Page 1 Challenger 2 0 1 6 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L SRT/Hellcat...
Page 2 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.
Page 3: Introduction 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. . . 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC nicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman- your satisfaction.
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Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 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. If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important information.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ To Arm The System ....19 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...25 TRUNK SAFETY WARNING....41 ▫...
Page 13: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The ▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Vehicle ......94 Outside The Vehicle .
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS NOTE: In case the ignition does not change with the push of a button, the RKE transmitter (Key Fob) may Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system have a low or dead battery.
Page 15: Srt Key Fobs
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 SRT Key Fobs NOTE: SRT vehicles equipped with the 6.2L Super- charged engine comes with three key fobs (two red and one black) that allow for different engine power levels. Please refer to the Drive Modes in the “Uconnect Settings”...
Page 16 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch on the back of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand. Emergency Key Removal NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency key into the lock cylinders with either side up.
Page 17: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Ignition Or Accessory On Message WARNING! When opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in • When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the ACC or ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to keyless ignition node is in the “OFF”...
Page 18: Sentry Key
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SENTRY KEY WARNING! (Continued) The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthor- A child could operate power windows, other con- ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The trols, or move the vehicle. system does not need to be armed or activated.
Page 19: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. In CAUTION! (Continued) addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check, • The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat- it indicates that someone used an invalid Key Fob to start ible with some aftermarket remote starting sys- the engine.
Page 20: Customer Key Programming
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information CAUTION! The following regulatory statement applies to all radio • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and •...
Page 21: Vehicle Security Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM To Arm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: and trunk for unauthorized entry and the ignition switch 1.
Page 22: To Disarm The System
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE same exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go in NOTE: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for • The driver’s door key cylinder and the Trunk button further information). on the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the •...
Page 23: Security System Manual Override
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the becomes disconnected, the Vehicle Security Alarm will outside mirrors — if equipped. Refer to “Mirrors” in remain armed when the battery is reconnected;...
Page 24: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from dis- tances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held Key Fob with RKE transmitter.
Page 25: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to Headlight Illumination On Approach “Keyless Enter-N-Go” under “Things To Know Before This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter.
Page 26: To Unlatch The Trunk
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE turned on or turned off. To change the current setting, The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your you turn it off by either pushing the PANIC button a Instrument Panel”...
Page 27: Transmitter Battery Replacement
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Transmitter Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery. NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate • Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board.
Page 28: General Information
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE clip, located on the back cover. Avoid touching the 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, reposition and secure the screw as shown in step #2 for removal.
Page 29: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved NOTE: by the party responsible for compliance could void the • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic user’s authority to operate the equipment. transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • RKE PANIC button not pushed Remote Start Abort Message • System not disabled from previous remote start event The following messages will display in the instrument cluster if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote •...
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 programmed). Then, the engine will start and the vehicle To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The will remain in the Remote Start mode for a 15-minute Vehicle cycle. Push and release the REMOTE START button one time or allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.
Page 32: Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter- DOOR LOCKS N-Go feature, the message “Remote start active - Push Manual Door Locks start button” will display in the Driver Information To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door Display (DID) until you push the START button.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 If the door lock knob is down when you shut the door, WARNING! (Continued) the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the Key Fob is • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with not inside the vehicle before closing the door.
Page 34: Power Door Locks
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the Keyless Enter-N-Go (Passive Entry) system. Refer to The power door lock switch is located on each door trim “Keyless Enter-N-Go” in “Things To Know Before Start- panel.
Page 35: Keyless Enter-N-Go
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit NOTE: Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature in accordance with local laws. The doors will unlock automatically if: KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO 1. The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is en- abled.
Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entry door handle and no door goes ajar within 60 seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and if equipped will arm the security alarm. To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: With a Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver door handle, grab the front driver door handle to unlock the driver’s door automatically.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 To Unlock From The Passenger Side: FOBIK-Safe only executes in vehicles with passive entry. There are three situations that trigger a FOBIK-Safe With a Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) search in any passive entry vehicle.
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The vehicle will only unlock the doors when a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter is detected inside the vehicle, and no valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter is detected outside the vehicle. The vehicle will not unlock the doors when any of the following conditions are true: •...
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors: Do NOT grab the door handle, when pushing the door handle button. This could unlock the door(s). With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles, push the door handle LOCK button to lock both doors.
Page 40: Windows
38 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.
Page 41: Auto-Down Feature - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE: WARNING! • The Key Off Power Delay feature will allow the power Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do windows to operate for up to 10 minutes after the not let children play with power windows.
Page 42: Trunk Lock And Release
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To open the window part way, push the window switch NOTE: The transmission must be in PARK before the to the first detent and release it when you want the button will operate. If equipped with a manual transmis- window to stop.
Page 43: Trunk Safety Warning
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position, the TRUNK SAFETY WARNING Trunk Open symbol will display in the instrument cluster indicating that the trunk is open. The odometer display WARNING! will reappear once the trunk is closed. Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, With the ignition switch in the OFF position or the key either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or...
Page 44: Trunk Emergency Release
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Re- Some of the most important safety features in your lease lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In vehicle are the restraint systems: the event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, •...
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 2. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing 6. All occupants should always wear their lap and child restraint) must ride in the front passenger seat, shoulder belts properly.
Page 46: Seat Belt Systems
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the WARNING! inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of be belted at all times. an air bag.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 position the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and Change Of Status remain on until both outboard front seat belts are buckled. If the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) when an outboard front passenger seat is unoccupied.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE BeltAlert can be activated or deactivated by your autho- will lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the rized dealer. FCA US LLC does not recommend deacti- vehicle or being thrown out of the vehicle. vating BeltAlert.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or • Two people should never be belted into a single outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in seat belt.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • A seat belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect will not protect you properly. The lap portion could you from injury during a collision.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front 3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch seat, and next to your arm in the rear seat (for vehicles plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug seat belt reduces 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. the risk of sliding under the seat belt in a collision. The seat belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the WARNING! folded webbing and the seat belt is no longer twisted. • ONLY use a Seat Belt Extender if it is physically Seat Belt Extender required in order to properly fit the original seat If a seat belt is not long enough to fit properly, even when...
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Position the lap belt snug and low below the abdomen and across the strong bones of the hips. Place the shoulder belt across the chest and away from the neck. Never place the shoulder belt behind the back or under the arm .
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- straint Controller (ORC). Like the air bags, the preten- sioners are single use items. A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately. Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a seat belt system with an Energy Man- agement feature in the front seating positions that may...
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE only the amount of webbing necessary to comfortably WARNING! (Continued) wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the latch • Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle plate into the buckle until you hear a click. with a rear seat.
Page 57: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) WARNING! Air Bag System Components • The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) fea- system components: ture or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the proce-...
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Seat Belt Buckle Switch • Seat Track Position Sensors Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as WARNING! determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument which may receive information from the front impact sensors or other system components.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Air Bag Operation WARNING! Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi- • No objects should be placed over or near the air tional protection by supplementing the seat belts. Ad- bag on the instrument panel or steering wheel, vanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk because any such objects could cause harm if the...
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli- Knee Impact Bolsters sions, and also are needed to help keep you in position, The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the away from an inflating air bag.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Air Bags Your vehicle is equipped with two types of side air bags: 1. Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs): Located in the outboard side of the front seats. The SABs are marked with a “SRS AIRBAG”...
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on the outboard side of the seatback’s trim cover. The inflating SAB de- ploys 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 occupants if they are not seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the SAB inflates.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The SABICs deploy downward, covering the side win- WARNING! dows. An inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right trim out of the way and covers the window. The SABICs inflate with enough force to injure occupants if they are Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 The SABICs and SABs (“Side Air Bags”) are designed to help keep you in position, away from inflating Side Air activate in certain side impacts and certain rollover Bags. To get the best protection from the Side Air Bags, events.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side collisions, WARNING! (Continued) including some collisions at certain angles, or some side properly. In some collisions, Side Air Bags won’t collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger deploy at all.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 faster-developing event may deploy the seat belt preten- deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to fric- sioners as well as the Side Air Bags on both sides of the tion rope burns or those you might get sliding along a vehicle.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- Enhanced Accident Response System ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air In the event of an impact, if the communication network bags will not be in place to protect you.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Enhanced Accident Response System Reset The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of Procedure the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or ON/RUN position. If the ignition switch is in In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System the OFF position or in the ACC position, the air bag functions after an event, the ignition switch must be...
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illuminate NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine the instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunc- related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint tion is detected that could affect the air bag system.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Redundant Air Bag Warning Light Maintaining Your Air Bag System If a fault with the Air Bag Warning Light is WARNING! detected, which could affect the Supplemental Restraint System (“SRS”), the Redundant Air •...
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Event Data Recorder (EDR) WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in system.
Page 73: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 These data can help provide a better understanding of Child Restraints the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times, including babies and children. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has WARNING! a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. You should also make sure that you can install In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a it in the vehicle where you will use it.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the height or weight limits of their...
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they an air bag.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for WARNING! (Continued) as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height directions exactly when installing an infant or allowed by the child seat. child restraint.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large For Booster Seats 5. Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor...
Page 80 78 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.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 82 80 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 the weight of the child restraint) for using the combined weight of the child and the child LATCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the The child seat may touch the back of the back of the front passenger seat? front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact. See your child restraint owner’s manual for more in- formation.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating Tether Anchorages LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. There are tether strap anchorages behind each Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower rear seating position located in the panel be- anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the tween the rear seatback and the rear window.
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 1. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the WARNING! tether strap of the child seat so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more anchorages.
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to the child restraint using the LATCH system, buckle the seat top tether anchorage. See the section “Installing Child belt behind the child restraint and out of the child’s reach. Restraints Using the Top Tether Anchorage”...
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child WARNING! (Continued) Restraints in this Vehicle child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts, harnesses, or for attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle. Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are...
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s weight + Weight limit of the Always use the tether anchor when using weight of the child restraint) for using the Child Restraint the seat belt to install a forward facing Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a child restraint, up to the recommended forward facing child restraint?
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE strap. See the section “Installing Child Restraints WARNING! (Continued) Using the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to tether strap of a rear-facing car seat to the tether attach a tether anchor. anchorage that is approved for that seating position, 9.
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 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.
Page 92: Transporting Pets
90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child Transporting Pets restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly WARNING! injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision.
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 • Avoid aggressive braking. It is recommended for the operator to observe the following driving behaviors during the new vehicle • Drive with the engine speed less than 5,000 RPM. break-in period: •...
Page 94: Safety Tips
92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Check engine oil with every refueling and add if WARNING! (Continued) necessary. Oil and fuel consumption may be higher • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, through the first oil change interval. Running the engine inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into WARNING! (Continued) the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), system. follow these safety tips: Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust •...
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Air Bag Warning Light Vehicle The light should come on and remain on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the Seat Belts ignition switch is first turned ON.
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Floor Mat Safety Information WARNING! (Continued) Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your • Never place or install floor mats or other floor vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they secured to prevent them from moving and interfer-...
Page 98: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lights WARNING! (Continued) Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and • If required, mounting posts must be properly in- exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn stalled, if not equipped from the factory. signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or panel.
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS MIRRORS ......103 BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF EQUIPPED.
Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Manual Front Seatback Recline ...129 ▫ Lights-On Reminder ....141 ▫...
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 ▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available With ▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ....155 Automatic Headlights Only) ... . .148 ▫...
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Overtake Aid ......170 PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED .
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 ▫ Sunglasses Storage ....196 ▫ Closing Sunroof — Express....206 ▫...
