forward Collision Warning with Mitigation other than vehicles such as guard rails or FCW monitors the information from the for- event stops the vehicle completely, the sys- sign posts based on the course prediction. ward looking sensors as well as the Elec- tem will hold the vehicle at standstill for two This is expected and is a part of normal...
Page 115: Turning Fcw On Or Off
the driver is not braking adequately in the event you are much closer. This setting provides less WARNING! (Continued) of a potential frontal collision. reaction time than the “Far” setting, which al- braking and steering. Failure to follow this lows for a more dynamic driving experience. NOTE: warning could lead to serious injury or death.
Page 116: Service Fcw Warning
mal conditions, the active braking may not be When both lane markings are detected and the NOTE: fully available. Once the condition that limited driver unintentionally drifts out of the lane (no When operating conditions have been met, the system performance is no longer present, turn signal applied), the LaneSense system the LaneSense system will monitor if the the system will return to its full performance...
Page 117: Lanesense Warning Message
To turn the LaneSense system ON, press the flashes yellow (on/off), the left thin line re- LaneSense button to turn the system ON (LED mains solid yellow and the LaneSense indi- turns off). A “Lane Sense On” message is cator changes from solid white to flashing shown in the DID.
Page 118 Left Lane Departure — Both Lanes Detected indicator changes from solid green to solid tor changes from solid yellow to flashing yellow. At this time torque is applied to the yellow. At this time torque is applied to the • When the LaneSense system is ON, the lane steering wheel in the opposite direction of the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the lines turn from gray to white to indicate that...
Page 119: Changing Lanesense Status
• The system will not apply torque to the Changing LaneSense Status speed is decreased to speeds less than ap- steering wheel whenever a safety system proximately 6 mph (9 km/h). The LaneSense system settings can be config- engages. (anti-lock brakes, traction con- ured through the Uconnect®...
Page 120: Parksense® Display
ParkSense® Display When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display will turn ON indicating the system sta- tus. The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing a single arc in one or more regions based on the obstacle’s distance and location relative to the vehicle.
Page 121 The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the shows the warning alert operation when the warning display shows one flashing arc and system is detecting an obstacle: sounds a continuous tone. The following chart WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79-59 in 59-47 in 47-39 in...
Page 122: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® will display the “PARKSENSE OFF” message When the shift lever is moved to REVERSE and for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE. the system has detected a faulted condition, the ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled with Driver Information Display (DID) will display the the ParkSense®...
Page 123: Parksense® System Usage Precautions
• ParkSense® will reduce the volume of the ParkSense® System Usage CAUTION! radio when it is sounding an audio tone. Precautions • ParkSense® is only a parking aid and it is • Clean the ParkSense® sensors regularly, NOTE: unable to recognize every obstacle, includ- taking care not to scratch or damage •...
Page 124: Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera — If Equipped
vehicle above the rear license plate. The image shifted into "PARK" or the vehicle’s ignition is WARNING! (Continued) will be displayed in the touchscreen display cycled to the OFF position. ans, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, or along with a caution note to “check entire sur- When the Vehicle is shifted out of Reverse (with blind spots before backing up.
Page 125 OVERHEAD CONSOLE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) The overhead console contains courtesy/ • To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must Drivers must be careful when backing up reading lights and storage for sunglasses. even when using the ParkView® Rear Back be driven slowly when using ParkView® to Power sunroof switches may also be included, if Up Camera.
Page 126 Front Map/Reading Lights — If To turn the lights off, press the switch a second Courtesy Lights time. The lights also turn on when a door is Equipped The courtesy lights can be turned on by press- opened. The lights will also turn on when the ing the top corner of the lens.
Page 127 Sunglasses Bin Door POWER SUNROOF — IF WARNING! At the front of the console a compartment is EQUIPPED • Never leave children unattended in a ve- provided for the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The power sunroof switch is located between hicle, or with access to an unlocked ve- The storage compartment access is a “push/ the sun visors on the overhead console.
Page 128: Closing Sunroof — Express
Closing Sunroof — Express NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) Press the switch forward and release it within If three consecutive sunroof close attempts • Do not allow small children to operate the one-half second and the sunroof will close result in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth sunroof.
Page 129: Electrical Power Outlets
buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof ELECTRICAL POWER The front power outlet is located inside the (if equipped) in certain open or partially open storage area on the center stack of the instru- OUTLETS positions. This is a normal occurrence and can ment panel.
Page 130 In addition to the front power outlet, there is also WARNING! a power outlet located in the storage area of the To avoid serious injury or death: center console. • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
Page 131: Rear Seat Cupholders
Rear Seat Cupholders CAUTION! (Continued) The rear seat cupholders are located in the • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., center armrest between the rear seats. The coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will cupholders are positioned forward in the arm- degrade the battery even more quickly.
Page 132: Storage
Lighted Cupholders — If Equipped STORAGE On some vehicles the rear cupholders are equipped with a light ring that illuminates the Glove Compartment cupholders for the rear passengers. The light The glove compartment is located on the pas- ring is controlled by the Dimmer Control. Refer senger side of the instrument panel.
Page 133: Door Storage
Cargo Area — Vehicles Equipped WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) With 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat • The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle Do not operate this vehicle with a console The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo- compartment lid in the open position. Driving (with the rear seatbacks in the locked-up carrying versatility.
Page 134: Rear Window Features
REAR WINDOW FEATURES WARNING! CAUTION! The weight and position of cargo and pas- Failure to follow these cautions can cause Rear Window Defroster sengers can change the vehicle center of damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the gravity and vehicle handling.
Page 135: Load Leveling System - If Equipped
LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The automatic load leveling system will provide a level-riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading conditions. A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takes approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) of driving for the leveling to complete depending on road surface conditions.
Page 136: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ....135 • INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE ....136 •...
Page 137 • STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED ..183 • Radio Operation .......184 •...
Page 138: Instrument Panel Features
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6— Glove Box 2 — Instrument Cluster 7— Power Outlet 3 — Radio Controls — If Equipped 8— Ignition Start/Stop Button 4 — Uconnect® System 9 — Trunk Release Button 5 — Climate Control Hard Controls 10 —...
Page 139: Instrument Cluster - Base
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE Instrument Cluster For 3.6L and 5.7L...
