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Page 1 PT CRUISER 2009 OWNER’S MANUAL...
Page 2 With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or op- name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefor.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 5 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler LLC dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman- technicians and genuine Mopar parts, and cares about ship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials your satisfaction.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Sentry Key — If Equipped ....15 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ....20 Power Windows ..... . . 31 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ..45 Safety Tips ......71 ▫...
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has Automatic Transaxle the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These Place the shift lever in PARK and make sure that the shift numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your lever knob pushbutton has returned to the outward authorized dealer.
Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 key to the right slightly, then remove the key as de- scribed. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable.
Page 16: Locking Doors With A Key
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key-In-Ignition Reminder CAUTION! Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition, sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key. An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all NOTE: With the driver’s door open, and the key in the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Page 17: To Release The Steering Wheel Lock
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 To Release the Steering Wheel Lock The system will shut the engine off after two seconds of Insert the key in the ignition switch and start the engine. running if an invalid key is used to start the vehicle. This If the key is difficult to turn, move the wheel slightly to system utilizes ignition keys, which have an electronic the right or left to disengage the lock.
Page 18: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Keep in mind that an unprogrammed key is also consid- against the ignition key being used when starting the ered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition lock vehicle.
Page 19: Sentry Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided 2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). the ignition switch to the ON position for at least three This PIN is required for replacement of keys by an seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds.
Page 20: General Information
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference that may be The new Sentry Key has been programmed. The Re- mote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will also be received, including interference that may cause undes- programmed during this procedure.
Page 21: To Set The Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Set the Alarm To Disarm the Alarm Unlock a front door using the RKE transmitter. 1. Remove the key from the ignition switch and get out of the vehicle. Starting the vehicle with a valid Sentry Key will disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 22: Security System Manual Override
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Security System Manual Override REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and doors using the manual door lock plunger. liftgate, or activate the Panic Alarm from distances ap- proximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held RKE trans- mitter.
Page 23: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked EVIC-equipped vehicles refer to “Remote Unlock Driv- with metal objects. er’s Door 1st,” under “Personal Settings (Customer- Programmable Features),” in the “Electronic Vehicle In- To Unlock the Doors and Liftgate formation Center (EVIC) —...
Page 24: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- 2. While the LOCK button is pressed (after four seconds), ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the press the PANIC button. Release both buttons. Security Alarm.
Page 25: Panic Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 3. Test the “Flash Lights with Lock” feature while out- Using The Panic Alarm side of the vehicle by pressing the LOCK button on the To turn the Panic Alarm feature ON or OFF, press and RKE transmitter with the ignition in the LOCK position, hold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at and the key removed.
Page 26 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE total of eight RKE transmitters can be programmed to 3. Fasten your seatbelt. (Fastening the seatbelt will cancel your vehicle through the use of a currently-programmed any chimes that may confuse you during this program- RKE transmitter.
Page 27: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 9. Using the RKE transmitter to be programmed, press General Information and release both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons, This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and simultaneously. RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 10.
Page 28: Transmitter Battery Service
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios. Transmitter Battery Service NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap- ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. The recommended replacement battery is CR2032.
Page 29: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves together. NOTE: If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw, reinstall and tighten the screw until snug. DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from inside the vehicle.
Page 30: Power Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks WARNING! A door lock switch is on each front door panel. Press • For personal security and safety in the event of an either switch to lock or unlock the doors. accident, lock the vehicle doors while you drive, when you park, and when leaving the vehicle.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 Auto Lock — If Equipped For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, the Auto Lock The doors will lock automatically on vehicles with power can be enabled or disabled by performing the following door locks if all of the following conditions are met: procedure: 1.
Page 32: Child Protection Door Lock System - If Equipped
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The shift lever was in gear and the vehicle speed 2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON, and returned to 0 mph (0 km/h). back to LOCK four times, ending up in the LOCK position.
Page 33: Power Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 To use the system, open each rear door and move the WARNING! control up to engage. When the system on a door is engaged, that door can only be opened by using the Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision.
Page 34: Auto-Down Feature
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The window lock switch is located between the window WARNING! switches, that allows you to disable the rear window switches that are located at the back of the center floor Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the console.
Page 35: Rear Window Switches
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Rear Window Switches Wind Buffeting There are also rear passenger window switches located at Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of the rear of the center console. pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To open the unlocked liftgate, squeeze the liftgate release WARNING! touch pad located on the backside of the liftgate handle, • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison- and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion. ous exhaust gases into your vehicle.
Page 37: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized Some of the most important safety features in your seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether vehicle are the restraint systems.
Page 38: Lap/Shoulder Belts
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer from the vehicle.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, your injuries in a collision much worse. You might inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, next to your arm. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 WARNING! • A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger- ous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of on the shoulder belt.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WARNING! WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride leave you with no protection.
Page 44: Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt Untwisting Procedure
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the rear seatback is properly latched and the rear Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt Untwisting Procedure center lap/shoulder belt still cannot be pulled out, the Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ Automatic-Locking Retractor (ALR) system may be shoulder belt.
Page 45: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Seat Belt Anchorage
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Seat Belt Anchorage As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will In the front seat, the shoulder belt can be adjusted prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average upward or downward to position the belt away from you will prefer a higher position.
Page 46: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
If the driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt has not been rized dealer. buckled within 60 seconds of starting the vehicle, and if • Chrysler LLC does not recommend deactivating the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), the BeltAlert .
Page 47: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Seat Belts and Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE regulations that define Occupant Classification (Refer to WARNING! Occupant Classification System in this section). • Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers If the vehicle is equipped with side airbags, they are or attempt to manually open them.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts. Along empty or is occupied by someone that is classified in the with seat belts and pretensioners, front airbags work with “child category. This could be a child, a teenager, or even the driver inflatable knee blocker to provide improved a small adult.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the front WARNING! passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded, move the • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more seat as far back as possible, and use the proper child restraint.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 • Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners The front airbag system consists of the following: • Occupant Restraint Controller • Occupant Classification System (OCS) for the Front Passenger Seat • Side Remote Acceleration Sensors (If equipped) −...
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC also monitors the readiness of the electronic WARNING! parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or RUN positions. These include all of the Ignoring the AIRBAG light in your instrument panel items listed above except the steering wheel and could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you column, and knee bolsters.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 an adult will cause the system to turn the airbag on. In this case, the OCS has classified the occupant of the seat as an adult. An adult occupant needs to sit in a normal position (with their feet on or near the floor) in order to be properly classified.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger Air- WARNING! Front Passenger bag Disable Airbag Status Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an Seat Occupant (PAD) Indicator airbag. A deploying passenger airbag can cause death Light or serious injury to a child in a rear facing infant seat.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 seats because this can also affect occupant classification. under the seat and interferes with operation of the weight Also, if you fold down the seats in the second row check sensors, a fault will occur which turns on both the PAD to be sure they don’t touch the front passenger seat.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Side Impact (SRS) Seat Mounted Side Airbags airbag gas is vented through vent holes in the sides of the airbag. The passenger’s front airbag gas is vented (If equipped) are designed to activate only in certain through vent holes in the sides of the airbag.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 injure you if you are not seated properly, or if items are this is only about half of the time it takes you to blink positioned in the area where the side airbag inflates. This your eyes.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The following requirements must be strictly adhered to: WARNING! • Do not modify the front passenger seat assembly or Unapproved modifications or service procedures to components in any way. the front passenger seat assembly, its related compo- •...
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particles or all of the following may occur: settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufac- turer’s instructions for cleaning.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad- WARNING! vanced airbag system. The airbag may inflate • Modifications to any part of the airbag system accidentally or may not function properly if modi- could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Airbag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) You will want to have the airbags ready to • Do not place or hang any items such as add-on inflate for your protection in a collision. While video players on the front seat backs.
