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

  • Page 3: Introduction 3

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

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group nicians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfac- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision tion.
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...

  • Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number

    6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information.

  • Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

    INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
  • Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Rearming Of The System ....20 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 ▫...
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters..27 TRUNK SAFETY WARNING....43 ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...27 ▫...
  • Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — SAFETY TIPS ......95 Air Bags .

  • Page 14: A Word About Your Keys

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ignition switch.

  • Page 15: Key Fob

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion.

  • Page 16: Removing Key Fob From Ignition

    14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Removing Key Fob From Ignition on the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull Place the shift lever in PARK or place the manual the key out with your other hand.
  • Page 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 NOTE: The power window switches, radio, power sun- CAUTION! (Continued) roof — if equipped, and ignition-powered power outlets • Leave the Key Fob in the ignition and either: will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition •...

  • Page 18: Key-In-Ignition Reminder

    16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or remove the Key Fob from vehicle, cycle the ignition others could be seriously or fatally injured.

  • Page 19: Sentry Key

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 will cause the reminder chime to sound. Refer to “Start- After placing the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- ing Procedures” in “Starting And Operating” for further tion, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three information.

  • Page 20: Replacement Keys

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not compat- ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting tended.

  • Page 21: Customer Key Programming

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer Sys- NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved tem serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to the by the party responsible for compliance could void the authorized dealer.

  • Page 22: Rearming Of The System

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Rearming Of The System 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle: If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to • Push LOCK on the interior power door lock switch disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn the horn with the driver and/or passenger door open.

  • Page 23: To Disarm The System

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 To Disarm The System NOTE: The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button on the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of Vehicle Security Alarm.

  • Page 24: Security System Manual Override

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery ILLUMINATED ENTRY becomes disconnected, the Vehicle Security Alarm will The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the remain armed when the battery is reconnected; the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the exterior lights will flash, the horn will sound.

  • Page 25: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat” position (extreme bottom position). REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from dis- tances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held Key Fob with RKE transmitter.
  • Page 26 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry), 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” under “Things To Know ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE trans- Before Starting Your Vehicle”...

  • Page 27: To Lock The Doors

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Under- NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm.

  • Page 28: To Open The Trunk

    26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry), 2. Release both buttons at the same time. refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” under “Things To Know 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- Before Starting Your Vehicle”...

  • Page 29: Using The Panic Alarm

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 If equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry), NOTE: refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” under “Things To Know • The interior lights will turn off if you turn the ignition Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the Using The Panic Alarm Panic Alarm is activated.

  • Page 30: General Information

    28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. General Information See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the 1.

  • Page 31: Remote Starting System - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station How To Use Remote Start tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB All of the following conditions must be met before the radios.
  • Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE programmed). Then, the engine will start and the vehicle WARNING! will remain in the Remote Start mode for a 15-minute • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or cycle.
  • Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The NOTE: Vehicle • For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter-N- Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or Go™ feature, the ignition switch must be in the allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.

  • Page 34: Door Locks

    32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Cancel Remote Start DOOR LOCKS Remote Starting will also cancel if any of the following Manual Door Locks occur: To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door • The engine stalls or engine speed exceeds 2500 rpm trim panel downward.

  • Page 35: Power Door Locks

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 If the door lock knob is down when you shut the door, WARNING! (Continued) the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the Key Fob is • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or not inside the vehicle before closing the door.
  • Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden- tally locking the Key Fob in the vehicle. Removing the Key Fob or closing the door will allow the locks to operate. If a door is open, the Key Fob is in the ignition, and the ignition is in the OFF or ACC position, a chime will sound as a reminder to remove the Key Fob.

  • Page 37: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ returned to 0 mph (0 km/h). The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and a 3.
  • Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entry door handle and no door goes ajar within 60 seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and if equipped will arm the security alarm. To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: With a Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver door handle, grab the front driver door handle to unlock the driver’s door automatically.
  • Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed all Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front Transmitter In Vehicle driver’s door handle. To select between “Unlock Driver To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a Door 1st Press”...
  • Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Enter The Trunk: NOTE: If you inadvertently leave your vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitter in the trunk and try to close the With a Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) deck lid, the deck lid will automatically unlatch, unless of the deck lid, press the button on the located on the another one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmit-...
  • Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Press The Door Handle Button To Lock Do NOT Grab The handle When Locking Do NOT grab the door handle, when pressing the door handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s).

