Page 1 Challenger 2 0 1 4 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 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of fea- With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler tures and equipment that are either standard or optional on Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler this vehicle.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 4 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group nicians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfac- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision tion.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5 I n f o r ma 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 Owners 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 Owners Manual, you may miss important information.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 10 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Rearming Of The System ....20 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ..28 TRUNK SAFETY WARNING....44 ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...28 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — SAFETY TIPS ......97 Air Bags .
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ignition switch.
Page 15: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion.
Page 16: Removing Key Fob From Ignition
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Removing Key Fob From Ignition on the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull Remove the Start/Stop button (if equipped), place the the key out with your other hand.
Page 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 NOTE: The power window switches, radio, power sun- CAUTION! (Continued) roof — if equipped, and ignition-powered power outlets • Leave the Key Fob in the ignition and either: will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition •...
Page 18: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or remove the Key Fob from vehicle, cycle the ignition others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 19: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 will cause the reminder chime to sound. Refer to “Start- After placing the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- ing Procedures” in “Starting And Operating” for further tion, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three information.
Page 20: Replacement Keys
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not compat- ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting tended.
Page 21: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer Sys- NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved tem serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to the by the party responsible for compliance could void the authorized dealer.
Page 22: Rearming Of The System
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Rearming Of The System 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle: If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to • Push LOCK on the interior power door lock switch disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn the horn with the driver and/or passenger door open.
Page 23: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 To Disarm The System NOTE: The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button on the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 24: Security System Manual Override
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery ILLUMINATED ENTRY becomes disconnected, the Vehicle Security Alarm will The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the remain armed when the battery is reconnected; the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the exterior lights will flash, the horn will sound.
Page 25: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat” position (extreme bottom position). REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from dis- tances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held Key Fob with RKE transmitter.
Page 26 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • When not using the EVIC, perform the following steps: NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed driver’s door handle.
Page 27 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the LOCK ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the button while still holding the UNLOCK button. Security Alarm.
Page 28: To Lock The Doors
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Turn Headlights On With Remote Key Unlock feature. This feature can be turned on or turned off. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)”...
Page 29: To Open The Trunk
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- the headlights will turn on, the park lights will flash, the ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Security horn will pulse on and off, and the interior lights will Alarm.
Page 30: Transmitter Battery Replacement
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Programming Additional Transmitters Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. performed at an authorized dealer.
Page 31: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved NOTE: by the party responsible for compliance could void the • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic user’s authority to operate the equipment. transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Battery at an acceptable charge level WARNING! (Continued) • RKE PANIC button not pressed • Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start • System not disabled from previous remote start event System, windows, door locks or other controls •...
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 NOTE: To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle • If an engine fault is present the vehicle will start and Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or then shut down 10 seconds later.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Cancel Remote Start • For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter-N- Remote Starting will also cancel if any of the following occur: Go™ feature, the ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position in order to drive the vehicle.
Page 35: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 DOOR LOCKS If the door lock knob is down when you shut the door, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the Key Fob is Manual Door Locks not inside the vehicle before closing the door. To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward.
Page 36: Power Door Locks
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden- auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your tally locking the Key Fob in the vehicle. Removing the authorized dealer per written request of the customer. Key Fob or closing the door will allow the locks to Please see your authorized dealer for service.
Page 38: Keyless Enter-N-Go
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming NOTE: • Passive Entry may be programmed ON/OFF; refer to The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be enabled or disabled. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor- “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ mation Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer- Personal...
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front With a Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) driver’s door handle.
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE To Enter The Trunk: Transmitter In Vehicle With a Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a of the deck lid, press the button on the located on the Passive Entry RKE transmitter inside your vehicle, the center of the light bar which is located on the deck lid...
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE: If you inadvertently leave your vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitter in the trunk and try to close the deck lid, the deck lid will automatically unlatch, unless another one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmit- ters is outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the deck lid.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
Page 43: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WINDOWS There is a single window control on the passenger’s door trim panel that operates the window on the passenger’s Power Windows door. The window controls will operate only when the The window controls on the driver’s door control both of ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position.
Page 44: Wind Buffeting
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To open the window part way, press the window switch WARNING! to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not let children play with power windows.
Page 45: Trunk Lock And Release
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- NOTE: The transmission must be in PARK before the rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with button will operate. If equipped with a manual transmis- one window open, then open the other window to sion, the vehicle speed must be under 5 mph (8 km/h) minimize the buffeting.
Page 46: Trunk Safety Warning
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position, the WARNING! (Continued) Trunk Open symbol will display in the instrument cluster through the inside of the vehicle. Always close the indicating that the trunk is open. The odometer display trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended.
Page 47: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 • Advanced Front Air Bags for driver and front passen- • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) for the driver and passengers seated next to a window • Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) for the driver and front outboard passenger •...
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE all the way out and then adjusting the belt to the Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large risk of harm from a deploying air bag: item in a seat —...
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow 4. Do not lean against the door or window. If your children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the their arm.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- could cause serious injury, including death.
Page 51: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown WARNING! from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in a collision, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 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 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the WARNING! (Continued) belt in a collision. • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the WARNING! vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck •...
Page 55: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Page 56: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, Driver Center Passenger grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create First Row a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. Second Row 3.
Page 57: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 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 now in the Automatic Locking Mode. In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- locked.
Page 58: Energy Management Feature
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Energy Management Feature NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy worn snugly and positioned properly.
Page 59: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 The BeltAlert® warning sequence begins after the vehicle the rear seat (if equipped) in pet harnesses or pet carriers speed is over 5 mph (8 km/h), by blinking the Seat Belt that are secured by seat belts, and cargo is properly Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime.
Page 60: Seat Belt Extender
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. That way the strong bones of the hips will take low and snug and in the recommended seating posi- the force if there is a collision.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision. This vehicle is equipped with driver and/or front pas- senger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon...
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Steering Wheel and Column This vehicle may be equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, • Instrument Panel front, and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The •...
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), WARNING! (Continued) which may receive information from the front impact • Do not put anything on or around the air bag sensors. covers or attempt to open them manually. You may The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an damage the air bags and you could be injured impact that requires air bag deployment.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may deploys independently;...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 NOTE: • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during air bag deployment. • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, do • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right not have any accessory items installed which will Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to your (SABIC), do not stack luggage or other cargo up vehicle.
Page 67: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Always sit upright as possible with your back against the The ORC determines if deployment of the front and/or seat back, use the seat belts properly, and use the side air bags in a frontal or side collision is required. appropriate sized child restraint, infant restraint or Based on the impact sensor’s signals, a central electronic booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the...
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE impact, Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition, the with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a air bag system is not on and the air bags will not inflate. severe initial deceleration.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 are possible, based on several factors, including the WARNING! collision type and severity. The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags their full size.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB) Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain Inflator Units (SABIC) Inflator Units — If Equipped The Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags are de- During collisions where the impact is confined to a signed to activate only in certain side collisions.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time, vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of the battery has power or until the ignition key is whether or not an air bag should have deployed.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation or all of the following may occur: continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in- •...
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 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 may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.
Page 74: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may You will want to have the air bags ready to not be ready to inflate for your protection.
Page 75: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no per- •...
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This NOTE: is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. • For additional information, refer Children 12 years or younger should ride properly www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Infants and Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Toddlers younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear...
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until air bag.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for WARNING! as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height • Improper installation can lead to failure of an allowed by the child seat. infant or child restraint.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Can the child sit all the way back against the back of WARNING! (Continued) the vehicle seat? • When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in 2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front the vehicle with the seat belt or LATCH anchor- of the vehicle seat –...
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the WARNING! child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle. If the child is using the lap/shoulder belt, check belt fit peri- Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an odically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Combined LATCH – Weight of the LATCH – Restraint Type Lower Anchors Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Seat Belt Only + Top Tether...
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seat- ing position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until weight of the child restraint) for using the the combined weight of the child and the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can two child restraints be attached using Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with a common lower LATCH anchorage? two or more child restraints. If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to in- stall a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchor-...
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, below the anchorage sym- bols on the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages There are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located in the panel be- tween the rear seatback and the rear window. They are found under a plastic cover with the tether anchorage symbol on it.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end Always follow the directions of the child restraint to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten manufacturer when installing your child restraint.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE may need to recline the seat and/or raise the head 7. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by restraint to get a better fit. If the rear seat can be moved pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt forward and rearward in the vehicle, you may wish to path.
