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Jeep Cherokee Owner's Manual

2014
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  • Page 1 Cherokee 2 0 1 4 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
  • Page 2 This manual illustrates and describes the operation of VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA features and equipment that are either standard or op- US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA tional on this vehicle.

  • Page 3: Introduction 3

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. . . 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....7 ROLLOVER WARNING .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. JEEP is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC. This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- ROLLOVER WARNING tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.

  • Page 7: How To Use This Manual

    INTRODUCTION 5 control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or in a collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by injury.
  • Page 8 6 INTRODUCTION...

  • Page 9: Warnings And Cautions

    INTRODUCTION 7 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 10: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

    8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
  • Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Rearming Of The System ....19 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 ▫...
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...26 LIFTGATE ......47 ▫...
  • Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — SAFETY TIPS ......114 Air Bags .

  • Page 14: A Word About Your Keys

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Your vehicle uses either a key start ignition system or keyless ignition system. The key start ignition system consists of a either a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an Ignition Node Module (IGNM).

  • Page 15: Keyless Ignition Node (Kin)

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the press of a button, as long as the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is in the passenger compartment.

  • Page 16: Key Fob - If Equipped

    14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key Fob — If Equipped The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.

  • Page 17: Ignition Or Accessory On Message

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 you to place the ignition in the OFF position. In addition to the chime, the ignition or accessory on message will display in the cluster. NOTE: The power window switches, radio, power sun- roof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF position.

  • Page 18: Sentry Key

    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 key from the ignition and lock all doors others could be seriously or fatally injured.

  • Page 19: Replacement Keys

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 operation. Therefore, only Key Fobs that are pro- CAUTION! grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate • Do not make modifications or alterations to the the vehicle. The system will not allow the engine to crank if an invalid Key Fob.

  • Page 20: Customer Key Programming

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer Sys- CAUTION! tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and authorized dealer. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- Customer Key Programming tended.

  • Page 21: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved off after three minutes, turn all of the visual signals off by the party responsible for compliance could void the after 15 additional minutes, and then the Vehicle Security user’s authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 22: To Disarm The System

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle: Entry (RKE) transmitter. • Push LOCK on the interior power door lock switch •...

  • Page 23: Security System Manual Override

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, • The driver’s door key cylinder and the liftgate button disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.

  • Page 24: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) outside mirrors — if equipped. Refer to “Mirrors” in The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 25 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Emergency Key Removal (KIN) Emergency Key Removal (IGNM)

  • Page 26: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate Flash Lights With Remote Key Push and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- within five seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate.

  • Page 27: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate second and release. When the Panic Alarm is activated, the turn signals will flash, the horn will pulse on and off, Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- and the interior lights will turn on.

  • Page 28: Programming Additional Transmitters

    26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Programming Additional Transmitters Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be performed at an authorized dealer. Transmitter Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery. NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate •...
  • Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Emergency Key Removal (KIN) Remove Screw From Transmitter Case 2. Separating RKE halves requires screw removal and gently prying the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal.
  • Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Separating Ignition Node Module (IGNM) Transmitter Separating Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) Transmitter Case Case 3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the battery.

  • Page 31: General Information

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 clip, located on the back cover. Avoid touching the NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause by the party responsible for compliance could void the battery deterioration.

  • Page 32: How To Use Remote Start

    30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Battery at an acceptable charge level NOTE: • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic • RKE PANIC button not pushed transmission to be equipped with Remote Start. • System not disabled from previous remote start event •...
  • Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 The EVIC message stays active until the ignition is turned WARNING! (Continued) to the ON/RUN position. • Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters To Enter Remote Start Mode away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death.
  • Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For security, power window and power sunroof op- To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is Before the end of 15-minute cycle, press and release the in the Remote Start mode.

  • Page 35: Door Locks

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 EVIC/DID until you insert the key. Refer to “Elec- The Remote Start Comfort System can be activated and tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” or “Driver deactivated through the Uconnect® SETTINGS. For more Information Display”...

  • Page 36: Power Door Locks

    34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The manual door locks will not lock or unlock WARNING! (Continued) the liftgate. • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and do not WARNING! leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with •...
  • Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 If you press the power door lock switch while the ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN position, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you from accidentally locking the Key Fob in the vehicle.

  • Page 38: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors

    36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if: To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with a 1.
  • Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 NOTE: • When the child lock system is engaged, the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle even though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position. •...

  • Page 40: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been WARNING! raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. sponse time.
  • Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 To Unlock From The Passenger Side With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors and the liftgate automatically.
  • Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE FOBIK-Safe only executes in vehicles with passive entry. NOTE: The vehicle will only unlock the doors when a There are three situations that trigger a FOBIK-Safe valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter is detected inside the search in any passive entry vehicle.
  • Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 To Unlock/Enter The Liftgate The liftgate passive entry unlock feature is built into the electronic liftgate release. With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the electronic liftgate release for a power open on vehicles equipped with Power Liftgate.
  • Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in Uconnect® Settings, all doors will unlock when you push the electronic liftgate release. If Unlock Driver Door 1st press is programmed in Uconnect® Settings, only the liftgate will unlock when you press the electronic liftgate release.
  • Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 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 46: Windows

    44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS There are single window controls on each passenger door trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows. Power Windows The window controls will operate only when the ignition The window controls on the driver’s door control all the is in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
  • Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 To stop the window from going all the way down during WARNING! (Continued) the AUTO-down operation, pull up on the switch briefly. ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N- AUTO-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection Go™...
  • Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger 2. Push the window switch down firmly to the second the auto-reverse function unexpectedly during auto- detent to open the window completely and continue closure.

  • Page 49: Wind Buffeting

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, then open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window.
  • Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in EVIC/DID if equipped, all doors will unlock when you push the electronic release on the liftgate. If Unlock Driver Door 1st press is programmed in Uconnect®, the liftgate will unlock when you press the electronic release on the liftgate For further information, refer to “Uconnect®”...

  • Page 51: Power Liftgate - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 The power liftgate may also be opened or closed by WARNING! pressing the LIFTGATE button located on the left side of the steering wheel on the instrument panel, or closed by Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous pressing the LIFTGATE button located on left rear trim exhaust gases into your vehicle.
  • Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: • In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an • The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph the liftgate.
  • Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 • The power liftgate must be in the full open position for close. However, vehicle movement may result in a rear liftgate close button on the left rear trim, near the detection of an obstruction. liftgate opening to operate.

  • Page 54: Occupant Restraints

    52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS enhance occupant protection by managing occupant Some of the most important safety features in your energy during an impact event vehicle are the restraint systems: •...
  • Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 infant and child restraint systems. For more information WARNING! on LATCH, refer to Lower Anchors and Tether for • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an CHildren (LATCH). air bag.
  • Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat under If You Need Assistance .

  • Page 57: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 and cause a collision that includes you. This can happen WARNING! (Continued) far away from home or on your own street. • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they (SABIC) and Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision.
  • Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in belts are designed to go around the large bones of these areas are more likely to be seriously injured your body.
  • Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the plate into the buckle until you hear a “click”.
  • Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the not protect you properly.
  • Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of up a bit on the shoulder belt.
  • Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- In the front seating positions, the shoulder belt can be tion.

  • Page 63: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.

  • Page 64: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions

    62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are activate the ALR.

  • Page 65: Energy Management Feature

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 position that has a belt with this feature. Children 12 WARNING! years old and under should always be properly re- • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if strained in a vehicle with a rear seat. the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode (ALR) feature or any other seat belt function is not...

  • Page 66: Seat Belt Pretensioning

    64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioning Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert®) The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to BeltAlert® is a feature intended to remind the driver and remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.

  • Page 67: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph Seat Belts And Pregnant Women (8 km/h), BeltAlert® will provide both audio and visual We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts notification.

  • Page 68: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE panel below the steering column and a Supplemental WARNING! Passenger Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the glove compartment. Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision.
  • Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 NOTE: The Driver and Front Passenger Advanced Front and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC Air Bags are certified to the new Federal regulations for air bags, are located above the side windows and their Advanced Air Bags.

  • Page 70: Advanced Front Air Bag Features

    68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Supplemental Passenger Side Knee Air Bag Air Bag System Components • Front and Side Impact Sensors Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components: • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, •...
  • Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) WARNING! Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may • No objects should be placed over or near the air provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant bag on the instrument panel, because any such during a side impact.
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam on the side of the seat’s trim cover (front seats) and between the side seat’s cushion trim cover. Each air bag deploys indepen- dently;...
  • Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 NOTE: WARNING! • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right but they will open during air bag deployment. SABIC, do not stack luggage or other cargo up high •...
  • Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Always sit upright as possible with your back against the Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front seat back, use the seat belts properly, and use the Air Bags work with the Supplemental Driver and Pas- appropriate sized child restraint, infant restraint or senger Side Knee Air Bags and the knee bolsters to booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the...

  • Page 75: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls including the severity and type of collision. Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver and Front Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) Passenger Knee Air Bags are not expected to reduce the The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system risk of injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions.
  • Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration The ORC contains a backup power supply system that over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
  • Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 • Occupant Classification Module (OCM) located in the WARNING! front passenger seat Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- • OCS Sensor located in the front passenger seat ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags •...
  • Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The front passenger is not properly seated or his or her seat and never install a child restraint system, including weight is taken off of the seat for a period of time. a rearward-facing infant seat, in the front passenger seat.
  • Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 The ORC uses the classification to determine whether the passenger Advanced Front Air Bag inflation rate should be modified. In order for the OCS to operate as designed, it is important for the front passenger to be seated properly and properly wearing the seat belt.
  • Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The front passenger seatback is not in the full upright WARNING! (Continued) position injury or death in a collision. Always wear your seat • The front passenger carries or holds an object while belt and sit properly, with the seat back in an upright seated (e.g., backpack, box, etc.) position, your back against the seat back, sitting...
  • Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly...
  • Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly WARNING! Placing an object on the floor under the front pas- senger seat may prevent the OCS from working properly, which may result in serious injury or death (Continued)
  • Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Front Passenger Seat Storage bin do not interfere with the WARNING! (Continued) latch before closing the seat. In addition, after closing the in a collision. Do not place any objects on the floor Front Passenger Seat Storage bin make sure the front under the front passenger.
  • Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE specific model being repaired. Always use the correct WARNING! seat cover and cushion specified for the vehicle. Make sure that objects inside the Flip ’n Stow™ • Do not replace the seat cover or cushion with an Front Passenger Seat Storage bin do not interfere aftermarket seat cover or cushion.
  • Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to WARNING! (Continued) their full size. The air bags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 passenger if the vehicle is involved in a collision. A milliseconds.
  • Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE glove box surface allowing the air bags to inflate to the you if you are not seated properly, or if items are full size. The air bags fully inflate in about 15 to 20 positioned in the area where the side air bag inflates.
  • Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 where the SABIC inflates. This especially applies to event the ORC will determine whether to have the children. The SABIC is only about 3-1/2 in (9 cm) thick Enhanced Accident Response System perform the follow- when it is inflated.
  • Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. functions after an event, the ignition switch must be However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a changed from IGN ON to IGN OFF.
  • Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) upper right side of the instrument panel. Do not Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners can not modify the front bumper, vehicle body structure, or protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, add aftermarket side steps or running boards.

  • Page 90: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to WARNING! (Continued) eight second interval. modify the air bag system for persons with dis- • The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or abilities, contact your authorized dealer.

  • Page 91: Child Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per- NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a formed. The EDR is designed to record data related to non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of the EDR under normal driving conditions and no per- time, typically 30 seconds or less.
  • Page 92 90 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 to www.seatcheck.org Children 12 years or younger should ride properly or call 1–866–SEATCHECK.
  • Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 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 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat. Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until WARNING! they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear facing child safety seat.
  • Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of WARNING! (Continued) their rear-facing convertible child seat. Children should collision. The child could be badly injured or remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for killed.
  • Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Integrated Child Booster Seat — If Equipped 3. Lift the seat cushion up and push back to lock it in the booster seat position. The Integrated Child Booster Seat is located in each outboard second-row passenger seat.
  • Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 1. Can the child sit all the way back against the back of WARNING! the vehicle seat? Securely lock the seat cushion into position before 2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front using the seat.
  • Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 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 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
  • Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
  • Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system weight + weight of the child re- until the combined weight of the straint) for using the LATCH an- child and the child restraint is chorage system to attach the child 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
  • Page 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Can two child restraints be at- Never “share” a LATCH anchorage tached using a common lower with two or more child restraints. LATCH anchorage? If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchor- ages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the...
  • Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
  • Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be You can install up to two child seats using the LATCH equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. system at the same time. If you can fit three child Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower restraints in your vehicle, you must use the seatbelt to anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the...
  • Page 106 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Right and left outboard seating positions (1 and 3): Install the child seats in the right and left outboard seating positions using lower anchorages A and B, and D and E. Do not use the center seat anchorage, C. If the child seats do not block the center seat belt webbing and buckle, the center seat belt can be used to restraint an occupant or child restraint in the center seating...
  • Page 107 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) the LATCH anchors or the vehicle’s seat belt for • Use anchorages C and D to install a LATCH- installing the child seat in position (1), behind the compatible child restraint in the center seating front passenger.
  • Page 108 106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the child seat between the lower anchorages for 5. Tighten all of the straps as you push the child restraint that seating position. For some second row seats, you rearward and downward into the seat. Remove slack may need to recline the seat and/or raise the head in the straps according to the child restraint manufac- restraint to get a better fit.
  • Page 109 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat child restraint belt path and then buckle it. Do not lock Belt the seatbelt. Remind all children in the vehicle that the The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are seat belts are not toys and that they should not play with equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor...
  • Page 110 108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle What is the weight limit (child’s weight + Weight limit of the Always use the tether anchor when using weight of the child restraint) for using the Child Restraint the seat belt to install a forward facing Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a...
  • Page 111 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 Can the rear-facing child restraint touch Contact between the front passenger seat the back of the front passenger seat? and the child restraint is allowed, if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact.
  • Page 112 110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor 7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the to pass it through the seat belt path of the child lap portion around the child restraint while you push restraint.
  • Page 113 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching 4. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped lap portion around the child restraint while you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the 1.
  • Page 114 112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the You may need to move the seat forward to provide belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have better access to the tether anchorage.
  • Page 115 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113 WARNING! • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchorage position directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.