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Glove Compartment ....214 REAR WINDOW FEATURES ....216 ▫...
Page 105: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you.
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ASSIST Call WARNING! The ASSIST Button is used to automatically connect you ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the to any one of the following support centers: road. Some Uconnect Access services, including 9-1-1 •...
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 9-1-1 Call 3. Once a connection between the vehicle and a 9-1-1 operator is made, the 9-1-1 Call system may transmit 1. Push the 9-1-1 Call button on the Rearview Mirror. the following important vehicle information to a 9-1-1 NOTE: In case the 9-1-1 Call button is pushed in error, operator: there will be a 10 second delay before the 9-1-1 Call...
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • Your vehicle may be transmitting data as authorized • If anyone in the vehicle could be in danger (e.g., by the subscriber. fire or smoke is visible, dangerous road conditions •...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 9-1-1 Call System Limitations WARNING! (Continued) Vehicles sold in Canada and Mexico DO NOT have 9-1-1 electrical equipment to the vehicle’s electrical sys- Call system capabilities. tem. This may prevent your vehicle from sending a signal to initiate an emergency call.
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The vehicle’s electrical systems are not intact. WARNING! • The 9-1-1 Call system software and/or hardware are • Ignoring the Rearview Mirror light could mean you damaged during a crash. will not have 9-1-1 Call services. If the Rearview •...
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 General Information WARNING! This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Opera- ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the tion is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This road.
Page 112: Outside Mirrors
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Outside Mirrors Folding Feature To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) The mirrors are equipped with a rotational hinge. The to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight mirrors have one detent (clockwise) towards the rear of overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
Page 113: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Power Mirrors The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a The power mirror controls are located on the driver-side mirror, push either the L (left) or R (right) to select the door trim panel.
Page 114: Vanity Mirrors
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vanity Mirrors A vanity mirror is located on the sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the mirror cover upward. Illuminated Vanity Mirrors An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the mirror cover upward.
Page 115: Slide-On-Rod" And Extender Features Of Sun Visor
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of Sun Visor To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature of the sun visor, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the sun visor so it is parallel to the side window, grabbing the sun visor with your left hand pull rearwards until the sun visor is in the desired position.
Page 116: Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm) - If Equipped
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF EQUIPPED The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to detect highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the rear/front/side of the vehicle.
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Automatic Transmission Vehicles The BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in any forward gear or REVERSE and enters stand-by mode when the vehicle is in PARK. Manual Transmission Vehicles The BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in any gear and enters stand-by mode when the Park Brake is engaged, the vehicle is not in REVERSE, and the vehicle is stationary.
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE vehicle speed reaches approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or The area on the rear fascia where the radar sensors are higher and will alert the driver of vehicles in these areas. located must remain free of snow, ice, and dirt/road contamination so that the BSM system can function NOTE: properly.
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Entering From The Side Entering From The Rear Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side of the vehicle. side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed of less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning light will be illuminated.
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in berms, etc.
Page 122: Rear Cross Path - If Equipped
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones. The BSM system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the system will not be able to alert the driver. When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE, the driver is alerted using both the visual and audible alarms, including reducing the radio volume.
Page 124: Modes Of Operation
122 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.
Page 125: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 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.
Page 126: Power Seats
124 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.
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down Push the switch rearward to decrease the lumbar sup- port. Pushing upward or downward on the switch will The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull raise and lower the position of the support.
Page 128: Front Heated Seats - If Equipped
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Do not place any article under a power seat or Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to control which could cause a collision and serious the seat controls.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 If the HI-level setting is selected, the system will auto- WARNING! matically switch to LO-level after approximately 60 min- • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin utes of continuous operation. At that time, the display will change from HI to LO, indicating the change.
Page 130: Front Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped NOTE: The engine must be running for the ventilated seats to operate. Located in the seat cushion and seat back are fans that draw the air from the passenger compartment and move Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start air through fine perforations in the seat cover to help On models that are equipped with remote start, the...
Page 131: Manual Front Seatback Recline
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Page 132: Passenger Seat Easy Entry
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Passenger Seat Easy Entry On the passenger seat, pull forward on the lever located on the side of the seatback in order to dump the seatback and slide the seat forward. You can also temporarily remove the seat belt from the guide loop on the seat and allow the seat belt to retract out of the way.
Page 133: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Head Restraints Reactive Head Restraints — Front Seats Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with by restricting head movement in the event of a rear Reactive Head Restraints (RHR).
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the adjust- ment button located at the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint. To remove the head restraint, remove the seat belt from the seat belt loop.
Page 135: Folding Rear Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Folding Rear Seat WARNING! The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an • A loose head restraint thrown forward in a colli- additional storage area. Pull on the loops located on the sion or hard stop could cause serious injury or upper part of the rear seatback to fold down either or death to occupants of the vehicle.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 sta- bility for child seats and/or passengers. An improp- erly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Page 137: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle, the safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood. Two latches must be released to open the hood. 1.
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Push the safety catch to the left. CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- mately 6 inches (15 cm), and then drop it. This should secure both latches.
Page 139: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instru- ment panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, and interior lights.
Page 140: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped is set to ON. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by This system automatically turns the headlights on or off this feature.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 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 System.
Page 142: Headlight Time Delay
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate If you turn the headlights, park lights or ignition switch ON again, the system will cancel the delay. 1. Pull the multifunction lever toward you (or rearward If you turn the headlights off before the ignition, they will in vehicle) to manually deactivate the system (normal turn off in the normal manner.
Page 143: Lights-On Reminder
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 NOTE: If allowed by law in the country in which the vehicle was purchased the Daytime Running Lights can be turned on and off using the Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 144: Turn Signals
142 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.
Page 145: Map/Reading Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead console. Each light is turned on by pressing the lens. Press the lens a second time to turn off the light. These lights also turn on when a door is opened, or when the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is...
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE open. This includes the glove box light and the trunk light. To restore interior light operation, either place the ignition in the ON/RUN position or cycle the light switch. Dimmer Controls The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and is located on the left side of the instrument panel.
Page 147: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Interior Light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the left dimmer control to the extreme bottom “OFF” position. The interior lights will remain off when the doors are open. Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Rotate the instrument panel dimmer control upward to the first detent.
Page 148: Intermittent Wiper System
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the wind- shield wipers may result if the wiper switch is left in any position other than off. Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be-...
Page 149: Mist Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Mist Feature several wipe cycles after releasing the multifunction lever and then resume the intermittent interval previously Rotate the end of the lever downward to the Mist selected. position to activate a single wipe cycle to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle.
Page 150: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights On With Wipers (Available With The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be turned on Automatic Headlights Only) and off using the Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on further information.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 wiper sensitivity. Setting 4 can be used if the driver operate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed desires more sensitivity. Place the wiper switch in the is greater than 0 mph (0 km/h), or the outside tem- OFF position when not using the system.
Page 152: Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping lever is located below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column.
Page 153: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
Page 154: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The heated steering wheel control button is located WARNING! within the Uconnect system. You can gain access to the control button through the climate screen or the controls Do not adjust the steering column while driving. screen.
Page 155: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the WARNING! right side of the steering wheel. • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion, or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the steering wheel heater.
Page 156: To Activate
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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.
Page 157: To Deactivate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 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-...
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released, then continue to decrease until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established.
Page 159: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 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.
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode is for cruis- ACC will allow you to keep cruise control engaged in light to moderate traffic conditions without the constant ing at a constant preset speed. For additional informa- need to reset your cruise control.
Page 161: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Does not always fully recognize complex driving to be attentive of road, traffic, and weather condi- conditions, which can result in wrong or missing tions, vehicle speed, distance to the vehicle ahead; distance warnings.
Page 162: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifications to the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward Collision Warning System. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) You can only engage ACC if the vehicle speed is above 20 mph (32 km/h).
Page 163: To Activate/Deactivate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 NOTE: You cannot engage ACC under the following conditions: • When you apply the brakes. • When the parking brake is set. • When the automatic transmission is in PARK, RE- VERSE or NEUTRAL. •...
Page 164: To Set A Desired Acc Speed
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) want. You could lose control and have a collision. Always leave the system off when you are not using it. To Set A Desired ACC Speed When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the SET + button or the SET - button and release.
Page 165: To Cancel
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 • The system will not be controlling the distance be- • A Trailer Sway Control (TSC) event occurs. tween your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. The vehicle • The driver switches ESC to full-off mode. speed will only be determined by the position of the accelerator pedal.
Page 166: To Vary The Speed Setting
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen WARNING! speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h): The Resume function should only be used if traffic U.S. Speed (mph) and road conditions permit. Resuming a set speed •...
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to increase in 10 km/h increments until the continue to decrease in 5 mph increments until the button is released.
Page 168: Setting The Following Distance In Acc
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When you use the SET - button to decelerate, if the three bars (long), two bars (medium) and one bar (short). engine’s braking power does not slow the vehicle Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC sufficiently to reach the set speed, the brake system calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Distance Setting 3 Bars (Long) Distance Setting 2 Bars (Medium)
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To decrease the distance setting, press the Distance Setting — Decrease button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting decreases by one bar (shorter). If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the set speed.
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on ACC Activation). The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited; how- ever, the driver can always apply the brakes manually, if necessary. NOTE: The brake lights will illuminate whenever the ACC system applies the brakes.
Page 172: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Overtake Aid
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtake Aid Adaptive Cruise Control Ready When driving with ACC engaged and following a ve- When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed setting has hicle, the system will provide an additional acceleration not been selected, the display will read “Adaptive Cruise up to the ACC set speed to assist in passing the vehicle.
Page 173: Display Warnings And Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 • ACC Unavailable Warning The “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor” message can sometimes be displayed while driving in • The DID will return to the last display selected after highly reflective areas (i.e. tunnels with reflective tiles, or five seconds of no ACC display activity ice and snow).
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor- NOTE: tant to note the following maintenance items: • If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar • Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the Sensor”...
Page 175: Precautions While Driving With Acc
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 If this occurs, try activating ACC again later, following an ignition cycle. If the problem persists, see your autho- rized dealer. Precautions While Driving With ACC In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection issues.
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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.
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 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.
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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.
Page 179: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 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.
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Once a speed has been set a message (CRUISE CON- WARNING! TROL SET TO MPH/KM) will appear indicating what speed was set. This light will turn on when the electronic In the normal Cruise Control mode, the system will speed control is SET.
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 U.S. Speed (mph) To Decrease Speed • Pushing the SET + button once will result in a 1 mph When the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control is set, increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the you can decrease speed by pushing the SET - button.
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The braking temperature exceeds normal range (over- Metric Speed (km/h) heated). • Pushing the SET - button once will result in a 1 km/h decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the •...
Page 183: Forward Collision Warning (Fcw) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) — IF EQUIPPED Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Operation The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system provides the driver with audible warnings, visual warnings (within the DID), to warn the driver when it detects a potential frontal collision.
Page 184: Turning Fcw On Or Off
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • The minimum speed for FCW activation is 5 mph responsibility to avoid a collision by controlling the (10 km/h). vehicle via braking and steering. Failure to follow this warning could lead to serious injury or death. •...
Page 185: Changing Fcw Status
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the system Changing the FCW status to the “Near” setting, allows from warning you of a possible collision with the vehicle the system to warn you of a possible collision with the in front of you.
Page 186: Service Fcw Warning
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Service FCW Warning ParkSense will retain the last system state (enabled or disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is If the system turns off, and the DID displays: changed to the ON/RUN position. •...