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat WARNING! Belt • Improper installation of a child restraint to the The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor or child restraint.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to the with the seat belt to attach a forward...
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) against the child seat. 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating 5.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether rear-most position to make room for the child seat. strap. See the section “Installing Child Restraints You may also move the front seat forward to allow Using the Top Tether Anchorage”...
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE strap. Refer to “Installing Child Restraints Using The If the belt still cannot be tightened after you shorten the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to attach a tether buckle, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn anchor.
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts.
Page 98: Transporting Pets
96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child Transporting Pets restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly WARNING! injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision.
Page 99: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can should be considered a normal part of the break-in and be detrimental and should be avoided.
Page 100: Exhaust Gas
98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people follow these safety tips: •...
Page 101: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-...
Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE feel the air directed against the windshield. See your WARNING! (Continued) authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoper- • Never place or install floor mats or other floor able. coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly Floor Mat Safety Information secured to prevent them from moving and interfer- ing with the pedals or the ability to control the...
Page 103: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts WARNING! (Continued) and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
Page 104 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of Sun MIRRORS ......108 Visor .
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED ..143 LIGHTS ......161 ▫...
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 ▫ Flash-To-Pass ......166 ▫ To Deactivate ......174 ▫...
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ....194 OVERHEAD CONSOLE ....184 ▫...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 ▫ Rear Cupholders .....201 ▫ Console Storage..... . .202 CONSOLE FEATURES .
Page 110: Mirrors
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
Page 111: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated.
Page 112: Outside Mirrors
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Outside Mirrors Folding Feature To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) The mirrors are equipped with a rotational hinge. The to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight mirrors have one detent (clockwise) towards the rear of overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
Page 113: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Power Mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the left or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move.
Page 114: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature can be activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster (if equipped). Refer to “Rear Window Features” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
Page 115: Uconnect® Phone - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 desired position. To use the extender feature of the sun Uconnect® PHONE — IF EQUIPPED visor, grab the extender which is located at the rear of the Uconnect® Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- visor and pull rearward.
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect® Phone allows you to transfer calls between WARNING! the system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s Any voice commanded system should be used only microphone for private conversation.
Page 117: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Voice Command Button Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect® Actual button location may vary with the ra- Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect® Phone dio. The individual buttons are described in the menu structure.
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE part of the command when you are asked for it. For To activate the Uconnect® Phone, simply press the example, you can use the compound form voice com- button and follow the audible prompts for directions. mand “Phonebook New Entry,”...
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 • You will then be asked to give your mobile phone a The following are general phone to Uconnect® Phone pairing instructions: priority level between one and seven, with one being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven mobile •...
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system will prompt you to say the number you or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a want to call. name in the phonebook, refer to “Add Names to Your Uconnect®...
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 • Automatic download and update, if supported, begins • This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or as soon as the Bluetooth® wireless phone connection is deleted on the Uconnect® Phone. These can only be made to the Uconnect®...
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., Edit Uconnect® Phonebook Entries “Home,” “Work,” “Mobile,” or “Other”). This will NOTE: allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone- • Editing names in the phonebook is recommended book entry, if desired.
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to delete.
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect® Phonebook Entries List All Names In The Uconnect® Phonebook • Press the • Press the button to begin. button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 125: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Phone Call Features Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect® Phone if the feature(s) are available on your If a call is currently in progress and you have another mobile service plan.
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to “Toggling Conference Call Between Calls” in this section. To combine two calls, refer When two calls are in progress (one active and one on to “Conference Call”...
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 active call is terminated by the phone far end, a call on Call Continuation hold may not become active automatically. This is cell Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the phone-dependent.
Page 128: Uconnect® Phone Features
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect® Phone Features Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is Language Selection reachable: To change the language that the Uconnect® Phone is • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency using: number for your area.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • The emergency number dialed is based on the country • turned on, where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. and • paired to the Uconnect® System, Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may •...
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Paging When calling a number with your Uconnect® Phone that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence To learn how to page, refer to “Working with Automated on your mobile phone keypad, you can press the Systems”.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 The Uconnect® Phone will then send the corresponding Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system tones over the phone. from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect® Phone will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).
Page 132: Advanced Phone Connectivity
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE using Uconnect® Phone. The status is given for network Mute/Un-Mute (Mute ON/OFF) signal strength, phone battery strength, etc. When you mute the Uconnect® Phone, you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 • When prompted, say “List Phones.” from your Uconnect® Phone paired mobile phone to the Uconnect® Phone or vice versa, press the button • The Uconnect® Phone will play the phone names of all and say “Transfer Call.”...
Page 134: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The selected phone will be used for the next phone Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® call. If the selected phone is not available, the Phone Uconnect® Phone will return to using the highest Uconnect®...
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 • Press the button and say the “Voice Training,” This will delete all phone pairing, phone book entries, “System Training,” or “Start Voice Training” com- and other settings in all language modes. The System will mand.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Low-to-medium vehicle speed • It is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the Uconnect® Phonebook. • Low road noise • Phonebook (Downloaded and Uconnect® Phone Lo- • Smooth road surface cal) name recognition rate is optimized when the •...
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be Far End Audio Performance compromised with the convertible top down. • Audio quality is maximized under: Recent Calls • Low-to-medium blower setting If your phone supports “Automatic Phonebook Down- •...
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say To send a message, press the button while the “SMS Read” or “Read Messages.” system is listing the message and say “Send.” • Uconnect® Phone will play the new text message for Uconnect®...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 10. Thanks Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop 11. See You in 15 minutes the system from announcing the new incoming mes- 12. I am on my way sages.
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) call zero cancel confirmation prompts continue three delete four dial five download edit seven emergency eight English nine erase all star (*) Espanol plus (+) Francais pound (#) help add location home...
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE language select phone select list names send list phones set up phone settings or phone set up mobile towing assistance mute transfer call mute off Uconnect® Tutorial new entry voice training work other pair a phone phone pairing pairing...
Page 145: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 General Information VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Voice Command System Operation RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: The Uconnect®...
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pressing the Voice Command button while the WARNING! system is speaking is known as “barging in.” The system will be interrupted, and after the beep, you can add or Any voice commanded system should be used only change commands.
Page 147: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 At any point, if the system does not recognize one of your 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the commands, you will be prompted to repeat it. volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Com- mand system is speaking.
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Bluetooth Streaming” (to switch to Bluetooth® Radio FM Streaming mode) To switch to the FM band, say “FM” or “Radio FM.” In • “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 • “Previous Channel” (to select the previous channel) USB Mode • “List Channel” (to hear a list of available channels) To switch to USB mode, say “USB.” In this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memo Mode – “Previous” (to play the previous memo) To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo.” In – “Delete” (to delete a memo) this mode, you may say the following commands: –...
Page 151: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • “Language French” 2. Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by Uconnect® Voice. For best results, the Voice Training • “Language Spanish” session should be completed when the vehicle is • “Tutorial” parked, engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan switched off.
Page 152: Power Seats
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down Push the switch rearward to decrease the lumbar sup- port. Pushing upward or downward on the switch will The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull raise and lower the position of the support.
Page 154: Heated Seats - If Equipped
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Do not place any article under a power seat or Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to control which could cause a collision and serious the seat controls.
Page 155: Manual Forward Or Rearward Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. WARNING! Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for HIGH, one for LOW and none for OFF.
Page 156: Manual Front Seatback Recline
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE rearward. Release the bar once the seat is in the desired position. Using body pressure, move forward and rear- ward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched. WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 157: Passenger Seat Easy Entry
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Passenger Seat Easy Entry On the passenger seat, pull forward on the lever located on the side of the seatback in order to dump the seatback and slide the seat forward. You can also temporarily remove the seat belt from the guide loop on the seat and allow the seat belt to retract out of the way.
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The AHRs will automatically return to their normal WARNING! position following a rear impact. If the AHRs do not return to their normal position see your authorized The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- dealer immediately.
Page 159: Folding Rear Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 WARNING! Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players. These items may interfere with the operation of the Active Head Restraint in the event of a collision and could result in serious injury or death.
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat Folded Rear Seat When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat strap. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 161: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position, the seat will not provide the proper sta- bility for child seats and/or passengers. An improp- erly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- mately 6 in (15 cm), and then drop it. This should secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
Page 163: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 LIGHTS Headlights And Parking Lights The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights and fog lights.
Page 164: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature. This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels.