  • Page 116: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    114 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! A long break-in period is not required for the engine and Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. in the engine or damage may result. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).

  • Page 117: Exhaust Gas

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 115 Exhaust Gas WARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked WARNING! vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon cause serious injury or death. monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.

  • Page 118: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

    116 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the Seat Belts engine running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
  • Page 119 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 117 not lit during starting, see your authorized dealer. If the WARNING! light stays on, flickers, or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- Defroster sonal injury.

  • Page 120: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    118 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside WARNING! (Continued) The Vehicle • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always Tires properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning. Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear •...
  • Page 121 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 119 Door Latches Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel, or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and corrected immediately.
  • Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature — If MIRRORS ......128 Equipped .
  • Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Front Heated Seats — If Equipped ..152 ▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ..166 ▫ Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped ..153 ▫...
  • Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 ▫ Front Map/Reading Lights ....172 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED ......183 ▫...
  • Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Cancel ......193 FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) WITH MITIGATION —...
  • Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 ▫ Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® ..235 PARKSENSE® ACTIVE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ......255 ▫...
  • Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using HomeLink® ....288 ▫ Closing Power Shade — Express ...294 ▫...
  • Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 ▫ Console Storage Compartment ... .306 ▫ Rear Storage Bins .....312 ▫...

  • Page 130: Mirrors

    128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
  • Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be NOTE: The ASSIST and 9–1–1 features operate through adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. the Uconnect® Access service. These buttons will only operate as long as your Uconnect®...
  • Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Vehicle Customer Care – Total support for all other 3. Once a connection between the vehicle and a 9-1-1 vehicle issues. operator is made, the 9-1-1 Call system may transmit the following important vehicle information to a 9-1-1 9-1-1 Call operator: 1.
  • Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 NOTE: Once a connection is made between the vehicle’s WARNING! 9-1-1 Call system and the 9-1-1 operator, the 9-1-1 opera- • If anyone in the vehicle could be in danger (e.g., tor may be able to open a voice connection with the vehicle to determine if additional help is needed.
  • Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Phone Screen will display the following message WARNING! (Continued) “Vehicle phone requires service. Please contact your • Modifications to any part of the 9-1-1 Call system dealer.” could cause the air bag system to fail when you •...
  • Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 • Operator error by the 9-1-1 operator. Even if the 9-1-1 Call system is fully functional, factors beyond FCA US LLC’s control may prevent or stop the • Wireless network congestion. 9-1-1 Call system operation. These include, but are not •...

  • Page 136: Outside Mirrors

    134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. convex mirror will look smaller and farther away Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the than they really are.

  • Page 137: Power Folding Mirrors - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 to move the mirror in the direction the arrow is pointing. The selection will time out after 30 seconds of inactivity to guard against accidentally moving a mirror position following an adjustment. NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- ter or the memory switch on the instrument panel to return the power mirrors to pre-programmed positions.
  • Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the switch once and the mirrors will fold in, If the mirrors are in the folded position, and vehicle pressing the switch a second time will return the mirrors speed is equal or greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), they to the normal driving position.

  • Page 139: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 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 140: Sun Visor "Slide-On-Rod" Feature - If Equipped

    138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature — If Equipped The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for addi- tional flexibility in positioning the sun visor to block out the sun. 1. Fold down the sun visor. 2.
  • Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 The BSM detection zone covers approximately one lane beyond the side of your vehicle, this may result in the on both sides of the vehicle (12 ft or 3.8 m). The zone BSM warning light remaining illuminated the entire starts at the outside rear view mirror and extends ap- time the vehicle is in a forward gear.
  • Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entering From The Side Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side of the vehicle. Warning Light Location The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three different entry points (side, rear, front) while driving to see if an alert is necessary.
  • Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Entering From The Rear Overtaking Traffic Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the vehicle remains in speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
  • Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtaking/Approaching Overtaking/Passing The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, berms, etc. However, occasionally the system may alert on such objects. This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require service.
  • Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Stationary Objects Opposing Traffic The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are WARNING! traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in adjacent lanes. The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones.

  • Page 146: Rear Cross Path

    144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicles mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.

  • Page 147: Modes Of Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can Modes Of Operation be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the Three selectable modes of operation are available in the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the Uconnect®...

  • Page 148: General Information

    146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE turn signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an Blind Spot Alert Off alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime When the BSM system is turned off there will be no will also be sounded.

  • Page 149: Seats

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Operation is subject to the following two conditions: WARNING! 1. The device may not cause harmful interference. • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or 2. The device must accept any interference received, outside of a vehicle.
  • Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seat Switch Power Seat Recliner Switch Reclining The Seatback Forward Or Rearward WARNING! The seatback can be reclined both forward and rearward. Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the Push the seat recliner switch forward or rearward, the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.

  • Page 151: Manual Seats - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Power Lumbar — If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats may be equipped with power lumbar. The power lumbar switch is located on the outboard side of the power seat. Push the switch forward or rearward to increase or decrease the lumbar support.
  • Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
  • Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If Equipped The driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by using a lever, located on the outboard side of the seat. Pull upward on the lever to raise the seat height or push downward on the lever to lower the seat height.
  • Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Heated Seats — If Equipped time, the display will change from HI to LO, indicating the change. The LO-level setting will turn OFF automati- The front heated seats control buttons are located within cally after a maximum of 45 minutes.

  • Page 155: Front Ventilated Seats - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 fine perforations in the seat cover to help keep the driver WARNING! and front passenger cooler in higher ambient tempera- • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin tures. The fans operate at two speeds, HIGH and LOW. because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, The front ventilated seats control buttons are located spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-...

  • Page 156: Head Restraints

    154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start WARNING! On models that are equipped with remote start, the The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- ventilated seats can be programed to come on during a erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- remote start.
  • Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 The AHRs will automatically return to their normal position following a rear impact. If the AHRs do not return to their normal position see your authorized dealer immediately. To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint.

  • Page 158: 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat With Fold-Flat Feature

    156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 NOTE: Prior to folding the rear seat, it may be necessary Rear Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment to position the front seat to its mid-track position. Also, Lift up on the adjusting bar located at the front of the seat be sure that the front seats are fully upright and posi- near the floor and release it when the seat is at the desired tioned forward.
  • Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Raise the seatback and lock it into place. WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers.

  • Page 161: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows the driver to store up to two different memory profiles, for easy recall through a memory switch. Each memory profile contains desired position settings for the driver seat and side mirrors and a set of desired radio station presets.

  • Page 162: Programming The Memory Feature

    160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer- ences (i.e., seat, side mirror and radio station presets). 3. Press and release the SET button on the memory switch, then press the number (1) button within five seconds.

  • Page 163: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 NOTE: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory • For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, Your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters can be memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in programmed to recall one of two pre-programmed PARK, but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a memory profiles with a press of the UNLOCK button on...

  • Page 164: Memory Position Recall

    162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Press and release the SET button on the memory Memory Position Recall switch, then within five seconds press and release the NOTE: button labeled 1 or 2 accordingly. “Memory Profile • For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, Set”...

  • Page 165: Easy Entry/Exit Seat

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the forward of the rear stop. The seat will return to its MEMORY buttons (S, 1, or 2) during a recall. When a previously set position when you place the ignition recall is cancelled, the driver seat will stop moving.

  • Page 166: To Open And Close The Hood

    164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and pull the safety latch release lever forward (toward you). The safety Two latches must be released to open the hood. latch release lever is located behind the center front 1.

  • Page 167: Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 LIGHTS CAUTION! Headlight Switch To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- The headlight switch is located on the left side of mately 6 in (15 cm), and then drop it.

  • Page 168: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped

    166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the third detent for automatic headlight operation.

  • Page 169: Headlight Time Delay

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are If you turn the headlights or parking lights on, or place turned off if they were turned on by this feature. the ignition in ACC or RUN, the system will cancel the delay.

  • Page 170: Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control - If Equipped

    168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If and other obstructions on the windshield or camera Equipped lens will cause the system to function improperly. • To opt out of the Advanced Auto High-Beam Sensitiv- The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control system provides increased forward lighting at night by automat- ity Control (default) and enter Reduced High-Beam...

  • Page 171: Daytime Running Lights (Drl)

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 NOTE: This system will not activate until the vehicle is NOTE: If allowed by law in the country in which the at or above 15 mph (24 km/h). vehicle was purchased the Daytime Running Lights can be turned on and off using the Uconnect®...

  • Page 172: Multifunction Lever

    170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates when the fog lights are turned on. NOTE: The fog lights will operate with the low beam headlights or parking lights on. However, selecting the high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.

  • Page 173: Turn Signals

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 NOTE: • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective.

  • Page 174: Lane Change Assist

    172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Change Assist switch on either side of the console. To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. These lights also turn on Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond when a door is opened, or when the UNLOCK button on the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed,...

  • Page 175: Interior Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 There are courtesy lights located above the front seats. With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the lens. instrument panel dimmer control upward will increase To turn the lights off, press the lens a second time.
  • Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ambient Light Control — If Equipped Dome Light Position Rotate the ambient dimmer control upward or down- Rotate the instrument panel dimmer control completely ward to increase or decrease the brightness of the ambi- upward to the second detent to turn on the interior lights.

  • Page 177: Battery Saver Feature

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Battery Saver Feature To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open.

  • Page 178: Intermittent Wiper System

    176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) turned off, and the blades cannot return to the “park” position, damage to the wiper motor may occur. Intermittent Wiper System Use one of the four intermittent wiper settings when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable delay between cycles, desirable.

  • Page 179: Windshield Washer Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 while in the intermittent setting, the wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval pre- viously selected. Intermittent Wiper Operation NOTE: If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled.

  • Page 180: Mist

    178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the lever is pulled while the wipers are in the off NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer position, the wipers will operate for several wipe cycles, pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the then turn off.

  • Page 181: Windshield Wiper De-Icer - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped resume previous operation except, if the Windshield Wiper De-Icer timer and operation shall continue. Your vehicle may be equipped with a Windshield Wiper De-Icer feature that may be activated under the following Rain Sensing Wipers —...
  • Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Low Ambient Temperature — When the ignition is NOTE: first turned ON, the Rain Sensing system will not • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the operate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position.

  • Page 183: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 wiper operation can resume, if it has been selected, and no other inhibit conditions (mentioned previously) exist. TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column.

  • Page 184: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped

    182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To lock the steering column in position, push the control heated steering wheel can shut off early or may not turn handle upward until fully engaged. on when the steering wheel is already warm. The heated steering wheel control button is located WARNING! within the climate or controls screen of the touchscreen.

  • Page 185: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the WARNING! right side of the steering wheel. • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion, or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the steering wheel heater.

  • Page 186: To Activate

    184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.

  • Page 187: To Deactivate

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 To Deactivate The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h): A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the U.S.

  • Page 188: To Accelerate For Passing

    186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • 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 189: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - If

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 need to reset your cruise control. ACC utilizes a radar WARNING! sensor and a forward facing camera designed to detect a vehicle directly ahead of you. Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed.
  • Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Does not always fully recognize complex driving to be attentive of road, traffic, and weather condi- conditions, which can result in wrong or missing tions, vehicle speed, distance to the vehicle ahead; and, most importantly, brake operation to ensure distance warnings.

  • Page 191: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 NOTE: Normal (fixed speed) electronic speed control WARNING! (Continued) will not react to preceding vehicles. Always be aware of • When entering a turn lane or highway off ramp; the mode selected. when driving on roads that are winding, icy, snow- You can change the mode by using the Cruise Control covered, slippery, or have steep uphill or downhill buttons.

  • Page 192: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)

    190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifications to the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise Control. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) You can only engage ACC if the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h).

  • Page 193: To Activate/Deactivate

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 NOTE: You cannot enable ACC under the following To Activate/Deactivate conditions: Push and release the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) • When in Four-Wheel Drive Low. ON/OFF button. The ACC menu in the EVIC displays “ACC Ready.”...

  • Page 194: To Set A Desired Acc Speed

    192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE time, the system will turn off and the EVIC will display WARNING! “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Off.” Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system on when not in use is dangerous. You could acciden- tally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.

  • Page 195: To Cancel

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 • The shift lever/gear selector is removed from the NOTE: ACC cannot be set if there is a stationary vehicle in front of your vehicle in close proximity. Drive position. • The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control Sys- Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.

  • Page 196: To Resume

    194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control WARNING! ON/OFF button is pressed. The Resume function should only be used if traffic • The ignition is turned OFF. and road conditions permit. Resuming a set speed •...
  • Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will The speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: continue to increase in 10 km/h increments until the button is released.

  • Page 198: Setting The Following Distance In Acc

    196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The ACC system decelerates the vehicle to a full stop Metric Speed (km/h) when following a target vehicle. If an ACC host vehicle • Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 km/h follows a target vehicle to a standstill, after two decrease in set speed.
  • Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead. This distance setting displays in the EVIC. Distance Setting 3 Bars (Long) Distance Setting 4 Bars (Longest)
  • Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Distance Setting 2 Bars (Medium) Distance Setting 1 Bar (Short) To increase the distance setting, press the Distance Set- ting — Increase button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting increases by one bar (longer).
  • Page 201 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on To decrease the distance setting, press the Distance Setting — Decrease button and release. Each time the ACC Activation). button is pressed, the distance setting decreases by one The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited;...

  • Page 202: Overtake Aid

    200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtake Aid When driving with ACC engaged and following a target vehicle, the system will provide an additional accelera- tion to assist in passing vehicles in front. This additional acceleration is triggered when the driver utilizes the left turn signal.

  • Page 203: Acc Operation At Stop

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 ACC Operation At Stop the parking brake will be activated, and the ACC system will be cancelled. If the ACC system brings your vehicle to a standstill while following a target vehicle, if the target vehicle starts WARNING! moving within two seconds of your vehicle coming to a standstill, your vehicle will resume motion without the...
  • Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) ON/ The ACC screen may display once again if any ACC OFF button (located on the steering wheel) until one of activity occurs, which may include any of the following: the following displays in the EVIC: •...

