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  • Page 1 Dar t 2 0 1 4 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
  • Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of fea- With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler tures and equipment that are either standard or optional on Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler this vehicle.
  • Page 3: Introduction

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
  • Page 6: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group nicians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfac- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision tion.
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
  • Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number

    6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information.
  • Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

    INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
  • Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . .20 ▫ Ignition Node Module (IGNM) — If Equipped. .12 ▫...
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Lock The Doors .....25 KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ ....36 ▫...
  • Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Energy Management Feature ....59 ▫ Child Restraints ..... . .84 ▫...
  • Page 14: A Word About Your Keys

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Node Module (IGNM) — If Equipped Your vehicle uses either a key start ignition system or The Ignition Node Module (IGNM) operates similar to an keyless ignition system. The key start ignition system ignition switch.
  • Page 15: Keyless Ignition Node (Kin) - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) — If Equipped This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button, as long as the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is in the passenger compartment.
  • Page 16: Standard Blade Ignition Key - If Equipped

    14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Feature If your vehicle is equipped with the Keyless Enter-N- Go™ feature, refer to “Starting Procedure” in “Starting And Operating” for further information. Standard Blade Ignition Key — If Equipped Your vehicle may use a standard blade key ignition system.
  • Page 17: Key Fob - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead. You can keep the emergency key with you when valet parking. To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch on the face of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
  • Page 18: Ignition Or Accessory On Message

    16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Or Accessory On Message Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind you to place the ignition in the OFF position. In addition to the chime, the ignition or accessory on message will display in the cluster.
  • Page 19: Sentry Key

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave children or animals inside parked • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle. cause serious injury or death.
  • Page 20 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system uses a Key or Key Fob with Remote Keyless If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal Entry (RKE) transmitter, an RF receiver, and either an vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 Ignition Node Module (IGNM) or a Keyless Ignition seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electron- Node (KIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.
  • Page 21: Replacement Keys

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Replacement Keys NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer sys- tem serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to an NOTE: Only Keys or Key Fobs that are programmed to authorized dealer. the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
  • Page 22: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved Rearming Of The System by the party responsible for compliance could void the If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to user’s authority to operate the equipment. disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn the horn off after three minutes, turn all of the visual signals off VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM —...
  • Page 23: To Disarm The System

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the To Disarm The System vehicle: The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of • Push LOCK on the interior power door lock switch the following methods: with the driver and/or passenger door open.
  • Page 24: Tamper Alert

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N- system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previ- Go™, insert a valid key into the ignition switch and ously described arming sequences has occurred, the turn the key to the ON position.
  • Page 25: To Use The Panic Alarm

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the To Use The Panic Alarm vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push and hold Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted the PANIC button on the Key Fob/Remote for at least by the system.
  • Page 26: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds NOTE: Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition is disables the system from responding to all RKE transmit- cycled to the ON/RUN position from the OFF position.
  • Page 27: To Unlock The Doors

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 To Unlock The Doors Flash Lights With Lock Push and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE This feature will cause the signal lights to flash when the transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice doors are locked with the RKE transmitter.
  • Page 28: To Unlatch The Trunk

    26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to Using The Panic Alarm “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” under “Things To Know Before To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push and hold Starting Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 29: Programming Additional Transmitters

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the 2. Remove and replace the battery. When replacing the vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the battery, match the + sign on the battery to the + sign on Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted the inside of the battery clip, located on the back cover.
  • Page 30: General Information

    28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the This system uses the Key Fob with Remote following conditions: Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conveniently from outside the vehicle...
  • Page 31: How To Use Remote Start

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • System not disabled from previous remote start event How To Use Remote Start • Vehicle security alarm not active All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: •...
  • Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle To Enter Remote Start Mode Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped The following messages will display in the EVIC if the Push and release the REMOTE START button on vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- the RKE transmitter twice within five seconds.
  • Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • The engine can be started two consecutive times (two To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle 15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However, Before the end of 15-minute cycle, push and release the the ignition must be cycled to the RUN position before UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle.
  • Page 34: Door Locks

    32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks To lock each door, rotate the door lock knob on each door trim panel forward. To unlock the front doors, pull the inside door handle to the first detent or rotate the door lock button until the red indicator is visible.
  • Page 35: Power Door Locks

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Power Door Locks WARNING! A power door lock switch is on each front door trim • For personal security and safety in the event of an panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
  • Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the The auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry) system. For further your authorized dealer per written request of the cus- information, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™”...
  • Page 37: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect® Set- tings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. NOTE: Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature in accordance with local laws.
  • Page 38: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been NOTE: For emergency exit from the rear seats when the Child-Protection Door Lock System is engaged, manually raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock rotate the door lock button to the unlocked position, roll sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- down the window, and open the door using the outside...
  • Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 To Unlock From The Passenger Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automati- cally.
  • Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel vehicle, and no valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter is switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors detected outside the vehicle.
  • Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 To Enter The Trunk NOTE: If you inadvertently leave your vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitter in the trunk and try to close the With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft trunk lid, the trunk lid will automatically unlatch, unless (1.0 m) of the deck lid, push the button on the right side another one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmit-...
  • Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do NOT grab the door handle, when pushing the door handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s). Do NOT Grab The Handle When Locking Push The Door Handle Button To Lock...
  • Page 43: Windows

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 NOTE: WINDOWS • After pushing the door handle LOCK button, you Power Windows must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock The window controls on the driver’s door control all the the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle.
  • Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE There are single window controls on each passenger door WARNING! (Continued) trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows. ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N- The window controls will operate only when the ignition Go™...
  • Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Front Windows Express Up And Down — If NOTE: Equipped • If the window runs into any obstacle during auto- Express Down closure, it will reverse direction and then go back down. Remove the obstacle and use the window Push the switch for less than a half a second and release.
  • Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Reset Auto-Up push and release the window lockout button (setting it in the DOWN position). To enable the window controls, Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window push and release the window lockout button again may need to be reset.
  • Page 47: Wind Buffeting

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Wind Buffeting TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the The trunk lid can be released from ears.
  • Page 48: Trunk Safety Warning

    46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The trunk lid can be released from outside the vehicle by TRUNK SAFETY WARNING pushing the TRUNK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter twice within five seconds or by using WARNING! the external release switch located on the underside of Do not allow children to have access to the trunk,...
  • Page 49: Trunk Emergency Release

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Trunk Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS As a security measure, a trunk internal emergency release Some of the most important safety features in your lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the event vehicle are the restraint systems: of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the trunk can •...
  • Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners and load NOTE: The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage limiters that may enhance occupant protection by inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different managing occupant energy during an impact event rates of inflation based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision.
  • Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat 2. All occupants should always wear their lap and belt properly (see section on Child Restraints) should be shoulder belts properly. secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- 3.
  • Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- severe injuries in a collision.
  • Page 53: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle.
  • Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in a collision, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size.
  • Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly.
  • Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt.
  • Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of tion.
  • Page 58: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

    56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average In the driver and front passenger seats, the shoulder belt you will prefer a higher position.
  • Page 59: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. Driver Center Passenger The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of First Row the latch plate. Second 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing.
  • Page 60: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped

    58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will Equipped hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode. In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- locked.
  • Page 61: Energy Management Feature

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Energy Management Feature are designed to remove any slack from the seat belt systems in the event of a collision. These devices may This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that Management feature in the front seating positions to help the belt is tight around the occupant early in a collision.
  • Page 62: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert®)

    60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (BeltAlert®) (8 km/h), BeltAlert® will provide both audio and visual notification. BeltAlert® is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger The front passenger seat BeltAlert®...
  • Page 63: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is the risk of injury in a collision.
  • Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision. This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon...
  • Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Air Bag System Components Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, front, Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC system components: air bags are located above the side windows and their •...
  • Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front and Side Impact Sensors WARNING! • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, • No objects should be placed over or near the air bag on the instrument panel, because any such •...
  • Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant SABIC air bags may offer side-impact protection to front during a side impact.
  • Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- WARNING! brated to deploy the side air bags during impacts that • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right require air bag occupant protection. SABIC, do not stack luggage or other cargo up high SAB and SABIC air bags are a supplement to the seat belt enough to block the location of the SABIC.
  • Page 69: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Knee Impact Bolsters Based on the impact sensor’s signals, a central electronic ORC deploys the Advanced Front Air Bags, SABIC air The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the bags, SABs, Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag, driver and front passenger, and position the front occu- Supplemental Passenger Side Knee Air Bag, and front pants for the best interaction with the Advanced Front...
  • Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE underrides, and angle offset collisions. On the other hand, The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of depending on the type and location of impact, Advanced the air bag system whenever the ignition is in the START Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver and Front Passen- or ON/RUN position.
  • Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- The Occupant Classification System (OCS) consists of the ment cluster Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is following: noted that could affect the air bag system. The diagnos- •...
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The front passenger seat is occupied by a rearward * It is possible for a child to be classified as an adult, facing infant seat; or allowing a full-power front passenger air bag deploy- ment.
  • Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 • Sitting in the center of the seat with their feet comfort- The OCM works with the OCS sensor to determine the front passenger seat occupant’s most probable classifica- ably on or near the floor tion.
  • Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The OCS may not classify the front passenger properly if: WARNING! • The front passenger’s weight is transferred to another Occupants in the front passenger seat sitting improp- part of the vehicle (like the door, arm rest or instru- erly may cause the OCS to not classify the passen- ment panel) ger’s weight accurately.
  • Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly...
  • Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly...
  • Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 WARNING! Placing an object on the floor under the front pas- senger seat may prevent the OCS from working properly, which may result in serious injury or death in a collision. Do not place any objects on the floor under the front passenger.
  • Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The front passenger seat is equipped with Flip ’n Stow™ any reason, take the vehicle to your authorized dealer. Front Passenger Seat Storage (refer to “Understanding Only Chrysler Group LLC approved seat accessories may The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 The following requirements must be strictly followed: WARNING! • Do not modify the front passenger seat assembly or Unapproved modifications or service procedures to components in any way. the passenger seat assembly, its related components, •...
  • Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the Inflator Units vent holes of the air bag. In this way, the air bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
  • Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB) Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain Inflator Units (SABIC) Inflator Units The Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) are During collisions where the impact is confined to a designed to activate only in certain side collisions.
  • Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time, vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of the battery has power, until the ignition key is re- whether or not an air bag should have deployed.
  • Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or or all of the following may occur: throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues, see your doctor.
  • Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.
  • Page 85: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may You will want to have the air bags ready to not be ready to inflate for your protection.
  • Page 86: Child Restraints

    84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of are recorded. However, other parties, such as law en- time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle forcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of is designed to record such data as: personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.
  • Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Children 12 years or younger should ride properly NOTE: buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash • For additional information, refer to www.seatcheck.org or statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in call 1–866–SEATCHECK.
  • Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Infants and Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Toddlers younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear...
  • Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Infants And Child Restraints their infant carrier but are still less than at least two years old. Children should remain rearward-facing until they Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- reach the highest weight or height allowed by their facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until convertible child seat.
  • Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Older Children And Child Restraints WARNING! Children who are two years old or who have outgrown their • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward-facing in or child restraint.
  • Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Children Too Large For Booster Seats If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle. If the Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt child is using the lap/shoulder belt, check belt fit peri- comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend odically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched.
  • Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor...
  • Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (LATCH) Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system Restraint System has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child 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 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
  • Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until weight of the child restraint) for using the the combined weight of the child and the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
  • Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can two child restraints be attached using Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with a common lower LATCH anchorage? two or more child restraints. If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to in- stall a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchor-...
  • Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, below the anchorage sym- bols on the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
  • Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located in the panel between the rear seatback and the rear window. They are found under a plastic cover with the tether anchorage symbol on it.
  • Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be WARNING! equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the than one child restraint.
  • Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint 4. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- 1. If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- ing position.
  • Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt WARNING! When using the LATCH attaching system to install a • Improper installation of a child restraint to the child restraint, stow all ALR seat belts that are not being LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant used by other occupants or being used to secure child or child restraint.
  • Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Belt Restraints in this Vehicle The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip.
  • Page 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + Weight limit of the Always use the tether anchor when using weight of the child restraint) for using the Child Restraint the seat belt to install a forward facing Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a child restraint, up to the recommended forward facing child restraint?
  • Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of the seat belt until you have pulled all the seat belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) webbing out of the retractor.
  • Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by 2. Next, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the pulling back and forth on the child seat at the seat belt retractor to pass it through the belt path of the child path.
  • Page 106 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by If the belt still cannot be tightened after you shorten the pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt buckle, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn path.
  • Page 107 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 2. Rotate or lift the cover to access the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint. 3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat.
  • Page 108: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to Transporting Pets the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram. Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly 5.
  • Page 109: Safety Tips