Page 165: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 If you turn the headlights or parking lights on, or place Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped the ignition in the RUN position again, the system will The headlights will come on as Daytime Running Lights cancel the delay.
Page 166: Lights-On Reminder
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lights-On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is in the OFF position, a chime will sound to alert the driver when the driver’s door is opened. Fog Lights — If Equipped The front fog light switch is built into the head- light switch.
Page 167: Multifunction Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Multifunction Lever Turn Signals The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows signals, headlight beam selection and passing lights. The on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show multifunction lever is located on the left side of the proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 168: Lane Change Assist
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Change Assist NOTE: If the multifunction lever is held in the flash-to pass position for more than 15 seconds, the high beams Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond will shut off.
Page 169: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 open. This includes the glove box light, but not the trunk light. To restore interior light operation, either place the ignition in the RUN position or cycle the light switch. Dimmer Control The dimmer control is located to the right of the head- light switch.
Page 170: Windshield Wipers And Washers
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Interior Light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom off position. The interior lights will remain off when the doors are open. Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Rotate the dimmer control upward to the first detent. This feature brightens all text displays such as the odometer, Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), and radio when the parking lights or headlights are on.
Page 171: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Mist Feature CAUTION! Rotate the end of the lever downward to the Mist Turn the windshield wipers off when driving position to activate a single wipe cycle to clear off road through an automatic car wash. Damage to the wind- mist or spray from a passing vehicle.
Page 172: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE three wipe cycles after releasing the multifunction lever Headlights On With Wipers (Available With and then resume the intermittent interval previously Automatic Headlights Only) selected. When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper is approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on turned off, the wipers will operate for three wipe cycles...
Page 173: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN To unlock the steering column, pull the lever downward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or shorten upward or downward.
Page 174: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel.
Page 175: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
Page 176: To Deactivate
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate The speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the U.S.
Page 177: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will To Decrease Speed continue to decrease until the button is released, then When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can de- the new set speed will be established.
Page 178: Parksense® Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense® will retain the last system state (enabled or WARNING! disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is changed to the ON/RUN position. Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed.
Page 179: Parksense® Warning Display
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 ParkSense® Warning Display The ParkSense® Warning screen will only be displayed if Sound and Display is selected from the Customer- Pro- grammable Features section of the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer- Programmable Features)”...
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Park Assist System Off Slow Tone The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Fast Tone Continuous Tone I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than...
Page 183: Enabling/Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Enabling/Disabling ParkSense® Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled through the Customer-Programmable Features section of the EVIC. During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense® Rear Park The available choices are: OFF, Sound Only, or Sound and Assist System has detected a faulted condition, the Display.
Page 184: Cleaning The Parksense® System
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations could or other obstruction and then cycle the ignition. If the message continues to appear see an authorized dealer. affect the performance of ParkSense®. • When you turn ParkSense® off in DRIVE, the instru- If SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM appears in the EVIC, see an authorized dealer.
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 • Clean the ParkSense® sensors regularly, taking care CAUTION! not to scratch or damage them. The sensors must not • ParkSense® is only a parking aid and it is unable to be covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or debris. Failure to do so can result in the system not working recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles.
Page 186: Overhead Console
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the Rear Park Assist system. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots before backing up.
Page 187: Sunglasses Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 These lights also turn on when a door is opened, when The HomeLink® buttons that are located in the overhead the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) console designate the three different HomeLink® chan- transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is nels.
Page 188: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when Ensure your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 2. Place the hand - held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to program. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink® button you want to program and the hand - held transmitter button.
Page 190: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE attached to the garage door opener/device motor. Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button Firmly press and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices follow these steps: there may be a light that blinks when the garage door 1.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 2. Place the hand - held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button. cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to The EVIC will display “CHANNEL # TRANSMIT.” If program.
Page 192: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Canadian/Gate Operator Programming 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink® button while you press and release (“cycle”), your For programming transmitters in Canada/United States hand - held transmitter every two seconds. that require the transmitter signals to “time-out” after several seconds of transmission.
Page 193: Using Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button Security To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn follow these steps: in your vehicle. To erase the channels press and hold the two outside 1.
Page 194: General Information
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Press the LEARN button on the Garage Door Opener WARNING! to complete the training for a Rolling Code. Your motorized door or gate will open and close • Did you unplug the device for programming and while you are programming the universal trans- remember to plug it back in? ceiver.
Page 195: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is located between the sun 2. This device must accept any interference that may be visors on the overhead console. received including interference that may cause unde- sired operation.
Page 196: Opening Sunroof - Express
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the object, to project through the sunroof opening.
Page 197: Closing Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 movement. The sunroof and sunshade will remain in a Pinch Protect Feature partially opened condition until the switch is pushed and This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of held rearward again. the sunroof during Express Close operation.
Page 198: Sunshade Operation
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunshade Operation Sunroof Maintenance The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. the glass panel. NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is Ignition Off Operation open.
Page 199: Electrical Power Outlets
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS CAUTION! There are two 12 Volt (13 Amp) electrical power outlets • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 on this vehicle. Both of the outlets are protected by a fuse. Amps) at 12 Volts.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Power Outlet Center Console Power Outlet The center console power outlet is powered directly from Items plugged into this power outlet may discharge the the battery (power available at all times). battery and/or prevent the engine from starting. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw only. Do not insert any other object in the power power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 203: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 CUPHOLDERS Illuminated Front Cupholders — If Equipped The front cupholders are illuminated with LEDs. They Front Cupholders are turned on with the headlights or parking lights. Refer The front cupholders are located in the center console. to “Lights”...
Page 204: Console Storage
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cupholders Sliding Console Armrest CONSOLE FEATURES Console Storage The center console has a storage compartment located Sliding Center Console Armrest underneath the armrest, and also contains a 12 Volt The center console armrest slides forward with three power outlet, a molded-in coin holder (designed to hold detents to provide flexibility for comfort, cupholder use various size coins).
Page 205: Rear Window Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 UCI supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod® and WARNING! iPhone® devices. Refer to “Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) — If Equipped” in “Understanding Your Instru- Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment Panel”...
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear window defroster only when the engine is operating. CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window.
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Sport Mode......230 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..208 ▫...
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) ▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ... . .257 — If Equipped ..... . .239 ▫...
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 ▫ List Or Browse Mode ....269 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE ...275 ▫...
Page 210: Instrument Panel Features
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlets 6 — ESC OFF Switch 11 — Ignition Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Sport Button 12 — Trunk Release Button 3 — Glove Compartment 8 — Hazard Warning Switch 13 —...
Page 211: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 212: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 4. Electronic Speed Control Indicator Light 1. Fuel Gauge This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is on. The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is placed in the ON/RUN position.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 it means that the charging system is experiencing a vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho- problem. See your local authorized dealer to obtain rized dealer for service as soon as possible. service immediately. If the light is flashing when the engine is running, If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting immediate service is required.
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 9. Turn Signal Indicators CAUTION! The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal Driving with a hot engine cooling system could when the turn signal lever is operated. damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,”...
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 on while driving, have the system inspected at an autho- 12. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ rized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Vehicle”...
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: 13. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned trol (ESC) is off.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 15. High Beam Indicator 17. Shift Lever Indicator — Automatic Transmission Only This indicator will turn on when the high beam headlights are on. Push the multifunction lever The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the away from the steering wheel to switch the headlights to instrument cluster.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: U.S. Federal regulations require that upon trans- 20. Brake Warning Light fer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the pur- This light monitors various brake functions, chaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been including brake fluid level and parking brake driven.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required. NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi- turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the...
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 21. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- CAUTION! (Continued) quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera- When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- tion or sensor damage may result when using re- tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure placement equipment that is not of the same size, as intended.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL functioning and service is required. However, the con- start. If the MIL does not come on when turning the key ventional brake system will continue to operate normally from OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked if the BRAKE warning light is not on.
Page 223: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER WARNING! (EVIC) A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal tures a driver-interactive display which is located in the operating conditions.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Surround Sound Modes (if equipped with Driver- This system conveniently allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches Selectable Surround [DSS]) mounted on the steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the The system allows the driver to select information by following: pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering...
Page 225: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 MENU Button SELECT Button Press and release the MENU button to access Press and release the SELECT button for access the main menu, or to return to the main menu to main menus, sub-menus or to select a per- from the sub-menus.
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single • Channels Cleared chime) • Did Not Train • Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime) • Low Tire Pressure (with a single chime) •...
