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Durango 2 0 1 5 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
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This manual illustrates and describes the operation of VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA features and equipment that are either standard or op- US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA tional on this vehicle.
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Owner’s Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls, Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC particularly those used for braking, steering, transmis- vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman- sion, and transfer case shifting.
INTRODUCTION 5 This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- ROLLOVER WARNING tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than customer-oriented documents.
6 INTRODUCTION two million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire.
8 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS vehicle. Save this label for a convenient record of your vehicle identification number and optional equipment. This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle.
INTRODUCTION 9 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Rearming The System ....20 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .13 ▫...
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12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ General Information ....27 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ..49 ▫...
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Keyless Push Button Ignition Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) switch with the push of a button, as long as the Remote transmitter and a Keyless Push Button Ignition.
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In case the ignition switch does not change with the push of a button, the RKE transmitter (Key Fob) may have a low or dead battery. In this situation, a back up method can be used to operate the ignition switch.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 The emergency key is also for locking the glove box. You can keep the emergency key with you when valet park- ing. To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
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16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE remind you to cycle the ignition to OFF. In addition to the WARNING! (Continued) chime, the ignition or accessory on message will display • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is in the cluster.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 operate the vehicle. The system will not allow the engine CAUTION! to crank if an invalid Key Fob is used to start and operate the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves.
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! • Do not make modifications or alterations to the • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and immobilizer system. Modifications or alterations to lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- the immobilization system may result in a loss of tended.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Customer Key Programming VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be This Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors, performed at an authorized dealer. liftgate, and ignition for unauthorized operation. When the alarm is activated, the interior switches for door locks General Information and power liftgate are disabled.
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Push the LOCK button on the exterior Passive Entry To Arm The System Door Handle with a valid Key Fob available in the Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: same exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N- To Disarm The System Go™, insert a valid key into the ignition switch and The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of turn the key to the ON position.
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previ- ILLUMINATED ENTRY ously described arming sequences has occurred, the The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the you are in the vehicle or not.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 NOTE: NOTE: Driving at speeds 5 MPH (8 km/h) and above disables the system from responding to all RKE transmit- • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- ter buttons for all RKE transmitters. tesy lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat”...
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate Flash Lamps With Lock Push and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- within five seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate second and release. When the Panic Alarm is activated, the turn signals will flash, the horn will pulse on and off, Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- and the interior lights will turn on.
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Used batteries are harmful to the environment. You Programming Additional Transmitters can dispose of them either in the correct containers as Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be specified by law or by taking them to a Dealership, performed at an authorized dealer.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 4. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves together. General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal NOTE: distance, check for these two conditions: • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic 1. A weak battery in the transmitter. The expected life of transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • Battery at an acceptable charge level WARNING! (Continued) • RKE PANIC button not pushed • Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start • System not disabled from previous remote start event System, windows, door locks or other controls •...
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30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For security, power window and power sunroof op- The DID message stays active until the ignition is turned to the ON/RUN position. eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle through the duration of Remote Start or until the ignition switch is cycled to the ON/RUN position. Before the end of 15 minute cycle, push and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the NOTE: The Remote Start Comfort System can be acti- doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if...
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 If a rear door is locked, it cannot be opened from inside the vehicle without first unlocking the door. The door may be unlocked manually by raising the lock knob. Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 MPH (24 km/h).
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with Child-Protection Door Lock system. To Engage Or Disengage The Child-Protection Door Lock System 1.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock knob up (unlocked position), roll down the window, and open the door with the outside door handle. KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and a feature of Keyless Enter-N-Go™.
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36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- sponse time. •...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 To Unlock From The Passenger Side: Passive Entry system is equipped with an automatic door unlock feature, which will function if the ignition is OFF. With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front If one of the vehicle doors is open, and the door panel passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automati-...
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38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock/Enter The Liftgate The liftgate passive entry unlock feature is built into the electronic liftgate handle. With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, push the electronic liftgate handle for a power open on vehicles equipped with Power Liftgate.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 To Lock The Liftgate With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, push the passive entry lock button located to the right of electronic liftgate handle. NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press”...
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40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • After pushing the door handle button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WINDOWS Power Windows The power window controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the front passenger door/rear doors which operates the front passenger/rear passenger door windows. The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position.
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42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto-Down Both the driver and front passenger window switches have an “Auto-Down” feature. Push the window switch past the first detent, release, and the window will go down automatically. To cancel the “Auto-Down” move- ment, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 To stop the window from going all the way up during the NOTE: If the window runs into any obstacle during “Auto Up” operation, push down on the switch briefly. “Auto Up,” it will reverse direction and then go back down.
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Resetting The Auto Up Feature Should the “Auto Up” feature stop working, the window probably needs to be reset. To reset “Auto Up”: 1. Pull the window switch up to close the window completely and continue to hold the switch up for an additional two seconds after the window is closed.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with Uconnect® Settings, all doors will unlock when you push the rear windows open, then open the front and rear the button on the liftgate.
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your pas- sengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. Power Liftgate —...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 The power liftgate may also be opened or closed by NOTE: pushing the LIFTGATE button located on the front • In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an overhead console, or closed by pushing the LIFTGATE emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open button located on left rear trim panel, near the liftgate the liftgate.
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48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The power liftgate must be in the full open position for NOTE: rear liftgate close button on the left rear trim, near the • The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the liftgate opening, to operate.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 • Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air Bags close. However, vehicle movement may result in a detection of an obstruction. • Supplemental Active Head Restraints • Child Restraints WARNING! • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous Important Safety Precautions exhaust gases into your vehicle.
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50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle 8. Do not lean against the door or window. If your seat belt properly (Refer to Child Restraints ) should vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the be secured in a vehicle with a rear seat in child side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space restraints or belt-positioning booster seats.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Seat Belt Systems switch is in the START or ON/RUN position. If the driver or outboard front seat passenger is unbelted, Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on short trips.
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52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE BeltAlert may be triggered when an animal or heavy The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only during very object is on the outboard front passenger seat or when the sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoul- seat is folded flat (if equipped).
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your safe, too.
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54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) it to your authorized dealer immediately and have bones. Wear the seat belt over your shoulder so that it fixed. your strongest bones will take the force in a colli- •...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, and next to your arm in the rear seat (for vehicles equipped with a rear seat).
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56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle Positioning The Lap Belt 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and across your hips, below your abdomen. To remove chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort- slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder able and not resting on your neck.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The seat belt will automatically retract to its stowed The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of position.
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58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position without pushing or squeezing the release but- ton.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the seat belt WARNING! across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. • ONLY use a Seat Belt Extender if it is physically Keep the seat belt low so that it does not come across the abdomen.
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60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- Restraints” section of this manual. The table below straint Controller (ORC). Like the air bags, the preten- defines the type of feature for each seating position. sioners are single use items.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 sound as the seat belt retracts. Allow the webbing to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click.
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62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) WARNING! (Continued) locking mode. 12 years or younger, including a child in a rear- facing child restraint. WARNING! • Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle •...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap These head restraints are passive, deployable compo- between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR.
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. Hand Positioning Points On AHR 2.
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66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE AHR In Reset Position Review Table Below NOTE: A — Downward Movement B — Rearward Movement • If you have difficulties or problems resetting the Active C — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism Head Restraints, see an authorized dealer.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • Seat Belt Pretenioners Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) • Seat Belt Buckle Switch Air Bag System Components • Seat Track Position Sensors Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components: Advanced Front Air Bags •...
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68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as WARNING! determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), • No objects should be placed over or near the air which may receive information from the front impact sensors or other system components.
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70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration WARNING! (Continued) over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are some collisions, air bags won’t deploy at all. Al- not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should ways wear your seat belts even though you have air have deployed.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Knee Impact Bolsters Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver driver and front passenger, and position the front occu- Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the pants for improved interaction with the Advanced Front steering column.
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72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE deploys through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door. The SAB moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure you if you are not seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the SAB inflates.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 SABICs may help reduce the risk of head injury to front and rear seat outboard occupants. SABICs may reduce the risk of injuries in certain side impact and vehicle rollover events, in addition to the injury reduction poten- tial provided by the seat belts and body structure.
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74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The SABICs and SABs (“Side Air Bags”) are designed to WARNING! activate in certain side impacts and certain rollover • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right events. The Occupant Restraint Controller (“ORC”) de- termines whether the deployment of the Side Air Bags in Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains a particular side impact or rollover event is appropriate,...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 help keep you in position, away from inflating Side Air WARNING! (Continued) Bags. To get the best protection from the Side Air Bags, properly. In some collisions, Side Air Bags won’t occupants must wear their seat belts properly and sit deploy at all.
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76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side collisions, faster-developing event may deploy the seat belt preten- including some collisions at certain angles, or some side sioners as well as the SABs and SABICs on both sides of collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger the vehicle.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to fric- Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- tion rope burns or those you might get sliding along a ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air carpet or gymnasium floor.
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78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Accident Response System System Reset Procedure In the event of an impact, if the communication network In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending functions after an event, the ignition switch must be on the nature of the event, the ORC will determine changed from ignition START or ON/RUN to ignition...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 The ORC contains a backup power supply system that free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or dealer service the air bag system immediately. it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
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80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) protect you. Do not modify the components or Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- wiring, including adding any kind of badges or ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the to protect you in a collision.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 • How various systems in your vehicle were operating WARNING! (Continued) • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts seat attachment bolts), take the vehicle to your were buckled/fastened authorized dealer. Only manufacturer approved seat accessories may be used.
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is Children 12 years or younger should ride properly required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in such as law enforcement, that have the special equip-...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 There are different sizes and types of restraints for NOTE: children from newborn size to the child almost large • For additional information, refer enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–732–8243.
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84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Infants and Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Toddlers younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Infants And Child Restraints carrier but are still less than at least two years old. Children should remain rear-facing until they reach the Safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing highest weight or height allowed by their convertible in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they child seat.
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86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Older Children And Child Restraints WARNING! Children who are two years old or who have outgrown Do not install a rear-facing car seat using a rear support their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward- leg in this vehicle.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 seat. The child and belt-positioning booster seat are held WARNING! (Continued) in the vehicle by the seat belt. • When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or LATCH anchor- WARNING! ages, or remove it from the vehicle.
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88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front position. If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, of the vehicle seat – while they are still sitting all the move the child closer to the center of the vehicle, or use way back? a booster seat to position the seat belt on the child...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor...
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90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Captains Chairs Second Row (6 Passenger) Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position 60/40 Second Row (7 Passenger) • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per Top Tether Anchorage Symbol seating position •...
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92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until weight of the child restraint) for using the the combined weight of the child and the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Can two child restraints be attached us- Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with ing a common lower LATCH anchorage? two or more child restraints. If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH...
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94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Locating Tether Anchorages — 2nd Row There are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. Top Tether Strap Mounting (Captain’s Chair)
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96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating Tether Anchorages — 3rd Row There are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. To access them, pull the carpeted floor panel away from the seat back, this will expose the top tether strap anchorages.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 rear-facing child restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage.
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98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Always follow the directions of the child restraint manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here. Center Arm Rest Tether For rear-facing child restraints secured in the center seat position with the vehicle seat belts, the rear center seat position has an armrest tether that secures the arm rest in the upward position.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 belt, following the instructions below. See the section “Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt” to check what type of seat belt each seating position has. 1. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap of the child seat so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages.
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100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to the How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt: top tether anchorage. See the section “Installing Child When using the LATCH attaching system to install a Restraints Using the Top Tether Anchorage”...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat WARNING! Belt • Improper installation of a child restraint to the The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re- equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor straint.