Page 140: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is low, If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is or that there is a problem with the anti-lock necessary. DESCRIPTIONS brake system reservoir. 1. Tachometer WARNING! If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid level is at Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is The red segments indicate the maximum per-...
Page 141 The light also will turn on when the parking NOTE: vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, brake is applied with the ignition in the ON/RUN you should determine the proper tire inflation The DID features an interactive display. For position.
Page 142 malfunction indicator is combined with the low 10. Speedometer CAUTION! (Continued) tire pressure telltale. When the system detects Indicates vehicle speed. desirable system operation or sensor dam- a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approxi- age may result when using replacement mately one minute and then remain continu- NOTE: ously illuminated.
Page 143 NOTE: NOTE: the ON/RUN position, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer. • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the • A continuous chime will sound if the ve- “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator hicle is driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) 14.
Page 144 sition. A chime will sound if the driver’s seat belt Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing CAUTION! (Continued) is unbuckled during the bulb check. The Seat gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate ture gauge reads “H,” pull over and stop the Belt Warning Light will flash or remain on con- the MIL after engine start.
Page 145: Driver Information Display (Did)
This system conveniently allows the driver to The system allows the driver to select informa- WARNING! (Continued) select a variety of useful information by pushing tion by pushing the following buttons mounted This can cause a fire if you drive slowly or the arrow buttons located on the left side of the on the steering wheel: park over flammable substances such as dry...
Page 146: Engine Oil Life Reset
Left And Right Arrow Buttons: OK Button: Engine Oil Life Reset Oil Change Required Using the Left or Right arrow but- For Digital Speedometer tons allows you to cycle through Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil • Pushing the OK button changes units (MPH the submenu items of the Main change indicator system.
Page 147: Cruise Control
2. Fully push the accelerator pedal, slowly, Use the steering wheel DID controls for the NOTE: following procedure(s): three times within 10 seconds. If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator sys- 1. Without pushing the brake pedal, place the 3.
Page 148: Did Yellow Telltales
• Service Adaptive Cruise Control — If DID Yellow Telltales DID Red Telltales This area will show reconfigurable amber cau- Equipped This area will show reconfigurable red caution tion telltales. These telltales include: telltales. These telltales include: This light will turn on when a ACC •...
Page 149 • Door Ajar • Charging System Light key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK posi- This light will turn on to indicate This light shows the status of the elec- tion. The light should turn off. that one or more doors may be trical charging system.
Page 150: Did Selectable Menu Items
the system inspected at an authorized dealer as If this light comes on, stop the vehicle and run Follow the Menu or submenu prompts as de- soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Re- the engine at idle or faster with the transmission sired.
Page 151 • 1/8 Mile (200 meters)Timer AWD Status — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) – Best Air Intake Temp — If Equipped ous manner, which can jeopardize the user’s – Last Engine Torque — If Equipped safety or the safety of others. Only a safe, –...
Page 152 • Dashes will display if the vehicle fails to The following describes each feature and its 1/4 Mile (400 Meters) operation: reach 0 to 100 mph (0 to 161 km/h) in less When selected, this screen displays the time it then 20 seconds.
Page 153 • Engaging the parking brake will disable this • Push and hold the OK button to clear the • The timer will stop when the driver navigates feature. peak force values. away from this page. • The word “READY” will display when condi- Lap Timer Lap History tions are met for the event to begin.
Page 154 • Latching over ignition cycles. Push the SET + or the SET- button (located on LaneSense — If Equipped the steering wheel) and the following will display • Units will change with the global change in The DID displays the current LaneSense sys- in the DID: units.
Page 155 • MPG will have the gauge fill from the left number of stored warning messages. Pushing Performance Shift Indicator (PSI) – If (clockwise). the RIGHT arrow button will allow you to see Equipped what the stored messages are. The Performance Shift Indicator (PSI) is en- •...
Page 156: Uconnect® Settings
Uconnect® SETTINGS Your Uconnect® system may also have a Screen Off and Back buttons on the faceplate. The Uconnect® system uses a combination of buttons on the touchscreen and buttons on the Push the Screen Off button on the faceplate to faceplate located on the center of the instru- turn off the Uconnect®...
Page 157 pass Settings, Audio, Phone/Bluetooth®, Re- tus, press and release the “Auto” or “Manual” Units store Settings, Clear Personal Data and System button on the touchscreen. Press the back After pressing the “Units” button on the touch- Information. arrow/Done button on the touchscreen to return screen you may select each unit of measure to the previous menu.
Page 158 • Torque Clock & Date touchscreen then press the corresponding ar- After pressing the “Clock & Date” button on the rows above and below the current date to Select from: “lb-ft” or “Nm.” touchscreen the following settings will be avail- adjust.
Page 159 • Blind Spot Alert button. Press the back arrow/Done button on will provide an alert (audible and/or visual) to the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. indicate the proximity to other objects. The When this feature is selected, the Blind Spot Alert system can be enabled with Sound Only, or For further information, refer to “Adaptive feature Provides alerts, visual and/or audible, to...
Page 160 • ParkView® Backup Camera Active forward vehicle speed exceeds Start Assist” button on the touchscreen, and (12 km/h), the transmission is shifted into PARK select “On” or “Off.” Press the back arrow/Done Guidelines or the ignition is switched to the OFF position. button on the touchscreen to return to the Your vehicle may be equipped with the To set the ParkView®...
Page 161 screen and choose either “0,” “30,” “60,” or “90” ”Automatic High Beam — If Equipped” in “Un- Doors & Locks buttons on the touchscreen to select your de- derstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for After pressing the “Doors & Locks” button on sired time interval.
Page 162 • Flash Lights With Lock “Driver door” with the first push of the Remote “Auto Heated Seats” button on the touchscreen Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or grabbing the then select either “Off,” “Remote Start” or “All When this feature is selected, the exterior lights Passive Entry door handle.
Page 163 power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets NOTE: is new, the compass may appear erratic and will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the may need to be calibrated. You may calibrate Keep magnetic materials away from the top ignition is cycled to OFF.
Page 164 the “+” and “–” buttons on the touchscreen or by press the “AUX Volume Offset” button on the Restore Settings selecting any point on the scale between the “+” touchscreen, select “On” or “Off.” Press the After pressing the “Restore Settings” button on and “–”...