Page 227: Gear Shift Indicator (Gsi) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 • Key not Programmed has been reached. This indication notifies the driver that changing gear will allow a reduction in fuel consump- • Vehicle Not in Park tion. • Key Fob Not Detected When the shift up indicator (+) is shown on the display, •...
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL seconds after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change within 10 seconds. indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the 3.
Page 229: Trip Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 • Average Fuel Economy/Fuel Saver Mode — If Trip Functions Equipped Press and release the MENU button until one of the • Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. following Trip Functions displays in the EVIC: When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read •...
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Fuel Saver Mode–On Fuel Saver Mode–Off • This feature allows you to monitor when you are • Distance To Empty (DTE) driving in a fuel efficient manner, and it can be used to • Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with modify driving habits in order to increase fuel the fuel remaining in the tank.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 • Trip B is determined by a weighted average of the instanta- neous and average fuel economy, according to the Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last current fuel tank level. DTE cannot be reset through reset.
Page 232: Sport Mode
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL a second time within three seconds of resetting the currently-displayed function. (>Reset ALL will display during this three-second window.) Sport Mode This light will illuminate when the sport mode is selected. This mode provides performance based tuning.
Page 233: Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (Dss) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” in “Starting And Oper- Mode will only be available for video media sources ating” for more information. (DVDs, Video CDs, or other video media supported by the radio). NOTE: Under certain conditions, the display may be superseded by another display of higher priority.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Compass Calibration 3. Press the UP or DOWN button until “CALIBRATE COMPASS” displays in the EVIC. This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is 4. Press and release the SELECT button to start the new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will calibration.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Lap- 2. Press and release the MENU button until Personal tops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass Settings displays in the EVIC.
Page 236: System Warnings (Customer Information Features)
234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL System Warnings (Customer Information Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) Features) Press and release the MENU button until “SYSTEM Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall WARNINGS” displays in the EVIC. Then, press the Up or features when the transmission is in PARK.
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Lock Doors Automatically at 15 mph (24 km/h) transmitter UNLOCK button twice to unlock the passen- ger door. When All Doors 1st Press is selected, both of When ON is selected, both doors will lock automatically the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Remote Start Comfort Sys. Horn With Remote Start When this feature is selected and the remote start is When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will activated, the heated steering wheel and driver heated occur when the RKE transmitter REMOTE START button seat features will automatically turn on in cold weather.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Headlamps On With Wipers (Available With Auto when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press Headlamps Only) and release the SELECT button until “0,” “30,” “60,” or “90” appears. When ON is selected, and the headlight switch is in the AUTO (A) position, the headlamps will turn on approxi- Hill Start Assist (HSA) —...
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Delay Power Off To Accessories Until Exit Display ECO Mode — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the power window The “ECO” message is located in the Compass/ switches, radio, Uconnect® phone (if equipped), power Temperature display;...
Page 241: Uconnect® 730N/430/430N Cd/Dvd/Hdd/Nav - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 position and the vehicle speed is less than 11 mph Uconnect® 730N/430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — (18 km/h). The system can be enabled with Sound Only, IF EQUIPPED Sound and Display, or turned OFF through the EVIC. To Refer to your Uconnect®...
Page 242: Uconnect® 130
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® 130 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction, without stopping.
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 another selection. Holding either button will bypass 5. To exit, press any button/knob, or wait five seconds. stations without stopping, until you release it. RW/FF TIME Button Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons Press the TIME button to alternate display of the time causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the and radio frequency.
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the AM/FM Button mid-range tones.
Page 245: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM MP3 Audio Play and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio CAUTION! (Continued) ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and • Dual-media disc types (one side is a DVD, the begin to play when you insert the disc.
Page 247: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 SEEK Button AM/FM Button Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. CD. Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginning SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) of the current selection, or return to the beginning of the Press this button while the CD is playing to activate...
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported Media (Disc Types) display the file name and folder name, and will assign a number instead. With a maximum number of files, The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) cation quency (kHz) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, extension may cause playback problems.
Page 250: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback Of MP3 Files To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option radio checks all files on the medium.
Page 251: Uconnect® 130 With Satellite Radio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions — Radio Mode Press this button to change the display to time of day. The NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or time of day will display for five seconds (when ignition is ACC position to operate the radio.
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next Uconnect Phone” message will display on the radio listenable station in AM/FM mode.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ RW/FF SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL con- Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons trol knob to save time change. causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows.
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL seconds will allow the program format type to be se- control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the lected.
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 16-Digit Character 16-Digit Character Program Type Program Type Display Display Information Inform Sports Sports Jazz Jazz Talk Talk News News Top 40 Top 40 Nostalgia Nostalga Weather Weather Oldies Oldies By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon Personality Persnlty is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency...
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SETUP Button button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window. Select the button (1–6) you wish to lock onto this Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between station and press and release that button. If a button is the following items: not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET/ •...
Page 257: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 Buttons 1 - 6 Inserting Compact Disc(s) Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into commit to pushbutton memory (12 AM and 12 FM the CD player and the CD icon will illuminate on the stations).
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. CAUTION! (Continued) NOTE: Ejecting with the ignition OFF is not allowed on • Do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peel convertible or soft-top models (if equipped). away and jam the player mechanism.
Page 259: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 RW/FF Notes On Playing MP3 Files Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or file recording media and formats are limited.
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). •...
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 Playback Of MP3 Files MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) cation quency (kHz) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more...
Page 262: List Button - Cd Mode For Mp3 Play
260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended Press the INFO button once more to return to elapsed to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a time priority mode. single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or before writing to the disc.
Page 263: Operating Instructions (Uconnect® Phone) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the Radio. This service offers over 130 channels of music, device’s volume set to the proper level. If the AUX audio sports, news, entertainment, and programming for chil- is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up.
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Selecting Uconnect® Multimedia (Satellite) Mode Number (ESN/SID) Press the SAT button until SAT appears in the display. A Please have the following information available when CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio calling: mode.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the remain tuned to the new channel until you make another form of short audio mutes. selection. Holding either button will bypass channels without stopping until you release it. •...
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons channel with the same selected Music Type name. causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the direction of the arrows.
Page 267: Ipod®/Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 SET Button — To Set The Pushbutton Memory Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. When you are receiving a channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. Buttons 1 - 6 The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
Page 268: Connecting The Ipod® Or External Usb Device
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: • If the radio has a USB port, refer to the appropriate Uconnect® Multimedia radio User’s Manual for iPod® or external USB device support capability. • Connecting an iPod® or consumer electronic audio device to the AUX port located in the radio faceplate, plays media, but does not use the iPod®...
Page 269: Using This Feature
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 NOTE: The center console will have a position where the NOTE: If the audio device battery is completely dis- iPod® or consumer electronic audio device cable can be charged, it may not communicate with the iPod®/USB/ routed through without damaging the cable when clos- MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained.
Page 270: Controlling The Ipod® Or External Usb Device Using Radio Buttons
268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Turning it clockwise (forward) by one click, while Controlling The iPod® Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons playing a track, skips to the next track or press the VR button and say Next Track. To get into the iPod®/USB/MP3 control mode and •...
Page 271: List Or Browse Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 during play mode will jump to the next track in the SCAN button again. During Scan mode, pressing the list, or press the VR button and say Next or Previous << SEEK and SEEK >> buttons will select the previous Track.
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Turning it clockwise (forward) and counterclockwise • Preset 2 – Artists (backward) scrolls through the lists, displaying the • Preset 3 – Albums track detail on the radio display. Once the track to be •...
Page 273: Bluetooth® Streaming Audio (Btsa)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 device, then follow the same steps to go to the desired WARNING! track in that list. Not all iPod® or external USB device sub-menu levels are available on this system. Do not plug in or remove the iPod® or external USB device while driving.
Page 274: Harman Kardon® Logic7® High
272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL device first, then it will get streamed to the Uconnect® Previous Track phone system. Seven devices can be paired to the Use the SEEK DOWN button, or press the VR button on Uconnect® phone system, but just one can be selected the radio and say “Previous Track,”...
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 proprietary amplifier and speaker technologies deliver- AUX input; and is activated through Uconnect® radio ing substantial increases in component and system effi- touchscreen. Refer to “Customer Programmable Fea- ciency levels. tures” under “Uconnect® SETTINGS” in “Understand- ing Your Instrument Panel”.
Page 276: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a EQUIPPED push-button in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the rocker The remote sound system controls are located on the rear switch will increase the volume, and pressing the bottom surface of the steering wheel.