Page 62 Chrysler LLC and others to learn more about the eters (see the following list) in an event data recorder possible causes of crashes and associated injuries in order prior to the moment of airbag deployment, or near to assess and improve vehicle performance.
Page 63 • Impact velocity and angle provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter preserved • Seat belt status 2. Used in defense of litigation involving a Chrysler LLC • Brake status (service and parking brakes) product • Accelerator status (including vehicle speed) 3.
Page 64: Child Restraints
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Cruise control status WARNING! • Traction/stability control status In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, • Tire Pressure Monitoring System status (if equipped) can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could Child Restraints become so great that you could not hold the child, no...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 • Safety experts recommend that children ride infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least by children who weigh more than 9 kg (20 lbs) but are one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg).
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weigh- WARNING! ing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small • Improper installation can lead to failure of an to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. restraint: If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate, pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will •...
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling and retractor. Allow the belt to return into the retractor, pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, disconnect pulling on the excess webbing to tighten the lap portion the latch plate from the buckle, turn the latch plate around the child restraint.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 the outboard positions only. Regardless of the specific type of lower attachment, NEVER install LATCH- compatible child seats such that two seats share a com- mon lower anchorage. If you are installing LATCH- compatible child restraints in adjacent rear seating positions, you can use the LATCH anchors or the vehi- cle’s seat belt for the outboard position, but you must use...
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their older restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt products. Tether anchorage kits are also available for behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the most older vehicles.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we and tether straps so that you can more easily attach the have described here.
Page 72: Transporting Pets
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the child is upright in the seat. ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the engine in • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug your vehicle.
Page 73: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 A new engine may consume some oil during its first few WARNING! (Continued) thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your considered a normal part of the break-in and not inter- vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat preted as an indication of difficulty.
Page 74: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com- areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, out of the area.
Page 75: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Airbag Warning Light lodged in the tread. Inspect the tread and sidewall for The light should come on and remain on for six to eight cuts and cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness. seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first Check the tires (including spare) for proper pressure.
Page 77: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Phone Call Features ....91 Mirrors ......79 ▫...
Page 78 76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Manual Lumbar — If Equipped ..112 ▫ Parking And Instrument Panel Lights ..126 ▫ Folding Front Passenger Seat — ▫...
Page 79 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 ▫ Security ......141 Tilt Steering Column ....132 ▫...
Page 80 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Position 5 (Table) ....152 Rear Shelf Panel — If Equipped ... 149 ▫...
Page 81: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
Page 82: Outside Mirror - Passenger Side
80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirror — Passenger Side mirror, move the knob in the same direction you want the Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the mirror to move. Use the O (Center) position to guard side of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to the against accidentally moving a mirror position.
Page 83: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped NOTE: • The driver vanity mirror will become inoperable when Your vehicle may be equipped with an illuminated vanity mirror located on the sun visor. To use the mirror, the vehicle alarm is enabled.
Page 84: Uconnect Phone - If Equipped
For uconnect customer support, visit the following websites: NOTE: The sales code RER and REU radios contain an • www.chrysler.com/uconnect integrated uconnect phone. Refer to your “Navigation User’s Manual” for uconnect phone operating instruc- • www.dodge.com/uconnect tions for these radios. Radio sales code can be located •...
Page 85 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone The uconnect phone can be used with any Hands-Free is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle’s Profile certified Bluetooth cellular phone.
Page 86: Operation
84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Operation example, you can use the combined form voice com- Voice commands can be used to operate the uconnect mand Phonebook New Entry, or you can break the phone and to navigate through the uconnect phone combined form command into two voice commands: menu structure.
Page 87 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 • When prompted, after the beep, say Pair a Phone and Cancel Command At any prompt, after the beep, you can say Cancel and follow the audible prompts. you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a •...
Page 88 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in the Call by Saying a Name vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three • Press the PHONE button to begin. and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the •...
Page 89 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 Add Names to Your uconnect Phonebook After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more NOTE: Adding names to the uconnect phonebook is phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the recommended when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 90 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Only the phonebook of the currently connected cellu- phonebook. Specific Bluetooth Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature. See uconnect lar phone is accessible. website for supported phones. • Only the cellular phone’s phonebook is downloaded. •...
Page 91 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Object Exchange Profile (OBEX). Please see your phone Edit uconnect Phonebook Entries Owner’s Manual for specific instructions on how to send NOTE: these entries from your phone. • Editing names in the phonebook is recommended NOTE: when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 92 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to delete.
Page 93: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Delete/Erase “All” uconnect Phonebook Entries Phonebook List Names. • Press the PHONE button to begin. • The uconnect phone will play the names of all the •...
Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE cellular service plan. For example, if your cellular service cellular phone. Press the PHONE button to place the plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be current call on hold and answer the incoming call. accessed through the uconnect phone.
Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Place/Retrieve a Call From Hold Three-Way Calling To put a call on hold, press the PHONE button until you To initiate three-way calling, press the VOICE RECOG- hear a single beep. This indicates that the call is on hold. NITION button while a call is in progress, and make a To bring the call back from hold, press and hold the second phone call, as described under Making a Second...
Page 96: Uconnect Phone Features
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Redial cessation of the call on the uconnect phone and transfer of the call to the cellular phone. • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can •...
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say If the phone is not reachable and the uconnect phone is the name of the language you wish to switch to operational, you may reach the emergency number as English, Espanol, or Francais.
Page 98 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The uconnect phone does slightly lower your chances NOTE: • The towing assistance number dialed is based on the of successfully making a phone call as to that for the cellular phone directly. country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- 2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14- WARNING!
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Working with Automated Systems navigating through an automated customer service cen- This method is used in instances where one generally has ter menu structure, and to leave a number on a pager. to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while You can also send stored uconnect phonebook entries as navigating through an automated telephone system.
Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Barge In - Overriding Prompts Phone and Network Status Indicators The “Voice Recognition” button can be used when you If available on the radio and/or on a premium display wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by recognition command immediately.
Page 101: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 NOTE: Certain brands of cellular phones do not send Advanced Phone Connectivity the dial ring to the uconnect phone to play it on the Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone vehicle audio system, so you will not hear it. Under this The uconnect phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- situation, after successfully dialing a number the user ferred from your cellular phone to the uconnect phone...
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List Paired Cellular Phone Names Select Another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another • Press the PHONE button to begin. phone paired with the uconnect phone. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 103: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Delete uconnect phone Paired Cellular Phones Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- • Press the PHONE button to begin. nizing their voice commands or numbers, the uconnect • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say phone Voice Training feature may be used.
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Performance is maximized under: This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The system will adapt to the last trained voice only. • low-to-medium blower setting, To restore the Voice Recognition system to factory default •...
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 • It is not recommended to store similar sounding Far End Audio Performance names in the uconnect phonebook. • Audio quality is maximized under: • Phonebook (Downloaded and uconnect phone Local) • low-to-medium blower setting, name recognition rate is optimized when the entries •...
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness Bluetooth Communication Link to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to not the uconnect phone. the uconnect phone.
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Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 112: General Information
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information SEATS This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Front Seat Adjustment — If Equipped RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near following conditions: the floor.
Page 113: Six-Way Power Seat With Manual Recliner - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the Six-Way Power Seat With Manual Recliner — If seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched. Equipped The seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat near WARNING! the floor.
Page 114: Manual Lumbar - If Equipped
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This seat also has a manual recline lever located just to WARNING! the rear of the power seat switch. To recline, lean forward slightly before lifting the lever, then lean back to the Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat desired position and release the lever.
Page 115: Folding Front Passenger Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Folding Front Passenger Seat — If Equipped The passenger front seat may be folded fully forward to provide additional cargo space. To fold the seat forward, pull up on the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat. Lumbar Adjust Handle Folding Seat Control Lever...
Page 116: Adjustable Head Restraints
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Head Restraints Press the switch once to select High-level heat- Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in ing. Press the switch a second time to select the event of a rear impact. Adjust the height of a head Low-level heating.