Page 187: Parksense Warning Display
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 ParkSense Warning Display If an obstacle is detected in the center rear region, the display will show a single solid arc in the center rear The ParkSense Warning screen will only be displayed if region and will produce a one-half second tone.
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Single 1/2 Second Tone/Solid Arc Slow Tone/Solid Arc...
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 Fast Tone/Flashing Arc Continuous Tone/Flashing Arc The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater 79-59 in 59-47 in 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) than 79 in (200-150 cm) (150-120 (120-100 (100-65 (65-30 12 in (200 cm) (30 cm) Audible Alert None Single 1/2- Second...
Page 191: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 Enabling And Disabling ParkSense When the ParkSense system is disabled, the ParkSense can be enabled and disabled with the Drivers Information Display (DID) will display ParkSense switch, located on the switch panel below the the “PARKSENSE OFF”...
Page 192: Service The Parksense Rear Park Assist System
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System If “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SEN- SORS” appears in the Driver Information Display (DID), During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense Rear Park make sure the outer surface and the inside of the rear Assist System has detected a faulted condition, the fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt instrument cluster will actuate a single chime, once per...
Page 193: Parksense System Usage Precautions
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 • ParkSense will reduce the volume of the radio when it ParkSense System Usage Precautions is sounding an audio tone. NOTE: • Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking care not • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, to scratch or damage them.
Page 194: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable to Drivers must be careful when backing up even when recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles. using the Rear Park Assist system. Always check Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to check detected at all.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 in the touchscreen display along with a caution note to When the Vehicle is shifted out of Reverse (with camera “check entire surroundings” across the top of the screen. delay turned OFF) the rear camera mode is exited and the After five seconds this note will disappear.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The following table shows the approximate distances for each zone: Zone Distance to the rear of the vehicle 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm) Yellow 1 ft - 6.5 ft (30 cm - 2 m) Green 6.5 ft or greater (2 m or greater) WARNING!
Page 197: Overhead Console
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 NOTE: If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens. OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights and sunglass storage.
Page 198: Sunglasses Storage
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE These lights also turn on when a door is opened, when The HomeLink buttons that are located in the overhead the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) console designate the three different HomeLink channels. transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is The HomeLink indicator is located on the left side of the turned fully upward past the second detent.
Page 199: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 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.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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.
Page 201: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 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.
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To program the two remaining HomeLink buttons, 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT program while keeping the HomeLink indicator light erase the channels.
Page 203: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 Canadian/Gate Operator Programming 3. Continue to push and hold the HomeLink button, while you push and release (“cycle”) your hand-held For programming transmitters in Canada/United States transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink has that require the transmitter signals to “time-out”...
Page 204: Using Homelink
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: 2. Push and hold the desired HomeLink button until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- release the button. ming is complete and the garage door/device should activate when the HomeLink button is pushed.
Page 205: Security
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 • Did you unplug the device for programming and Security remember to plug it back in? It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn in your vehicle. If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at HomeLink.com To do this, push and hold the two outside buttons for 20 for information or assistance.
Page 206: General Information
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with required by Federal safety standards. This includes FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not ex- most garage door opener models manufactured pressly approved by the party responsible for compli- after 1982.
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 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, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
Page 208: Opening Sunroof - Express
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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.
Page 209: Venting Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 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.
Page 210: Ignition Off Operation
208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Off Operation the ignition is in the ON or ACC position, while the outlets labeled with a “battery” are connected directly to The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to the battery and powered at all times.
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Power Outlet — Integrated Center Stack Front Power Outlet — Center Console NOTE: All accessories connected to these powered out- lets should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge.
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. •...
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not touch with wet hands. battery even more quickly. Only use these intermit- • Close the lid when not in use and while driving the tently and with greater caution. •...
Page 214: Cupholders
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS Front Cupholders The front cupholders are located in the center console and in the door panels. Door Cupholder Front Cupholders...
Page 215: Rear Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 Rear Cupholders The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide convenient access to beverage cans or bottles while maintaining a resting place for the rear occupant’s el- bows.
Page 216: Storage
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Glove Compartment The glove compartment is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel. Opened Glove Compartment Glove Compartment...
Page 217: Console Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 Console Storage The center console has a storage compartment located underneath the armrest. The compartment contains a 12 Volt power outlet, and a molded-in coin holder (designed to hold various size coins). The center console may also be equipped with a Universal Consumer Interface (UCI).
Page 218: Rear Window Features
216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to The rear window defroster button is located on the heating elements: the climate control (Mode) knob. Press this button •...
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Life Reset ....255 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..220 ▫...
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Guidelines For Race Track Use Of Your SRT . . .286 ▫ Regulatory And Safety Information ..322 ▫ SRT Performance Pages ....289 CLIMATE CONTROLS .
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 ▫ Phone......340 ▫ Voice Texting (8.4A/8.4AN) ....349 ▫...
Page 222: Instrument Panel Features
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlets 5 — Keyless Start/Stop Button 2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — Trunk Release Button 3 — Glove Box 7 — Headlight Switch 4 — Media Center...
Page 223: Instrument Cluster - Srt
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — SRT Instrument Cluster For SRT 6.4L...
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Tachometer 4. Fuel Gauge • Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute • The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank (RPM x 1000). when the Keyless Push Button Ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads others could be badly burned by steam or boiling “H”...
Page 226: Instrument Cluster - Srt
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — SRT Instrument Cluster For SRT 6.2L Supercharged...
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 1. Tachometer 4. Fuel Gauge • Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute • The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank (RPM x 1000). when the Keyless Push Button Ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
Page 228: Warning And Indicator Lights
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS CAUTION! IMPORTANT: The warning / indicator light switches on Driving with a hot engine cooling system could in the instrument panel together with a dedicated mes- damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads sage and/or acoustic signal when applicable.
Page 229: Red Telltale Indicator Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Red Telltale Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check.
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Air Bag Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Air Bag Warning Light This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Brake Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system reservoir.
Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic (ABS) are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force system.
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped Red Telltale What It Means Light Vehicle Security Warning Light This light will flash at a fast rate for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle security alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly until the vehicle is disarmed.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Engine Temperature Warning Light Red Warning What It Means Light Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condition. As engine coolant temperatures rise and the gauge approaches H, this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 Charging System Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Charging System Warning Light This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. This light illuminates when the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s nonessential electrical devices or in- crease engine speed (if at idle).
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Oil Pressure Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the ve- hicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light turns Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a problem is detected while the engine is running, the light will either stay on or flash de- pending on the nature of the problem.
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Transmission Temperature Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Transmission Temperature Warning Light This light indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot. This may occur with severe usage. If this light turns on, safely pull over and stop them vehicle. Then, shift the trans- mission into NEUTRAL and run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Electric Power Steering Fail Warning — If Equipped Red Telltale What It Means Light Electric Power Steering Fail Warning This light is used to manage the electrical warning of the EPS (Power Steering System). Re- fer to “Power Steering”...
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trunk Open Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Trunk Open Warning Light This indicator will illuminate when the trunk is open and not fully closed.
Page 241: Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic System called OBD II that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON position before engine start.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! WARNING! Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal control system. It also could affect fuel economy and operating conditions.
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light The “ESC Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position.
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off. Low Washer Fluid Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light...
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Light The warning light switches on and a message is displayed to indicate that the tire pressure is lower than the recommended value and/or that slow pressure loss is occurring. In these cases, optimal tire duration and fuel consumption may not be guaranteed.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to those tires.
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- CAUTION! tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety The TPMS has been optimized for the original of reasons, including the installation of replacement or equipment tires and wheels.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the igni- tion switch is placed in the ON/RUN position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and service is required.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 Low Fuel Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Low Fuel Indicator Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal (11.0 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until fuel is added. Adaptive Cruise Control Alert Indicator Light —...
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Forward Collision Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Forward Collision Indicator Light This telltale will turn on warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you. Loose Fuel Filler Cap Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means...
Page 251: Green Telltale Indicator Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 Green Telltale Indicator Lights Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped Green Telltale What It Means Light Front Fog Indicator Light This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light Green Telltale What It Means Light...
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Turn Signal Indicator Lights Green Tell- What It Means tale Light Turn Signal Indicator Lights The instrument cluster arrow will flash independently for the LEFT or RIGHT turn signal as se- lected, as well as the exterior turn signal lamp(s) (front and rear) as selected when the multi- function lever is moved down (LEFT) or up (RIGHT).
Page 253: Blue Telltale Indicator Light
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 Electronic Speed Control Set Indicator Light Green Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Speed Control Set Indicator Light This light will turn on when the electronic speed control has been set. Blue Telltale Indicator Light High Beam Indicator Light Blue Telltale What It Means...
Page 254: White Telltale Indicator Light
252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL White Telltale Indicator Light Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator Light White Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator Light This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is ON.
Page 255: Driver Information Display (Did)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID) buttons located on the left side of the steering wheel. The DID Menu Items consists of the following: The Driver Information Display (DID) features an inter- • Speedometer active display which is located in the instrument cluster. •...
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The system allows the driver to select information by UP And DOWN Arrow Buttons: pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering Using the UP or DOWN arrows allows you to wheel: cycle through the Main Menu Items. Changes the Main Screen area and Menu Title area.
Page 257: Engine Oil Life Reset
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 • Main menu and submenu’s wrap for continuous • Pushing the LEFT arrow button will exit each sub- scrolling. menu layer and return to the main menu. • Upon returning to a main menu, the last submenu For the Trip and Fuel Economy menus (and new Perfor- screen viewed within that main menu will be dis- mance Timers):...
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Unless reset, this message will continue to display each NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you time you place the ignition in the ON/RUN position. To start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not turn off the message temporarily, push and release the reset.
Page 259: Performance Shift Indicator (Psi) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 2. Push and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll Performance Shift Indicator (PSI) – If Equipped downward through the main menu to “Vehicle Info.” The Performance Shift Indicator (PSI) is enabled on vehicles with manual transmission, or when a vehicle 3.
Page 260: Cruise Control
258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding DID Selectable Menu Items Your Instrument Panel” for further information on en- Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow buttons until abling, disabling, and configuring the Performance Shift the desired Selectable Menu item is displayed in the DID.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 Tire Pressure Monitor Performance Features — If Equipped Coolant Temp WARNING! Trans Temp Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor- Oil Temp mance Features is intended for off-highway or off- road use only and should not be done on any public Oil Pressure roadways.
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 1/4 Mile (400 meters) Timer The Performance Features include the following: – Best • 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) Timer – Last – Best – Current – Last – Reaction Timer – Current • Braking Distance –...
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 The following describes each feature and its operation: 0 to 100 mph (0 to 161 km/h) When selected, this screen displays the time it takes for 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) the vehicle to go from 0 to 100 mph (0 to 161 km/h) When selected, this screen displays the time it takes for within 20 seconds.
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The feature will “ready” when the vehicle is at 0 mph • To clear the vehicle’s best 1/4 mile (400 meters) run, (0 km/h). The word “READY” will flash when condi- push and hold the OK button for two seconds. tions are met for the event to begin.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 • Pushing and holding the OK button will clear the Lap Timer current and last run values. When selected, the Lap Timer page will show the timer always at 0:00.00 with the previous Best and Last time Current G-Force data (unless the driver has cleared it via hold to Reset).
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Each time the driver pushes OK for a Lap that current • Lap History page is a static display of lap times only. time populates, the Last time and also populates the Top Speed 1st (top) space on the Timer History page the current When selected, this screen displays the Top Speed since time resets to 0:00.0 at every push of the OK button.
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 Push the ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) ON/ The ACC screen may display once again if any ACC OFF button (located on the steering wheel) until one of activity occurs, which may include any of the following: the following displays in the DID: •...
Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Fuel Economy Trip Info Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Fuel Economy Menu item is highlighted in the DID. the Trip Menu item is highlighted in the DID (Toggle left or right to select Trip A or Trip B).
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 • Trip A Distance feature shows the number of stored warning messages. Pushing the RIGHT arrow button will allow you to see • Trip B Distance what the stored messages are. • None Screen Setup 2.
Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Outside Temp. 6. Fuel Gauge • Time • Standard (default) • Range to Empty • Detailed • Average L/100km (or MPG) 7. Defaults • Current L/100km (or MPG) • Ok • Trip A Distance •...
Page 271: Uconnect Settings
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 • Driver must push the OK button again to see the next Pcode otherwise current message remains displayed. • Driver exits when they cycle to another submenu (up or down). • Faults are displayed from newest to the oldest. •...
Page 272: Buttons On The Faceplate
270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons On The Faceplate Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect 8.4 Settings Buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect system in the center of the instrument panel. In addition, Press the “Apps ” button, then press the “Settings” there is a Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right button on the touchscreen to display the menu setting side.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 • Display Brightness With Headlights ON When making a selection, press the button on the touch- screen to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired When in this display, you may select the brightness with mode, press and release the preferred setting “option”...
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Theme • Touchscreen Beep When in this display, you may select the theme for the When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the sound display screen. Changing the theme will modify the heard when a touchscreen button (button on the touch- background image, highlight color, and button highlight screen) is pressed.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 • Navigation Turn-By-Turn In Cluster — If Equipped • Distance When this feature is selected, the turn-by-turn directions Select from: “mi” or “km.” will appear in the Driver Information Display (DID) as • Fuel Consumption the vehicle approaches a designated turn within a pro- Select from: “MPG”...
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Voice Clock After pressing the “Voice” button on the touchscreen the After pressing the “Clock” button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available: following settings will be available: • Voice Response Length • Sync Time With GPS — If Equipped When in this display, you may change the Voice Re- This feature will allow you to automatically have the sponse Length settings.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 • Set Time Minutes Safety & Driving Assistance After pressing the “Safety & Driving Assistance” button on This feature will allow you to adjust the minutes. The the touchscreen the following settings will be available: “Sync time with GPS”...
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Paddle Shifters — If Equipped • Rear ParkSense Volume — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the paddle shifters can be The Rear ParkSense Chime Volume settings can be se- enabled or disabled. Select the “Enable” or “Disable” lected from the DID or Uconnect System.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 Spot Monitor (BSM) will show a visual alert in the display along with a caution note to “check entire sur- exterior mirrors as well as an audible alert when the turn roundings” across the top of the screen. After five sec- signal is on.
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “Controls” button on the touchscreen, the “settings” the “Hill Start Assist” button on the touchscreen, until a button on the touchscreen, then the “Safety & Driving check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the Assistance” button on the touchscreen. Press the setting had been selected.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 • Headlight Illumination On Approach • Auto Dim High Beams — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights and remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors will activate/deactivate automatically under certain con- are unlocked with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ditions.
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Flash Lights With Lock button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that the setting has been When this feature is selected, the hazard lights will flash selected. when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote •...
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 • Sound Horn With Remote Start NOTE: If the vehicle is programmed 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks “All Doors,” all doors will unlock no matter When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when which Passive Entry equipped door handle is grasped.
Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL setting, showing that the setting has been selected. Refer Engine Off Options to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” in “Things To Know Before After pressing the “Engine Off Options” button on the Starting Your Vehicle”. touchscreen the following settings will be available: Auto Comfort Systems —...
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 • Equalizer button on the touchscreen to select your desired time interval, and choose from “0 seconds,” “45 seconds,” “5 This feature allows you to adjust the Bass, Mid and Treble minutes” or “10 minutes.” settings.
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • AUX Volume Offset — If Equipped • Paired Audio Sources This feature provides the ability to tune the audio level This feature shows which audio devices are paired to the for portable devices connected through the AUX input. Phone/Bluetooth system.
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 services, it will be necessary to access the information on default setting, press the Restore Settings button. A the Subscription Information screen to re-subscribe. pop-up will appear asking Are you sure you want to reset your settings to default?” select “Yes” to restore, or Press the “Subscription Info”...
Page 288: Guidelines For Race Track Use Of Your Srt
286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL System Information NOTE: Due to the extreme conditions encountered dur- ing track use, any damage or wear associated with track After pressing the “System Information” button on the use is not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty. touchscreen the following information will be available: If your SRT vehicle is equipped with Drive Modes, they •...
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 At the conclusion of each track event, it is recommended Track usage results in increased operating temperatures that a brake bleed procedure be performed to maintain of the engine, transmission, clutch, driveline and brake the pedal feel and stopping capability of your Brembo system.
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Utilize one track session to burnish brakes by driving 5. There should be a thin, ashy layer when inspecting the at 75% speed. Brake at approximately 0.60 – 0.80g Max pads installed in the caliper. If the ash layer is more without ABS intervention.
Page 291: Srt Performance Pages
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 capacity. Resurfacing also thins the rotor cheek, mak- WARNING! ing it less robust and increasing the likelihood of pulsation in further track use. Measurement of vehicle statistics with the SRT Per- formance Pages is intended for off-highway or off- SRT Performance Pages road use only and should not be done on any public Performance Pages is an application that provides a...
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Performance Pages include the following: The following describes each feature and its operation: • Home Home • Timers • Gauges 1 • Gauges 2 • G-Force • Engine SRT Performance Pages — Home When Home is selected, the following features will be available: •...
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 • A left and right arrow to allow the user to scroll When the Timers Page is selected you will be able to through vehicle images. select from following “Tickets”: • Current • A short-cut to the SRT Drive Modes feature. Pressing the “Current”...
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Save • With a USB jump drive installed, press the “USB” button to save runs to the jump drive. Pressing the “Save” button will let you save the last run. • With an SD Card installed, press the “SD Card” to save Any saved run over 10, will overwrite the last saved run for Uconnect System storage.
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 • 0-60 MPH (0-100 km/h) • Brake Distance Displays the time it takes for the vehicle to go from 0 to Displays the distance it takes the vehicle to make a full 60 mph (0 to 100 km/h). stop.
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Gauges 1 SRT Performance Pages — Gauges 1 (6.2L Automatic Transmission) SRT Performance Pages — Gauges 1 (6.2L Manual Transmission)
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 When selected, this screen displays the following values: • Coolant Temperature Shows the actual coolant temperature. • Oil Pressure Shows the actual oil pressure. • Oil Temperature Shows the actual oil temperature. • Battery Voltage Shows the actual battery voltage.
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Pressure Shows the actual oil pressure. Gauges 2 SRT Performance Pages — Gauges 2 (6.4L Automatic Transmission) When selected, this screen displays the following values: • Battery Voltage Shows the actual battery voltage. SRT Performance Pages —...
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 • Intake Air Temperature When selected, this screen displays the following values: • Boost Pressure Shows the actual intake air temperature. • Transmission Temperature (Automatic Transmission Shows the current value for boost pressure. Only) • Air Fuel Ratio Shows the actual transmission temperature.
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL G-Force When G-Force is selected, the following features will be available: • Lateral G-Force Left and Right The lateral g-force measures the (sideways) left and right force of the vehicle. • Longitudinal G-Force Fore and Aft The longitudinal g-force measures the acceleration and braking force of the vehicle.
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 • Vehicle Speed Engine Vehicle Speed measures the current speed of the vehicle in either mph or km/h, starting at 0 with no maximum value. • Steering Wheel Angle Steering Wheel Angle utilizes the steering angle sensor to measure the degree of the steering wheel relative to zero.
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Instantaneous Horsepower/Kilowatts Shows the instantaneous horsepower. • Instantaneous Torque Shows the instantaneous torque. • Oil Pressure (6.4L Only) Shows the actual oil pressure. • Gear (Automatic Transmission Only) Shows the current (or pending) operating gear of the vehicle.
Page 303: Srt Drive Modes
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 SRT Drive Modes RED key FOB unlocks the full potential of the engine’s output, and allows the driver to select from two power Key FOB 6.2L Supercharged Engine — If Equipped levels within Drive Modes Set-Up. Red Key FOB Black Key FOB If your vehicle is equipped with the 6.2L supercharged...
Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the SRT Drive Modes interface, and can be accessed by Your SRT vehicle is equipped with a Drive Modes feature pressing the “KEY FOB” button on the touchscreen in the which allows for coordinating the operation of various SRT Drive Modes menu.
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 Black Engine/ Red Key/ Transmis- Paddle Suspen- Key/500 Steering Traction Transmission 700+ HP sion Shifters sion 6.2L Auto 6.2L Manual 6.4L Auto 6.4L Manual The SRT Drive Modes main screen displays the current current drive mode set up, a message will be displayed drive mode and real-time status of the vehicle’s perfor- indicating which values are not matching the current mance configuration.
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Listed below are the available Drive Modes: Sport Mode Track Mode Drive Modes (Sport) Pressing the “Sport” button on the touchscreen will Drive Modes (Track) Pressing the “Track” button on the touchscreen will activate the configuration for typical enthusiast driving. activate the configuration for typical track driving.
Page 307 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 Default Mode Suspension can be configured in either the “Street,” “Sport,” or “Track” modes and the Paddle Shifters may be enabled or disabled while in this mode. Custom Mode Drive Modes (Default) The vehicle will start in Default Mode unless Valet or ECO mode (if equipped) is active.
Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL times, or pressing the “Custom” button on the touch- While in the Custom Drive Mode screen, press the screen. Custom Mode allows the you to create a custom “Custom Set-Up” button on the touchscreen to access the configuration that is saved for quick selection of your selectable options.
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 Power — If Equipped With 6.2L Supercharged Engine NOTE: This selection is only available with the RED RKE Key Fob. • 500 Press the “500” button on the touchscreen to modify the output power of the engine to 500. NOTE: This selection is available with the RED or BLACK RKE Key Fob.
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Sport Transmission — If Equipped With 8 Speed Transmission Press the “Sport” button on the touchscreen to provide faster shift speeds and will have a moderate comfort trade-off. • Street Press the “Street” button on the touchscreen to provide a balance of shift speed and comfort for typical daily driving.
Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 • OFF Paddle Shifters Press the “OFF” button on the touchscreen to disable steering wheel paddle shifters. Traction Paddle Shifters • ON Press the “ON” button on the touchscreen to enable steering wheel paddle shifters. Traction...
Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Track Suspension Press the “Track” button on the touchscreen to modify traction control to optimize track performance with the least stability control. • Sport Press the “Sport” button on the touchscreen to turn off traction control and reduce stability control.
Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 • Sport Steering — If Equipped With 6.4L Engine Press the “Sport” button on the touchscreen to provide a firmer suspension stiffness with moderate comfort trade- off. • Street Press the “Street” button on the touchscreen to provide a balance of suspension stiffness and ride comfort for typical daily driving.
Page 314: Race Options
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Sport Race Options Press the “Sport” button on the touchscreen to adjust the steering effort to the higher level. • Street Press the “Street button on the touchscreen to adjust the steering effort to the lowest level. Race Options Press the “Race Options”...
Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 Launch Control WARNING! Launch Mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be used on any public roadways. It is recommended that this feature be used in a controlled environment, and within the limits of the law.
Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “Launch RPM Set-Up” to set the holding RPM. Launch Mode can be turned on or off by either pushing the Launch Control button on the instrument panel switch bank (if activated), or by pressing the “Cancel Launch Mode”...