  • Page 205: Display Warnings And Maintenance

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 Display Warnings And Maintenance vehicle has left these areas. Under rare conditions, when the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path “Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” this warning may temporarily occur.
  • Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so NOTE: could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and • If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar require a sensor realignment. Sensor”...
  • Page 207 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 obstructions, such as mud, dirt, or ice on windshield and When the condition that created limited functionality is fog on the inside of glass. In these cases, the EVIC will no longer present, the system will return to full function- display “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front ality.

  • Page 208: Precautions While Driving With Acc

    206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Precautions While Driving With ACC In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection issues. In these cases, ACC may brake late or unexpect- edly. The driver needs to stay alert and may need to intervene.
  • Page 209 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 the vehicle is out of the curve the system will resume Using ACC On Hills your original Set Speed. This is a part of normal ACC When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in system functionality.
  • Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Changing ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are traveling. In the illustration shown, ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes and it may not detect the vehicle until it’s too late for the ACC system to take action.
  • Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Narrow Vehicles Stationary Objects And Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they vehicles.

  • Page 212: General Information

    210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information which turns the ACC and the NORMAL (Fixed Speed) ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL OFF. Pressing of the FCC Requirements For Vehicular Radar Systems NORMAL (Fixed Speed) ELECTRONIC SPEED CON- TROL ON/OFF button will result in turning ON (chang- Classification Specifications: ing to) the Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Con- 47 C.F.R.
  • Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 To Set A Desired Speed The speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: Turn the Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic U.S. Speed (mph) Speed Control ON. When the vehicle has •...
  • Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to increase in 10 km/h increments until the continue to decrease in 5 mph increments until the button is released.
  • Page 215 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 To Cancel To Resume Speed The following conditions will cancel the Normal (Fixed To resume a previously set speed, push the RES button Speed) Electronic Speed Control without clearing the and release. Resume can be used at any speed above memory: 20 mph (32 km/h).

  • Page 216: Forward Collision Warning (Fcw) With Mitigation - If Equipped

    214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) WITH NOTE: FCW monitors the information from the forward MITIGATION — IF EQUIPPED looking sensors as well as the Electronic Brake Controller (EBC), to calculate the probability of a forward collision. Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation When the system determines that a forward collision is Operation...
  • Page 217 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 NOTE: • The minimum speed for FCW activation is 5 mph (10 km/h). • The FCW alerts may be triggered on objects other than vehicles such as guard rails or sign posts based on the course prediction.
  • Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect every type of potential collision. The driver has the responsibility to avoid a collision by controlling the vehicle via braking and steering.
  • Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 • Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the system Changing FCW And Active Braking Status from warning you of a possible collision with the The FCW Sensitivity And Active Braking Settings are vehicle in front of you.

  • Page 220: Lanesense - If Equipped

    218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Once the condition that limited the system performance is no longer present, the system will return to its full • The system will retain the last setting selected by the performance state. If the problem persists, see your driver after ignition shut down.

  • Page 221: Turning Lanesense On Or Off

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 LaneSense system uses a forward looking camera to the driver to remain within the lane. When only a single detect lane markings and measure vehicle position lane marking is detected, a haptic (torque) warning will within the lane boundaries.
  • Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LaneSense Warning Button Lane Sense On Message To turn the LaneSense system ON, press the LaneSense To turn the LaneSense system OFF, press the LaneSense button to turn the system ON (LED turns off). A “Lane button once to turn the system OFF (LED turns on).

  • Page 223: Lanesense Warning Message

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 LaneSense Warning Message The LaneSense system will indicate the current lane drift condition through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). 3.5 EVIC Screen — If Equipped When the LaneSense system is ON; the lane lines are gray when both of the lane boundaries have not been detected and the LaneSense indicator is solid white.
  • Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been NOTE: The LaneSense system operates with the similar approached and is in a lane departure situation, the behavior for a right lane departure when only the right left thick lane line flashes from white to gray, the left lane marking has been detected.
  • Page 225 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 • For example: If approaching the left side of the lane the steering wheel will turn to the right. Lanes Sensed (White Lines/Green Indicator) • When the LaneSense system senses a lane drift situa- tion, the left thick lane line and the left thin line turn Lane Sensed (Solid White Thick Line, Solid White Thin Line/Solid Yellow Indicator)
  • Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been approached and is in a lane departure situation, the left thick lane line flashes from white to gray, the left thin line remains solid white and the LaneSense indi- cator changes from solid yellow to flashing yellow.
  • Page 227 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 7.0 EVIC Screen — If Equipped Left Lane Departure — Only Left Lane Detected • When the LaneSense system is ON, the LaneSense When the LaneSense system is ON; the lane lines are gray when both of the lane boundaries have not been detected indicator is solid white when only the left lane mark- and the LaneSense indicator is solid white.
  • Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Left Lane Departure — Both Lanes Detected • When the LaneSense system is ON, the lane lines turn from gray to white to indicate that both of the lane markings have been detected. The LaneSense indicator is solid green when both lane markings have been detected and the system is “armed”...
  • Page 229 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 • For example: If approaching the left side of the lane the steering wheel will turn to the right. Lanes Sensed (White Lines/Green Indicator) • When the LaneSense system senses a lane drift situa- tion, the left thick lane line and left thin line turn solid Lane Sensed (Solid Yellow Thick Line, Solid Yellow Thin Line/Solid Yellow Indicator)
  • Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been approached and is in a lane departure situation, the left thick lane line flashes yellow (on/off) and the left thin line remains solid yellow. The LaneSense indicator changes from solid yellow to flashing yellow.

  • Page 231: Changing Lanesense Status

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 Changing LaneSense Status PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED The LaneSense system has settings that you can config- ure the intensity of the torque warning and the warning The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist system provides visual zone sensitivity (early/late) through the Uconnect®...

  • Page 232: Parksense® Sensors

    230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE fast. The system will become active again if the vehicle The ParkSense® Warning screen is located within the speed is decreased to speeds less than approximately Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). It provides 6 mph (9 km/h).
  • Page 233 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous. If an obstacle is detected in the left and/or right rear region, the display will show a single flashing arc in the left and/or right rear region and will produce a fast sound tone.
  • Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Slow Tone/Solid Arc Slow Tone/Solid Arc...
  • Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 Fast Tone/Flashing Arc Continuous Tone/Flashing Arc The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
  • Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Rear Dis- Greater 79-59 in 59-47 in 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than than tance (200-150 cm) (150-120 (120-100 (100-65 (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 79 in (200 (in/cm) Arcs —...

  • Page 237: Enabling And Disabling Parksense

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 NOTE: ParkSense® will reduce the volume of the radio, if on, when the system is sounding an audio tone. Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled with the ParkSense® switch, located on the switch panel below the Uconnect®...

  • Page 238: Service The Parksense® Rear Park Assist System

    236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REVERSE and the system is disabled, the EVIC will (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for display the “PARKSENSE OFF” message for as long as further information. When the shift lever/gear selector is the vehicle is in REVERSE.

  • Page 239: Cleaning The Parksense® System

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 • When you move the shift lever/gear selector to the Cleaning The ParkSense® System REVERSE position and ParkSense® is turned OFF, the Clean the ParkSense® sensors with water, car wash soap EVIC will display “PARKSENSE OFF” message for as and a soft cloth.
  • Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE system misinterpreting a close object as a sensor CAUTION! (Continued) problem, causing the “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE • The vehicle must be driven slowly when using SERVICE REQUIRED” message to be displayed in the ParkSense® in order to be able to stop in time EVIC.

  • Page 241: Parksense® Front And Rear Park Assist

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 up or moving forward, e.g. during a parking maneuver. WARNING! (Continued) If your vehicle is equipped with an Automatic Transmis- • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- sion, the vehicle brakes may be automatically applied mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- and released when performing a reverse parking maneu- bly is disconnected from the vehicle when the...
  • Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The automatic braking function may only be applied if If your vehicle is equipped with a Manual Transmission, the vehicle deceleration is not enough to avoid collid- the automatic braking function in REVERSE gear is not ing with a detected obstacle.

  • Page 243: Parksense® Sensors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 ParkSense® can be active only when the shift lever is in NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with the ParkSense® REVERSE or DRIVE (NON-REVERSE for manual trans- Active Park Assist system, six sensors will be located in mission).

  • Page 244: Parksense® Display

    242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The ParkSense® Warning screen is located within the If an obstacle is detected in the center rear region, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). It provides display will show a single solid arc in the center rear visual warnings to indicate the distance between the rear region and will produce a one-half second tone.
  • Page 245 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 Single 1/2 Second Tone/Solid Arc Slow Tone/Solid Arc...
  • Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Slow Tone/Solid Arc Fast Tone/Flashing Arc...
  • Page 247 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 Fast Tone/Flashing Arc Continuous Tone/Flashing Arc The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
  • Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Rear Dis- Greater 79-59 in 59-47 in 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than than tance (200-150 cm) (150-120 (120-100 (100-65 (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 79 in (200 (in/cm) Arcs —...
  • Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 NOTE: ParkSense® will reduce the volume of the radio, If an obstacle is detected in the left and/or right front if on, when the system is sounding an audio tone. region, the display will show a single flashing arc in the left and/or right front region and will produce a fast Front Park Assist sound tone.
  • Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE No Tone/Flashing Arc Fast Tone/Flashing Arc...
  • Page 251 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle: Continuous Tone/Flashing Arc...
  • Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Front Distance Greater than 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 47 in (120 cm) (120-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Arcs — Left None None None 2nd Flashing...

  • Page 253: Enabling And Disabling Parksense

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 If the Uconnect® System is equipped, chime volume settings will not be accessible from the EVIC. The chime volume settings include LOW, MEDIUM, and HIGH. The factory default volume setting is MEDIUM. ParkSense® will retain its last known configuration state through ignition cycles.

  • Page 254: Service The Parksense® Park Assist System

    252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REVERSE and the system is disabled, the EVIC will has detected a faulted condition, the EVIC will display a display the “PARKSENSE OFF” message for as long as PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS , the vehicle is in REVERSE.

  • Page 255: Cleaning The Parksense® System

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 If PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS ParkSense® System Usage Precautions or PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE FRONT SEN- NOTE: SORS appears in the Electronic Vehicle Information • Ensure that the front and rear bumper are free of snow, Center (EVIC) make sure the outer surface and the underside of the rear fascia/bumper and/or front fascia/ ice, mud, dirt and debris to keep the ParkSense®...
  • Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • ParkSense®, when on, will reduce the volume of the • ParkSense® should be disabled when the liftgate is in radio when it is sounding a tone. the open position. An opened liftgate could provide a false indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle.

  • Page 257: Parksense® Active Park Assist System

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) that the driver looks over his/her shoulder when vehicle is not used for towing. Failure to do so can using ParkSense®. result in injury or damage to vehicles or obstacles because the hitch ball will be much closer to the obstacle than the rear fascia when the loudspeaker WARNING!

  • Page 258: Enabling And Disabling The Parksense® Active Park Assist System

    256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system may not work in all conditions (e.g. maintains control of the accelerator, shift lever and brakes. Depending on the driver’s parking maneuver environmental conditions such as heavy rain, snow, selection, the ParkSense® Active Park Assist system is etc., or if searching for a parking space that has capable of maneuvering a vehicle into a parallel or a surfaces that will absorb the ultrasonic sensor waves).
  • Page 259 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 The ParkSense® Active Park Assist system will turn off automatically for any of the following conditions: • The parking maneuver is completed. • Vehicle speed greater than 18 mph (30 km/h) when searching for a parking space. •...
  • Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The ParkSense® Active Park Assist system will allow a • Vehicle speed is less than 15 mph (25 km/h). maximum of six shifts between DRIVE (automatic NOTE: If the vehicle is driven above approximately transmission) or forward gear (manual transmission) 15 mph (25 km/h), the EVIC will instruct the driver to and REVERSE.

  • Page 261: Parallel Parking Space Assistance Operation/Display

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 • The driver needs to make sure that the selected Parallel Parking Space Assistance Operation/ Display parking space for the maneuver remains free and clear of any obstructions (e.g. pedestrians, bicycles, etc.). When the ParkSense® Active Park Assist system is •...
  • Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Active ParkSense Searching Space Found — Keep Moving Forward When an available parking space has been found, and the Once the vehicle is in position, you will be instructed to vehicle is not in position, you will be instructed to move stop the vehicle’s movement and remove your hands forward to position the vehicle for a parallel parking from the steering wheel.
  • Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 Space Found — Stop And Remove Hands From Wheel Space Found — Shift To Reverse Once the vehicle is at a standstill with your hands When the driver places the shift lever into the REVERSE removed from the steering wheel, you will be instructed position, the system may instruct the driver to wait for to place the shift lever into the REVERSE position.
  • Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Check Surroundings — Wait For Steering To Complete Check Surroundings — Move Backward The system will then instruct the driver to check their NOTE: surroundings and move backward. • It is the drivers responsibility to use the brake and accelerator during the semi-automatic parking maneu- ver.
  • Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 • When the system instructs the driver to remove their When the vehicle has reached the end of its backward hands from the steering wheel, the driver should check movement, the system will instruct the driver to check their surroundings and begin to back up slowly.
  • Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: It is the drivers responsibility to use the brake and stop the vehicle. The driver should check their surroundings and be prepared to stop the vehicle either when instructed to, or when driver intervention is re- quired.
  • Page 267 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 Check Surroundings — Wait For Steering To Complete Check Surroundings — Move Forward The system will then instruct the driver to check their When the vehicle has reached the end of its forward surroundings and move forward.
  • Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Once the vehicle is in a standstill condition, the driver will be instructed to place the shift lever into the RE- VERSE position. Check Surroundings — STOP NOTE: It is the drivers responsibility to use the brake and stop the vehicle.
  • Page 269 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 Check Surroundings — Wait For Steering To Complete Check Surroundings — Move Backward The system will then instruct the driver to check their Your vehicle is now in the parallel park position. When surroundings and move backward.