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 WARNING! CAUTION! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin Do not place anything on the seat that insulates because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This may spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, ex- cause the seat heater to overheat.
Page 118: Folding Rear Seat
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat When returning the seatback to its upright position, To provide additional storage area, each rear seatback can make sure that the seatback latch is engaged. You should be folded forward. To fold down either seatback, push not be able to fold the seatback forward unless the release the button that is located on the top of the seatback near button is pressed or the emergency release handle is...
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your The rear center lap/shoulder belt is equipped with a vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat lockout feature to ensure that the seatback is in the belts.
Page 120: Tumbling Rear Seat
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Tumbling Rear Seat To provide additional storage in the cargo area, each rear seat can be tumbled forward. CAUTION! It is important that the front seats be pulled forward to the midpoint of the seat track to avoid contact between the rear seat and the front seatback.
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Tumbling Seat Release Strap Tumbling Seat Tether 3. Attach the tether, located at the base of the seat To return the rear seat to its upright latched position, cushion, onto the hook bar on the center trim panel to rotate the seat cushion rearward to latch the seat.
Page 122: Rear Seat Removal
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When returning the seatback to its upright position, Rear Seat Removal make sure that the seat latches are engaged. You should The rear seats can be removed to provide more cargo not be able to fold the seatback forward and/or tumble space.
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 2. Pull the release lever located on the outboard side of the seat. Lift up the seat and tumble the seat forward. Release Lever Location 4. Using the handle on the seat, the seat assembly can now be lifted and removed from the vehicle.
Page 124: Emergency Seatback Release
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To reinstall the rear seat, insert the seat into the floor EMERGENCY SEATBACK RELEASE attachments. Lower the release levers of the seat to latch WARNING! the front floor attachments and rotate the seat rearward to latch the seat.
Page 125: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 seatback can be unlatched by pulling down on the Once unlatched the seatback can be pushed forward to glow-in-the-dark lever attached to the left rear seatback gain access into the interior of the vehicle. latching mechanism.
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. Safety Latch Use the hood prop rod clipped to the driver’s side of the engine compartment to secure the hood in the open Hood Release Lever position.
Page 127: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 the button. Press the button a second time to turn the CAUTION! light off. The lights also come on when a door is opened or the dimmer control is turned fully upward, past the To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to second detent.
Page 128: Headlights
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The lights will remain on until the switch is Parking and Instrument Panel Lights pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent off before leaving the vehicle.
Page 129: Daytime Running Lights (Drl) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights, Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped rotate the center portion of the multifunction lever up or The high beam lights will come on as DRL with a lower down.
Page 130: Fog Lights - If Equipped
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights — If Equipped NOTE: The fog lights will only operate with the head- The front fog light switch is on the multifunction lights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights will lever.
Page 131: High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch Push the multifunction lever away from the steering wheel to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the lever toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights back to low beam. Turn Signal Control If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light...
Page 132: Flash-To-Pass
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Flash-to-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel. This will turn on the high beam headlights until the lever is released. NOTE: If the multifunction lever is held in the flash-to- pass position for more than 15 seconds, the high beams will shut off.
Page 133: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Intermittent Wiper System NOTE: If the front wiper is operating when the ignition The intermittent feature of this system was designed for is turned to LOCK, the wiper will automatically return to use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, the “Park”...
Page 134: Windshield Washers
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. To use the washer, pull the control lever toward you and With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the hold while spray is desired.
Page 135: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 WARNING! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col- umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve- hicle is stopped.
Page 136: To Activate
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate NOTE: The vehicle should be traveling at a steady Push the ON/OFF button. The CRUISE indicator in the speed and on level ground before pressing the SET lever. instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system off, While in the AutoStick mode, Electronic Speed Control push the ON/OFF button a second time.
Page 137: To Vary The Speed Setting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 To Vary the Speed Setting Manual Transaxle When the Electronic Speed Control is ON, speed can be Depressing the clutch pedal will disengage the Electronic increased by pulling up and holding RESUME ACCEL. Speed Control.
Page 138: To Accelerate For Passing
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Accelerate for Passing door openers, motorized gates, lighting, or home security Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the systems. The HomeLink unit operates off your vehicle’s pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. battery.
Page 139: Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 NOTE: HomeLink is disabled when the Vehicle Secu- WARNING! (Continued) rity Alarm is active. • Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a dan- gerous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage WARNING! while training the transceiver.
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle should be parked outside of the garage Watch for the HomeLink indicator to change flash rates. when programming. When it changes, it is programmed. It may take up to 30 seconds, or longer in rare cases. The garage door may Begin Programming open and close while you train.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and the garage door (or device) should activate when the HomeLink button is pressed. If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light, proceed to Step 5 “Pro- gramming A Rolling Code System.”...
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Training” Using HomeLink button. The name and color of the button may vary by To operate, simply press and release the programmed manufacturer. HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e., garage door opener, gate operator, NOTE: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate the next security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting,...
Page 143: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Gate Operator/Canadian Programming has successfully accepted the frequency signal. The Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig- indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly when nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans- fully trained.
Page 144: Troubleshooting Tips
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Troubleshooting Tips General Information If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry are some of the most common solutions: Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: •...
Page 145: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED closed and full open. Momentarily pressing the switch The power sunroof switch is located in the reading lamp. rearward will activate the Express-Open feature, causing the sunroof to open automatically. Press and hold the button in the center of the sunroof switch to open the vent.
Page 146: Wind Buffeting
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To close the sunroof, hold the switch in the forward WARNING! (Continued) position. Again, any release of the switch will stop the • In an accident, there is a greater risk of being movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof.
Page 147: Sunroof Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window. Sunroof Maintenance Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel.
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE There is one optional power outlet located in the right The rear power outlet is powered directly by the battery. rear cargo area. As an option, fuse #11 in the Integrated Power Module (IPM), may be repositioned to allow power to come from the ignition switch only, when in the ON or ACC position.
Page 149: Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 STORAGE CAUTION! Center Console/Armrest Storage Bin • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw The center console provides a sliding armrest with two power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in storage compartments under the lid.
Page 150: Storage Pockets
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE and other miscellaneous items. Push the lower button on Storage Pockets the front of the armrest, and raise the armrest for access There are storage pockets located on each door trim to the lower storage bin. The lower storage area can be panel.
Page 151: Rear Shelf Panel - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 REAR SHELF PANEL — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! The Rear Shelf Panel attaches to guides in the rear cargo • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw area. The rear shelf panel may be installed in one of five different positions.
Page 152: Position 1 (Top)
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Position 1 (Top) WARNING! Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the top guides and slide forward. Press down on the back Do not load objects on the shelf in position 1 (top). In of the shelf panel to lock it into place.
Page 153: Position 3 (Floor)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 WARNING! Do not load objects over 100 lbs (45 kg) in position 2 (middle). Failure to follow this warning could cause the shelf to collapse resulting in personal injury. Position 3 (Floor) Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the bottom guides and slide forward.
Page 154: Position 4 (Vertical)
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Position 4 (Vertical) WARNING! Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the vertical guides behind the rear seatbacks near the When in the vertical position, the rear shelf panel floor and slide downward. Push the shelf panel forward should not be used as a barrier for large objects in the to lock it by aligning the vertical guide with the rubber cargo area with the seatbacks folded down.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 2. Twist the knob on the underside of the panel and lower the shelf leg. Rear Shelf Panel Position 5 WARNING! Rear Shelf Leg Release Knob Do not load objects over 100 lbs (45 kg) in position 5 3.
Page 156: Rear Window Features
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to The rear window defroster button is located on the the heating elements: center of the instrument panel, below the radio. •...
Page 157: Rear Wiper/Washer Switch - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Rear Wiper/Washer Switch — If Equipped A switch on the right side of the steering column controls operation of the Rear Wiper/Washer function. Rotating the center of the switch forward to the on position will activate the wiper.