  • Page 42: Windows

    40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
  • Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 NOTE: WARNING! • The Key Off Power Delay feature will allow the power Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do windows to operate for up to 10 minutes after the not let children play with power windows.

  • Page 44: Wind Buffeting

    42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To open the window part way, press the window switch Wind Buffeting to the first detent and release it when you want the Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of window to stop.

  • Page 45: Trunk Safety Warning

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 NOTE: The transmission must be in PARK before the With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position, the button will operate. If equipped with a manual transmis- Trunk Open symbol will display in the instrument cluster sion, the vehicle speed must be under 5 mph (8 km/h) indicating that the trunk is open.

  • Page 46: Trunk Emergency Release

    44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) through the inside of the vehicle. Always close the trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended. Once in the trunk, young children may not be able to escape, even if they entered through the rear seat. If trapped in the trunk, children can die from suffocation or heat stroke.
  • Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 • Advanced Front Air Bags for driver and front passen- all the way out and then adjusting the belt to the desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large item in a seat —...
  • Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow risk of harm from a deploying air bag: children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.
  • Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 4. Do not lean against the door or window. If your WARNING! (Continued) vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment between you and the door.

  • Page 50: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! (Continued) can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- from the vehicle.
  • Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Two people should never be belted into a single • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your seat belt. People belted together can crash into one vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat another in a collision, hurting one another badly.
  • Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Latch Plate Latch Plate To Buckle 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
  • Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will you from injury during a collision. You are more not protect you properly.
  • Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is WARNING! comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retrac- • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of tor will withdraw any slack in the belt.

  • Page 55: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ tion.

  • Page 56: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions

    54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage: The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably which are used to secure a child restraint system.

  • Page 57: Energy Management Feature

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 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 58: Seat Belt Pretensioners

    56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners 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 59: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 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 60: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug and in the recommended seating posi- tions.
  • Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator This vehicle may be equipped with Supplemental Side design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, inflation based on several factors, including the severity front, and rear passengers sitting next to a window.
  • Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Steering Wheel and Column determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), which may receive information from the front impact • Instrument Panel sensors. • Knee Impact Bolsters The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an •...
  • Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) WARNING! (Continued) Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may • Do not put anything on or around the air bag provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant covers or attempt to open them manually.
  • Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only.
  • Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during WARNING! (Continued) deployment could cause you to be severely injured or • Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects killed.

  • Page 66: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls

    64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seriously injured or killed. Occupants, especially chil- Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls dren, should not lean on or sleep against the door, side Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) windows, or area where the SAB or SABIC air bags The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system inflate, even if they are in an infant or child restraint.
  • Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in all The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of frontal collisions, including some that may produce sub- the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the stantial vehicle damage —...
  • Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Ad- ment cluster Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is vanced Front Air Bags, it signals the inflator units. A large noted that could affect the air bag system.
  • Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB) Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain Inflator Units (SABIC) Inflator Units — If Equipped The Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags are de- During collisions where the impact is confined to a signed to activate only in certain side collisions.
  • Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time, vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of until the ignition key is turned off. whether or not an air bag should have deployed.
  • Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation or all of the following may occur: continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in- •...
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.

