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  • Page 1 200 Sedan 2 0 1 2 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 2 With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This Canada Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
  • Page 4 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number

    6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire 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. Stamped VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 10 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..18 ▫...
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ....25 ▫ Auto Window Down — If Equipped ..36 ▫...
  • Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions ..50 ▫ Advanced Front Air Bag Features ..60 ▫ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — ▫...

  • Page 14: A Word About Your Keys

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer.
  • Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition switch lock cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inop- erable.
  • Page 16 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The time for this feature is programmable. Refer to WARNING! (Continued) “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Fea- dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or tures)”...

  • Page 17: Key-In-Ignition Reminder

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Key-In-Ignition Reminder SENTRY KEY Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor- sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key. ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine.

  • Page 18: Replacement Keys

    16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the All of the keys provided with your vehicle have been bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the programmed to the vehicle electronics.

  • Page 19: Customer Key Programming

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Pro- 3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch. gramming procedure. This procedure consists of pro- Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within gramming a blank key to the vehicle electronics.

  • Page 20: General Information

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED do not have a programmed Sentry Key contact your The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors and trunk authorized dealer for details.

  • Page 21: To Arm The System

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Arm The System NOTE: • During the 16-second arming period, if a door is 1. Remove the keys from the ignition switch and get out opened or the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN, of the vehicle.

  • Page 22: Illuminated Entry - If Equipped

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed during Tamper Alert trunk entry. Pressing the trunk button will not disarm If the alarm was triggered, but the warning signals have the Vehicle Security Alarm. If someone enters the timed out, the park and taillights flash three times, and vehicle through the trunk and opens any door, the the horn will chirp three times, when unlocking the...

  • Page 23: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • Inserting the key into the ignition switch disables all NOTE: • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- buttons on the RKE transmitter. tesy lights will remain on if the dimmer control is in the Dome ON position (extreme top position).

  • Page 24: To Unlock The Doors

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the To Unlock The Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE following procedure: transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice to 1.
  • Page 25 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the NOTE: If there is no key in the ignition switch, pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter while you are following procedure: inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm 1.

  • Page 26: To Lock The Doors

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If there is no key in the ignition switch, pressing Sound Horn With Lock the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter while you are in This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm are locked with the RKE transmitter.

  • Page 27: To Unlatch The Trunk

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- second and release. When the Panic Alarm is on, the ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the headlights turn on, the park lights will flash, the horn ignition in the LOCK position and the key removed.

  • Page 28: Transmitter Battery Replacement

    26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transmitter Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. NOTE: Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate 1. With the RKE transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade screwdriver to pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart.

  • Page 29: General Information

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 General Information 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with tower, airport transmitter, military base, and some mobile RS-210 of Industry Canada.
  • Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Hood closed WARNING! • Trunk closed • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or • Hazard switch off confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon- oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Car- •...
  • Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar • For security, power window operation is disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode. • Remote Start Aborted — Trunk Ajar • The engine can be started two consecutive times (two •...

  • Page 32: Door Locks

    30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The DOOR LOCKS Vehicle Manual Door Locks Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle.
  • Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and • For personal security and safety in the event of an do not leave the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as position.

  • Page 34: Power Door Locks

    32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). The A door lock switch is located on the driver and passenger auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your door panel.
  • Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Auto Unlock On Exit Programming 3. Press the power door unlock switch to unlock the The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be doors. enabled or disabled as follows: 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the •...

  • Page 36: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors

    34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear The Child-Protection Door Locks are located inside the Doors rear edge of the door. Insert the tip of the ignition key or To provide a safer environment for children riding in the similar flat-bladed object into the lock and rotate approxi- rear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have a Child- mately one-quarter turn to the lock or unlock position (as...

  • Page 37: Power Windows

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged. NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock knob up (UNLOCKED position), roll down the window, and open the door with the outside door handle.

  • Page 38: Auto Window Down - If Equipped

    36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To cancel the Auto-Down movement, operate the switch WARNING! either in the up or down direction and release the switch. Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle the ignition switch.

  • Page 39: Auto Window Up With Anti-Pinch Protection - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 • Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger Auto Window Up With Anti-Pinch Protection — If Equipped the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto- Lift the window switch fully upward to the second closure.

  • Page 40: Window Lockout Switch

    38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Window Lockout Switch Wind Buffeting The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of you to disable the window control on the other doors. To pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the disable the window controls on the other doors, press the ears.

  • Page 41: Trunk Safety Warning

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE: The shift lever must be in PARK for this button TRUNK SAFETY WARNING to operate. WARNING! To unlatch the trunk lid from outside the vehicle, press and release the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, two times.

  • Page 42: Trunk Internal Emergency Release

    40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Internal Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Some of the most important safety features in your Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. vehicle are the restraint systems: In the event of an individual being locked inside the •...
  • Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 • Knee bolsters/blockers for front seat occupants If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold enhance occupant protection by managing occupant infant and child restraint systems.
  • Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child WARNING! seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint. Infants in rear facing child restraints should never (Refer to “Child Restraints”) ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger...
  • Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 5. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be WARNING! (Continued) modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment under If You Need Assistance .

  • Page 46: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even conditions. However, in a collision the belt will lock and on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver reduce your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle or and cause a collision that includes you.
  • Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front WARNING! (Continued) seat, next to your arm. Grasp the latch plate and pull out • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make the belt.
  • Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.
  • Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. on the shoulder belt.
  • Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully.

  • Page 51: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ In the front seat, the shoulder belt can be adjusted shoulder belt. upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck.

  • Page 52: Rear Seat Belts

    50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will Driver Center Passenger prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, First Row you will prefer a higher position. When you release the Second Row anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that •...

  • Page 53: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will Equipped hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- now in the Automatic Locking Mode.

  • Page 54: Energy Management Feature

    52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Energy Management Feature NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be Management feature in the front seating positions to help worn snugly and positioned properly.
  • Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines whether the severity, or type of rear impact will require the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy. If a rear impact requires deployment, both the driver and front passenger seat AHRs will be deployed.
  • Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. CAUTION! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision.
  • Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 1 — Downward Movement 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 2 — Rearward Movement I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 58: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )

    56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For safety reasons, have the Active Head Restraints 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half. checked by a qualified specialist at an authorized dealer.

  • Page 59: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    BeltAlert can be enabled or disabled by your authorized Seat Belt Extender dealer. Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend deac- If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended and tivating BeltAlert .

  • Page 60: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE extender should be used only if the existing belt is not instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The long enough. When it is not required, remove the ex- words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the air bag covers. tender, and store it.
  • Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 NOTE: The Driver and Front Passenger Advanced Front This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Air Bags are certified to the new Federal regulations for Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, front, Advanced Air Bags.

  • Page 62: Air Bag System Components

    60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, Air Bag System Components Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag and Seat Track Position Sensors system components: Advanced Front Air Bag Features •...
  • Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) WARNING! Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may • No objects should be placed over or near the air provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant bag on the instrument panel, because any such during a side impact.
  • Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only.
  • Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- WARNING! (Continued) brated to deploy the side air bags during impacts that • If your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, require air bag occupant protection. do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to WARNING!

  • Page 66: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls

    64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi- Air Bags work with the knee bolsters to provide im- tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in proved protection for the driver and front passenger.
  • Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration Also, the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are Light in the instrument panel for approxi- not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should mately four to eight seconds for a self-check have deployed.
  • Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE are possible, based on the collision type and severity. The WARNING! steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- the air bags inflate to their full size.
  • Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Based on several factors, including the severity and type A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the side of collision, the side air bag inflator on the crash side of curtain air bag.
  • Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Accident Response System If A Deployment Occurs In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate the communication network remains intact, and the immediately after deployment.
  • Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 • As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like WARNING! particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot bag inflation.
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or • Modifications to any part of the air bag system may not function properly if modifications are could cause it to fail when you need it.

  • Page 73: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine You will want to have the air bags ready to related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint inflate for your protection in a collision. The Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.