Page 165: Customer Programmable Features - Uconnect® 8.4 Settings
• Display Brightness With Headlights ON select from “Yes” or “No.” If “Yes” is selected a been selected. Once the setting is complete pop-up will appear asking "Are you sure you either press the Back Arrow button on the When in this display, you may select the bright- want to clear all personal data?”...
Page 166 • Navigation Turn-By-Turn In Cluster — If NOTE: language, showing that setting has been se- lected. Press the back arrow button on the To make changes to the Display Brightness Equipped touchscreen to return to the previous menu. with Headlights OFF setting, the headlights When this feature is selected, the turn-by-turn must be off and the interior dimmer switch •...
Page 167 • Fuel Consumption Response Length, press the “Brief” or “De- been selected. Press the back arrow button on tailed” button on the touchscreen until a check- the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. Select from: “MPG” (US), “MPG” (UK), “L/100 mark appears next to the setting, showing that •...
Page 168 showing that setting has been selected. Press of FCW is the Far setting. This means the to setting, indicating that the setting had been the back arrow button on the touchscreen to system will warn you of a possible collision with selected.
Page 169 For further information, refer to “Lane Departure abled with Sound Only, or Sound and Display. System. The chime volume settings include Warning (LDW)” in “Understanding The Fea- To change the ParkSense® status, press and LOW, MEDIUM, and HIGH. The factory default tures Of Your Vehicle”.
Page 170 • Blind Spot Alert • ParkView® Backup Camera Active grid lines will be displayed for up to 10 seconds after shifting out of “REVERSE” unless the Guidelines When this feature is selected, the Blind Spot Alert forward vehicle speed exceeds feature Provides alerts, visual and/or audible, to Your vehicle may be equipped with the (12 km/h), the transmission is shifted into...
Page 171 • Hill Start Assist — If Equipped • Headlight Illumination On Approach • Auto Dim High Beams — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the Hill Start When this feature is selected, the headlights will When this feature is selected, the high beam Assist (HSA) system is active.
Page 172 • Flash Lights With Lock appears next to the setting, showing that the Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen setting has been selected. Press the back arrow to return to the previous menu. When this feature is selected, the hazard lights button on the touchscreen to return to the •...
Page 173 NOTE: setting, showing that the setting has been se- NOTE: lected. Press the back arrow button on the If the vehicle is programmed 1st Press Of The seat will return to the memorized seat touchscreen to return to the previous menu. Key Fob Unlocks “All Doors,”...
Page 174 • Equalizer showing that setting has been selected. Press Engine Off Power Delay setting, press the “+” or the back arrow button on the touchscreen to “-” button on the touchscreen to select your This feature allows you to adjust the Bass, Mid desired time interval, and choose from “0 sec- return to the previous menu.
Page 175 • Surround Sound — If Equipped Phone/Bluetooth® button. A pop-up will appear asking "Are you After pressing the “Phone/Bluetooth®” button sure you want to reset your settings to default?” This feature provides simulated surround sound on the touchscreen the following settings will be select “Yes”...
Page 176: Performance Pages - If Equipped
System Information The following describes each feature and its WARNING! After pressing the “System Information” button operation: Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Per- on the touchscreen the following information will Home formance Pages is intended for off-highway or be available: off-road use only and should not be done on •...
Page 177 • Best • With an SD Card installed, press the “SD Timers Card” to save runs to the SD Card. Pressing the “Best” button displays the best • Press the “Uconnect” button to save the runs recorded run of performance timers, except for to the Owner web page.
Page 178 • 0-100 MPH (0-160 km/h) • Oil Pressure NOTE: Brake Distance and Speed timers will only Displays the time it takes for the vehicle to go Shows the actual oil pressure. display ready when vehicle is traveling at from 0 to 100 mph (0 to 160 km/h). •...
Page 179 • Intake Air Temperature • Steering Wheel Angle When G-Force is selected, the following fea- tures will be available: Shows the actual intake air temperature. Steering Wheel Angle utilizes the steering angle • Lateral G-Force Left and Right sensor to measure the degree of the steering •...
Page 180: Performance Control - If Equipped
When selected, this screen displays the follow- through the Uconnect® radio and may be ac- WARNING! (Continued) ing values: cessed by performing any of the following: any public roadways. It is recommended that • Vehicle Speed • Pushing the Super Track Pack button on the this feature be used in a controlled environ- instrument panel switch bank.
Page 181 • Launch Control is intended to be used on This vehicle is equipped with a Launch Control NOTE: system that is designed to allow the driver to dry, paved road surfaces only. Use on The default RPM for launch control is a achieve maximum vehicle acceleration in a slippery or loose surfaces may cause preset factory value.
Page 182 NOTE: NOTE: NOTE: Messages will appear in the Driver Informa- Launch mode is not available within the first Not all of the options listed in this manual tion Display (DID) to inform the driver if one 500 miles of engine break-in. are available on every vehicle, below is a or more of the above conditions have not chart with all available Drive Mode vehicle...
Page 183 Default Mode Sport Mode is a configuration set-up for typical enthusiast driving. The Transmission and Steer- ing are both set to their Sport settings. The steering wheel paddle switches are enabled. The Traction Control defaults to Normal. Any of these four settings may be changed to the driver’s preferences by pressing the buttons on the touchscreen.
Page 184 Possible Drive Mode configurations are listed Engine/Trans Paddle Shifters below with accompanying descriptions. The in- formation contained in the list below can also be accessed from within the mode Set-Up menus. To access the information, press the “Info” button on the touchscreen from the mode Set-Up menu, and use the left/right arrows to toggle through available descriptions.
Page 185: Uconnect® Radios - If Equipped
• Comfort Traction Steering Press the “Comf” button on the touchscreen to provide a balance of steering feel and steering effort. Uconnect® RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED For detailed information about your Uconnect® radio, refer to your Uconnect® Supplement Manual. iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL Traction Control Steering This feature allows an iPod®...
Page 186: Steering Wheel Audio Controls — If Equipped
AUX/USB/SD Card Ports Rear USB Charging Ports Remote Sound Controls (Back View Of Steering Wheel) 1 — Aux Jack The USB “Charge Only” ports will recharge The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch 2 — USB Port battery operated USB devices when connected. 3 —...
Page 187: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
Pushing the center button will make the radio RADIO OPERATION AND Manual Climate Controls With switch between the various modes available Touchscreen — If Equipped MOBILE PHONES (AM/FM/AUX, etc.) Buttons On Your Uconnect® Faceplate Under certain conditions, the mobile phone The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch The buttons on the faceplate are located below being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or...