  • Page 270: Perpendicular Parking Space Assistance Operation/Display

    268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Perpendicular Parking Space Assistance Operation/Display When the ParkSense® Active Park Assist system is enabled, the “Active ParkSense Searching - Press OK for Perpendicular Park” message will show in the EVIC display. Push the OK button on the left side steering wheel switch to change your parking space setting to a perpendicular maneuver.
  • Page 271 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 NOTE: • When searching for a parking space, use the turn signal indicator to select which side of the vehicle you want to perform the parking maneuver. The ParkSense® Active Park Assist system will automati- cally search for a parking space on the passenger’s side of the vehicle if the turn signal is not activated.
  • Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When seeking for a parking space, the driver should drive as parallel or perpendicular (depending on the type of maneuver) to other vehicles as possible. • The feature will only indicate the last detected parking space (example: if passing multiple available parking spaces, the system will only indicate the last detected parking space for the maneuver).
  • Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 Space Found — Stop And Remove Hands From Wheel Space Found — Shift To Reverse Once the vehicle is at a standstill with your hands When the driver places the shift lever into the REVERSE removed from the steering wheel, you will be instructed position, the system may instruct the driver to wait for to place the shift lever into the REVERSE position.
  • Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Check Surroundings — Wait For Steering To Complete Check Surroundings — Move Backward The system will then instruct the driver to check their NOTE: surroundings and move backward. • It is the drivers responsibility to use the brake and accelerator during the semi-automatic parking maneu- ver.
  • Page 275 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 • When the system instructs the driver to remove their When the vehicle has reached the end of its backward hands from the steering wheel, the driver should check movement, the system will instruct the driver to check their surroundings and begin to back up slowly.
  • Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: It is the drivers responsibility to use the brake and stop the vehicle. The driver should check their surroundings and be prepared to stop the vehicle either when instructed to, or when driver intervention is re- quired.
  • Page 277 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 Check Surroundings — Wait For Steering To Complete Check Surroundings — Move Forward The system will then instruct the driver to check their When the vehicle has reached the end of its forward surroundings and move forward.
  • Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Once the vehicle is in a standstill condition, the driver will be instructed to place the shift lever into the RE- VERSE position. Check Surroundings — STOP NOTE: It is the drivers responsibility to use the brake and stop the vehicle.
  • Page 279 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 Check Surroundings — Wait For Steering To Complete Check Surroundings — Move Backward The system will then instruct the driver to check their Your vehicle is now in the perpendicular park position. surroundings and move backward. When the maneuver is complete, the driver will be instructed to check the vehicle’s parking position.
  • Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Parking Position message will be momentarily dis- CAUTION! played. • The ParkSense® Active Park Assist system is only a parking aid and it is unable to recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles. Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not detected at all.

  • Page 281: Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera - If

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) damage to vehicles or obstacles because the hitch • Drivers must be careful when performing parallel ball will be much closer to the obstacle than the or perpendicular parking maneuvers even when rear fascia when the loudspeaker sounds the con- using the ParkSense®...
  • Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE screen. After five seconds this note will disappear. The When enabled, active guide lines are overlaid on the ParkView® camera is located on the rear of the vehicle image to illustrate the width of the vehicle and its above the rear License plate.
  • Page 283 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 The following table shows the approximate distances for each zone: Zone Distance to the rear of the vehicle 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm) Yellow 1 ft - 3 ft (30 cm - 1 m) Green 3 ft or greater (1 m or greater) WARNING!

  • Page 284: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped

    282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens. GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink®...

  • Page 285: Before You Begin Programming Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
  • Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- gram while keeping the HomeLink® indicator light in view. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink® button you want to program and the hand-held trans- mitter button.

  • Page 287: Programming A Non-Rolling Code

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 Firmly press and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, there may be a light that blinks when the garage door follow these steps: opener/device is in the LEARN/TRAIN mode.
  • Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To program the remaining two HomeLink® buttons, 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT gram while keeping the HomeLink®...

  • Page 289: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 Canadian/Gate Operator Programming 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- For programming transmitters in Canada/United States gram while keeping the HomeLink® indicator light in that require the transmitter signals to “time-out”...

  • Page 290: Using Homelink

    288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- 3. Without releasing button proceed with ming is complete and the garage door/device should “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” step 2 and activate when the HomeLink® button is pressed. follow all remaining steps.

  • Page 291: Troubleshooting Tips

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is disabled when WARNING! the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- Troubleshooting Tips ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while If you are having trouble programming HomeLink®, programming the transceiver.

  • Page 292: General Information

    290 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with use a garage door opener without these safety fea- FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not ex- tures. Call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet pressly approved by the party responsible for compli- at www.HomeLink.com for safety information or ance could void the user’s authority to operate the...
  • Page 293 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 291 Power Sunroof Switches Power Shade Switches The power shade switches are located to the right be- WARNING! tween the sun visors on the overhead console. • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.

  • Page 294: Opening Sunroof - Express

    292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! (Continued) A comfort stop position and full open position are the accessible to children. Do not leave the ignition of programmed automatic stops for the sunroof open posi- a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™...

  • Page 295: Opening Sunroof - Manual Mode

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 293 Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express A comfort stop position is a programmed automatic stop Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop for the sunroof open position.

  • Page 296: Opening Power Shade - Express

    294 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the sunshade is in the closed position when the the full-open position. Any release of the switch will stop vent switch is pressed, the sunshade will automatically the movement and the shade will remain in a partially cycle to the halfway open position prior to the sunroof opened condition until the switch is pushed and held opening to the Vent position.

  • Page 297: Closing Power Shade - Manual Mode

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 295 Closing Power Shade — Manual Mode Wind Buffeting To close the shade, press and hold the switch in the Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of forward position. Any release of the switch will stop the pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the movement and the shade will remain in a partially closed ears.

  • Page 298: Ignition Off Operation

    296 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ignition OFF Operation the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position, while the outlets labeled with a “battery” are connected directly The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to to the battery and powered at all times.
  • Page 299 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 297 The front power outlet is located inside the storage area The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo on the center stack of the instrument panel. area. Front Power Outlet Rear Power Outlet In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a power NOTE: The rear power outlet can be switched to “bat-...
  • Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Power Outlet Fuse Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 — F75 Fuse 20 A Yellow Front Power Outlet/Cigar Lighter Con- sole Bin 2 — F92 Fuse 20 A Yellow Rear Power Outlet 3 — F60 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Center Console...
  • Page 301 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 299 WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if To avoid serious injury or death: plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.

  • Page 302: Power Inverter - If Equipped

    300 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED 150 Watts. Certain high-end video games, such as Play- station3 and XBox360 will exceed this power limit, as will most power tools. To turn on the power inverter outlet, simply plug in the device.

  • Page 303: Wireless Charging Pad - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 301 WIRELESS CHARGING PAD — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use. •...

  • Page 304: Wireless Charging Pad Operation

    302 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE your Qi enabled mobile phone. Qi is a standard that uses Wireless Charging Pad Operation magnetic induction to transfer power to your mobile To use the wireless charging pad, the coil in your mobile device.
  • Page 305 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 303 4. Adjust the wireless charging pad mobile phone cradle to hold the mobile phone in position. The cradle moves by pushing down on the finger tabs and adjusting the cradle in or out. Mobile Phone Alignment NOTE: The mobile phone must be aligned around the Qi logo for the LED to transition from red to flashing green.
  • Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The initial adjustment will only need to be done WARNING! once as long as only one mobile phone is used. If a different mobile phone is used, the cradle will need to be Do not place metal object(s) between the mobile readjusted.

  • Page 307: Cupholders

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 305 CUPHOLDERS There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers, located in the center armrest. There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers, located in the center console. Rear Cupholders Front Cupholders...

  • Page 308: Storage

    306 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Glove Compartment The glove compartment is located on the passengers side of the instrument panel. Pull outward on the latch to open the glove compartment. There is also an additional storage bin located above the instrument panel in the center of the dash.
  • Page 309 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 307 Upper Console Charging Pad Center Console To open, pull up on the latch and lift the cover. The center console has a storage area which can hold cell phones, PDAs, and other small items.

  • Page 310: Flip 'N Stow™ Front Passenger Seat Storage - If Equipped

    308 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Flip ’n Stow™ Front Passenger Seat Storage — If Equipped Some models may be equipped with storage under the front passenger seat cushion. Pull upward on the seat cushion loop to open the storage compartment. Center Console Storage WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart-...

  • Page 311: Cargo Area Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 309 WARNING! Be certain that the seat cushion is locked securely into position before using the seat. Otherwise, the seat will not provide the proper stability for passen- gers. An improperly latched seat cushion could cause serious injury.

  • Page 312: Cargo Extension Panels

    310 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Extension Panels WARNING! Cargo extension panels can be folded and unfolded. • Cargo tie-downs are not safe anchors for a child When the rear seats are moved to the more forward seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or accident, a positions and the rear seat backs are folded down, the tie-down could pull loose and allow the child seat extension panels can be unfolded manually by hand (2 of...

  • Page 313: Retractable Cargo Area Cover - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 311 Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to handling. To avoid loss of control resulting in per- secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or sonal injury, follow these guidelines for loading your protect passengers from loose cargo.

  • Page 314: Rear Storage Bins

    312 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The removable retractable cargo area cover mounts in the notches in the trim panels. Then, lower the cover to cargo area behind the top of the rear seats. position the posts into the bottom of the notches and release the handle.

  • Page 315: Rear Window Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 313 steering column. The rear wiper/washer is operated by rotating a switch, located at the middle of the lever. Rear Storage Bins REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Wiper/Washer Control Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the wind- shield wiper/washer lever on the right side of the...

  • Page 316: Rear Window Defroster

    314 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the “park” the first detent for intermittent operation and to position.

  • Page 317: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 315 NOTE: CAUTION! (Continued) • The Windsheild Wiper De-Icer (if equipped) shall be • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive activated automatically when the Rear Defrost is window cleaners on the interior surface of the turned on and when the ambient temperature is below window.
  • Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE and luggage load inside the vehicle, plus the load on the CAUTION! (Continued) luggage rack, do not exceed the maximum vehicle load truck traffic, can add sudden upward loads. This is capacity. especially true on large flat loads and may result in damage to the cargo or your vehicle.
  • Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..319 Messages ......357 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —...
  • Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Manual Climate Controls Without Touchscreen — iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . .385 If Equipped ......389 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS —...

  • Page 321: Instrument Panel Features

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Demister Outlet 5 — Instrument Cluster 9 — Passenger Air Bag 13 — Stop/Start Ignition Button 2 — Air Outlet 6 — Electronic Speed Control 10 — Glove Compartment 14 —...

  • Page 322: Instrument Cluster - Base

    320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE...

  • Page 323: Instrument Cluster - Premium

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...

  • Page 324: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 5. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display/ Odometer Display 1. Tachometer The odometer display shows the total distance the ve- Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute hicle has been driven. (RPM x 1000).
  • Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 When the appropriate conditions exist, this display has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake messages.
  • Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
  • Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the brakes.
  • Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 9. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator 12. Turn Signal Indicator Light — If Equipped The arrows will flash with the exterior turn sig- This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- nals when the turn signal lever is operated. A tone trol (ESC) is off.
  • Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when approximately one minute and then remain continuously one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
  • Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 15. Temperature Gauge CAUTION! The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- The TPMS has been optimized for the original ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
  • Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 17. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) WARNING! The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or an Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II that others could be badly burned by steam or boiling monitors engine and automatic transmission con- coolant.
  • Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 18. Vehicle Security Light CAUTION! This light will flash rapidly for approximately Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator 15 – seconds when the vehicle security alarm is Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine arming.

  • Page 333: Electronic Vehicle Information Center

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER The EVIC Menu items consist of the following: (EVIC) • Speedometer The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- • Vehicle Info tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the • Driver Assist instrument cluster.
  • Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • UP Arrow Button The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the UP arrow button to scroll wheel: upward through main menu submenus.

  • Page 335: Displays - 3.5" Display

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 • BACK/LEFT Arrow Button Press and release the LEFT arrow button to access the information screens or sub-menu screens of a main menu item. • OK Button Press the OK button to access/select the information screens or sub-menu screens of a main menu item.
  • Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Brake Warning Light The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic This light monitors various brake functions, system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is including brake fluid level and parking brake indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on application.
  • Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
  • Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Unstored Messages 4. Main Display Area This message type is displayed indefinitely or until The main display area will normally display the main the condition that activated the message is cleared. menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main Examples of this message type are “Turn Signal On”...
  • Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 5. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) — If Equipped 6. Fuel Gauge The Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system Fuel Gauge displays the level of fuel in the fuel tank provides the driver with visual and steering when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position.
  • Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL towing. It may also occur when operating the vehicle WARNING! (Continued) in a high torque converter slip condition, such as contact with hot engine or exhaust components and 4-wheel drive operation (e.g., snow plowing, off- cause a fire.
  • Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • LaneSense Service — If Equipped 11. Speed For Electronic Cruise Control Setting This telltale will turn on to indicate that the This displays the set speed of the Electronic Lane Sense Departure has detected a Speed Control.
  • Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Electronic Speed Control ON on the EVIC screen, it indicates that extreme steering This light will turn on when the electronic maneuvers may have occurred, which caused an over speed control is ON. For further informa- temperature condition in the power steering system.
  • Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 • Door Ajar Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is cor- This light will turn on to indicate that one rected. This light does not show how much oil is in or more doors may be ajar. the engine.
  • Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or en- This light informs you of a problem with gine stall and your vehicle may require towing. the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) sys- •...
  • Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Low range or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to provides a greater gear reduction ratio to provide in- exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range. creased torque at the wheels.