  • Page 74: Child Restraints

    72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is were buckled/fastened; required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, •...
  • Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear can become a projectile inside the vehicle.
  • Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height LATCH child restraint anchor system. Refer to “Lower allowed by the child seat. These child seats are also held Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)”.
  • Page 77 Safety killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex- Standards. Chrysler Group LLC also recommends that actly when installing an infant or child restraint. you make sure that you can install the child restraint in •...
  • Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • All passenger seating positions contain automatic • Buckle the child into the seat according to the child locking retractors. However, any seat belt system will restraint manufacturer’s directions. loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and WARNING! pull it tight if necessary.
  • Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) never install LATCH-compatible child seats such that Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- two seats share a common lower anchorage. If you are age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower installing LATCH-compatible child restraints in adjacent Anchors and Tether for CHildren.
  • Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Seat LATCH Anchors Child restraints systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the top tether anchorage, have been available for some time.
  • Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 have tether straps, and you are urged to take advantage Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint of all of the available attachments provided with your System child restraint in any vehicle. We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint.
  • Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE window. These tether strap anchorages are under a provide the most direct path between the anchor and the plastic cover with this symbol on it. child restraint. Finally, tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with seat, removing slack in the straps according to the child...
  • Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child. Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and should not be played with, and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle.
  • Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE route the tether strap under the head restraint and Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat between the two posts. If not possible, lower the head Belts restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are side of the head restraint.
  • Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 2. Finally, pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap Driver Center Passenger portion around the child restraint. Any seat belt system CRS Lock CRS Lock CRS Lock will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally, and First Row pull it tight if necessary.

  • Page 86: Transporting Pets

    84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large For Booster Seats Transporting Pets Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly over the front of the seat when their back is against the injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in...

  • Page 87: Safety Tips

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a SAFETY TIPS high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil Transporting Passengers changes should be consistent with anticipated climate NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.

  • Page 88: Exhaust Gas

    86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas WARNING! (Continued) • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the WARNING! engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon controls to force outside air into the vehicle.

  • Page 89: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. on while driving, have the system checked by an autho- rized dealer.
  • Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Al- Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of ways properly reinstall and secure floor mats that vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- have been removed for cleaning.

  • Page 91: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Lights The Vehicle Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high Tires beam indicator lights on the instrument panel. Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns.
  • Page 92 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......96 Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped ..100 ▫...
  • Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Fold-Flat Passenger Seatback ... . 145 Voice Command — If Equipped ... 130 ▫...
  • Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 ▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ....153 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..161 ▫...
  • Page 96 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using HomeLink ▫ Sunroof Maintenance ....175 ....170 ▫...
  • Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Cargo Area Features ....184 Rear Window Features ....186 ▫...

  • Page 98: Mirrors

    96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
  • Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when CAUTION! the dimming feature is activated. The sensor to the right of the button does not illuminate. To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.

  • Page 100: Power Mirrors

    98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. Mirror Directions When you are finished adjusting the mirror, turn the control to the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror.

  • Page 101: Adjusting Sideview Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Adjusting Sideview Mirrors Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature All exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved either Outside Mirror — Driver Side forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of three detent positions: full forward, full rearward and traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the normal.

  • Page 102: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped

    0.96 or higher. See the Uconnect™ website for supported phones. For Uconnect™ customer support, visit the following websites: • www.chrysler.com/uconnect Illuminated Vanity Mirror • www.dodge.com/uconnect I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • www.jeep.com/uconnect system. Only one linked (or paired) mobile phone can be used with the system at a time. The system is available in • or call 1–877–855–8400 English, Spanish, or French languages. Uconnect™...

  • Page 104: Operation

    102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command Button Operation Actual button location may vary with the ra- Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ dio. The individual buttons are described in the Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone “Operation”...
  • Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 example, you can use the compound form voice Cancel Command command “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and the compound form command into two voice com- you will be returned to the main menu.
  • Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Device” phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the and follow the audible prompts. vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the •...
  • Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Call By Saying A Name Add Names To Your Uconnect™ Phonebook • Press the button to begin. NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect™ Phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion. •...
  • Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To call a name from the Uconnect™ Phonebook or After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more downloaded Phonebook, follow the procedure in phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the “Call by Saying a Name”...
  • Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 • Only the mobile phone’s phonebook is downloaded. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone- “Phonebook Edit Entry”. book. • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook •...
  • Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the name, the Uconnect™ Phone will mobile and a home number, but you can add “John Doe’s” work number later using the “Phonebook Edit ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, Entry”...

  • Page 111: Phone Call Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 • Note that only the phonebook in the current language • The Uconnect™ Phone will then prompt you as to the is deleted. number designation you wish to call. • Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be •...
  • Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE call, press and hold the button until you hear a single call. The first call will be on hold while the second call is beep, indicating that the incoming call was rejected. in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to “Toggling Between Calls”...
  • Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Conference Call Call Termination When two calls are in progress (one active and one on To end a call in progress, momentarily press the hold), press and hold the button until you hear a button.

  • Page 114: Uconnect™ Phone Features

    112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Continuation Uconnect™ Phone Features Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Language Selection Uconnect™ Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been To change the language that the Uconnect™ Phone is switched to OFF.
  • Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Emergency Assistance Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is not be applicable with the available mobile service and reachable: area. •...
  • Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Towing Assistance Paging If you need towing assistance: To learn how to page, refer to “Working with Automated Systems”. Paging works properly except for pagers of • Press the button to begin. certain companies, which time out a little too soon to •...
  • Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that The Uconnect™ Phone will then send the corresponding normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as on your mobile phone keypad, you can press the tones over the phone.
  • Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect™ keypad and still use the Uconnect™...

  • Page 119: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF) from your Uconnect™ Phone paired mobile phone to the When you mute the Uconnect™ Phone, you will still be Uconnect™ Phone or vice versa, press the button able to hear the conversation coming from the other and say “Transfer Call”.
  • Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, say “List Phones”. • The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone names of Uconnect™...

  • Page 121: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ You can either press the Uconnect™ Phone button to Phone restore the factory setting or repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the Uconnect™ Phone. For Uconnect™...
  • Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • fully closed windows, Voice Command • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to • dry weather condition. provide at least ⁄ in (1 cm) gap between the overhead • Even though the system is designed for users speaking console (if equipped) and the mirror.
  • Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must • fully closed windows, be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • dry weather conditions, and • You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). •...
  • Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages: Uconnect™ Phone can read or send new messages on You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send your phone. a new message: • Press the Read Messages: button. If you receive a new text message while your phone is •...
  • Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 List of Preset Messages: 11. See You in 15 minutes 1. Yes 12. I am on my way 2. No 13. I’ll be late 3. Where are you? 14. Are you there yet? 4.
  • Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF Bluetooth Communication Link Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the the system from announcing the new incoming mes- Uconnect™...
  • Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
  • Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...

  • Page 132: General Information

    130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information NOTE: Take care to speak into the Voice Interface This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and System as calmly and normally as possible. The ability of RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com- following conditions: mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a...

  • Page 133: Commands

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists The system will best recognize your speech if the win- options, press the Voice Command button, listen dows are closed, and the heater/air conditioning fan is for the beep, and say your command.
  • Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the Radio AM volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Command To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In system is speaking.
  • Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) Disc To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) may say the following commands: Satellite Radio •...
  • Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Switch to system setup” − “Continue” (to continue recording) • “Change to setup” − “Delete” (to delete the recording) • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) • “Main menu setup” or —...

  • Page 137: Voice Training

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Voice Training SEATS For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect™ vehicle. Voice “Voice Training” feature may be used. WARNING! 1.

  • Page 138: Power Seats - If Equipped

    136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats — If Equipped Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward The power seat switches are on the outboard side of the The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. seat near the floor. Use the bottom switch to move the Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will seat up, down, forward, rearward, or to tilt the seat.

  • Page 139: Heated Seats - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Reclining The Seatback WARNING! (Continued) The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the backward. Push the seatback switch forward or rear- shoulder belt is no longer resting against your ward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
  • Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. to one, indicating the change. The LOW-level setting will Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of turn OFF automatically after a maximum of 45 minutes. heat in use.

  • Page 141: Manual Front Seat Adjustment

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Manual Front Seat Adjustment Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or rear- The manual seat adjustment bar is at the front of the seat, ward. Release the bar once the seat is in the position near the floor.