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri- should be considered a normal part of the break-in and mental and should be avoided.
  • Page 110: Exhaust Gas

    108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people follow these safety tips: •...
  • Page 111: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-...
  • Page 112 110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Defroster WARNING! Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of the blower control on high speed. You should be able to vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- feel the air directed against the windshield.
  • Page 113: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside WARNING! (Continued) The Vehicle • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always Tires properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning. Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear •...
  • Page 114 112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Door Latches Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid (if equipped), or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and corrected immediately.
  • Page 115: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped . . .123 MIRRORS ......119 ▫...
  • Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Advanced Phone Connectivity ... .151 ▫ Voice Command System Operation ..201 ▫ Things You Should Know About Your ▫...
  • Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 ▫ Head Restraints ..... .228 ▫ Multifunction Lever ....240 ▫...
  • Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF Automatic Headlights Only) ... . .247 EQUIPPED ......257 ▫...
  • Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 ▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ....284 OVERHEAD CONSOLE ....272 ▫...
  • Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Front Seat Cupholders ....290 ▫ Rear Seat Armrest Storage — If Equipped ..296 ▫...
  • Page 121: Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
  • Page 122: Outside Mirrors

    120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror. NOTE: The passenger side convex outside mirror will give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the lane next to your vehicle.
  • Page 123: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Outside Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped The third LED supplies illuminated entry lighting, which turns on in both mirrors when you use the Remote Some models have outside mirrors that are hinged. The Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or open any door.
  • Page 124: Power Mirrors

    122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a The power mirror controls are located on the drivers door mirror, press either the L (left) or R (right) button to select trim panel.
  • Page 125: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped Sun Visor “Slide-On Rod” Feature — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use This feature allows for additional flexibility in position- the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the ing the visor to block out the sun.
  • Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Transmission Vehicles The BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in any forward gear or REVERSE and enters stand-by mode when the vehicle is in PARK. Manual Transmission Vehicles The BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in any gear and enters stand-by mode when the Park Brake is engaged, the vehicle is not in REVERSE, and the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 system monitors the detection zones on both sides of the vehicle when the vehicle speed reaches approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or higher and will alert the driver of vehicles in these areas. NOTE: •...
  • Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The area on the rear fascia where the radar sensors are Entering From The Side located must remain free of snow, ice, and dirt/road Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either contamination so that the BSM system can function side of the vehicle.
  • Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Entering From The Rear Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed of Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning light speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
  • Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in berms, etc.
  • Page 131: Rear Cross Path

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 WARNING! The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones. The BSM system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
  • Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the system will not be able to alert the driver. When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE, the driver is alerted using both the visual and audible alarms, including reducing the radio volume.
  • Page 133: Modes Of Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Modes Of Operation Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime Three selectable modes of operation are available in the When operating in Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime mode, Uconnect® System. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings/ the BSM system will provide a visual alert in the appro- Customer Programmable Features”...
  • Page 134: General Information

    132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the system is in RCP, the system shall respond with General Information both visual and audible alerts when a detected object is This vehicle has systems that operate on radio frequency present. Whenever an audible alert is requested, the radio that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications volume is reduced.
  • Page 135: Uconnect® Phone (Uconnect® 200)

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Uconnect® Phone (Uconnect® 200) For additional information on Uconnect®: • U.S. residents - visit http://www.DriveUconnect.com Uconnect® Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. Uconnect® Phone al- or call 1-877-855-8400. lows you to dial a phone number with your mobile •...
  • Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE allows up to seven mobile phones to be linked to the you press the Uconnect® Phone button you will system. Only one linked (or paired) mobile phone can be hear a BEEP. The beep is your signal to give a used with the system at a time.
  • Page 137: Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • For each feature explanation in this section, only the The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the Uconnect® Phone such as “Phone” or caller ID. compound form of the voice command is given. You can also break the commands into parts and say each Operation part of the command when you are asked for it.
  • Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Help Command To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer- ence your mobile phone Owner’s Manual. The If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to Uconnect® website may also provide detailed instruc- know your options at any prompt, say “Help”...
  • Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 • For identification purposes, you will be prompted to Dial By Saying A Number give the Uconnect® Phone a name for your mobile • Push the button to begin. phone. Each mobile phone that is paired should be •...
  • Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system will prompt you to say the name of the Phonebook Download — Automatic Phonebook person you want to call. Transfer From Mobile Phone • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, Uconnect®...
  • Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 • A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down- • This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or loaded and updated every time a phone is connected deleted on the Uconnect® Phone. These can only be to the Uconnect®...
  • Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., Edit Uconnect® Phonebook Entries “Home,” “Work,” “Mobile,” or “Other”). This will NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone- when the vehicle is not in motion.
  • Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to delete.
  • Page 144: Phone Call Features

    142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List All Uconnect® Phonebook Names Phone Call Features • Press the The following features can be accessed through the button to begin. Uconnect® Phone if the feature(s) are available on your • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say cellular service plan.
  • Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Press the button to accept the call. To reject the call, Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In press and hold the button until you hear a single Progress beep, indicating that the incoming call was rejected. To make a second call while you are currently on a call, press the button and say “Dial”...
  • Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Toggling Between Calls Call Termination If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), To end a call in progress, momentarily press the but- press the button until you hear a single beep, ton.
  • Page 147: Uconnect® Phone Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 NOTE: This may not be the last number dialed from the Uconnect® Phone Features Uconnect® Phone. Language Selection Call Continuation To change the language that the Uconnect® Phone is Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the using: Uconnect®...
  • Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Emergency Assistance NOTE: • The emergency number dialed is based on the country If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is reachable: where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S., Canada, and Mexico).
  • Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 NOTE: WARNING! • The roadside assistance number dialed is based on the To use your Uconnect® Phone System in an emer- country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528-2069 gency, your mobile phone must be: for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14-3454 for •...
  • Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Mail Calling followed by the word “Send”. For example, if required to enter your PIN followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to Working you can press the button and say, “3 7 4 6 # Send”.
  • Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 NOTE: Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF • You may not hear all of the tones due to mobile phone Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect® Phone network configurations.
  • Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Mute/Un-Mute (Mute ON/OFF) You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone When you mute the Uconnect® Phone, you will still be keypad and still use the Uconnect® Phone (while dialing able to hear the conversation coming from the other via the mobile phone keypad, the user must exercise party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
  • Page 153: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Advanced Phone Connectivity List Paired Mobile Phone Names • Press the Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say The Uconnect® Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- ferred from your mobile phone to the Uconnect®...
  • Page 154: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® Phone

    152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Select Another Mobile Phone Delete Uconnect® Phone Paired Mobile Phones • Press the This feature allows you to select and start using another button to begin. phone paired with the Uconnect® Phone. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
  • Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Voice Training You can either press the Uconnect® Phone button to restore the factory setting or repeat the words and For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- phrases when prompted by the Uconnect® Phone. For nizing their voice commands or numbers, the Uconnect®...
  • Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Performance is maximized under: Voice Command • Low-To-Medium Blower Setting. Uconnect® Voice Command Tutorial • Low-To-Medium Vehicle Speed. To hear a brief tutorial of the Voice Command features, press the button and say “Voice Command Tuto- •...
  • Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 • Storing names in the phonebook when the vehicle is Far End Audio Performance not in motion is recommended. • Audio quality is maximized under: • It is not recommended to store similar sounding names •...
  • Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and not the Uconnect® Phone • Echo at the phone far end can sometimes be reduced by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume •...
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  • Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) zero call cancel three confirmation prompts four continue five delete dial seven download eight edit nine emergency star (*) English plus (+) erase all pound (#) Espanol add location...
  • Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) help previous home record again language redial list names return to main menu return or main menu list phones select phone select mobile send mute set up...
  • Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Text Reply Send Messages: Uconnect® Phone can read or send new messages on You can send messages using Uconnect® Phone. To send your phone. a new message: • Press the Read Messages: button.
  • Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 3. Where are you? 16. Can this wait? 4. I need more direction. 17. Bye for now 5. L O L 18. When can we meet 6. Why 19. Send number to call 7.
  • Page 166: General Information

    164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Bluetooth® Communication Link Uconnect® PHONE (8.4/8.4N) Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the Uconnect® 8.4/8.4Nav Uconnect® Phone. When this happens, the connection Uconnect® Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- can generally be reestablished by switching the phone vehicle communications system.
  • Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 • Calling Back the last incoming call number (“Call • Sending a text message via the touchscreen. Back”). • Listen to Music on your Bluetooth® Device via the • View Call logs on screen (“Show incoming calls,” touchscreen.
  • Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect® Phone allows you to transfer calls between wires or a docking station, so Uconnect® Phone works no the system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit matter where you stow your mobile phone (be it your purse, your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone is turned on and microphone for private conversation.
  • Page 169: Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Uconnect® Voice Command Button Operation The Uconnect® Voice Command button Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect® is only used for “barge in” and when you are Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect® Phone already in a call and you want to send Tones menu structure.
  • Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For certain operations, compound commands can be Natural Speech used. For example, instead of saying “Call” and then Your Uconnect® Phone Voice system uses a Natural “John Smith” and then “mobile”, the following com- Language Voice Recognition (VR) engine.
  • Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 The system utilizes continuous dialog; when the system Cancel Command requires more information from the user it will ask a At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and question to which the user can respond without pressing you will be returned to the main menu.
  • Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer- ence your mobile phone Owner’s Manual. The Uconnect® website may also provide detailed instruc- tions for pairing. 1. Touch the “Phone” soft-key on the screen to begin. 2.
  • Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 • Touch the “Add Device” soft-key. • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth® enabled mobile phone. When prompted on the phone, enter the name and PIN shown on the Uconnect® screen. • See step 4 to complete the process. 4.
  • Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pair Additional Mobile Phones NOTE: For phones which are not made a favorite, the phone priority is determined by the order in which it was 1. Touch the “Settings” soft-key from the Phone main paired.
  • Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 NOTE: If there is no device currently connected with the You can also use the following VR command to bring up system, a pop-up will appear. a list of paired audio devices: • “Show Paired Phones” 5.
  • Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Disconnecting A Phone Or Audio Device 4. The options pop-up will be displayed. 1. Touch the “Settings” soft-key. 5. Touch the “Delete Device” soft-key. 2. Touch the “Paired Phone” or “Audio Device” soft-key. 6.
  • Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 • A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down- Phonebook Download (Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone) — If Equipped loaded and updated every time a phone is connected to the Uconnect® Phone. If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, •...
  • Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Managing Your Favorite Phonebook There are three ways you can add an entry to your Favorite Phonebook. 1. During an active call of a number to make a favorite, touch and hold a favorite button on the top of the phone main screen.
  • Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 touch the “+” on that selected entry. When the Options To Remove A Favorite pop-up appears, touch “Add from Mobile.” You will 1. To remove a Favorite, select phonebook from the then be asked which contact and number to choose Phone main screen.
  • Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Emergency And Towing Assistance The Emergency and Towing Assistance Favorite numbers can only be altered. These cannot be deleted and the names cannot be changed. To change the Emergency or Towing Assistance numbers follow these steps.
  • Page 181: Phone Call Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect® Phone if the feature(s) are available and supported by Bluetooth® on your mobile service plan. For example, if your mobile service plan provides three- way calling, this feature can be accessed through the Uconnect®...
  • Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Mobile Phonebook 3. The Uconnect® Phone will dial the number associated with John Doe, or if there are multiple numbers it will • Recent Call Log ask which number you want to call for John Doe. •...
  • Page 183 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Touch-Tone Number Entry Recent Calls You may browse up to 34 of the most recent of each of the 1. Press the “Phone” button on the touchscreen. following call types: 2. Press the “Dial” button on the touchscreen. 3.
  • Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Missed Calls Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — No Call Currently In Progress • All Calls When you receive a call on your mobile phone, the These can be accessed by touching the “recent calls” Uconnect®...
  • Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 NOTE: The Uconnect® Phone compatible phones in the Toggling Between Calls market today do not support rejecting an incoming call If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), when another call is in progress. Therefore, the user can touch the “Swap”...
  • Page 186: Uconnect® Phone Features