Page 188 Buttons On Your Uconnect® Touchscreen 2. A/C Button window defroster automatically turns off after 10 minutes. For each additional push of this button, The buttons on the touchscreen are accessible Push and release to change the current setting, five additional minutes will be added to the timer on the Uconnect®...
Page 189 6. Blower Control 7. Modes NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort Blower control is used to regulate the amount of The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted conditions to provide cooler air out of the air forced through the climate system. There are so air comes from the instrument panel outlets, panel outlets and warmer air from the floor seven blower speeds available.
Page 190 8. Climate Control OFF Button NOTE: 13. Passenger Temperature Control Down In Sync mode, this button will also automati- Button Push and release this button to turn the Climate cally adjust the passenger temperature set- Control ON/OFF. Provides the passenger with independent tem- ting at the same time.
Page 191 Climate Control Functions front of the radiator), for an accumulation the Recirculation control button. The recircula- of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle tion indicator will illuminate when this button is A/C (Air Conditioning) water spray from behind the radiator and selected.
Page 192 Dual Zone Automatic Climate 2. A/C Button Controls With Touchscreen — If Press and release to change the current setting, Equipped the indicator illuminates when A/C is ON. Per- Buttons On The Faceplate forming this function again will cause the A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the The buttons on the faceplate are located below A/C indicator will turn off.
Page 193 mum temperature settings for best windshield 8. Passenger Temperature Control Down CAUTION! (Continued) and side window defrosting and defogging. Per- Button ing solution, wiping parallel to the heating forming this function will cause the Automatic Provides the passenger with independent tem- elements.
Page 194 10. Blower Control 11. Modes NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort Blower control is used to regulate the amount of The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted conditions to provide cooler air out of the air forced through the climate system. There are so air comes from the instrument panel outlets, panel outlets and warmer air from the floor seven blower speeds available.
Page 195: Climate Control Functions
screen, press and slide the temperature bar Climate Control Functions MAX A/C button towards the blue arrow for cooler tem- MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling A/C (Air Conditioning) perature settings. performance. The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the NOTE: operator to manually activate or deactivate the Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C...
Page 196: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
• The temperature can be displayed in U.S. Recirculation Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) or Metric units by selecting the US/M Automatic Operation customer-programmable feature. Refer to When outside air contains smoke, 1. Press the AUTO button on the faceplate or the the “Uconnect®...
Page 197: Operating Tips
NOTE: Winter Operation NOTE: Use of the air Recirculation mode during winter Each of these features operates indepen- • Recirculate without A/C should not be months is not recommended because it may dently from each other. If any feature is used for long periods, as fogging may cause window fogging.
Page 198 Manual Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 199: Uconnect® Voice Recognition Quick Tips
Uconnect® VOICE Key Features: 2. Reduce background noise. Wind and pas- senger conversations are examples of noise • 5 inch touchscreen RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS that may impact recognition. • Three buttons on either side of the display Introducing Uconnect® 3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume Start using Uconnect®...
Page 200: Basic Voice Commands
Basic Voice Commands The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect® sys- tem. Push the VR button . After the beep, say… • Cancel to stop a current voice session • Help to hear a list of suggested Voice Commands •...
Page 201 Media Phone Uconnect® offers connections via USB, SD, Making and answering hands-free phone calls Bluetooth® and auxiliary ports (If Equipped). is easy with Uconnect®. When the Phonebook Voice operation is only available for connected button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your USB and iPod®...
Page 202: Climate (8.4A/8.4An)
TIP: When providing a Voice Command, push TIP: Voice Command for Climate may only be the Phone button and say “Call,” then pro- used to adjust the interior temperature of your nounce the name exactly as it appears in your vehicle.
Page 203: Navigation (8.4A/8.4An)
Navigation (8.4A/8.4AN) TIP: To start a POI search, push the VR button Additional Information The Uconnect® navigation feature helps you . After the beep, say: “Find nearest coffee © 2014 Chrysler Group LLC. All rights reserved. save time and become more productive when Mopar and Uconnect are registered trademarks shop.”...
Page 204: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING • STARTING PROCEDURES ..... . .205 • Automatic Transmission ..... . .205 •...
Page 205 • DRIVING THROUGH WATER ......217 • Flowing/Rising Water ......217 •...
Page 206 • Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation ... . .236 • Radial Ply Tires ......237 •...
Page 207 • Replacement Parts ......250 • Maintenance ....... . .250 •...
Page 208: Starting Procedures
STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the • Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten vehicle (or in a location accessible to chil- come to a complete stop.
Page 209: Normal Starting
Normal Starting To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE NOTE: START/STOP Button If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button RUN (engine not running) position and the 1. Place the shift lever/gear selector in PARK, 1.
Page 210: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)
4. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE WARNING! (Continued) START/STOP Button) third time to return the ignition to the OFF • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle If the engine fails to start after you have followed position.
Page 211: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! (Continued) EQUIPPED • Unintended movement of a vehicle could WARNING! The engine block heater warms the engine, and injure those in or near the vehicle. As with permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect •...
Page 212: Key Ignition Park Interlock
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) System • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or • Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmis- with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allow- after the vehicle has come to a complete sion Shift Interlock system (BTSI) that holds the ing children to be in a vehicle unattended...
Page 213 The transmission shift lever has PARK, RE- Gear Ranges VERSE, NEUTRAL, DRIVE, and MANUAL DO NOT race the engine when shifting from (Autostick) shift positions. Manual shifts can be PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range. made using the Autostick shift control (refer to NOTE: “AutoStick”...
Page 214 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never use the PARK position as a substi- • Unintended movement of a vehicle could • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or tute for the parking brake. Always apply injure those in or near the vehicle. As with with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 215 NEUTRAL (N) DRIVE (D) CAUTION! (Continued) Use this range when the vehicle is standing for This range should be used for most city and • DO NOT race the engine when shifting prolonged periods with the engine running. Ap- highway driving. It provides the smoothest up- from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear ply the parking brake and shift the transmission shifts and downshifts, and the best fuel...
