Page 1 PT Cruiser 2 0 1 0 OWNE R ’ S MANUAL...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 4 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 5: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
Page 6 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 7: 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 8: 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 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Sentry Key — If Equipped ....15 ▫...
Page 11 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ....20 Power Windows ..... . . 31 ▫...
Page 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System ▫ Transporting Pets ..... 70 (BeltAlert ) .
Page 13: 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 Place the shift lever in PARK and make sure that the shift the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These lever knob pushbutton has returned to the outward numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your position.
Page 14 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 15: Locking Doors With A Key
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle with- An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. out the ignition key.
Page 16: Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 disengage it. If you turned the wheel to the left to engage The Sentry Key Immobilizer System does not need to be the lock, turn the wheel slightly to the left to disengage it. armed or activated.
Page 17: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided compatible with remote starting systems. Use of these with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss This PIN is required for replacement of keys by an of security protection.
Page 18: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn The new Sentry Key has been programmed. The Re- the ignition switch to the ON position for at least three mote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will also be seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds.
Page 19: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference that may be To Set the Alarm received, including interference that may cause undes- 1. Remove the key from the ignition switch and get out ired operation.
Page 20: To Disarm The Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Disarm the Alarm Security System Manual Override Unlock a front door using the RKE transmitter. The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger. Starting the vehicle with a valid Sentry Key will disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 21: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and with metal objects. liftgate, or activate the Panic Alarm from distances ap- To Unlock the Doors and Liftgate proximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held RKE trans- Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE...
Page 22: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 EVIC-equipped vehicles refer to “Electronic Vehicle In- Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm formation Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer- activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UN- Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your In- LOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm.
Page 23: To Turn Off "Flash Lights With Lock
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. While the LOCK button is pressed (after four seconds), 3. Test the “Flash Lights with Lock” feature while out- press the PANIC button. Release both buttons. side of the vehicle by pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the ignition in the LOCK position, The “Sound Horn on Lock”...
Page 24: To Program Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Using The Panic Alarm total of eight RKE transmitters can be programmed to To turn the Panic Alarm feature ON or OFF, press and your vehicle through the use of a currently-programmed hold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at RKE transmitter.
Page 25 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. 9. Using the RKE transmitter to be programmed, press and release both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons, 3. Fasten your seatbelt. (Fastening the seatbelt will cancel simultaneously.
Page 26: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 General Information 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios. RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Page 27: Door Locks
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 WARNING! (Continued) • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe per- sonal injuries and death.
Page 29: Power Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks 1. The Auto Lock feature is enabled. A door lock switch is on each front door panel. Press 2. The transmission is in gear. either switch to lock or unlock the doors. 3.
Page 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON, and 6. The vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h). back to LOCK four times, ending up in the LOCK The Auto Unlock feature can be enabled or disabled. position.
Page 31: Child Protection Door Lock System - If Equipped
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Use the Auto Lock and Auto Unlock features in accordance with local laws. Child Protection Door Lock System — If Equipped To provide a safer environment for children riding in a rear seat, the rear doors have the Child Protection Door Lock system.
Page 32: Power Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock plunger up (UNLOCKED position), roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle. POWER WINDOWS The power window switches are located on the instru- ment panel above the radio.
Page 33: Auto-Down Feature
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Window Switches WARNING! There are also rear passenger window switches located at the rear of the center console. Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches.
Page 34: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Wind Buffeting To open the unlocked liftgate, squeeze the liftgate release Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of touch pad located on the backside of the liftgate handle, pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion.
Page 35: Occupant Restraints
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS WARNING! Some of the most important safety features in your • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison- vehicle are the restraint systems. These include: ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your •...
Page 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 • All seat belt systems (except the driver’s) include Please pay close attention to the information in this Automatic Locking Retractors (ALRs), which lock the section. It tells you how to use your restraint system seat belt webbing into position by extending the belt properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as all the way out and then adjusting the belt to the...
Page 37: 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 • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle.
Page 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front WARNING! (Continued) seat, next to your arm. Grasp the latch plate and pull out • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make the belt.
Page 39 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle Removing Slack From Belt 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt.
Page 41 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t not protect you properly.
Page 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 • If the rear seatback is properly latched and the rear WARNING! center lap/shoulder belt still cannot be pulled out, the Automatic-Locking Retractor (ALR) system may be A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and activated.
Page 43: Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt Untwisting Procedure
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt Untwisting Procedure your neck. Push up or down on the anchorage button to Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ release the anchorage, and move it up or down to the shoulder belt.
Page 44: Automatic Locking Retractors (Alr) Mode - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 you will prefer a higher position. When you release the 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that the entire belt is extracted. it is locked in position.
Page 45: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
Once the rized dealer. warning is triggered, BeltAlert will continue to chime • Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend deactivat- and flash the Seat Belt Reminder Light for 96 seconds or ing BeltAlert .
Page 46: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 If BeltAlert is deactivated, the Seat Belt Reminder Light extender should be used only if the existing belt is not will continue to illuminate while the driver’s seat belt long enough. When it is not required, remove the ex- remains unfastened.
Page 47 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove NOTE: These airbags are certified to the new Federal compartment. The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on regulations for Advanced Airbags. the airbag covers. The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator design.
Page 48: Advanced Front Airbag Features
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 • Instrument Panel WARNING! • Knee Impact Bolster • No objects should be placed over or near the • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners — if equipped airbag on the instrument panel, because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a crash •...
Page 49 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Seat Airbags — If Equipped When the bag deploys, it opens the seam between the Supplemental side seat airbags provide enhanced protec- front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each bag deploys tion to help protect an occupant during a side impact.
Page 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 protection for the driver and front passenger. Side airbags ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.
Page 51: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do not lean against the door. If your vehicle has side WARNING! (Continued) airbags, and deployment occurs, the side airbags will • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument inflate forcefully into the space between you and the panel during front airbag deployment could cause door.
Page 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 ORC deploys the Advanced Front Airbags, Supplemental The side airbags will not deploy in all side collisions. Side Side Seat Airbags — if equipped, and front seat belt airbag deployment will depend on the severity and type pretensioners —...