Page 159: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Compass/Temperature Display ..175 Instrument Panel Features ....160 ▫ Odometer Display ....177 Instrument Cluster —...
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Sales Code RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-Disc) Radio Sales Code REF — AM/FM/CD (Single-Disc) With Optional uconnect studios (Satellite Radio With Optional uconnect studios Radio), uconnect phone, And Video (Satellite Radio) And uconnect phone Entertainment Systems (VES)™ Capabilities . . . 187 Capability .
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 ▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius ▫ PTY Button Seek ....211 Identification Number (ESN/SID) ..209 ▫...
Page 162: Instrument Panel Features
160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Vent 5 — Radio 9 — TRAC Off 13 — Hazard Lights 2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — Assist Handle 10 — Climate Controls 14 — Rear Window Defrost * 3 —...
Page 163: Instrument Cluster - Base
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE...
Page 164: Instrument Cluster - Premium
162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
Page 165: Instrument Cluster - Turbo
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — TURBO...
Page 166: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, 1. Fuel Gauge or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 6. Shift Lever Indicator WARNING! The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the instrument cluster. It displays the gear position of the A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or automatic transmission. others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant.
Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when operating properly.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 during repair or replacement, be sure to keep a record of CAUTION! the reading before and after the service so that the correct mileage can be determined. The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels.
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL GASCAP 10. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) If the vehicle diagnostic system detects a leak or change The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of in the evaporative system, or the fuel filler cap is loose, an onboard diagnostic system, called OBD, that improperly installed, or damaged, the words “GASCAP”...
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 11. Odometer/Trip Odometer Reset Button 13. Turn Signal Indicators Press this button to change the display from odometer to The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal either of the two trip odometer settings. Trip A or Trip B when the turn signal lever is operated.
Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the light remains on when the parking brake has been NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake tions.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will illuminate turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the and the chime will sound. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” ON position.
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for 21. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light service. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in Section 6 This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System for more information. (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may 18.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 22. Oil Pressure Warning Light 24. High Beam Indicator This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The This indicator shows that the high beam head- light should turn on momentarily when the engine lights are on. Push the multifunction lever forward is started.
Page 176: Compass Mini-Trip Computer (Cmtc) - If Equipped
174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL exist, this display shows the EVIC messages. Refer to Compass Mini-Trip Computer Reset Button “Electronic Vehicle Information Center” in this section. CMTC Reset Button — Secondary Reset Button On vehicles equipped with Compass Mini-Trip Com- Press the left Compass/Temperature RESET button to puter (CMTC) the display provides the outside tempera- scroll through sub-menus (i.e., Trip Functions: AVG Fuel...
Page 177: Compass/Temperature Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 Compass/Temperature Display Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To ensure compass accu- racy, the compass variance should be properly set accord- ing to the variance map for the zone where the vehicle will be driven.
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the zone, press and release the RESET button to incre- Calibrate the compass by driving slowly, under 5 mph ment the variance one step. Repeat as necessary, until the (8 km/h) in one or more complete circles in a area free desired variance is achieved.
Page 179: Odometer Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 3. Release the RESET button, then press and hold again Trip Odometer (ODO) (approximately 10 seconds), until the direction is dis- This display shows the distance traveled since the last played with the CAL indicator on continuously in the reset.
Page 180: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- (EVIC) – IF EQUIPPED tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. The EVIC consists of the following: EVIC Operation • System Status •...
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 • Left/Right Rear Door Ajar (one or more, with a single When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays the following messages: chime, if speed is above 1 mph) • Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime) •...
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) displayed. To reset all resettable functions, press and release the EVIC button a second time within three • Personal Settings seconds of resetting the currently-displayed function (Reset ALL will be displayed during this three-second window).
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 history information will be erased, and the averaging will FUEL text and a new DTE value will be displayed, based continue from where it was before the reset. on the current values in the DTE calculation and the current fuel tank level.
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and release the EVIC button until “Personal Set- Lock Doors Automatically at 15 MPH (24 Km/h) tings” is displayed in the EVIC. When ON is selected, all doors lock automatically when the speed of the vehicle reaches 15 mph (24 km/h). Press Use the EVIC button to display one of the following and hold the EVIC button when in this display until ON choices:...
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 Remote Unlock All Doors is selected, all doors will without the Sound Horn On Lock feature activated. Press unlock at the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK and hold the EVIC button when in this display until ON button.
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Turn Headlights on with Remote Key Unlock Automatic Compass Calibration When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate The compass on your vehicle is self-calibrating, eliminat- and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are ing the need to manually calibrate the compass.
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 • Keep all magnetic objects, such as laptop computers, 3. Press and release the EVIC button several times until iPod’s, cell phones and PDA’s (anything with a bat- “Calibrate Compass (Yes)” is displayed. A EVIC button tery) away from the compass sensor which is located press (longer than two seconds) will place the compass in in the top of the instrument panel.
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL differences, the variance should be set for the zone where To Set the Variance the vehicle is driven, per the zone map. Once properly Follow this procedure to set the Variance: set, the compass will automatically compensate for the 1.
Page 189: Setting The Analog Clock
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 5. Press and release the EVIC button to exit. SALES CODE RAQ – AM/FM/CD (6-DISC) RADIO WITH OPTIONAL uconnect studios (SATELLITE SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK RADIO), uconnect phone, AND VIDEO To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS (VES)™...
Page 190: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - Radio Mode MODE Button (Radio Mode) Press the MODE button repeatedly to select between the NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC CD player, Satellite Radio, or Video Entertainment Sys- position to operate the radio.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 will return. Rotating the volume control, turning the TIME Button radio ON/OFF, or turning OFF the ignition will also Press the TIME button and the time of day will be return the sound from the speakers displayed for 5 seconds.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF (Radio Mode) Press the rotary TUNE control a second time and “MID” Pressing the Rewind/Fast Forward button causes the will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of increase or decrease the Mid Range tones.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 RND/PTY Button (Program Type Radio Mode) 16 Digit-Character Program Type Pressing this button once will turn on the PTY mode for Display 5 seconds. If no action is taken during the 5 second time Country Country out the PTY icon will turn off.
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/DIR Button (Radio Mode) — To Set the 16 Digit-Character Program Type Pushbutton Memory Display When you are receiving a station that you wish to Soft Rock Soft_Rock commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/DIR but- Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft_R_&_B ton.
Page 195: Operation Instructions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 Every time a preset button is used a corresponding Inserting Compact Disc(s) button number will be displayed. Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into Buttons 1 - 6 (Radio Mode) the CD player and the CD icon will illuminate on the These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you...
Page 196: Load/Eject Button (Cd Mode For Cd Audio Play)
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play) LOAD/EJECT Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next Play) selection on the CD. Press the left side of the button to LOAD/ EJECT - Load return to the beginning of the current selection, or return Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push-...
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 radio display will show EJECTING DISC when the disc TIME Button (CD Mode for CD Audio Play) is being ejected and prompt the user to remove the disc. Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display.
Page 198: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RND/PTY Button (Random Play Button) (CD Mode Notes On Playing MP3 Files for CD Audio Play) The radio can play MP3 files, however, acceptable MP3 Press this button while the CD is playing to activate file recording media and formats are limited.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.mp3 exten- • Maximum number of directory levels: 15 sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.mp3 •...
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Bit rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification Frequency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, 192, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 160, 128, 112, 96,...
Page 201: Operation Instructions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 Operation Instructions - (CD Mode for MP3 Audio LOAD/ EJECT - Eject Play) Press the LOAD/ EJECT button and the push- button with the corresponding number where SEEK Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) the CD was loaded and the disc will unload Pressing the right side of the SEEK button plays the next and move to the entrance for easy removal.
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MSG or INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) AM/FM Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and MSG or INFO button while playing MP3 disc. Switches back to radio mode. The radio scrolls through the following TAG information: RND/ PTY Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Song Title, Artist, File Name, and Folder Name (if avail- Pressing this button plays files randomly.