  • Page 346: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays - 7" Display

    344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING! (Continued) coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer for service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, see “Maintaining Your Vehicle”. Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph.
  • Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 • When the LDW system is ON and ready the lane 4. Brake Warning Light lines and LDW indicator are the color gray. This light monitors various brake functions, • When the LDW system is armed, the lane lines including brake fluid level and parking brake change to white and the LDW indicator changes to application.
  • Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- WARNING! ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on dangerous.
  • Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is and can be reviewed from the “Messages” main applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- menu item. As long as there is a stored message, an tion.
  • Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Five Second Unstored Messages 8. EVIC Selectable Display Area When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of This area displays selectable information (Compass, message takes control of the main display area for Temp, Range to Empty, Trip, Average MPG or L/100 km). five seconds and then returns to the previous screen.
  • Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 • Selec Speed Control Indicator — If Equipped • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Distance Setting The symbol illuminates and is active only Display in 4WD Low range when either the HDC This will display the distance setting for the switch on the instrument panel is selected ACC system.
  • Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Amber Reconfigurable Telltale Display WARNING! • Transmission Temperature Warning Light If you continue operating the vehicle when the This light indicates that there is excessive Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi- transmission fluid temperature that might nated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in occur with severe usage such as trailer contact with hot engine or exhaust components and...
  • Page 353 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 • Low Coolant Level Indicator For further information on four-wheel drive opera- This telltale will turn on to indicate the tion and proper use, refer to “Four-Wheel Drive vehicle coolant level is low. Operation — If Equipped” in “Starting And Operating”.
  • Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message Indicator odometer reading before the repair/service, so that This telltale will turn on to indicate the fuel you can be sure that it is properly reset, or that the filler cap is loose.
  • Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal WARNING! (Continued) operating range. coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer for service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to CAUTION! look under the hood yourself, see “Maintaining Your Driving with a hot engine cooling system could Vehicle”.
  • Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and NOTE: call for service. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- in “What To Do In Emergencies” for more tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle.
  • Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 • Oil Pressure Warning Light on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a prob- This light indicates low engine oil pressure. lem with the charging system. Obtain SERVICE IM- The light should turn on momentarily when MEDIATELY.

  • Page 358: Engine Oil Change Indicator System

    356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the light remains lit with the engine running, your possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. If information.

  • Page 359: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 reset the oil change indicator system (after performing Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) the scheduled maintenance) refer to the following proce- Messages dure. • Front Seatbelts Unbuckled Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™ • Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled 1.
  • Page 360 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Service Power Steering • Service Electronic Throttle Control • Cruise Off • Lights On • Cruise Ready • Right Turn Signal Light Out • Cruise Set To XXX MPH • Left Turn Signal Light Out •...
  • Page 361 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 • Remote Start Aborted Hood Open • Automatic Unavailable Use Autostick Service Req. • Remote Start Aborted Tailgate Open • Transmission Getting Hot Press Brake • Remote Start Aborted Time Expired • Trans. Hot Stop Safely Shift to Park Wait to Cool •...

  • Page 362: Evic Selectable Menu Items

    360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EVIC Selectable Menu Items arrow button and Coolant Temp will be displayed. Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow button to scroll through the Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow buttons until information sub-menus and press the OK button to select the desired Selectable Menu icon is highlighted in the or reset the following resettable sub-menus: EVIC.
  • Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until Refer to “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” “Tire Pressure” is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and under “Starting and Operating” for further information. release the RIGHT arrow button and one of the following Driver Assist Menu will be displayed: Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu...
  • Page 364 362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • System Off Adaptive Cruise Control Ready • ACC Proximity Warning When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed setting has not been selected, the display will read “Adaptive Cruise • ACC Unavailable Warning Control Ready.” •...
  • Page 365 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 • Average Fuel Economy Fuel Economy • Elapsed Time Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow Hold the OK button to reset all the information. button until the Fuel Economy icon is highlighted. Audio •...

  • Page 366: Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items

    364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Outside Temp (default setting) Screen Setup • Oil Temp Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow • Time button until the Screen Setup display icon is • Range To Empty (RTE) highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the OK button to enter the sub-menus.

  • Page 367: Uconnect® Settings

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 • Time • Time • Range To Empty (RTE) • Range To Empty • Average MPG or L/100 km • Average MPG or L/100 km • Current MPG or L/100 km • Current MPG or L/100 km •...
  • Page 368 366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® 5.0 Soft-Keys And Hard-Keys 1 — Uconnect® Soft-Keys 2 — Uconnect® Hard-Keys Uconnect® 8.4 Soft-Keys And Hard-Keys 1 — Uconnect® Soft-Keys 2 — Uconnect® Hard-Keys...

  • Page 369: Hard-Keys

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 Hard-Keys Soft-Keys Hard-Keys are located below the Uconnect® system in Soft-Keys are accessible on the Uconnect® display. the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect® Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right side of the 5.0/8.4 Settings Climate Controls in the center of the instrument panel.
  • Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Display Brightness With Headlights ON release the preferred setting until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that setting has been se- When in this display, you may select the brightness with lected. Once the setting is complete, either touch the back the headlights on.
  • Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 • Touchscreen Beep soft-key, then touch the desired language soft-key until a check-mark appears next to the language, showing that When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key sound heard when a touchscreen button (soft-key) is to return to the previous menu.
  • Page 372 370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Time Minutes Clock After pressing the “Clock” soft-key the following settings When in this display, you may adjust the minutes. The will be available: “Sync with GPS Time” soft-key must be unchecked. To make your selection, touch the “+”...
  • Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 • Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Active Braking — Safety/Assistance If Equipped After touching the “Safety/Assistance” soft-key the fol- lowing settings will be available: The FCW system includes Advanced Brake Assist (ABA). When this feature is selected, it will apply the brakes to •...
  • Page 374 372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ParkSense® Active Park Assist — If Equipped lane departures. The LDW sensitivity can be set to provide either an “early”, “medium” or “late” warning The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind zone start point.
  • Page 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 Refer to “EVIC settings” or “Uconnect® Settings” in Refer to “ParkSense® Rear Park Assist” in “Understand- “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- ing The Features Of Your Vehicle” for system function formation. and operating information. •...
  • Page 376 374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL system is activated and will only show a visual alert in image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the outside mirrors. When Lights & Chime mode is the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The image will be activated, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) will show a displayed on the radio touchscreen display along with a visual alert in the outside mirrors as well as an audible...
  • Page 377 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 center line overlay indicates the center of the vehicle to to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch assist with parking or aligning to a hitch/receiver. the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. •...
  • Page 378 376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL engine is shut off. To change the Headlights Off Delay The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are setting, touch the “Headlights Off Delay” soft-key, and turned off if they were turned on by this feature. To make choose either 0 sec, 30 sec, 60 sec or 90 seconds.
  • Page 379 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 • Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped Doors & Locks After pressing the “Doors & Locks” soft-key the follow- When this feature is selected, the headlights will turn on ing settings will be available: whenever the engine is running. To make your selection, touch the Daytime Running Lights soft-key, until a •...
  • Page 380 378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks Lock” soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to set- ting, indicating that the setting has been selected. Touch When 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks is selected, only the the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu.
  • Page 381 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 NOTE: If the vehicle is programmed 1st Press Of Key Fob return to the previous menu. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N- Unlocks, all doors will unlock no matter which Passive Go™” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”. Entry equipped door handle is grasped.
  • Page 382 380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Auto-On Comfort Seats” soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to set- ting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the After touching the “Auto-On Comfort” soft-key the fol- back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. lowing settings will be available: Engine Off Options •...
  • Page 383 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 • Variance equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to OFF. Opening Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic either front door will cancel this feature. To change the North and Geographic North.
  • Page 384 382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the compass by pushing the “ON” button on the touch- screen and completing one or more 360-degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the CAL indicator displayed in the EVIC turns off. The compass will now function normally.
  • Page 385 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 • Paired Devices NOTE: Bass/Mid/Treble allow you to simply slide your finger up or down to change the setting as well as touch This feature shows which phones are paired to the directly on the desired setting. Phone/Bluetooth®...

  • Page 386: Uconnect® Radios - If Equipped

    384 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Clear Personal Data Restore Settings After pressing the “Restore Settings” soft-key the follow- When this feature is selected it will remove personal data ing settings will be available: including Bluetooth® devices and presets. To Clear Per- sonal Data touch the “Yes”...

  • Page 387: Ipod®/Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED Located in the front storage area, this feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port. iPod® control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod® and iPhone®...

  • Page 388: Radio Operation

    386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available (AM/FM/SXM/ CD/AUX, etc.). The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a pushbutton in the center. The function of the left-hand control is different depending on which mode you are in.

  • Page 389: Cd Player

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 CD Player 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface. Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once 2.

  • Page 390: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones

    388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular General Information disc, it may be damaged (e.g., scratched, reflective coat- This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and ing removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) RSS 210 of Industry Canada.

  • Page 391: Climate Controls

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. This system can be operated through either the controls on the instrument panel or through the Uconnect® system dis- play.
  • Page 392 390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Front Blower Control Temperature Control There are seven blower speeds. Use Use this control to regulate the tem- this control to regulate the amount of perature of the air inside the passenger air forced through the system in any compartment.
  • Page 393 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 MAX A/C Mode Control (Air Direction) For maximum cooling, when MAX A/C is selected the A/C is turned on automatically and the air is Mode control allows you to choose recirculated. from several patterns of air distribu- tion.
  • Page 394 392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bi-Level Mode cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat at the windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort, Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. while reducing moisture on the windshield. Defrost Mode NOTE: There is a difference in temperature (in any conditions other than full cold or full hot), between the...
  • Page 395 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 • The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb- illuminate when you are in Recirculation mode. Only use the Recirculation mode to temporarily block out any ing the mode control selection by pressing the A/C outside odors, smoke, or dust, and to cool the interior button.

  • Page 396: Manual Climate Controls With Touchscreen - If

    394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Stop/Start System — If Equipped While in an Autostop, the Climate Controls system may automatically adjust airflow to maintain cabin comfort. Customer settings will be maintained upon return to an engine running condition. Manual Climate Controls With Touchscreen — If Equipped Hard-Keys The hard-keys are located below the Uconnect®...
  • Page 397 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 Uconnect® 5.0 Manual Temperature Controls — Uconnect® 8.4 Manual Temperature Controls — Soft-Keys Soft-Keys...
  • Page 398 396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-Keys And 4. Front Defrost Button Soft-Keys) Press and release to change the current airflow setting to 1. MAX A/C Button Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates when this fea- ture is ON. Air comes from the windshield and side Press and release to change the current setting, the window demist outlets.
  • Page 399 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 blower speeds available. Adjusting the blower will cause CAUTION! automatic mode to switch to manual operation. The speeds can be selected using either hard-keys or soft-keys Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to as follows: the heating elements: •...
  • Page 400 398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Bi-Level Mode 7. Modes Air comes from the instrument panel outlets The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, directed through the defrost and side window demis- demist outlets and defrost outlets.
  • Page 401 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in MIX 10. Temperature Control Up Button (Uconnect® 8.4) and DEFROST modes even if the A/C button is not Provides temperature control. Push the hard-key button pressed. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the wind- for warmer temperature settings or on the touchscreen, shield.

  • Page 402: Automatic Climate Controls With Touchscreen

    400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Climate Controls With Touchscreen — Soft-Keys If Equipped Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. Hard-Keys The hard-keys are located below the Uconnect® screen. Uconnect® 8.4 Automatic Temperature Controls — Soft-Keys Uconnect® Automatic Climate Controls — Hard-Keys...
  • Page 403 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 401 Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-Keys And 4. AUTO Operation Button Soft-Keys) Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by 1. MAX A/C Button adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch between Press and release to change the current setting, the manual mode and automatic modes.
  • Page 404 402 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Rear Defrost Button CAUTION! (Continued) Press and release this button to turn on the rear window • Use care when washing the inside of the rear defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). window.
  • Page 405 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 403 NOTE: Pressing this button while in Sync mode will 10. Blower Control automatically exit Sync. Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air 8. Passenger Temperature Control Down Button forced through the climate system. There are seven blower speeds available.
  • Page 406 404 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 11. Modes NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con- ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air warmer air from the floor outlets. comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, •...

  • Page 407: Climate Control Functions

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 405 13. Driver Temperature Control Down Button NOTE: In Sync mode, this button will also automatically adjust the passenger temperature setting at the same Provides the driver with independent temperature con- time. trol. Push the hard-key button for cooler temperature settings or on the touchscreen, touch and slide the Climate Control Functions soft-key temperature bar towards the blue arrow soft-key...
  • Page 408 406 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position can be adjusted to desired user settings. Pressing other settings • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch to the select Defrost mode and increase blower speed.

  • Page 409: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 407 the windshield. On systems with Manual Climate Con- 3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is trols, the Recirculation mode is not allowed in Defrost not necessary to change the settings. You will experi- mode to improve window clearing operation.

  • Page 410: Operating Tips

    408 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Operation Override Summer Operation The system allows for manual selection of blower speed, The engine cooling system must be protected with a air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation con- high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corro- trol.
  • Page 411 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 409 fresh air and high blower setting. This will ensure eliminate window fogging on the front windshield. adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility When this occurs, recirculation will be unavailable. of compressor damage when the system is started again. Outside Air Intake Window Fogging Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the...
  • Page 412 410 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions...
  • Page 413 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .422 STARTING PROCEDURES ....416 ▫ Normal Starting..... . .416 ▫...
  • Page 414 412 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Rear Electronic Locker (E-Locker) System — If ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB) ..446 Equipped ......436 ▫...
  • Page 415 STARTING AND OPERATING 413 ▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..468 ▫ Tire Pressure ......486 ▫...
  • Page 416 414 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release..520 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .502 ▫ Base System ......505 ▫...
  • Page 417 STARTING AND OPERATING 415 ▫ Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle . .535 ▫ Recreational Towing — 4WD Models With 1-Speed Power Transfer Unit ... . .537 ▫ Recreational Towing — Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) ▫...

  • Page 418: Starting Procedures

    416 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Start the engine with the shift lever in the NEUTRAL or PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting to any Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both driving range. inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Normal Starting WARNING! NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine...

  • Page 419: Extreme Cold Weather

    STARTING AND OPERATING 417 starter will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. If this 3. If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds, place the occurs, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, ignition to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position, wait five wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting”...

  • Page 420: After Starting

    418 STARTING AND OPERATING clear any excess fuel, press the accelerator pedal all the WARNING! (Continued) way to the floor and hold it. Then, cycle the ignition • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it switch to the START position and release it as soon as the started.

  • Page 421: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 419 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED 3. Pull the cord to the front of the vehicle and plug it into a grounded, three-wire extension cord. The engine block heater warms the engine and permits quicker starts in cold weather. 4.

  • Page 422: Automatic Transmission

    420 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure Remember to disconnect the engine block heater those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is electrical cord could cause electrocution.