Page 53 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC contains a backup power supply system that WARNING! may deploy the airbags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to Also, the ORC turns on the Airbag Warning protect you in a collision.
Page 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 of the way as the bags inflate to their full size. The bags collision requiring airbags. When the right front passen- fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds. This is about ger seat is empty or when very light objects are placed on half of the time it takes to blink your eyes.
Page 55 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE For all other occupants, the PAD indicator light will be Passenger Airbag Disable (PAD) System illuminated indicating that the front passenger airbag is Front Passenger Indicator Light Airbag Status turned off and will not inflate. Grocery Bags, Heavy Briefcases NOTE: Even though this vehicle is equipped with an...
Page 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 properly and may result in the occupant being improp- in the PAD Indicator Light, the Airbag Warning Light erly classified. Ensure that the front passenger seatback remains illuminated to show that the passenger airbag is does not touch anything placed on the second row of turned off until the fault is cleared.
Page 57 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Weight Sensors Based on the severity and type of collision, the side Your vehicle has four Weight Sensors located between airbag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle may be the seat and the floor pan. The weight sensors measure triggered, releasing a quantity of non-toxic gas.
Page 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Enhanced Accident Response System NOTE: Front and/or side airbags will not deploy in all In the event of an impact causing airbag deployment, if collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with the communication network remains intact, and the the airbag system.
Page 59 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • As the airbags deflate, you may see some smoke-like WARNING! particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the non-toxic gas used for Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot airbag inflation.
Page 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 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: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Warning Light located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the You will want to have the airbags ready to proper airbag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the inflate for your protection in a collision.
Page 62 Chrysler Group LLC, such investigations may be re- hicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially. Confidential quested by customers, insurance carriers, government data will not be disclosed by Chrysler Group LLC to any officials, and professional crash researchers, such as those third party except when: associated with universities, and with hospital and insur- ance organizations.
Page 63: Child Restraints
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Requested by police under a legal warrant. United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the 4. Otherwise required by law. law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. Data parameters that are recorded: Children 12 years and younger should ride properly •...
Page 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Infants and Small Children bed must be used to transport a newborn baby, the car There are different sizes and types of restraints for bed must be installed in the second seating row only. children from newborn size to the child almost large •...
Page 65 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who NOTE: For additional information, refer to are older than one year can ride forward-facing in the www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK. Cana- vehicle.
Page 66 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 67 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 68 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 69 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 70 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 71: Transporting Pets
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE over the front of the seat when their back is against the Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses seatback, should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat. or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
Page 72: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Ve- WARNING! hicle”. NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, OILS MUST NEVER BE USED. inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people A new engine may consume some oil during its first few riding in these areas are more likely to be seri- thousand miles (kilometers) of operation.
Page 73: Exhaust Gas
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate WARNING! control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Page 74: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Defroster Vehicle Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to Seat Belts feel the air directed against the windshield. See your Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, authorized dealer for service if your defroster is frays, and loose parts.
Page 75 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lights Fluid Leaks Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Page 76: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Phone Call Features ....92 Mirrors ......79 ▫...
Page 77 76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Voice Training ..... . 115 To Open And Close The Hood ... . 130 Seats .
Page 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 ▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ....144 Windshield Wipers And Washers ..137 ▫...
Page 79 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Position 2 (Middle) ....160 Electrical Power Outlets ....153 ▫...
Page 80: 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 81: 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 82: Sun Visor Sliding Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 • The passenger vanity mirror will become inoperable if rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward. The lights turn on automatically. Closing the left on for more than 10 minutes. mirror cover turns off the lights.
Page 83: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
For Uconnect™ customer support, visit the following long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to websites: the vehicle’s Uconnect™ Phone. The Uconnect™ Phone • www.chrysler.com/uconnect allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to the • www.dodge.com/uconnect...
Page 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 system. Only one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be Voice Command Button used with the system at a time. The system is available in Actual button location may vary with the ra- English, Spanish, or French languages.
Page 85: Operation
84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For each feature explanation in this section, only the The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the Uconnect™ Phone such as CELL or caller ID on combined form of the voice command is given. You certain radios.
Page 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 To activate the Uconnect™ Phone from idle, simply press The following are general phone to Uconnect™ Phone button and follow the audible prompts for pairing instructions: directions. All Uconnect™ Phone sessions begin with a •...
Page 87 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a • The system will prompt you to say the number you priority level between one and seven, with one being want to call. the highest priority.
Page 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a name in the phonebook, refer to Add Names to Your Home, Work, Mobile, or Pager ). This will allow Uconnect™...
Page 89 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Depending on the maximum number of entries down- Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Cellular Phone loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, downloaded names can be used.
Page 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Phonebook Download — Single Entry first disconnect or drop the Bluetooth connection to If equipped and supported by your phone, Uconnect™ the Uconnect™ Phone, and then send the address Phone allows the user to download entries from their book entry via Bluetooth .
Page 91 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook Delete Uconnect™ Phonebook Entry entry that you wish to edit. NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended • Next, choose the number designation (home, work, when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 • After you enter the name, the Uconnect™ Phone will • Note that only the phonebook in the current language ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, is deleted. work, cellular, pager, or all. Say the designation you •...
Page 93: Phone Call Features
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect™ Phone will then prompt you as to the call, press and hold the button until you hear a number designation you wish to call. single beep, indicating that the incoming call was rejected.
Page 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Making a Second Call While Current Call is in indicating that the active and hold status of the two calls Progress have switched. Only one call can be placed on hold at a To make a second call while you are currently on a call, time.
Page 95 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Termination Call Continuation To end a call in progress, momentarily press the Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Uconnect™ Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been button.
Page 96: Uconnect™ Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Uconnect™ Phone Features Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the cellular phone is Language Selection reachable: To change the language that the Uconnect™ Phone is • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency using: number for your area.
Page 97 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may Towing Assistance not be applicable with the available cellular service If you need towing assistance: and area. • Press the button to begin. • If supported, this number may be programmable on •...
Page 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Paging When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that To learn how to page, refer to Working with Automated normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence Systems. Paging works properly except for pagers of on your cellular phone keypad, you can press the certain companies, which time out a little too soon to button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed...