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 For further information refer to “Drive Modes” in “Start- the Driver Information Display (DID). Pressing the “Shift ing and Operating”. Light RPM Set-Up” button on the touchscreen will take you to the Shift Light RPM Set-Up screen. Shift Light Shift Light RPM Set-Up Shift Light...
Page 318: Valet Mode
316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing and releasing the up/down arrow buttons on Valet Mode the touchscreen above and below each listed gear, the RPM values will change in increments of 250 RPM. Pressing and holding the arrows will change the RPM values in increments of 500 RPM, ranging from 2000–...
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 not set, so you are free to select any 4 digit numeric combination that will be easy to remember. While in Valet Mode the following vehicle configurations are set and locked to prevent unauthorized modification: •...
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Valet Mode Deactivation key pad will then prompt you for your 4 digit PIN code, enter your PIN code and press the “OK” button on the touchscreen. Your vehicle will return to the default state after a key cycle. NOTE: If your 4 digit PIN is lost or forgotten, the vehicle will exit Valet Mode after a battery disconnect for ap- proximately one minute.
Page 321: Eco Mode - If Equipped With Automatic Transmission
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 ECO Mode — If Equipped With Automatic performance. Increased engine exhaust noise and/or Transmission vibration may be noticed while Eco is active. This is normal and a result of the increased amount of operating conditions where the vehicle is allowed to operate in four cylinder shutoff mode (6.4L Only).
Page 322: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Located in the front storage area of the center console, iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod this feature allows an iPod/MP3 player, or an external and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may USB device, to be connected to the audio system.
Page 323: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 Pushing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available (AM/FM/AUX etc.). The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a push-button in the center. The function of the left-hand control is different depending on which mode you are in. The following describes the left-hand control operation in each mode.
Page 324: Media Mode
322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Media Mode antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during mobile device operation when Pushing the top of the switch once will go to the next not using Uconnect (if equipped). track on the selected media (AUX, Bluetooth, SD Card).
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 emitted is far less than the electromagnetic energy emit- brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est ted by wireless devices such as mobile phones. However, susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement. the use of wireless radios may be restricted in some NOTE: situations or environments, such as aboard airplanes.
Page 326: Climate Controls
324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help. 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 instru- ment panel or through the Uconnect system display.
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator will turn off. 2. A/C Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when A/C is ON. Performing this function again will cause the A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the A/C indicator will turn off.
Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Front Defrost Button CAUTION! Press and release to change the current airflow setting to Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates when this fea- the heating elements: ture is ON.
Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 temperature settings or on the touchscreen, press and when this feature is enabled. Sync is used to synchronize slide the temperature bar button towards the red arrow the passenger temperature setting with the driver tem- for warmer temperature settings.
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Bi-Level Mode Button On The Touchscreen Air comes from the instrument panel outlets Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is and the large blower icon to increase the blower setting. directed through the defrost and side window demis- Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar ter outlets.
Page 331: Climate Control Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 12. Climate Control OFF Button settings or on the touchscreen, press and slide the tempera- ture bar button towards the red arrow for warmer tempera- Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control ture settings.
Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C and the prior settings. The button on the touchscreen illuminates • For Manual Climate Controls, if the system is in Mix, when MAX A/C is ON. Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C can be turned off, but the A/C system shall remain active to prevent fogging In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position can be...
Page 333: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 NOTE: In cold weather, use of recirculation mode may 2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the lead to excessive window fogging. The recirculation system to maintain by adjusting the driver and pas- feature may be unavailable (button on the touchscreen senger temperature buttons on the faceplate or but- greyed out) if conditions exist that could create fogging tons on the touchscreen.
Page 334: Operating Tips
332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric units The operator can also select the direction of the airflow by selecting the Uconnect customer-programmable fea- by selecting one of the available mode settings. A/C ture.
Page 335 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 Summer Operation Vacation Storage The engine cooling system must be protected with a Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corro- (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air sion protection and to protect against engine overheating.
Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: A/C Air Filter • Recirculate without A/C should not be used for long The climate control system filters outside air containing dust, pollen and some odors. Strong odors cannot be periods, as fogging may occur. totally filtered out.
Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions...
Page 338: Uconnect Voice Recognition Quick Tips
336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS Introducing Uconnect Start using Uconnect Voice Recognition with these help- ful quick tips. It provides the key Voice Commands and tips you need to know to control your Uconnect 5.0 or 8.4A/8.4AN system.
Page 339: Get Started
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 Get Started All you need to control your Uconnect system with your voice are the buttons on your steering wheel. 1. Visit UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instructions.
Page 340: Basic Voice Commands
338 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 •...
Page 341: Radio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 Radio Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio stations you would like to hear. (Subscrip- tion or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial required.) Push the VR button . After the beep, say •...
Page 342: Phone
340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the VR button . After the beep, say one of the following commands and follow the prompts to switch your media source or choose an artist. • Change source to Bluetooth • Change source to AUX •...
Page 343: Voice Text Reply
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 Push the Phone button . After the beep, say one of the following commands • Call John Smith • Dial 123-456-7890 and follow the system prompts • Redial (call previous outgoing phone number) • Call back (call previous incoming phone number) TIP: When providing a Voice Command, push the Phone button and say “Call,”...
Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Once an incoming text message is read to you, push TIP: Your mobile phone must have the full implementa- tion of the Message Access Profile (MAP) to take advan- the Phone button . After the beep, say: “Reply.” tage of this feature.
Page 345: Climate (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 TIP: Voice Text Reply is not compatible with iPhone, but if your vehicle is equipped with Siri Eyes Free, you can use your voice to send a text message. Climate (8.4A/8.4AN) Too hot? Too cold? Adjust vehicle temperatures hands- free and keep everyone comfortable while you keep moving ahead.
Page 346: Navigation (8.4A/8.4An)
344 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.
Page 347: Uconnect Access (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 TIP: To start a POI search, push the VR button . After Uconnect Access (8.4A/8.4AN) the beep, say: “ Find nearest coffee shop.” WARNING! ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the road. Some Uconnect Access services, including 9-1-1 and Assist, will NOT work without an operable 1X (voice/data) or 3G (data) network connection.
Page 348: Vehicle Health Alert
346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Uconnect Access is available only on equipped Roadside Assistance Call vehicles purchased within the continental United States, WiFi Hotspot*** Alaska and Hawaii. Services can only be used where **If vehicle is equipped. coverage is available; see coverage map for details. ***Extra charges apply.
Page 349: Mobile App (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 Signing up is easy! Simply follow the steps above. Or, press the “Apps ” button on the touchscreen to “Register By Web” to complete the process using your smartphone or computer. For further information please visit www.driveuconnect.com Mobile App (8.4A/8.4AN) You’re only a few steps away from using remote com- mands and playing your favorite music in your vehicle.
Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Press the app you’d like to connect to your vehicle. 4. Enter your login information for the selected app and press Link. 5. Next time you’re in your vehicle, enable Bluetooth, pair your phone and select the Via Mobile app you want to play from the Uconnect touchscreen to stream your personalized music.
Page 351: Voice Texting (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 Voice Texting (8.4A/8.4AN) You must be registered with Uconnect Access and have a compatible MAP – enabled smartphone to use your voice 1. To send a message, push the Phone button . After to send a personalized text message. For details about the beep, say the following command: “Send mes- MAP, visit UconnectPhone.com.
Page 352: Yelp (8.4A/8.4An)
350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIP: • Voice Texting is not compatible with iPhone, but if your vehicle is equipped with Siri Eyes Free, you can use your voice to send a text message. • Messages are limited to 140 characters. •...
Page 353: Siriusxm Travel Link (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 3. Once the YELP home screen appears on the touchscreen, push the VR button , then say: “YELP search.” 4. Listen to the system prompts and after the beep, tell Uconnect the place or business that you’d like Uconnect to find.
Page 354: Siri Eyes Free - If Equipped
352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the VR button . After the beep, say one of the following commands: • Show fuel prices • Show 5 - day weather forecast • Show extended weather TIP: Traffic alerts are not accessible with Voice Com- mand.
Page 355: Do Not Disturb
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 Do Not Disturb While in Do Not Disturb, Conference Call can be selected so you can still place a second call without being inter- With Do Not Disturb, you can disable notifications from rupted by incoming calls. incoming calls and texts, allowing you to keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel.
Page 356: Additional Information
354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Uconnect System Support: • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with • U.S. residents call 877-855-8400 (24 hours a day 7 days FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not ex- a week) or visit DriveUconnect.com pressly approved by the party responsible for compli- •...
Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....359 MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED . .367 ▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ..360 ▫...
Page 358 356 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission — If POWER STEERING — 6.2L SUPERCHARGED Equipped ......374 ENGINE .
Page 359 STARTING AND OPERATING 357 ▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) ....409 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ....432 ▫...
Page 360 358 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Tire Rotation — Different Tire Size On Front ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ... . .452 And Rear Axle ..... . .441 ADDING FUEL .
Page 361: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children in present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of belts.
Page 362: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
360 STARTING AND OPERATING Manual Transmission — If Equipped WARNING! Apply the parking brake, place the shift lever in NEU- Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it TRAL and press the clutch pedal before starting vehicle. started.
Page 363: Keyless Enter-N-Go
STARTING AND OPERATING 361 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: •...
Page 364: Normal Starting
362 STARTING AND OPERATING Normal Starting Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button — Manual Transmission Only Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button — Automatic Transmission Only 1. Press and hold the clutch pedal while pushing and holding the ENGINE START/STOP button. 1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL. 2.
Page 365 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN START/STOP Button — Automatic Transmission (engine not running) position and the transmission is in Only PARK, the system will automatically time out after 30 minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the 1.
Page 366 364 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Keyless Enter-N-Go Functions — With Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal/Clutch Pedal (In PARK • If the ignition switch is left in the ACC position, the Or NEUTRAL Position) system will automatically time out after 30 minutes of The Keyless Enter-N-Go feature operates similar to an inactivity and the ignition will switch to the OFF ignition switch.
Page 367: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 365 Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C) WARNING! (Continued) To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- started.
Page 368 366 STARTING AND OPERATING Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE START/STOP Button) — Automatic Transmission START/STOP Button) — Manual Transmission Only Only If the engine fails to start after you have followed the If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting”...
Page 369: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 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 —...
Page 370 368 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: During cold weather, you may experience in- CAUTION! creased effort in shifting until the transmission fluid • Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch warms up. This is normal. pedal, or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged, as this will cause abnormal wear on the clutch.
Page 371: Shifting
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 • Due to the high performance nature of your drivetrain, NOTE: you may hear your transmission. This can be most • Your vehicle is equipped with a transmission reverse noticeable when the vehicle is idling in NEUTRAL inhibitor system.
Page 372: Recommended Shift Speeds
370 STARTING AND OPERATING The six-speed manual transmission has a spring that CAUTION! centers the shift lever near third and fourth gear. This spring helps you know which gear you are in when you Always make sure the vehicle comes to a complete are shifting.
Page 373: 1-4 Skip Shift
STARTING AND OPERATING 371 MANUAL TRANSMISSION RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDS Engine 6.2L Supercharged (km/h) (32) (40) (67) 6.4L (km/h) (32) (59) (77) Earlier upshifts during cruise conditions (relatively (41°C), vehicle speed is greater than 19 mph (30 km/h) steady speeds) may result in increased fuel economy. but less than 21 mph (34 km/h), and the transmission is in first gear, and the accelerator is at ¼...
Page 374: Automatic Transmission
372 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! WARNING! Skipping more than one gear while downshifting, could cause you to lose control of your vehicle. You • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL could have a collision. if the engine speed is higher than idle speed.