Page 277: Cd Player
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 The button located in the center of the left-hand control CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following grammed in the radio preset pushbutton. precautions: CD Player 1.
Page 278: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular CLIMATE CONTROLS disc, it may be damaged (e.g., scratched, reflective coat- Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ing removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- oversized, or have protection encoding.
Page 279: Automatic Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 Automatic Operation You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically. Selecting Operation of the system is quite simple. the “O” (OFF) position on the blower control stops the Turn the Mode Control knob (right knob) and the Blower system completely and closes the outside air intake.
Page 280: Blower Control
278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL insects. Clean with a gentle water spray from behind Manual Operation the radiator and through the condenser. Fabric front This system offers a full complement of manual override fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the condenser, features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic, reducing air conditioning performance.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 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 (right knob) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and •...
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 • Air Conditioner Control NOTE: • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK Press this button to turn on the air position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. conditioning during manual operation only. When the air conditioning is •...
Page 284: Operating Tips
282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips Vacation Storage Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air suggested control settings for various weather condi- conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the tions.
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 Side Window Demisters A/C Air Filter A side window demister outlet is located at each end of The A/C Filter prevents most dust and pollen from the instrument panel. These non-adjustable outlets direct entering the cabin. The filter acts on air coming from air toward the side windows when the system is in the outside the vehicle and recirculated air within the pas- FLOOR, MIX, or DEFROST mode.
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions While In Manual Override I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 287 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....290 MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED . .299 ▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ..290 ▫...
Page 288 286 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Five-Speed Automatic Transmission ..306 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINE ONLY — IF EQUIPPED ..... . .321 ▫...
Page 289 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 ▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped ... . .353 ESC OFF Indicator Light ....335 ▫...
Page 290 288 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ 3.6L Engine — If Equipped....371 VEHICLE LOADING ....379 ▫...
Page 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 ▫ Towing Tips ......391 ▫ Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle . .393 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) .
Page 292: Starting Procedures
290 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if in a location accessible to children), and do not present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with...
Page 293: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 Press the clutch pedal fully to the floor, and cycle the Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ignition switch to the START position and release when The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within 15 position before you can start the engine.
Page 294: Keyless Enter-N-Go™ - If Equipped
292 STARTING AND OPERATING Using Fob With Integrated Key (Tip Start) Keyless Enter-N-Go™ — If Equipped NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm This feature allows the driver to oper- engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the ate the ignition switch with the push accelerator pedal.
Page 295: Normal Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 3. Press firmly on the center of the button to secure it into 2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pressing the position. ENGINE START/STOP button once. Removing The Button 3. The system takes over and attempts to start the vehicle.
Page 296 294 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Release the button when the engine starts. If the 3. If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/ vehicle fails to start within 15 seconds, release the STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle button, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal speed must be above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the Starting”...
Page 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE NOTE: START/STOP Button — Manual Transmission • If the ignition switch is left in the ACC position, the Only system will automatically time out after 30 minutes of 1. With the vehicle stopped, place the shift lever in inactivity and the ignition will switch to the OFF NEUTRAL, then press and release the ENGINE position.
Page 298: Extreme Cold Weather
296 STARTING AND OPERATING Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Functions — With Driver’s 4. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time Foot OFF The Brake Pedal/Clutch Pedal (In PARK to return the ignition switch to the OFF position (EVIC Or NEUTRAL Position) displays “IGNITION MODE OFF”).
Page 299 STARTING AND OPERATING 297 Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE WARNING! (Continued) START/STOP Button) — Automatic Transmission • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it Only started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans- If the engine fails to start after you have followed the mission cannot be started this way.
Page 300 298 STARTING AND OPERATING Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using Fob With START/STOP Button) — Manual Transmission Integrated Key) Only If the engine fails to start after you have followed the If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting”...
Page 301: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 is located on the driver side of the Integrated Power CAUTION! Module. To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 WARNING! seconds before trying again. Remember to disconnect the engine block heater After Starting cord before driving.
Page 302 300 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: During cold weather, you may experience in- CAUTION! creased effort in shifting until the transmission fluid • Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch warms up. This is normal. pedal, or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged, as this will cause abnormal wear on the clutch.
Page 303: Shifting
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 Shifting The spring will try to pull the shift lever toward third and fourth gear. Make sure you move the shift lever into Fully press the clutch pedal and lift your foot off the second or fifth gear. If you let the shift lever move in the accelerator pedal before shifting gears.
Page 304: Recommended Shift Speeds
302 STARTING AND OPERATING Recommended Shift Speeds NOTE: • Your vehicle is equipped with a transmission reverse To utilize your manual transmission efficiently for fuel economy, it should be upshifted as listed in recom- inhibitor system. When vehicle speed is greater than mended shift speed chart.
Page 305: 1-4 Skip Shift
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 Also, this may be more noticeable when the transmis- When the “1–4 Skip Shift Indicator Message” is dis- sion is warm. This is a normal condition and is not an played, the shift mechanism will only allow shifts from indication of a problem with your clutch or transmis- first gear to fourth gear.
Page 306: Automatic Transmission
304 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle • If you skip more than one gear while downshifting has come to a complete stop and the engine is at or downshift at too high an engine speed, you idle speed.
Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
Page 308: Key Ignition Park Interlock
306 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift • Children should be warned not to touch the park- Interlock system (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in PARK ing brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. unless the brakes are applied.
Page 309: Gear Ranges
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles (kilometers). Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears.
Page 310 308 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: When parking on a level surface, you may shift the transmission into PARK first, and then apply the parking • After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow brake. the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is especially important when the engine is cold.
Page 311 STARTING AND OPERATING 309 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, move the shift lever out of PARK with the brake you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is pedal released.
Page 312 310 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a position to the ON/RUN position, and also press number of reasons.
Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 • Look at the transmission gear position display and WARNING! verify that it indicates the PARK position. Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever ignition to coast down a hill.
Page 314 312 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE (D) SPORT — If Equipped This range should be used for most city and highway This mode alters the transmission’s automatic shift driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- schedule for sportier driving. Upshift speeds are in- shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 may be illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your damaging the transmission.
Page 316: Autostick
314 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOSTICK® AutoStick® mode will retain the current gear. When AutoStick® is active, the current transmission gear is AutoStick® is a driver-interactive transmission feature displayed in the instrument cluster. In AutoStick® mode, providing manual shift control, giving you more control the transmission will shift up or down when (+/-) is of the vehicle.
Page 317 STARTING AND OPERATING 315 • The transmission will automatically downshift as the To disengage AutoStick® mode, hold the shift lever to the vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will right or press and hold the (+) shift paddle (if equipped) display the current gear.
Page 318: Sport Mode - If Equipped
316 STARTING AND OPERATING SPORT MODE — IF EQUIPPED DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES This mode alters the transmission’s automatic shift Acceleration schedule for sportier driving. Upshift speeds are in- Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- creased to make full use of available engine power. On pery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull the center console, there is a “SPORT”...
Page 319: Traction
STARTING AND OPERATING 317 Traction Your vehicle may be equipped with a Limited Slip Differential (LSD) that reduces, but does not eliminate, When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a the amount of wheel slip across a given axle for im- wedge of water to build up between the tire and road proved handling.
Page 320: Shallow Standing Water
318 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- carry your vehicle away swiftly. Failure to follow this cle’s braking capabilities, which increases stopping warning may result in injuries that are serious or distances.
Page 321: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Determine the condition of the road or the path • Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can that is under water and if there are any obstacles in cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious the way before driving through the standing water.
Page 322 320 STARTING AND OPERATING steering maneuvers may have occurred, which caused an CAUTION! over temperature condition in the power steering system. You will lose power steering assistance momentarily Extreme steering maneuvers may cause the electri- until the over temperature condition no longer exists. cally driven pump to reduce or stop power steering Once driving conditions are safe, then pull over and let assistance in order to prevent damage to the system.
Page 323: Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L Engine Only - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINE ONLY NOTE: — IF EQUIPPED • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will off four of the engine’s eight cylinders during light load flash.
Page 324: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
322 STARTING AND OPERATING Manual Transmission — If Equipped Automatic Transmission — If Equipped The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To release the lower left corner of the instrument panel.
Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 323 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the in a location accessible to children), and do not parking brake.
Page 326: Brake System
324 STARTING AND OPERATING In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for CAUTION! example, repeated brake applications with the engine OFF) the brakes will still function. The effort required to If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required parking brake released, a brake system malfunction with the power system operating.