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102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Captains Chairs Second Row (6 Passenger) • ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol 60/40 Second Row (7 passenger)
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to with the seat belt to attach a forward...
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104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) out of the retractor.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by WARNING! (Continued) pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt (LATCH) Restraint System” for the location of ap- path. It should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) proved tether anchorages in your vehicle.
106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage. You may need to move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchorage.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts.
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108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Top Tether Strap Mounting (60/40 Seat) Top Tether Strap Mounting (Captain’s Chair) 6. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 Transporting Pets WARNING! Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. • The top tether anchorages are not visible until the An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly gap panel is folded down.
110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri- should be considered a normal part of the break-in and mental and should be avoided.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 Exhaust Gas WARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked WARNING! vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon cause serious injury or death. monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the Seat Belts engine running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113 not lit during starting, see your authorized dealer. If the WARNING! light stays on, flickers, or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- Defroster sonal injury.
114 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts WARNING! (Continued) and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks, and bulges. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With Memory MIRRORS ......122 Seat Only) —...
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116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Rear Captain Chairs — If Equipped..161 SEATS ......141 ▫...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 ▫ Automatic High Beam — If Equipped ..174 ▫ Lane Change Assist ....182 ▫...
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118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Cancel ......202 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED .
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ▫ Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) WITH MITIGATION — IF EQUIPPED ... .224 System ......234 ▫...
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120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ..248 ▫ Wind Buffeting ..... . .254 ▫...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 ▫ Rear Mini Center Console — If Equipped ..268 REAR WINDOW FEATURES ....273 ▫ Rear Window Wiper/Washer ... . .273 CARGO AREA FEATURES .
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be WARNING! adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare convex mirror will look smaller and farther away from vehicles behind you.
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124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The ASSIST and 9–1–1 features operate through the Uconnect® Access service. These buttons will only operate as long as your Uconnect® Access service is active. Refer to your “Uconnect® System supplement manual” for further information. ASSIST Call The ASSIST Button is used to automatically connect you to any one of the following support centers:...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 • Vehicle Customer Care – Total support for all other 3. Once a connection between the vehicle and a 9-1-1 vehicle issues. operator is made, the 9-1-1 Call system may transmit the following important vehicle information to a 9-1-1 9-1-1 Call operator: 1.
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126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Once a connection is made between the vehicle’s WARNING! 9-1-1 Call system and the 9-1-1 operator, the 9-1-1 opera- • If anyone in the vehicle could be in danger (e.g., tor may be able to open a voice connection with the vehicle to determine if additional help is needed.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 • The Rearview Mirror light located between the Assist WARNING! (Continued) and 9-1-1 buttons will continuously be illuminated DURING OR AFTER AN ACCIDENT), THE red. UCONNECT FEATURES, APPS AND SERVICES, • The Phone Screen will display the following message AMONG OTHERS, WILL NOT OPERATE.
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128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The vehicle’s electrical systems are not intact. WARNING! (Continued) • The 9-1-1 Call system software and/or hardware are if a malfunction in any part of the system is damaged during a crash. detected.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 NOTE: Never place anything on or near the vehicle’s CAUTION! wireless and GPS antennas. You could prevent wireless and GPS signal reception, which can prevent your vehicle To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never from placing an emergency call.
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped The Drivers side mirror will automatically adjust for glare from vehicles behind you. This feature is controlled by the inside automatic dimming mirror. The mirrors will automatically adjust for headlight glare when the inside mirror adjusts.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With Memory the optional Memory Seat Feature. Refer to “Driver Seat Only) — If Equipped Memory Seat” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Tilt Mirrors in Reverse provides automatic outside mirror Vehicle”...
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Sun Visor Extension — If Equipped To access an illuminated vanity mirror, flip down one of This feature has a pull out extension on the sun visor for the visors. increased coverage.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 The BSM detection zone covers approximately one lane on both sides of the vehicle (12 ft or 3.8 m). The zone length starts at the outside rear view mirror and extends approximately 10 ft (3 m) beyond the rear bumper of the vehicle.
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134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE BSM warning light remaining illuminated or the alert chime remaining on the entire time the vehicle is in a forward gear. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Un- derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for more informa- tion.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Entering From The Side Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side of the vehicle. BSM Warning Light The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three different entry points (Side, Rear, Front) while driving to see if an alert is necessary.
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136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entering From The Rear Overtaking Traffic Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed of less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the vehicle remains in side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Overtaking/Passing Stationary Objects The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in berms, etc.
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicles mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the system will not be able to alert the driver. When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE, the driver is alerted using both the visual and audible alarms, including reducing the radio volume.
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Modes Of Operation turn signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime Three selectable modes of operation are available in the will also be sounded.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Blind Spot Alert Off 2. The device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- When the BSM system is turned off there will be no eration of the device. visual or audible alerts from either the BSM or RCP systems.
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Reclining The Seatback The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or Push the seat switch forward or rearward. The seat will rearward.
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward WARNING! (Continued) The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat Push the seat switch forward or rearward. The seat will belt, which could result in serious injury or death.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Power Lumbar — If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats may also be equipped with power lumbar. The power lumbar switch is located on the outboard side of the power seat. Push the switch forward to increase the lumbar support.
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature — If Equipped To fold the seatback to the flat load-floor position, lift the recline lever and push the seatback forward. To return to the seating position, raise the seatback and lock it into place.
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) On some models, the front and rear seats may be serious burns due to the increased surface tempera- equipped with heaters located in the seat cushions and ture of the seat.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • Press the heated seat button a third time to turn Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start the heating elements OFF. On models that are equipped with remote start, the If the HI-level setting is selected, the system will auto- heated seats can be programed to come on during a matically switch to LO-level after approximately 60 min- remote start.
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150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Push the switch once to select HI-level heating. Push the switch a second time to select LO- level heating. Push the switch a third time to shut the heating elements OFF. When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes of operation.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped WARNING! Located in the seat cushion and seat back are fans that • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin draw the air from the passenger compartment and move because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, air through fine perforations in the seat cover to help spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-...
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The engine must be running for the ventilated WARNING! seats to operate. Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- On models that are equipped with remote start, the erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- ventilated seats can be programed to come on during a pying a seat.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to reduce the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR. This system is design to reduce the risk of injury to the driver or front passenger in certain types of rear impacts.
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154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Active Head Restraint (Normal Position) Active Head Restraint (Tilted)
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • The head restraints should only be removed by quali- • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are fied technicians, for service purposes only. If either of struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose the head restraints require removal, see your autho- cargo.
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156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The center head restraint has limited adjustment. Lift WARNING! upward on the head restraint to raise it, or push down- ward on the head restraint to lower it. Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered position could result in serious injury or death in a collision.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Power Folding Third Row Head Restraints 60/40 Split Rear Seat For improved visibility when in reverse, the third row Fold-Flat head restraints can be folded using the Uconnect® Sys- The second row seats can be folded flat to carry cargo. tem.
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158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Easy Access For Third Row Either side of the rear seat can be tumbled forward to allow passengers to easily access the third row seats. 1. Pull upward on the release lever to release the seat. Fold-Flat Second Row Seat Release Lever...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 2. Tumble the seat forward using the pull strap located behind the seatback. Tumbled Second Row Tumble Strap...
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160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Raise Rear Seat WARNING! Tumbled the seat rearward and lock it into place. Do not drive the vehicle with the second row seats in the tumbled position. The second row seats are only WARNING! intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third row seat.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Rear Captain Chairs — If Equipped Fold-Flat The second row seats can be folded flat to carry cargo. Pull upward on the release lever located on the outboard side of the seat. Fold-Flat Second Row Seats Release Lever...
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162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Easy Access For Third Row 2. Tumble the seat forward using the pull strap located behind the seatback. Either side of the rear seat can be tumbled forward to allow passengers to easily access the third row seats. 1.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 WARNING! Do not drive the vehicle with the second row seats in the tumbled position. The second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third row seat. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury.
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Raise Rear Seat Tumbled the seat rearward and lock it into place. WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
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166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with two RKE transmit- ters, one RKE transmitter can be linked to memory position 1 and the other transmitter can be linked to memory position 2. The memory seat switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Programming The Memory Feature 4. Within five seconds, push and release either of the memory buttons (1) or (2). The Driver Information NOTE: To create a new memory profile, perform the Display (DID) will display which memory position following: has been set.
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: Before programming your RKE transmitters you must select the “Memory To FOB” feature through the • Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in Uconnect® system screen. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings ” PARK, but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 4. Within five seconds, push and release button (1) or (2) Driver One Memory Position Recall accordingly. “Memory Profile Set” (1 or 2) will display • To recall the memory settings for driver one using the in the instrument cluster.
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE cancelled, the driver’s seat, and the power pedals (if forward of the rear stop. The seat will return to its equipped) stop moving. A delay of one second will occur previously set position when you place the ignition before another recall can be selected.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy Entry and Easy Exit position. NOTE: The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled when the vehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy Entry/Exit feature is enabled (or later disabled) through the programmable features in the Uconnect®...
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 NOTE: • Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore differ- ent lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped through the Uconnect® system. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings/Customer Programmable Features” in “Under- This system automatically turns the headlights on or off standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. according to ambient light levels.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 NOTE: If the windshield or Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control mirror is replaced, the mirror must be re-aimed • The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control can be to ensure proper performance. See your local authorized turned on or off using the Uconnect®...
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlight Delay Fog Lights — If Equipped To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a The fog lights are turned on by rotating the headlight headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for switch to the parking light or headlight position and approximately 90 seconds.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 An indicator light located in the instrument cluster will equipped with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) and the illuminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights will UNLOCK button is pushed on the RKE transmitter, the turn off when the switch is pushed a second time, when courtesy and dome lights will turn on.
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can be regulated by rotating the dimmer control up (brighter) or down (dimmer). When the headlights are on you can supplement the brightness of the odometer, trip odom- eter, radio and overhead console by rotating the control to its farthest position up until you hear a click.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Battery Saver Front Map/Reading Lights — If Equipped To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, load shedding The front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- is provided for both the interior and exterior lights. head console.
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE second time. The lights will also turn on when the Courtesy Lights UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) is The courtesy lights can be turned on by pushing the top pushed. corner of the lens.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Ambient Light — If Equipped Multifunction Lever The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil- steering column.
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signals Lane Change Assist Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer controls are located on the multifunction lever on the left side of the steering col- umn. The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located on the end of the lever. For information on the rear wiper/washer, refer to “Rear Window Features”...
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Operation CAUTION! Rotate the end of the lever to one of the first four detent Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents positions for intermittent settings, the fifth detent for low the windshield wiper blades from returning to the wiper operation and the sixth detent for high wiper “park”...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 lever is pushed while in the intermittent setting, the wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the end of the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. Intermittent Wiper Operation NOTE: If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled.
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the end of the lever is pushed while the wipers are in NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer the off position, the wipers will operate for several wipe pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the cycles, then turn off.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 • The Rain Sensing feature may not function properly Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped when ice, or dried salt water is present on the wind- This feature senses moisture on the windshield and shield.
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When the TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN ignition is ON, and the automatic transmission is in This feature allows you to tilt the steering column the NEUTRAL position, the Rain Sensing system will upward or downward.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 To unlock the steering column, push the lever downward POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN (toward the floor). To tilt the steering column, move the — IF EQUIPPED steering wheel upward or downward as desired. To This feature allows you to tilt the steering column lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the steering upward or downward.
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190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- ter or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel to return the tilt/telescopic steering column to pre- programmed positions.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated steering wheel to operate. The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start wheel has only one temperature setting.