Page 99 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Uconnect™ Phone will then send the corresponding Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system tones over the phone. from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect™ Phone will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).
Page 100: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF) You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone When you mute the Uconnect™ Phone, you will still be keypad and still use the Uconnect™ Phone (while dialing able to hear the conversation coming from the other via the cellular phone keypad, the user must exercise party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Page 101 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, say List Phones. from your Uconnect™ Phone paired cellular phone to the Uconnect™ Phone or vice versa, press the button • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone names of and say Transfer Call.
Page 102: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • The selected phone will be used for the next phone Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ call. If the selected phone is not available, the Phone Uconnect™ Phone will return to using the highest Uconnect™...
Page 103 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Press the • Always wait for the beep before speaking. button and say the Setup, Voice Training command. • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the you.
Page 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 • Even though the system is designed for users speaking • You can say O (letter O ) for 0 (zero). in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- • Even though international dialing for most number cents, the system may not always work for some.
Page 105 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • dry weather conditions, and Bluetooth Communication Link Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to • operation from the driver’s seat. the Uconnect™ Phone. When this happens, the connec- • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness tion can generally be reestablished by switching the to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and phone off/on.
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Page 109 108 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 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language redial list names return to main menu return or main menu list phones select phone select mobile send mute set up phone settings or phone set up mute off towing assistance...
Page 111: General Information
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information NOTE: Take care to speak into the Voice Interface This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and System as calmly and normally as possible. The ability of RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com- following conditions: mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a...
Page 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few For example, if you are in the disc menu and you are seconds, the system will present you with a list of listening to FM radio, you can speak commands from the options.
Page 113: Commands
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Commands In this mode, you can say the following commands: The Voice Command system understands two types of • “Radio” (to switch to the radio mode) commands. Universal commands are available at all •...
Page 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 • “Previous Channel” (to select the previous channel) Radio FM To switch to the FM band, say “FM” or “Radio FM”. In • “List Channel” (to hear a list of available channels) this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
Page 115 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memo − “Previous” (to play the previous memo) To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. In − “Delete” (to delete a memo) this mode, you may say the following commands: • “Delete All” (to delete all memos) •...
Page 116: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the Voice SEATS Command button first and wait for the beep Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System of the vehicle. They need to be used properly for safe before speaking the “Barge In”...
Page 117: Front Seat Adjustment - If Equipped
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Seat Adjustment — If Equipped Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched. the floor.
Page 118: Six-Way Power Seat With Manual Recliner - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Six-Way Power Seat With Manual Recliner — If This seat also has a manual recline lever located just to Equipped the rear of the power seat switch. To recline, lean forward The seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat near slightly before lifting the lever, then lean back to the the floor.
Page 119 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the DO NOT place any article under a power seat or seat belt is no longer resting against your chest. In impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to a collision you could slide under the seat belt and the seat controls.
Page 120: Manual Lumbar - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Manual Lumbar — If Equipped Folding Front Passenger Seat — If Equipped The lumbar adjustment is located on the inboard side of The passenger front seat may be folded fully forward to the driver’s seat. To increase support, rotate the handle provide additional cargo space.
Page 121: Adjustable Head Restraints
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of injury in the event of a rear impact. Adjust the height of a head restraint to a position that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear.
Page 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 After turning the ignition ON, you can choose from High, NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt Low, or Off heat settings. Amber indicator lights in each within two to five minutes. switch indicate the level of heat in use.
Page 123: Folding Rear Seat
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Repeated overheating of the seat could damage the heating element and/or degrade the material of the seat. Folding Rear Seat To provide additional storage area, each rear seatback can be folded forward. To fold down either seatback, push the button that is located on the top of the seatback near the outboard side, and push or pull the seatback forward.
Page 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 NOTE: WARNING! • If the rear center lap/shoulder belt appears to be • Do not ride in any of the rear seating positions locked into place, check to verify that the seatback is fully latched.
Page 125: Tumbling Rear Seat
124 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 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 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 127: Rear Seat Removal
126 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 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 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 129: Emergency Seatback Release
128 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 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 As a security measure, a Seatback Emergency Release lever is built into the left side rear seatback latching mechanism. In the event of an individual being locked inside the liftgate area with the rear shelf panel in position 1 (Top) or position 2 (Middle), the left side rear seatback can be unlatched by pulling down on the glow-in-the-dark lever attached to the left rear seatback...
Page 131: To Open And Close The Hood
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Make sure that the elastic loop is around the emergency release handle at all times. If the handle is pulled downward, entirely through the elastic loop, the handle will not return to its original position and the seatback may not operate properly.
Page 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- mately 8 in (20 cm) and then drop it. This should secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
Page 133: Lights
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Headlights and Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent Multifunction Lever for parking lights and instrument panel lights. Turn to The multifunction lever controls the operation of the the second detent for headlight operation.
Page 134: Lights-On Reminder
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights, Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next rotate the center portion of the multifunction lever up or detent position to brighten the odometer and radio when down.
Page 135: High/Low Beam Switch
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE High/Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beams. Pull the lever toward you to switch the headlights back to low beams. Flash-to-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel.
Page 136: Turn Signals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Turn Signals NOTE: • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 137: Map/Reading Lights
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Daytime Running Lights will turn off automatically when a turn signal is in operation and turn on again when the turn signal is not operating. Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors above the rearview mirror.
Page 138: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield Wiper Operation The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on Rotate the end of the lever upward to the LO position for the right side of the steering column. The front wipers are low-speed wiper operation.
Page 139: Intermittent Wiper System
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The wipers will automatically return to the CAUTION! (Continued) “park” position if you turn OFF the ignition switch while • Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents they are operating. The wipers will resume operation the windshield wiper blades from returning to the when you turn the ignition switch back to the ON park position.
Page 140: Windshield Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between cycles at vehicle speeds greater than 10 mph (16 km/h). NOTE: The wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed. If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled.
Page 141: Mist Feature
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use.
Page 142: Headlights With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Headlights With Wipers (Available with Automatic Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. Headlights Only) With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on steering column up or down, as desired.