Page 375 STARTING AND OPERATING 373 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or the parking brake, turn the engine OFF, remove the key fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle in a location accessible to children), and do not when the ignition is in the OFF mode, the auto- leave the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
Page 376: Key Ignition Park Interlock
374 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: You must press and hold the brake pedal while The brake pedal must also be pressed to shift from shifting out of PARK. NEUTRAL into DRIVE or REVERSE when the vehicle is stopped or moving at low speeds. Key Ignition Park Interlock Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission —...
Page 377 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears. The transmission shift lever has PARK, REVERSE, NEU- TRAL, DRIVE, and MANUAL (Autostick) shift positions.
Page 378 376 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If the shift lever cannot be moved to the PARK, Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in REVERSE, or NEUTRAL position (when pushed for- motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving the ward) it is probably in the MANUAL (AutoStick, +/-) vehicle in this range.
Page 379 STARTING AND OPERATING 377 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is if it is not in PARK (automatic transmission). running. Before exiting a vehicle, always shift an Check by trying to move the transmission gear automatic transmission into PARK, or a manual selector out of PARK with the brake pedal released.
Page 380 378 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • DO NOT race the engine when shifting from number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal can damage the drivetrain.
Page 381 STARTING AND OPERATING 379 REVERSE (R) CAUTION! This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause stop.
Page 382 380 STARTING AND OPERATING use the AutoStick shift control (refer to AutoStick in this the transmission gear, and will display the current gear in section for further information) to select a lower gear. the instrument cluster as M1, M2, M3, etc. Under these conditions, using a lower gear will improve Transmission Limp Home Mode performance and extend transmission life by reducing...
Page 383: Autostick
STARTING AND OPERATING 381 NOTE: In cases where the instrument cluster message NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- indicates the transmission may not re-engage after en- mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your gine shutdown, perform this procedure only in a desired earliest possible convenience.
Page 384 382 STARTING AND OPERATING This system can also provide you with more control Operation during passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, When the shift lever is in the DRIVE (D) position, the mountain driving, and many other situations. transmission will operate automatically, shifting between the eight available gears.
Page 385 STARTING AND OPERATING 383 • In temporary AutoStick mode (shift lever in DRIVE), NOTE: Tapping one of the steering wheel-mounted shift paddles (+/-), while the shift lever is in DRIVE, will the transmission will automatically shift up when activate a temporary AutoStick mode. Tapping (-) to maximum engine speed is reached.
Page 386 384 STARTING AND OPERATING • The transmission will automatically downshift to first • The system may revert to automatic shift mode if a gear when coming to a stop. After a stop, the driver fault or overheat condition is detected. should manually upshift (+) the transmission as the To disengage AutoStick mode, return the shift lever to the vehicle is accelerated.
Page 387: Drive Modes
STARTING AND OPERATING 385 DRIVE MODES Your SRT vehicle is equipped with a SRT Drive Mode feature. This feature gives the driver control over the systems in the vehicle which affect its performance, enabling the driver to tune it for desired driving sce- narios.
Page 388 386 STARTING AND OPERATING • SPORT MODE — This mode is a predefined configu- ration optimized for typical enthusiast driving. The ABS, Transmission, Steering, and Suspension systems are all set to their SPORT settings. Steering wheel mounted paddle shifters are enabled. •...
Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 • Sport — provides a faster shift speed and has a Suspension (Susp) moderate comfort trade-off. • Track — provides the firmest possible suspension • Street — provides a balance of shift speed and comfort stiffness with the highest amount of comfort trade-off. for typical daily driving.
Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING Engine Power — 6.2L Supercharged Engine Only assist and Suspension (active dampening system) stiff- ness may be configured to either the STREET, SPORT • 700+ HP — Provides engine output power to 700+ or TRACK settings within this mode. Steering wheel horsepower.
Page 391: Launch Mode - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 389 • Traction, Steering and Suspension are forced to • Eco (Automatic Transmission only) — Eco modifies STREET settings. the vehicle’s engine and transmission settings to pro- vide improved fuel economy at a trade-off with accel- • Steering wheel mounted paddle shifters are disabled. eration performance.
Page 392 390 STARTING AND OPERATING • Launch Control is intended to be used on dry, paved feature in low traction (cold, wet, gravel, etc.) conditions may results in excess wheel slip outside this systems road surfaces only. Use on slippery or loose surfaces control resulting in an aborted launch.
Page 393 STARTING AND OPERATING 391 3. Press the “Activate Launch Mode” button on the 9. Keep the vehicle pointed straight. touchscreen. Launch control will be active until the vehicle reaches 62 mph (100 km/h), at which point the ESC system will 4.
Page 394 392 STARTING AND OPERATING Manual Transmission — If Equipped 4. Make sure the vehicle is not moving. Vehicles with a manual transmission have an adjustable 5. Make sure the steering wheel is pointing straight. launch RPM controlled through the Uconnect system. 6.
Page 395: Guidelines For Track Use
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 • The “ESC OFF” button is pushed to change the ESC continue to hold wide open throttle to launch execute shifts. Refer to “Manual Transmission – Shifting” in system to another mode. this section for further information. NOTE: After launch control has been aborted, ESC will Release the clutch and continue to hold wide open return to its current ESC mode.
Page 396 394 STARTING AND OPERATING • If equipped with a removable lower front fascia grille, situations. It is recommended that your vehicle oper- ates in SPORT or TRACK modes during the track it is recommended to remove it for track use during event.
Page 397 STARTING AND OPERATING 395 NOTE: It is recommended that you target 40psi (276kpa) do a two lap cool down with minimal brake applies. Hot Tire Pressure at the conclusion of each track session. Make sure the brakes are not smoking. If they are, do Starting at 32psi (221kpa) Front &...
Page 398: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
396 STARTING AND OPERATING 6. Sometimes, a second burnish session is required. If the DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES pads start smelling in the next track session, reduce Acceleration speed and braking decel to burnish targets and follow Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- step 2-4.
Page 399: Traction
STARTING AND OPERATING 397 Traction Your vehicle may be equipped with a Limited Slip Differential (LSD) that reduces, but does not eliminate, When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a the amount of wheel slip across a given axle for im- wedge of water to build up between the tire and road proved handling.
Page 400: Flowing/Rising Water
398 STARTING AND OPERATING Flowing/Rising Water WARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- WARNING! cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path where (8 km/h) when driving through standing water. water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 401: Power Steering - 6.4L Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING 399 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contami- • Always check the depth of the standing water nated, as this may result in further damage. Such before driving through it. Never drive through damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited standing water that is deeper than the bottom of Warranty.
Page 402: Power Steering - 6.2L Supercharged Engine
400 STARTING AND OPERATING Alternate electric power steering efforts can be selected NOTE: through the Uconnect System. Refer to the “Drive • Even if the power steering assistance is no longer Modes” in this section for further information. operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under these conditions there will be a substantial WARNING! increase in steering effort, especially at low speeds and...
Page 403: Fuel Saver Technology - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 401 If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will WARNING! still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi- tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering Continued operation with reduced power steering effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others.
Page 404: Parking Brake
402 STARTING AND OPERATING • This light only shows that the parking brake is ap- NOTE: This system may take some time to return to full functionality after a battery disconnect. plied. It does not show the degree of brake application. When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front PARKING BRAKE wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away...
Page 405: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 403 Manual Transmission Parking Brake Release Automatic Transmission Parking Brake Automatic Transmission — If Equipped WARNING! The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower • Never use the PARK position of an automatic left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the park transmission as a substitute for the parking brake.
Page 406 404 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) A child could operate power windows, other con- to guard against vehicle movement and possible trols, or move the vehicle. injury or damage. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key •...
Page 407: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 405 BRAKE SYSTEM NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a high perfor- mance braking system. The brake pads are a semi- Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic metallic compound, which offer superior fade resistance brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic for consistent operation.
Page 408: Electronic Brake Force Distribution (Ebd)
406 STARTING AND OPERATING Your vehicle may also be equipped with Ready Alert come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON Braking (RAB), and Rain Brake Support (RBS). position, have the light repaired as soon as possible. Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) This function manages the distribution of the braking...
Page 409 STARTING AND OPERATING 407 You also may experience the following when ABS acti- WARNING! (Continued) vates: can cause possible loss of anti-lock braking capa- • The ABS motor noise (it may continue to run for a bility. Installation of such equipment should be short time after the stop).
Page 410: Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
408 STARTING AND OPERATING If the “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” is on, the brake WARNING! (Continued) system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore • The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must the benefits of anti-lock brakes. If the “Anti-Lock Brake never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous Warning Light”...
Page 411: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
STARTING AND OPERATING 409 unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal the brake while stopped on an incline, HSA will continue is released, the BAS is deactivated. to hold the brake pressure for a short period. If the driver does not apply the throttle before this time expires, the WARNING! system will release brake pressure and the vehicle will...
Page 412 410 STARTING AND OPERATING • HSA will work in REVERSE gear and all forward WARNING! (Continued) gears. The system will not activate if the transmission driving to maintain safe control of your vehicle. is in PARK or NEUTRAL. For vehicles equipped with Failure to follow these warnings can result in a a manual transmission if the clutch is pressed HSA will collision or serious personal injury.
Page 413 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 • If disabling HSA using Uconnect Settings, refer to WARNING! (Continued) “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- incline while resuming acceleration, manually ac- ment Panel” for further information. tivate the trailer brake or apply more vehicle brake For vehicles not equipped with the DID, perform the pressure prior to releasing the brake pedal.
Page 414: Traction Control System (Tcs)
412 STARTING AND OPERATING 7. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then an other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning additional slighty more than one-half turn to the right. wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning.
Page 415 STARTING AND OPERATING 413 • Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than WARNING! appropriate for the steering wheel position. • Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent • Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than the natural laws of physics from acting on the appropriate for the steering wheel position.
Page 416 414 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC On WARNING! (Continued) This is the normal operating mode for the ESC. When- • Vehicle modifications, or failure to properly main- ever the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in this tain your vehicle, may change the handling charac- mode.
Page 417 STARTING AND OPERATING 415 the “ESC Off” switch and the “ESC Off Indicator Light” NOTE: will turn off. • For vehicles with multiple partial ESC modes a mo- mentary button push will toggle the ESC mode. Mul- WARNING! tiple momentary button pushed may be required to •...
Page 418 416 STARTING AND OPERATING “ESC OFF” message will display in the Electronic Vehicle WARNING! (Continued) Information Center (EVIC). To turn ESC ON again, to assist in maintaining stability. “ESC Off” mode momentarily push the “ESC Off” switch. is intended for off-highway or off-road use only. NOTE: System may switch from ESC Full Off to Partial •...
Page 419 STARTING AND OPERATING 417 malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this NOTE: light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the • The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momen- speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON.
Page 420: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
418 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) WARNING! This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the tions and driving conditions, influence the chance speed of the vehicle.
Page 421: Rainy Brake Support (Rbs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 419 Rainy Brake Support (RBS) TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Rainy Brake Support may improve braking performance Tire Markings in wet conditions. It will periodically apply a small amount of brake pressure to remove any water buildup on the front brake rotors. It functions when the wind- shield wipers are in LO or HI speed.
Page 422 420 STARTING AND OPERATING • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary NOTE: emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into design standards.
Page 423 STARTING AND OPERATING 421 Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards, or ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or LT = Light truck tire based on U.S.
Page 424 422 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index – A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol – A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions –...
Page 425: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 423 Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 426: Tire Terminology And Definitions
424 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) – 01 means the year 2001 – Prior to July 2000, tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured.