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not place anything on the steering wheel that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steering wheel covers of any type and material. This may cause the steering wheel heater to overheat. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL —...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate The drivers preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under- A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL standing Your Instrument Panel” for more information. button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen vehicle will deactivate the Electronic Speed Control with-...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 Metric Speed (km/h) U.S. Speed (mph) • Pushing the SET + button once will result in a 1 km/h • Pushing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the decrease in set speed.
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Accelerate For Passing WARNING! Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. system cannot maintain a constant speed.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 • Normal (fixed speed) electronic speed control mode ACC will allow you to keep cruise control engaged in light to moderate traffic conditions without the constant for cruising at a constant preset speed. For additional need to reset your cruise control.
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198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Does not always fully recognize complex driving conditions, vehicle speed, distance to the vehicle conditions, which can result in wrong or missing ahead; and, most importantly, brake operation to ensure safe operation of the vehicle under all road distance warnings.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 WARNING! (Continued) • When entering a turn lane or highway off ramp; when driving on roads that are winding, icy, snow- covered, slippery, or have steep uphill or downhill slopes. • When towing a trailer up or down steep slopes. •...
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifications NOTE: You cannot engage ACC under the following to the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive conditions: Cruise Control and Forward Collision Warning System. •...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 To Activate/Deactivate time, the system will turn off and the DID will display “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Off.” Push and release the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ON/OFF button. The ACC menu in the DID displays “ACC Ready.”...
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: ACC cannot be set if there is a stationary vehicle WARNING! in front of your vehicle in close proximity. Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. If you do on when not in use is dangerous.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 • The shift lever/gear selector is removed from the • The Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control Drive position. ON/OFF button is pushed. • The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control Sys- • The ignition is turned OFF. tem (ESC/TCS) activates.
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The drivers preferred units can be selected through the WARNING! instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under- standing Your Instrument Panel” for more information. The Resume function should only be used if traffic The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen and road conditions permit.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 Metric Speed (km/h) U.S. Speed (mph) • Pushing the SET + button once will result in a 1 km/h • Pushing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the decrease in set speed.
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The ACC system maintains set speed when driving up NOTE: hill and down hill. However, a slight speed change on • When you override and push the SET + button or SET moderate hills is normal.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Distance Setting 4 Bars (Longest) Distance Setting 3 Bars (Long)
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208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Distance Setting 2 Bars (Medium) Distance Setting 1 Bar (Short) To increase the distance setting, push the Distance Setting — Increase button and release. Each time the button is pushed, the distance setting increases by one bar (longer).
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on To decrease the distance setting, push the Distance Set- ting — Decrease button and release. Each time the button ACC Activation). is pushed, the distance setting decreases by one bar The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited;...
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtake Aid When driving with ACC engaged and following a ve- hicle, the system will provide an additional acceleration up to the ACC set speed to assist in passing the vehicle. This additional acceleration is triggered when the driver utilizes the left turn signal and will only be active when passing on the left hand side.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 A cancel message will display on the DID and produce a Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu warning chime. Driver intervention will be required at The DID displays the current ACC system settings. The this moment.
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Push the SET + or the SET- button (located on the steering Display Warnings And Maintenance wheel) and the following will display in the DID: “Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” ACC SET Warning When ACC is set, the set speed will display in the...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 • Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so vehicle has left these areas. Under rare conditions, when the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and this warning may temporarily occur.
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214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: obstructions, such as mud, dirt, or ice on windshield and fog on the inside of glass. In these cases, the DID will • If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar display “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front Sensor”...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 When the condition that created limited functionality is normal conditions, ACC will be temporarily unavailable. no longer present, the system will return to full function- If this occurs, try activating ACC again later, following an ality.
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216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Offset Driving ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane that is offset from your direct line of travel, or a vehicle merging in from a side lane. There may not be sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 the vehicle is out of the curve the system will resume Using ACC On Hills your original Set Speed. This is a part of normal ACC When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in system functionality.
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218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Changing ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are traveling. In the illustration shown, ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes and it may not detect the vehicle until it’s too late for the ACC system to take action.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 Narrow Vehicles Stationary Objects And Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they vehicles.
220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control Mode This vehicle has systems that operate on radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, a Normal Commission (FCC) rules and with Industry Canada (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control mode is available Standards RSS- GEN/210/220/310.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 To Set A Desired Speed WARNING! In the normal Cruise Control mode, the system will Turn the Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic not react to vehicles ahead. In addition, the proximity Speed Control ON. When the vehicle has warning does not activate and no alarm will sound reached the desired speed, push the SET (+) or even if you are too close to the vehicle ahead since...
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222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The drivers preferred units can be selected through the Metric Speed (km/h) instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under- • Pushing the SET + button once will result in a 1 km/h standing Your Instrument Panel”...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will The drivers preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under- continue to decrease in 10 km/h decrements until the standing Your Instrument Panel”...
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The braking temperature exceeds normal range (over- • The ignition is turned off. heated). • You engage Four-Wheel Drive Low. • The shift lever/gear selector is removed from the • The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) On/Off button is Drive position.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 NOTE: FCW monitors the information from the forward looking sensors as well as the Electronic Brake Controller (EBC), to calculate the probability of a forward collision. When the system determines that a forward collision is probable, the driver will be provided with audible and visual warnings and may provide a brake jerk warning.
226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • The minimum speed for FCW activation is 5 mph Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to (8 km/h). avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect • The FCW alerts may be triggered on objects other than every type of potential collision.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 To turn the FCW system back ON, push the forward Changing FCW And Active Braking Status collision button again to turn the system ON (led turns The FCW Sensitivity And Active Braking Settings are off).
228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: fully available. Once the condition that limited the sys- tem performance is no longer present, the system will • The system will retain the last setting selected by the return to its full performance state. If the problem per- driver after ignition shut down.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF and above the system’s operating speed, a warning will EQUIPPED appear within the Driver Information Display (DID) indicating the vehicle speed is too fast. The system will The ParkSense®...
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense® Warning Display The ParkSense® Warning screen will only be displayed if Sound and Display is selected from the Customer - Programmable Features section of the Uconnect® Sys- tem. Refer to Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the tone will change from a single 1/2 second tone to slow, to fast, to continuous. Slow Tone Single 1/2 Second Tone...
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232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Continuous Tone The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 79 in (200 cm) (200-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Audible Alert None Single 1/2 Slow Fast Continuous...
234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® system requires service, the ParkSense® switch LED will blink momentarily, and then the LED will be ON. ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled with the ParkSense® switch. Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System When the ParkSense®...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 If “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SEN- ParkSense® System Usage Precautions SORS” appears in the Driver Information Display (DID) NOTE: make sure the outer surface and the underside of the rear • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other obstruction and then cycle the ignition.
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236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • ParkSense®, when on, will reduce the volume of the CAUTION! radio when it is sounding a tone. • ParkSense® is only a parking aid and it is unable to • Clean the ParkSense® sensors regularly, taking care recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF WARNING! (Continued) EQUIPPED behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear to check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen obstructions, and blind spots before backing up.
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238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE shifting out of REVERSE unless the forward vehicle When enabled, active guide lines are overlaid on the speed exceeds 8 mph (13 km/h), the transmission is image to illustrate the width of the vehicle and its shifted into PARK or the ignition is switched to the OFF projected backup path based on the steering wheel position.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 WARNING! CAUTION! • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView® should only Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera. Always be used as a parking aid. The ParkView® camera is check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to unable to view every obstacle or object in your check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob-...
240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE Front Map/Reading Lights — If Equipped The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light and storage for sunglasses. Universal Garage Door can be turned on by pushing the switch on either side of Opener (HomeLink®), power liftgate and power sunroof the console.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 To turn the lights off, push the switch a second time. The Courtesy Lights lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights will The courtesy lights can be turned on by pushing the top also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE is corner of the lens.
242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunglasses Bin Door GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED At the front of the console a compartment is provided for HomeLink® replaces up to three remote controls (hand- the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The storage compart- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage ment access is a “push/push”...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 HomeLink® Buttons/Overhead Consoles HomeLink® Buttons/Sunvisor NOTE: HomeLink® is disabled when the Vehicle Secu- rity Alarm is active.
244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to program while keeping the HomeLink® indicator light in view. 3. Push and hold the HomeLink® button you want to program while you push and hold the hand-held transmitter button.
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246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Firmly push and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices (Rolling Code) there may be a light that blinks when the garage door To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, opener/device is in the LEARN/TRAIN mode.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 Programming A Non-Rolling Code 5. Push and hold the programmed HomeLink® button and observe the indicator light. For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- before 1995. ming is complete and the garage door/device should 1.
248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Without releasing the button proceed with “Program- 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 ming A Non-Rolling Code” step 2 and follow all cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to remaining steps.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- 3. Without releasing button proceed with ming is complete and the garage door/device should “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” step 2 and activate when the HomeLink® button is pushed. follow all remaining steps.
250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is disabled when WARNING! the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- Troubleshooting Tips ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while If you are having trouble programming HomeLink®, programming the transceiver.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with opener that has a “stop and reverse” feature as FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not ex- required by Federal safety standards. This includes pressly approved by the party responsible for compli- most garage door opener models manufactured ance could void the user’s authority to operate the...
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252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) accessible to children. Do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particu- larly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 Opening Sunroof — Express position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “Express Close.” During Express Push the switch rearward and release it within one-half Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop second.
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result Wind Buffeting in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt will be Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect disabled. pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 Ignition OFF Operation the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position, while the outlets labeled with a “battery” are connected directly The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to to the battery and powered at all times.
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256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Im- In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a power proper use of the power outlet can cause damage not outlet located in the storage area of the center console. covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 If your vehicle is equipped with a rear full center console, there is also a power outlet located in the lower storage area of the rear full center console. Rear Cargo Power Outlet NOTE: The rear cargo power outlet can be changed to “battery”...
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258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cargo Power Outlet Fuse Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 — F104 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Console Bin 2 — F90–F91 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Right Rear Quarter Panel 3 —...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) prevent the engine from starting. To avoid serious injury or death: • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the bat- should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
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260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 150 Watts. Certain high-end video games, such as Play- The power inverter is designed with built-in overload station3 and XBox360 will exceed this power limit, as will protection. If the power rating of 150 Watts is exceeded, most power tools.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 CUPHOLDERS Rear Cupholders Rear Center Arm Rest Cupholders — If Equipped Front Seat Cupholders There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers located in the fold-down center armrest. located in the center console.
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262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Full Console Cupholders — If Equipped Control. Refer to “Lights” in “Understanding The Fea- tures Of Your Vehicle” for further information. There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers located in the front of the rear full console. Light Ring In Rear Full Console Cupholders Rear Full Console Cupholders The rear full console cupholders are equipped with a...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 Rear Mini Console Cupholders — If Equipped STORAGE There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers Glove Compartment located in the front of the rear mini console. The glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel.
264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open the glove compartment, pull outward on the Front Center Console latch and lower the glove box door. The front center console contains both an upper and a lower storage area. Door Storage To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on Large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy the small latch located on the lid.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on lower storage compartment. the small latch located on the front of the lid. Rear Full Center Console —...
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266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the The upper storage compartment may also be lifted for- lower storage compartment. ward. Push in the release button located on the back of the lid.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 Storage Compartment Rear Push Button Lower Storage Compartment When lifted forward there is access to the lower storage compartment.
268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When the lower storage compartment is accessed it Open storage areas, or cubby bins with removable liners, allows the armrest to flip forward for “fold flat mode”. Fold are located rearward of the cupholders and in the lower flat mode allows the console armrest to be lowered below front of the console.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 bulbs and is powered by rechargeable lithium batteries that recharge when snapped back into place. Push in on the flashlight to release it. Console Cubby Bin CARGO AREA FEATURES Rechargeable Flashlight Push And Release The rechargeable flashlight is mounted on the left side of the cargo area.