  • Page 142: Driver Seat Manual Height Adjuster - If Equipped

    140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Driver Seat Manual Height Adjuster — If Reclining Seats Equipped The recliner control is located on the side of the seat. To A lever style height adjustment feature enhances comfort recline, lean forward slightly before lifting the lever, then for petite as well as tall drivers.

  • Page 143: Lumbar Support - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 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 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half WARNING! of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR. The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in...
  • Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Push Button Active Head Restraint (Normal Position) For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and rearward. To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the head restraint.
  • Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players.

  • Page 147: Fold-Flat Passenger Seatback

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Fold-Flat Passenger Seatback WARNING! (Continued) The recline handle on the front passenger seat also • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they releases the seatback to fold forward. are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose cargo.

  • Page 148: Folding Rear Seat

    146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The hard seatback features a work surface and a molded When returning the rear seatback to the upright position, rim for retaining items stored on the seatback panel. be sure the seatback is latched. Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat Folding Rear Seats Folding Rear Seat...

  • Page 149: Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 WARNING! The rear cargo area of the vehicle (with the rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down position) should not be used as a play area by children. They could be seriously injured in a collision. Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system.

  • Page 150: To Open And Close The Hood

    148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released. 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. Hood Safety Catch Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open position.

  • Page 151: Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage. WARNING! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle.

  • Page 152: Headlights And Parking Lights

    150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE passing light, fog lights, instrument panel light dimming Headlights And Parking Lights and turn signals. The multifunction lever is located on Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent the left side of the steering column. for parking light operation.

  • Page 153: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped With the engine running and the multifunction lever in Turning the end of the multifunction lever to the third the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on and turn detent (AUTO), will activate the automatic headlight off based on the surrounding light levels.

  • Page 154: Turn Signals

    152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signals NOTE: If either light remains on and does not flash, or Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show light bulb.

  • Page 155: Flash-To-Pass

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will turn on the high beam headlights until the lever is released. NOTE: If the multifunction lever is held in the flash-to- pass position for more than 15 seconds, the high beams will shut off.

  • Page 156: Lights On Reminder

    154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE is running, the headlight switch is off, the parking brake Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next is released and the shift lever is in any position except detent position to brighten the odometer and radio when PARK.

  • Page 157: Map/Reading/Interior Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Map/Reading/Interior Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors above the rearview mirror. Each light can be turned on by pressing the barrel. Press the barrel a second time to turn the light off. Both of these lights can swivel so that the light can be aimed at a specific spot, if desired.

  • Page 158: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open.

  • Page 159: Intermittent Wiper System

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 CAUTION! • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off. •...

  • Page 160: Windshield Washers

    158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle Windshield Washers every second to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds To use the washer, pull the windshield wiper/washer between cycles. control lever toward you and hold it for as long as washer spray is desired.

  • Page 161: Mist Feature

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with defroster before and during wind- shield washer use.

  • Page 162: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE column) is placed in the AUTO position. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature. The headlights with wipers feature can be turned on or off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) —...

  • Page 163: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the steering The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the column in position, pull the lever upward until fully right side of the steering wheel. engaged.

  • Page 164: To Activate

    162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control To Set A Desired Speed System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button vehicle set speed.

  • Page 165: To Resume Speed

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 To Resume Speed decrease until the button is released. Release the button To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) when the desired speed is reached, and the new set speed button and release.

  • Page 166: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped

    164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so The HomeLink buttons, located on either the overhead it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed console, headliner or sunvisor, designate the three differ- Control.

  • Page 167: Before You Begin Programming Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink system.

  • Page 168: Programming A Rolling Code

    166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance. Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manu- factured after 1995.
  • Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next button you want to program and the hand-held transmit- step after the LEARN button has been pressed. ter button.

  • Page 170: Programming A Non-Rolling Code

    168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button until 4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi- the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not cator light. The Homelink indicator will flash slowly release the button.

  • Page 171: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to follow these steps: time-out in the same manner.

  • Page 172: Using Homelink

    170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Watch for the HomeLink indicator to change flash Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button rates. When it changes, it is programmed. It may take up To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, to 30 seconds or longer in rare cases.

  • Page 173: Security

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Security Troubleshooting Tips It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here in your vehicle. are some of the most common solutions: •...

  • Page 174: General Information

    172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information WARNING! This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry • Your motorized door or gate will open and close Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: while you are programming the universal trans- ceiver.

  • Page 175: Power Sunroof - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The sunroof controls are mounted between the dome/ • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in reading lights. the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.

  • Page 176: Opening Sunroof - Express

    174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express second and the sunroof will open automatically from any Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop position.

  • Page 177: Venting Sunroof - Express

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 NOTE: Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is windows down, or the sunroof (if so equipped) is in pressed. certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs Venting Sunroof —...

  • Page 178: Electrical Power Outlets

    176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power sunroof switch will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time is programmable. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)”...
  • Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 A second power outlet is located inside the center con- The center console power outlet is powered directly from sole. the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this power outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent the engine from starting.
  • Page 180 178 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 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).

  • Page 182: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped

    180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF EQUIPPED An optional ash receiver is available from your autho- rized dealer and will fit in the center console front cupholder. The optional ash receiver also comes with a cigar lighter that can be used with the power outlets.
  • Page 183 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Rear Cupholders Rear Bottle Holder Rear Seat Bottle Holder WARNING! There are built-in bottle holders located in both rear door trim panels. If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burn- ing the occupants.

  • Page 184: Storage

    182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE CONSOLE FEATURES Glovebox Storage Compartment Storage The glovebox storage compartment is located on the right The center console is located between the front driver side of the instrument panel. To open the glovebox, pull and passenger seats.
  • Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Center Console Center Console Storage Two separate storage compartments are also located The top compartment holds small items, such as a pen underneath the armrest. and note pad, while the larger bottom compartment will hold CDs and alike.
  • Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: CARGO AREA FEATURES • A notch in the front of the console base allows for use The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying of a cellular phone while it is plugged into the power versatility.
  • Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put heavier WARNING! (Continued) objects as low and as far forward as possible. Place as • The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle.
  • Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ski Pass-Through REAR WINDOW FEATURES There is a ski pass-through door located behind the rear Rear Window Defroster seat armrest that allows longer items, such as snow skis, The rear window defroster button is located on the to be stored in the rear cargo area.
  • Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra- Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the the heating elements: window.
  • Page 190 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ EVIC Main Menu ....213 Instrument Panel Features ....192 ▫...
  • Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting The Analog Clock ....221 Media Center 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/ RBZ/RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — If Media Center 230 (REQ) — AM/FM Stereo Equipped .
  • Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 ▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD ▫ List Or Browse Mode ....269 And MP3 Audio Play ....256 ▫...

  • Page 194: Instrument Panel Features

    192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Radio 11 — Storage Compartment 2 — Side Window Demister Outlet 7 — Passenger Airbag 12 — Climate Control 3 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Glove Compartment 13 —...

  • Page 195: Instrument Cluster

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 196: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature 1. Temperature Gauge control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- the Fan control to High.
  • Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 5. Low Fuel Light If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting When the fuel level drops to approximately 2.0 gal- Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. lons (7.6 Liters), the fuel symbol will light and a 7.
  • Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL flash or remain on continuously. Refer to “Occupant 10. Engine Temperature Warning Light Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your This light warns of an overheated engine condi- Vehicle” for further information. tion. As engine coolant temperatures rise and the gauge approaches H , this indicator will illuminate 9.
  • Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 11. Brake Warning Light If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- This light monitors various brake functions, sary. including brake fluid level and parking brake WARNING! application. If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger- the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with...
  • Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is NOTE: You must apply the brakes before shifting from detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light PARK. inspected by an authorized dealer. 14.
  • Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 The two trip odometers show individual trip mileage. To NOTE: If the instrument cluster is equipped with the switch from odometer to trip odometers, press and optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), release the Trip Odometer button. To reset a trip odom- then warnings such as ”Low Tire,”...
  • Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL gASCAP means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate If the vehicle diagnostic system detects a leak or change dependent upon your personal driving style. in the evaporative system, or the fuel filler cap is loose, Unless reset, this message will continue to display each improperly installed, or damaged, the words “gASCAP”...
  • Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 4. For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle 17. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle This light informs you of a problem with the Information Center (EVIC)”. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a problem is detected, the light will come on 15.
  • Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 18. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped 21. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the park This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights or headlights are turned on. lights are on.
  • Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 If the ABS light remains on or comes on during driving, 24. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped is not functioning and that service is required, however, The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator the conventional brake system will continue to operate Light”...
  • Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been system will be ON, even if it was turned off previously. equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when •...
  • Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS CAUTION! malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is The TPMS has been optimized for the original combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipment tires and wheels.
  • Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the bulb does not come on when turning the key from WARNING! LOCK to ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly. A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, operating conditions.