    184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Redial Uconnect® Phone Features Touch the “Redial” soft-key, or press the and after the Emergency Assistance “Listening” prompt and the following beep, say “Re- If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is dial.”...
  • Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 NOTE: Roadside Assistance / Towing Assistance • The Emergency call may also be initiated by using the If you need roadside/towing assistance: touchscreen. 1. Press the button on the steering wheel to begin. •...
  • Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Working With Automated Systems sequence of numbers, is also to be used for navigating through an automated customer service center menu This method is used in instances where one generally has structure, and to leave a number on a pager. to press numbers on the mobile phone keypad while navigating through an automated telephone system.
  • Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 • Some paging and voice mail systems have system time Voice Response Length out settings that are too short and may not allow the It is possible for you to choose between Brief and use of this feature.
  • Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad dialing a number with your connected Bluetooth® mo- bile phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s audio system. The Uconnect® Phone will work WARNING! the same as if you dial the number using voice a Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle command.
  • Page 191: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 Advanced Phone Connectivity Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® Phone Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone Voice Command The Uconnect® Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to ferred from your mobile phone to the Uconnect®...
  • Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Performance is maximized under: Phonebook (Mobile and Favorites) name recognition rate is optimized when the entries are not similar. You can say • Low-To-Medium Blower Setting “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). • Low-To-Medium Vehicle Speed Even though international dialing for most number com- •...
  • Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 Performance such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and not the Uconnect® Phone. Echo at the far end can sometimes be reduced by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume.
  • Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Read Messages: Once a message is received and viewed or listened to, you will have the following options: If you receive a new text message while your phone is • Send a Reply connected to Uconnect®...
  • Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 Send Messages Using Voice Commands: 1. Press the button. 2. After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, say “Send message to John Smith mobile.” 3. After the system prompts you for what message you want to send, say the message you wish to send or say “List.”...
  • Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List of Preset Messages: 1. Yes. 2. No. 3. Okay. 4. I can’t talk right now. 5. Call me. 6. I’ll call you later. 7. I’m on my way. Preset Message List 8. Thanks. 9.
  • Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 11. See you in <number> minutes. Bluetooth® Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the 12. Stuck in traffic. Uconnect® Phone. When this happens, the connection 13. Start without me. can generally be re-established by switching the mobile phone OFF/ON.
  • Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
  • Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 NOTE: 6. Send dial tones for automated systems is available while a call is active. This is an example that uses a 1. You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your Phonebook Record named “Voicemail Password.”...
  • Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 201 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 NOTE: 5. You can replace “248 555 1212” with any phone number supported by your Mobile phone. 1. You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your mobile or favorite phone book. You can also say “Send 6.
  • Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 203: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 NOTE: Available Voice Commands are shown in bold VOICE COMMAND (Uconnect® 200) face and underlined in the gray shaded boxes. Voice Command System Operation General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and This Voice Command system allows you to RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
  • Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pressing the Voice Command button while the WARNING! system is speaking is known as “barging in.” The system will be interrupted, and after the beep, you can Any voice commanded system should be used only add or change commands.
  • Page 205: Commands

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 To hear the first available Menu, press the Voice Com- Main Menu mand button and say “Help” or “Main Menu”. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button. You may say “Main Menu” to switch to Commands the main menu.
  • Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Radio AM Radio FM To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM.” In To switch to the FM band, say “FM” or “Radio FM.” In this mode, you may say the following commands: this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
  • Page 207 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 Satellite Radio Disc Mode To switch to satellite radio mode, say “Sat” or “Satellite To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc.” In this mode, you Radio.” In this mode, you may say the following com- may say the following commands: mands: •...
  • Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Bluetooth® Streaming (BT) Mode Memo Mode To switch to Bluetooth® Streaming (BT) mode, say To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo.” In “Bluetooth Streaming.” In this mode, you may say the this mode, you may say the following commands: following commands: •...
  • Page 209 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) — • “Main menu setup” During the playback you may press the Voice Com- • “Switch to setup” mand button to stop playing memos. You pro- In this mode, you may say the following commands: ceed by saying one of the following commands: •...
  • Page 210: Voice Training

    208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Training VOICE COMMAND For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- Uconnect® 8.4/8.4 Nav nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect® Voice “Voice Training” feature may be used. The Uconnect® Voice Command system allows 1.
  • Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 If no command is spoken the system will say one of two WARNING! responses: Any voice commanded system should be used only • I didn’t understand in safe driving conditions following all applicable •...
  • Page 212: Uconnect® Voice Commands

    210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: At any time, you can say the words “Cancel” or To hear available commands, press the Uconnect® Voice “Help.” Command button and say “Help.” You will hear available commands for the screen displayed. These commands are universal and can be used from any menu.
  • Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 Changing The Volume Starting Voice Recognition (VR) Session In Radio/Player Modes 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command In this mode, you can say the following commands: button. NOTE: The commands can be said on any screen when 2.
  • Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
  • Page 215 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 NOTE: • You can replace “950 AM” with any other AM or FM frequency, such as “98.7 FM.” • You can replace “80’s on 8” with any other satellite station name received by the radio. •...
  • Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 217 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 NOTE: • You can replace the album, artist, song, genre, playlist, podcast and audio book names with any correspond- ing names on the current device that is playing. • You can replace “8” with any track on the CD that is currently playing.
  • Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 NOTE: • You can replace “NFL” with any league shown on the sports league screen. For example you can say “Show MLB headlines” or “Show PGA headlines.” • You can replace “Headlines” with any menu items shown on a league screen.
  • Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 221 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 NOTE: • Only available with Navigation equipped vehicles. • You can replace “Player” with “Radio,” “Navigation,” “Phone,” “Climate,” “More” or “Settings.” • Navigation commands only work if equipped with Navigation. NOTE: Available Voice Commands are shown in bold face and shaded grey.
  • Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 223: Seats

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 NOTE: SEATS • You can also say “Find City,” “Find Favorite,” “Find Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the vehicle. Play by Category,” “Find Play by Name,” “Find Re- cently Found,”...
  • Page 224: Power Seats - If Equipped

    222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats — If Equipped Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Some models may be equipped with a power driver’s The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. seat. The power seat switch is located on the outboard Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will side of the seat near the floor.
  • Page 225 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 Power Lumbar — If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats may be equipped with power lumbar. The power lumbar switch is located on the outboard side of the power seat. Push the switch forward or rearward to increase or decrease the lumbar support.
  • Page 226: Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment

    224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once you have On models equipped with manual seats, the adjusting reached the desired position.
  • Page 227: Manual Front Seat Recline Adjustment

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 Manual Front Seat Recline Adjustment WARNING! To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
  • Page 228: Heated Seats - If Equipped

    226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated seats to operate. WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater.
  • Page 229 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 Front Heated Seat Operations — Vehicles Press the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key Equipped With Uconnect® 8.4 and 8.4N: once to select HI-level heating. Press the soft- key a second time to select LO-level heating. Press the “Controls”...
  • Page 230: Head Restraints

    228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt Head Restraints within two to five minutes. Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will impact.
  • Page 231 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 Active Head Restraints — Front Seats The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with Active Head Restraints (AHR). In the event of a rear impact the AHRs will automatically extend forward minimizing the gap between the back of the occupants head and the AHR.
  • Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head WARNING! restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push Do not place items over the top of the Active Head downward on the head restraint.
  • Page 233: Folding Rear Seat

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 Folding Rear Seat After releasing the seatback, it can be folded forward. The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area. To fold the rear seatback, pull on the loops located on the upper seatback. NOTE: The upper seatback loops can be tucked away when not in use.
  • Page 234: To Open And Close The Hood

    232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD WARNING! Two latches must be released to open the hood. • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side position.
  • Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety 3. Lift upward on the hood prop rod to release it from the catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the stowage retainer.
  • Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Place the hood prop rod in the hood slot to secure the CAUTION! hood in the open position. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- mately 6 in (15 cm), and then drop it.
  • Page 237: Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instru- ment panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, inte- rior lights and fog lights.
  • Page 238: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped

    236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on...
  • Page 239: Headlight Time Delay

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 Headlight Time Delay NOTE: • The lights must be turned off within 45 seconds of This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination for up to 90 seconds (programmable) when leaving your placing the ignition in the OFF position to activate this vehicle in an unlit area.
  • Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To Activate • The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control can be 1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO headlight turned on or off using the Uconnect® System. Refer to position. “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- 2.
  • Page 241: Daytime Running Lights (Drl)

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Fog Lights — If Equipped The Daytime Running Lights will come on whenever the The front fog light switch is built into the headlight ignition is placed in the RUN position, the headlights are switch.
  • Page 242: Multifunction Lever

    240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking Multifunction Lever lights or the low beam headlights and press the The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn headlight switch. To turn off the front fog lights, either signals, headlight beam selection and passing lights.
  • Page 243: Turn Signals

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 Turn Signals Lane Change Assist Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
  • Page 244: Front Map/Reading Lights

    242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Map/Reading Lights The lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light is pressed.
  • Page 245 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 Dimmer Controls With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the left dimmer control upward will increase the brightness of The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and is the instrument panel lights and lighted cupholders (if located on the left side of the instrument panel.
  • Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ambient Light Control Dome Light Position Rotate the right dimmer control upward or downward to Rotate the left dimmer control completely upward to the increase or decrease the brightness of the door handle second detent to turn on the interior lights.
  • Page 247: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent Wiper System The multifunction lever operates the windshield wipers Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions and washer when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be- or ACC position.
  • Page 248: Mist Feature

    246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mist Feature CAUTION! Rotate the end of the lever downward to the Mist • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving position to activate a single wipe cycle to clear off road through an automatic car wash. Damage to the mist or spray from a passing vehicle.
  • Page 249: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper Headlights On With Wipers (Available With control is in the delay range, the wipers will operate for Automatic Headlights Only) two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on the intermittent interval previously selected.
  • Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the NOTE: multifunction lever. Wiper delay position 1 is the least • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the sensitive, and wiper delay position 4 is the most sensi- wiper speed is in the low or high position.
  • Page 251: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 • Neutral Wipe Inhibit — The Rain Sensing feature will TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN not operate when the ignition is placed in the RUN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column position, the automatic transmission shift lever is in upward or downward.
  • Page 252: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped

    250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED down. To tilt the steering column, move the steering The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps wheel upward or downward as desired.
  • Page 253 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 Controls Soft-Key Heated Steering Wheel Soft-Key NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated steering wheel to operate.
  • Page 254: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped

    252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start WARNING! (Continued) On models that are equipped with remote start, the • Do not place anything on the steering wheel that heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steering during a remote start through the Uconnect®...
  • Page 255: To Activate

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- tronic Speed Control system has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control system can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed.
  • Page 256: To Set A Desired Speed

    254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For Premium Clusters Only WARNING! • When set to analog mode: The red outer line on the Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on speedometer changes from red to white to identify set when not in use is dangerous.
  • Page 257: To Resume Speed

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 For Premium Clusters Only The speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: • When set to analog mode: The white outer line on the speedometer returns to red. U.S.
  • Page 258: To Accelerate For Passing

    256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Decrease Speed Metric Speed (km/h) • Pressing the SET (-) button once will result in a 2 km/h When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can de- crease speed by pushing the SET (-) button. decrease in set speed.
  • Page 259: Parksense® Rear Park Assist - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the vehicle set speed. The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist system provides visual and audible indications of the distance between the rear NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains fascia and a detected obstacle when backing up, e.g.
  • Page 260: Parksense® Sensors

    258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense® Sensors ParkSense® Display The four ParkSense® sensors, located in the rear fascia/ When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within will turn ON indicating the system status. the sensors’...
  • Page 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 If an obstacle is detected in the center rear region, the display will show a single solid arc in the center rear region and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
  • Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE One-Half Second Tone Slow Tone...
  • Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 Slow Tone Fast Tone...
  • Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Fast Tone...
  • Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 Continuous Tone Continuous Tone The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
  • Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Rear Greater 79-59 in 59-47 in 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than Distance than (200- (150- (120- (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (in/cm) 79 in 150 cm) 120 cm) 100 cm) (30 cm) (200 cm)
  • Page 267: Enabling And Disabling Parksense

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled using the Uconnect® System. The available choices are: Off, Sound During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense® Rear Park Only, or Sound and Display.
  • Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If “WIPE OFF REAR PARK ASSIST SENSORS” appears If “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SENSORS” or “SERVICE in the EVIC make sure the outer surface and the under- PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” appears in the EVIC, see an side of the rear fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow, authorized dealer.
  • Page 269 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 single chime, once per ignition cycle, and it will display the PARK ASSIST SYSTEM DISABLED message. If “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM DISABLED” appears in the EVIC, cycle the ignition. If the message appears again, see an authorized dealer.
  • Page 270: Cleaning The Parksense® System