Page 216: Autostick
MANUAL (M) In the event of a momentary problem, the NOTE: transmission can be reset to regain all forward Even if the transmission can be reset, we The MANUAL (M, +/-) position (beside the DRIVE gears by performing the following steps. recommend that you visit your authorized position) enables full manual control of transmis- dealer at your earliest possible conve-...
Page 217: Operation
Operation NOTE: reached. If the accelerator is fully depressed, the transmission will downshift when pos- When the shift lever is in the DRIVE (D) posi- Tapping one of the steering wheel-mounted sible (based on current vehicle speed and tion, the transmission will operate automatically, shift paddles (+/-), if equipped, while the gear, except 6.4L models).
Page 218: Sport Mode - Without Performance Control
starting in second gear. Starting out in sec- ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) — WARNING! ond gear can be helpful in snowy or icy IF EQUIPPED Do not downshift for additional engine brak- conditions. This vehicle is equipped with an active on- ing on a slippery surface.
Page 219: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
Driver Information Display (DID). Refer to DRIVING ON SLIPPERY Traction “Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Under- When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is SURFACES standing Your Instrument Panel” for further in- possible for a wedge of water to build up formation.
Page 220: Driving Through Water
DRIVING THROUGH WATER Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! Although your vehicle is capable of driving Driving through water more than a few inches/ • Always check the depth of the standing through shallow standing water, consider the centimeters deep will require extra caution to water before driving through it.
Page 221: Electric Power Steering
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING If the Steering icon is displayed CAUTION! (Continued) “SERVICE POWER The electric power steering system will give you • Driving through standing water may cause STEERING” “POWER good vehicle response and increased ease of damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain com- STEERING ASSIST OFF –...
Page 222: Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L Engine Only - If Equipped
• This light only shows that the parking FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY brake is applied. It does not show the 5.7L ENGINE ONLY — IF degree of brake application. EQUIPPED When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the This feature offers improved fuel economy by front wheels toward the curb on a downhill shutting off four of the engine’s eight cylinders...
Page 223: Brake System
be some loss of overall braking effectiveness. WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) This may be evident by increased pedal travel • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or • Always fully apply the parking brake when during application, greater pedal force required with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 224: Electronic Brake Control System
ELECTRONIC BRAKE When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph WARNING! (11 km/h), you may also hear a slight clicking CONTROL SYSTEM • The ABS contains sophisticated electronic sound as well as some related motor noises. Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced equipment that may be susceptible to in- These noises are the system performing its self electronic brake control system that include...
Page 225: Traction Control System (Tcs)
axle is spinning faster than the other, the sys- WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! tem will apply the brake of the spinning wheel. • The ABS cannot prevent collisions, includ- The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of This will allow more engine torque to be applied ing those resulting from excessive speed physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it to the wheel that is not spinning.
Page 226 The ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to deter- Partial Off WARNING! (Continued) mine the path that the driver intends to steer the The “Partial Off” mode is intended for times hydroplaning. ESC also cannot prevent col- vehicle and compares it to the actual path of the when a more spirited driving experience is lisions resulting from loss of vehicle control vehicle.
Page 227 NOTE: Full Off — If Equipped WARNING! • To improve the vehicle’s traction when This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road • When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS func- use only and should not be used on any public driving with snow chains, or when start- tionality of ESC, (except for the limited slip roadways.
Page 228: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
Hill Start Assist (HSA) HSA will work in REVERSE and all forward WARNING! gears when the activation criteria have been The HSA system is designed to assist the driver • If you use a trailer brake controller with met. The system will not activate if the vehicle is when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill.
Page 229: Ready Alert Braking
HSA Off Brake Support is active, there is no notification Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” also If you wish to turn off the HSA system, it can be to the driver and no driver interaction is re- flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESC done in the Uconnect®...
Page 230: Synchronizing Esc
• European — Metric tire sizing is based on Synchronizing ESC TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION European design standards. Tires de- Tire Markings signed to this standard have the tire size If the power supply is interrupted molded into the sidewall beginning with (battery disconnected dis-...
Page 231 Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards, or ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or LT = Light truck tire based on U.S.
Page 232 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 233: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
Tire Identification Number (TIN) one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found full TIN, including the date code, located on the on the outboard side, then you will find it on the The TIN may be found on one or both sides of white sidewall side of the tire.
Page 234: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours.
Page 235: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: Tire And Loading Information Placard 1. Number of people that can be carried in the Location vehicle. NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is 2. Total weight your vehicle can carry. listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear 3.
Page 236 NOTE: 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, and passengers that will be riding in your • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the vehicle.
Page 238: Tires - General Information
Safety Both under-inflation and over-inflation affect the WARNING! stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Over- of sluggish response or over responsiveness in WARNING! loading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle the steering. •...
Page 239: Tire Inflation Pressures
Tire Inflation Pressures three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) Tire Pressures For High Speed after sitting for a minimum of three hours. The The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed Operation cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the on the driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the The manufacturer advocates driving at safe maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire...
Page 240: Radial Ply Tires
Radial Ply Tires of identical size and service description (Load Summer tires do not contain the all season Index and Speed Symbol). designation or mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use summer tires only in sets WARNING! Tire Types of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the Combining radial ply tires with other types of safety and handling of your vehicle.
Page 241: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
If you need snow tires, Run Flat Tires — If Equipped CAUTION! select tires equivalent in Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive Because of the reduced ground clearance, size and type to the origi- 50 miles (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a do not take your vehicle through an auto- nal equipment tires.
Page 242 letter “T” or “S” preceding the size designation. use spare tire affects vehicle handling. Since it WARNING! (Continued) Example: T145/80D18 103M. is not the same as your original equipment tire, which apply to your spare. Failure to do so replace (or repair) the original equipment tire T, S = Temporary Spare Tire could result in spare tire failure and loss of and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportu-...
Page 243: Tire Spinning
Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators Life Of Tire When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice condi- Tread wear indicators are in the original equip- The service life of a tire is dependent upon tions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels above ment tires to help you in determining when your varying factors including, but not limited to: 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds...
Page 244: Replacement Tires
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with It is recommended you contact your authorized WARNING! (Continued) as little exposure to light as possible. Protect tire dealer or original equipment dealer with any • Never use a tire with a smaller load index tires from contact with oil, grease, and gasoline.
Page 245: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION The suggested rotation method is the “forward CAUTION! cross” shown in the following diagram. This DEVICES) Damage to the vehicle may result if tire rotation pattern does not apply to some direc- Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to- chains are used.