  • Page 73: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

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

  • Page 74: Child Restraints

    72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is were buckled/fastened; required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, •...
  • Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has WARNING! a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. You should also make sure that you can install In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a it in the vehicle where you will use it.
  • Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the height or weight limits of their child...
  • Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until air bag.
  • Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for WARNING! as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height • Improper installation can lead to failure of an allowed by the child seat. infant or child restraint.
  • Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Children Too Large For Booster Seats 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs and not their stomach? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend 5.
  • Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Combined LATCH – Weight of the LATCH – Restraint Type Lower Anchors Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Seat Belt Only + Top Tether...
  • Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (LATCH) has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- Restraint System equipped child seats. There are two lower anchorages located at the back of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position.
  • Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seat- ing position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
  • Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 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 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, below the anchorage sym- bols on the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
  • Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located in the panel between the rear seatback and the rear window. These tether strap anchorages are under a plastic cover with the tether anchorage symbol on it.
  • Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end Always follow the directions of the child restraint to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten manufacturer when installing your child restraint.
  • Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Place the child seat between the lower anchorages for 6. 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 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 buckle the seat belt behind the child restraint and out of WARNING! (Continued) the child’s reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with • Child restraint anchorages are designed to with- the child restraint installation, instead of buckling it stand only those loads imposed by correctly-fitted behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the child restraints.
  • Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child into the retractor. For additional information on ALR, Restraints in this Vehicle refer to the “Automatic Locking Mode” description un- der “Occupant Restraints”.
  • Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to with the seat belt to attach a for-...
  • Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
  • Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 strap. See the section “Installing Child Restraints rear-most position to make room for the child seat. Using the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to You may also move the front seat forward to allow attach a tether anchor.
  • Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE strap. Refer to “Installing Child Restraints Using The If the belt still cannot be tightened after you shorten the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to attach a tether buckle, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn anchor.
  • Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 1. Rotate or lift the cover to access the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint. 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat.

  • Page 96: Transporting Pets

    94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child Transporting Pets restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly WARNING! injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision.

  • Page 97: Safety Tips

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can should be considered a normal part of the break-in and be detrimental and should be avoided.

  • Page 98: Exhaust Gas

    96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people follow these safety tips: •...

  • Page 99: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-...
  • Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE feel the air directed against the windshield. See your WARNING! (Continued) authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoper- • Never place or install floor mats or other floor able. coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly Floor Mat Safety Information secured to prevent them from moving and interfer- ing with the pedals or the ability to control the...

  • Page 101: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts WARNING! (Continued) and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
  • Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of MIRRORS ......106 Sun Visor .
  • Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED ..141 LIGHTS ......158 ▫...
  • Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 ▫ Flash-To-Pass ......163 ▫ To Deactivate ......171 ▫...
  • Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE ....180 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ..190 ▫...
  • Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 ▫ Sliding Center Console Armrest ...198 CUPHOLDERS ......197 ▫...

  • Page 108: Mirrors

    106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.

  • Page 109: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated.

  • Page 110: Outside Mirrors

    108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Outside Mirrors Folding Feature To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) The mirrors are equipped with a rotational hinge. The to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight mirrors have one detent (clockwise) towards the rear of overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.

  • Page 111: Power Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Power Mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the left or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move.

  • Page 112: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped

    110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature can be activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster (if equipped). Refer to “Rear Window Features” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”...

  • Page 113: Uconnect® Phone - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 desired position. To use the extender feature of the sun Uconnect® PHONE — IF EQUIPPED visor, grab the extender which is located at the rear of the Uconnect® Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- visor and pull rearward.
  • Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect® Phone allows you to transfer calls between WARNING! the system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s Any voice commanded system should be used only microphone for private conversation.

  • Page 115: Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Voice Command Button Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect® Actual button location may vary with the ra- Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect® Phone dio. The individual buttons are described in the menu structure.
  • Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE part of the command when you are asked for it. For To activate the Uconnect® Phone, simply press the example, you can use the compound form voice com- button and follow the audible prompts for directions. mand “Phonebook New Entry,”...
  • Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 • You will then be asked to give your mobile phone a The following are general phone to Uconnect® Phone pairing instructions: priority level between one and seven, with one being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven mobile •...
  • Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system will prompt you to say the number you or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a want to call. name in the phonebook, refer to “Add Names to Your Uconnect®...
  • Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 • Automatic download and update, if supported, begins • This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or as soon as the Bluetooth® wireless phone connection is deleted on the Uconnect® Phone. These can only be made to the Uconnect®...
  • Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., Edit Uconnect® Phonebook Entries “Home,” “Work,” “Mobile,” or “Other”). This will NOTE: allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone- • Editing names in the phonebook is recommended book entry, if desired.
  • Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to delete.
  • Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect® Phonebook Entries List All Names In The Uconnect® Phonebook • Press the • Press the button to begin. button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...