Page 427 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 Term Definition Maximum Inflation The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation Pressure pressure for this tire. The maximum inflation pressure is molded into the side- wall. Recommended Cold Tire Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown on Inflation Pressure the tire placard.
Page 428: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
426 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 (Door)
Page 429 STARTING AND OPERATING 427 Tire And Loading Information Placard Example Tire Placard Location (B-Pillar) Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle. 2. Total weight your vehicle can carry. 3.
Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and To determine the maximum loading conditions of your spare tires. vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or Loading XXX kg”...
Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 432 430 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 433: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 431 Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 434: Tire Inflation Pressures
432 STARTING AND OPERATING Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability WARNING! (Continued) Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride. to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
Page 435 STARTING AND OPERATING 433 Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the Winter.
Page 436: Radial Ply Tires
434 STARTING AND OPERATING loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- Radial Ply Tires tion. Refer to your authorized tire dealer or original equipment vehicle dealer for recommended safe operat- WARNING! ing speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle WARNING!
Page 437: All Season Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 435 Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and on ice. If your vehicle is equipped with Summer tires, be additional information. aware these tires are not designed for Winter or cold driving conditions. Install Winter tires on your vehicle Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have when ambient temperatures are less than 40°F (5°C) or if experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme-...
Page 438: Snow Tires
436 STARTING AND OPERATING Snow Tires While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- during the Winter.
Page 439: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 437 WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) for more than 30 seconds continu- ously when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
Page 440: Life Of Tire
438 STARTING AND OPERATING worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be WARNING! replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for further information. Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to Life Of Tire follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure.
Page 441 STARTING AND OPERATING 439 Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for WARNING! the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original equipment tire sidewall.
Page 442: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
440 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire used. failure and loss of vehicle control. TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at...
Page 443: Tire Rotation - Same Tire Size On Front And Rear Axle
STARTING AND OPERATING 441 Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. Remember, more frequent rota- tion is permissible if desired. Also, correct for anything causing rapid or unusual wear prior to performing the tire rotation. Tire Rotation — Same Tire Size On Front And Rear Axle The suggested rotation method for vehicles equipped with all season tires is the “forward-cross”...
Page 444: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
442 STARTING AND OPERATING The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure.
Page 445 STARTING AND OPERATING 443 The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn ON the “TPM pressure as long as the condition exists, and will not turn Telltale Light”. Driving the vehicle may cause the tire off until the tire pressure is at or above the recommended pressure to rise to approximately 27 psi (186 kPa), but the cold placard pressure.
Page 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge CAUTION! (Continued) while adjusting your tire pressure. cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes sensor to become inoperable. After using an after- the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Page 447: Premium System
STARTING AND OPERATING 445 Premium System The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit tire pressure readings to the receiver module.
Page 448 446 STARTING AND OPERATING showing the pressure values of each tire with the low tire The system fault will also sound a chime. In addition, the pressure values shown in a different color. An Inflate DID will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for Tire to XX message will also be displayed in the DID.
Page 449 STARTING AND OPERATING 447 3. Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or 3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above wheel housings. 15 mph (24 km/h), the “TPM Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. In 4.
Page 450: General Information
448 STARTING AND OPERATING low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active FUEL REQUIREMENTS road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 6.2L Supercharged And 6.4L Engine 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the These engine are designed to meet all TPMS to receive this information.
Page 451: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 449 Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experience these Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before consid- genates such as ethanol. ering service for the vehicle.
Page 452: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
450 STARTING AND OPERATING • Poor cold start and cold drivability. Problems that result from using gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol (E-15) or gasoline containing methanol • Increased risk for fuel system component corrosion. are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or not be covered under New Vehicle Limited MMT In Gasoline Warranty.
Page 453: Materials Added To Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 451 Materials Added To Fuel Fuel System Cautions Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper octane CAUTION! rating, gasolines that contain detergents, corrosion and stability additives are recommended. Using gasolines Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s that have these additives will help improve fuel performance: economy, reduce emissions, and maintain vehicle perfor-...
Page 454: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
452 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being WARNING! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Most of these products contain high concentrations Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon of methanol.
Page 455: Adding Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 453 WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the...
Page 456 454 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control running. system could result from using an improper fuel • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a tank filler tube cap.
Page 457: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 455 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message VEHICLE LOADING If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a the “Vehicle Certification Label”. This information “Check Gascap”...
Page 458: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)
456 STARTING AND OPERATING • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear WARNING! • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is • Type of Vehicle important that you do not exceed the maximum front • Month Day and Hour of Manufacture (MDH) or rear GAWR.
Page 459: Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 457 Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle driving. If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you separately. It is important that you distribute the load have exceeded either GAWR, but the total load is within evenly over the front and rear axles.
Page 460: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
458 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Wheels OFF The Towing Condition Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Ground Flat Tow None NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Rear NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED On Trailer...
Page 461 STARTING AND OPERATING 459 Automatic Transmission — If Equipped Manual Transmission — If Equipped Recreational towing (with rear wheels on the ground) is Recreational towing (with rear wheels on the ground) is NOT ALLOWED. The only acceptable method for tow- NOT ALLOWED.
Page 463 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit ..470 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...462 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ... .462 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES .
Page 464: Hazard Warning Flashers
462 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery. The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the switch bank near the bottom center of the instrument IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS panel.
Page 465: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 463 • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum WARNING! heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a You or others can be badly burned by hot engine supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 466: Torque Specifications
464 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Torque Specifications Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/ Lug Nut/ Bolt Size Bolt Socket Size 111 Ft-Lbs (150 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.
Page 467: Tire Service Kit - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 465 WARNING! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury. TIRE SERVICE KIT —...
Page 468: Tire Service Kit Storage
466 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Tire Service Kit Storage Tire Service Kit Components And Operation The Tire Service Kit is located in the trunk. Tire Service Kit Components 1 — Sealant Bottle 5 — Mode Select Knob 2 — Deflation Button 6 —...
Page 469: Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 467 Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Using The Power Button Your Tire Service Kit is equipped with the following Push and release the Power Button (4) once to symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. turn On the Tire Service Kit.
Page 470 468 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded. • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the Tire Service Kit.
Page 471 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 469 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the heat source. vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the •...
Page 472: Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit
470 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES on the ground. This will provide the best positioning WARNING! (Continued) of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated • Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In tire and running the air pump. Move the vehicle as case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a phy- necessary to place the valve stem in this position sician immediately.
Page 473 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 471 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the tire. valve stem.
Page 474 472 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and latch pillar (recommended pressure). Check the tire the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge (3). Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
Page 475 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 473 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from (D) Drive Vehicle: the valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, end of the hose, and place the Tire Service Kit in the drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure vehicle storage location.
Page 476 474 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (E) After Driving: If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher: Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop 1. Push the Power Button (4) to turn on Tire Service Kit to Use Tire Service Kit”...
Page 477 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 475 5. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the instrument 3. Push the Sealant Bottle release button. The Sealant panel after the tire has been repaired. Bottle (1) will pop up. Remove the bottle and dispose of it accordingly.
Page 478: Jump-Starting Procedures
476 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
Page 479 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 477 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.
Page 480: Jump-Starting Procedure
478 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park CAUTION! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle WARNING! or the discharged vehicle.
Page 481 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 479 2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper WARNING! cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery. Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) post 3. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable of the discharged battery.
Page 482: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
480 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: For vehicles with automatic transmission: Shifts CAUTION! (Continued) between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be achieved at the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or less. Whenever the degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from transmission remains in NEUTRAL for more than 2 starting.
Page 483: Manual Park Release - 8 Speed Transmission
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 481 NOTE: Press the ESC Off switch to place the Electronic WARNING! Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Off mode before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- Control”...
Page 484 482 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) Release. Activating the Manual Park Release will allow your vehicle to roll away if it is not secured by the parking brake or by proper connection to a tow vehicle. Activating the Manual Park Release on an unsecured vehicle could lead to serious injury or death for those in or around the vehicle.
Page 485 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 483 4. Insert the screwdriver into the slot in the center of the 5. While holding the locking tab in the disengaged lever, and disengage the lever locking tab by pushing position, pull the tether strap to rotate the lever up and it to the right.
Page 486 484 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES To Reset The Manual Park Release: 3. Pull up gently on the tether strap to confirm that the lever is locked in its stowed position. 1. Push the latch (at the base of the lever, on the rear side) rearward (away from the lever) to unlatch the lever.
Page 487: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 485 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/ MANUAL TRANSMISSION Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable: •...
Page 488: Automatic Transmission
486 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN sion is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all position, not the ACC position.
Page 489: Manual Transmission
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 487 If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- CAUTION! sion is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all four wheels on the ground) under the following condi- Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- tions: ments can cause severe transmission damage.
Page 491 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil ......498 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.2L SUPERCHARGED ..... .492 ▫...
Page 492 490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Brake System ......519 ▫ Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Park/Turn Lamp — Models with Halogen ▫...
Page 493 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 491 ▫ Engine ......550 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS ..... .549 ▫...
Page 494: Engine Compartment - 6.2L Supercharged
492 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.2L SUPERCHARGED 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 7 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 2 — Remote Jump Start (Negative Battery Post) 8 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Intercooler Fluid Reservoir 9 —...
Page 495: Engine Compartment - 6.4L (392 Hemi)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L (392 HEMI) 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 6 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 2 — Remote Jump Start (Negative Battery Post) 7 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 8 —...
Page 496: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
494 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard CAUTION! diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems.
Page 497: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 495 turn off the message. If the problem continues, the serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Page 498: Replacement Parts
496 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system to update. A recheck with the above test routine happen: may then indicate that the system is now ready. • The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal...
Page 499: Dealer Service
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 497 DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
Page 500: Engine Oil
498 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE regular intervals, such as once a month. The best time to CAUTION! (Continued) check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids fully warmed engine is shut off. that protect the performance and durability of your Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter-...
Page 501 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 499 NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- CAUTION! vals exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or six months, whichever occurs first. Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is Engine Oil Selection not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 502 500 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Synthetic Engine Oils Engine Oil Change Requirements — 6.2L Supercharged Engine (If Equipped) You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- We recommend having your oil changed and vehicle mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes serviced by your authorized dealer.
Page 503 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501 To access these oil drains, the vehicle needs to be safely WARNING! lifted and supported to remove the front underbody shields (belly pan). Your service technician will refer to You can be badly injured working on or around a the Service Manual for proper under body shield (belly motor vehicle.
Page 504: Engine Oil Filter
502 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.
Page 505: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 503 Maintenance-Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- tenance required. NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump-starting.
Page 506 504 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid • It is essential when replacing the cables on the splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme- battery that the positive cable is attached to the diately with large amounts of water.
Page 507: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 505 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) For best possible performance, your air conditioner should • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal start of each warm season.
Page 508 506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R134a — If low GWP (Global Warming Potential). However, the Equipped manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealer or other service R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
Page 509 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 507 Access Door Filter Access Cover 2. Unsnap both ends and lift the filter access cover. 3. Remove the used filter. 4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the vehicle (text and arrows on the filter will indicate this).
Page 510: Body Lubrication
508 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as MOPAR Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and wear.
Page 511: Windshield Wiper Blades
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 509 Windshield Wiper Blades Adding Washer Fluid Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 512: Exhaust System
510 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gal (4 l) of washer complete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for fluid when the message “Low Washer Fluid” appears in broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. the Driver’s Information Display (DID). Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment.