Page 246: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire For example, your vehicle may have a recom- pressure if the tire pressure falls below the mended cold (parked for more than three hours) SYSTEM (TPMS) low-pressure warning limit for any reason, in- placard pressure of 30 psi (207 kPa).
Page 247: Premium System
NOTE: Premium System CAUTION! The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) • The TPMS is not intended to replace nor- • The TPMS has been optimized for the uses wireless technology with wheel rim mal tire care and maintenance or to pro- original equipment tires and wheels.
Page 248 The TPMS consists of the following compo- mended cold placard pressure inflation value as in place of the dashes. A system fault can occur nents: shown in the "Inflate Tire to XX" message. Once due to any of the following: the system receives the updated tire pressures, •...
Page 249: Tpms Deactivation - If Equipped
to be serviced as long as the "SERVICE TPM 4. For each subsequent ignition switch cycle, a TPMS Deactivation — If Equipped SYSTEM" message is displayed. chime will sound, the “TPM Telltale Light” will The TPMS can be deactivated if replacing all four wheel and tire assemblies (road tires) with flash on and off for 75 seconds and then Vehicles With Compact Spare...
Page 250: Fuel Requirements
Telltale Light" will flash on and off for 75 sec- Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have 5.7L Engine (With Automatic onds and then turn off, and the Driver Informa- issued and endorsed consistent gasoline speci- Transmission) tion Display (DID) will display the “SERVICE fications (the Worldwide Fuel Charter, WWFC) The 5.7L engine (with automatic transmission) TPM SYSTEM”...
Page 251: L Engine (With Manual Transmission)
recommends the use of gasoline that meets the heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause 6.4L Engine WWFC specifications if they are available. damage, and immediate service is required. Poor The 6.4L engine is designed to meet all emis- quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard sions regulations and provide excellent fuel Besides using unleaded gasoline with the...
Page 252: Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) - If Equipped
FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE Fuel Requirements Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED gasoline with a minimum Research Octane Number (RON) of 91, or E-85 fuel, or any E-85 General Information mixture of these two. For best results, a refuel- The information in this section is for Flexible ing pattern that alternates between E-85 and Fuel vehicles only.
Page 253: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
• Some additives used in regular gasoline Starting Replacement Parts are not fully compatible with E-85 and The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuit- Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle may form deposits in your engine. To able for use when ambient temperatures fall (FFV) are designed to be compatible with etha- eliminate driveability issues that may be below 0°F (-18°C).
Page 254: Adding Fuel
ADDING FUEL NOTE: Only the correct size nozzle opens the 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (lo- latches allowing the flapper door to open. cated in the driver’s door map pocket). 5. Fill the vehicle with fuel – when the fuel nozzle “clicks”...
Page 255: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release
WARNING! (Continued) • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and fed- eral fire regulations and may cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light” to turn on. • A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a ve- hicle.
Page 256: Trailer Towing
TRAILER TOWING Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) WARNING! The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the In this section you will find safety tips and It is important that you do not exceed the weight of all cargo, consumables and equip- information on limits to the type of towing you maximum front or rear GAWR.
Page 257 Trailer Sway Control Weight-Distributing Hitch WARNING! The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that A weight-distributing system works by applying • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing can be installed between the hitch receiver and leverage through spring (load) bars. They are Hitch system may reduce handling, stabil- the trailer tongue that typically provides adjust- typically used for heavier loads to distribute...
Page 258: Trailer Hitch Classification
Trailer Hitch Classification The following chart provides the industry stan- dard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max.
Page 259: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. Tongue Weight (See Note) Weight) 3.6L Automatic 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) 5.7L Automatic...
Page 260: Trailer And Tongue Weight
Trailer And Tongue Weight Consider the following items when computing WARNING! the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the Improper towing can lead to an injury colli- weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% •...
Page 261 Towing Requirements — Tires WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a • Safety chains must always be used be- 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch compact spare tire. tween your vehicle and trailer. Always con- utilized.
Page 262 Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake sys- • Towing any trailer will increase your stop- wiring harness. tem or vacuum system of your vehicle with ping distance.
Page 263: Towing Tips
However, if frequent shifting does occur while in For example, choose “5” if the desired speed DRIVE, you can use the AutoStick shift control can be maintained. Choose “4” or “3” if to select a lower gear. needed to maintain the desired speed. •...
Page 264: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Two-Wheel Drive And All-Wheel Drive Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground, or using a tow dolly) is NOT AL- LOWED. The only acceptable method for tow- ing this vehicle (behind another vehicle) is on a vehicle trailer with all four wheels OFF the ground.
Page 266: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ....264 • IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ....264 •...
Page 267: Hazard Warning Flashers
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS CAUTION! The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located In any of the following situations, you can Driving with a hot cooling system could dam- on the instrument panel, below the radio. reduce the potential for overheating by taking age your vehicle.
Page 268: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any time a wheel has been re- moved and reinstalled on the vehicle the lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a properly calibrated torque wrench.
Page 269: Jacking And Tire Changing
JACKING AND TIRE WARNING! (Continued) CHANGING • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service pur- WARNING! poses. The vehicle should be jacked on a •...
Page 270: Preparations For Jacking
4. Remove the spare tire. 4. Place the shift lever/gear selector into PARK. WARNING! 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack. 5. Turn OFF the ignition. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the 6.
Page 271: Jacking And Changing A Tire
Jacking And Changing A Tire 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and lug wrench. WARNING! (Continued) • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the WARNING! center cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug a jack.
Page 272 4. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is CAUTION! closest to the flat tire. Turn the jack screw Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle stem facing outward. The vehicle could be with the lift area of the sill flange.
Page 273: Road Tire Installation
• Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” and to 11. Stow the jack, tools and flat tire. Make sure WARNING! “Limited-Use Spare” under “Tires— the base of the jack faces the front of the To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the General Information”...
Page 274: Jump-Starting Procedures
JUMP-STARTING WARNING! PROCEDURES Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a personal injury. battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack.
Page 275: Jump-Starting Procedure
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the • Remove any metal jewelry such as watch Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as booster battery. bands or bracelets that might make an this could establish a ground connection and 3.
Page 276: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
6. Once the engine is started, remove the NOTE: CAUTION! jumper cables in the reverse sequence: Shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE can Accessories plugged into the vehicle power only be achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph Disconnecting The Jumper Cables outlets draw power from the vehicle’s bat- (8 km/h) or less.