Page 327 STARTING AND OPERATING 325 related motor noises. These noises are the system per- These are all normal characteristics of ABS. forming its self check cycle to ensure that the ABS system is working properly. This self check occurs each time the WARNING! vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph (11 km/h).
Page 328 326 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent The “Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning the natural laws of physics from acting on the Light” monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System. The vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of...
Page 329: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) the ON position, have the bulb repaired as soon as This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control possible. under adverse braking conditions by controlling hydrau- lic brake pressure.
Page 330: Traction Control System (Tcs)
328 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) Brake Assist System (BAS) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each This system complements the ABS by optimizing the driven wheel. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is vehicle braking capability during emergency braking applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is maneuvers.
Page 331: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 during this short period of time, the system will release WARNING! brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill. The system will release brake pressure in proportion to The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the the intended direction of travel.
Page 332 330 STARTING AND OPERATING For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the WARNING! following steps: There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded NOTE: You must complete Steps 1 through 8 within 90 vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system seconds.
Page 333: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 8. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then an The ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path additional half-turn to the right. that the driver intends to steer the vehicle and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle.
Page 334 332 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Operating Modes WARNING! (Continued) The ESC system has two or three available operating all accidents, including those resulting from exces- modes: sive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. ESC also cannot prevent accidents ESC On resulting from loss of vehicle control due to inappro- This is the normal operating mode for the ESC.
Page 335 STARTING AND OPERATING 333 The “ESC Off” switch is located in the switch bank near WARNING! the bottom center of the instrument panel. To enter the “Partial Off” mode, momentarily press the “ESC Off” When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS portion of ESC, switch and the ESC Off Indicator Light will illuminate.
Page 336 334 STARTING AND OPERATING in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). WARNING! (Continued) Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” stability. ESC Off mode is intended for off-highway in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further or off-road use only. information. To turn ESC ON again, momentarily press the “ESC Off”...
Page 337: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESC Activation/ ESC OFF Indicator Light Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac- celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible.
Page 338: Tire Safety Information
336 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION The “ESC OFF Indicator Light” indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is partially Tire Markings off or full off. 1 — U.S. DOT Safety Standards 4 — Maximum Load Code (TIN) 2 — Size Designation 5 —...
Page 339 STARTING AND OPERATING 337 NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. ing the size designation. Example: LT235/85R16. design standards.
Page 340 338 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm) 65 = Aspect ratio in percent (%) –...
Page 341 STARTING AND OPERATING 339 EXAMPLE: 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 – The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions, and posted speed limits) Load Identification:...
Page 342: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
340 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire.
Page 343 STARTING AND OPERATING 341 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation – This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
Page 344: Tire Terminology And Definitions
342 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the ve- Cold Tire Inflation Pressure hicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 345: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 343 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. B-Pillar Location For Tire And Loading Information Placard I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 346 344 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading...
Page 347 STARTING AND OPERATING 345 To determine the maximum loading conditions of your 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or “XXX”...
Page 348 346 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. The follow- ing table shows examples on how to calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and num- ber and size of occupants.
Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 350: Tires - General Information
348 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 351: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability WARNING! (Continued) Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the ride.
Page 352 350 STARTING AND OPERATING At least once a month: mile (1.6 km) after a three hour period. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum infla- • Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality tion pressure molded into the tire sidewall. pocket-type pressure gauge.
Page 353: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and 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 354: Tire Types
352 STARTING AND OPERATING Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped additional information. Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- on ice.
Page 355: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 353 If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and Run Flat Tires — If Equipped type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles in sets of four;...
Page 356: Spare Tires - If Equipped
354 STARTING AND OPERATING Spare Tires — If Equipped rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option, refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended NOTE: For vehicles equipped with TIREFIT instead of a tire rotation pattern. spare tire, please refer to “TIREFIT KIT”...
Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire.
Page 358: Tire Spinning
356 STARTING AND OPERATING Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In WARNING! Emergencies” for further information. Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- WARNING! stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.
Page 359: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for further infor- mation. Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: •...
Page 360: Replacement Tires
358 STARTING AND OPERATING Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for WARNING! the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six equipment tire sidewall.
Page 361: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 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 362 360 STARTING AND OPERATING • Install on Rear Tires Only. CAUTION! • Due to limited clearance, P235/55R18 or P225/60R18 To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the tire with a Security Chain Company (SCC) Super Z6 following precautions: low profile traction device or equivalent is recom- •...
Page 363: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 361 tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain CAUTION! (Continued) mud, snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to a • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- smooth, quiet ride. tions on the method of installation, operating Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 364: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
362 STARTING AND OPERATING The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure.
Page 365 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire For example, your vehicle may have a recommended pressure as long as the condition exists, and will not turn cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure off until the tire pressure is at or above the recommended of 30 psi (207 kPa).
Page 366 364 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 equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and or condition.
Page 367: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 365 • 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. The “TPM Telltale Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster, a “LOW TIRE” message will Base System be displayed and a chime will sound when tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless...
Page 368 366 STARTING AND OPERATING Service TPMS Warning 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. If a system fault is detected, the “TPM Telltale Light” will Vehicles with Compact Spare flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. 1.
Page 369: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and The TPMS consists of the following components: reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, • Receiver module, the TPMS will update automatically and the “TPM •...
Page 370 368 STARTING AND OPERATING will automatically update, the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flashing, and the “TPM Telltale Light” will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information.
Page 371 STARTING AND OPERATING 369 longer display, and a pressure value will display in place of the dashes. A system fault can occur due to any of the following: 1. Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM sensors.
Page 372 370 STARTING AND OPERATING message is then followed with a graphic display with 3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above pressure values still shown. This indicates that the pres- 15 mph (24 km/h), the “TPM Telltale Light” will flash sure values are still being received from the TPM sensors on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
Page 373: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 371 low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active FUEL REQUIREMENTS road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 3.6L Engine — If Equipped 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information.
Page 374: L Engine (With Automatic Transmission)
372 STARTING AND OPERATING Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and The use of premium gasoline is not recommended, as it endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- will not provide any benefit over regular gasoline in wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties these engines.
Page 375: L Engine (With Manual Transmission)
STARTING AND OPERATING 373 5.7L Engine (With Manual Transmission) Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- The 5.7L engine (with manual transmis- genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- sion) is designed to meet all emissions ates are required in some areas of the country during the regulations and provide excellent fuel winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions.
Page 376: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
374 STARTING AND OPERATING • Change the engine oil and oil filter. E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles • Disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso- line containing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher engine controller memory.
Page 377: Materials Added To Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 375 therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether CAUTION! (Continued) the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law. and California reformulated gasoline. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor- Materials Added To Fuel mance and damage the emissions control system.
Page 378: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
376 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Intentional tampering with the emissions control WARNING! (Continued) system can result in civil penalties being assessed against • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- you. tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every Carbon Monoxide Warnings time the vehicle is raised.
Page 379 STARTING AND OPERATING 377 CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). • A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into the fuel system. •...
Page 380: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
378 STARTING AND OPERATING Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message WARNING! (Continued) If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a running.
Page 381: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 379 • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear VEHICLE LOADING • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on the “Vehicle Certification Label”. This information • Type of Vehicle should be used for passenger and luggage loading as •...
Page 382: Overloading
380 STARTING AND OPERATING Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle WARNING! separately. It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and rear axles. Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and or rear GAWR.
Page 383: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 381 NOTE: Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed Common Towing Definitions to the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR The following trailer towing related definitions will assist and GAWRs. you in understanding the following information: TRAILER TOWING Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) In this section, you will find safety tips and information...
Page 384 382 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) Tongue Weight (TW) The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the and trailer when weighed in combination. hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases it should not be less than 10% of the trailer load.
Page 385 STARTING AND OPERATING 383 If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC) steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and attempt to eliminate the trailer sway.
Page 386: Trailer Hitch Classification
384 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions WARNING! (Continued) Class Max. Trailer Hitch In- • Weight Distributing Systems may not be compatible dustry Standards with Surge Brake Couplers. Consult with your hitch Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for additional information.
Page 387: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 385 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Max. GTW (Gross Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. Tongue Wt. Trailer Wt.) 3.6L Automatic 12 sq ft (1.11 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) 5.7L Automatic...
Page 388: Towing Requirements
386 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the “Tire and Loading Information”...
Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) overload your vehicle or trailer.
Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING “Tires – General Information” in “Starting And Oper- WARNING! (Continued) ating” for proper tire inflation procedures. • Total weight must be distributed between the tow • Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- vehicle and the trailer such that the following four sures before trailer usage.
Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389 Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes WARNING! • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake This could cause inadequate braking and possible system and cause it to fail.
Page 392 390 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances. Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety.
Page 393 STARTING AND OPERATING 391 Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing up the trailer in an area located away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission — If Equipped The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing.
Page 394 392 STARTING AND OPERATING If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 the desired speed can be maintained. Choose “3” or minutes of continuous operation, then change the trans- “2” if needed to maintain the desired speed. mission fluid and filter as specified for “police, taxi, fleet, •...
Page 395 STARTING AND OPERATING 393 Air Conditioning Turn off temporarily. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Wheels OFF The Towing Condition Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Ground • Transmission in NEU- Flat Tow None TRAL NOT ALLOWED •...
Page 396 394 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission — If Equipped CAUTION! Recreational towing (with rear wheels on the ground) is Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- NOT ALLOWED. The only acceptable method for tow- ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam- ing this vehicle (behind another vehicle) is on a vehicle age from improper towing is not covered under the trailer with all four wheels OFF the ground.
Page 397 STARTING AND OPERATING 395 Manual Transmission — If Equipped CAUTION! Vehicles with a manual transmission may be flat towed Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- (with all four wheels on the ground) under the following ments can cause severe engine and/or transmission conditions: damage.
Page 398 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 399 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...399 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..412 ▫ Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage ..413 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 400 398 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ▫ Manual Transmission ....432 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...429 ▫...
Page 401: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 399 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery. The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the switch bank near the bottom center of the instrument IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS panel.
Page 402: Tirefit Kit - If Equipped
400 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES to high. This allows the heater core to act as a WARNING! supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system. You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 403: Tirefit Storage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 401 TIREFIT Storage TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk. TIREFIT Components 1 — Sealant Bottle 5 — Mode Select Knob TIREFIT Location 2 — Deflation Button 6 — Sealant Hose (Clear) 3 —...
Page 404: Tirefit Usage Precautions
402 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Using The Power Button Your TIREFIT kit is equipped with the following symbols Push and release the Power Button (4) once to to indicate the air or sealant mode. turn On the TIREFIT kit.
Page 405 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 403 the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded. • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the TIREFIT kit.
Page 406 404 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the source. vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the •...
Page 407: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 405 kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and WARNING! (Continued) running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of to place the valve stem in this position before proceed- an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician ing.
Page 408 406 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the tire. valve stem.
Page 409 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 407 NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and latch pillar (recommended pressure). Check the tire the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge (3). Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
Page 410 408 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the (D) Drive Vehicle: valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure storage location.
Page 411 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 409 (E) After Driving: If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher: Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop 1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn on TIREFIT and to Use TIREFIT”...
Page 412: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
410 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as pos- that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in sible.
Page 413: Torque Specifications
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 411 Torque Specifications Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/ Lug Nut/ Bolt Size Bolt Socket Size 130 Ft-Lbs (176 N·m) M14 x 1.50 22 mm **Use only Chrysler recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening. Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles.
Page 414: Jacking And Tire Changing
412 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Page 415: Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 413 WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
Page 416 414 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Fastener Jack Fastener 4. Remove the spare tire. 6. Remove the jack and lug wrench assembly from under the spare tire. Turn the jack screw to the left to loosen 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack. the lug wrench, and remove the wrench from the jack assembly.
Page 417: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 415 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. WARNING! 3. Set the parking brake. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or 4. Place the shift lever into PARK (automatic transmis- hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- sion) or 1st gear (manual transmission).
Page 418: Jacking And Changing A Tire
416 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking And Changing A Tire WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a...
Page 419 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 417 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center CAUTION! cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle. Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking 3.
Page 420 418 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location 5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire and install the spare tire. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 421 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 419 WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts and tire. 7.
Page 422 420 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. 10.
Page 423: Road Tire Installation
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 421 Road Tire Installation 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. seated against the wheel.
Page 424: Preparations For Jump-Start
422 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
Page 425: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 423 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
Page 426 424 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle post of the discharged battery. The resulting electri- or the discharged vehicle.
Page 427 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 425 Disconnecting The Jumper Cables CAUTION! 1. Disconnect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets from the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not the discharged battery.
Page 428: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
426 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE CAUTION! If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the transmission overheating and failure.
Page 429 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 427 CAUTION! WARNING! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- tween DRIVE and REVERSE (with automatic ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or transmission) or FIRST GEAR and REVERSE (with even failure, of the axle and tires.
Page 430: Shift Lever Override
428 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: 1. Turn the engine OFF. 2.
Page 431 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 429 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. Towing Condition Wheels OFF The AUTOMATIC TRANS- MANUAL TRANSMIS- Ground MISSION SION Flat Tow NONE If transmission is oper- If transmission is oper- able: able:...
Page 432 430 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. equipment designed for this purpose, following equip- ment manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 433 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 431 Automatic Transmission CAUTION! The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam- If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- age from improper towing is not covered under the sion is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all...
Page 434 432 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Manual Transmission CAUTION! The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. ments can cause severe engine and/or transmission If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- damage.
Page 435 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... .446 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..436 ▫...
Page 436 434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System — Manual Transmission ▫ Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, (If Equipped)......465 Park/Turn Lamp —...
Page 437 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 ▫ Chassis ......494 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS . .492 ▫...
Page 438: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery 4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Air Cleaner Filter Post) 2 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 8 — Engine Oil Fill 3 —...
Page 439: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 7 — Engine Oil Fill Post) 2 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 5 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 —...
Page 440: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 441: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 Trip Odometer button to turn off the message. If the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II problem continues, the message will appear the next time system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the vehicle is started.
Page 442: Replacement Parts
440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. 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 •...
Page 443: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 available which include detailed service information for MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before The pages that follow contain the required maintenance attempting any procedure yourself. services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
Page 444: Engine Oil
442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to CAUTION! (Continued) check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids fully warmed engine is shut off. that protect the performance and durability of your Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter-...
Page 445 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 Checking Oil Level — 5.7L Engine Change Engine Oil To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Page 446 444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine Identification Symbol MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®, Shell This symbol means that the oil has Helix®...
Page 447 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 Engine Oil Viscosity — 5.7L Engine Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifi- cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent such as should not be used. Pennzoil®...
Page 448: Engine Oil Filter
446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR® engine oil filters are a high quality oil Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and filter and are recommended.
Page 449: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR® engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recom- mended.
Page 450: Air Conditioner Maintenance
448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid positive post and the negative cable is attached to to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 451 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 WARNING! CAUTION! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- system as the chemicals can damage your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are tioning components.
Page 452 450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE A/C Air Filter The filter is located in the fresh air inlet under the hood, behind a removable panel in the cowl on the passenger side of the vehicle, next to the windshield wipers. When installing a new filter, ensure its proper orientation. 1.
Page 453 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 Filter Access Cover A/C Air Filter 3. Remove the used filter. 5. Close the filter access cover. 4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the maintenance intervals.
Page 454: Body Lubrication
452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Lubrication Windshield Wiper Blades Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 455: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453 Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gal (4 L) of washer fluid when the message “Low Washer Fluid” appears in The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (if front of the engine compartment.
Page 456 454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- WARNING! (Continued) haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams over materials that can burn.
Page 457 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 455 NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control CAUTION! (Continued) systems can result in civil penalties being assessed • Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your against you. vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning In the event of engine malfunction, particularly engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe...
Page 458: Cooling System
456 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires WARNING! (Continued) disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic • You or others can be badly burned by hot engine testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 459 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457 Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub- Cooling System — Drain Flush And Refill ber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a leaks.
Page 460 458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Page 461 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 459 you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system. Please review these recommendations for using Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-...
Page 462 460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with WARNING! OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) as soon as • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the possible. cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution. Cooling System Pressure Cap Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine...
Page 463 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 461 rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in a month.
Page 464: Brake System
462 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle. • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in condenser clean.
Page 465 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 463 Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may WARNING! cause leaking in the system. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require- possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or ments described on the brake fluid reservoir.
Page 466 464 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master Parts”...
Page 467: Clutch Hydraulic System - Manual Transmission
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 465 Manual Transmission — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) Fluid Level Check • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the left damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
Page 468: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
466 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Change Transmission Fluid CAUTION! If contaminated with water, change the fluid immedi- Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- ately. See your authorized dealer for service. turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter maintenance intervals.