Page 143: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve- hicle.
Page 144: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 simultaneously. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Con- To Set a Desired Speed trol System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, pull Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired down on the lever and release.
Page 145: To Resume Speed
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Speed Tapping the SET DECEL lever once will result in a 1 mph To resume a previously set speed, pull the RESUME (2 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the lever is tapped, ACCEL lever up and release.
Page 146: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 WARNING! Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. An accident could be the result. Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.
Page 147: Programming Homelink
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming HomeLink WARNING! Before You Begin • Your motorized door or gate will open and close If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, while you are training the universal transceiver. erase all channels before you begin training.
Page 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 • After training a HomeLink channel, if the garage Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while door does not operate with HomeLink and the ga- keeping the indicator light in view.
Page 149 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This can usually be found where the hanging antenna 6. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAINING wire is attached to the garage door opener motor. It is button. The name and color of the button may vary by NOT the button normally used to open and close the manufacturer.
Page 150: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Using HomeLink Gate Operator/Canadian Programming To operate, press and release the programmed Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig- HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans- trained device (i.e., garage door opener, gate operator, mission –...
Page 151: Security
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE successfully accepted the frequency signal. The indica- Troubleshooting Tips tor light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here are some of the most common solutions: trained.
Page 152: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com- pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the device.
Page 153: Express-Open Feature
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press and hold the button in the center of the sunroof The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also open switch to open the vent. The sunroof can be stopped at as the sunroof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed if any position between closed and full vent.
Page 154: Wind Buffeting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Sunroof Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean • Do not allow small children to operate the sun- the glass panel. roof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening.
Page 155 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This outlet will accept a cigar lighter unit, which is part of the optional Smokers Package. To preserve the heating element of the cigar lighter unit, do not hold the lighter in the heating position. As a child safety precaution, this power outlet is powered by the ignition switch, only when the switch is in the ON or ACC position.
Page 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 157: Storage
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Push the upper button on the front of the armrest to raise the upper cover. Center Console/Armrest Storage Bin The center console provides a sliding armrest with two storage compartments under the lid. Upper Storage Button Sliding Armrest...
Page 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Inside is an area to store a cellular phone and other Push the lower button on the front of the armrest, and miscellaneous items. raise the armrest for access to the lower storage bin. Upper Storage Bin Lower Storage Button...
Page 159: Storage Pockets
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The lower storage area can be used for storing up to six CONSOLE FEATURES compact discs (CDs) and other miscellaneous items. The console has two front cupholders, a removable coin holder, 12 Volt power outlet and a front storage tray. There are three additional cupholders;...
Page 160: Rear Shelf Panel - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 NOTE: The liftgate may be opened or closed with the CAUTION! (Continued) rear cargo shelf panel in position 1, position 2, position 3 • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, or position 4. vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will discharge the battery even more quickly.
Page 161: Position 2 (Middle)
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Position 2 (Middle) Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the middle guides and slide forward. Press down on the back of the shelf panel to lock it into place. Rear Shelf Panel Position 1 WARNING! Do not load objects on the shelf in position 1 (top).
Page 162: Position 3 (Floor)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 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 163: Position 5 (Table)
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! When in the vertical position, the rear shelf panel should not be used as a barrier for large objects in the cargo area with the seatbacks folded down. In an accident objects could strike the seatbacks or occu- pants causing serious or fatal injury.
Page 164: Rear Window Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear window wiper/washer control is located on the right side of the steering column. Rear Shelf Panel Position 5 WARNING! Do not load objects over 100 lbs (45 kg) in position 5 (table).
Page 165 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rotate the switch upward to the “on” position will CAUTION! activate the rear wiper. • Turn the rear wiper off when driving through an Rotate the switch upward to the “washer” position automatic car wash. Damage to the rear wiper may will activate that rear washer.
Page 166: Rear Window Defroster
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Rear Window Defroster CAUTION! (Continued) The rear window defroster button is located on the • Use care when washing the inside of the rear climate control panel. Press this button to turn on window.
Page 168: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Trip Odometer (ODO) ....188 Instrument Panel Features ....170 Instrument Cluster —...
Page 169 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Compass Variance ....192 ▫ Operating Instructions — Uconnect™ phone — If Equipped ..... . 206 ▫...
Page 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 ▫ PTY Button Scan ....209 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ..211 ▫...
Page 171: Instrument Panel Features
170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Vent 5 — Glove Compartment 9 — Storage Cubby 2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — Power Windows 10 — Lower Switch Bank 3 — Analog Clock 7 — Radio 11 —...
Page 172: Instrument Cluster - Base
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE...
Page 173: Instrument Cluster - Premium
172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
Page 174: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS CAUTION! 1. Fuel Gauge Driving with a hot engine cooling system could When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H” pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel pull over and stop the vehicle.
Page 175 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
Page 177 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: U.S. Federal regulations require that upon trans- CAUTION! fer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the pur- chaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been The TPMS has been optimized for the original driven.
Page 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 Vehicle Odometer Messages gASCAP Message When the appropriate conditions exist, the following If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel messages will display in the odometer: filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, the words “gASCAP”...
Page 179 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 9. Cruise Indicator — If Equipped stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In This indicator shows that the Electronic Speed most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will Control system is ON. not require towing.
Page 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 12. Charging System Light WARNING! This light shows the status of the electrical charg- ing system. The light should come on when the A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal as a bulb check.
Page 181 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 14. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the / Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator Light Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock Brake If this indicator light flashes during accelera- System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Program (ESP) sys- tion, apply as little throttle as possible.
Page 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the tions.
Page 183 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL and the chime will sound. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” service. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “What To in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for Do In Emergencies” for further information. further information. 18.
Page 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 21. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light 22. Oil Pressure Warning Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition light should turn on momentarily when the engine switch is turned to the ON position and may is started.
Page 185: Compass Mini-Trip Computer (Cmtc) - If Equipped
184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” 26. Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) or Electronic in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display — If further information. Equipped On vehicles equipped with Electronic Vehicle Informa- 24.