  • Page 423: Key Ignition Park Interlock

    STARTING AND OPERATING 421 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEU- seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal TRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle or the transmission gear selector.

  • Page 424: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System

    422 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System speeds (refer to Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock Sys- tem in this section). Select the DRIVE range for normal This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift driving. Interlock system (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in PARK unless the brakes are applied.

  • Page 425: Gear Ranges

    STARTING AND OPERATING 423 Operation in this section for further information). Mov- Gear Ranges ing the shift lever into the ERS (-/+) position (beside the DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or DRIVE position) displays the current gear in the instru- NEUTRAL into another gear range.
  • Page 426 424 STARTING AND OPERATING the transmission locking mechanism may make it diffi- WARNING! (Continued) cult to move the shift lever out of PARK. As an added • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a if the engine speed is higher than idle speed.
  • Page 427 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you fob and lock your vehicle. must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with position to the ON/RUN position, and also press access to an unlocked vehicle.
  • Page 428 426 STARTING AND OPERATING • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever CAUTION! will not move out of PARK. Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other REVERSE (R) reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
  • Page 429 STARTING AND OPERATING 427 while towing heavy trailers), use the Electronic Range temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im- Select (ERS) shift control (refer to Electronic Range Select proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to (ERS) Operation in this section) to select a lower gear achieve maximum efficiency.
  • Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission Limp Home Mode 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. Transmission function is monitored electronically for 5. Restart the engine. abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home longer detected, the transmission will return to normal Mode is activated.

  • Page 431: Four-Wheel Drive Operation

    STARTING AND OPERATING 429 You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any NOTE: To select the proper gear position for maximum vehicle speed. When the shift lever is in the DRIVE deceleration (engine braking), simply press and hold the position, the transmission will operate automatically, shift lever forward (-).
  • Page 432 430 STARTING AND OPERATING Additionally, on dry pavement under heavy throttle input (where one may have no wheel spin), torque will be sent to the rear in a pre-emptive effort to improve vehicle launch and performance characteristics. CAUTION! All wheels must have the same size and type tires. Unequal tire sizes must not be used.

  • Page 433: 2-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4Wd) - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 431 2-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) — If Equipped Selec-Terrain Switch The Four-Wheel Drive is fully automatic in the normal driving mode. The Selec-Terrain buttons provide three 2-Speed 4WD Switch selectable mode positions: • 4WD LOW • REAR LOCK (If Equipped)

  • Page 434: Shift Positions

    432 STARTING AND OPERATING • NEUTRAL Because four-wheel drive provides improved traction, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping When additional traction is required, the 4WD LOW speeds. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. range position can be used to provide an additional gear reduction which allows for increased torque to be deliv- Shift Positions ered to both the front and rear wheels.

  • Page 435: Shifting Procedures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 433 NOTE: Refer to “Selec-Terrain® – If Equipped” for fur- WARNING! (Continued) ther information on the various positions and their transfer unit in the NEUTRAL (N) position without intended usages. first fully engaging the parking brake. The NEU- Shifting Procedures TRAL (N) position disengages both the front and rear drive shafts from the powertrain and will allow the...
  • Page 436 434 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Out Of 4WD LOW With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h), the ignition switch in the ON position or the engine running, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL, and press the “4WD LOW”...
  • Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 occur due to the mating clutch teeth not being prop- WARNING! (Continued) erly aligned. Several attempts may be required for vehicle to move regardless of the transmission posi- clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to occur. tion.

  • Page 438: Rear Electronic Locker (E-Locker) System - If

    436 STARTING AND OPERATING indicating shift in progress. The light will stop blink- 8. Start the engine. ing (stay on solid) when the shift to NEUTRAL (N) is 9. Shift the transmission into REVERSE. complete. 10. Release the brake pedal for five seconds and ensure that there is no vehicle movement.
  • Page 439 STARTING AND OPERATING 437 Activating The Rear E-Locker 2. The ignition switch in the ON position or the engine running. To activate the Rear E-Locker System, the following conditions must be met: 3. To disengage Rear E-Locker, press the REAR LOCK button once.

  • Page 440: Selec-Terrain

    438 STARTING AND OPERATING • Shifting into or out of Rear E-Locker is possible with SELEC-TERRAIN™ the vehicle completely stopped; however, difficulty Description may occur due to the mating clutch teeth not being Selec-Terrain™ combines the capabilities of the vehicle properly aligned.
  • Page 441 STARTING AND OPERATING 439 • Snow — Tuning set for additional stability in inclem- ent weather. Use on and off road on loose traction surfaces such as snow. When in SNOW mode (depend- ing on certain operating conditions), the transmission may use second gear (rather than first gear) during launches, to minimize wheel slippage.

  • Page 442: On-Road Driving Tips

    440 STARTING AND OPERATING • Rock — Off-road calibration only available in 4WD ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS LOW range. Traction based tuning with improved Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a steer-ability for use on high traction off-road surfaces. narrower track to make them capable of performing in a Use for low speed obstacles such as large rocks, deep wide variety of off-road applications.

  • Page 443: Off-Road Driving Tips

    STARTING AND OPERATING 441 OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS CAUTION! When To Use 4WD LOW Range When driving through water, do not exceed 5 mph When off-road driving, shift to 4WD LOW for additional (8 km/h). Always check water depth before entering traction and control on slippery or difficult terrain, as a precaution, and check all fluids afterward.

  • Page 444: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand

    442 STARTING AND OPERATING and/or the flow rate is reduced. If you must cross Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand flowing-water, avoid depths in excess of 9 inches (22 cm). In heavy snow, when pulling a load, or for additional The flowing water can erode the streambed causing your control at slower speeds, shift the transmission to a low vehicle to sink into deeper water.

  • Page 445: Traction Downhill

    STARTING AND OPERATING 443 Before climbing a steep hill, shift the transmission to a WARNING! (Continued) lower gear and shift the 4WD System to 4WD LOW. Use down a hill in REVERSE gear carefully. Never back first gear and 4WD LOW for very steep hills. down a hill in NEUTRAL using only the brake.

  • Page 446: After Driving Off-Road

    444 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check threaded fasteners for looseness, particularly on turning against engine compression drag. This will per- mit you to control the vehicle speed and direction. the chassis, drivetrain components, steering, and sus- pension. Retighten them, if required, and torque to the When descending mountains or hills, repeated braking values specified in the Service Manual.

  • Page 447: Power Steering

    STARTING AND OPERATING 445 assist, you will still have the ability to steer the vehicle WARNING! (Continued) manually. not have full braking power when you need it to prevent a collision. If you have been operating your WARNING! vehicle in dirty conditions, get your brakes checked Continued operation with reduced assist could pose and cleaned as necessary.

  • Page 448: Electric Parking Brake (Epb)

    446 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked. Before leaving the • Even if the power steering assistance is no longer vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is applied. operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle.
  • Page 449 STARTING AND OPERATING 447 on the brake pedal while you apply the parking brake, you may notice a small amount of brake pedal move- ment. The park brake can be applied even when the ignition switch is OFF but the BRAKE warning lamp will not illuminate, however, it can only be released when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position.
  • Page 450 448 STARTING AND OPERATING will illuminate. If your foot is on the brake pedal, you NOTE: When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the may notice a small amount of brake pedal movement front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and while the parking brake is engaging.
  • Page 451 STARTING AND OPERATING 449 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a injury.

  • Page 452: Auto Park Brake

    450 STARTING AND OPERATING will sound. The rear stop lamps will also be illuminated flashing. In this event, urgent service of the electric park automatically while the vehicle remains in motion. brake system is required. Do not rely on the parking brake to hold the vehicle stationary.

  • Page 453: Safehold

    STARTING AND OPERATING 451 • There is no attempt to depress the brake pedal or Safehold accelerator pedal Safehold is a safety feature of the Electric Park Brake • The clutch pedal is not pressed System that will engage the park brake automatically if the vehicle is left unsecured while the ignition switch is •...
  • Page 454 452 STARTING AND OPERATING When servicing your rear brakes, it may be necessary for When brake service work is complete, the following steps you or your technician push the rear piston into the rear must be followed to reset the parking brake system to caliper bore.

  • Page 455: Brake System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 453 BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING! • Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnor- systems loses normal capability, the remaining mally high brake temperatures, excessive lining...

  • Page 456: Electronic Brake Control System

    454 STARTING AND OPERATING ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM braking conditions. The system operates with a separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressure, to prevent Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic wheel lock-up and help avoid skidding on slippery brake control system commonly referred to as ESC. This surfaces.
  • Page 457 STARTING AND OPERATING 455 The ABS pump motor runs during the self-test at 12 mph WARNING! (Continued) (20 km/h) and during an ABS stop. The pump motor • The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including those makes a low humming noise during operation, which is resulting from excessive speed in turns, following normal.

  • Page 458: Traction Control System (Tcs)

    456 STARTING AND OPERATING • Do not drive too fast for road conditions, especially NOTE: During severe braking conditions, a pulsing sen- sation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard. This when roads are wet or slushy. A wedge of water can is normal, indicating that the ABS is functioning.

  • Page 459: Brake Assist System (Bas)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 457 axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than “pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure the other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal wheel.

  • Page 460: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)

    458 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) WARNING! This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the tions, and driving conditions, influence the chance speed of the vehicle.
  • Page 461 STARTING AND OPERATING 459 time expires, the system will release brake pressure and WARNING! the vehicle will roll down the hill as normal. The system will release brake pressure in proportion to amount of There may be situations where the Hill Start Assist throttle applied.
  • Page 462 460 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing With HSA WARNING! (Continued) HSA will provide assistance during acceleration on an • Failure to follow these warnings can result in a incline while towing a trailer. collision or serious personal injury. WARNING! Disabling And Enabling HSA •...

  • Page 463: Hill Descent Control (Hdc) - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 461 Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped HDC has three states: 1. Off (feature is not enabled and will not activate) 2. Enabled (feature is enabled and ready but activation conditions are not met, or driver is actively overriding with brake or throttle application) 3.
  • Page 464 462 STARTING AND OPERATING • 4th = 2.5 mph (4 km/h) Activating HDC • 5th = 3.1 mph (5 km/h) Once HDC is enabled it will activate automatically if driven down a grade of sufficient magnitude (greater • 6th = 3.7 mph (6 km/h) than approximately 8%).
  • Page 465 STARTING AND OPERATING 463 • The driveline is shifted out of 4WD Low Range. Deactivating HDC • The parking brake is applied. HDC will be deactivated but remain available if any of the following conditions occur: • Driver door opens. •...
  • Page 466 464 STARTING AND OPERATING • The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash for several WARNING! seconds then extinguish when the driver presses the HDC switch but enable conditions are not met. HDC is only intended to assist the driver in control- ling vehicle speed when descending hills.

  • Page 467: Selec Speed Control (Ssc) - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 465 Selec Speed Control (SSC) — If Equipped SSC has three states: 1. Off (feature is not enabled and will not activate) 2. Enabled (feature is enabled and ready but activation conditions are not met, or driver is actively overriding with brake or throttle application) 3.
  • Page 468 466 STARTING AND OPERATING Activating SSC 4WD Low Range Set Speeds • 1st = .6 mph (1 km/h) Once SSC is enabled it will activate automatically once the following conditions are met: • 2nd = 1.2 mph (2 km/h) • Driver releases throttle •...
  • Page 469 STARTING AND OPERATING 467 NOTE: Deactivating SSC • These SSC default set speeds are dependent on hill SSC will be deactivated but remain available if any of the following conditions occur: grade. That is the steeper the grade of the hill the vehicle travels on the lower the values of the set speed •...

  • Page 470: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

    468 STARTING AND OPERATING • The vehicle is driven greater than 20 mph (32 km/h) • The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash then for greater than 70 seconds. extinguish when SSC deactivates due to overheated brakes. • The vehicle is driven greater than 40 mph (64 km/h) (SSC exits immediately).
  • Page 471 STARTING AND OPERATING 469 ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle as little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual and driving to the prevailing road conditions. path of the vehicle.
  • Page 472 470 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Operating Modes Partial Off — Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles And Four- Wheel Drive Vehicles In 2WD And 4WD High Range Depending upon model and mode of operation, the ESC system has up to three operating modes: “ESC On” The “Partial Off”...
  • Page 473 STARTING AND OPERATING 471 NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving WARNING! with snow chains, or when starting off in deep snow, • When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off”...
  • Page 474 472 STARTING AND OPERATING running. After five seconds, the ESC Off indicator light WARNING! will illuminate and an “ESC Off” message will appear in the odometer. With the ESC switched off, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESC is unavailable. In an emer- In this mode, ESC and TCS are turned off (except for the gency evasive maneuver, the ESC system will not “limited slip”...

  • Page 475: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light

    STARTING AND OPERATING 473 to the PARK position and then moved out of the PARK The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo- position. This will occur even if the message was cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as cleared previously.

  • Page 476: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)

    474 STARTING AND OPERATING when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver Light” will flash, the engine power may be reduced and that caused the ESC activation. you may feel the brakes being applied to individual wheels to attempt to stop the trailer from swaying. TSC is only active in the default “ESC On”...

  • Page 477: Ready Alert Braking (Rab)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 475 Ready Alert Braking (RAB) Dynamic Steering Torque (DST) Ready Alert Braking may reduce the time required to Dynamic Steering Torque is a feature of the ESC and EPS reach full braking during emergency braking situations. modules that provide a torque at the steering wheel for It anticipates when an emergency braking situation may certain driving conditions in which the ESC module is occur by monitoring how fast the throttle is released by...

  • Page 478: Tire Safety Information

    476 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
  • Page 479 STARTING AND OPERATING 477 • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into into the sidewall.
  • Page 480 478 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: R = Construction code – R means radial construction – D means diagonal or bias construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index – A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol –...

  • Page 481: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 479 EXAMPLE: Load Identification: ..blank..= Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire Extra Load (XL) = Extra load (or reinforced) tire Light Load (LL) = Light load tire C, D, E, F, G = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load –...
  • Page 482 480 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation — This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)

  • Page 483: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 481 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.