Page 469 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467 leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may transmission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle adversely affect seals. with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis- sion damage. CAUTION! CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- nents.
Page 470: Rear Axle
468 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Axle Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Fluid Level Check Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Checking the fluid level while the vehicle is on level Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- ground will improve the accuracy of the fluid level graphic locations and usage.
Page 471 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- What Causes Corrosion? lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR® Super Kleen Bug Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of and Tar Remover to remove. paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
Page 472 470 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, Special Care de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive packaged and sealed. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 473 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471 NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives Equipped or polishing compounds. They will permanently damage Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- this finish and such damage is not covered by the New ner: Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 474 472 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Care WARNING! Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. carpeting. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Page 475 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 473 To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- directly on the mirror.
Page 476: Fuses
474 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR® Total Clean, a Cleaning The Center Console Cupholders mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove Clean with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergent the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft with the cupholder in the center console.
Page 477: Integrated Power Module
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 475 Integrated Power Module WARNING! (Continued) The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine • Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition compartment. This module contains fuses and relays. is off and that all the other services are switched off and/or disengaged.
Page 478 476 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use • When installing the integrated power module only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may positioned and fully latched.
Page 479 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 477 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 25 Amp Natural Ignition Coils/Injectors — 25 Amp Natural Headlamp Washer Relay – If Equipped — 30 Amp Green Starter — — — 30 Amp Pink — Windshield Wiper 30 Amp Pink —...
Page 480: Rear Power Distribution Center
478 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — — — — — — Rear Power Distribution Center There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays. Rear Power Distribution Center I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 481 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 479 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use • When installing the power distribution center only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may positioned and fully latched.
Page 482 480 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — — — 40 Amp Green — Integrated Power Module (IPM) 30 Amp Pink — Heated Seats – If Equipped — 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump — 15 Amp Blue Audio Amplifier – If Equipped —...
Page 483 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 481 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 20 Amp Yellow Active Damper – If Equipped — 20 Amp Yellow Heated Seat Module – If Equipped — 20 Amp Yellow Instrument Cluster — 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter (Instrument Panel) —...
Page 484 482 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 5 Amp Tan Cluster/Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/ Powertrain Control Module (PCM)/STOP LIGHT Switch — 10 Amp Red Door Modules/Power Mirrors/Steering Control Module (SCM) — — — — — — — —...
Page 485 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 483 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors – If Equipped — 5 Amp Orange Auto Inside Rearview Mirror/Heated Seats – If Equipped/Switch Bank — — — 30 Amp Pink — Front Blower Motor 30 Amp Pink —...
Page 486: Vehicle Storage
484 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE Interior Bulbs Bulb Number If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your Rear Courtesy/Reading battery. Lamps • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp •...
Page 487: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 485 Exterior Bulbs BULB REPLACEMENT Bulb Number NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- Headlamp – High Inten- D1S (Serviced at Autho- spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric sity Discharge (HID) rized Dealer) conditions change to allow the condensation to change back into a vapor.
Page 488: Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp
486 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE this, you should not attempt to service a headlamp bulb Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp yourself. If a headlamp bulb fails, take your vehicle to 1. Remove the front/rear side marker. Use a fiber stick or an authorized dealer for service. similar tool to gently pry the lamp on the outboard side to disengage the clip.
Page 489: Tail/Turn And Stop Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 487 Tail/Turn And Stop Lamp 1. Open the trunk. 2. Using a screwdriver, remove the tail lamp retainer. Tail Lamp Fasteners 4. Pull back the trunk liner. 5. Remove the remaining fasteners from the back of the tail lamp assembly.
Page 490 488 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 10. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 11. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail lamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise. 12. Reinstall the tail lamp assembly, fasteners, electrical connector, and trunk liner.
Page 491: Center Tail/Backup Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 489 Center Tail/Backup Lamp See your authorized dealer for bulb replacement. Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) The CHMSL uses LED lamps that are not serviceable separately. The CHMSL must be replaced as an assembly, see your authorized dealer. License Lamp 1.
Page 492 490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly. 5. Reattach the lamp to the rear fascia, and then install the screws. Socket Assembly 1 — License Lamp Bulb 2 — Socket I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 493: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 491 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) All Engines 19 Gallons 72 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.6 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters 5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System* 3.6 Liter Engine (MOPAR®...
Page 494 492 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 En- gine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Mate- rial Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, and Shell Helix®.
Page 495 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR® Engine Oil Filters. Spark Plugs – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]). Spark Plugs – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®...
Page 496 494 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Manual Transmission – If We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Equipped Fluid. Automatic Transmission – If Use only ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Equipped Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
Page 497 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart.....498 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .496 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 498 496 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis- Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicator system. The oil change indicator system will indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Page 499 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 497 Severe Duty All Models Required Maintenance Intervals. Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This page for the required maintenance intervals. type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:...
Page 500 498 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals and replace if necessary. Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the manual transmission fluid (if equipped), add as neces- sary.
Page 501 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 499 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary. Adjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin/air conditioning filter.
Page 502 500 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Replace spark plugs (5.7L en- gine). ** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 503 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 501 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change the manual transmission fluid (if equipped) if using your vehicle for any of the following: Most of your driving is at sus- tained speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C), driving in dusty conditions, or stop and go driving.
Page 504 502 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. Change the rear axle fluid if us- ing your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off- road, or frequent trailer towing. Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.
Page 505 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 503 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 506 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 507 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .507 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
Page 508 506 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .513 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....513 ▫...
Page 509: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 507 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 510: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
508 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
Page 511: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 509 In Mexico Contact: Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Sante Fe C.P.
Page 512: Warranty Information
510 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service WARNING! contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain manufacturer’s service contract.
Page 513: Mopar® Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 511 MOPAR® PARTS campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized MOPAR® fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are dealer, and the manufacturer. available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety operating at its best.
Page 514: Publication Order Forms
512 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Diagnostic Procedure Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix cepted.
Page 515: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 513 Call toll free at: Treadwear • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...
Page 516: Temperature Grades
514 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre- WARNING! sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not WARNING! include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or...
Page 517 INDEX I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 518 516 INDEX About Your Brakes ......321 Alarm ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ....324 Arm The System .
Page 519 INDEX 517 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..276 B-Pillar Location ......343 Automatic Transmission .
Page 520 518 INDEX Capacities, Fluid ......491 Child Seat Installation .....92 Caps, Filler Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint .
Page 521 INDEX 519 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..265 Cruise Light ......210 Conserving Fuel .
Page 522 520 INDEX Disposal Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ....331 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ....460 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .
Page 523 INDEX 521 Compartment Identification ....436 Ethanol ....... .373 Coolant (Antifreeze) .
Page 524 522 INDEX Fluid, Brake ......494 Gasoline ......371 Fluid Capacities .
Page 525 INDEX 523 Conserving ......227 Hazard Warning Flasher ....399 Gasoline, Reformulated .
Page 526 524 INDEX Hill Start Assist......329 Interior Lights ......167 Hitches Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers).
Page 527 INDEX 525 Key, Replacement ......18 Automatic Headlights ....162 Keys .
Page 528 526 INDEX High Beam Indicator .....215 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ... .218 High Beam/Low Beam Select .
Page 529 INDEX 527 Maintenance Procedures ....441 Mode Maintenance Schedule ..... .496 Fuel Saver .
Page 530 528 INDEX Change Interval ......443 Overheating, Engine ..... . .212 Checking .
Page 531 INDEX 529 Seats ....... .150 Rear Window Defroster .....203 Steering .
Page 532 530 INDEX Replacement Keys ......18 Seat Belt Reminder ......56 Replacement Parts.
Page 533 INDEX 531 Seatback Release ......157 Shift Lever Override ..... . .428 Tilting .
Page 534 532 INDEX Cold Weather ......296 Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ..58 Engine Fails to Start .
Page 535 INDEX 533 General Information .....348 Tire Safety Information .....336 High Speed .
Page 536 534 INDEX Wiring .......390 Turn Signals ......165 Trailer Towing Guide.
Page 537 INDEX 535 Vanity Mirrors ......112 Washer Variance, Compass ......232 Adding Fluid .
Page 538 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehi- The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed cle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully signals.
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Dodge Challenger 2014 Owner's Manual

Introduction 1

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Understanding Your Instrument Panel

Starting and Operating

Quick Links

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