  • Page 209: Mini-Trip Computer - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 29. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) CAUTION! Display — If Equipped This display shows the EVIC messages when the appro- Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera- priate conditions exist. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor- ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause mation Center (EVIC)”...

  • Page 210: Control Buttons

    208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Buttons RESET Button To reset the display shown, turn the ignition switch to the ON position, then press and hold the RESET button located on the steering wheel. The following displays can be reset or changed: •...

  • Page 211: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER The EVIC consists of the following: (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED • Compass Heading Display (N, S, E, W, NE, NW, SE, The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the •...
  • Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The system allows the driver to select information by Press and release the MENU button to advance pressing the following buttons on the instrument panel the display to each of the EVIC Main Menu switch bank located below the climate controls: features.

  • Page 213: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 • Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single Press and release the SELECT Button to accept a selection. The SELECT Button also resets chime) various Trip Functions. • RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) Battery Low (with a SELECT single chime) Button...

  • Page 214: Oil Change Required - If Equipped

    212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Key In Ignition Oil Change Required — If Equipped Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change • Remote start aborted — Door ajar indicator system. The Oil Change Required message will • Remote start aborted — Hood ajar flash in the EVIC display for approximately five seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next •...

  • Page 215: Evic Main Menu

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 • Distance to Empty 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds. • Tire Pressure Status display 3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. • Elapsed Time NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you •...

  • Page 216: Compass Display

    214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL After three seconds without pressing SELECT, RESET Automatic Compass Calibration ALL will return to RESET and only the selected feature This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the will have been reset. need to calibrate the compass manually. When the ve- hicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the Compass Display EVIC will flash the “CAL”...
  • Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 Manual Compass Calibration 5. Drive the vehicle slowly (under 5 mph / 8 km/h), If the compass appears erratic or inaccurate, and the completing one or more circles (in an area free from large variance has been properly set, you may wish to manu- metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL”...
  • Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Magnetic and battery powered devices, (such as To Change Compass Variance: cell phones, iPod’s, radar detectors, PDA’s and laptops) 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Leave the should be kept away from the top of the instrument shift lever in PARK.

  • Page 219: Average Fuel Economy

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Average Fuel Economy When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km) estimated driving distance, the DTE display will change Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. to a text display of LOW FUEL”. This display will Average Fuel Economy can be reset by pressing and continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel.

  • Page 220: Elapsed Time

    218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If the Tire Pressure System requires service, Check EVIC Units Selection (UNITS IN Display) TPM System is displayed. Tire PSI is an information Displays the units used for the Outside Temperature, only function and cannot be reset. Average Fuel Economy, Distance to Empty and Tire Elapsed Time Pressure features.

  • Page 221: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Personal Settings Auto Unlock on Exit (Customer-Programmable Features) When ON is selected and the transaxle is in the PARK or Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall NEUTRAL position, all doors will unlock when the features when the automatic transaxle is in PARK.
  • Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Sound Horn with Lock Headlamps With Wipers When ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur when (Available with Auto Headlights Only) the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed. This feature When ON is selected, and the headlight switch is in the may be selected with or without the Flash Lamp with AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxi- Lock feature.

  • Page 223: Setting The Analog Clock

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 Opening either front vehicle door will cancel this feature. SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK To make your selection, press the SELECT button until To set the analog clock, located at the top center of the Off, 45 sec., 5 min., or 10 min. appears. instrument panel, press and hold the button in until the Illumin.

  • Page 224: Media Center 230 (Req) - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And 6-Disc Cd/Dvd Changer (Mp3/Wma Aux Jack)

    222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREO Operating Instructions - Radio Mode RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of the radio faceplate.
  • Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not will remain tuned to the new station until you make available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With another selection.
  • Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Clock Setting Procedure INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text 2.
  • Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second MUSIC TYPE Button time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mode for five seconds.
  • Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Information Inform Top 40 Top 40 Jazz Jazz Weather Weather News News By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon Nostalgia Nostalga is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Oldies Oldies station with the same selected Music Type name.
  • Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 • DVD Enter - When the disc is in DVD Menu mode, • Angle – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will change selecting DVD Enter will allow you to play the current the viewing angle if supported by the DVD disc (if highlighted selection.
  • Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Home Clock - Pressing the SELECT button allows Audio Language — If Equipped you to set the clock. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control Selecting this item allows you to choose a default audio knob to adjust the hours and then press and turn the language (effective only if the language is supported by TUNE/SCROLL control knob to adjust the minutes.
  • Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Audio DRC — If Equipped a disc is loaded, changes will not be effective. Also, the Selecting this item allows you to limit maximum audio defaults are effective only if the disc supports the dynamic range. The default is set to High, and under customer-preferred settings.

  • Page 232: Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd-Video)

    230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM, 12 FM, Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations to be stored into MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO) pushbutton memory.
  • Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC Eject Button — Ejecting Compact Disc(s) position to operate the radio. Press the EJECT button and the pushbutton with the corresponding number (1-6) where the LOAD Button —...

  • Page 234: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files

    232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN Button (CD MODE) Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files Press the SCAN button to scan through each track on the The radio can play MP3/WMA files; however, acceptable CD currently playing. MP3/WMA file recording media and formats are limited. When writing MP3/WMA files, pay attention to the TIME Button (CD MODE) following restrictions.
  • Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 The radio uses the following limits for file systems: If a disc contains multi-formats, such as CD audio and MP3/WMA tracks, the radio will only play the MP3/ • Maximum number of directory levels: 8 WMA tracks on that disc.
  • Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3/WMA Files MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3/WMA data is loaded, Specification quency (kHz) the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128,...

  • Page 237: List Button (Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders to return to elapsed time display. on the disc.
  • Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions — Voice Command System No function. (If Equipped) For the radio, Refer to “Voice Command” in the EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) Uconnect™ User Manual located on the DVD for further No function.

  • Page 239: Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Macrovision NOTE: Sirius service is not available in Hawaii and has This product incorporates copyright protection technol- limited coverage in Alaska. ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec- System Activation tual property rights. Use of this copyright protection Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio...
  • Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Your Vehicle Identification Number. placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased performance. Larger luggage items such as To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within ESN/SID Access the loading design of the rack.
  • Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia INFO Button (Satellite) Mode Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or able).
  • Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory seconds will allow the program format type to be selected. When you are receiving a channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button.

  • Page 243: Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 Buttons 1 - 6 MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES) These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations). side of the radio faceplate.

  • Page 244: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode

    242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — Radio Mode SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch position to operate the radio.
  • Page 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL knob to save time change. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid-range tones.
  • Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM exit setting tone, balance, and fade. and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by AM/FM Button pressing the pushbutton twice.

  • Page 247: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio MP3 Audio Play ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and •...
  • Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.

  • Page 249: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 • Maximum number of files: 255 Notes on Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file file recording media and formats are limited. When names and folder names is limited.
  • Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of Specification quency (kHz) multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in 320, 256, 224, longer disc loading times.

  • Page 251: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 Playback of MP3 Files Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s...