  • Page 123: Phone Call Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Phone Call Features Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect® Phone if the feature(s) are available on your If a call is currently in progress and you have another mobile service plan.
  • Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to “Toggling Conference Call Between Calls” in this section. To combine two calls, refer When two calls are in progress (one active and one on to “Conference Call”...
  • Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 active call is terminated by the phone far end, a call on Call Continuation hold may not become active automatically. This is cell Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the phone-dependent.

  • Page 126: Uconnect® Phone Features

    124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect® Phone Features Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is Language Selection reachable: To change the language that the Uconnect® Phone is • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency using: number for your area.
  • Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • The emergency number dialed is based on the country • paired to the Uconnect® System, where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. and • and have network coverage. Canada and 060 for Mexico).
  • Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Paging When calling a number with your Uconnect® Phone that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence To learn how to page, refer to “Working with Automated on your mobile phone keypad, you can press the Systems”.
  • Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 The Uconnect® Phone will then send the corresponding Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system tones over the phone. from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect® Phone will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).

  • Page 130: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE using Uconnect® Phone. The status is given for network Mute/Un-Mute (Mute ON/OFF) signal strength, phone battery strength, etc. When you mute the Uconnect® Phone, you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
  • Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 • When prompted, say “List Phones.” from your Uconnect® Phone paired mobile phone to the Uconnect® Phone or vice versa, press the button • The Uconnect® Phone will play the phone names of all and say “Transfer Call.”...

  • Page 132: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® Phone

    130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The selected phone will be used for the next phone Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® call. If the selected phone is not available, the Phone Uconnect® Phone will return to using the highest Uconnect®...
  • Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 • Press the button and say the “Voice Training,” This will delete all phone pairing, phone book entries, “System Training,” or “Start Voice Training” com- and other settings in all language modes. The System will mand.
  • Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Low-to-medium vehicle speed • Phonebook (Downloaded and Uconnect® Phone Lo- cal) name recognition rate is optimized when the • Low road noise entries are not similar. • Smooth road surface • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must •...
  • Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 • Low road noise Recent Calls • Smooth road surface If your phone supports “Automatic Phonebook Down- load,” Uconnect® Phone can list your Outgoing, Incom- • Fully closed windows ing and Missed Calls. •...
  • Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Uconnect® Phone will play the new text message for Uconnect® Phone will prompt you to say the name or you. number of the person you wish to send the message to. After reading a message, you can “Reply” or “Forward” List of Preset Messages: the message using Uconnect®...
  • Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • Press the 11. See You in 15 minutes button. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say 12. I am on my way “Setup, SMS Incoming Message Announcement,” you 13. I’ll be late will then be given a choice to change it.
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  • Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) zero call cancel three confirmation prompts four continue five delete dial seven download eight edit nine emergency star (*) English plus (+) erase all pound (#) Espanol add location...
  • Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) help previous home record again language redial list names return to main menu return or main menu list phones select phone select mobile send mute set up...

  • Page 143: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 General Information VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Voice Command System Operation RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: The Uconnect®...
  • Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pressing the Voice Command button while the WARNING! system is speaking is known as “barging in.” The system will be interrupted, and after the beep, you can add or Any voice commanded system should be used only change commands.

  • Page 145: Commands

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 To hear the first available Menu, press the Voice Com- Main Menu mand button and say “Help” or “Main Menu.” Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button. You may say “Main Menu” to switch to the Commands main menu.
  • Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) Radio AM • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM.” In this mode, you may say the following commands: Satellite Radio •...
  • Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Disc Mode Bluetooth® Streaming (BT) Mode To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc.” In this mode, you To switch to Bluetooth® Streaming (BT) mode, say may say the following commands: “Bluetooth Streaming.” In this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
  • Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Main menu system setup” – “Continue” (to continue recording) • “Switch to system setup” – “Delete” (to delete the recording) • “Change to setup” • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) — During the playback you may press the Voice Com- •...

  • Page 149: Voice Training

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Voice Training SEATS For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect® vehicle. Voice “Voice Training” feature may be used. WARNING! 1.