Page 186: Compass Mini-Trip Computer Reset Button
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 The Compass Mini-Trip Computer features a driver- When the appropriate conditions exist, the following interactive display (displays information on outside tem- messages will display in the window below the fuel and perature, compass direction, and trip information). The engine temperature gauge: display is located on the lower left part of the cluster below the fuel and engine temperature gauge.
Page 187: Compass/Temperature Display
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 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 189: Odometer Display
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Release the RESET button, then press and hold again These messages can be manually turned off by pressing (approximately 10 seconds), until the direction is dis- the right reset button (on the instrument cluster). played with the CAL indicator on continuously in the Trip Odometer (ODO) display.
Page 190: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 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: • System Status •...
Page 191: Evic Functions
190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 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 192: To Reset The Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 • 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 193: Distance To Empty (Dte)
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 194: Tire Pressure Monitor (Tpm)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 2. Press and release the EVIC button several times until you have displayed the Personal Settings (Customer- Programmable Features) menu. 3. Press and release the EVIC button until “Compass Variance” and the current variance zone number displays in the EVIC.
Page 195: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable NOTE: Uconnect™ language will not change using the Features) EVIC. Please refer “Language Selection” This allows the driver to set and recall features when the “Uconnect™ — If Equipped” for details. shift lever is in PARK (automatic transmission) or the Lock Doors Automatically at 15 MPH (24 km/h) vehicle is stopped (manual transmission).
Page 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st Flash Lights On Lock When Driver’s Door 1st is selected, only the driver’s door When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless Entry flash when the doors are locked or unlocked using the (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button.
Page 197: Automatic Compass Calibration
196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL OFF. Opening a vehicle door will cancel this feature. Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until US or METRIC appears, to make your selection. OFF, 45 sec, 5 min, or 10 min appears, to make your Automatic Compass Calibration selection.
Page 198: Manual Compass Calibration
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 NOTE: 1. Start the engine and leave the shift lever in the PARK • A good calibration requires a level surface and an position. environment free from large metallic objects such as 2. Press and release the EVIC button several times until buildings, bridges, underground cables, railroad the EVIC displays the Personal Settings (Customer- tracks, etc.
Page 199: Setting The Analog Clock
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Drive the vehicle slowly, under 5 mph (8 km/h), completing one or more circles (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” indicator turns off. The compass will now function normally. SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument panel, press and hold the button until the setting is...
Page 200: Sales Code Ref - Am/Fm/Cd (Single-Disc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE-DISC) Operating Instructions — Radio Mode RADIO WITH OPTIONAL Uconnect™ Multimedia NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC (SATELLITE RADIO) AND Uconnect™ Phone position to operate the radio. CAPABILITY Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right...
Page 201 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MODE Button (Radio Mode) NOTE: In Hands-Free Phone (if equipped) mode, the Press the MODE button repeatedly to select between the MUTE button mutes the microphone. CD player and Satellite Radio (if equipped). SCAN Button (Radio Mode) SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next...
Page 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 Clock Setting Procedure TUNE Control (Radio Mode) Turn the rotary TUNE control clockwise to increase or 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the TUNE/AUDIO con- AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) trol.
Page 203 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the rotary TUNE control a fourth time and “BAL” selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to ton, the station will continue to play but will not be adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers.
Page 204: Operating Instructions - Cd Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 • If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio Operating Instructions — CD Mode OFF, the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC player.
Page 205: Operating Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN Button (CD Mode) Press and hold the FF button to fast forward through the Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. tracks. Release the FF button to stop the fast forward To stop the scan function, press the button a second time.
Page 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 MP3 player, cassette player, or microphone and utilize second time and the sound from the speakers will return. the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play Rotating the volume control or turning the ignition through the vehicle speakers.
Page 207: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF (Auxiliary Mode) Uconnect™ Multimedia (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF No function. EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast- RND/SET Button (Auxiliary Mode) ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to No function. coast.
Page 208: Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (Esn/Sid)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 3. Your Vehicle Identification Number. The radio will exit the ESN/SID mode when any other button is pushed, the ignition is turned OFF, or 5 minutes Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification has passed since any button was pushed. Number (ESN/SID) The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Num- ESN/SID Access With RAQ Radios...
Page 209: Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode In Ref, And Raq, Radios
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Selecting Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode Selecting a Channel in REF, and RAQ, Radios Press and hold SEEK to bypass stations or use the TUNE knob to search for the next channel. Press the top of the Selecting Satellite Mode —...
Page 210: Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels one and stop the search. Pressing a pre-set memory In addition to the 12 AM and 12 FM pre-set stations, you button during a music-type scan, will call up the memory may also commit 12 satellite stations to push button channel and stop the search.
Page 211: Reception Quality
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Reception Quality 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the wiping from center to edge. following reasons. 3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch- •...
Page 212: Radio Operation And Cellular Phones
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition is not harmful to the radio.
Page 213 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The controls are as follows: Mode Control (Air Direction) The Mode control allows you to Fan Control choose from several patterns of air Use the Fan control to regulate the distribution. You can select either a amount of air forced through the sys- primary mode, as identified by the tem in any mode you select.
Page 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in comfort during sunny but cool conditions. both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes even if the A/C button has not been pressed and the indicator Floor lamp is off.
Page 215 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: For maximum airflow to the rear seat passen- Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the gers, the center instrument panel outlets can be aimed, so condenser, reducing air conditioning performance. that the left center outlet is directed toward the right rear Air Conditioning (A/C) —...
Page 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 MAX A/C Circulation Control To quickly cool the vehicle interior Rotate this control to choose between follow the steps listed below: outside air intake or recirculation of the air inside the vehicle. A lamp will illuminate when you are in Recircula- tion mode.
Page 217: Operating Tips
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips Operating Tips...
Page 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Window Fogging Summer Operation Vehicle side windows tend to fog on the inside in mild, Vehicles must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze rainy or humid weather. To clear the windows, use the coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to A/C, Panel and Blower controls.
Page 219 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Side Window Demisters A side window demister outlet is at each end of the instrument panel. These nonadjustable outlets direct air toward the side windows when the system is in either the Floor, Mix, or Defrost mode. The air is directed at the area of the windows through which you view the outside mirrors.