    268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE Cleaning The ParkSense® System position and ParkSense® is turned off, the EVIC will Clean the ParkSense® sensors with water, car wash soap display the “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF” message for and a soft cloth.
  • Page 271 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure • ParkSense® is only a parking aid and it is unable to to check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles. obstructions, and blind spots before backing up.
  • Page 272: Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped

    270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE, the rear EQUIPPED camera mode is exited and the last selected touchscreen appears again. Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear NOTE: The ParkView®...
  • Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 WARNING! CAUTION! • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView® should only Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera. Always be used as a parking aid. The ParkView® camera is check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to unable to view every obstacle or object in your check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob-...
  • Page 274: Turning Parkview® On Or Off - With Touchscreen Radio

    272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turning ParkView® On Or Off — With Touchscreen Radio 1. Turn the Radio on. 2. Push the “More” soft-key. 3. Push the “Settings” soft-key. 4. Push the “Safety & Driving Assistance” soft-key. 5. Push the check box soft-key next to “Parkview® Backup Camera”...
  • Page 275 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 Sunglass Bin Door At the front of the console a compartment is provided for the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The storage compart- ment access is a “push/push” design. Push the chrome pad on the door to open.
  • Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery.
  • Page 277 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink®...
  • Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons. • If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
  • Page 279 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 1. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. attached to the garage door opener/device motor. Firmly press and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) ING”...
  • Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button Programming A Non-Rolling Code To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured follow these steps: before 1995. 1. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. 1.
  • Page 281 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button 3. Without releasing the button proceed with “Program- and observe the indicator light. ming A Non-Rolling Code” step 2 and follow all remaining steps. • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- ming is complete and the garage door/device should Canadian/Gate Operator Programming activate when the HomeLink®...
  • Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling 4. Watch for the HomeLink® indicator to change flash process to prevent possible overheating of the garage rates. When it changes, it is programmed. It may take door or gate motor.
  • Page 283 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button Security To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn follow these steps: in your vehicle. To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for 20 1.
  • Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you have any problems, or require assistance, please WARNING! (Continued) call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance. Federal safety standards.
  • Page 285 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 NOTE: • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s authority to operate the device.
  • Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the object, to project through the sunroof opening.
  • Page 287 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode To open the sunroof, press and hold the switch rearward To close the sunroof, press and hold the switch in the to full open. Any release of the switch will stop the forward position.
  • Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protect Override Sunshade Operation If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) prevents closing The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the the sunroof, attempt to remove the obstruction and then sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. press and hold the switch forward until the sunroof fully NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is closes.
  • Page 289 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 Sunroof Maintenance Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel. ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS — IF EQUIPPED The 12 Volt (13 Amp) instrument panel power outlet is located on the lower instrument panel, below the climate controls.
  • Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. •...
  • Page 291 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
  • Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS CAUTION! (Continued) Front Seat Cupholders • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will degrade the The cupholders are located in the center console forward battery even more quickly. Only use these intermit- of the armrest between the front seats.
  • Page 293 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 291 Rear Seat Cupholders STORAGE The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest Glove Compartment between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned for- The glove compartment is located on the passenger side ward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide convenient of the instrument panel.
  • Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE There is a storage compartment located under the center console armrest. In addition, the 12 Volt power outlet, USB and Aux jack are located here. Opened Glove Compartment Console Features An open storage area, or cubby bin, is located in the Center Console center console forward of the shift lever.
  • Page 295 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 293 WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Driving with the console compartment lid open may result in injury in a collision. Door Storage The door panels contain storage areas. Front Door Trim Storage...
  • Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Flip ’n Stow™ Front Passenger Seat Storage — If Equipped Some models may be equipped with storage under the front passenger seat cushion. Pull upward on the seat cushion loop to open the storage compartment. Rear Door Trim Storage Passenger Seat Cushion Loop...
  • Page 297 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 295 NOTE: Make sure that objects inside the bin do not interfere with the latch before closing the seat. Push the seat cushion downward after closing it to make sure it latches to the base. WARNING! Be certain that the seat cushion is locked securely into position before using the seat.
  • Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Seat Armrest Storage — If Equipped CARGO AREA FEATURES For rear passengers there is a storage bin located in the Cargo Area — 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat — If armrest. Lift upward on the latch to open the storage Equipped compartment.
  • Page 299 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 297 Rear Seatback Loops Folded Rear Seatback After releasing the seatback, it can be folded forward. When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat strap.
  • Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle position. If the seatback is not securely locked into handling.
  • Page 301 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 299 Cargo Tie-Downs Ski Pass-Through The rear cargo area is equipped with cargo tie-downs, There is a ski pass-through door located behind the rear located on either side of the rear cargo area. seat armrest that allows longer items, such as snow skis, to be stored in the rear cargo area.
  • Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: The rear window defroster button is located on • Use care when washing the inside of the rear the climate control.
  • Page 303: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Four Button EVIC — If Equipped ..332 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..304 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE ..305 Uconnect®...
  • Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operation Instructions — CD MODE For ▫ Connecting The iPod® Or External USB CD And MP3 Audio Play ....372 Device .
  • Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 ▫ Manual Heating And Air Conditioning — If ▫ Climate Control Functions ....400 Equipped ......390 ▫...
  • Page 306: Instrument Panel Features

    304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Demister 5 — Glove Compartment 9 — Trunk Release 2 — Outlet 6 — Climate Control Hard Controls/ 10 — Hood Release 3 — Instrument Cluster Uconnect® System Hard Controls 11 —...
  • Page 307: Instrument Cluster - Base

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE...
  • Page 308: Instrument Cluster - Premium Analog

    306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM ANALOG...
  • Page 309: Instrument Cluster - Premium Digital

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM DIGITAL...
  • Page 310: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System 1. Tachometer (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when This gauge measures engine revolutions-per-minute one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
  • Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS CAUTION! malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is The TPMS has been optimized for the original combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipment tires and wheels.
  • Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Turn Signal Indicators The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, The arrow will flash with the exterior turn or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to signal when the turn signal lever is operated.
  • Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the WARNING! vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem others could be badly burned by steam or boiling diagnosed and corrected.
  • Page 314 312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped Center (EVIC). Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” for further information. This indicator will illuminate when the front 8. High Beam Indicator fog lights are on. This indicator shows that the high beam head- 7.
  • Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 10. Brake Warning Light The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic This light monitors various brake functions, system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is including brake fluid level and parking brake indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on application.
  • Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
  • Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 14. Power Steering System Warning is required and you may experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle This light is used to manage the electrical may require towing. The light will come on when the warning of the EPS (Power Steering System).
  • Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped 20. Low Fuel Light This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security (11.0 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly fuel is added.
  • Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer of Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. If your tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the odometer needs to be repaired or serviced, the repair instrument cluster.
  • Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 24. Oil Pressure Warning Light the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on. This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced light should turn on momentarily when the engine is as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock started.
  • Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 Certain conditions, such as poor fuel quality, etc., may WARNING! illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced typical driving cycles.
  • Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 29. Electronic Speed Control Indicator CAUTION! • Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera- This light will turn on when the electronic ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause speed control is ON. For further information, severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
  • Page 323: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 31. Red Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Reconfigurable Telltales This area will show reconfigurable red telltales (Door(s) Ajar, Oil Pressure Warning Telltale, Charging System Telltale, Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Telltale, Engine Temperature Warning Telltale, Electric Power Steering Malfunction).
  • Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Unstored Messages The main display area will normally display the main menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the menu. The main display area also displays pop up condition that activated the message is cleared.
  • Page 325: Engine Oil Change Indicator System

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 Engine Oil Change Indicator System Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Oil Change Required 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button and place the ignition in the Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.) indicator system.
  • Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The EVIC Menu Vehicles Not Equipped With Passive Entry Vehicles Equipped With Passive Entry 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine.) 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE 2.
  • Page 327: Two Button Evic - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 • Units Two Button EVIC — If Equipped • Language This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches mounted on the The system allows the driver to select information by steering wheel.
  • Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • UP Arrow Button • Key Fob Damaged • Key In Ignition Press and release the UP arrow button to scroll upward through the main menus (Odometer, • Left Turn Signal Out Digital Vehicle Speed, Trip Info, Range To •...
  • Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 • Service Air Bag Warning Light • Oil Temperature Hot • Washer Fluid Low • Check Fuel Cap • Parking Brake Engaged • Oil Change Due • Brake Fluid Low • Service Tire Pressure System •...
  • Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Cruise Set To XXX km/h • Remote Start Aborted Too Cold • Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled • Remote Start Active Push Start Button • Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled EVIC Main Menu • Front Seatbelts Unbuckled To step to each main menu feature press and release the UP button once for each step.
  • Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 • Oil Life Press the UP buttons to cycle through all the Trip Computer functions. • Settings The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- • Units tion: • Language Trip A NOTE: For features in the EVIC that can be reset (Average Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last Fuel Economy), the EVIC prompts a reset with a RIGHT reset.
  • Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Resetting A Trip Info Function When the RTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km) estimated driving distance, the RTE display will change To Reset any of the three Trip Info functions, select the to a text display of LOW FUEL”.
  • Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 Tire PSI Stored Messages Press and release the UP button until Tire Pressure is displayed. When a stored warning message is present, this icon is displayed in the lower left side of the Tire pressure information is displayed as follows: Tire Pressure menu.
  • Page 334: Four Button Evic - If Equipped

    332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Four Button EVIC — If Equipped – Oil Temperature – Oil Life This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches mounted on the • Stored Warning Messages steering wheel.
  • Page 335 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 • UP Arrow Button • RIGHT Arrow Button Press and release the UP arrow button to scroll Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to upward through the main menu and sub- access the information screens or sub-menu menus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Stored screens of a main menu item.
  • Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) 1 — Speedometer (Digital or Analog) (km/h or mph) Displays 2 — Main Screen — The inner ring of the display will The EVIC displays are located in the center portion of the illuminate in grey under normal conditions, yellow for cluster and consists of the follow sections: non critical warnings, red for critical warnings and white...
  • Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 • Service Power Steering Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Messages • Cruise Off • Front Seatbelts Unbuckled • Cruise Ready • Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled • Cruise Set To XXX MPH • Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled • Tire Pressure Screen With Low Tire(s) “Inflate Tire to XX” •...
  • Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Right Turn Signal Light Out • Remote Start Aborted Time Expired • Left Turn Signal Light Out • Remote Start Disabled Start to Reset • Turn Signal On • Service Airbag System • Vehicle Not In Park •...
  • Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 • Autostick Unavailable Service Required EVIC Amber Telltales • Automatic Unavailable Use Autostick Service Req. This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- tales. These telltales include: • Transmission Getting Hot Press Brake • Low Fuel Telltale •...
  • Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If this telltale turns on, safely pull over and stop the EVIC Red Telltales vehicle. Then, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off. telltales include: •...
  • Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • Charging System Telltale • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Telltale This telltale shows the status of the electrical This telltale informs you of a problem with the charging system. If the telltale stays on or comes Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
  • Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Engine Temperature Warning Telltale EVIC White Telltales • Electronic Speed Control ON This telltale warns of an overheated engine con- dition. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- This telltale will illuminate amber when the proaches H, this telltale will illuminate and a single electronic speed control is ON.
  • Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 Full Speedometer Analog Or Digital Display Vehicle Speed MPH / Km/h Selection Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow Full Speedometer Analog Icon button until the Vehicle Speed icon is high- lighted in the EVIC. Press the RIGHT arrow button to view a digital display of the current speed in MPH or km/h.
  • Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If one or more tires have low pressure, Inflate Tire To XX Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) is displayed with the vehicle ICON and the tire pressure values in each corner of the ICON with the pressure value Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow of the low tire displayed in a different color than the other button until the Vehicle Info icon is highlighted...
  • Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 Tire PSI is an information only function and cannot be reset. Press and release the LEFT arrow button to return to the main menu. Refer to “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” under “Starting and Operating” for further information. Fuel Economy Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Fuel Economy icon is high-...
  • Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Fuel Economy Digital Display Fuel Economy MPG Flower Analog Display The EVIC has the capability of displaying an interactive flower through the Fuel Economy sub-menu which will add one flower pedal for every 2.5 Miles Per Gallon (MPG) (1.06 km per liter (km/l) increment.
  • Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 Pressing the RIGHT arrow button will reset Average Fuel Economy which displays “0” immediately after reset. Then, the history information will be erased, and the averaging will continue from the last fuel average read- ing before the reset. Range To Empty (RTE) Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank.
  • Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the RTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km) Trip Info estimated driving distance, the RTE display will change to a “LOW FUEL” message. This display will continue Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow until the vehicle runs out of fuel.
  • Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 Trip Info Analog Display Trip Info Digital Display Press the UP/DOWN buttons to cycle through all the Trip Computer functions or press the LEFT arrow button to return to the main menu.
  • Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- Resetting A Trip Info Function tion: To Reset any of the three Trip Info functions, select the function you want to reset using the UP or DOWN Trip A buttons.
  • Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 Screen Setup Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to enter the Screen Setup sub-menu. The Screen Setup feature allows you to change the location that information is displayed Screen Setup Display Analog Icon within the instrument cluster. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight a screen setup location (i.e., Upper Left, Upper Right, etc.) then press the RIGHT arrow Screen Setup Display Digital Icon...
  • Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items Time • Speedometer Range To Empty (RTE) Analog 1 Average MPG Analog 2 Current MPG Digital 1 (default setting) Trip A Digital 2 Trip B • Gear Display • Upper Right Standard (PRND –/+) (default setting) None Single Character (D)
  • Page 353: Uconnect® Settings