  • Page 150: Power Seats

    148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward The power seat switches are located on the outboard side The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. of the front seat cushions. The power seat switches are Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will used to control the position of the seat.
  • Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Power Lumbar — If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats are also equipped with power lumbar. The power lumbar switch is located on the outboard side of the power seat. Push the switch forward to increase the lumbar support.

  • Page 152: Heated Seats - If Equipped

    150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Do not place any article under a power seat or Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to control which could cause a collision and serious the seat controls.
  • Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. WARNING! Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for HIGH, one for LOW and none for OFF.

  • Page 154: Manual Forward Or Rearward Adjustment

    152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Forward Or Rearward Adjustment Manual Front Seatback Recline The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seat, near To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired rearward.

  • Page 155: Passenger Seat Easy Entry

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which could result in serious injury or death. Passenger Seat Easy Entry On the passenger seat, pull forward on the lever located on the side of the seatback in order to dump the seatback...
  • Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The AHRs will automatically return to their normal WARNING! position following a rear impact. If the AHRs do not return to their normal position see your authorized The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- dealer immediately.

  • Page 157: Folding Rear Seat

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 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 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat Folded Rear Seat When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat strap.

  • Page 159: To Open And Close The Hood

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position, the seat will not provide the proper sta- bility for child seats and/or passengers. An improp- erly latched seat could cause serious injury.

  • Page 160: Lights

    158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged. WARNING! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.

  • Page 161: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent instrument panel light dimming, interior lights and fog for parking light and instrument panel light operation. lights. Turn it to the second detent for headlight, parking light and instrument panel light operation.

  • Page 162: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)

    160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights On With Wipers (Available With To activate the delay feature, place the ignition in the OFF Automatic Headlights Only) position while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off the headlights within 45 seconds. The delay interval When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on begins when the headlight switch is turned off.

  • Page 163: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped Lights-On Reminder The headlights will come on as Daytime Running Lights If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition (DRL) whenever the ignition is placed in the RUN is in the OFF position, a chime will sound to alert the position, the headlights are off and the parking brake is driver when the driver’s door is opened.

  • Page 164: Multifunction Lever

    162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn signals, headlight beam selection and passing lights. The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column. Fog Light Operation An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates when the fog lights are turned on.

  • Page 165: Turn Signals

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Turn Signals Lane Change Assist Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.

  • Page 166: Map/Reading Lights

    164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead console. Each light is turned on by pressing the lens. Press the lens a second time to turn off the light. These lights also turn on when a door is opened, or when the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is...

  • Page 167: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 open. This includes the glove box light, but not the trunk Interior Light Defeat (OFF) light. To restore interior light operation, either place the Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom off ignition in the RUN position or cycle the light switch.

  • Page 168: Intermittent Wiper System

    166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the wind- shield wipers may result if the wiper switch is left in any position other than off. Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be-...

  • Page 169: Mist Feature

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Mist Feature three wipe cycles after releasing the multifunction lever and then resume the intermittent interval previously Rotate the end of the lever downward to the Mist selected. position to activate a single wipe cycle to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle.

  • Page 170: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)

    168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights On With Wipers (Available With TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN Automatic Headlights Only) This feature allows you to tilt the steering column When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on shorten the steering column.

  • Page 171: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 To unlock the steering column, pull the lever downward. The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel right side of the steering wheel. upward or downward as desired.

  • Page 172: To Activate

    170 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 173: To Deactivate

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 To Deactivate The speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the U.S.

  • Page 174: To Accelerate For Passing

    172 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 175: Parksense® Rear Park Assist - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 ParkSense® will retain the last system state (enabled or WARNING! disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is changed to the ON/RUN position. Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed.

  • Page 176: Parksense® Warning Display

    174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense® Warning Display ParkSense® Display The ParkSense® Warning screen will only be displayed if When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display Sound and Display is selected from the Customer- Pro- will turn ON indicating the system status. grammable Features section of the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
  • Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Park Assist System Off Slow Tone The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
  • Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Continuous Tone The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle:...