Page 203: Radio With Optional Uconnect Studios
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 Operating Instructions - uconnect studios (Satellite Radio) (If Equipped) Refer to the uconnect studios (Satellite Radio) section of the Owner’s Manual. Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES)™ (If Equipped) Refer to separate Video Entertainment System (VES)™ Guide.
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Push the ON/VOL control to turn the radio ON. Push the Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next ON/VOL a second time to turn OFF the radio. listenable station in either AM/FM or Satellite (if equipped) mode.
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 SCAN Button (Radio Mode) 2. Adjust the hours by turning the TUNE/AUDIO con- Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for trol. the next listenable station in either, AM, FM, or Satellite 3. After the hours are adjusted, press the TUNE/AUDIO (if equipped) frequencies, pausing for five seconds at control to set the minutes.
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) Press the rotary TUNE control a fifth time and “FADE” Press the button to select AM or FM modes. will display. Turn the TUNE control to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the front and rear speak- Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade ers.
Page 207: Operating Instructions - Cd Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 the SET button twice and “SET 2” will show in the Inserting The Compact Disc (Single CD Player) display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD SET 2 in both AM and FM.
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button (CD Mode) EJECT Button (CD Mode) Press the right side of the SEEK button for the next track Press this button and the disc will unload and on the CD. Press the left side of the button to return to the move to the entrance for easy removal.
Page 209: Operating Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 Press and hold the FF button to fast forward through the MP3 player, cassette player, or microphone and utilize tracks. Release the FF button to stop the fast forward the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play feature.
Page 210: Operating Instructions - Uconnect Phone - If Equipped
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL second time and the sound from the speakers will return. RW/FF (Auxiliary Mode) Rotating the volume control or turning the ignition No function. OFF/ON will also return the sound from the speakers. RND/SET Button (Auxiliary Mode) SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) No function.
Page 211: Uconnect Studios (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 uconnect studios (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification EQUIPPED Number (ESN/SID) Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast- The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Num- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio coast.
Page 212: Selecting Uconnect Studios (Satellite) Mode In Ref, And Raq, Radios
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ESN/SID Access With RAQ Radios Selecting Satellite Mode — RAQ Radio With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and Press the MODE button repeatedly until the word SAT the radio OFF, press the CD Eject and TIME buttons appears in the display.
Page 213: Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 moving on to the next channel. The word SCAN will PTY Button SCAN appear in the display between each channel change. Press When the desired program type is obtained, press the the SCAN button a second time to stop the search. SCAN button within five seconds.
Page 214: Reception Quality
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause CD/DVD MAINTENANCE decreased performance. Larger luggage items should be To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following placed as far forward as possible. Do not place items precautions: directly on or above the antenna.
Page 215: Radio Operation And Cellular Phones
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- CLIMATE CONTROLS lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective Climate Control Operation coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) The Climate Control system allows you to balance the oversized, or have protection encoding.
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The air conditioning system of your vehicle Mode Control (Air Direction) contains R-134a, a refrigerant that does not deplete the The Mode control allows you to ozone layer in the upper atmosphere. choose from several patterns of air distribution.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 NOTE: There is a difference in temperature between the Defrost upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmer Air is directed through the windshield and side air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved window demist outlets.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Temperature Control CAUTION! Use this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the If the Defroster is not working the windshield and passenger compartment. The blue windows may become fogged, and your visibility area of the scale indicates cooler will be greatly diminished.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Air Conditioning (A/C) — If Equipped MAX A/C Press the A/C button to engage To quickly cool the vehicle interior the air conditioning. A lamp will follow the steps listed below: illuminate when the air condition- ing system is engaged NOTE: The air conditioning compressor will not engage 1.
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: NOTE: Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may • Recirculation Mode will not operate in Floor, Mix or make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may Defrost modes. occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended. •...
Page 221: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Operating Tips Operating Tips...
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging raise the boiling point of the coolant for protection against Vehicle side windows tend to fog on the inside in mild, overheating. A 50% concentration is recommended. rainy or humid weather. To clear the windows, use the Outside Air Intake A/C, Panel and Blower controls.
Page 223: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....224 Manual Transaxle — If Equipped ..226 ▫...
Page 224 222 STARTING AND OPERATING Driving On Slippery Surfaces ... . . 236 Tire Safety Information ....248 ▫...
Page 225 STARTING AND OPERATING 223 Adding Fuel ......274 Trailer Towing ......278 ▫...
Page 226: Starting Procedures
224 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic Transaxle — If Equipped Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes and press the shift lever knob button before shifting to WARNING! any driving gear.
Page 227: Extreme Cold Weather
STARTING AND OPERATING 225 If The Engine Fails To Start WARNING! If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” procedure, it may be flooded. Push Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it started.
Page 228: After Starting
226 STARTING AND OPERATING TURBOCHARGER COOL-DOWN CHART CAUTION! Driving Conditions Idle Before Shutdown To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the Normal 0 min engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to Aggressive/Heavy Load 3 min 15 seconds before trying again.
Page 229 STARTING AND OPERATING 227 Fully press the clutch pedal before you shift gears. As you Use each gear in numerical order - do not skip a gear. Be release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator sure the shift lever is in first gear, (not third gear), when pedal.
Page 230 228 STARTING AND OPERATING Recommended Shift Speeds Table 2 - Manual Transaxle Maximum Performance To use your manual transaxle for optimal fuel economy, Shift Speeds in MPH (km/h) it should be upshifted as listed in Table 1. Engine 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5...
Page 231: Automatic Transaxle - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 229 Downshifting AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE — IF EQUIPPED Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and WARNING! prolong engine life. It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or CAUTION! NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle If you skip a gear while downshifting or downshift speed.
Page 232: Brake/Transmission Interlock System
230 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Interlock System CAUTION! This system prevents you from moving the shift lever out of PARK and into any gear unless the brake pedal is Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following pressed. This system is active only while the ignition precautions are not observed: •...
Page 233: Four-Speed Automatic Transaxle
STARTING AND OPERATING 231 NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the RESET Mode key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety The transaxle is monitored electronically for abnormal feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and conditions.
Page 234: Gear Ranges
232 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Even if the transaxle can be reset, it is recom- WARNING! mended that you visit an authorized dealer at your earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could those in and near the vehicle.
Page 235 STARTING AND OPERATING 233 • Look at the shift indicator window on the console to NEUTRAL ensure it is in the PARK position. This range is used when vehicle is standing for pro- longed periods with engine running. Engine may be •...
Page 236: Autostick - If Equipped
234 STARTING AND OPERATING When frequent transaxle shifting occurs while using the LOW — 1st DRIVE/OVERDRIVE range, such as when operating the This range should be used for maximum engine braking vehicle under heavy loading conditions (in hilly terrain, when descending steep grades. In this range, up shifts traveling into strong head winds, or while towing trail- will occur only to prevent engine over speed while down ers), use third gear.
Page 237: Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 235 Operation You can move the shift lever in or out of the Autostick The Autostick position is just below the OVERDRIVE mode at any time without taking your foot off the position and is identified by the word “Autostick”. When accelerator pedal.
Page 238: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
236 STARTING AND OPERATING • The transaxle will automatically upshift from first to • If the system detects powertrain overheating, the second gear and from second to third gear when transaxle will revert to the automatic shift mode and engine speed reaches about 6,300 RPM. remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off.
Page 239: Traction
STARTING AND OPERATING 237 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! 3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. become visible. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the 4.
Page 240: Flowing/Rising Water
238 STARTING AND OPERATING Flowing/Rising Water Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through WARNING! shallow standing water, consider the following Caution and Warning before doing so. Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 241 STARTING AND OPERATING 239 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 242: Power Steering
240 STARTING AND OPERATING POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability Continued operation with reduced power steering in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. steering capability if power assist is lost.