  • Page 484: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    482 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door.
  • Page 485 STARTING AND OPERATING 483 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of 4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or spare tires.
  • Page 486 484 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
  • Page 487 STARTING AND OPERATING 485...

  • Page 488: Tires - General Information

    486 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 489: Tire Inflation Pressures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 487 stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle NOTE: to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
  • Page 490 488 STARTING AND OPERATING judgement when determining proper inflation. Tires Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range may look properly inflated even when they are under- of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with inflated. temperature changes. •...

  • Page 491: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation

    STARTING AND OPERATING 489 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 492: Tire Types

    490 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 493: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 491 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 494: Spare Tires - If Equipped

    492 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 495 STARTING AND OPERATING 493 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 496: Tire Spinning

    494 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 497: Life Of Tire

    STARTING AND OPERATING 495 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 498: Replacement Tires

    496 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 499: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 497 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 500 498 STARTING AND OPERATING • Use on Front Tires Only Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Non-Trailhawk Models with a Two-Speed Power Takeoff Unit • Due to limited clearance, the following traction de- • The use of 7mm snow chains is permitted with 225/ vices are recommended: 65R17 and 225/60R18 tires.
  • Page 501 STARTING AND OPERATING 499 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! tire chains or traction devices are used with origi- To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the nal equipment size tires. following precautions: • Damage to Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Trailhawk •...

  • Page 502: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    500 STARTING AND OPERATING These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. CAUTION! (Continued) The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- aggressive tread designs such as those on On/Off Road tions on the method of installation, operating type tires.
  • Page 503 STARTING AND OPERATING 501 Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Tire Rotation Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Tire Rotation The suggested Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Tire rotation CAUTION! method is the “forward-cross” shown in the following diagram. Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles de- pends on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel.

  • Page 504: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)

    502 STARTING AND OPERATING in “Starting and Operating” for information on how to CAUTION! (Continued) properly inflate the vehicle’s tires. The tire pressure will damage to the power transfer unit. Tire rotation also increase as the vehicle is driven. This is normal and schedule should be followed to balance tire wear.
  • Page 505 STARTING AND OPERATING 503 NOTE: When filling warm tires, the tire pressure may but the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will still need to be increased up to an additional 4 psi (30 kPa) be on. In this situation, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring above the recommended cold placard pressure in order Telltale Light”...
  • Page 506 504 STARTING AND OPERATING • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge CAUTION! (Continued) while adjusting your tire pressure. type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause • Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the sensor damage. Using aftermarket tire sealants may tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.

  • Page 507: Base System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 505 Base System Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted to each illuminate in the instrument cluster, a “LOW TIRE wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure PRESSURE”...
  • Page 508 506 STARTING AND OPERATING Service TPMS Warning 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPMS sensors. When a system fault is detected, the “Tire Pressure Vehicles With Full-Size Spare Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 1. The matching full-size spare wheel and tire assembly seconds and then remain on solid.

  • Page 509: Premium System - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 507 Vehicles With Compact Spare 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure the TPMS will update automatically and the “TPMS monitoring sensor.
  • Page 510 508 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS consists of the following components: Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings • Receiver Module The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will • Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime •...
  • Page 511 STARTING AND OPERATING 509 update, the pressure values in the graphic display in the EVIC/DID will return to their original color, and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15.5 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information.
  • Page 512 510 STARTING AND OPERATING SYSTEM” message will no 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. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPMS sensors.
  • Page 513 STARTING AND OPERATING 511 Vehicles With Matching Full-Size Spare 4. The EVIC/DID will display a graphic showing the tire pressure value in the same color as the other pressure 1. The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly values in place of the different color low tire pressure has a tire pressure monitoring sensor that can be value.

  • Page 514: General Information

    512 STARTING AND OPERATING graphic in the EVIC/DID will still display a different will turn off and the graphic in the EVIC will display color pressure value and an Inflate to XX message. a new pressure value instead of dashes (- -), as long as no tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning 3.

  • Page 515: Fuel Requirements

    STARTING AND OPERATING 513 The TPM sensors are regulated under one of the follow- high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is ing licenses: required. Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- United States GQ4-61T ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline...

  • Page 516: Reformulated Gasoline

    514 STARTING AND OPERATING using high quality unleaded gasoline having an octane The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- range of 87 to 89. The manufacturer recommends the use line. Properly blended reformulated gasoline will pro- octane premium gasoline optimum vide excellent performance and durability of engine and performance.

  • Page 517: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles

    STARTING AND OPERATING 515 Problems that result from using gasoline containing To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol E-85 perform the following: are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may •...

  • Page 518: Materials Added To Fuel

    516 STARTING AND OPERATING without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content Fuel System Cautions of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether CAUTION! the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s and California reformulated gasoline.

  • Page 519: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    STARTING AND OPERATING 517 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon Most of these products contain high concentrations of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle perfor- monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can mance problems resulting from the use of such kill.

  • Page 520: Adding Fuel

    518 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler door rein- The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door, on the forcement. passenger side of the vehicle.
  • Page 521 STARTING AND OPERATING 519 • Tighten the gas cap about one quarter turn until you CAUTION! (Continued) hear one click. This is an indication that the cap is • To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top properly tightened. off”...

  • Page 522: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release

    520 STARTING AND OPERATING Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release heard. This is an indication that the fuel filler cap is properly tightened. Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic Sys- If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel tem”...
  • Page 523 STARTING AND OPERATING 521 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) components sometimes specified by purchasers for in- creased durability does not necessarily increase the vehi- The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle cle’s GVWR. including driver, passengers, vehicle, options and cargo. The label also specifies maximum capacities of front and Tire Size rear axle systems (GAWR).
  • Page 524 522 STARTING AND OPERATING capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo specified weight limitations are met. Store the heavier loaded into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a equally.

  • Page 525: Trailer Towing

    STARTING AND OPERATING 523 TRAILER TOWING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for In this section you will find safety tips and information further information. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
  • Page 526 524 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! vehicle. If you use a standard weight-carrying hitch, It is important that you do not exceed the maximum you could lose control of your vehicle and cause a front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition collision.
  • Page 527 STARTING AND OPERATING 525 Trailer Sway Control — Mechanical tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, it pro- The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be vides for a more level ride, offering more consistent installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing that typically provides adjustable friction associated with...

  • Page 528: Trailer Hitch Classification

    526 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions WARNING! (Continued) Class Max. Trailer Hitch In- • Weight Distributing Systems may not be compat- dustry Standards ible with Surge Brake Couplers. Consult with your Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Rec- reational Vehicle dealer for additional information.

  • Page 529: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 527 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/ Maximum GTW Maximum Tongue Model Frontal Area Transmission (Gross Trailer Wt.) Wt. (See Note) 2.4L/Automatic FWD or 4WD 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m)

  • Page 530: Trailer And Tongue Weight

    528 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo (ie. the GVWR), and the GVWR should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard.

  • Page 531: Towing Requirements

    STARTING AND OPERATING 529 NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the WARNING! (Continued) trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional • Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must and that it will not shift during travel.
  • Page 532 530 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on (805 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle the tow vehicle.
  • Page 533 STARTING AND OPERATING 531 • Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is sures before trailer usage. required when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with •...
  • Page 534 532 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring WARNING! (Continued) Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for distance.
  • Page 535 STARTING AND OPERATING 533 Four-Pin Connector Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn 2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn 3 — Ground 6 —...

  • Page 536: Towing Tips

    534 STARTING AND OPERATING • When using the speed control, if you experience speed Towing Tips drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, you can get back to cruising speed. and backing the trailer in an area located away from •...

  • Page 537: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 535 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle 4WD Models Wheel OFF the Front-Wheel Drive 1-Speed Power 2-Speed Power Towing Condition Ground (FWD) Models Transfer Unit Transfer Unit Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED See Instructions: •...
  • Page 538 536 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing — Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) 5. Release the parking brake. Models CAUTION! DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result. Towing with the front wheels on the ground will cause severe transmission damage. Damage from Recreational towing (for front-wheel drive models) is improper towing is not covered under the New allowed ONLY if the front wheels are OFF the ground.
  • Page 539 STARTING AND OPERATING 537 Recreational Towing — 4WD Models With Recreational Towing — 4WD Models With 1-Speed Power Transfer Unit 2-Speed Power Transfer Unit The power transfer unit must be shifted into NEUTRAL Recreational towing is not allowed. These models do (N) and the transmission must be in PARK for recre- not have a NEUTRAL (N) position in the power transfer unit.
  • Page 540 538 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N) CAUTION! (Continued) • The transmission must be in PARK for recreational WARNING! towing. • Before recreational towing, perform the procedure You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the vehicle unattended with the power transfer unit outlined under “Shifting into NEUTRAL (N)”...
  • Page 541 STARTING AND OPERATING 539 NEUTRAL (N) symbol will blink, indicating shift in CAUTION! progress. The light will stop blinking (stay on solid) when the shift to NEUTRAL (N) is complete. It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the power transfer unit is fully in NEUTRAL (N) before recreational towing to prevent damage to internal parts.
  • Page 542 540 STARTING AND OPERATING 9. Shift the transmission into REVERSE. NOTE: • Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met 10. Release the brake pedal for five seconds and ensure that there is no vehicle movement. before pushing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must continue to be met until the shift has been completed.
  • Page 543 STARTING AND OPERATING 541 Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it con- nected to the tow vehicle. 2. Apply the parking brake. 3.
  • Page 544 542 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: When shifting the power transfer unit out of NOTE: NEUTRAL (N), turning the engine OFF may be required • Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met to avoid gear clash. prior to pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must 9.
  • Page 545 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...545 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..558 ▫ Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage ..559 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
  • Page 546 544 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ▫ Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) Models With 1–Speed SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE ....576 Power Transfer Unit....580 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .

  • Page 547: Hazard Warning Flashers

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 545 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the switch bank below the radio screen. potential for overheating your engine by taking the appropriate action.

  • Page 548: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications

    546 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS an impending overheat condition: Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle.
  • Page 549 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 547 Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles. Torque Patterns After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated Wheel Mounting Surface against the wheel.

  • Page 550: Tirefit Kit - If Equipped

    548 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Storage WARNING! The TIREFIT kit is stowed under the load floor behind To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, the rear seat. do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has 1.

  • Page 551: Tirefit Kit Components And Operation

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 549 TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Your TIREFIT kit is equipped with the following symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. Selecting Air Mode Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to this position for air pump operation only.

  • Page 552: Tirefit Usage Precautions

    550 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Using The Deflation Button Press the Deflation Button (2) to reduce the air pressure in the tire if it becomes over-inflated. TIREFIT Usage Precautions • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed at the lower right hand corner on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system.
  • Page 553 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 551 the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the WARNING! sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the discarded. vehicle closest to traffic.

  • Page 554: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit

    552 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of source. an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician • A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision immediately.
  • Page 555 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 553 kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the to place the valve stem in this position before proceed- valve stem.
  • Page 556 554 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and tire. the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6). If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 –...
  • Page 557 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 555 latch pillar (recommended pressure). Check the tire 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge (3). valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) storage location.
  • Page 558 556 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (D) Drive Vehicle: 1. Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to the Air Mode position. Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure 2.
  • Page 559 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 557 If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher: 5. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as pos- 1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn on TIREFIT and sible.

  • Page 560: Jacking And Tire Changing

    558 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so WARNING! (Continued) that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in the road to avoid the danger of being hit when the front of the housing.

  • Page 561: Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 559 Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage 3. Remove the fastener securing the jack and spare tire. The jack, wheel chocks and spare tire are stowed under the load floor behind the rear seat. 1. Open the liftgate. 2.

  • Page 562: Preparations For Jacking

    560 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immediately.

  • Page 563: Jacking Instructions

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 561 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. Jacking Instructions 3. Set the parking brake. WARNING! 4. Place the shift lever into PARK (automatic transmis- Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to sion) or REVERSE (manual transmission). help prevent personal injury or damage to your 5.
  • Page 564 562 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on jack. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
  • Page 565 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 563 engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange, centering the jack saddle inside the cutout in the sill cladding. Rear Jacking Location Jacking Locations...
  • Page 566 564 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Rear Jacking Engagement Point Front Jacking Location...
  • Page 567 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 565 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 wheel bolts and tire. 7.
  • Page 568 566 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. • Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” and to “Limited-Use Spare” under “Tires—General Information” in “Starting and Operating”...
  • Page 569 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 567 10. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 11. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern until each wheel bolt has been tightened twice.

  • Page 570: Road Tire Installation

    568 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) the places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immediately. Road Tire Installation 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. Install the remaining wheel bolts with the threaded end of the wheel bolt toward the wheel.

  • Page 571: Jump-Starting Procedures

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 569 3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES handle counterclockwise. If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in 4.

  • Page 572: Preparations For Jump-Start

    570 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Preparations For Jump-Start The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly.

  • Page 573: Jump-Starting Procedure

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 571 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 574 572 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 575: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 573 6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables CAUTION! in the reverse sequence: Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets Disconnecting The Jumper Cables draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not 1.
  • Page 576 574 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES automatic transmission) or 2nd gear and REVERSE (with NOTE: Press the “ESC Off” switch (if necessary), to place manual transmission), while gently pressing the accelera- the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in “Partial tor. Off”...

  • Page 577: Recovery Strap - If Equipped

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 575 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi- tween DRIVE/2nd gear and REVERSE, do not spin cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drive- longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- train damage may result.

  • Page 578: Shift Lever Override

    576 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Using Recovery Strap WARNING! (Continued) 1. Review all warnings and instructions first. your recovery strap. Only attach recovery straps to OE recommended anchor points or emergency tow- 2. Position the recovery vehicle. ing anchor points. Never attach to tow ball or vehicle 3.

  • Page 579: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 577 2. Apply the parking brake. 7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. 3. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, carefully separate 8. Reinstall the shift lever boot. the shifter bezel and boot assembly from the center TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE console bezel.
  • Page 580 578 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4X4 MODELS Towing Condition Wheels OFF FWD MOD- 1–SPEED 2–SPEED the Ground POWER TRANSFER POWER TRANSFER UNIT UNIT Flat Tow NONE NOT AL- NOT ALLOWED See instructions under LOWED “Recreational Towing” in “Starting And Operating” •...