  • Page 252: Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio (Sales Code Res+Rsc)

    250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode (SALES CODE RES+RSC) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right position to operate the radio.
  • Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped will remain tuned to the new station until you make Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature another selection.
  • Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ INFO Button SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call will begin to blink. letters displayed).
  • Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second MUSIC TYPE Button time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mode for five seconds.
  • Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Information Inform Top 40 Top 40 Jazz Jazz Weather Weather News News By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon Nostalgia Nostalga is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Oldies Oldies station with the same selected Music Type name.
  • Page 257 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 hours, press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set You may add a second station to each pushbutton by the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. Adjust repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the control knob.

  • Page 258: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio MP3 Audio Play ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and •...
  • Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.

  • Page 260: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of files: 255 Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file file recording media and formats are limited. When names and folder names is limited.
  • Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of Specification quency (kHz) multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in 320, 256, 224, longer disc loading times.

  • Page 262: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)

    260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium on the disc.

  • Page 263: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) to return to elapsed time display. Press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when the Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode ignition is OFF).
  • Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a wel- using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is come kit that contains general information, including selected. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the how to setup your on-line listening account. For further Sirius ID number will display.
  • Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 Reception Quality SEEK Buttons Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next following reasons: channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down.
  • Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the channel with the same selected Music Type name.

  • Page 267: Ipod /Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If and press and release that button. If a button is not Equipped) selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- Refer to “Uconnect™...

  • Page 268: Connecting The Ipod Or External Usb Device

    266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may not fully support the iPod control features. Please visit Apple’s website for software updates. NOTE: • If the radio has a USB port, refer to the appropriate Uconnect™...

  • Page 269: Using This Feature

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 NOTE: If the audio device battery is completely dis- Controlling The iPod Or External USB Device charged, it may not communicate with the iPod /USB/ Using Radio Buttons MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained. To get into the iPod /USB/MP3 control mode and access Leaving the audio device connected to the iPod /USB/ a connected audio device, either press the “AUX”...
  • Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Turning it clockwise (forward) by one click, while during play mode will jump to the next track in the playing a track, skips to the next track or press the list, or press the VR button and say Next or Previous VR button and say Next Track .

  • Page 271: List Or Browse Mode

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 • Turning it clockwise (forward) and counterclock- SCAN button again. During Scan mode, pressing the << SEEK and SEEK >> buttons will select the previ- wise (backward) scrolls through the lists, displaying ous and next tracks. the track detail on the radio display.
  • Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Preset 2 – Artists device, then follow the same steps to go to the desired track in that list. Not all iPod or external USB device • Preset 3 – Albums sub-menu levels are available on this system. •...

  • Page 273: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 Play Mode WARNING! When switched to BTSA mode, some audio devices can start playing music over the vehicle’s audio system, but Do not plug in or remove the iPod or external USB some devices require the music to be initiated on the device while driving.

  • Page 274: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped

    272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Next Track STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF Use the SEEK UP button, or press the VR button on the EQUIPPED radio and say “Next Track” to jump to the next track music on your cellular phone. Previous Track Use the SEEK DOWN button, or press the VR button on the radio and say “Previous Track”...

  • Page 275: Radio Operation

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 The right-hand rocker switch has a pushbutton in the The button located in the center of the left-hand switch center, and controls the volume and mode of the sound will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- system.

  • Page 276: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance

    274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective precautions: coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding.

  • Page 277: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 Manual Heating And Air Conditioning Blower Control Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ven- tilation system in any mode. The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the “O” (OFF) position.
  • Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Temperature Control Mode Control (Air Direction) Rotate this control to regulate the tem- Rotate this control to choose from sev- perature of the air inside the passenger eral patterns of air distribution. You compartment. Rotating the dial left can select either a primary mode as into the blue area of the scale indicates identified by the symbols on the con-...
  • Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, there Defrost is a difference in temperature between the upper and Air is directed through the windshield and side lower outlets. The warmer air flows to the floor outlets. window demist outlets.
  • Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK NOTE: • Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Air Conditioning Control Extended use of this mode is not recommended.

  • Page 281: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 • ECONOMY MODE Automatic Operation If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- OFF the indicator light and the A/C compressor. Then, cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at move the temperature control to the desired temperature.
  • Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Pressing the Air Conditioning Control button while in 2. Dial in the temperature you would like the system to maintain by rotating AUTO mode will cause the LED in the control button the Temperature Control knob. Once to flash three times and then turn off.
  • Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 Blower Control Mode Preferred Automatic, or Blower and Mode Pre- For full automatic operation or for ferred Automatic. This means the operator can override automatic blower operation, turn the the blower, the mode, or both. There is a manual blower knob to the AUTO position.
  • Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 • Floor The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets.
  • Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Air Conditioner Control NOTE: • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK Press this button to turn on the air conditioning during manual operation position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. only. When the air conditioning is •...

  • Page 287: Operating Tips

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 • Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you Summer Operation can temporarily put the system into Recirculation The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles Mode by pressing the Recirculation button. However, must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant under certain conditions, while in Automatic Mode, to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect the system is blowing air out the defrost vents.
  • Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The Mix windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.
  • Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
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  • Page 291: Starting And Operating

    STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....294 Automatic Transmission ....297 ▫...
  • Page 292 290 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Gear Ranges ......308 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ... . 324 AutoStick —...
  • Page 293 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 Tires — General Information ... . . 341 Tire Chains ......350 ▫...
  • Page 294 292 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Fuel System Cautions ....363 Adding Fuel ......368 ▫...
  • Page 295 STARTING AND OPERATING 293 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights Recreational Towing (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ..376 (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) ....383 ▫...

  • Page 296: Starting Procedures

    294 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic Transmission Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat before shifting to any driving gear.

  • Page 297: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or 29°C)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 295 For vehicles equipped with Tip Start (Six-Speed Trans- If Engine Fails To Start mission), turn the ignition switch to the START position WARNING! and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage auto- •...
  • Page 298 296 STARTING AND OPERATING Without Tip Start If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15- If the engine fails to start after you have followed the second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- held to the floor, repeat the “Normal Starting”...

  • Page 299: After Starting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 297 The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one CAUTION! hour to have an adequate warning effect on the engine. To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 sec- WARNING! onds before trying again. Remember to disconnect the engine block heater After Starting cord before driving.
  • Page 300 298 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than is at idle speed.

  • Page 301: Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock Systems

    STARTING AND OPERATING 299 Key Ignition Park Interlock WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, before the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/ you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is OFF position.

  • Page 302: Four-Speed Automatic Transmission - If Equipped

    300 STARTING AND OPERATING Four-Speed Automatic Transmission — If Gear Ranges Equipped DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or The shift lever position display (located in the instrument NEUTRAL into another gear range. panel cluster) indicates the transmission gear range. You PARK must press the brake pedal to move the shift lever out of This range supplements the parking brake by locking the...
  • Page 303 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than the parking brake. Always apply the parking idle speed.
  • Page 304 302 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. Never you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to running.
  • Page 305 STARTING AND OPERATING 303 • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever CAUTION! will not move out of PARK. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you REVERSE must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
  • Page 306 304 STARTING AND OPERATING while towing heavy trailers), select the 3 range. Under CAUTION! these conditions, using the 3 range will improve perfor- mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces- Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other sive shifting and heat buildup.
  • Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 limited to second gear only. Normal operation will re- Transmission Limp Home Mode sume once the transmission temperature has risen to a Transmission function is monitored electronically for suitable level. abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home DRIVE 3 Mode is activated.
  • Page 308 306 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. Overdrive Operation The automatic transmission includes an electronically 5. Restart the engine. controlled Overdrive (fourth gear). The transmission will 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no automatically shift into the Overdrive gear if the follow- longer detected, the transmission will return to normal ing conditions are present:...

  • Page 309: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (62Te) - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 307 Torque Converter Clutch Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (62TE) — If A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been Equipped included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle. The shift lever position display (located in the instrument A clutch within the torque converter engages automati- panel cluster) indicates the transmission gear range.