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 • Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To Trip A Default Settings) Trip B Cancel • Lower Left Okay None (default setting) Compass Uconnect® SETTINGS Outside Temp The Uconnect® system uses a combination of soft and hard keys located on the center of the instrument panel Time that allows you to access and change the customer...
  • Page 354: Soft-Keys

    352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Turn the control knob to scroll through menus and NOTE: Only one touchscreen area may be selected at a change settings (i.e., 30, 60, 90), press the center of the time. control knob one or more times to select or change a When making a selection, press the soft-key to enter the setting (i.e., ON, OFF).
  • Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 • Display Brightness With Headlights OFF Display After pressing the Display soft-key the following settings When in this display, you may select the brightness with will be available. the headlights off. Adjust the brightness with the + and – setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale •...
  • Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Units • Touchscreen Beep When in this display, you may select to have the EVIC, When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the odometer, and navigation system (if equipped) changed sound heard when a touch screen button (soft-key) is between US and Metric units of measure.
  • Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 • Set Time Minutes Clock After pressing the Clock soft-key the following settings When in this display, you may adjust the minutes. The will be available. “Sync with GPS Time” soft-key must be unchecked. To make your selection touch the “+”...
  • Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Blind Spot Alert — If Equipped soft-key until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the setting has been selected. Touch the When this feature is selected, the Blind Spot Alert feature back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. can be set to Off, Lights or Lights and Chime.
  • Page 359 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 • Rain Sensing Auto Wipers NOTE: If your vehicle has experienced any damage in the area where the sensor is located, even if the fascia is When this feature is selected, the system will automati- not damaged, the sensor may have become misaligned.
  • Page 360 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Interior Accent Lighting • Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the interior accent lighting When this feature is selected, and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxi- surrounding the instrument panel will illuminate.
  • Page 361 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 • Daytime Running Lights Doors & Locks After pressing the Doors & Locks soft-key the following When this feature is selected, the headlights will turn on settings will be available. whenever the engine is running. To make your selection, touch the Daytime Running Lights soft-key, until a •...
  • Page 362 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Flash Lights With Lock • Sound Horn With Remote Start When this feature is selected, the exterior lights will flash When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote the remote start is activated.
  • Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 NOTE: If the vehicle is programmed 1st Press Of Key Fob been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the Unlocks, all doors will unlock no matter which Passive previous menu. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” in “Things Entry equipped door handle is grasped.
  • Page 364 362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Horn With Remote Start Engine Off Options After pressing the Engine Off Options soft-key the fol- When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when lowing settings will be available. the remote start is activated. To make your selection, touch the Sound Horn With Remote Start soft-key, until a •...
  • Page 365 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 • Headlight Off Delay NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds module is located, and it can cause interference with the when exiting the vehicle.
  • Page 366 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Perform Compass Calibration • Equalizer Touch the Calibration soft-key to change this setting. This When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – manually reset the compass.
  • Page 367 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 • Music Info Cleanup SiriusXM Setup After pressing the “SIRIUS Setup” soft-key the following This feature helps organize music files for optimized music settings will be available. navigation. To make your selection, touch the Music Info Cleanup soft-key, select On or Off followed by pressing the •...
  • Page 368: Uconnect® 200 - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack) And Siriusxm Radio

    366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Subscription Information Uconnect® 200 — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SiriusXM New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free RADIO limited time subscription to SiriusXM Satellite Radio with your radio. Following the expiration of the free services, it will be necessary to access the information on the Subscription Information screen in order to re- subscribe.
  • Page 369: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or the next listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the ACC position to operate the radio.
  • Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side ENTER/ INFO Button BROWSE control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call will highlight. letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text message broadcast from an FM station (FM mode only).
  • Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 Setting The Bass, Mid Range, Treble, Balance Or Press the ENTER/BROWSE button a second time and Fade MID RANGE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to To set the Bass, Mid Range, Treble, Balance or Fade decrease the mid-range tones.
  • Page 372 370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the BACK button to exit Bass, Mid Range, Treble, BROWSE button to set the minutes. The minutes will highlight. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Balance or Fade. SCROLL control knob. Press the ENTER/BROWSE but- MENU Button ton to save time change.
  • Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 • Repeat (RPT) — When Repeat is activated, the cur- ENTER/BROWSE button to set the minutes. The min- rently playing song will begin again when it ends. It utes will highlight. Adjust the minutes using the right will continue to cycle through the same song until side TUNE/SCROLL control knob.
  • Page 374: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To Set The Pushbutton Memory Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press and hold the NOTE: button (1–5) you wish to lock onto this station for three •...
  • Page 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON/RUN and the If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, and begin to play when you insert the disc.
  • Page 376: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button Shuffle and Repeat cannot be active at the same time. If one is selected while the other is currently active the Press this button to change the display from a large CD currently active one will be changed to OFF. These playing time display to a small CD playing time display.
  • Page 377 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. character extension) When reading discs recorded using formats other than •...
  • Page 378 376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3 File Formats Sampling MPEG Frequency Bit Rate (kbps) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- Specification (kHz) sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 extension may cause playback problems. The radio is MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224,...
  • Page 379: Enter/Browse Button (Cd Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 Playback Of MP3 Files Enter/Browse Button (CD Mode For MP3/WMA Play) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Pressing the Enter/Browse button will bring up a list of radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium all folders on the disc.
  • Page 380: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode

    378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds Operation Instructions — Universal Serial Bus to return to elapsed time display. (USB) The USB audio input allows the user to plug in a flash Operation Instructions —...
  • Page 381: Security

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 Security If this radio is installed in a vehicle that does not have a matching Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) an Secu- rity code will need to be entered by the dealer. CD PLAYER — IF EQUIPPED The single disc CD player is located in the center console.
  • Page 382: Cd Player Operating Instructions

    380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD Player Operating Instructions Uconnect® — If Equipped If equipped with Uconnect® 8.4, refer to the Uconnect® Loading 8.4 manual for further information. To insert disc into the player, follow the instructions shown: iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL WITH Uconnect® VOICE COMMAND —...
  • Page 383: Connecting The Ipod® Or External Usb Device

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 Connecting The iPod® Or External USB Device Use the connection cable to connect an iPod® or external USB device to the vehicle’s USB/AUX connector port which is located in the center console. Center Console USB/AUX Connector Port Cable Routing Center Console USB/AUX Connector Port...
  • Page 384: Using This Feature

    382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The center console will have a position where the Leaving the audio device connected to the iPod®/USB/ iPod® or consumer electronic audio device cable can be MP3 control system may charge it to the required level. routed through without damaging the cable when clos- Using This Feature ing the lid.
  • Page 385: Controlling The Ipod® Or External Usb Device Using Radio Buttons

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 • Turning it clockwise (forward) by one click, while Controlling The iPod® Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons playing a track, skips to the next track or press the VR button and say Next Track. To get into the iPod®/USB/MP3 control mode and •...
  • Page 386: List Or Browse Mode

    384 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Use the << SEEK button during play mode to jump to • Press the SHUFFLE button to play the selections on the start of the current track. Pressing the SEEK>> the USB/iPod® device in random order to provide an button during play mode will jump to the next track in interesting change of pace.
  • Page 387 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 • Browse button: The Browse button will display the top In Browse mode, the radio PRESET buttons are used as level menu of the iPod® or external USB device. Press and shortcuts to the following lists on the iPod® or external then turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to list the USB device.
  • Page 388: Bluetooth® Streaming Audio (Btsa)

    386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bluetooth® Streaming Audio (BTSA) CAUTION! Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the • Leaving the iPod® or external USB device (or any Uconnect® phone system. supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in ex- Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons treme heat or cold can alter the operation or dam- age the device.
  • Page 389: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 Selecting A Different Audio Device Previous Track Use the SEEK DOWN button, or press the VR button on 1. Press the PHONE button to begin. the radio and say “Previous Track,” to jump to the 2.
  • Page 390: Radio Operation

    388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/ CD/HDD/AUX, etc.). The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a pushbutton in the center. The function of the left-hand control is different depending on which mode you are in.
  • Page 391: Cd Player

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 CD Player CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once precautions: will go to the beginning of the current track, or to the 1.
  • Page 392: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones

    390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular CLIMATE CONTROLS disc, it may be damaged (e.g., scratched, reflective coat- The air conditioning and heating system is designed to ing removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) make you comfortable in all types of weather.
  • Page 393 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 2. Recirculation Control Pressing the Recirculation Control button will temporar- ily put the system in recirculation mode. This can be used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high humidity are present. Activating recirculation will cause the LED in the control button to illuminate.
  • Page 394 392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Recirculated air is not allowed in Defrost modes. If NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems lower the Recirculation button is pressed while in this than expected, check the front of the A/C condenser mode, the LED indicator will flash several times then located in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt go out.
  • Page 395 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 • MAX A/C • Panel For maximum cooling use the A/C and recirculation Air is directed through the outlets in the instru- buttons at the same time. ment panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct •...
  • Page 396 394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Floor air to help dry the windshield. To improve fuel economy, Air is directed through the floor outlets with a use these modes only when necessary. small amount flowing through the defrost and 6. Electronic Rear Window Defrost side window demist outlets.
  • Page 397 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 Uconnect® 8.4 Climate Controls — If Equipped CAUTION! Hard-Keys Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to The hard-keys are located below the Uconnect® 8.4 the heating elements: screen, in the center of the instrument panel. •...
  • Page 398 396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Soft-Keys Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And Soft-keys) Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® 8.4 system 1. A/C Button screen. Press and release to change the current Air Conditioning (A/C) setting, the indicator illuminates when A/C is ON. Performing this function will cause the automatic opera- tion to switch into manual mode and the AUTO indicator will turn off.
  • Page 399 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 automatic mode to switch to manual operation. The 4. Front Defrost Button speeds can be selected using either hard-keys or soft-keys Press and release to change the current airflow setting to as follows: Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates when this fea- Hard-key ture is ON.
  • Page 400 398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Pressing this button while in Sync mode will CAUTION! automatically exit Sync. Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to 7. Passenger Temperature Control Down Button the heating elements: Provides the passenger with independent temperature •...
  • Page 401 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 10. Driver Temperature Control Down Button 12. Modes Provides the driver with independent temperature con- The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air trol. Push the button for cooler temperature settings. comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, demist outlets and defrost outlets.
  • Page 402 400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con- 13. SYNC ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and Press the Sync soft-key to toggle the Sync feature On/Off. warmer air from the floor outlets. The Sync indicator is illuminated when this feature is •...
  • Page 403 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 401 NOTE: NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging. The recirculation feature • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, may be unavailable (soft-key button greyed out). The select Defrost mode and increase blower speed.
  • Page 404 402 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is Manual Operation Override not necessary to change the settings. You will experi- The system allows for manual selection of blower speed, ence the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation con- system to function automatically.
  • Page 405 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 403 Summer Operation Vacation Storage The engine cooling system must be protected with a Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corro- (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air sion protection and to protect against engine overheating.
  • Page 406 404 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: A/C Air Filter • Recirculate without A/C should not be used for long The climate control system filters outside air containing dust, pollen and some odors. Strong odors cannot be periods, as fogging may occur. totally filtered out.
  • Page 407 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....409 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .414 ▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ..409 MANUAL TRANSMISSION —...
  • Page 408 406 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM ..446 (2.0L And 2.4L Engine Only — 6F24) ..430 ▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ... .446 AUTOSTICK®...
  • Page 409 STARTING AND OPERATING 407 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION ..468 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS ..482 ▫ Tire Pressure ......468 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) .
  • Page 410 408 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Materials Added To Fuel ....495 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ....505 ▫...
  • Page 411: Starting Procedures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 409 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
  • Page 412: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped

    410 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission — If Equipped Normal Starting The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button position before you can start the engine. Depress the 1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL. brake pedal before shifting to any driving gear.
  • Page 413 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN START/STOP Button (engine not running) position and the transmission is in PARK, the system will automatically time out after 30 1.
  • Page 414: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)

    412 STARTING AND OPERATING • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time Extended Park Starting to place the ignition to the RUN position (EVIC will NOTE: Extended Park condition occurs when the vehicle display “ON/RUN”), has not been started or driven for at least 35 days. •...
  • Page 415: If Engine Fails To Start

    STARTING AND OPERATING 413 If Engine Fails To Start CAUTION! If the engine fails to start after you have followed the To prevent damage to the starter, do not continuously “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- crank the engine for more than 25 seconds at a time. dures, it may be flooded.
  • Page 416: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped

    414 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits WARNING! quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a You or others could be injured if you leave the grounded, three-wire extension cord.
  • Page 417: Shifting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 415 Shifting Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds Fully press the clutch pedal before shifting gears. As you To utilize your manual transmission efficiently for both release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator fuel economy and performance, it should be upshifted as pedal.
  • Page 418 416 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) is in low range the vehicle speeds to cause engine and Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a clutch damage are significantly lower. slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their •...
  • Page 419: If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 417 Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH (KM/H) Gear Selection 6 to 5 5 to 4 4 to 3 3 to 2 2 to 1 Maximum 80 (129) 70 (113) 50 (81) 30 (48) 15 (24) Speed AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION —...
  • Page 420 418 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, transmission is locked in PARK, securing the ve- or DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed. hicle against unwanted movement. • Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot •...
  • Page 421: Key Ignition Park Interlock

    STARTING AND OPERATING 419 Key Ignition Park Interlock WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to before the ignition switch can be turned to the full OFF be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a (key removal) position.
  • Page 422: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System

    420 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System The electronically-controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in PARK vehicle may be somewhat abrupt.
  • Page 423 STARTING AND OPERATING 421 (refer to “AutoStick®” in this section for further informa- Gear Ranges tion). Moving the shift lever rearward (+) or forward (-) DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or while in the AutoStick® position (beside the DRIVE NEUTRAL into another gear range.
  • Page 424 422 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before WARNING! (Continued) shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult if the engine speed is higher than idle speed.
  • Page 425 STARTING AND OPERATING 423 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! transmission is locked in PARK, securing the ve- • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you must hicle against unwanted movement. turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF position • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key to the ON/RUN position, and also press the brake Fob and lock your vehicle.
  • Page 426 424 STARTING AND OPERATING REVERSE (R) CAUTION! This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause stop.
  • Page 427 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 • When stopped on an incline, always hold the vehicle To maximize fuel economy, the Dual Dry Clutch auto- matic transmission uses a geartrain arrangement similar in place using the brakes. On steep inclines, Hill Start to a manual transmission.
  • Page 428 426 STARTING AND OPERATING During extremely cold temperatures, the transmission Instrument Cluster Messages will not operate if the oil temperature is -22°F (-30°C) or Messages will be displayed in the instrument cluster to below. Allow the engine to idle briefly with the transmis- alert the driver when certain unusual conditions occur.
  • Page 429 STARTING AND OPERATING 427 MESSAGE DESCRIPTION SHIFT TO NEUTRAL – The transmission has shifted itself into NEUTRAL (due to a fault THEN D or R condition, or overheat due to excessive idling when stopped in DRIVE with the brakes released), but the shift lever remains in gear. Shift into NEUTRAL and then back into gear for continued driving.
  • Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING MESSAGE DESCRIPTION TRANS. GETTING HOT PRESS The transmission driving clutch is overheating, usually due to repeated BRAKE launches in stop-and-go traffic. Pull over and allow the transmission to cool in NEUTRAL until “TRANS. COOL READY TO DRIVE” is displayed.
  • Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 Transmission Limp Home Mode 3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Transmission function is monitored electronically for 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could 5. Restart the engine. result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home Mode is activated.
  • Page 432: Starting And Operating Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (2.0L And 2.4L Engine Only - 6F24)

    430 STARTING AND OPERATING Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (2.0L And Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the 2.4L Engine Only — 6F24) accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when The transmission gear position display (located in the shifting between these gears.
  • Page 433 STARTING AND OPERATING 431 Gear Ranges When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on the DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to NEUTRAL into another gear range.
  • Page 434 432 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your Fob and lock your vehicle. •...
  • Page 435 STARTING AND OPERATING 433 • Look at the transmission gear position display and CAUTION! verify that it indicates the PARK position. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF will not move out of PARK.
  • Page 436 434 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE (D) WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe shifts, and the best fuel economy.
  • Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operat- Transmission Limp Home Mode ing limits, the transmission controller will modify the Transmission function is monitored electronically for transmission shift schedule and expand the range of abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could torque converter clutch engagement.
  • Page 438 436 STARTING AND OPERATING In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the service is required. following steps: Overdrive Operation 1. Stop the vehicle. The automatic transmission includes an electronically controlled Overdrive (sixth gear).
  • Page 439: Autostick

    STARTING AND OPERATING 437 Torque Converter Clutch AUTOSTICK® A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been AutoStick® is a driver-interactive transmission feature included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle. providing manual shift control, giving you more control A clutch within the torque converter engages automati- of the vehicle.
  • Page 440 438 STARTING AND OPERATING • With 2.0L or 2.4L engine, you can start out, from a stop, rearward (+) or forward (-), unless an engine lugging or overspeed condition would result. It will remain in the in first or second gear. Tapping (+) (at a stop) will selected gear until another upshift or downshift is cho- allow starting in second gear.
  • Page 441: Driving On Slippery Surfaces

    STARTING AND OPERATING 439 To disengage AutoStick® mode, return the shift lever to DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES the DRIVE position. You can shift in or out of the Acceleration AutoStick® position at any time without taking your foot Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- off the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 442: Traction

    440 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction DRIVING THROUGH WATER When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Driving through water more than a few inches/ wedge of water to build up between the tire and road centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure surface.
  • Page 443: Shallow Standing Water

    STARTING AND OPERATING 441 Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! Although your vehicle is capable of driving through • Always check the depth of the standing water shallow standing water, consider the following Cautions before driving through it. Never drive through and Warnings before doing so. standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
  • Page 444: Parking Brake

    442 STARTING AND OPERATING PARKING BRAKE CAUTION! (Continued) Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking • Driving through standing water may cause damage brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave an to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always automatic transmission in PARK, or manual transmission inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans- in REVERSE or first gear.
  • Page 445 STARTING AND OPERATING 443 • This light only shows that the parking brake is ap- The parking brake lever is located in the center console. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as plied. It does not show the degree of brake application. possible.
  • Page 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged Fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake •...
  • Page 447: Power Steering

    STARTING AND OPERATING 445 POWER STEERING If the “SERVICE POWER STEERING” message and a steering wheel icon are displayed on the The electric power steering system will give you good EVIC screen, it indicates that the vehicle needs vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability to be taken to the dealer for service.
  • Page 448: Electronic Brake Control System

    446 STARTING AND OPERATING ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydro- brake control system. This system includes Anti-Lock planing. ESC also cannot prevent accidents resulting Brake System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Traction from loss of vehicle control due to inappropriate Control System (TCS), Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM),...
  • Page 449 STARTING AND OPERATING 447 When the vehicle is driven over 6 mph (10 km/h), you These are all normal characteristics of ABS. may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some related motor noises. These noises are the system per- WARNING! forming its self-check cycle to ensure that the ABS is •...
  • Page 450 448 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- The “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” moni- ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase tors the ABS. The light will turn on when the braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded ignition switch is turned to the ON position by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or...
  • Page 451: Brake Assist System (Bas)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 449 If both the “Brake System Warning Light” and the “ABS WARNING! Warning Light” remain on, the ABS and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) systems are not functioning. BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from Immediate repair to the ABS system is required.
  • Page 452: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)

    450 STARTING AND OPERATING across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is ERM can only reduce the chance of wheel lift occurring spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the during severe or evasive driving maneuvers. It cannot brake of the spinning wheel.
  • Page 453: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 451 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) WARNING! (Continued) TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an excessively • If TSC activates while towing a trailer, stop the swaying trailer. TSC activates automatically once the exces- vehicle at the nearest safe location and adjust the sively swaying trailer is recognized.
  • Page 454 452 STARTING AND OPERATING Hill Start Assist Disable Procedure 7. Apply brake pedal. NOTE: Vehicle roll back mitigation will not be present 8. Turn steering wheel 200 degrees counter clockwise, with this feature disabled. just over half a turn from center position. Press the “ESC off”...
  • Page 455 STARTING AND OPERATING 453 HSA Activation Criteria WARNING! The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded activate: vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system • Vehicle must be stopped. will not activate and slight rolling may occur.
  • Page 456 454 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to follow these warnings may cause the • If you use a trailer brake controller with your vehicle to roll down the incline and could collide trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and with another vehicle, object or person, and cause deactivated with the brake switch.
  • Page 457: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 455 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ESC Operating Modes This system enhances directional control and stability of The ESC system has two available operating modes. the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC cor- Full On rects for over-steering and under-steering the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel.
  • Page 458 456 STARTING AND OPERATING situation requiring “Partial Off” mode is overcome, turn WARNING! ESC back on by momentarily pressing the “ESC Off” • When in Partial Off mode, the TCS functionality button. This may be done while the vehicle is in motion of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de- ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light scribed in the TCS section), has been disabled and...
  • Page 459 STARTING AND OPERATING 457 • The ESC system may make buzzing or clicking sounds The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” also flashes when the Traction Control System (TCS) or trailer when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop sway is active.
  • Page 460: Tire Safety Information

    458 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: Tire Markings • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
  • Page 461 STARTING AND OPERATING 459 • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into into the sidewall.
  • Page 462 460 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: 65 = Aspect ratio in percent (%) – Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10.5 = Section width in inches (in) R = Construction code – R means radial construction – D means diagonal or bias construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index...
  • Page 463: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 461 EXAMPLE: – The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under speci- fied operating conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions, and posted speed limits) Load Identification: ..blank..= Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire Extra Load (XL) = Extra load (or reinforced) tire Light Load (LL) = Light load tire C, D, E, F, G = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure...
  • Page 464 462 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation – This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
  • Page 465: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 463 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
  • Page 466: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    464 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door.
  • Page 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of 4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or spare tires.
  • Page 468 466 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
  • Page 469 STARTING AND OPERATING 467...
  • Page 470: Tires - General Information

    468 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
  • Page 471 STARTING AND OPERATING 469 Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability WARNING! (Continued) Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the ride.
  • Page 472: Tire Inflation Pressures

    470 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Inflation Pressures Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always “cold tire inflation pressure”. Cold tire inflation pressure The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than door.
  • Page 473: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation

    STARTING AND OPERATING 471 Example: If garage temperature = 68°F (20°C) and the loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- outside temperature = 32°F (0°C) then the cold tire tion. Refer to your authorized tire dealer or original inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), equipment vehicle dealer for recommended safe operat- which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this ing speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures.
  • Page 474: Radial Ply Tires

    472 STARTING AND OPERATING Radial Ply Tires Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and additional information. WARNING! Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires diately with another Run Flat tire of identical size and on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle service description (Load Index and Speed Code).
  • Page 475 STARTING AND OPERATING 473 Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry in sets of four;...
  • Page 476: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped

    474 STARTING AND OPERATING Run Flat Tires — If Equipped Spare Tires — If Equipped Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles NOTE: For vehicles equipped with TIREFIT instead of a (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid loss of inflation spare tire, please refer to “TIREFIT KIT”...
  • Page 477 STARTING AND OPERATING 475 Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And T, S = Temporary Spare Tire Wheel — If Equipped Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equip- Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled wheel equivalent in look and function to the original on your vehicle at the first opportunity.
  • Page 478 476 STARTING AND OPERATING Limited-Use Spare — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) The limited-use spare tire is for temporary emergency replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, which use only. This tire is identified by a label located on the apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result in limited-use spare wheel.
  • Page 479: Tire Spinning