  • Page 581: Front-Wheel Drive (Fwd) Models

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 579 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 582: Power Transfer Unit

    580 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! CAUTION! • DO NOT tow this vehicle with ANY of its wheels Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam- on the ground. Damage to the drivetrain will result. •...

  • Page 583: Power Transfer Unit

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 581 Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) Models With 2–Speed CAUTION! Power Transfer Unit • Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal The manufacturer recommends towing with all four damage to the transmission or power transfer unit wheels OFF the ground.
  • Page 585 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... .594 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L ..585 ▫...
  • Page 586 584 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Brake System ......610 ▫ Front Turn Signals ....637 ▫...

  • Page 587: Engine Compartment - 2.4L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 585 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 5 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 2 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 6 — Battery 3 — Oil Fill Cap 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 —...

  • Page 588: Engine Compartment - 3.2L

    586 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.2L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Filter Access Cover 6 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Fill 4 —...

  • Page 589: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 587 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 590: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    588 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when further information. Tighten the gas cap until a clicking the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is sound is heard.

  • Page 591: Replacement Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 589 2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON you may need to do nothing more than drive your position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II of a normal bulb check.

  • Page 592: Dealer Service

    590 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE WARNING! (Continued) Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service chanic. operations in an expert manner. Service Manuals are available which include detailed service information for MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES your vehicle.

  • Page 593: Engine Oil

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 591 Engine Oil CAUTION! (Continued) Checking Oil Level components or negatively impact vehicle perfor- mance. Immediately have potential malfunctions To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must examined by an authorized dealer or qualified be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at repair center.
  • Page 594 592 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet CAUTION! the requirements of FCA US Material Standard MS-6395. Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage Identification Symbol your engine.
  • Page 595 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 593 Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 3.2L Engine CAUTION! MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil® Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the or Shell Helix® is recommended for all operating tem- chemicals can damage your engine.

  • Page 596: Engine Oil Filter

    594 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Materials Added To Engine Oil NOTE: For best access to the oil filter, a drive on hoist should be used instead of a chassis hoist. The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to Engine Oil Filter Selection the engine oil.

  • Page 597: Maintenance-Free Battery

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 595 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- provide a measure of protection in the case of engine tenance required.

  • Page 598: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    596 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other. vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables be- •...
  • Page 599 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 597 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 600: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped

    598 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling HFO 1234yf WARNING! — If Equipped Do not remove the A/C air filter while the blower is HFO 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydro- operating or personal injury may result. fluorocarbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmen- tal Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product Body Lubrication with a low GWP (Global Warming Potential).

  • Page 601: Windshield Wiper Blades

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 599 The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend- year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR®...
  • Page 602 600 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder. 1 — Wiper Arm 2 — Pivot Cap NOTE: The rear wiper arm cannot be raised fully up- 1 —...

  • Page 603: Adding Washer Fluid

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 601 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or the wiper blade until it snaps into place.
  • Page 604 602 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged; WARNING! (Continued) have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- over materials that can burn.
  • Page 605 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 603 In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning CAUTION! (Continued) engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe In the event of engine malfunction, particularly and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.

  • Page 606: Cooling System

    604 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser. WARNING! Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, You or others can be badly burned by hot engine cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
  • Page 607 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 605 Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill CAUTION! NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- to severe internal engine damage.
  • Page 608 606 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Please review these recommendations for using Organic CAUTION! (Continued) Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and MS.90032.
  • Page 609 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 607 Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- Cooling System Pressure Cap tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant the vehicle is operated.
  • Page 610 608 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine coolant WARNING! (Continued) (antifreeze) in the bottle should be between the ranges • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one indicated on the bottle. specified for your vehicle.
  • Page 611 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 609 • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are Points To Remember required, the cooling system should be pressure tested NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ for leaks. kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming •...

  • Page 612: Brake System

    610 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) Brake Master Cylinder performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis- The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when sions. performing under hood services or immediately if the “Brake Warning Light” is illuminated. Brake System In order to assure brake system performance, all brake Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before...

  • Page 613: Automatic Transmission

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 611 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro- • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine This could result in a collision. Parts”...
  • Page 614 612 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid. Special Additives Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this The manufacturer strongly recommends against using section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain any special additives in the transmission. Automatic the transmission fluid at the correct level using the Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and recommended fluid.

  • Page 615: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 613 Fluid Level Check Fluid And Filter Changes The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at require adjustment under normal operating conditions. the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the life of the vehicle.
  • Page 616 614 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will Washing have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under- • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- body protection. hicle in the shade using MOPAR® Car Wash, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with The following maintenance recommendations will enable clear water.
  • Page 617 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 615 • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder that will •...
  • Page 618 616 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Wheel And Wheel Trim Care CAUTION! • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
  • Page 619 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 617 • For tough stains, apply MOPAR® Total Clean, or a Cleaning Interior Trim mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove Clean interior trim with a damp cloth and MOPAR® stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. Total Clean or equivalent, and if necessary, follow with •...
  • Page 620 618 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and leather upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To not required to maintain the original condition. remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- lowed by rinsing.
  • Page 621 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 619 When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the car to directly on the mirror.

  • Page 622: Fuses

    620 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES WARNING! (Continued) • If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air WARNING! bag system, braking system), power unit systems • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap- (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system propriate replacement fuse with the same amp blows, contact an authorized dealer.
  • Page 623 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 621 Power Distribution Center Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description — — Not Used 15 Amp Blue — Powertrain Control Module -...
  • Page 624 622 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description 25 Amp Clear — Engine Control Module (ECM) — — Not Used 20 Amp Yellow — Power Takeoff Unit (PTU) — — Not Used 20 Amp Yellow — Brake Vacuum Pump - If Equipped 10 Amp Red —...
  • Page 625 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 623 Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description — — Not Used — — Not Used — 40 Amp Green Starter Solenoid 10 Amp Red — A/C Compressor Clutch — — Not Used 5 Amp Tan — Radiator Fan 70 Amp Tan —...
  • Page 626 624 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description 10 Amp Red — Engine Control Module (ECM) — — Not Used — — Not Used — 30 Amp Pink Driver Door Module (DDM) - If Equipped — 30 Amp Pink Body Controller Module (BCM) - Feed 3 —...
  • Page 627 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 625 Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description — 40 Amp Green HVAC Blower Motor — 20 Amp Blue Trailer Tow Park Light - If Equipped — 60 Amp Yellow Body Controller Module (BCM) - Feed 2 — 30 Amp Pink Electric Park Brake (EPB) - Left...
  • Page 628 626 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description — — Not Used — 30 Amp Pink Power Inverter (115V A/C) - If Equipped — 30 Amp Pink Power Liftgate - If Equipped — — Not Used — — Not Used —...
  • Page 629 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 627 Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description 15 Amp Blue — Ignition Node Module (IGNM)/KIN/RF Hub/ Electric Steering Column Lock (ESL) 20 Amp Yellow — Fuel Pump Motor 10 Amp Red — Occupant Classification Mod- — — Not Used 20 Amp Yellow —...
  • Page 630 628 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description 15 Amp Blue — HVAC (ECC) / Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) 10 Amp Red — In Car Temperature Sensor / Humidity Sensor / Driver Assist System Module (DASM) / Park Assist (PAM) —...
  • Page 631 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 629 Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description 5 Amp Tan — Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) If Equipped With Stop/ Start Engine Option 20 Amp Yellow — Trailer Tow RT Stop / Turn Lights - If Equipped — 30 Amp Pink Rear Defroster / Defogger —...
  • Page 632 630 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description 10 Amp Red — Diagnostic Port / Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) / Digital TV - If Equipped 10 Amp Red — Integrated Center Stack (ICS) / HVAC / Aux Switch Bank Module (ASBM) / Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) 20 Amp Yellow...
  • Page 633 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 631 Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description — 20 Amp Blue Trailer Tow Backup Lights - If Equipped With Gasoline En- gine — — Not Used — — Not Used — — Not Used 15 Amp Blue —...
  • Page 634 632 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description — 40 Amp Green Brake System Module (BSM) - Pump Motor - If Equipped With Gasoline Engine — 30 Amp Pink Electric Park Brake (EPB) - Right 10 Amp Red —...

  • Page 635: Interior Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 633 Cavity Blade Fuse Cartridge Fuse Description — 30 Amp Pink Trailer Tow Module - If Equipped With Gasoline En- gine F100 — — Not Used Interior Fuses The interior fuse panel is located in the passenger com- partment on the left side dash panel under the instru- ment panel.

  • Page 636: Vehicle Storage

    634 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Blade Fuse Description 25 Amp Clear Fog Lamp Rear Left/Right – If Equipped 7.5 Amp Brown Lumbar Support 7.5 Amp Brown Wireless Charging Pad If Equipped 10 Amp Red Driver Window Switch/Power Mirrors – If Equipped 7.5 Amp Brown UCI Port (USB &...

  • Page 637: Replacement Bulbs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 635 REPLACEMENT BULBS Bulb Number Front Fog Lamps Interior Bulbs Front Fog Lamps (Trail- PSX24W Bulb Number hawk) Cargo Lamp TL212–2 Rear Tail/Stop Lamps LED ( Serviced at an Au- Overhead Console Lamp PLW214–2A thorized Dealer) Reading Lamp WL212–2 Rear Turn Signal Lamps WY21W...

  • Page 638: Bulb Replacement

    636 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT NOTE: On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps, when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after spheric conditions.

  • Page 639: Front Turn Signals

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 637 3. Firmly grasp the cap and rotate it counterclockwise to 7. Install the bulb cap in the headlamp housing and unlock it. rotate clockwise to lock it in place. 4. Firmly grasp the bulb and connector assembly and 8.

  • Page 640: Front Fog Lamp

    638 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Re-install air cleaner filter housing, if removed. 5. Install the bulb and socket assembly into the into the fog lamp housing, and rotate the connector clockwise Front Fog Lamp to lock it in place. 1. Unlock lower access door in wheel liner. 6.

  • Page 641: Rear Turn Signal Lamp

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 639 5. Reconnect the wiring harness to the new bulb and 6. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. reinstall by inserting the new bulb straight into the fog 7. Replace the bulb and install the socket. lamp housing until it locks in place.

  • Page 642: License Plate Lamp

    640 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Using a fiber stick or flat blade screw driver, open the License Plate Lamp trim panel exposing the back of the liftgate lamp. 1. Using a small screwdriver, press inward the locking 5. Disconnect the electrical connector. tab on the side of the lamp assembly and pull down on the lamp assembly for removal.

  • Page 643: Fluid Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 641 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 2.4L and 3.2L Engines 15.8 Gallons 60 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 2.4 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-20, API Certified) 5.5 Quarts 5.2 Liters 3.2 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters Cooling System*...

  • Page 644: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts

    642 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) or equivalent meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-12106. Engine Oil –...

  • Page 645: Chassis

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 643 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Spark Plugs – 3.2L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs. Fuel Selection – 2.4L/3.2L Engines 87 Octane Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Use only MOPAR® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid, or equivalent.

  • Page 647: Maintenance Schedules

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart.....648 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .646...
  • Page 648 646 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle indicator system.
  • Page 649 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 647 Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil • Check engine oil level. Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter • Check windshield washer fluid level. • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu- •...
  • Page 650 648 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, boot seals. tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air cleaner filter.
  • Page 651 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 649 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Replace spark plugs – 3.2L Engine ** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
  • Page 652 650 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 653 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .653 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
  • Page 654 652 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .659 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....659 ▫...

  • Page 655: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 653 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 656: Fca Us Llc Customer Center

    654 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized FCA US LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.

  • Page 657: In Mexico Contact

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 655 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 658: Warranty Information

    656 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 659: Mopar® Parts

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 657 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 660: Publication Order Forms

    658 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 661: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 659 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 662: Temperature Grades

    660 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 663 INDEX...
  • Page 664 662 INDEX About Your Brakes ......453 Air Filter .......594 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
  • Page 665 INDEX 663 Automatic High Beams .....168 Belts, Seat ......55, 116 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) .
  • Page 666 664 INDEX Capacities, Fluid ......641 Child Restraint ......89 Caps, Filler Child Restraints Fuel .
  • Page 667 INDEX 665 Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...607 Daytime Running Lights ....169 Cooling System.
  • Page 668 666 INDEX Electric Parking Brake ..... .446 Break-In Recommendations ....114 Electric Remote Mirrors .
  • Page 669 INDEX 667 Enhanced Accident Response Feature ... .85 Flooded Engine Starting ....417 Entry System, Illuminated .
  • Page 670 668 INDEX Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....518 Speedometer ......326 Gasoline .
  • Page 671 INDEX 669 Passing ......172 Hood Release ......164 Replacing .
  • Page 672 670 INDEX Jacking Instructions ......561 Lap/Shoulder Belts......55 Jack Location .
  • Page 673 INDEX 671 Daytime Running ..... . .169 Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..329 Dimmer Switch, Headlight .
  • Page 674 672 INDEX Auto Unlock ......36 Methanol .......514 Child Protection .
  • Page 675 INDEX 673 Odometer ......322, 352 Operating Precautions ..... .587 Trip .
  • Page 676 674 INDEX Mirrors ......134 Rear Window Defroster .....314 Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .
  • Page 677 INDEX 675 Programming Additional Key Fobs ..18, 26 Rotation, Tires ......500 Programming Additional Transmitters .
  • Page 678 676 INDEX Reminder ......326 Sentry Key Replacement .....17 Shoulder Belt Anchorage .
  • Page 679 INDEX 677 Specifications Storage, Vehicle ..... . .408, 634 Fuel (Gasoline) ......642 Storing Your Vehicle .
  • Page 680 678 INDEX TIREFIT ....... .548 Rotation ......500 Tire Markings .
  • Page 681 INDEX 679 Hitches ......526 Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..22 Minimum Requirements .
  • Page 682 680 INDEX Viscosity, Engine Oil ..... . .593 Wiper Blade Replacement ....599 Wipers, Intermittent .
  • Page 683 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
  • Page 684 FCA US LLC 14KL74-126-AF Sixth Edition Rev 2 Printed in U.S.A.

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