  • Page 310: Gear Ranges

    308 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when moving the shift lever between these gears. The transmission shift lever has PARK, REVERSE, NEU- TRAL, DRIVE, and AutoStick shift positions.
  • Page 311 STARTING AND OPERATING 309 PARK WARNING! This range supplements the parking brake by locking the • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never attempt to use PARK while vehicle is in motion. the parking brake.
  • Page 312 310 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, idle speed.
  • Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. Never must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to position to the ON/RUN position, and also press an unlocked vehicle.
  • Page 314 312 STARTING AND OPERATING • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever CAUTION! will not move out of PARK. Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other REVERSE reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can result This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into in severe transmission damage.
  • Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as limited to third gear only. Normal operation will resume when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi- once the transmission temperature has risen to a suitable tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or level.
  • Page 316 314 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Shift the transmission into PARK. Overdrive Operation The automatic transmission includes an electronically 3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK/OFF position. controlled Overdrive (sixth gear). The transmission will 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. automatically shift into the Overdrive gear if the follow- ing conditions are present: 5.

  • Page 317: Autostick - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 315 A clutch within the torque converter engages automati- vehicle. AutoStick allows you to maximize engine brak- cally at calibrated speeds. This may result in a slightly ing, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, and different feeling or response during normal operation in improve overall vehicle performance.

  • Page 318: General Information

    316 STARTING AND OPERATING • The transmission will automatically shift up when AutoStick is deactivated when the shift lever is moved from the AutoStick (+/-) position into the DRIVE maximum engine speed is reached while AutoStick is position. engaged. • Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when General Information AutoStick is engaged.

  • Page 319: Traction

    STARTING AND OPERATING 317 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! 3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. become visible. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the 4.

  • Page 320: Flowing/Rising Water

    318 STARTING AND OPERATING Flowing/Rising Water CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water WARNING! before driving through it. Never drive through Do not drive on or across a road or path where water standing water that is deeper than the bottom of is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
  • Page 321 STARTING AND OPERATING 319 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.

  • Page 322: Power Steering

    320 STARTING AND OPERATING • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering in tight spaces.

  • Page 323: Power Steering Fluid Check

    STARTING AND OPERATING 321 Power Steering Fluid Check WARNING! Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are with the engine off to prevent injury from moving apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.

  • Page 324: Parking Brake

    322 STARTING AND OPERATING PARKING BRAKE The parking brake lever is located in the center console. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave the possible.
  • Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 323 When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front WARNING! (Continued) wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with from the curb on an uphill grade. Apply the parking access to an unlocked vehicle.

  • Page 326: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)

    324 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! • Pumping of the anti-lock brakes will diminish If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the parking brake released, a brake system malfunction their effectiveness and may lead to a collision. is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an Pumping makes the stopping distance longer.
  • Page 327 STARTING AND OPERATING 325 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 328: Electronic Brake Control System

    326 STARTING AND OPERATING ABS is activated during braking under certain road or WARNING! stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in- clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticated debris, or panic stops. electronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high You also may experience the following when the brake output radio transmitting equipment.

  • Page 329: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 327 vehicle stability and control in various driving conditions brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine and are commonly referred to as ESC. torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. This feature remains active even if TCS and ESC are in Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) the “Partial Off”...

  • Page 330: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

    328 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Stability Control (ESC) WARNING! This system enhances directional control and stability of • The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC cor- ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase rects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counter-...
  • Page 331 STARTING AND OPERATING 329 ESC Operating Modes WARNING! All ESC equipped vehicles can choose the following ESC operating modes: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, ESC On nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing This is the normal operating mode for ESC.
  • Page 332 330 STARTING AND OPERATING reduction. This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle To turn ESC on again, momentarily press the “ESC Off” is in deep snow, sand, or gravel conditions and more switch. This will restore the normal “ESC On” mode of wheel spin than ESC would normally allow is required to operation.

  • Page 333: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light

    STARTING AND OPERATING 331 ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac- ESC OFF Indicator Light celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and Light”...

  • Page 334: Tire Safety Information

    332 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
  • Page 335 STARTING AND OPERATING 333 • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design compact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded ample: T145/80D18 103M.
  • Page 336 334 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 337: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 335 Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.

  • Page 338: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    336 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.

  • Page 339: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door.
  • Page 340 338 STARTING AND OPERATING Loading The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You the weight referenced here.
  • Page 341 STARTING AND OPERATING 339 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of of your vehicle with varying seating configurations...
  • Page 342 340 STARTING AND OPERATING I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 343: Tires - General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 341 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 344: Tire Inflation Pressures

    342 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to door.
  • Page 345 STARTING AND OPERATING 343 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 346: Radial-Ply Tires

    344 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial-Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...

  • Page 347: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 345 vehicle. If your vehicle has this option refer to an Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. pattern. You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on If your vehicle is not equipped with an original equip- the Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the...

  • Page 348: Full Size Spare - If Equipped

    346 STARTING AND OPERATING your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the WARNING! original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Compact spares are for temporary emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive more than Limited-Use Spare –...

  • Page 349: Tire Spinning

    STARTING AND OPERATING 347 Tire Spinning WARNING! When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or icy conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle stopping.

  • Page 350: Tread Wear Indicators

    348 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth to help you in determining when your tires should be becomes 1/16 in (2 mm).

  • Page 351: Replacement Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 349 Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously with oil, grease, and gasoline.

  • Page 352: Tire Chains

    350 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.

  • Page 353: Snow Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 351 SNOW TIRES poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be during the winter. All season tires can be identified by the checked before using these tire types.

  • Page 354: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)

    352 STARTING AND OPERATING The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the does not apply to some directional tires that must not be driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- reversed.
  • Page 355 STARTING AND OPERATING 353 The TPM System will warn the driver of a low tire For example, your vehicle may have a recommended pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure warning limit for any reason, including low temperature of 30 psi (207 kPa).
  • Page 356 354 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care • The TPMS has been optimized for the original and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size •...

  • Page 357: Base System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 355 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will the tire. illuminate in the instrument cluster, a LOW TIRE message will be displayed for a minimum of five Base System seconds and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low...
  • Page 358 356 STARTING AND OPERATING Check TPMS Warning 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash NOTE: on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid when 1. The compact spare tire (if equipped) does not have a a system fault is detected.

  • Page 359: Premium System - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 357 4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime will NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the sound and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on and to maintain the proper pressure.
  • Page 360 358 STARTING AND OPERATING more of the four active road tires. In addition, the addition, the EVIC will display a CHECK TPM SYS- Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display TEM message for a minimum of five seconds and then a graphic showing the pressure values of each tire with display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value to the low tire pressure values flashing.
  • Page 361 STARTING AND OPERATING 359 3. Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road housings. tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, the “Tire Pressure 4.

  • Page 362: General Information

    360 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, following licenses: the TPMS will update automatically. In addition, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...

  • Page 363: Reformulated Gasoline

    STARTING AND OPERATING 361 as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline line. Properly blended reformulated gasoline will pro- before considering service for the vehicle. vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components.

  • Page 364: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles

    362 STARTING AND OPERATING Problems that result from using gasoline containing To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol E-85 perform the following: are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may •...

  • Page 365: Materials Added To Fuel

    STARTING AND OPERATING 363 therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether Fuel System Cautions the gasoline contains MMT. It is even more important to CAUTION! look for gasoline without MMT in Canada, because MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s United States.

  • Page 366: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    364 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 concentra- Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon tions of methanol.

  • Page 367: Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 365 the other sections of this manual for information on WARNING! (Continued) features that are common between Flexible Fuel and • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper gasoline-only powered vehicles. maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- mal conditions repaired promptly.

  • Page 368: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)

    366 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Requirements CAUTION! Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87, or E-85 fuel, or any mixture of Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can these two. For best results, a refueling pattern that operate on E-85.

  • Page 369: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles

    Chrysler Group LLC engines. Use MOPAR or an are followed. equivalent oil meeting the specification MS-6395.

  • Page 370: Cruising Range

    368 STARTING AND OPERATING Cruising Range Maintenance Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter CAUTION! than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel consumption. You can expect your miles per gallon Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in your (mpg)/miles per liter and your driving range to decrease vehicle.
  • Page 371 STARTING AND OPERATING 369 Fuel Filler Door Tether Cable After removing the gas cap, place the gas cap tether cable NOTE: If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the over a hook on the inside of the fuel door. This keeps the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
  • Page 372 370 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is • Damage to the fuel system or emission control in violation of most state and federal fire regula- system could result from using an improper fuel tions and doing so may cause the MIL to turn on.