Page 277: Manual Park Release - 8 Speed Transmission
NOTE: WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Press the ESC Off switch, to place the Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. away if it is not secured by the parking brake Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in Forces generated by excessive wheel or by proper connection to a tow vehicle. Partial Off mode, before rocking the ve- speeds may cause damage, or even failure, Activating the Manual Park Release on an...
Page 278 Console Storage Bin Locking Tab Tether Strap 3. Remove plastic cover under the bin by using 6. While holding the locking tab in the disen- To Reset The Manual Park Release: the slot provided to access the Manual Park gaged position, pull the tether strap to rotate 1.
Page 279: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground RWD MODELS AWD MODELS If transmission is operable: • Transmission in NEUTRAL Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED •...
Page 280: All Wheel Drive (Awd) Models
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow • When securing the vehicle to a flatbed Towing this vehicle using any other method bars and other equipment designed for this truck, do not attach to front or rear suspen- can cause severe transmission and/or trans- purpose, following equipment manufacturer’s...
Page 281: Without The Key Fob
If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 30 miles (48 km), then the only acceptable method of towing is with a flatbed truck. CAUTION! Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe transmission damage.
Page 282: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ....281 • ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L ....282 •...
Page 283 • Automatic Transmission ......297 • All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped ....298 •...
Page 284: Engine Compartment — 3.6L
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 8 — Engine Oil Fill 3 —...
Page 285: Engine Compartment — 5.7L
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 7 — Engine Oil Fill 2 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 5 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 —...
Page 286: Onboard Diagnostic System — Obd Ii
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC should be determined not ready for the I/M test, CAUTION! your vehicle may fail the test. SYSTEM — OBD II • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated cause further damage to the emissions which you can use prior to going to the test onboard diagnostic system called OBD II.
Page 287: Dealer Service
• The MIL will not flash at all and will remain REPLACEMENT PARTS WARNING! fully illuminated until you place the ignition in Use of genuine MOPAR® parts for normal/ You can be badly injured working on or the off position or start the engine. This scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly around a motor vehicle.
Page 288: Engine Oil
Engine Oil Check the oil level at regular intervals, such as CAUTION! every fuel stop. The best time to check the • Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or Checking Oil Level — 3.6L Engine engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine perform repairs and service when neces- warmed engine is shut off.
Page 289 are API certified and meet the requirements of Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine refer to “Engine Compartment” in “Maintaining Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 or ACEA MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Your Vehicle” for further information. A1/B1. Pennzoil® or Shell Helix® is recommended for NOTE: all operating temperatures.
Page 290: Maintenance-Free Battery
oil and oil filters, indiscriminately discarded, can Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! present a problem to the environment. Contact Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance- The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, your authorized dealer, service station or gov- free battery. You will never have to add water, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in ernmental agency for advice on how and where nor is periodic maintenance required.
Page 291: Air Conditioner Maintenance
WARNING! CAUTION! WARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution • It is essential when replacing the cables on • Use only refrigerants and compressor lu- and can burn or even blind you. Do not the battery that the positive cable is at- bricants approved by the manufacturer for allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, tached to the positive post and the nega-...
Page 292: A/C Air Filter
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling CAUTION! HFO 1234yf — If Equipped Do not use chemical flushes in your air HFO 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a conditioning system as the chemicals can hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) that is endorsed by damage your air conditioning components. the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product with a low GWP (Global Such damage is not covered by the New...
Page 293: Body Lubrication
3. Remove the used filter. Body Lubrication Windshield Wiper Blades Locks and all body pivot points, including such Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and 4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft the direction of airflow, which is toward the and rollers, liftgate, tailgate, decklid, sliding...
Page 294: Adding Washer Fluid
Adding Washer Fluid WARNING! WARNING! The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They Commercially available windshield washer in the front of the engine compartment. Be sure solvents are flammable. They could ignite contain carbon monoxide (CO), which is to check the fluid level at regular intervals.
Page 295: Cooling System
NOTE: Cooling System CAUTION! Intentional tampering with emissions con- • The catalytic converter requires the use of trol systems can result in civil penalties WARNING! unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will being assessed against you. • When working near the radiator cooling destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as In unusual situations involving grossly malfunc- fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or cycle...
Page 296 ing to Chrysler Service Manual procedure or by Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill CAUTION! an authorized dealer. Check the front of the NOTE: • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other radiator for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, Some vehicles require special tools to add than specified Organic Additive Technol- etc.
Page 297 Please review these recommendations for us- Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility CAUTION! (Continued) ing Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine to maintain the proper level of protection • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based coolant (antifreeze) that meets the require- against freezing according to the temperatures engine coolant (antifreeze) products.
Page 298 Cooling System Pressure Cap Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant ture is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (an- be checked once a month. of engine coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure tifreeze) is a regulated substance requiring When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is that engine coolant (antifreeze) will return to the...
Page 299 • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator Brake System Clean the top of the master cylinder area before and in the coolant expansion bottle. If engine removing the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up In order to assure brake system performance, coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, the to the top of the “FULL”...
Page 300: Automatic Transmission
for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) the transmission fluid at the correct level using • Use only manufacturer’s recommended • Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can the recommended fluid. No chemical flushes brake fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine should be used in any transmission;...
Page 301: All Wheel Drive (Awd) - If Equipped
The transfer case fluid fill/inspection plug is CAUTION! CAUTION! located in the middle of the rear housing. To Do not use chemical flushes in your trans- If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your inspect the transfer case fluid level, remove the mission as the chemicals can damage your authorized dealer immediately.
Page 302: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
• If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have Fluid Level Check and other extreme conditions will have an ad- Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on verse effect on paint, metal trim, and underbody accumulated on your vehicle, use MOPAR® the axle.
Page 303 • Use MOPAR® Touch Up Paint on scratches Special Care CAUTION! as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a has touch up paint to match the color of your drive near the ocean, hose off the undercar- bristle brush, or metal polishes.
Page 304 • For grease stains, apply MOPAR® Multi- upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner To minimize the possibility of scratching the Purpose Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and is not required to maintain the original condition. lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping remove stain.