270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To operate the flashlight, push the switch once for high, Additional storage can be found in the load floor. To twice for low, and a third time to return to off. access the lower storage, lift the handle and raise the storage lid.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped WARNING! NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to In a collision, a loose cargo cover in the vehicle could secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or cause injury.
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272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and use seat belts. • Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or accident, a hook could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 REAR WINDOW FEATURES WARNING! (Continued) Rear Window Wiper/Washer • Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as pos- The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the mul- sible.
274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE release of the switch, the wipers will resume the continu- ous rear wiper operation. When this rotary control is in the OFF position, rotating it downward will activate the rear washer pump which will continue to operate as long as the switch is held.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 mirrors (if equipped). An indicator in the button will CAUTION! (Continued) illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive rear window defroster automatically turns off after ap- window cleaners on the interior surface of the proximately 10 minutes.
276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Deploying the Crossbars Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumb screws at both ends of the crossbar. 1 — Side Rail 2 — Crossbar The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying Thumb Screw capacity of the vehicle.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 Remove the crossbar from the stowed position by sliding CAUTION! the crossbar towards the center of the roof. Repeat with crossbar on the opposite side. Be careful when handling the crossbars to prevent damage to the vehicle.
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278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Position the crossbars across the roof making sure the Slide the cross bar into to the deploy position by moving letters on the crossbars align with the matching letters on it towards the matching letter in the side rail. Be sure the the side rail.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 Deploy and tighten the second crossbar to complete the Stowing The Crossbars deployment of the crossbars. Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumb screws at both ends. Slide the crossbar away from the matching letter to remove it from the deployed position.
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280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Starting with the one crossbar, bend up the pivot sup- Then, position the crossbar along the correct side rail. ports at each end. Make sure the letters on the crossbar align with the matching letters on the side rail.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 Slide the crossbar outward, away from the center of the Once the driver’s side crossbar is in place, tighten the roof. The crossbar will nest fully within the side rail. thumb screws completely. Crossbar To Side Rail Tightening Crossbar...
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282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If any metallic object is placed over the satellite radio Repeat the procedure to stow the second crossbar on the opposite side. antenna (if equipped), you may experience interrup- tion of satellite radio reception. WARNING! Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Long loads that extend over the windshield, such the roof. If it is necessary to place the load on the as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with large roof, place a blanket or other protective layer frontal area should be secured to both the front and between the load and the roof surface.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ DID Green Telltales ....310 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..288 ▫...
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286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Important Notes For Dual Video Screen Uconnect® RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED ..352 System ......365 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL —...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 ▫ Radio ......402 CD/DVD/Blu-ray™ Disc MAINTENANCE ..378 ▫...
290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 3. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light 1. Tachometer This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute switch is turned to the ON/RUN position and (RPM x 1000).
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 5. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped 8. Speedometer This indicator will illuminate when the front fog Indicates vehicle speed. lights are on. 9. Selectable DID Information 6. Selectable DID Information This area of the cluster will display selectable informa- This area of the cluster will display selectable informa- tion such as compass, outside temperature, etc.
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292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Certain conditions, poor fuel quality, may illuminate the WARNING! light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced cycles.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle”. Follow the warnings under the Cooling Driving with a hot engine cooling system could System Pressure Cap paragraph. damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle 12.
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294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL In this case, the light will remain on until the condition WARNING! has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake, Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tion.
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296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS CAUTION! malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is The TPMS has been optimized for the original combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipment tires and wheels.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 15. Driver Information Display (DID)/Odometer Dis- When the appropriate conditions exist, this display play shows the Driver Information Display (DID) messages. Refer to “Driver Information Display (DID)” of your The odometer display shows the total distance the ve- Owner’s Manual for more information.
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298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your 20. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ Vehicle” your Owner’s Manual further Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped information. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator 18. Vehicle Security Light Light” in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the This light will flash rapidly for approximately ON/RUN position.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 NOTE: DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID) • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC The Driver Information Display (DID) features a driver- Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on interactive display that is located in the instrument momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned cluster.
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300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The DID Menu items consists of the following: • Speedometer • MPH or KM/H • Vehicle Info • Driver Assist • Fuel Economy • Trip • Audio • Stored Messages DID Steering Wheel Buttons • UP Arrow Button •...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 • DOWN Arrow Button and hold the OK arrow button for two seconds to reset displayed/selected features that can be reset. Push and release the DOWN button to scroll downward through the main menu. DID Displays The DID displays are located in the center portion of the •...
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302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Selectable Information (Compass, Temp, Range to condition that activated it remains active) and can be Empty, Trip A, Trip B, Average Fuel Economy, Current reviewed from the “Messages” main menu item. Ex- Fuel Economy) amples of this message type are “Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out”...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 • Five Second Unstored Messages Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. To When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of turn off the message temporarily, push and release the message takes control of the main display area for five OK button.
304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Service Electronic Throttle Control NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not • Service Power Steering reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. • Cruise Off DID Messages •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 • Service Electronic Braking System • Remote Start Aborted Fuel Low • Engine Temperature Hot • Remote Start Aborted Too Cold • Battery Voltage Low • Remote Start Aborted Door Open • Service Electronic Throttle Control •...
306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Shift Not Allowed • Transmission Too Cold Idle With Engine On • Vehicle Speed To High To Shift • Washer Fluid Low • Shift to Neutral then Drive or Reverse The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the white telltales area on the right, amber telltales in the •...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 DID Amber Telltales stop the vehicle. Then, shift the transmission into NEU- TRAL and run the engine at idle or faster until the light This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- turns off. tales. These telltales include: •...
308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Temperature Warning Light DID Red Telltales This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These This telltale indicates engine oil temperature is telltales include: high. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light • Engine Temperature Warning Light This light informs you of a problem with the This light warns of an overheated engine condi- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. The tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- light will come on when the ignition is first proaches H, this indicator will illuminate, and a single turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb...
310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Electric Power Steering Malfunction – If Equipped DID Selectable Menu Items Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow buttons until This telltale is on when the Electric Power the desired Selectable Menu icon/title is highlighted in Steering is not operating and needs service.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 • If one or more tires have low pressure, “Inflate Tire To Vehicle Info XX” is displayed with the vehicle ICON and the tire pressure values in each corner of the ICON with the Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow pressure value of the low tire are displayed in a button until the Vehicle Info icon/title is high- different color than the other tire pressure value.
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312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Oil Pressure Fuel Economy • Displays the actual oil pressure. Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow Oil Life button until the Fuel Economy Menu icon/title is highlighted. Push and hold the OK button to Battery Voltage reset feature.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 The Trip A and Trip B information will display the Stored Messages following: Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until • Distance mi the Messages Menu icon/title is highlighted in the DID. This feature shows the number of •...
314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Trip A Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items • Trip B Current Gear • On Upper Right • Off • None • Compass (default setting) Upper Left • None • Outside Temp • Compass • Time •...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default Settings) • Cancel • Okay Uconnect® SETTINGS The Uconnect® system uses a combination of buttons on the touchscreen and buttons on the faceplate located on the center of the instrument panel that allow you to access and change the customer programmable features.
316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons On The Faceplate Buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect® system in the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right side of the Climate Controls in the center of the instru- ment panel.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 Buttons On The Touchscreen When making a selection, press the button on the touch- screen to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the mode, press and release the preferred setting and make Uconnect®...
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318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Display or by selecting any point on the scale between the “+” and “–” buttons on the touchscreen. Then press the arrow After pressing the “Display” button on the touchscreen back button on the touchscreen. the following settings will be available.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 NOTE: To make changes to the Display Brightness with “Metric” to make your selection. Press the back arrow Headlights OFF setting, the headlights must be off and button on the touchscreen to return to the previous the interior dimmer switch must not be in the party or menu.
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320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL touchscreen and select from “Brief” or “Detailed.” Press arrow above and below the current time to adjust, then the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the select “AM” or “PM.” Press the back arrow button on the previous menu.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 • ParkView® Backup Camera Active Guidelines indicate the proximity to other objects. The system can be enabled with Sound Only, or Sound and Display. To Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear change the ParkSense® status, press and release the Back Up Camera Active Guidelines that allows you to see “Sound Only”...
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322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Hill Start Assist — If Equipped turned ON), the rear view image with dynamic grid lines will be displayed for up to 10 seconds after shifting out of When this feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA) “REVERSE”...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 touchscreen, and choose either 0 sec, 30 sec, 60 sec or 90 your selection, press the “Lights w/Wipers” button on seconds. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen the touchscreen and make your selection. Press the back to return to the previous menu.
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324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Auto Door Locks press the “Daytime Running Lights” button on the touch- screen and make your selection. Press the back arrow When this feature is selected, all doors will lock auto- button on the touchscreen to return to the previous matically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph menu.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 • Flash Lights w/Lock • Horn w/Remote Start — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the exterior lights will flash When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote the remote start is activated.
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326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Passive Entry — If Equipped. If “All” is selected, vehicle. To make your selection, press the “Memory all doors will unlock no matter which Passive Entry door Linked to Fob” button on the touchscreen and select from handle is grasped.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped Engine Off Options After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start” After pressing the “Engine Off Options” button on the button on the touchscreen the following settings will be touchscreen the following settings will be available.
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328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “60,” or “90” seconds to select your desired time interval. Compass Settings — If Equipped Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return After pressing the “Compass Settings” button on the to the previous menu. touchscreen the following settings will be available: •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 by pressing the “ON” button on the touchscreen and completing one or more 360-degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects). The compass will now function normally. Audio After pressing the “Audio” button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available: •...
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330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • AUX Volume Offset — If Equipped arrows to adjust, tap the “C” icon to readjust to the center. Press the back arrow/Done button on the touchscreen to This feature provides the ability to tune the audio level return to the previous menu.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 Phone/Bluetooth® touchscreen, select the channels you would like to skip followed by pressing the back arrow button on the After pressing the “Phone/Bluetooth” button on the touchscreen. touchscreen the following settings will be available: • Subscription Information •...
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332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Clear Personal Data Restore Settings After pressing the “Restore Settings” button on the When this feature is selected it will remove personal data touchscreen the following settings will be available: including Bluetooth® devices and presets. To remove personal information, press the “Clear Personal Data”...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect® Once the setting is complete, press the Back Arrow 8.4 Personal Settings button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu or press the X button on the touchscreen to close out of Press the “Apps”...
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334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Display Brightness With Headlights OFF NOTE: When Day or Night is selected for the Display Mode, the usage of the Parade Mode feature will cause When in this display, you may select the brightness with the radio to activate the Display Brightness Day control the headlights off.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 • Set Language • Touchscreen Beep When in this display, you may select one of multiple When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the languages (English / Français / Español) for all display sound heard when button on the touchscreen is pressed.
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336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Navigation Turn-By-Turn Displayed In Cluster — If Length, press the “Brief” or “Detailed” button on the Equipped touchscreen until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that setting has been selected. Press the When this feature is selected, To make your selection, back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the press the “Navigation Turn-By-Turn Displayed In Clus-...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 • Set Time Minutes Clock After pressing the “Clock” button on the touchscreen the This feature will allow you to adjust the minutes. The following settings will be available: “Sync time with GPS” button on the touchscreen must be unchecked.
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338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Status setting press the “Show Time in Status Bar” button setting. This warns you of a possible collision when you on the touchscreen until a check-mark appears next to are much closer to the vehicle in front of you. To change setting, indicating that the setting has been selected.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • Front ParkSense® Chime Volume indicating that the setting had been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the The Front ParkSense® Chime Volume settings can be previous menu. For further information, refer to “For- selected from the Driver Information Display (DID) or ward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation”...