  • Page 373: Loose Filler Cap Message

    STARTING AND OPERATING 371 Loose Filler Cap Message The label contains the following information: If the vehicles diagnostic system determines that the fuel • Name of manufacturer filler cap in loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a • Month and year of manufacture “gASCAP”...

  • Page 374: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)

    372 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Overloading The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory load must be limited so that you do not exceed the service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and front GVWR.

  • Page 375: Loading

    STARTING AND OPERATING 373 Loading To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirements To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty and recommendations in this manual concerning ve- weight, axle by axle and side by side. Store heavier items hicles used for trailer towing.
  • Page 376 374 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certifica- The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all tion Label” in “Starting and Operating” for further cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem- information.

  • Page 377: Trailer Hitch Classification

    STARTING AND OPERATING 375 Weight-Carrying Hitch Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or Standards some other connecting point of the truck. These kinds of Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) hitches are the most popular on the market today and...

  • Page 378: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    376 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings Max. GTW Max. Trailer Tongue Wt. Engine/Transmission Max. Frontal Area (Gross Trailer Wt.) (See Note 1) 11 sq.ft.

  • Page 379: Trailer And Tongue Weight

    STARTING AND OPERATING 377 CAUTION! Towing a trailer with a larger than recommended frontal area could cause the engine to overheat or cause severe engine damage under extreme condi- tions. Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer.

  • Page 380: Towing Requirements

    378 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the Towing Requirements trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed train components the following guidelines are recom- options, must be considered as part of the total load on mended: your vehicle.
  • Page 381 STARTING AND OPERATING 379 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
  • Page 382 380 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage WARNING! (Continued) before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General 3. GAWR Information” in “Starting and Operating” for informa- 4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch tion on tread wear indicators and for proper inspection utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to procedure.
  • Page 383 STARTING AND OPERATING 381 • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is WARNING! required when towing a trailer with electronically • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic hydraulic brake lines.

  • Page 384: Towing Tips

    382 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips If you REGULARLY TOW a trailer for more than 45 min- Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, utes of continuous operation, then change the automatic and backing the trailer in an area located away from transmission fluid and filter according to the interval heavy traffic.

  • Page 385: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 383 • Highway Driving Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- Reduce speed. heating, take the following actions: • Air Conditioning • City Driving Turn off temporarily. When stopped for short periods of time, shift the trans- mission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed.

  • Page 386: Recreational Towing - All Models

    384 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing – All Models CAUTION! Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the front wheels • DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer. If using a tow dolly, follow drivetrain will result.
  • Page 387 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Road Tire Installation ....396 Hazard Warning Flashers ....386 If Your Engine Overheats .

  • Page 388: Hazard Warning Flashers

    386 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel, below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.

  • Page 389: Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) - If Equipped

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 387 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) — If an impending overheat condition: Equipped During sustained high-speed driving or trailer tow up • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C long grades on a hot day, the engine oil temperature may system adds heat to the engine cooling system and become too hot.

  • Page 390: Jacking And Tire Changing

    388 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for WARNING! changing tires only. The jack should not be used to • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the lift the vehicle for service purposes.

  • Page 391: Preparations For Jacking

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389 WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 2.

  • Page 392: Jacking Instructions

    390 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Block both the front and rear of the WARNING! (Continued) wheel diagonally opposite the jacking • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from position. For example, if changing the the edge of the roadway as possible before raising right front tire, block the left rear the vehicle.
  • Page 393 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 391 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on careful of motor traffic. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
  • Page 394 392 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack CAUTION! with two attachment points. When the jack is partially expanded, the tension between the two attachment Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on points holds the jack handle in place.
  • Page 395 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 393 3. There is a front and rear jacking location on each side of the vehicle. Rear Jacking Location 4. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is Front Jacking Location positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the...
  • Page 396 394 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! CAUTION! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the hurt someone near it.
  • Page 397 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 395 9. Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is WARNING! free. Reassemble the lug wrench to the jack assembly and • To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, stow it in the spare tire area.

  • Page 398: Road Tire Installation

    396 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Road Tire Installation Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. To ease the installation process for steel wheels with wheel covers, install two lug nuts on the mounting studs which are on each side of the valve stem.
  • Page 399 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 397 4. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped 7. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly nuts.

  • Page 400: Jump-Starting

    398 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack wrench while at the end of the handle for increased follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and leverage.
  • Page 401 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 399 shield. To allow jump-starting there are remote battery WARNING! posts located on the left side of the engine compartment. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on.

  • Page 402: Jump-Starting Procedure

    400 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive WARNING! (+) battery post. To remove the cover, press the locking tab and pull upward on the cover. Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result.
  • Page 403 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 401 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.

  • Page 404: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    402 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 10. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote posi- front wheels. Then shift back and forth between DRIVE tive (+) battery post of the discharged vehicle. and REVERSE. Using minimal accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle wheels, is most effective.

  • Page 405: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 403 CAUTION! WARNING! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain even failure, of the axle and tires.

  • Page 406: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    404 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position without 6. Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position. starting the engine. 7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 8.

  • Page 407: Automatic Transmission

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 405 Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! (Continued) damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other • When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do equipment designed for the purpose, following equip- not attach to front or rear suspension components.

  • Page 408: Without The Ignition Key

    406 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission Without The Ignition Key is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all four Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: with the ignition in the LOCK position.
  • Page 409 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... . . 409 Maintenance Procedures ....414 ▫...
  • Page 410 408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Adding Washer Fluid ....425 Bulb Replacement ..... 450 ▫...

  • Page 411: Engine Compartment - 2.4L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 9 — Coolant Pressure Cap 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 —...

  • Page 412: Engine Compartment - 3.6L

    410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 8 —...

  • Page 413: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.

  • Page 414: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE persists, the message will appear the next time the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).”...

  • Page 415: Replacement Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced a.

  • Page 416: Dealer Service

    Only do service work for which you mance. Immediately have potential malfunctions have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If examined by an authorized Chrysler Group LLC you have any doubt about your ability to perform a dealership or qualified repair center.

  • Page 417: Engine Oil

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level CAUTION! (Continued) before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will that protect the performance and durability of give you an incorrect reading.
  • Page 418 API Certified and meet the will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. pressure and an increase in oil temperature. This could damage your engine. Also, be sure the oil fill American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil cap is replaced and tightened after adding oil.
  • Page 419 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi- CAUTION! fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- ber should not be used. Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine.

  • Page 420: Engine Oil Filter

    418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi- Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and ber should not be used.

  • Page 421: Engine Air Cleaner Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters WARNING! varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can cleaner filters are high quality and are recommended.
  • Page 422 420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.

  • Page 423: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.

  • Page 424: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped

    422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling The A/C Air Filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- the glove box. Perform the following procedure to re- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental place the filter: Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.

  • Page 425: Body Lubrication

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 CAUTION! The A/C Air Filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure to install the filter properly will result in the need to replace it more often. 8. Reinstall the glove box door dampener and glove box. Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,...

  • Page 426: Windshield Wiper Blades

    424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE hood latching components to ensure proper function. Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods When performing other underhood services, the hood may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt cleaned and lubricated.

  • Page 427: Adding Washer Fluid

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 Adding Washer Fluid WARNING! The windshield washer and the rear window washer share the same fluid reservoir. The fluid reservoir is Commercially available windshield washer solvents located in the engine compartment. Be sure to check the are flammable.
  • Page 428 426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the CAUTION! exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubri- • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- cation or oil change. Replace as required. leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the WARNING! effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con- trol device and may seriously reduce engine per-...
  • Page 429 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.

  • Page 430: Cooling System

    428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- WARNING! freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently •...
  • Page 431 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 Selection Of Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Use only the manufacturer’s recommended coolant. Re- • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main- coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi- taining Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 432 430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- (antifreeze). When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
  • Page 433 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
  • Page 434 432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is If an examination of your engine compartment shows no no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool- safely driven.