Page 220 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Brake/Transmission Interlock System ..225 Starting Procedures ....222 ▫ Automatic Transaxle ....222 ▫...
Page 221 220 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ..249 Driving Through Water ....233 ▫...
Page 222 STARTING AND OPERATING 221 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ... 274 ▫ Towing Tips ......286 Vehicle Loading .
Page 223: Starting Procedures
222 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES NOTE: You must press the brake pedal before shifting Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both out of PARK. inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Normal Starting Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine does WARNING! not require pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
Page 224: Extreme Cold Weather (Below 20°F Or 29°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 223 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 225: After Starting
224 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE CAUTION! WARNING! To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or 15 seconds before trying again.
Page 226: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 225 Key Ignition Park Interlock CAUTION! This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following prior to rotating the key to the LOCK position. The key precautions are not observed: •...
Page 227: Four-Speed Automatic Transaxle
226 STARTING AND OPERATING PARK, without pressing the brake pedal. If this occurs briefly limited to only second gear operation. Normal obtain service from an authorized dealer as soon as operation will resume once the transmission temperature possible. has risen to a suitable level. Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System The electronically-controlled transaxle provides a precise This system prevents the key from being removed unless...
Page 228: Gear Ranges
STARTING AND OPERATING 227 In the event that the problem has been momentary, the Gear Ranges transaxle can be reset to regain all forward gears: DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL positions into another gear range. 1.
Page 229 228 STARTING AND OPERATING • Look at the shift indicator window on the console to WARNING! ensure it is in the PARK position. Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • When engaged in PARK, you will not be able to move those in and near the vehicle.
Page 230 STARTING AND OPERATING 229 NEUTRAL When frequent transaxle shifting occurs while using the This range is used when vehicle is standing for pro- DRIVE/OVERDRIVE range, such as when operating the longed periods with engine running. Engine may be vehicle under heavy loading conditions (in hilly terrain, started in this range.
Page 231: Autostick - If Equipped
230 STARTING AND OPERATING LOW — 1st you move the shift lever into the AutoStick position, it This range should be used for maximum engine braking can be moved from side to side. Moving the lever to the when descending steep grades. In this range, up shifts left (-) triggers a downshift and to the right (+) an upshift.
Page 232: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 231 • The transaxle will automatically upshift from first to accelerator pedal. If you choose the OVERDRIVE mode, the transaxle will operate automatically; shifting between second gear and from second to third gear when the four available gears. When you wish to engage engine speed reaches about 6,300 RPM.
Page 233: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
232 STARTING AND OPERATING • If the system detects powertrain overheating, the WARNING! transaxle will revert to the automatic shift mode and remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off. Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the •...
Page 234: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 233 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. Flowing/Rising Water 3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first WARNING! become visible. Do not drive on or across a road or path where water 4.
Page 235 234 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Always check the depth of the standing water age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- before driving through it. Never drive through ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, standing water that is deeper than the bottom of transmission/transaxle, axle, etc.) for signs of con- the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
Page 236: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 235 POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph steering capability if power assist is lost.
Page 237: Power Steering Fluid Check
236 STARTING AND OPERATING • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- Power Steering Fluid Check ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering service interval is not required.
Page 238: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 237 The parking brake lever is located in the center console. WARNING! To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever up Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and slightly, press the center button, then lower the lever with the engine off to prevent injury from moving completely.
Page 239 238 STARTING AND OPERATING When the parking brake is applied with the ignition difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. The parking switch ON, the “Brake Warning Light” in the instrument brake should always be applied whenever the driver is cluster will illuminate.
Page 240: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 239 BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with power-assisted brakes as • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged standard equipment. In the event power-assist is lost for before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake any reason (for example, repeated brake applications failure and an accident.
Page 241: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs) - If Equipped
240 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 242 STARTING AND OPERATING 241 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 243: Traction Control System - If Equipped
242 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 244 STARTING AND OPERATING 243 • 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 245: Tire Safety Information
244 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 246 STARTING AND OPERATING 245 • Temporary spare tires are high-pressure compact • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design spares designed for temporary emergency use only. standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” into the sidewall.
Page 247 246 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: R = Construction code — R means radial construction — D means diagonal or bias construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol —...
Page 248: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 247 EXAMPLE: Load Identification: ..blank..= Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire Extra Load (XL) = Extra load (or reinforced) tire Light Load = Light load tire C, D, E = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load —...
Page 249 248 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation — This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
Page 250: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 249 Tire Terminology and Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof. Cold Tire Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 251: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
250 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle Tire Placard Location...
Page 252 STARTING AND OPERATING 251 To determine the maximum loading conditions of your 3) tire size designed for your vehicle vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or spare tires.
Page 253 252 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 254 STARTING AND OPERATING 253...
Page 255: Tires - General Information
254 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 256 STARTING AND OPERATING 255 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 257 256 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 258 STARTING AND OPERATING 257 loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- Radial Ply Tires tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire WARNING! dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle WARNING! poorly.
Page 259 258 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 260 STARTING AND OPERATING 259 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 261 260 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 262: Tire Chains
STARTING AND OPERATING 261 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 263: Snow Tires
262 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 264: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a three-hour period.
Page 265 264 STARTING AND OPERATING tire pressure is at or above the recommended cold TPMS Telltale Light will still be ON. In this situation, the placard pressure. Once the low tire pressure warning has TPMS Telltale Light will turn OFF only after the tires are been illuminated, you must increase the tire pressure to inflated to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pres- the recommended cold placard pressure in order for the...
Page 266: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 265 • 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 267 266 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 268 STARTING AND OPERATING 267 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 269: Fuel Requirements
268 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 270 STARTING AND OPERATING 269 • 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 271 270 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 272 STARTING AND OPERATING 271 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 273: Adding Fuel
272 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) WARNING! (Continued) The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the passen- • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper ger’s side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, maintenance.
Page 274 STARTING AND OPERATING 273 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is the fuel system. in violation of most state and federal fire regula- •...