Page 243: Power Steering Fluid Check
STARTING AND OPERATING 241 Power Steering Fluid Check WARNING! Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are with the engine off to prevent injury from moving apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.
Page 244 242 STARTING AND OPERATING If the parking brake is applied while the vehicle is moving, a chime will sound to alert the driver. The chime will sound up to 10 times, or until the vehicle has returned to a stop. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is set.
Page 245: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 As an added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the BRAKE SYSTEM curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an Your vehicle is equipped with power-assisted brakes as uphill grade. standard equipment. In the event power-assist is lost for any reason (for example, repeated brake applications Always apply the parking brake before leaving the with the engine off), the brakes will still function.
Page 246: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs) - If Equipped
244 STARTING AND OPERATING If either of the two hydraulic systems lose normal capa- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) — If Equipped bility, the remaining system will still function with some The ABS provides increased vehicle stability and brake loss of overall braking effectiveness. This will be evident performance under most braking conditions.
Page 247 STARTING AND OPERATING 245 the conventional brake system will continue to operate WARNING! (Continued) normally if the “Brake Warning Light” is not on. • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced those resulting from excessive speed in turns, as soon as possible to restore the benefits of anti-lock following another vehicle too closely, or hydro-...
Page 248: Traction Control System - If Equipped
246 STARTING AND OPERATING ABS is activated during braking under certain road or WARNING! stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in- clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip- debris, or panic stops. ment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly-installed or high-output radio trans- You also may experience the following when the brake mitting equipment.
Page 249 STARTING AND OPERATING 247 • There is a Traction Control System malfunction; occurs the “TCS Indicator Light” located above the instrument cluster odometer will flash. The system oper- • The system has been automatically deactivated to ates at speeds below 35 mph (56 km/h). prevent damage to the brake system due to overheated brake temperatures.
Page 250: Tire Safety Information
248 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 251 STARTING AND OPERATING 249 • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded tion.
Page 252 250 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
Page 253: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 251 Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 254: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
252 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: Tire Placard Location 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed 2) total weight your vehicle can carry on the driver’s side B-Pillar.
Page 255 STARTING AND OPERATING 253 Loading To determine the maximum loading conditions of your The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you XXX kg”...
Page 256 254 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of of your vehicle with varying seating configurations...
Page 257 STARTING AND OPERATING 255...
Page 258: Tires - General Information
256 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 accidents. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 259 STARTING AND OPERATING 257 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side “B” Pillar. hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure the right or left.
Page 260 258 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the Winter.
Page 261 STARTING AND OPERATING 259 Tire Pressures for High-Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 262 260 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! Temporary-use spare tires are for emergency use Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take only. With these tires, do not drive more than 50 mph your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the (80 km/h).
Page 263 STARTING AND OPERATING 261 WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for more than 30 seconds continuously when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the...
Page 264 262 STARTING AND OPERATING Life Of Tire Replacement Tires The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many factors including, but not limited to: characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure.
Page 265: Tire Chains
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 266: Snow Tires
264 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at used.
Page 267: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 265 The suggested rotation method is shown in the following The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about diagram. 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C). This means that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will decrease.
Page 268 266 STARTING AND OPERATING TPMS will continue to warn you of low tire pressure as Telltale Light. Driving the vehicle may cause the tire long as the condition exists, and will not turn off until the pressure to rise to approximately 28 psi (193 kPa), but the tire pressure is at or above the recommended cold TPMS Telltale Light will still be ON.
Page 269: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 267 • TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, CAUTION! and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure using an accurate tire pressure gauge, After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- even if under-inflation has not reached the level to ways reinstall the valve stem cap.
Page 270 268 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS consists of the following components: Check TPMS Warning The TPMS Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 sec- • Receiver Module onds and then remain on solid when a system fault is •...
Page 271 STARTING AND OPERATING 269 NOTE: 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and 1. The compact spare tire (if equipped) does not have a reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, TPMS Sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the the TPMS will update automatically and the TPMS pressure in the compact spare tire.
Page 272: Fuel Requirements
270 STARTING AND OPERATING The tire pressure sensors are regulated under one of the Reformulated Gasoline following licenses: Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline”. United States ..... KR5S120123 Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates, and are spe- Canada .
Page 273 STARTING AND OPERATING 271 • OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light” on CAUTION! • poor engine performance DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or E85 • poor cold start and cold drivability Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and drivability problems and may damage critical •...
Page 274 272 STARTING AND OPERATING MMT In Gasoline Materials Added to Fuel MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is All gasoline sold in the United States is required to blended into some gasoline to increase the octane num- contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional ber.
Page 275 STARTING AND OPERATING 273 Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition WARNING! malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune monoxide poisoning:...
Page 276: Adding Fuel
274 STARTING AND OPERATING • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte- NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler cap door the vehicle is raised.
Page 277 STARTING AND OPERATING 275 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control in violation of most state and federal fire regula- system could result from using an improper fuel tions and doing so will cause the malfunction tank filler tube cap (gas cap).
Page 278: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
276 STARTING AND OPERATING • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel VEHICLE LOADING tank is full. As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message affixed to the driver’s side door or B-Pillar.
Page 279 STARTING AND OPERATING 277 The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the Curb Weight Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
Page 280: Trailer Towing
278 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 281 STARTING AND OPERATING 279 Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) WARNING! The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem- It is important that you do not exceed the maximum porary) loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and front or rear GAWR.
Page 282 280 STARTING AND OPERATING that typically provides adjustable friction associated with towing safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer control also dampens sway caused by traffic and cross- swaying motions while traveling. winds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability.
Page 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 Trailer Hitch Classification TRAILER HITCH CLASSIFICATIONS Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of Max. GTW Class trailers weighing over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) with the optional (Gross Trailer Wt.) Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your authorized dealer Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) service center for package content.
Page 284 282 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Trailer Towing Weights Max. GTW Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. Tongue Wt. (Gross Trailer Wt.) 2.4L NA and 2.4L Turbo/Automatic* 20 sq ft (1.9 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 110 lbs (50 kg)
Page 285 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 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 plac- ard in the Tire Safety Information section of this manual for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle.
Page 286 284 STARTING AND OPERATING • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not over- CAUTION! (Continued) load your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can cause a • During the first 500 miles (805 km) of trailer loss of control, poor performance or damage to brakes, towing, limit your speed to 50 mph (80 km/h).
Page 287 STARTING AND OPERATING 285 • Total weight must be distributed between the tow • Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- vehicle and the trailer such that the following four sures before trailer usage. ratings are not exceeded: •...
Page 288 286 STARTING AND OPERATING • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is WARNING! required when towing a trailer with electronically • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic hydraulic brake lines.
Page 289 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four–or seven-pin connector wiring harness.
Page 290: Towing Tips
288 STARTING AND OPERATING TOWING TIPS Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transaxle The OVERDRIVE/DRIVE gear range can be selected when towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, third gear should be selected.
Page 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 NOTE: Using the third gear range while operating the Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. performance and extend transmission life by reducing •...
Page 292: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
290 STARTING AND OPERATING Cooling System RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- MOTORHOME, ETC.) heating, take the following actions: Towing — Manual Transaxle • City Driving If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transaxle, it When stopped for short periods of time, put transmission may be towed with all four wheels on the ground, in a in NEUTRAL but do not increase engine idle speed.
Page 293: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Jacking Instructions ....296 Hazard Warning Flashers ....292 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 294: Hazard Warning Flashers
292 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS Do not use this emergency warning system when the The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your vehicle is disabled instrument panel, below the radio. and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists.
Page 295 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 293 • You can also turn the Temperature Control to maxi- CAUTION! mum heat, the Mode Control to floor and the Fan Control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a Driving with a hot cooling system could damage supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat your vehicle.
Page 296: Jacking And Tire Changing
294 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location The jack and jack-handle are stowed behind the right rear WARNING! side trim panel in the cargo area. • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed.