  • Page 435: Brake System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery WARNING! bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is possibly a collision.
  • Page 436 434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing WARNING! the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid level up • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake to the requirements described on the brake fluid reser- voir.

  • Page 437: Automatic Transmission

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could has been in a tightly closed container.
  • Page 438 436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection Of Lubricant Special Additives It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered transmission to assure optimum transmission performance. product and its performance may be impaired by supple- Use only the manufacturer’s recommended transmission mental additives.
  • Page 439 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 Fluid Level Check – Four-Speed Automatic driven at least 15 miles (24 km). Hot fluid cannot be held Transmission comfortably between the fingertips. Cold fluid is at a Use the following procedure to check the automatic temperature below 80°...

  • Page 440: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check – Six-Speed Automatic CAUTION! Transmission • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- The automatic transmission has no dipstick and is dealer serviced only. facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque Transmission Fluid And Filter Changes converter shudder.
  • Page 441 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will Washing have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under- • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- body protection.
  • Page 442 440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will •...
  • Page 443 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care Cleaning Headlights Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
  • Page 444 442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel. use protectants or other products, which may cause undesirable reflections. Use soap and warm water to • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean or restore the low glare surface. equivalent, or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove the stain.
  • Page 445 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 and MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent. Care should be quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any not use scrapers or other sharp instruments, which may liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, scratch the elements.

  • Page 446: Cleaning Center Console Cupholders

    444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Maintenance the liner from the water and dip it back into the water Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical about six times. This will loosen any remaining debris. solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Rinse the liner thoroughly under warm running water.
  • Page 447 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 Cartridge Mini Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Center High 10 Amp Mounted Stop Light — (CHMSL)/Brake Switch 10 Amp — Ignition Switch 20 Amp Trailer Tow – If — Yellow Equipped Power Mirror 10 Amp — Switch/Climate Con- Integrated Power Module trols 30 Amp...
  • Page 448 446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini Cartridge Mini Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Instrument Panel/ Wireless Control 20 Amp — Power Locks/Interior 10 Amp Module (WCM)/ Yellow — Lights Clock/Steering Con- trol Module (SCM) Selectable Power Out- 15 Amp —...
  • Page 449 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 Cartridge Mini Cartridge Mini Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp Auto Shutdown Ignition Run — Occu- — Lt. Blue (ASD) Relay 3 pant Classification 10 Amp — Module (OCM)/ 25 Amp Sunroof – If —...
  • Page 450 448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini Cartridge Mini Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Switch Bank/ Passenger Door Mod- 30 Amp Diagnostic Link — ule (PDM)/Driver 10 Amp Pink — Connector/ Door Module (DDM) Powertrain Control 25 Amp Power Top Module –...

  • Page 451: Vehicle Storage

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of CAUTION! (Continued) service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.

  • Page 452: Bulb Replacement

    450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the air cleaner for replacement. filter housing and position the totally integrated power module aside prior to replacing the low beam headlamp on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
  • Page 453 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 3. Rotate bulb and connector one-quarter turn and pull 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb. outward from assembly. 5. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. CAUTION! 6.

  • Page 454: Front Turn Signal

    452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Turn Signal 1. Rotate the bulb’s electrical connector one-quarter turn counterclockwise and remove it from the fog lamp hous- 1. Raise and prop open the hood. ing. 2. Rotate the bulb’s electrical connector one-quarter turn 2.

  • Page 455: Backup Lamps

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453 Backup Lamps NOTE: Placing a small flat head screwdriver or similar tool between the lamp outboard ball stud and plastic 1. Open the trunk and gently pull back the trunk liner grommet from inside the trunk can help to disengage the behind the tail lamp (requires removal of a push pin outboard edge of the tail lamp.

  • Page 456: License Plate Lamp

    454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: It is normal to hear a loud sound when the lower 4. Twist and remove socket from lamp. tail lamp area unsnaps from the vehicle mounting 5. Remove bulb from socket and replace. bracket during tail lamp removal. 6.

  • Page 457: Fluid Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 455 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) All Engines — (Except 2.4L PZEV) 16.9 Gallons 64 Liters 2.4L PZEV (Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle) 18.5 Gallons 70 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts 4.4 Liters 3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified)

  • Page 458: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts

    Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Engine Oil – 2.4L Engine Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil, meeting Chrysler Material Stan- Engine Oil –...

  • Page 459: Chassis

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission – MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed Four-Speed ATF+4 product. Automatic Transmission – MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed Six-Speed (62TE) ATF+4 product. MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used.
  • Page 460 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 461 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule ....460 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..462 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 462 460 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime manual must be done at the times or mileages specified will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary. to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change vehicle performance and reliability.
  • Page 463 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 461 NOTE: referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In- oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom- even if the oil change indicator message is NOT...
  • Page 464 462 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once A Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals CAUTION! as required.
  • Page 465 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 463 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...

  • Page 466: Service Schedule

    464 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 467 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 465 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 468 466 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 469 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 467 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 470 468 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 471 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 469 104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or 112,000 Miles (182,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 472 470 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 473 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 471 136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (234,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 474 472 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 152,000 miles (247 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
  • Page 475 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 473 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 mechanic.
  • Page 476 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

  • Page 477: If You Need Consumer Assistance

    Reporting Safety Defects ....480 ▫ Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center ..478 ▫ In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
  • Page 478 476 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 483 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......483 ▫...

  • Page 479: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 477 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...

  • Page 480: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center

    478 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (800) 247–9753...

  • Page 481: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 479 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.

  • Page 482: Warranty Information

    See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.

  • Page 483: In Canada

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 481 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
  • Page 484 Chrysler Group LLC ve- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group hicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency LLC vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the...
  • Page 485 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 483 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
  • Page 486 484 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
  • Page 487 INDEX I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 488 486 INDEX About Your Brakes ..... . . 322 Airbag, Side ..... . 61,64,66,67 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
  • Page 489 INDEX 487 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..279 Body Mechanism Lubrication ....423 Automatic Transaxle ....12,294 Brake Assist System .
  • Page 490 488 INDEX Caps, Filler Clean Air Gasoline ..... . . 361 Fuel ......368 Cleaning Oil (Engine) .
  • Page 491 INDEX 489 Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ..430 Data Recorder, Event ..... . 71 Cooling System .
  • Page 492 490 INDEX Driving Engine ....... 409 On Slippery Surfaces ....316 Air Cleaner .
  • Page 493 INDEX 491 Oil Selection ..... 416,455 Filters Oil Synthetic ......418 Air Cleaner .
  • Page 494 492 INDEX Fluid Capacities ......455 Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ....194,368 Fluid Leaks .
  • Page 495 INDEX 493 Gauges Head Restraints ......141 Coolant Temperature ....194 Headlights .
  • Page 496 494 INDEX Ignition ....... 12 Jack Location ......388 Key .
  • Page 497 INDEX 495 Latches ....... . 89 Headlights On With Wipers ... . . 159 Hood .
  • Page 498 496 INDEX Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 194 Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 205,412 Loading Vehicle ..... . 371,373 Manual, Service .
  • Page 499 INDEX 497 Occupant Restraints ..... 64,68 Materials Added to ....418 Occupant Restraints (Sedan) .
  • Page 500 498 INDEX Power Radio Operation ......274 Deck Lid Release ..... 38 Radio Remote Controls .
  • Page 501 INDEX 499 Remote Trunk Release ..... 38 Seat Belt Maintenance ....444 Replacement Bulbs .
  • Page 502 500 INDEX Heated ......137 Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) ..286 Lumbar Support .
  • Page 503 INDEX 501 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound Time Delay, Headlight ....151 System Controls ......272 Tire and Loading Information Placard .
  • Page 504 502 INDEX Quality Grading ..... 483 Trailer Towing ......373 Radial .
  • Page 505 INDEX 503 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 164 Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ....49 Transporting Pets ......84 Upholstery Care .
  • Page 506 504 INDEX Washer Windows ......35 Adding Fluid ..... . . 425 Power .
  • Page 507 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.
  • Page 508 Chrysler Group LLC Printed in U.S.A. 12C41-126-AE 5th Edition I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

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