Page 275: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
274 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 276 STARTING AND OPERATING 275 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 277: Trailer Towing
276 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 278 STARTING AND OPERATING 277 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 279 278 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 280 STARTING AND OPERATING 279 Trailer Hitch Classification TRAILER HITCH CLASSIFICATIONS Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Class trailers weighing over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) with the optional Wt.) Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your authorized dealer Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) service center for package content.
Page 281 280 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Engine/Transaxle Frontal Area Max. Tongue Wt. Wt.) 2.4L/Automatic 20 sq ft (1.9 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 110 lbs (50 kg) The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
Page 282 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 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 “Tire Safety Information/Tire and Load- ing Information Placard”...
Page 283 282 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a • Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph and will not shift during travel. When trailering (80 km/h) and do not make starts at full throttle.
Page 284 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. Towing Requirements – Tires When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact vehicle.
Page 285 284 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes CAUTION! • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. loaded, it should have its own brakes and they This could cause inadequate braking and possible should be of adequate capacity.
Page 286 STARTING AND OPERATING 285 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 287: Towing Tips
286 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 288: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 287 • Highway Driving NOTE: Check the automatic transaxle fluid level before towing. Reduce speed. • Air Conditioning Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped Turn off temporarily. • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND •...
Page 290 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....290 Jump-Starting ......299 ▫...
Page 291: Hazard Warning Flashers
290 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel, below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. •...
Page 292 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 291 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down WARNING! an impending overheat condition: A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C others could be badly burned by steam or boiling system adds heat to the engine cooling system and coolant.
Page 293: Jacking And Tire Changing
292 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack.
Page 294: Spare Tire Removal
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 293 rotate the “spare tire drive” nut. The nut is located under Spare Tire Removal the rear scuff plate at the right rear of the cargo area, just Lift up the cover and fit the jack-handle over the drive inside the liftgate opening.
Page 295: Jacking Instructions
294 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Block both the front and rear of the WARNING! wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position. For example, if changing the Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the right front tire, block the left rear vehicle close to moving traffic.
Page 296 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 295 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 297 296 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 298 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 297 tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire. Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability. WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it.
Page 299 298 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 7. Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is WARNING! free. Stow the lug wrench, and jack in their designated location. Secure all parts using the means provided. To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp WARNING! edges.
Page 300: Jump-Starting
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 299 JUMP-STARTING WARNING! If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in When temperatures are below the freezing point, another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze.
Page 301: Preparations For Jump-Start
300 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations for Jump-Start WARNING! The battery in your vehicle is located in the engine • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- compartment just behind the left front headlight assem- bly. ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on.
Page 302: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 301 3. If using a another vehicle to jump-start the battery, CAUTION! park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle WARNING! or the discharged vehicle.
Page 303 302 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper WARNING! cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable discharged battery.
Page 304: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 303 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE WARNING! NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Con- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- trol, turn the system OFF before attempting to “rock” the ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- vehicle.
Page 305: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
304 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Manual Transaxle Your vehicle may be towed in a forward direction, with Towing With The Key-In-Ignition all four wheels on the ground, and the shift lever in the Four-Speed Automatic Transaxle NEUTRAL position.
Page 306: Towing Without The Key-In-Ignition
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 305 If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed Towing Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing with (wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must be in the ON all four wheels on the ground) position, not the ACC position.
Page 308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... 316 Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... . . 309 ▫...
Page 309 308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Brake System ..... . . 330 ▫ Front Parking, Turn Signal, And Side Marker Lamps ......345 ▫...
Page 310: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309 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 311: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when 3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of ready for testing.
Page 313: Replacement Parts
312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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
Immediately have potential malfunctions Checking Oil Level examined by an authorized Chrysler Group LLC To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must dealership or qualified repair center. be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
Page 315 314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 • If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet fuel. the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you, then change your American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil...
Page 317: Engine Oil Filter
316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) – 2.4L Engine Materials Added to Engine Oils SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to starting and vehicle fuel economy.
Page 318: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 317 Engine Oil Filter Selection WARNING! This engine has a full-flow type disposable oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality of The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection replacement filters varies considerably. Only high-quality in the case of engine backfire.
Page 319: Maintenance-Free Battery
318 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. • Battery posts, terminals and related accessories You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands tenance required.
Page 320: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 319 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! • If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables system as the chemicals can damage your air condi- before connecting the charger to battery.
Page 321: Body Lubrication
320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Lubrication WARNING! (Continued) Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as...
Page 322: Windshield Wiper Blades
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 321 amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR Adding Washer Fluid Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the The washer fluid reservoir is located in the rear of the lock cylinder. engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals.
Page 323 322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system, WARNING! or if exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged; Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon have a competent technician inspect the complete ex- monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Page 324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 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
324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325 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 327 326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327 NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will WARNING! decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) and • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on will require more frequent coolant changes. the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre- Cooling System Pressure Cap caution.
Page 329: Maintaining Your Vehicle
328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal of Used Engine Coolant engine idling, and warm to normal operating tempera- Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is ture, the level of the engine coolant (antifreeze) in the a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check bottle should be between the ranges indicated on the with your local authorities to determine the disposal bottle.
Page 330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 329 • 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
330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may WARNING! result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) performance, poor gas mileage, and increased...
Page 332: Automatic Transaxle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 333 332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Run the engine at curb idle speed for a minimum of a. If the fluid is hot, the reading should be in the 60 seconds. crosshatched area marked “HOT” (between the upper two holes in the dipstick). 3.
Page 334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 Fluid and Filter Changes CAUTION! Automatic transmission fluid and filter should be • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- changed as follows: facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- Maintenance Schedule A — No change necessary. ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque Maintenance Schedule B —...
Page 335: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks. In road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme addition, avoid using transmission sealers as they may hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will adversely affect seals.
Page 336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. CAUTION! Washing • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or equiva- scratch metal and painted surfaces.
Page 337 336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR similar cause, which destroys the paint and protective Wheel Cleaner or equivalent, or select a nonabrasive, coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos- non-acidic cleaner.
Page 338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 • Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting Interior trim should be cleaned starting with a damp with a clean, dry towel. cloth, a damp cloth with MOPAR Total Clean or equiva- lent, then MOPAR Spot & Stain Remover or equivalent, •...