  • Page 179: Enabling/Disabling Parksense

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 59-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 59 in (150 cm) (150-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Audible Alert None Single 1/2 Slow Fast Continuous...

  • Page 180: Service The Parksense® Rear Park Assist System

    178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE shift lever is moved to REVERSE and the system is OFF REAR SENSORS message for as long as the vehicle disabled, the EVIC will display the “PARK ASSIST SYS- is in REVERSE. Under this condition, ParkSense® will TEM OFF”...

  • Page 181: Parksense® System Usage Precautions

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 • ParkSense®, when on, will MUTE the radio when it is ParkSense® System Usage Precautions sounding a tone. NOTE: • Clean the ParkSense® sensors regularly, taking care • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, not to scratch or damage them.

  • Page 182: Overhead Console

    180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! • ParkSense® is only a parking aid and it is unable to Drivers must be careful when backing up even when recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles. using the Rear Park Assist system. Always check Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to check detected at all.

  • Page 183: Courtesy/Reading Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 These lights also turn on when a door is opened, when the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is turned fully upward, past the second detent. Sunglasses Storage At the rear of the console, a compartment is provided for the storage of a pair of sunglasses.

  • Page 184: Before You Begin Programming Homelink

    182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The HomeLink® buttons that are located in the overhead Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® console designate the three different HomeLink® chan- Ensure your vehicle is parked outside of the garage nels. before you begin programming. For efficient programming and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the...

  • Page 185: Programming A Rolling Code

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons. • If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
  • Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand - held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 attached to the garage door opener/device motor. cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to Firmly press and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- program.

  • Page 187: Programming A Non-Rolling Code

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button 2. Place the hand - held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, program.

  • Page 188: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming

    186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button. Canadian/Gate Operator Programming The EVIC will display “CHANNEL # TRANSMIT.” If For programming transmitters in Canada/United States the garage door opener/device activates, program- that require the transmitter signals to “time-out” after ming is complete.

  • Page 189: Using Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink® Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button button while you press and release (“cycle”), your To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, hand - held transmitter every two seconds. follow these steps: 4.

  • Page 190: Security

    188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Press the LEARN button on the Garage Door Opener Security to complete the training for a Rolling Code. It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn • Did you unplug the device for programming and in your vehicle.

  • Page 191: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 General Information WARNING! This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Your motorized door or gate will open and close Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following while you are programming the universal trans- two conditions: ceiver.

  • Page 192: Power Sunroof - If Equipped

    190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or visors on the overhead console. with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children.

  • Page 193: Opening Sunroof - Express

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 movement. The sunroof and sunshade will remain in a WARNING! (Continued) partially opened condition until the switch is pushed and • Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. held rearward again. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any Closing Sunroof —...

  • Page 194: Pinch Protect Feature

    192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protect Feature Sunshade Operation This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an ob- sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. struction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is sunroof will automatically retract.

  • Page 195: Sunroof Maintenance

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 Sunroof Maintenance ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean There are two 12 Volt (13 Amp) electrical power outlets the glass panel. on this vehicle. Both of the outlets are protected by a fuse. Ignition Off Operation The front 12 Volt power outlet has power available only when the ignition is placed in the ACC or RUN position.
  • Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. •...
  • Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 Center Console Power Outlet Power Outlet Fuse Locations Items plugged into this power outlet may discharge the 1 — #18 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel battery and/or prevent the engine from starting. 2 —...
  • Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.

  • Page 199: Cupholders

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 CAUTION! (Continued) • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.

  • Page 200: Sliding Center Console Armrest

    198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cupholders The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide convenient access to beverage cans or bottles while maintaining a resting place for the rear occupant’s el- bows.

  • Page 201: Console Storage

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 UCI supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod® and iPhone® devices. Refer to “Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) — If Equipped” in “Understanding Your Instru- ment Panel” for further information. Sliding Console Armrest Console Storage The center console has a storage compartment located underneath the armrest, and also contains a 12 Volt Center Console...