Page 297: Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 295 Spare Tire Stowage Spare Tire Removal The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear of the Lift up the cover and fit the jack-handle over the drive vehicle by means of a hook/basket mechanism. To re- nut.
Page 298: Preparations For Jacking
296 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or position. For example, if changing the slippery areas.
Page 299 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 297 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely the edge of the roadway as possible before raising careful of motor traffic.
Page 300 298 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: If equipped with a center cap that covers the symbol. Turn the jack screw to the right until the jack wheel nuts, pry off the cap using the small end of the lug head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wrench.
Page 301 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 299 Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten securely engaged. the nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. 3.
Page 302: Jump-Starting Procedures
300 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES tightened the nuts correctly, have them checked with a JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a qualified WARNING! service station. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- 7.
Page 303 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 301 1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry WARNING! such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not inadvertent electrical contact. allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or cloth- 2.
Page 304: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
302 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. If the vehicle is equipped with Sentry Key Immobi- If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it lizer, turn the ignition switch to the ON position for three can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your seconds before moving the ignition switch to the START steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the position.
Page 305: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 303 towed must not exceed 100 miles (160 km), and the CAUTION! towing speed must not exceed 44 mph (72 km/h). If the transaxle is not operative, or if the vehicle is to be towed Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast more than 100 miles (160 km), the vehicle must be towed may lead to transaxle overheating and failure.
Page 306: Towing Without The Key-In-Ignition
304 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES All Transaxles Towing Without The Key-In-Ignition Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed CAUTION! with the ignition in the LOCK position. A dolly should be used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised. If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent dam- ignition switch must be in the ACC position, not in...
Page 307: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... . . 307 Maintenance Procedures ....312 ▫...
Page 308 306 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Exhaust System ..... 321 Bulb Replacement ..... 345 ▫...
Page 309: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 307 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 — Battery 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Automatic Transaxle Dipstick 3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 9 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 —...
Page 310: Engine Compartment - 2.4L Turbo
308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L TURBO 1 — Engine Oil Fill 6 — Battery 2 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 —...
Page 311: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II installed, or damaged. A “gASCAP” message will be Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard displayed in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas cap diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors until a clicking sound is heard.
Page 312 310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when 4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is will see the MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb ready for testing.
Page 313: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 you may need to do nothing more than drive your DEALER SERVICE vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- system to update. A recheck with the above test routine nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Page 314: Maintenance Procedures
312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids vehicle. that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter- Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed vals.
Page 315 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 The best time to check the engine oil level is about five Change Engine Oil minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat interval at which your oil should be changed.
Page 316: Maintenance Schedules
API certified and meet engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or three months, the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. whichever comes first, and follow “Maintenance Sched- ule B — All Engines”in Section 8 of this manual.
Page 317 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315 Synthetic Engine Oils CAUTION! You may use synthetic engine oils, provided the recom- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes chemicals can damage your engine.
Page 318: Engine Oil Filter
316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Filter NOTE: For vehicles with a Turbo engine, a small The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine amount of oil accumulation in the air cleaner box is oil change. normal. The amount will depend on driving style. The air cleaner box should be cleaned out and a new make-up air Engine Oil Filter Selection filter element should be installed during the normal air...
Page 319: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 317 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 used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air burn or even blind you.
Page 320: Air Conditioner Maintenance
318 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • It is essential when replacing the cables on the should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should battery that the positive cable is attached to the include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance positive post and the negative cable is attached to...
Page 321: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 319 Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- WARNING! ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants service be performed by dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment. approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system.
Page 322: Windshield Wiper Blades
320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE attention should also be given to hood latching compo- remove frost or ice from the windshield. To avoid dam- nents to ensure proper function. When performing other aging the blades, make sure that they are not frozen to the underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism glass before turning them on.
Page 323: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 321 Exhaust System WARNING! The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon system. monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system, eventually poison you.
Page 324 322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In materials that can burn. Such materials might be the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv- grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor-...
Page 325: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: WARNING! (Continued) • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition • You or others can be badly burned by hot engine when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 326 324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub- CAUTION! ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for leaks.
Page 327 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325 When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): CAUTION! (Continued) • The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR • This vehicle has not been designed for use with Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula Propylene Glycol based engine coolant (anti- HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology). freeze).
Page 328 326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- WARNING! tain the proper level of protection against freezing, • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on according to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
Page 329 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327 Disposal of Used Engine Coolant Coolant Level Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the with your local authorities to determine the disposal engine idling, and warm to normal operating tempera- rules for your community.
Page 330 328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are Points to Remember required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles (a does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling few kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor system should be pressure tested for leaks.
Page 331: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 329 Brake System Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per- In order to assure brake system performance, all brake forming underhood services. system components should be inspected periodically. Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing Refer to the “Maintenance Schedules”...
Page 332 330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE transaxle Clutch Release System should not require fluid CAUTION! replacement during the life of the vehicle. If the Brake Fluid Reservoir is low, and the brake system does not Use of improper brake fluids will affect overall indicate any leaks or other problems, it may be a result of clutch system performance.
Page 333: Automatic Transaxle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 Fluid Level Check CAUTION! Use the following procedure to check the automatic transaxle fluid level properly: Do not allow petroleum-based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid; all brake seal components could be 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. damaged causing partial or complete brake failure.
Page 334 332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hot CAUTION! or cold. Hot fluid is approximately 180°F (82° C), which • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- is the normal operating temperature after the vehicle is driven at least 15 miles (24 km).
Page 335 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 Fluid and Filter Changes Special Additives Automatic transmission fluid and filter should be Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered changed as follows: product and its performance may be impaired by supple- mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi- Maintenance Schedule A —...
Page 336: Manual Transaxle
334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Manual Transaxle Frequency of Fluid Change Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at Lubricant Selection the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of Use only the manufacturer’s recommended transmission the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless the fluid.
Page 337 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 • Salt in the air near sea coast localities, and road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. have an adverse affect on paint, metal trim, and under- body protection.
Page 338 336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or CAUTION! similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos- Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such sible.
Page 339 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and Equipped chrome-plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 340 338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning Interior Trim upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is not Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp required to maintain the original condition. cloth, a damp cloth with MOPAR Total Clean, then WARNING! MOPAR Spot &...
Page 341 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel Instrument Panel Cover wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses. The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface, which minimizes reflections in the windshield. Do not Glass Surfaces use protectants or other products which may cause All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis...
Page 342: Fuses
340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water.
Page 343 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 Cartridge Cartridge Cavity Mini-Fuse Description Cavity Mini-Fuse Description Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Red CHMSL 40 Amp Power Seats Brake Green Switch Feed 20 Amp CCN Feed, 10 Amp Red Ignition Yellow Power Switch Feed Locks 20 Amp Trailer Tow 15 Amp Lt Power...
Page 344 342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cartridge Cavity Mini-Fuse Description Cavity Mini-Fuse Description Fuse Fuse 50 Amp Red RAD Fan 10 Amp Red IOD Feed Relay Intrus Battery Feed Mod/Siren 15 Amp Lt. IGN Run/ 10 Amp Red IGN RUN Blue Acc Cigar Hvac/ Ltr/Sunroof...
Page 345 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 Cartridge Cartridge Cavity Mini-Fuse Description Cavity Mini-Fuse Description Fuse Fuse 15 Amp Lt. ENG ASD 30 Amp ENG ASD Blue Relay Feed Pink Control Feed 1 10 Amp Red IGN RUN 10 Amp Red ABS MOD/ Only ORC J1962 Feed...
Page 346: Vehicle Storage
344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Disengage the mini-fuse in the Power Distribution CAUTION! Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw). • When installing the Integrated Power Module • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- erly positioned and fully latched.