    STARTING AND OPERATING 477 Tire Spinning WARNING! When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- handling.
  • Page 480: Tread Wear Indicators

    478 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the to help you in determining when your tires should be tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
  • Page 481: Replacement Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 479 Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for WARNING! the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six equipment tire sidewall.
  • Page 482 480 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than capacity, other than what was originally equipped that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations on your vehicle.
  • Page 483: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 481 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) CAUTION! Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard following precautions: against damage. • Because of restricted traction device clearance be- •...
  • Page 484: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    482 STARTING AND OPERATING Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper mainte- CAUTION! (Continued) nance intervals. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- should be corrected prior to rotation being performed. tions on the method of installation, operating The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross”...
  • Page 485: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 483 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the limit for any reason, including low temperature effects, or driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- natural pressure loss through the tire.
  • Page 486 484 STARTING AND OPERATING For example, your vehicle may have a recommended CAUTION! cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure • The TPMS has been optimized for the original of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), equipment tires and wheels.
  • Page 487 STARTING AND OPERATING 485 • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes CAUTION! (Continued) the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. • After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stopping ability.
  • Page 488: Base System

    486 STARTING AND OPERATING Base System Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumi- This is the TPMS warning indicator located in the nate in the instrument cluster, a LOW TIRE PRESSURE instrument cluster. message and “Inflate Tire to XX”...
  • Page 489 STARTING AND OPERATING 487 Service TPMS Warnings 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid when a NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare system fault is detected.
  • Page 490: Premium System - If Equipped

    488 STARTING AND OPERATING 75 seconds and then remain on solid and a “SERVICE Premium System — If Equipped TPM SYSTEM” message will be displayed for a mini- The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim mum of five seconds. mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev- els.
  • Page 491 STARTING AND OPERATING 489 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings cold placard pressure value. The system will automati- cally update, the “Inflate Tire to XX” message will no The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumi- longer be displayed, the graphic display of the pressure nate in the instrument cluster and an audible chime will value(s) will stop flashing or return to their normal color, be activated when one or more of the four active road tire...
  • Page 492 490 STARTING AND OPERATING If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault wheel and tire assembly. no longer exists, the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale 1.
  • Page 493: General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 491 4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime will General Information sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
  • Page 494: Fuel Requirements

    492 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at 1.4L Turbo Engine high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is required. Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such This engine is designed to meet all emis- as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations.
  • Page 495: Reformulated Gasoline

    STARTING AND OPERATING 493 Reformulated Gasoline CAUTION! Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or gaso- burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” line containing more than 10% Ethanol. Use of these Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and are spe- blends may result in starting and drivability prob- cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im-...
  • Page 496: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles

    494 STARTING AND OPERATING E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with E-85 perform the following: Non-Flex Fuel (FFV) vehicles are compatible with gaso- • Change the engine oil and oil filter line containing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol content may void the vehicle’s warranty.
  • Page 497: Materials Added To Fuel

    STARTING AND OPERATING 495 vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline Fuel System Cautions without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, CAUTION! therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s the gasoline contains MMT.
  • Page 498: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    496 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being WARNING! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Most of these products contain high concentrations Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon of methanol.
  • Page 499: Adding Fuel

    STARTING AND OPERATING 497 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located on the WARNING! (Continued) driver’s side door trim). • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- 2. Open the fuel filler door, and remove the fuel filler tenance.
  • Page 500 498 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the CAUTION! (Continued) fuel door from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on the • To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top fuel door to break the ice buildup and re-release the fuel off”...
  • Page 501 STARTING AND OPERATING 499 NOTE: 3. Insert finger into half circle opening and pull flap open to access the cable. • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full. • Tighten the gas cap about one-quarter turn until you hear one click.
  • Page 502: Vehicle Loading

    500 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Pull the release cable. Vehicle Certification Label Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label attached to the driver’s door B-Pillar. The label contains the following information: • Name of manufacturer • Month and year of manufacture •...
  • Page 503 STARTING AND OPERATING 501 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Curb Weight The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full load must be limited so that you do not exceed the capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo...
  • Page 504: Trailer Towing

    502 STARTING AND OPERATING Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and TRAILER TOWING shorten useful service life. Heavier suspension compo- In this section you will find safety tips and information nents do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s GVWR. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
  • Page 505 STARTING AND OPERATING 503 exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear further information. axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly.
  • Page 506 504 STARTING AND OPERATING Tongue Weight (TW) Weight-Carrying Hitch The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases it should not be less weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or than 10% of the trailer load.
  • Page 507: Trailer Hitch Classification

    STARTING AND OPERATING 505 vehicle and trailer stability. Trailer sway control and a Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are recom- Max. Trailer Hitch mended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and may be Class Industry Standards required depending Vehicle Trailer...
  • Page 508: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    506 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer 1.4L Turbo Engine weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Trailer towing is not recommended. Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW Max. Tongue Wt. (Gross Trailer Wt.) (See Note) 2.0L and 2.4L Auto/...
  • Page 509: Towing Requirements

    STARTING AND OPERATING 507 NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the “Tire and Loading Information Placard”...
  • Page 510 508 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as and do not make starts at full throttle.
  • Page 511 STARTING AND OPERATING 509 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your • Total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to vehicle and the trailer such that the following four the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
  • Page 512 510 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Tires Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or spare tire. vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. This could cause inadequate braking and possible •...
  • Page 513 STARTING AND OPERATING 511 Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring CAUTION! Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (450 kg) stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for loaded, it should have its own brakes and they motoring safety.
  • Page 514 512 STARTING AND OPERATING 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn 2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn 3 — Ground 6 — Right Stop/Turn 3 —...
  • Page 515: Towing Tips

    STARTING AND OPERATING 513 Towing Tips If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation, then change the trans- Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping mission fluid and filter as specified for severe usage and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy (police, fleet, taxi, or frequent trailer towing).
  • Page 516 514 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped Highway Driving • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. Reduce speed. • When using the speed control, if you experience speed Air Conditioning drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until Turn off temporarily.
  • Page 517: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 515 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission • Transmission in Flat Tow None NOT ALLOWED NEUTRAL Dolly Tow Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED...
  • Page 518 516 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! • DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrain will result. If these vehicles require towing, make sure all drive wheels are OFF the ground. • Do not dolly tow this vehicle. Use of a towing dolly can cause significant damage to your vehicle.
  • Page 519 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...519 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..532 ▫ Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage ..532 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
  • Page 520 518 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ... . .547 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...551 ▫ Automatic Transmission ....552 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE .
  • Page 521: Hazard Warning Flashers

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 519 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the center of the instrument panel. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. •...
  • Page 522: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications

    520 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS CAUTION! Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure Driving with a hot cooling system could damage that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,” time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the pull over and stop the vehicle.
  • Page 523 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 521 Wheel Mounting Surface Torque Patterns Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be nut/bolt has been tightened twice. sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated against the wheel.
  • Page 524: Tirefit Kit - If Equipped

    522 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation WARNING! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury.
  • Page 525: Tirefit Usage Precautions

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 523 Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Using The Power Button Your TIREFIT kit is equipped with the following symbols Push and release the Power Button (4) once to to indicate the air or sealant mode. turn On the TIREFIT kit.
  • Page 526 524 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • When the TIREFIT sealant is in a liquid form, clean water, and a damp cloth will remove the material from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded. •...
  • Page 527 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 525 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the source. vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the •...
  • Page 528: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit

    526 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and WARNING! (Continued) running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary to • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of place the valve stem in this position before proceeding. an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician 3.
  • Page 529 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 527 5. Uncoil the Power Plug (8) and insert the plug into the If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – 10 vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet. seconds through the Sealant Hose (6): NOTE: Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or 1.
  • Page 530 528 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air pressure within 15 minutes: Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
  • Page 531 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 529 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the (D) Drive Vehicle: valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure storage location.
  • Page 532 530 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (E) After Driving: If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher: Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop 1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn on TIREFIT and to Use TIREFIT”...
  • Page 533 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 531 5. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) 4. Clean any remaining sealant from the TIREFIT housing. assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so Refer to (F) “Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement”.
  • Page 534: Jacking And Tire Changing

    532 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for WARNING! changing tires only. The jack should not be used to • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the lift the vehicle for service purposes.
  • Page 535 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 533 Pull Strap Jack Location 3. Remove the fastener securing the jack and spare tire. 4. Remove the scissors jack and wheel bolt wrench from the spare wheel as an assembly. Turn the jack screw to the left to loosen the wheel bolt wrench, and remove the wrench from the jack assembly.
  • Page 536: Preparations For Jacking

    534 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. WARNING! 3. Set the parking brake. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or 4. Place the shift lever into PARK. hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle.
  • Page 537: Jacking And Changing A Tire

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 535 Jacking And Changing A Tire WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a...
  • Page 538 536 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and wheel bolt wrench. CAUTION! NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on with two attachment points. When the jack is partially locations other than those indicated in the Jacking expanded, the tension between the two attachment Instructions for this vehicle.
  • Page 539 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 537 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the wheel bolts, use the wheel bolt wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle. 3. Before raising the vehicle, use the wheel bolt wrench to loosen, but not remove, the wheel bolts on the wheel with the flat tire.
  • Page 540 538 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the wheel bolts and tire. 7.
  • Page 541 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 539 NOTE: • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. • Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” and to “Limited-Use Spare” under “Tires — General Information” in “Starting and Operating”...
  • Page 542: Road Tire Installation

    540 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack WARNING! handle counterclockwise. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or 10. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- wrench while at the end of the handle for increased hicle.
  • Page 543 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 541 3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand, snapping the cover over the two wheel bolts. Do not use a hammer or excessive force to install the cover. 4.
  • Page 544 542 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the Road Tire Installation wrench while at the end of the handle for increased 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern until each wheel bolt has been tightened twice.
  • Page 545: Jump-Starting Procedures

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 543 4. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES wrench while at the end of the handle for increased If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern until started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in each wheel bolt has been tightened twice.
  • Page 546: Preparations For Jump-Start

    544 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Preparations For Jump-Start The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly.
  • Page 547: Jump-Starting Procedure

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 545 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
  • Page 548 546 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle post of the discharged battery. The resulting electri- or the discharged vehicle.
  • Page 549: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 547 6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables CAUTION! in the reverse sequence: Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets Disconnecting The Jumper Cables draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not 1.
  • Page 550 548 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: 1.4L Turbo automatic transmission vehicles can- NOTE: Press the ESC off switch, to place the Electronic not be rocked in this manner, because the transmission Stability Control (ESC) system in “partial off” mode, will not allow shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE while before rocking the vehicle.
  • Page 551: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 549 3. Remove the rubber storage tray liner from the center WARNING! console, then lift up the front of the shift lever bezel, carefully disengage the bezel from the shift lever Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- housing, and slide it up to the top of the shift lever.
  • Page 552 550 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool down into the access slot at the front of the shift lever assembly, and push and hold the white override release lever down. Shift Lever 7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. 8.
  • Page 553: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 551 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE NOTE: This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. Towing Condition WheelsOFF The Ground AUTOMATIC MANUAL TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION Flat Tow NONE Trans in NEUTRAL NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Rear...
  • Page 554: Automatic Transmission

    552 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Automatic Transmission CAUTION! Automatic transmission vehicles must be towed with • DO NOT use sling-type equipment when towing. all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. Vehicle damage may occur. • When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not CAUTION! attach to front or rear suspension components.
  • Page 555: Manual Transmission

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 553 If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery is CAUTION! discharged, refer to “Shift Lever Override” in this section • DO NOT flat tow any disabled vehicle if condition for instructions on shifting the automatic transmission out of PARK for loading onto a flatbed truck.
  • Page 557 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil ......564 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO ..557 ▫...
  • Page 558 556 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Exhaust System ..... .575 VEHICLE STORAGE ....603 ▫...
  • Page 559: Engine Compartment - 1.4L Turbo

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 557 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 2 — Engine Oil Level Indicator 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 7 — Battery 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 —...
  • Page 560: Engine Compartment - 2.0L

    558 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Fill 6 — Battery 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Level Indicator 4 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 8 —...
  • Page 561: Engine Compartment - 2.4L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 559 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Fill 6 — Battery 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Level Indicator 4 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 8 —...
  • Page 562: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    560 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
  • Page 563: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 561 persists, the message will appear the next time the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- turn on the MIL.
  • Page 564: Replacement Parts

    562 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced •...
  • Page 565: Dealer Service