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340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Blind Spot Alert “ParkSense® Rear Chime Volume” button on the touch- screen, until a check-mark appears next to setting, indi- When this feature is selected, the Blind Spot Alert feature cating that the setting had been selected. Press the back Provides alerts, visual and/or audible, to indicate objects arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous in your blind spot.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 NOTE: If your vehicle has experienced any damage in next to setting, indicating that the setting had been the area where the sensor is located, even if the fascia is selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen not damaged, the sensor may have become misaligned.
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342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “Parkview Backup camera Delay” button on the touch- setting had been selected. Press the back arrow button on screen to turn the ParkView® Delay ON or OFF. the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 • Auto Dim High Beams — If Equipped are unlocked with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. To change the Illuminated Approach status, When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights press the “+” or “–” button on the touchscreen to select will activate/deactivate automatically under certain con- your desired time interval.
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344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Auto Door Locks back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu, or push the back button on the faceplate. When this feature is selected, all doors will lock auto- • Flash Lights With Lock matically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to to the previous menu, or push the back button on the setting, showing that setting has been selected. Press the faceplate.
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346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When All Doors is selected for 1st Press Of Key Fob Entry (RKE) transmitter lock or unlock buttons. To make Unlocks, all doors will unlock on the first press of the your selection, press the “Passive Entry” button on the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous Auto-On Comfort — If Equipped menu, or push the back button on the faceplate. After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort” button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available: NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set •...
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348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Engine Off Options equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to OFF. Opening After pressing the Engine Off Options button on the either front door will cancel this feature. To change the touchscreen the following settings will be available.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 Audio NOTE: Bass/Mid/Treble allow you to simply slide your finger up or down to change the setting as well as press After pressing the “Audio” button on the touchscreen the directly on the desired setting. following settings will be available.
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350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • AUX Volume Offset — If Equipped • Paired Phones This feature provides the ability to tune the audio level This feature shows which phones are paired to the for portable devices connected through the AUX input. Phone/Bluetooth®...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 touchscreen, select the channels you would like to skip Restore Settings followed by pressing the back arrow button on the After pressing the “Restore Settings” button on the touchscreen. touchscreen the following settings will be available: •...
352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Clear Personal Data System Information After pressing the “Clear Personal Data Settings” button After pressing the “System Information” button on the on the touchscreen the following settings will be avail- touchscreen the following information will be available: able: •...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port, located in the lower section of the front integrated center stack, in front of the rotary shifter.
354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The audio device can be controlled using the radio NOTE: If the audio device battery is completely dis- charged, it may not communicate with the iPod®/USB/ buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod® contents. MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 Front Center Console Rear USB Ports Second Row Center Console USB Port...
356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT (RSE) SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Your Rear Seat Entertainment System is designed to give your family years of enjoyment. You can play your favorite CDs, DVDs or Blu-ray™ Discs, listen to audio over the wireless headphones, or plug and play a variety of standard video games or audio devices.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 • Turn on the Rear Seat Entertainment system by push- • With the Dual Video Screen System, Channel 1 (Rear 1) ing the Power button on the remote control. on the Remote Control and Headphones refers to Screen 1 (driver’s side) and Channel 2 (Rear 2) on the •...
358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Dual Video Screen NOTE: Typically there are two different ways to operate the features of the Rear Seat Entertainment System. • The Remote Control • The Touchscreen Radio (If Equipped) Blu-ray™ Disc Player Play A Blu-ray™ Disc The Blu-ray™...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 2. To watch a Blu-ray disc on Rear 1 for driver’s side rear passengers, ensure the Remote Control and Head- phone switch is on Rear 1. 3. To watch a Blu-ray disc on Rear 2 for passenger side rear passengers, ensure the Remote Control and Head- phone switch is on Rear 2.
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360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Touchscreen Radio is not highlighted select button to access controls for Screen 1/Channel 1 source. 2. RSE Power Press to turn RSE On/Off. 3. RSE Mute Mute rear headphones for the current ignition cycle. Pressing mute again will unmute rear headphones.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 6. Radio Full Screen Mode Using The Remote Control • Select an audio channel (Rear 1 for driver’s side rear Select this button to change to Full Screen Mode. screen and Rear 2 for passenger’s side rear screen), 7.
362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When connecting an external source to the AUX/HDMI input, ensure to follow the standard color coding for the audio/video jacks: 1. HDMI Input 2. Right audio in (red) 3. Left audio in (white) 4. Video in (yellow) NOTE: Certain high-end video games, such as Playsta- tion®4 and XBox One will exceed this power limit of the vehicle’s Power Inverter.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 radio automatically selects the appropriate mode after the disc is recognized and displays the menu screen or starts playing the first track. 2. To watch a DVD/Blu-ray™ Disc on Rear 1 (driver’s side rear passenger) ensure the Remote Control and Headphone channel selector switch is on Rear 1.
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364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Press the Rear Media button to display the Rear Media Control screen. Rear Seat Entertainment Source Screen NOTE: Pressing the screen on the radio while a DVD or Blu-ray™ Disc is playing, brings up the basic remote Rear Media Control Screen control functions for DVD play such as scene selection, 3.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 Important Notes For Dual Video Screen System Blu-ray™ Disc Player Remote Control — If Equipped • The Rear Seat Entertainment System is able to transmit two channels of stereo audio and video simultane- ously. • The Blu-ray™ Disc Player can play CDs, DVDs and Blu-ray™...
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366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL audio while the screen is closed, push the Power — Push and hold to fast forward through the button to turn the headphone transmitter on. current audio track or video chapter. 2. Channel Selector Indicators — When a button is (Play/Pause) —...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 15. BACK — Push to exit out of menus or return to 2. Replace the batteries, making sure to orient them source selection screen. according to the polarity diagram shown. — Push to navigate menus. 3.
368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Controls The headphone power indicator and controls are located on the right ear cup. NOTE: The rear video system must be turned on before sound can be heard from the headphones. To conserve battery life, the headphones will automatically turn off approximately three minutes after the rear video system is turned off.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 NOTE: 5. To cancel out of the Mode Selection menu, push the BACK button on the remote control. • When both the headphone and the remote control channel selector switches are on Channel 1, the Replacing The Headphone Batteries Remote is controlling Channel 1 and the headphones Each set of headphones requires two AAA batteries for...
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370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL particular Unwired Technology LLC ( Unwired ) wire- FOR ANY GENERAL, SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT, less headphone ( Product ). The warranty is not transfer- INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, PU- able. NITIVE OR OTHER DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE WHATSOEVER.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 If you have any questions or comments regarding your Display Settings Unwired® wireless headphones, please phone 1-888-293- 3332 email customersupport@unwiredtechnology.com. You may register your Unwired® wireless headphones online at www.unwiredtechnology.com or by phone at 1-888-293-3332. System Information Disc Menu When listening to a CD Audio or CD Data disc, pushing...
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372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Display Settings menu. These settings control the appear- Listening To Audio With The Screen Closed ance of the video on the screen. The factory default To listen to only audio portion of the channel with the settings are already set for optimum viewing, so there is screen closed: no need to change these settings under normal circum-...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 the remote control’s power button to turn audio on. If match in order for the disc to play. If the region code for audio is still not heard, check that fully charged batteries the DVD disc does not match the region code for the are installed in the headphones.
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374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • For CD Data (or CD-ROM) discs, always use the also play DVD-Video content recorded to a DVD-R or DVD-RW disc. DVD-ROM discs (either pressed or re- ISO-9660 (Level 1 or Level 2), Joliet, or Romeo format. corded) are not supported.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 • Other compression formats such as AAC, MP3 Pro, Compressed Audio Files (MP3 and WMA) Ogg Vorbis, and ATRAC3 will not play. The Blu-ray™ The Blu-ray™ Disc player is capable of playing MP3 player will automatically skip the file and begin play- (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3) and WMA (Windows Media ing the next available file.
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376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio displays. A dirty, damaged, or incompatible disc Product Agreement format are all potential causes for a Disc Error message. This product incorporates copyright protection technol- ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec- If a disc has a damaged track which results in audible or tual property rights.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a EQUIPPED push-button in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pushing the top of the rocker The remote sound system controls are located on the rear switch will increase the volume, and pushing the bottom surface of the steering wheel.
378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The button located in the center of the left-hand control 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- wiping from center to edge. grammed in the radio preset button.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES Nevertheless, the wireless radio will be used in such a manner that the radio is 20 cm or further from the human Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in body.
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380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). provide reasonable protection against harmful inter- Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ference in a residential installation.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. This system can be operated through either the controls on the instrument panel or through the Uconnect® system dis- play.
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382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons On The Touchscreen buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. Uconnect® 8.4 Automatic Temperature Controls — Buttons On The Touchscreen Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Buttons On The Faceplate And Buttons On The Touchscreen) Uconnect®...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to 5. Front Defrost Button switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator Press and release to change the current airflow setting to will turn off. Defrost mode.
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384 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 7. Rear Climate Button — If Equipped CAUTION! Press and release this button to turn on the rear climate Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to controls. The indicator will illuminate when the rear the heating elements: climate controls are ON.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 temperature settings or on the touchscreen, press and automatic mode to switch to manual operation. The slide the button on the touchscreen temperature bar speeds can be selected using either the blower control towards the blue arrow button on the touchscreen for knob on the faceplate or buttons on the touchscreen as cooler temperature settings.
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386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Bi-Level Mode 12. Modes Air comes from the instrument panel outlets The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, directed through the defrost and side window demis- demist outlets and defrost outlets.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 13. Climate Control OFF Button touchscreen temperature bar towards the red arrow button on the touchscreen for warmer temperature set- Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control tings. ON/OFF. NOTE: In Sync mode, this button will also automatically 14.
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388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL system. When the air conditioning system is turned on, dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray from cool dehumidified air will flow through the outlets into behind the radiator and through the condenser. Fabric the cabin.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 Recirculation mode will cause the LED in the control button to blink and then turn off. When outside air contains smoke, odors, or Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, Automatic Operation you may wish to recirculate interior air by pressing the Recirculation control button.
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390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Manual Operation Override • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings. The system allows for manual selection of blower speed, air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation con- The system automatically adjusts the temperature, trol.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 Rear Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) The rear ATC system has floor air outlets at the rear right side of the 3rd Row seats and overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating position. The system provides heated air through the floor outlets or cool, dehumidified air through the headliner outlets.
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392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Controlling The Rear Climate Controls From The Front ATC Panel The Three-Zone ATC system allows for adjustment of the rear climate controls from the front ATC panel. To change the rear system settings: • Press REAR button to change control to rear control mode, Rear display will appear.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 Rear Lock Pressing the Rear Temperature Lock button on the Uconnect® touchscreen, illuminates a lock symbol in the rear display. The rear temperature and air source are controlled from the front Uconnect® system. Rear second row occupants can only adjust the rear ATC control when the Rear Temperature Lock button is turned off.
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394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Rotate the Rear Blower, Rear Temperature and the This allows the second row seat occupants to control the Rear Mode Control knobs to suit your comfort needs. volume of air circulated in the rear of the vehicle. •...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 • Floor Mode Rear Mode Control • Auto Mode Air comes from the floor outlets. The rear system automatically maintains the correct Operating Tips mode and comfort level desired by the rear seat occu- NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for pants.
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396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Winter Operation windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side win- dow fogging becomes a problem increase blower speed. Use of the air Recirculation mode during winter months Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild but is not recommended because it may cause window rainy or humid weather.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions...