Page 347: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 BULB REPLACEMENT LIGHTS BULBS — Exterior Bulb No. Low Beam Headlight ....9006XS Headlights High Beam Headlight ....9005XS Front Park/Turn Signal/ CAUTION! Side Marker Light .
Page 348: Front Parking, Turn Signal, And Side Marker Lights
346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Disconnect the electrical connector(s). Front Parking, Turn Signal, and Side Marker Lights 1. Remove the headlight access cover splash shield, located in the front wheel well opening. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector. 3. Rotate the socket to the left one-quarter turn, and replace the bulb.
Page 349: Front Fog Lights - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 3. Rotate the socket to the left one-quarter turn, and replace the bulb. Front Fog Lights — If Equipped 1. Remove the fasteners attaching the lower splash shield to gain access to the fog light. 2. Twist and remove the bulb from the fog light housing. 3.
Page 350: Backup Lights
348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Backup Lights 2. Fully compress the clip to get the lamp to come out completely. 1. To remove the backup lamp, you must take a fiber stick and slide it along the inboard side of the lamp and 3.
Page 351: Fluids And Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 15 Gallons 56.7 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.4 Liter/2.4L Turbo Engines (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) 5 Quarts 4.7 Liters Cooling System * 2.4 Liter/2.4L Turbo Engines (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine 6.5 Quarts 6.2 Liters Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula)
Page 352: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. Engine Oil Filter MOPAR Engine Oil Filter or equivalent.
Page 353: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Brake Master Cylinder/Manual MOPAR DOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE Transmission Clutch System J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Page 355 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Schedule B — All Engines ..357 Emissions Control System Maintenance ..354 ▫ Maintenance Schedule A — Non- Maintenance Schedules ....354 Turbocharged .
Page 356: Emissions Control System Maintenance
354 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type There are three maintenance schedules that show re- must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure quired service for your vehicle. the continued proper functioning of the emissions control First is “Maintenance Schedule B —...
Page 357 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 355 • Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser- Second “Maintenance Schedule — Non- vice).† Turbocharged.” It is for vehicles that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under “Maintenance • Off-road or desert operation. Schedule B — All Engines.” •...
Page 358: At Each Stop For Fuel
356 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct At Each Stop for Fuel operation. • Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a • Check rubber seals on each side of the radiator for fully warmed engine is shut off.
Page 359: Maintenance Schedule B - All Engines
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 357 • Extensive engine idling. Maintenance Schedule B — All Engines Follow “Maintenance Schedule B — All Engines”, if you • Driving in dusty conditions. usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km). following conditions.
Page 360 358 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES NOTE: If none of these apply to you, and your vehicle is • If ANY of these apply to you, then change your engine equipped with a Non–Turbocharged engine, then change oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or three months, your engine oil at every interval shown on “Maintenance whichever comes first, and follow ’Maintenance Schedule A —...
Page 361 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 359 Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000 (Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) (30 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace as necessary.
Page 362 360 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) (55 000) (60 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 363 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 361 Miles 39,000 42,000 45,000 48,000 51,000 54,000 (Kilometers) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Change the brake fluid.
Page 364 362 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 (Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 365 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 363 Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 366 364 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Change the brake fluid if your vehicle is used for trailer towing.
Page 367 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 365 Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 368 366 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 123,000 126,000 129,000 132,000 135,000 (Kilometers) (205 000) (210 000) (215 000) (220 000) (225 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace as necessary.*...
Page 369 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 367 Miles 138,000 141,000 144,000 147,000 150,000 (Kilometers) (230 000) (235 000) (240 000) (245 000) (250 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 370: Maintenance Schedule A - Non-Turbocharged
368 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Schedule A — Non-Turbocharged Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000) (60 000) [Months] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires.
Page 371 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 369 Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 (Kilometers) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000) [Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 372 370 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000 (Kilometers) (120 000) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000) [Months] [72] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 373 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 371 Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000 126,000 132,000 138,000 (Kilometers) (180 (190 (200 (210 (220 (230 000) 000) 000) 000) 000) 000) [Months] [108] [114] [120] [126] [132] [138] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 374 372 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 144,000 150,000 (Kilometers) (240 000) (250 000) [Months] [144] [150] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. Replace the spark plugs. Adjust the generator belt tension. Replace the air cleaner filter.* * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer Inspection and service should also be performed anytime...
Page 375: Maintenance Schedule A - Turbocharged
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 373 Maintenance Schedule A — Turbocharged Miles 5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 25,000 30,000 (Kilometers) (8 000) (16 000) (24 000) (32 000) (40 000) (48 000) [Months] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires.
Page 376 374 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 35,000 40,000 45,000 50,000 55,000 60,000 (Kilometers) (56 000) (64 000) (72 000) (80 000) (88 000) (96 000) [Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] [72] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 377 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 375 Miles 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 85,000 90,000 (Kilometers) (104 000) (112 000) (120 000) (128 000) (136 000) (144 000) [Months] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102] [108] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 378 376 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 95,000 100,000 105,000 110,000 115,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (152 000) (160 000) (168 000) (176 000) (184 000) (192 000) [Months] [114] [120] [126] [132] [138] [144] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 379 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 377 Miles 125,000 130,000 135,000 140,000 145,000 150,000 (Kilometers) (200 000) (208 000) (216 000) (224 000) (232 000) (240 000) [Months] [150] [156] [162] [168] [174] [180] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 380 378 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that 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 381: If You Need Consumer Assistance
Reporting Safety Defects ....384 ▫ Chrysler LLC Customer Center ..382 ▫ In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
Page 382 380 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 387 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......387 ▫...
Page 383: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 381 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...
Page 384: Chrysler Llc Customer Center
Phone: (800) 992-1997 • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer- Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center ship. They want to know if you need assistance. P.O. Box 1621 Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 •...
Page 385: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 383 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.
Page 386: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
An authorized dealer See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and provisions of Chrysler Motors LLC warranties applicable training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with to this vehicle.
Page 387: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 385 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
Page 388 Chrysler LLC vehicles. maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler LLC Included are starting, operating, emergency and main- vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle,...
Page 389 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 387 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Page 390 388 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 391 INDEX...
Page 392 390 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ....244 Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ... . . 7 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ..325 Antenna, Satellite Radio .
Page 393 INDEX 391 Special Additives ..... . 333 Bulb Replacement ..... 344,345 Autostick .
Page 394 392 INDEX Check Engine Light Compass ..... 173,174,176,185 (Malfunction Indicator Light) ... . . 168,309 Compass Calibration .
Page 395 INDEX 393 Corrosion Protection ..... 334 Door Locks, Automatic ....29 Cruise Light .
Page 396 394 INDEX Emission Control System Maintenance ..309,354 Exhaust Gas Caution ....34,71,273,321 Engine ......307,308 Exhaust System .
Page 397 INDEX 395 Cooling System ..... . . 323 Gauge ......164 Power Steering .
Page 398 396 INDEX Odometer ......167 Passing ......130 Tachometer .
Page 399 INDEX 397 Interior Appearance Care ....338 Lead Free Gasoline ..... . 270 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .
Page 400 398 INDEX Low Fuel ......172 Locks Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..168 Child Protection .
Page 401 INDEX 399 Manual, Service ......385 New Vehicle Break-In Period ....70 Manual Transaxle .
Page 402 400 INDEX Onboard Diagnostic System ....309 Power Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink ) ... 136 Door Locks .
Page 403 INDEX 401 Radio (Sound Systems) ....187,201 Reporting Safety Defects ....384 Rear Liftgate (Sedan) .
Page 404 402 INDEX And Pregnant Women ....45 Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ....18 Child Restraint .
Page 405 INDEX 403 Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....263 Sun Visor Extension ..... . . 81 Snow Tires .
Page 406 404 INDEX Compact Spare ......259 Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ....282 General Information .
Page 407 INDEX 405 Transaxle ......229 Tumbling Rear Seat (Sedan) ....118 Additives .
Page 408 406 INDEX Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ..18 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ....337 Wind Buffeting .
Page 409 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.

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