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 563 DEALER SERVICE WARNING! Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- You can be badly injured working on or around a nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you operations in an expert manner.
  • Page 566: Engine Oil

    564 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil CAUTION! Checking Oil Level • Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per- To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be form repairs and service when necessary could maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular result in more costly repairs, damage to other intervals, such as every fuel stop.
  • Page 567 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 565 Engine Oil Selection — 1.4L Turbo Engine CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection for all Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine engines under all types of operating conditions, the will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer- pressure and an increase in oil temperature.
  • Page 568 566 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 1.4L Turbo Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 2.0L And Engine 2.4L Engine MOPAR® SAE 5W-40 synthetic engine oil or equivalent MOPAR® SAE 0W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil® Pennzoil® or Shell Helix® is recommended for all oper- or Shell Helix®...
  • Page 569: Engine Oil Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 567 Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters Engine Air Cleaner Filter Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and oil Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters, indiscrimi- maintenance intervals.
  • Page 570: Tires

    568 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection WARNING! The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid used to assure most efficient service.
  • Page 571: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 569 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) For best possible performance, your air conditioner • The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer should not be disconnected and should only be at the start of each warm season.
  • Page 572 570 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R134a — If WARNING! (Continued) Equipped • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
  • Page 573: A/C Air Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 571 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling A/C Air Filter HFO 1234yf — If Equipped Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper HFO 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydro- maintenance intervals. fluorocarbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmen- tal Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product WARNING! with a low GWP (Global Warming Potential).
  • Page 574 572 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger Side Console Closeout Filter Cover Retaining Tab 2. Disengage the retaining tab that secures the filter 3. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of the cover to the HVAC housing, and remove the cover. housing.
  • Page 575 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 573 CAUTION! The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure to properly install the filter will result in the need to replace it more often. 5. Install the passenger side console closeout. NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C system sealers, stop leak products, seal conditioners, compressor oil, or refrigerants.
  • Page 576: Body Lubrication

    574 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Lubrication Windshield Wiper Blades Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should mild nonabrasive cleaner.
  • Page 577: Adding Washer Fluid

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 575 Adding Washer Fluid Exhaust System The washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine com- The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into partment, and the fluid level should be checked at regular the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust intervals.
  • Page 578 576 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control and can eventually poison you.
  • Page 579 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 577 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.
  • Page 580: Cooling System

    578 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System Coolant Checks Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 WARNING! months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti-...
  • Page 581 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 579 NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant CAUTION! (Continued) properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) en- to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is gine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compat- needed to be added to the system please contact your ible”...
  • Page 582 580 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant Adding Coolant that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan- Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine dard MS-12106 and distilled water. Use higher concen- coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS-12106) that trations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below allows extended maintenance intervals.
  • Page 583 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 581 NOTE: The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. • Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could WARNING! lead to severe internal engine damage.
  • Page 584 582 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to with your local authorities to determine the disposal maintain the proper level, it should be added to the...
  • Page 585: Brake System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 583 • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. •...
  • Page 586 584 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE brake pads wear. The brake fluid level should be checked WARNING! when the pads are replaced. However, low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision.
  • Page 587 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 585 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro- Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
  • Page 588: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped

    586 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- Use of improper brake fluids will affect overall clutch turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration system performance. Improper brake fluids may dam- in transmission shift quality, and will require more age the clutch system resulting in loss of clutch func- frequent fluid and filter changes.
  • Page 589 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 587 Special Additives Fluid Level Check The manufacturer strongly recommends against using The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not any special additives in the transmission. require adjustment under normal operating conditions. Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered transmission has no dipstick.
  • Page 590: Manual Transmission - If Equipped

    588 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid and Filter Changes Fluid Level Check Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at The transmission is designed to be fill for life. The oil the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the does not need to be check unless there is an oil leak. life of the vehicle.
  • Page 591: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 589 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage.
  • Page 592 590 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- Special Care lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR® Super Kleen Bug • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and Tar Remover to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
  • Page 593 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 591 • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives packaged and sealed.
  • Page 594 592 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Interior Care Equipped Use MOPAR® Fabric Cleaner or equivalent to clean Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following manner: fabric upholstery and MOPAR® Carpet Cleaner or equivalent for carpeting. •...
  • Page 595 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 593 liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi- remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- tioner is not required to maintain the original condition.
  • Page 596 594 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are directly on the mirror.
  • Page 597: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 595 If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR® Total Clean, a FUSES mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft WARNING! cloth. • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appro- Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the priate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as buckles do not work properly.
  • Page 598: Interior Fuses

    596 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Fuses WARNING! (Continued) The interior fuses are located on the drivers side under • If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air the instrument panel. bag system, braking system), power unit systems (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system blows, contact an authorized dealer.
  • Page 599 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 597 Cavity Cartridge Mini Fuse Description Fuse – 10 Amp Red Steering Column Control Module, Switch Bank – 10 Amp Red Diagnostic Port – 10 Amp Red Universal Garage Door Opener, EOM – 20 Amp Yellow Sunroof –...
  • Page 600: Underhood Fuses

    598 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses The Power Distribution Center is located on the right side of the engine compartment, behind the battery. Power Distribution Center Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description 70 Amp Tan – Body Control Module #1 60 Amp Blue –...
  • Page 601 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 599 Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description 40 Amp Orange – Transmission Control Module #1 30 Amp Green – Body Control Module #3 40 Amp Orange – EBL RLY Coil, Blower Motor RLY Coil – 5 Amp Tan Radiator Fan –...
  • Page 602 600 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description – 25 Amp Natural Brake System Module – 20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module, Fuel Injectors – 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet (Console) 60 Amp Blue – Interior PDC Battery Feed, Power Seats 30 Amp Green –...
  • Page 603: Body Control Module (Bcm) Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 601 Body Control Module (BCM) Fuses Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description – – Spare – 15 Amp Blue Left Headlamp – – Spare – 10 Amp Red Interior Lighting/Decklid/Liftgate Release – 25 Amp Clear Window Motor – Driver –...
  • Page 604 602 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description – 7.5 Amp Brown Stop Lamp Switch – 7.5 Amp Brown Pneumatic Lumbar Support – 7.5 Amp Brown Cd/Hands-Free Module – Bluetooth/Radio Display – 7.5 Amp Brown Driver Window Switch/Power Mirrors –...
  • Page 605: Vehicle Storage

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 603 VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21 Interior Bulbs days, you may want to take steps to preserve your battery. Bulb Number • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Dome Lamp Overhead Console Lamp •...
  • Page 606: Bulb Replacement

    604 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Headlamps Bulb Number Center High-Mounted LED (Serviced at Halogen Headlamps Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Authorized Dealer) Can be serviced by removing the cap from the backside Rear Tail/Stop/Turn LED (Serviced at of the headlamp. Remove the HIR2 bulb from the con- Signal Lamp Authorized Dealer) nector and replacing the bulb.
  • Page 607: Backup Lamps

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 605 WARNING! A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned ON. It may cause serious electrical shock or electro- cution if not serviced properly. See your authorized dealer for service.
  • Page 608 606 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Twist the bulb socket one quarter turn counter clock- wise to remove. Backup Bulb 5. Twist the bulb socket one quarter turn clockwise to install. Bulb Socket 4. Replace bulb. 6. Install trim cover.
  • Page 609: License Lamp

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 607 License Lamp 1. Remove the screws securing the lamp to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 1 — License Lamp Bulb 2 —...
  • Page 610: Fluid Capacities

    608 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) Fuel (1.4L Engines) 13.2 Gallons 50 Liters Fuel (2.0L/2.4L Engines) 14.2 Gallons 54 Liters Fuel (2.4L GT models only) 15.8 Gallons 60 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 1.4L Turbo Engine (SAE 5W-40 Synthetic, API Certified) 4 Quarts 3.8 Liters 2.0L Engine (SAE 0W-20, API Certified)
  • Page 611: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 609 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) or equivalent meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Engine Oil –...
  • Page 612 610 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR® Engine Oil Filter or equivalent. Spark Plugs – 1.4L Turbo Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.026 in [0.65 mm]). Spark Plugs –...
  • Page 613: Chassis

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 611 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission MOPAR® C635 DDCT/MTX Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to (1.4L Turbo Engine) – If Equipped use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
  • Page 615 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Required Maintenance ....615 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .614...
  • Page 616 614 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Severe Duty All Models Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle indicator system. The oil change indicator system will is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
  • Page 617 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 615 Required Maintenance At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses pages for required maintenance. and park brake. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil •...
  • Page 618 616 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect CV joint boots. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends and replace as necessary. Inspect brake linings, parking brake function. Additional Maintenance Replace the cabin/air conditioning filter.
  • Page 619 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 617 Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Replace the spark plugs (2.0L and 2.4L Engine).** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Change the transmission fluid (manual, or 1.4L turbo automatic) if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, des-...
  • Page 620 618 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter (2.0L, 2.4L engines only) if you frequently drive: on rough or unpaved roads, on mountain roads, on short trips, in heavy city traffic during hot weather, or while towing a trailer, or if you use the vehicle for police, taxi, or in a commercial fleet.
  • Page 621 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 619 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
  • Page 623 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .623 Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
  • Page 624 622 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .629 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....629 ▫...
  • Page 625: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 623 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
  • Page 626: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center

    624 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
  • Page 627: In Mexico Contact

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 625 In Mexico Contact: Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Sante Fe C.P.
  • Page 628: Warranty Information

    626 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service WARNING! contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain manufacturer’s service contract.
  • Page 629: Mopar® Parts

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 627 MOPAR® PARTS To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– 9153), MOPAR® fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administra- available from an authorized dealer.
  • Page 630: Publication Order Forms

    628 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Diagnostic Procedure Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix cepted.
  • Page 631 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 629 Call toll free at: Treadwear • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...
  • Page 632 630 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The WARNING! grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on Vehicle Safety Standard No.
  • Page 633 INDEX...
  • Page 634 632 INDEX Uconnect® Settings ......25 Air Pressure, Tires......470 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
  • Page 635 INDEX 633 Assist, Hill Start ......451 Battery ....... . .568 Auto Down Power Windows .
  • Page 636 634 INDEX Warning Light ......313 Chains, Tire ......481 Brake/Transmission Interlock .
  • Page 637 INDEX 635 Clock ........367 Disposal of Used Coolant ....582 Clutch .
  • Page 638 636 INDEX Defroster, Windshield ..... .110 Driving Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ....245 Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing Diagnostic System, Onboard .
  • Page 639 INDEX 637 Hazard Warning Flasher ....519 Oil Selection ......565 Jacking .
  • Page 640 638 INDEX Engine Oil Disposal .....567 Additives ......495 Flashers Capacity .
  • Page 641 INDEX 639 Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ... .274 Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect®) ....133 Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ....497 Hazard Gasoline, Clean Air .
  • Page 642 640 INDEX Heater, Engine Block ..... . .414 Instrument Cluster ......305 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch .
  • Page 643 INDEX 641 Lock The Doors ......25 Keyless Entry System ..... . .24 Panic Alarm .
  • Page 644 642 INDEX Alarm .......316 Illuminated Entry ......23 Anti-Lock .
  • Page 645 INDEX 643 Vanity Mirror ......123 Manual, Service ......628 Voltage .
  • Page 646 644 INDEX Monitor, Tire Pressure System ....483 Filter Disposal ......567 Mopar Parts .
  • Page 647 INDEX 645 Passing Light ......241 Pretensioners Pets ........106 Seat Belts .
  • Page 648 646 INDEX Reminder, Lights On ..... . .239 Exit Remote Start Mode ....31 Reminder, Seat Belt.
  • Page 649 INDEX 647 Safety Defects, Reporting ....627 Seats ........221 Safety, Exhaust Gas .
  • Page 650 648 INDEX Service Assistance ......623 Speed Control (Cruise Control)....252 Service Contract .
  • Page 651 INDEX 649 Sunglasses Storage ......273 Aging (Life of Tires) .....478 Sun Roof .
  • Page 652 650 INDEX Snow Tires ......473 Cooling System Tips .....514 Spare Tire .
  • Page 653 INDEX 651 Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) ..... . .45 Uconnect® Voice Command....208 Trunk Release, Emergency .
  • Page 654 652 INDEX Warnings and Cautions..... . .6 Windows ....... .41 Warranty Information .
  • Page 655 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehi- The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed cle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully signals.
  • Page 656 Chrysler Group LLC 14PFD41-126-AC Third Edition Rev 1 Printed in U.S.A.

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