Page 305: Fuses
1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap FUSES WARNING! solution may be used, but do not use high A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a alcohol content or abrasive cleaners. If soap WARNING! collision and leave you with no protection. is used, wipe clean with a clean damp rag.
Page 306: Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • If a general protection fuse for safety sys- • When installing the power distribution cen- tems (air bag system, braking system), ter cover, it is important to ensure the power unit systems (engine system, gear- cover is properly positioned and fully box system) or steering system blows, latched.
Page 307 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – – Fuse – Spare 40 Amp Green – Radiator Fan #1 – If Equipped 50 Amp Red – Power Steering #1 / Radiator Fan (6.2L Supercharged) – If Equipped 30 Amp Pink – Starter 40 Amp Green –...
Page 308 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 40 Amp Green – Radiator Fan #2 – If Equipped 50 Amp Red – Power Steering #2 / Radiator Fan (6.2L Supercharged) 30 Amp Pink – Wiper Motor 30 Amp Pink – Headlamp Washers – If Equipped / Police Feed 40 Amp Green / 20 Amp –...
Page 309 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Engine Controller/Rad Fan Relays – If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Airbag Module – 10 Amp Red Power Steering Module/AC Clutch Relay – 10 Amp Red AWD Module/Front Axle Disconnect (LX) / Adaptive Cruise (LA) –...
Page 310: Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
Rear Power Distribution Center CAUTION! (Fuses) • When installing the power distribution cen- There is also a power distribution center located ter cover, it is important to ensure the in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. cover is properly positioned and fully This center contains fuses and relays.
Page 311 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 60 Amp Yellow — Front PDC Feed #1 — — Fuse – Spare 60 Amp Yellow — Front PDC Feed #2 30 Amp Pink — Sunroof / Dome Lamp – Police 40 Amp Green — Exterior Lighting #1 40 Amp Green —...
Page 312 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — — Fuse — Spare 30 Amp Pink (6.2L Super- — Fuel Pump (6.2L Supercharged) charged) Fuel Pump (LD STD) 25 Amp Clear (LD STD) — 20 Amp Yellow – Police Right Spot Lamp – Police 10 Amp Red –...
Page 313 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 5 Amp Tan Battery Sensor — 15 Amp Blue Electronic Exhaust Valve – If Equipped — 20 Amp Yellow Radio — 15 Amp Blue – LD/LX Console Power Outlet/Console Media Hub 20 Amp Yellow – LA (LD/LX) Power Outlet Inside Arm Rest/Console Media Hub (LA)
Page 314 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — — Fuse — Spare — — Fuse — Spare — 20 Amp Yellow Front Heated Seats – If Equipped Heated Cupholders/Rear Heated Seat — 10 Amp Red Switches – If Equipped — 10 Amp Red HVAC Module/In Car Temperature Sensor —...
Page 315: Vehicle Storage
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 10 Amp Red Airbag Module — — Fuse — Spare — 10 Amp Red Rain and Light Sensor/Sunroof Dual USB Power Outlet – R/A Sense (LD/LX) — 10 Amp Red Rear Sunshade (LD/LX) — —...
Page 316: Replacement Bulbs
REPLACEMENT BULBS All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for re- placement. Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp Overhead Console Reading Lamp Visor Vanity Lamps A6220...
Page 317 Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Low/High Beam Headlamp (Standard Halogen Bi Function Projector) HIR2 Low/High Beam Headlamp – High Intensity Discharge (Premium HID Bi D3S (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Function Projector) Front Park/Turn Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Front Fog Lamp – If Equipped LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Front Side Marker LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Page 318: Bulb Replacement
BULB REPLACEMENT self. If a headlamp bulb fails, take your CAUTION! vehicle to an authorized dealer for service. Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. NOTE: Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- WARNING! life.
Page 319: Front Fog Lamp
Front Fog Lamp Center High Mounted Stop Lamp License Lamp The Front Fog Lamps use LED sources that are (CHMSL) The License Lamp uses an LED source that is not serviceable separately. The Front Fog Lamp not serviceable separately. The License Lamp The CHMSL Lamp uses LED sources that are must be replaced as an assembly, see your must be replaced as an assembly, see your...
Page 320: Fluid Capacities
FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) All Engines 18.5 Gallons 69.9 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.6 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters 5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 3.6 Liter Engine –...
Page 321: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 or ACEA A1/B1 such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, and Shell Helix®.
Page 322: Chassis
Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, Or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission – 8-Speed Transmission Use only MOPAR® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR®...
Page 324: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..... .322...
Page 325: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Refer to the “Service and Warranty Handbook” for maintenance schedules.
Page 326: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ..... .324...
Page 327: If You Need Assistance
• Selling and servicing authorized dealer. IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE When you contact the distributor, please pro- vide all of the following information: • Vehicle’s delivery date and current odometer The manufacturer’s distributors are vitally inter- • Your name, address and phone number. ested in your satisfaction with their products distance.
Page 330: Index
INDEX...
Page 331 About Your Brakes ...219, 220 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Automatic Dimming Mirror ..65 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ..221 Filter) .
Page 332 Brake Assist System ... . .222 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Connector Brake Control System, Electronic ..221 Light) ....283 UCI .
Page 333 Deck Lid, Emergency Release ..26 E-85 Fuel ....249 Compartment Identification ..281 Deck Lid, Power Release .
Page 334 Filters Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts . . .318 Hazard Air Cleaner ....287 Fog Lights ....85, 137 Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Air Conditioning .
Page 335 Hitches Programming Additional Key Fobs . .14, 17 Leaks, Fluid ....57 Trailer Towing ....255 Programming Additional Life of Tires .
Page 336 Interior ....88 Door ....18 Multi-Function Control Lever .
Page 337 Overheating, Engine ... . .264 Pretensioners Programming Additional Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ..5 Seat Belts ....32 Transmitters .
Page 338 Seat Belt Heated ....74 Specifications Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) . . .32 Height Adjustment ... .72 Fuel (Gasoline) .
Page 339 Synthetic Engine Oil ... . .286 Replacement ....241 Trailer Weight ....256 Rotation .
Page 340 Uconnect® Settings ..16, 159 Washers, Windshield ..90, 291 Uconnect® Settings ... .16, 20 Washing Vehicle .
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Dodge 2015 Charger Operating Instructions Manual

Table of Contents

2 Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

3 Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

4 Understanding Your Instrument Panel

5 Starting and Operating

6 What to Do in Emergencies

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