398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS Introducing Uconnect® Key Features: • 5” touchscreen Start using Uconnect® Voice Recognition with these helpful quick tips. It provides the key Voice Commands • Three buttons on either side of the display and tips you need to know to control your Uconnect®...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 9If you see the icon on your touchscreen, you have 3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while the Uconnect® 8.4AN system. If not, you have a facing straight ahead. The microphone is positioned Uconnect®...
400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Basic Voice Commands The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect® system. Push the VR button . After the beep, say • Cancel to stop a current voice session •...
402 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio® stations you would like to hear. (Sub- scription or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio® trial required.) Push the VR button . After the beep, say •...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 403 Media Uconnect® offers connections via USB, SD, Bluetooth® and auxiliary ports (If Equipped). Voice operation is only available for connected USB and iPod® devices. (Remote CD player optional and not available on all vehicles.) Push the VR button .
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404 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIP: Press the Browse button on the touchscreen to see all of the music on your iPod® or USB device. Your Voice Command must match exactly how the artist, album, song and genre information is displayed. Uconnect®...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 405 Phone TIP: When providing a Voice Command, push the Phone button and say “Call,” then pronounce the name Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy exactly as it appears in your phone book. When a with Uconnect®.
406 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Once an incoming text message is read to you, push the Phone button . After the beep, say: “Reply.” 2. Listen to the Uconnect® prompts. After the beep, repeat one of the pre-defined messages and follow the system prompts.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 407 TIP: Your mobile phone must have the full implementa- TIP: Voice Command for Climate may only be used to tion of the Message Access Profile (MAP) to take advan- adjust the interior temperature of your vehicle. Voice tage of this feature.
408 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Navigation (8.4A/8.4AN) The Uconnect® navigation feature helps you save time and become more productive when you know exactly how to get to where you want to go. (Navigation is optional on the Uconnect® 8.4A system. See your dealer to activate navigation at any time.) 1.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 409 press the Apps button on the 8.4-inch touchscreen to get Roadside Assistance Call started. Detailed registration instructions can be found Wi-Fi Hotspot*** on the next page. **If vehicle is equipped. NOTE: Uconnect® Access is available only on equipped ***Extra charges apply.
410 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Click on the link inside the email within 72 hours and Mobile App (8.4A/8.4AN) complete the easy online registration process to create Securely link your mobile device to your vehicle with the a personal Mopar® Owner Connect account linked to Uconnect®...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 411 Download the Uconnect® Access App to a compatible 2. Listen to the prompt. After the beep, dictate the Apple® or Android® mobile devices. All you need to do message you would like to send. Wait for Uconnect® to process your message.
412 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Yelp® (8.4A/8.4AN) TIP: Once you perform a search, you can reorganize the results by selecting either the Best Match, Rating or Once registered with Uconnect® Access, you can use Distance tab on the top of the touchscreen display. your voice to search for the most popular places or things around you.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 413 SiriusXM Travel Link™ (8.4A/8.4AN) Need to find a gas station, view local movie listings, check a sports score or the 5 - day weather forecast? SiriusXM Travel Link™ is a suite of services that brings a wealth of information right to your Uconnect®...
420 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if in a location accessible to children), and do not present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat leave the ignition (of a vehicle equipped with...
STARTING AND OPERATING 421 Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated CAUTION! Key to briefly place the ignition in the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- motor will continue to run, and it will disengage auto- ing precautions are not observed: •...
422 STARTING AND OPERATING Normal Starting To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button 1. Place the shift lever/gear selector in PARK, then push 1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL. and release the ENGINE START/STOP button. 2.
STARTING AND OPERATING 423 • Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN (engine not running) position and the transmission is in to place the ignition to the RUN position (DID will PARK, the system will automatically time out after 30 display “ON/RUN”).
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424 STARTING AND OPERATING Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE WARNING! (Continued) START/STOP Button) the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing If the engine fails to start after you have followed the serious personal injury. “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather proce- •...
STARTING AND OPERATING 425 After Starting WARNING! The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will Remember to disconnect the engine block heater decrease as the engine warms up. cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER —...
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426 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure seriously or fatally injured. Children should be those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is or the transmission gear selector.
STARTING AND OPERATING 427 Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System CAUTION! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift • Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEU- Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the transmission gear TRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle selector in PARK unless the brakes are applied.
428 STARTING AND OPERATING • The overall driving performance will be more conser- vative. • Some ECO mode functions may be temporarily inhib- ited based on temperature and other factors. Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission The transmission is controlled using a rotary electronic gear selector located on the center console.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 429 The electronically-controlled transmission provides a current gear in the instrument cluster. Refer to precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are “AutoStick” in this section for further information. self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt.
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430 STARTING AND OPERATING Gear Ranges When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before shifting the transmission to PARK. As an added precau- DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or tion, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill NEUTRAL into another gear range.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 431 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If ignition is in the OFF position, remove the key fob your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the from the vehicle, and lock the vehicle.
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432 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: REVERSE (R) • Before moving the transmission gear selector out of This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into PARK, you must start the engine and also press the REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete brake pedal.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 433 When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as CAUTION! when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi- tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other while towing heavy trailers), use the AutoStick shift reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause control (refer to AutoStick in this section for further severe transmission damage.
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434 STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission Limp Home Mode NOTE: In cases where the instrument cluster message indicates the transmission may not re-engage after en- Transmission function is monitored electronically for gine shutdown, perform this procedure only in a desired abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could location (preferably, at your authorized dealer).
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STARTING AND OPERATING 435 NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- Operation mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your When the transmission is in DRIVE, it will operate earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has automatically, shifting between the eight available gears.
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436 STARTING AND OPERATING • The transmission will automatically downshift as the • Holding the (-) paddle depressed will downshift the vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will transmission to the lowest gear possible at the current display the current gear. speed.
STARTING AND OPERATING 437 NOTE: This system is not appropriate for conditions WARNING! (Continued) where LOW range is recommended. Refer to “Off-Road grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or Driving Tips” in “Starting and Operating” for further personal injury.
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438 STARTING AND OPERATING This electronically shifted transfer case is designed to be driven in the AWD AUTO position for normal street and highway conditions on dry hard surfaced roads. For variable driving conditions, the AWD AUTO mode can be used. In this mode, the front axle is engaged, but the vehicle’s power is sent to the rear wheels.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 439 Transfer Case Position Indicator Messages If One Or More Shift Conditions Are Not Met: The Transfer Case Position Indicator messages (AWD 1. The indicator light for the current position will remain AUTO and LOW RANGE) are located in the Driver Information Display (DID) and indicate the current and 2.
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440 STARTING AND OPERATING that the all-wheel drive system is not functioning prop- Proper operation of all-wheel drive vehicles depends on erly and that service is required. tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the WARNING! transfer case.
STARTING AND OPERATING 441 For additional information on the appropriate use of each Neutral (N) transfer case mode position, see the information below: Neutral – This range disengages both the front and rear AWD Auto driveshafts from the powertrain. To be used for flat towing behind another vehicle.
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442 STARTING AND OPERATING • If all the requirements to select a new transfer case Preferred Procedure position have been met, the current position indicator 1. With the engine running, slow the vehicle to 2 to light will turn OFF, the selected position indicator light 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h).
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STARTING AND OPERATING 443 NOTE: NEUTRAL Shift Procedure • If Steps 1 or 2 of either the Preferred or Alternate 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop with the engine Procedure are not satisfied prior to attempting the shift running.
444 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If shift conditions/interlocks are not met, a “To Tow Vehicle Safely, Read Neutral Shift Procedure in Owners Manual” message will flash from the Driver Information Display (DID). Refer to “Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
STARTING AND OPERATING 445 turns or abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles of this CAUTION! type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover. Do not drive in 4WD-LOW Range on dry pavement; driveline damage may result.
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446 STARTING AND OPERATING and/or the flow rate is reduced. If you must cross CAUTION! flowing water avoid depths in excess of 9 in (23 cm). The flowing water can erode the streambed, causing your When driving through water, do not exceed 5 mph vehicle to sink into deeper water.
STARTING AND OPERATING 447 Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand Before climbing a steep hill, shift the transmission to a lower gear and shift the transfer case to LOW. Use first In heavy snow, when pulling a load, or for additional gear and LOW for very steep hills.
448 STARTING AND OPERATING When descending mountains or hills, repeated braking WARNING! (Continued) can cause brake fade with loss of braking control. Avoid tipping and rolling the vehicle. Always back care- repeated heavy braking by downshifting the transmis- fully straight down a hill in REVERSE gear. Never sion whenever possible.
STARTING AND OPERATING 449 • Check threaded fasteners for looseness, particularly on WARNING! (Continued) the chassis, drivetrain components, steering, and sus- not have full braking power when you need it to pension. Retighten them, if required, and torque to the prevent a collision.
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450 STARTING AND OPERATING while parking and good feel while driving. If the electro- “Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Understanding hydraulic power steering system experiences a fault that Your Instrument Panel” for further information. prevents it from providing power steering assist, then the If the “POWER STEERING HOT”...
STARTING AND OPERATING 451 • If the condition persists, see your authorized dealer for • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- service. ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering 5.7L Engine system.
452 STARTING AND OPERATING Power Steering Fluid Check WARNING! Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and service interval is not required. The fluid should only be with the engine off to prevent injury from moving checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.
STARTING AND OPERATING 453 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINE ONLY release the parking brake, press the park brake pedal a — IF EQUIPPED second time and let your foot up as you feel the brake disengage. This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting off four of the engine’s eight cylinders during light load and cruise conditions.
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454 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the sion is placed in gear, the “Brake” Warning Light will parking brake. Always apply the parking brake flash.
STARTING AND OPERATING 455 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or If the “Brake” Warning Light remains on with the in a location accessible to children, and do not parking brake released, a brake system malfunction leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with is indicated.
456 STARTING AND OPERATING In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e., Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) repeated brake applications with the engine off) the This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control brakes will still function. However, the effort required to under adverse braking conditions.
STARTING AND OPERATING 457 Traction Control System (TCS) Brake Assist System (BAS) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake capability during emergency braking maneuvers.
458 STARTING AND OPERATING applies the appropriate brake and may also reduce WARNING! engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will • The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- occur. ERM will only intervene during very severe or evasive driving maneuvers.
STARTING AND OPERATING 459 the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appro- WARNING! (Continued) priate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or or other vehicles. The capabilities of an ERM- understeer condition. equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reck- •...
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460 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTO Range (All-Wheel Drive Models) Or WARNING! Two-Wheel Drive Models Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, This is the normal operating mode for ESC in AWD nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing AUTO range and in two-wheel drive vehicles.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 461 features of ESC function normally. This mode is intended NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand, or gravel with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand, or conditions and more wheel spin than ESC would nor- gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off”...
462 STARTING AND OPERATING reduce engine power and apply the brake of the appro- WARNING! (Continued) priate wheel(s) to counteract the sway of the trailer. TSC enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC sys- will become active automatically once an excessively tem is reduced.
STARTING AND OPERATING 463 • Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e., Hill Start Assist (HSA) vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle back- The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when ing uphill is in REVERSE gear). starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill.
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464 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) HSA will provide assistance when starting on a grade • HSA is not a parking brake. Always apply the when pulling a trailer. parking brake fully when leaving your vehicle. Also, be certain to leave the transmission in PARK. WARNING! Failure to follow these warnings may cause the vehicle to roll down the incline and could collide...
STARTING AND OPERATING 465 Ready Alert Braking function in the intermittent mode. When Rain Brake Support is active, there is no notification to the driver and Ready Alert Braking may reduce the time required to no driver interaction is required. reach full braking during emergency braking situations.
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466 STARTING AND OPERATING • Each time the ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo- cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as position, the ESC system will be ON even if it was the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active.