Page 339 338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi- remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- tioner is not required to maintain the original condition.
Page 340: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 Instrument Panel Cover Seat Belt Maintenance The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface, Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical which minimizes reflections in the windshield. Do not solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. use protectants or other products which may cause Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
Page 341 340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Fuse Fuse 10 Amp CHMSL Brake Switch Feed 10 Amp Ignition Switch Feed 20 Amp Trailer Tow Yellow 10 Amp IOD Sw/Pwr Mir/ Ocm Steering Cntrl Sdar/Hfm 30 Amp IOD Sense1 Integrated Power Module Green Cartridge Mini-...
Page 342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp Power Outlet 20 Amp PWR Amp 1 & Lt Blue Yellow Amp 2 Feed 20 Amp Ign Run/Acc In- 15 Amp IOD Feed Radio Yellow verter Lt.
Page 343 342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp IGN RUN Only 40 Amp ABS Pump Feed ORC Feed Green 10 Amp IGN RUN ORC/ 30 Amp Headlamp Washer OCM Feed Pink Relay Contact Feed EMPTY...
Page 344: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 REPLACEMENT BULBS CAUTION! (Continued) • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to LIGHT BULBS – Interior Bulb No. use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. Center Console Floor Lamp ....T37 The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated Climate Controls .
Page 345: Bulb Replacement
344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT LIGHTS BULBS – Exterior Bulb No. Low Beam Headlamp ....9006XS Headlamps High Beam Headlamp ....9005XS Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker CAUTION! Lamp.
Page 346: Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 Front Parking, Turn Signal, and Side Marker Lamps 1. Remove the headlamp 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 347: Front Fog Lamps - If Equipped
346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Fog Lamps – If Equipped 1. Remove the fasteners attaching the lower splash shield to gain access to the fog lamp. 2. Twist and remove the bulb from the fog lamp housing. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace bulb. Rear Tail, Stop and Turn Signal Lamps 1.
Page 348: Backup Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 Backup Lamps 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 349: Fluid Capacities
348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 15 Gallons 56.7 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 5 Quarts 4.7 Liters Cooling System * 2.4L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 5 6.5 Quarts 6.2 Liters Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Page 350: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 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 351: Chassis
350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transaxle MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Page 352 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ At Each Oil Change ....354 Emissions Control System Maintenance ..352 ▫ Maintenance Schedule B ....354 Maintenance Schedules .
Page 353: Emissions Control System Maintenance
352 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 354: At Each Stop For Fuel
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 353 • Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser- Second is “Maintenance Schedule A.” It is for vehicles vice).† that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under “Maintenance Schedule B.” • Off-road or desert operation. Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi- •...
Page 355: At Each Oil Change
354 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if At Each Oil Change required. • Change the engine oil filter. Once a Month • Inspect the exhaust system. • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or •...
Page 356 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 355 • Off-road or desert operation. Change the automatic transaxle fluid and filter every 60,000 miles (100 000 km) if the vehicle is usually • If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) fuel. operated under one or more of the conditions marked with an NOTE: •...
Page 357 356 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 358 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 357 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 359 358 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 360 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 359 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 361 360 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 362 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 361 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 re- placed at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Change the brake fluid if your vehicle is used for trailer towing.
Page 363 362 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 re- placed at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 364 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 363 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 re- placed at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace as necessary.*...
Page 365 364 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 re- placed at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 366: Maintenance Schedule A
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 365 Maintenance Schedule A 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. Inspect the brake linings.
Page 367 366 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 368 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 367 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 369 368 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000 126,000 132,000 138,000 (Kilometers) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000) (210 000) (220 000) (230 000) [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 370 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 369 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 WARNING!
Page 372: If You Need Consumer Assistance
Reporting Safety Defects ....376 ▫ Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center ..374 ▫ In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
Page 373 372 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 379 Publication Order Forms ....377 ▫...
Page 374: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 373 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 375: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
• Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center solved with this process. P.O. Box 21–8004 • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004...
Page 376: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 375 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 377: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle.
Page 378: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 377 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an defect to the Canadian government should write to: investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy and Recalls, 2780 Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1B campaign.
Page 379 Chrysler Group LLC ve- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group hicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency LLC vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the...
Page 380 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 379 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 381 380 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 382 INDEX...
Page 383 382 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ....240 Alarm System (Security Alarm) ....18 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .
Page 384 INDEX 383 Reset Mode ......226 Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..70 Special Additives .
Page 385 384 INDEX Chart, Tire Sizing ......245 Compass Calibration ....187,192,197 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Compass Variance .
Page 386 INDEX 385 Cupholders ......158 Driving Customer Assistance ..... 373 On Slippery Surfaces .
Page 387 386 INDEX Cooling ......324 Filters Exhaust Gas Caution ....72,271 Air Cleaner .
Page 388 INDEX 387 Folding Front Passenger Seat ....119 Tank Capacity ......348 Folding Rear Seat .
Page 389 388 INDEX Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ... . . 275,276 Ignition ....... 12 .
Page 390 INDEX 389 Jump Starting ......299 Light Bulbs ..... . . 74,343,344 Lights .
Page 391 390 INDEX Low Fuel ......182 Locks Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..178 Child Protection .
Page 392 INDEX 391 Map/Reading Lights ..... 136 Trip ......176,179 Methanol .
Page 393 392 INDEX Overheating, Engine ....173,290 Windows ......31 Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .
Page 394 INDEX 393 Rear Window Features ....163 Safety Defects, Reporting ....376 Rear Wiper/Washer .
Page 395 394 INDEX Untwisting Procedure ....42 Service Contract ......375 Seat Belts (Sedan) .
Page 396 INDEX 395 Automatic Transmission ....222 Theft System (Security Alarm) ....18 Engine Fails to Start .
Page 397 396 INDEX Pressure Warning Light ....174 Traction ......232 Quality Grading .
Page 398 INDEX 397 Transmitter Battery Service Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ....42 (Remote Keyless Entry) ....... . . 25 Vanity Mirrors .
Page 399 398 INDEX Water Windshield Washers ....137,139,321 Driving Through ..... . 233 Fluid .
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