Page 513 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 511 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park In the event of engine malfunction, particularly over materials that can burn. Such materials might involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of be grass or leaves coming into contact with your performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Page 514: Cooling System
512 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning NOTE: Your vehicles exhaust system may be equipped engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe with an Electronic Exhaust Valve (EEV) system, if the and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop exhaust system is replaced with aftermarket products a the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Page 515 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 513 Check the coolant recovery bottle and/or the super- WARNING! (Continued) charger coolant recovery bottle (if equipped with the 6.2L • You or others can be badly burned by hot engine Supercharged engine) tubing for brittle rubber, cracking, coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 516 514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill Selection Of Coolant Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead to severe internal engine damage.
Page 517 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 515 miles (240,000 km) before replacement. To prevent reduc- CAUTION! (Continued) ing this extended maintenance period, it is important that OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032), by an au- you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- thorized dealer as soon as possible.
Page 518 516 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency, ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with (antifreeze) solution.
Page 519 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 517 engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in WARNING! puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek • Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately.
Page 520 518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE When additional coolant is needed to maintain the needs to be added, the contents of the coolant expansion proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do bottle must also be protected against freezing. not overfill.
Page 521: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 519 the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) performance, Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately poor gas mileage, and increased emissions. if the “Brake Warning Light”...
Page 522 520 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re- WARNING! (Continued) fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main- cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake taining Your Vehicle” for further information. fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point.
Page 523: Clutch Hydraulic System (Manual Transmission) - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 521 Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed if necessary, to maintain the proper level. Refer to “Flu- container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or ids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your moisture.
Page 524 522 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE transmission fluid at the correct level using the recom- transmission. Avoid using transmission sealers as they mended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any may adversely affect seals. transmission; only the approved lubricant should be used. CAUTION! CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as...
Page 525: Rear Axle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 523 If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction, Routine fluid and filter changes are not required. How- visit your authorized dealer immediately to have the ever, change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes transmission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the transmission is with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis- disassembled for any reason.
Page 526: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
524 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.
Page 527 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 525 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- Special Care lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and Tar Remover to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 528 526 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.
Page 529 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 527 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 manner: carpeting. • Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery.
Page 530 528 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.
Page 531 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529 Glass Surfaces 1. Clean with a wet soft cloth or micro-fiber towel. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis alcohol content or abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, with MOPAR Glass Cleaner or any commercial wipe clean with a clean damp cloth.
Page 532: Fuses
530 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES WARNING! WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appro- leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. priate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as Damaged parts must be replaced immediately.
Page 533: Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 531 Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses) CAUTION! The Front Power Distribution Center is located in the • When installing the power distribution center engine compartment. This module contains fuses and cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly relays.
Page 534 532 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – – Fuse – Spare 40 Amp Green – Radiator Fan #1 – (Non 6.2L Supercharged) 50 Amp Red – Electric Power Steering #1 – If Equipped / Ra- diator Fan (6.2L Supercharged) – If Equipped 30 Amp Pink –...
Page 535 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 533 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – – Fuse – Spare – 20 Amp Yellow Left HID – If Equipped – 20 Amp Yellow Right HID – If Equipped 50 Amp Red – Radiator Fan #2 – (Non 6.2L Supercharged) 50 Amp Red –...
Page 536 534 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 15 Amp Blue Transmission Control Module (LA/LD Police) / Electronic Shift Module (LA) – – Fuse – Spare – 25 Amp Clear Engine Module – – Fuse – Spare – –...
Page 537 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 535 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red EPS (LA) / EHPS (Police)/AC Clutch Relay / Vacuum Pump Relay / Fuel Pump Relay (LA) / Rad Fan Relays (LA) – 10 Amp Red AWD Module (LD/LX) / Front Axle Disconnect (LD/LX) / Adaptive Cruise (LA) –...
Page 538: Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
536 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses) CAUTION! There is also a power distribution center located in the • When installing the power distribution center trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly contains fuses and relays.
Page 539 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 537 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 60 Amp Yellow – Front PDC Feed #1 – – Fuse – Spare 60 Amp Yellow – Front PDC Feed #2 30 Amp Pink – Sunroof 20 Amp Blue – Police Dome Lamp –...
Page 540 538 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – – Fuse – Spare 30 Amp Pink – Mod Network Interface – Police – – Fuse – Spare – – Fuse – Spare 30 Amp Pink – Fuel Pump – 20 Amp Yellow –...
Page 541 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 539 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 15 Amp Blue Ignition Switch/RF Hub Module/Steering Col- umn Lock (LX) – If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Steering Column Module/Clock (LX) – 5 Amp Tan Battery Sensor – 15 Amp Blue Electronic Exhaust Valve –...
Page 542 540 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – – Fuse – Spare – 10 Amp Red Adaptive Front Lighting / Auto High BEAM / Day Time Running Lamps – If Equipped – 20 Amp Yellow Active Suspension – SRT –...
Page 543 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 541 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 20 Amp Yellow Adjustable Pedals – Police – 5 Amp Tan Heated Washer Nozzles (LD) – – Fuse – Spare – – Fuse – Spare – – Fuse – Spare –...
Page 544: Vehicle Storage
542 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor damage when the system is If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 started again. days, you may want to take these steps to protect your battery.
Page 545 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 543 Bulb Number Door Courtesy Shift Indicator Lamp JKLE14140 Optional Door Map Pocket/Cupholder LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer for replacement instructions. Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Headlamp – High Intensity Discharge (HID) D3S (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) * Halogen Headlamp HIR2LL...
Page 546: Bulb Replacement
544 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Bulb Number Backup Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) License LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) * The headlamps are a type of high-voltage discharge Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, tube.
Page 547 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 545 6. Install new bulb by turning it clockwise and reconnect. 6. Turn the headlamp access cap counterclockwise to remove. 7. Reinstall headlamp access cap by turning it clockwise and then reinstall headlamp cover. 7. Remove bulb by turn it counter clockwise and discon- nect.
Page 548: Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp
546 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE yourself. If a headlamp bulb fails, take your vehicle to Tail/Turn And Stop Lamp an authorized dealer for service. The Tail/Turn and Stop Lamps use LED lamps that are not serviceable separately. The Tail/Turn and Stop WARNING! Lamps must be replaced as an assembly, see your autho- rized dealer.
Page 549: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 547 FLUID CAPACITIES Fluid Capacities — 6.2L U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 91 Octane or higher, 0-15% Ethanol 18.5 Gallons 70 Liters Engine Oil With Filter SAE 0W-40, Synthetic API Certified 6 Quarts 5.68 Liters Cooling System * Engine: MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant (OAT coolant con- 15 Quarts 14.4 Liters...
Page 550: Fluid Capacities - Srt 6.4L
548 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Capacities — SRT 6.4L U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 91 Octane or higher, 0-15% Ethanol 18.5 Gallons 70 Liters Engine Oil With Filter SAE 0W-40, Synthetic API Certified 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant (OAT coolant conforming to 15 Quarts 14.4 Liters MS.90032) 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent...
Page 551: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 549 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS CAUTION! (Continued) Important Information OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032), by an au- thorized dealer as soon as possible. CAUTION! • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional •...
Page 552: Engine
550 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine/Intercooler Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT coolant conforming to MS.90032. Engine Oil For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operat- ing conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils.
Page 553: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 551 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Manual Transmission – If We recommend you use MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Equipped Automatic Transmission – If Use only MOPAR ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid, or Equipped equivalent.
Page 555: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart ....556 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .554...
Page 556 554 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser- The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this vice is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle manual must be done at the times or mileages specified serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best (805 km).
Page 557 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 555 • Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a as required. scheduled oil change is performed by someone other •...
Page 558: Maintenance Chart
556 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
Page 559 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 557 Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Rotate the tires, ro- tate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before scheduled mainte- nance.
Page 560 558 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Inspect front sus- pension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, for cracks or leaks and all parts for dam- age, wear, improper looseness or end play;...
Page 561 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 559 Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: If using your ve- hicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; re- place if necessary.
Page 562 560 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. Inspect the CV joints. Inspect the ex- haust system.
Page 563 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 561 Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. Inspect manual transmis- sion fluid Equipped).
Page 564 562 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Inspect the rear axle fluid. Change manual transmis- sion fluid equipped).
Page 565 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 563 Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or fre- quent trailer towing. Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
Page 566 564 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Replace the air condition- ing filter. Inspect and re- place the PCV Valve if neces- sary Replace the spark plugs – 6.2L Su- per- charged Engine **...
Page 567 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 565 Miles: 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 Months: Or Kilo- meters: Replace the spark plugs – 6.4L En- gine ** Flush and replace the engine coolant at months if not done at 150,000 miles (240,000 km).
Page 568 566 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.
Page 569 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .569 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 570 568 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .575 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ... .574 ▫...
Page 571: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 569 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 572: Fca Us Llc Customer Center
570 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.
Page 573: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 571 In Mexico Contact Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Sante Fe C.P.
Page 574: Warranty Information
572 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.
Page 575: Mopar Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 573 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.
Page 576 574 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Diagnostic Procedure Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix cepted.
Page 577: Traction Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 575 Call toll free at: Treadwear • 1-800-890-4038 (U.S.) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...
Page 578: Temperature Grades
576 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The WARNING! grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.
Page 579 INDEX...
Page 580 578 INDEX About Your Brakes .....402, 405 Knee Impact Bolsters .....59 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) .
Page 581 INDEX 579 Alarm (Security Alarm) ....19, 231 Fluid Change ......523 Alarm System (Security Alarm) .
Page 582 580 INDEX Brake Fluid ......549, 551 Caps, Filler Brake, Parking ......402 Fuel .
Page 583 INDEX 581 Child Seat Installation .....87 Contract, Service ......571 How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt .
Page 584 582 INDEX Customer Programmable Features ... . .269 Door Ajar Light ......237 Door Locks Data Recorder, Event .
Page 585 INDEX 583 Electronic Roll Mitigation ....418 Checking Oil Level ..... .498 Traction Control System .
Page 586 584 INDEX Enhanced Accident Response Feature ... .66 Flash-To-Pass ......142 Entry System, Illuminated .
Page 587 INDEX 585 Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....453 SRT ....... . .263 Gasoline .
Page 588 586 INDEX Time Delay ......140 Instrument Panel And Controls ....220 Washers .
Page 589 INDEX 587 Unlatch The Trunk ..... . .24 Lap/Shoulder Belts......46 Unlock The Doors .
Page 590 588 INDEX Dimmer Switch, Headlight ... . .141, 142 Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ...145 Engine Temperature Warning ....232 Park .
Page 591 INDEX 589 Power Door ......32 Map/Reading Lights ....143, 195 Low Tire Pressure System .
Page 592 590 INDEX Capacity ......547, 548 Overhead Console......195 Change Interval .
Page 593 INDEX 591 Distribution Center (Fuses) ....536 Programmable Features .....269 Door Locks .
Page 594 592 INDEX Reminder, Lights On ..... . .141 Remote Trunk Release..... . .40 Reminder, Seat Belt.
Page 595 INDEX 593 Seat Belt Pregnant Women ......52 Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...53 Pretensioners .
Page 596 594 INDEX Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...549, 550 Snow Tires ......436 Selection Of Oil .
Page 597 INDEX 595 SRT Performance Features ....289 Stuck, Freeing ......480 Starting .
Page 598 596 INDEX Aging (Life Of Tires) .....438 Tire Safety Information .....419 Air Pressure .
Page 599 INDEX 597 Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .25 Uconnect Access Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .24 Vehicle Health Alert .....346 Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .
Page 600 598 INDEX Voice Recognition System (VR) ....336 Fluid ....... .509 Windshield Wiper Blades .
Page 601 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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