STARTING AND OPERATING 467 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: Tire Markings • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
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468 STARTING AND OPERATING • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into into the sidewall.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 469 EXAMPLE: R = Construction code – R means radial construction, or – D means diagonal or bias construction 15, 16, 18 = 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 –...
470 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Load Identification: Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire: • XL = Extra load (or reinforced) tire, or • LL = Light load tire or •...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 471 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)
472 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours.
STARTING AND OPERATING 473 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Example Tire Placard Location (B-Pillar) Example Tire Placard Location (Door)
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474 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle. 2. Total weight your vehicle can carry. 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 475 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- axles must not be exceeded. For further information on pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to XXX kg”...
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476 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
478 STARTING AND OPERATING • Tread Wear WARNING! • Ride Comfort Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading Safety can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the WARNING! recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them.
STARTING AND OPERATING 479 Fuel Economy WARNING! (Continued) Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance • Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob- resulting in higher fuel consumption. lems. You could lose control of your vehicle. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Tread Wear to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the Improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause abnor-...
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480 STARTING AND OPERATING At least once a month: mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the • Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire side- pocket-type pressure gauge.
STARTING AND OPERATING 481 Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) WARNING! during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pressure build up or your tire pressure will be too low. High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous.
482 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Repair Tire Types If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it All Season Tires — If Equipped meets the following criteria: All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (Spring, • The tire has not been driven on when flat. Summer, Fall and Winter).
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STARTING AND OPERATING 483 Summer tires do not contain the all season designation or Snow Tires mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires Summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may during the Winter.
484 STARTING AND OPERATING While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid See the tire pressure monitoring section for more infor- and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be mation. poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- Spare Tires —...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 485 equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equip- of your vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled rotation for your vehicle.
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486 STARTING AND OPERATING Full Size Spare — If Equipped your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. first opportunity. This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
STARTING AND OPERATING 487 Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or to help you in determining when your tires should be for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- replaced.
488 STARTING AND OPERATING • Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth higher, and Summer tires typically have a reduced becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm).
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STARTING AND OPERATING 489 wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu- It is recommended you contact your authorized tire facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva- dealer or original equipment dealer with any questions lent to the originals in size, quality and performance you may have on tire specifications or capability.
490 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) WARNING! (Continued) Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard capacity, other than what was originally equipped against damage.
STARTING AND OPERATING 491 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the tions on the method of installation, operating following precautions: speed, and conditions for use. Always use the •...
492 STARTING AND OPERATING type tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to main- tain mud, snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth, quiet ride. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. More frequent rotation is permis- sible if desired.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 493 NOTE: It is particularly important, for you to regularly the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will check the tire pressure in all of your tires and to maintain decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on the proper pressure.
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494 STARTING AND OPERATING cold tire placard pressure. Once the low tire pressure a temperature drop to 20°F (-7°C) will decrease the tire warning has been illuminated, the tire pressure must be pressure to approximately 24 psi (165 kPa). This tire increased to the recommended cold tire pressure in order pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn ON the Tire for the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light to be...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 495 NOTE: CAUTION! (Continued) • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care damage may result when using replacement equip- and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire ment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. failure or condition.
496 STARTING AND OPERATING • The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure using an accurate tire gauge, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light.
STARTING AND OPERATING 497 The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) consists of the value(s) with the low tire(s) displayed in a different color. following components: Refer to “Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Under- standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. •...
498 STARTING AND OPERATING Should a low tire condition occur on any of the four Service Tpm System Warning active road tire(s), you should stop as soon as possible, The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and inflate the low tire(s) that is in a different color on the and off for 75 seconds, and remain on solid when a graphic display to the vehicle’s recommended cold tire system fault is detected.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 499 1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to The DID will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM facilities emitting the same Radio Frequencies as the message for a minimum of five seconds when a system TPM sensors.
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500 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: There is no tire pressure monitoring sensor in the play dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value. Once you spare tire. The TPMS will not be able to monitor the tire repair or replace the original road tire, and reinstall it on pressure.
STARTING AND OPERATING 501 General Information FUEL REQUIREMENTS This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and 3.6L Engine — If Equipped RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This engine is designed to meet all emis- (1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
502 STARTING AND OPERATING Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard making a heavy knocking sound, see your dealer imme- starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experience these diately. Use of gasoline with an octane number lower symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before consid- than 87 can cause engine failure and may void or not be ering service for the vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 503 Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or not be covered under New Vehicle Limited Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Warranty. genates such as ethanol. E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles CAUTION! Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso- line containing up to 10% ethanol (E10).
504 STARTING AND OPERATING MMT In Gasoline conditions and they would result in additional cost. Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) fuel. is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline Fuel System Cautions blended with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without...
STARTING AND OPERATING 505 Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) or malfunctioning and may require immediate ser- WARNING! vice. Contact your authorized dealer for service Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. assistance. • The use of fuel additives, which are now being Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended.
506 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive yellow gas cap can operate on E-85. with all side windows fully open. Ethanol Fuel (E-85) FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) —...
STARTING AND OPERATING 507 Fuel Requirements NOTE: • Use seasonally adjusted E-85 fuel (ASTM D5798). With If your vehicle is E-85 compatible, it will operate on unleaded gasoline with any octane rating, or solely E-85 non-seasonally adjusted E-85 fuel, hard starting and fuel, or any mixture of these fuels.
508 STARTING AND OPERATING FCA US Material Standard MS-6395. It is recommended Cruising Range that engine oils that are API Certified and meet the Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter requirements of Material Standard MS-6395 be used. than gasoline, an increase in fuel consumption will be MS-6395 contains additional requirements, developed experienced.
STARTING AND OPERATING 509 Maintenance CAUTION! Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in your vehicle. It will cause difficulty in cold starting and may affect drivability. ADDING FUEL 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located under the headlamp switch).
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510 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. 4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel- ing.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 511 Emergency Gas Can Refueling CAUTION! • Most gas cans will not open the flapper door. To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top • A funnel is provided to open the flapper door to allow off”...
512 STARTING AND OPERATING Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel filler door emergency release. 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Push the inboard edge of the left storage bin to the center, this will pop up the outboard edge.
STARTING AND OPERATING 513 VEHICLE LOADING rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded. Certification Label Payload As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar.
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514 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Size values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents added. the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.
STARTING AND OPERATING 515 items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed TRAILER TOWING equally. Stow all loose items securely before driving. In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect with your vehicle.
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516 STARTING AND OPERATING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle WARNING! (Continued) Certification Label” in “Starting And Operating” for you use a standard weight-carrying hitch, you could further information. lose control of your vehicle and cause a collision. Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem-...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 517 Trailer Sway Control WARNING! The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping It is important that you do not exceed the maximum link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- can result if either rating is exceeded.
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518 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Distributing Hitch WARNING! A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used system may reduce handling, stability, braking for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the performance, and could result in a collision.
STARTING AND OPERATING 519 Trailer Hitch Classification The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max.
STARTING AND OPERATING 521 NOTE: Trailer Hitch Receiver Cover Removal — If Equipped • The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part Your vehicle may be equipped with a trailer hitch re- of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and ceiver cover, this must be removed to access the trailer should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire hitch receiver (if equipped).
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522 STARTING AND OPERATING Hitch Receiver Cover Retainers Hitch Receiver Cover To reinstall the cover after towing repeat the procedure in 1 — Hitch Receiver Cover reverse order. 2 — Locking Retainers NOTE: Be sure to engage all tabs of the hitch receiver 2.
STARTING AND OPERATING 523 Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% of the GTW on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer.
524 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 525 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
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526 STARTING AND OPERATING “Tires – General Information” in “Starting And Oper- WARNING! (Continued) ating” for proper tire inflation procedures. • Total weight must be distributed between the tow • Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- vehicle and the trailer such that the following four sures before trailer usage.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 527 Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes WARNING! • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake This could cause inadequate braking and possible system and cause it to fail.
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528 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances. Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety.
STARTING AND OPERATING 529 Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing.
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530 STARTING AND OPERATING • Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to AutoStick maximize fuel efficiency. • When using the AutoStick shift control, select the highest gear that allows for adequate performance and Cooling System avoids frequent downshifts. For example, choose “5” if To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- the desired speed can be maintained.
STARTING AND OPERATING 531 SNOW PLOW WARNING! Snow plows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment Do not add a snow plow, winches, or any other should not be added to the front end of your vehicle. The aftermarket equipment to the front of your vehicle. airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the This could adversely affect the functioning of the front end structure.
532 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condi- Wheels Rear- All-Wheel Drive Models All-Wheel Drive Models With tion OFF the Wheel With Single-Speed Transfer Two-Speed Transfer Case Ground Drive Case Models •...
STARTING AND OPERATING 533 NOTE: When recreational towing your vehicle, always 4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. follow applicable state and provincial laws. Contact state 5. Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, following and provincial Highway Safety offices for additional the dolly manufacturer’s instructions.
534 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or CAUTION! vehicle trailer provided all four wheels are OFF the • DO NOT dolly tow any AWD vehicle. Towing with ground. only one set of wheels on the ground (front or rear) CAUTION! will cause severe transmission and/or transfer case damage.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 535 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) transfer case damage. Damage from improper tow- to roll, even if the transmission is in PARK. The ing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited parking brake should always be applied when the Warranty.
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536 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 4. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, press and hold the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL (N) button (lo- cated by the selector switch) for four seconds. The light behind the N symbol will blink, indicating shift in progress.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 537 8. Shift the transmission back into NEUTRAL. 12. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle using a suitable tow bar. 9. Firmly apply the parking brake. 13. Release the parking brake. 10. With the transmission and transfer case in NEU- TRAL, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP NOTE: button until the engine turns off.
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538 STARTING AND OPERATING • A flashing NEUTRAL (N) position indicator light indicates that shift requirements have not been met. Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it con- nected to the tow vehicle.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 539 9. Shift the transmission into PARK and turn the engine NOTE: OFF. • Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met 10. Release the brake pedal. before pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must continue to be met until the shift has been completed.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Preparations For Jacking ....551 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...543 ▫...
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542 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ▫ Rear Wheel Drive Models ....575 MANUAL PARK RELEASE ....569 ▫...
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 543 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 switch bank just above the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
544 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat WARNING! from the engine cooling system. You or others can be badly burned by hot engine CAUTION! coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, Driving with a hot cooling system could damage do not open the hood until the radiator has had time...
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 545 Torque Specifications Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/ Lug Nut/ Bolt Size Bolt Socket Size 130 Ft-Lbs (176 N·m) M14 x 1.50 22 mm **Use only your Authorized Dealer recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening.
546 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 547 WARNING! (Continued) lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas. Jack Location The scissor-type jack and tire changing tools are located in rear cargo area, below the load floor.
548 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES center-rear of the cargo floor area, just inside the liftgate opening. Thumb Screw Location Spare Tire Stowage Spare Tire Location The spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mechanism. To remove or stow the spare, use the jack handle/lug wrench connected to the square socket extension to rotate the “spare tire drive”...
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 549 CAUTION! Do not use power tools to winch the tire up or down. Impact type tools can damage the winch mechanism. Spare Tire Removal 1. Remove the jack tools from the bag. 2. Raise the rubber mat and remove the plug from storage compartment floor.
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550 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Slide the tire out from under the vehicle and rotate it 5. Spread the retaining tabs on the plastic plate and pull vertically behind the rear bumper. the metal stamping toward you to release it from the plastic plate.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 551 6. Slide the metal stamping up the steel extension tube and winch cable. Rotate the metal stamping and push it through the hole in the plastic plate and wheel. Releasing Protective Plate Preparations For Jacking 1.
552 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle WARNING! when the vehicle is being jacked. Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the Jacking Instructions vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack WARNING! or changing the wheel.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 553 WARNING! (Continued) • Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a jack. • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If Jack Warning Label you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a CAUTION!
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554 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by lift point symbol on the sill molding. Do not raise the turning them to the left, one turn, while the wheel is vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged. still on the ground.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 555 Front Jack Location Lift Point On Sill Molding 4. For a rear tire, place the jack in the slot on the rear tie-down bracket, just forward of the rear tire (as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding).
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556 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts and wheel. 7.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 557 8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw counter- clockwise, and remove the jack and wheel blocks. 9. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage.
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558 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 11. Insert the two long tubes on the plastic protective plate in the lug holes of the road wheel. Push the end of the winch’s cable, spring, steel sleeve and stamped cone shape wheel plate though the road wheel and protective plate.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 559 12. Slide the road wheel on the ground using the protec- NOTE: Double check to ensure the tire is snug against the tive plate until it is directly under the winch and underbody of the vehicle. Damage to the winch cable between the rear bumper and exhaust system heat may result if the vehicle is driven with the tire loose.
560 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 14. Reinstall the plastic plug into the floor of the cargo Road Tire Installation area. Roll up and store the Jack, Tool Kit and Tire 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. Changing Instructions. Reinstall the cover for the jack in the rear storage bin.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 561 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly seated against the wheel. CAP-LESS FUEL FILL FUNNEL The funnel for the Cap-Less Fuel System is located with the jack and tire changing tools.
562 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING CAUTION! If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in other booster source with a system voltage greater another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,...
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 563 WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact.
564 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- Jump-Starting Procedure cal accessories. WARNING! 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery post. Pull upward on the cover to remove Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 565 Connecting The Jumper Cables WARNING! (Continued) 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the could result in personal injury. Only use the specific remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. ground point, do not use any other exposed metal parts.
566 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable CAUTION! (Continued) from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to 4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from cable from the remote positive (+) post of the dis- starting.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 567 Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that WARNING! will maintain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or racing the engine. Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or NOTE: Push the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic even failure, of the axle and tires.
568 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast • Do not use a chain for freeing a stuck vehicle. may lead to transmission overheating and failure. Chains may break, causing serious injury or death. It can also damage the tires.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 569 MANUAL PARK RELEASE 2. Open the center console and locate the Manual Park Release cover, remove it by snapping the cover away WARNING! from the console hinges. Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the parking brake, before activating the Manual Park Release.
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570 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, push the metal 4. While the metal latch is in the open position, simulta- latch in towards the tether strap. neously pull upwards on the tether strap until the lever clicks and latches in the released position.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 571 CAUTION! Closing the armrest while the Manual Park Release is activated may damage the Manual Park Release mechanism, the transmission, and/or the armrest. NOTE: To prevent the vehicle from rolling unintention- ally, firmly apply the parking brake. To Disengage the Manual Park Release Lever: 1.
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572 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Once the tension has been released and the lever has been unlocked be sure it is stowed properly and locks into position. Stowed Position NOTE: Be sure to replace the cover by snapping it back in place.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 573 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. If the trans- mission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing”...
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574 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Towing Wheels OFF the Rear-Wheel Drive All-Wheel Drive All-Wheel Drive Models With Single- Models With Two- Condition Ground Models Speed Transfer Case Speed Transfer Case Wheel Lift Front If Transmission Is NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Operable: or Dolly •...
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 575 If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) Rear Wheel Drive Models while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with position, not the ACC position. all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
576 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES miles (48 km), tow with the rear wheels OFF the ground. wheels on the ground), IF the transfer case is in NEU- Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed, TRAL and the transmission is in PARK. Refer to “Recre- or with the front wheels raised and the rear wheels on a ational Towing”...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 581 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
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582 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when 2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is position, you will see the Malfunction Indicator Light ready for testing.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 583 recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, DEALER SERVICE you may need to do nothing more than drive your Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service system to update.
584 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! (Continued) The pages that follow contain the required maintenance • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids services determined by the engineers who designed your that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 585 The best time to check the engine oil level is about five Change Engine Oil minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
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586 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine Identification Symbol MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to FCA US Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®, Shell This symbol means that the oil has Helix®...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 587 Engine Oil Viscosity — 5.7L Engine Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifi- cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent such as should not be used. Pennzoil®...
588 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Filter WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can at every engine oil change. provide a measure of protection in the case of engine Engine Oil Filter Selection backfire.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 589 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- clamps to touch each other. tenance required.
590 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables be- approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- fore connecting the charger to the battery.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 591 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling HFO 1234yf CAUTION! — If Equipped Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning HFO 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydro- system as the chemicals can damage your air condi- fluoolefine HFO that is endorsed by the Environmental tioning components.
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592 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not remove the A/C air filter while the ignition is in the ON/RUN position or personal injury may result. • Do not remove the A/C air filter while the blower is operating or personal injury may result. The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove compartment.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 593 2. There are glove compartment travel stops on both sides of the glove compartment door, partially close the glove compartment door and push inward to release the glove compartment travel stop on one side and repeat this procedure for the opposite side. 3.
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594 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE pulling the door outward. Unhinge the filter cover on 6. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of the right side to fully remove the cover. the housing. 7. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter pointing toward the floor.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 595 9. Push the door to the near closed position to reengage The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a the glove compartment travel stops. year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR® NOTE: Ensure the glove compartment door hinges and Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
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596 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend- ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor performance of blades may be present with chattering, marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces- sary.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 597 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press blade holder.
598 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system; clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance. or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle; To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged;...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 599 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. information. • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park In the event of engine malfunction, particularly involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of over materials that can burn.
600 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic against you. testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 601 system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) by an NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant authorized dealer. Check the front of the A/C condenser properly.
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602 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- may plug the radiator. gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine •...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 603 Please review these recommendations for using Organic Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where MS.90032.
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604 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System Pressure Cap WARNING! (Continued) The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant specified for your vehicle.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 605 engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine coolant Points To Remember (antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the ranges NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ indicated on the bottle. kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is from the front of the engine compartment.
606 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) required, the cooling system should be pressure tested performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis- for leaks. sions. • Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a Brake System minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to In order to assure brake system performance, all brake...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 607 Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder WARNING! The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake when performing under the hood service, or immedi- fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine ately if the brake system warning lamp indicates system Parts”...
608 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE inspected. If gear oil leakage is suspected inspect the WARNING! (Continued) fluid level. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro- Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa- longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 609 The rear axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to level. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m). “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. Adding Fluid CAUTION! Add fluid at the filler hole, until it runs out of the hole, Do not overtighten the plugs as it could damage them...
610 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection Of Lubricant CAUTION! Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintain- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration ing Your Vehicle” for further information. in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter Automatic Transmission shudder.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 611 with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis- CAUTION! sion damage. Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as CAUTION! the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- nents. Such damage is not covered by the New If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- Vehicle Limited Warranty.
612 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 613 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- Special Care lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR® Super Kleen Bug • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and Tar Remover to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
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614 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor or de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well Black Satin Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, packaged and sealed.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 615 Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Interior Care Equipped Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- carpeting. ner: Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. •...
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616 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton Many are potentially flammable, and if used in based cleaning products to clean leather seats, as closed areas they may cause respiratory harm. damage to the seat may result.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 617 Glass Surfaces 1. Clean with a wet soft cloth. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a with MOPAR®...
618 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) with another fuse of higher amp rating. Never A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system material.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 619 Power Distribution Center The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains car- tridge fuses, micro fuses, relays, and circuit breakers. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 621 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink – Anti-lock Brakes/Stability Control Module/ Valves 20 Amp Blue – Trailer Tow Backup Lights - If Equipped 20 Amp Blue – Trailer Tow Parking Lights - If Equipped 30 Amp Pink –...
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622 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Diagnostic Port – 10 Amp Red Tire Pressure Monitor - If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Integrated Central Stack / Climate Control – 20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension Control Module - If Equipped –...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 623 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Transmission Control Module/PM Sensor (Diesel engine only) – 10 Amp Red Air Conditioning Clutch – 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Coils (Gas), Urea Heater (Diesel) – 25 Amp Clear Fuel Injectors / Powertrain –...
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624 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Anti-lock Brakes/Electronic Stability Control – 10 Amp Red Drivetrain Control Module/Front Axle Dis- connect Module – 10 Amp Red Engine Control Module / Electric Power Steering - If Equipped –...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 625 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Air Suspension – If Equipped / Trailer Tow / Steering Column Control Module – 15 Amp Blue Instrument Panel Cluster F90/F91 – 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet (Rear seats) Selectable –...
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626 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description F100 – 10 Amp Red Active Damping - If Equipped F101 – 15 Amp Blue Electrochromatic Mirror/Smart High Beams - If Equipped F103 – 10 Amp Red Cabin Heater (Diesel Engine Only)/Rear HVAC F104 –...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 627 • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of VEHICLE STORAGE service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes days you may want to take steps to protect your battery.
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628 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Bulb Number Instrument Cluster (General Illumination) Telltale/Hazard Lamp Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Xenon) Headlamps D3S (Service at Authorized Dealer) Low Beam/High Beam/Daytime Running Lamp HIR2LL (DRL) Bi-Halogen Headlamps (Base) Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Halogen) Headlamps HIR2LL (Uplevel) Front Park/Turn Signal Lamps (Base)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 629 Bulb Number Front Fog Lamps Rear Tail Lamps/Sidemarker Lamps LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Rear Stop/Turn Signal Lamps LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Rear Liftgate Tail Lamps LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Rear Backup Lamps 921 (W16W) Rear License Lamps LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
630 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Turn the access cap located on the wheel liner coun- WARNING! terclockwise to remove from liner. A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of 3. Locate the headlamp bulb access cap through the High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps when the opening in the wheel liner.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 631 9. Install the access cap in the wheel liner and rotate CAUTION! clockwise to lock it in place. Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil CAUTION! contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers.
632 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Back-up lamps are now visible. Rotate socket(s) coun- CAUTION! ter clockwise. • Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil 4. Remove/replace bulb(s). contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If 5. Reinstall the socket(s) the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.
634 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) meeting the require- ments of FCA Material Standard MS.90032. Engine Oil –...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 635 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use a MOPAR® Engine Oil Filter. Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs. Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine 87 Octane. Fuel Selection – 5.7L Engine 89 Octane Recommended –...
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636 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 637 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Use only Mopar® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Transfer Case –...
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640 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change whichever comes first. indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for Severe Duty All Models scheduled maintenance.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 641 Required Maintenance Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for required maintenance. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter. • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
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642 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your ve- hicle for police, taxi, fleet, off- road or frequent trailer towing.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 643 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Inspect transfer case fluid. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace the air conditioning filter. Replace spark plugs.** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
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644 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .647 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
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646 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .653 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....653 ▫...
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 647 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
648 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized FCA US LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 649 In Mexico Contact Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Sante Fe C.P.
650 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service WARNING! contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only), manufacturer’s service contract.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 651 MOPAR® PARTS campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized MOPAR® fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are dealer, and the manufacturer. available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety operating at its best.
652 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Diagnostic Procedure Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix cepted.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 653 Call toll free at: Treadwear • 1-800-890-4038 (U.S.) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...
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654 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor- passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal mance. Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory WARNING! test wheel, than the minimum required by law.
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INDEX 675 Warnings And Cautions ..... .8 Windows ....... .41 Warranty Information .
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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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FCA US LLC 15WD01-126-AE Fifth Edition Printed in U.S.A. 15WD01-126-AD Fourth Edition Printed in U.S.A.
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