  • Page 202: Rear Window Features

    200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear WARNING! window defroster only when the engine is operating. Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- CAUTION! ment lid in the open position. Driving with the console compartment lid open may result in injury in Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to a collision.
  • Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Sport Mode......226 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..204 ▫...
  • Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operation Instructions — CD MODE For Uconnect® 730N/430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED ......235 CD And MP3 Audio Play .
  • Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 ▫ Controlling The iPod® Or External USB Device ▫ CD Player ......270 Using Radio Buttons .

  • Page 206: Instrument Panel Features

    204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlets 6 — ESC OFF Switch 11 — Ignition Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Sport Button 12 — Trunk Release Button 3 — Glove Compartment 8 — Hazard Warning Switch 13 —...

  • Page 207: Instrument Cluster

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...

  • Page 208: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 4. Electronic Speed Control Indicator Light 1. Fuel Gauge This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is on. The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is placed in the ON/RUN position.
  • Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 it means that the charging system is experiencing a vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho- problem. See your local authorized dealer to obtain rized dealer for service as soon as possible. service immediately. If the light is flashing when the engine is running, If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting immediate service is required.
  • Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 9. Turn Signal Indicators CAUTION! The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal Driving with a hot engine cooling system could when the turn signal lever is operated. damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,”...
  • Page 211 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 on while driving, have the system inspected at an autho- 12. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ rized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Vehicle”...
  • Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: 14. Oil Pressure Warning Light • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on light should turn on momentarily when the engine is momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned started.
  • Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 16. Seat Belt Reminder Light 18. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as This indicator will illuminate when the front fog a bulb check when the ignition switch is first lights are on.
  • Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: U.S. Federal regulations require that upon trans- 20. Brake Warning Light fer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the pur- This light monitors various brake functions, chaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been including brake fluid level and parking brake driven.
  • Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required. NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi- turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the...
  • Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 21. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.
  • Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- CAUTION! (Continued) quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera- When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- tion or sensor damage may result when using re- tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure placement equipment that is not of the same size, as intended.
  • Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL functioning and service is required. However, the con- start. If the MIL does not come on when turning the key ventional brake system will continue to operate normally from OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked if the BRAKE warning light is not on.

  • Page 219: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 WARNING! A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you drive slowly or park over flammable substances such as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could result in death or serious injury to the driver, occupants or others.
  • Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering • Tire Pressure Monitor System wheel: • Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) • Compass Display •...

  • Page 221: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 MENU Button SELECT Button Press and release the MENU button to access Press and release the SELECT button for access the main menu, or to return to the main menu to main menus, sub-menus or to select a per- from the sub-menus.
  • Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single • Channels Cleared chime) • Did Not Train • Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime) • Low Tire Pressure (with a single chime) •...

  • Page 223: Gear Shift Indicator (Gsi) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 • Key not Programmed When the shift up indicator (+) is shown on the display, the GSI is advising the driver to engage a higher gear. • Vehicle Not in Park When the shift down indicator (-) is shown on the •...
  • Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent within 10 seconds. upon your personal driving style. 3. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE Unless reset, this message will continue to display each START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN...

  • Page 225: Trip Functions

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 Trip Functions The Trip Functions mode displays the following. • Average Fuel Economy/Fuel Saver Mode — If Press and release the MENU button until one of the following Trip Functions displays in the EVIC: Equipped •...
  • Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Fuel Saver Mode–On Fuel Saver Mode–Off • This feature allows you to monitor when you are • Distance To Empty (DTE) driving in a fuel efficient manner, and it can be used to • Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with modify driving habits in order to increase fuel the fuel remaining in the tank.
  • Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 • Trip B is determined by a weighted average of the instanta- neous and average fuel economy, according to the Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last current fuel tank level. DTE cannot be reset through reset.

  • Page 228: Sport Mode

    226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL a second time within three seconds of resetting the currently-displayed function. (>Reset ALL will display during this three-second window.) Sport Mode This light will illuminate when the sport mode is selected. This mode provides performance based tuning.

  • Page 229: Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (Dss) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” in “Starting And Oper- Mode will only be available for video media sources ating” for more information. (DVDs, Video CDs, or other video media supported by the radio). NOTE: Under certain conditions, the display may be superseded by another display of higher priority.
  • Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Compass Calibration 3. Press the UP or DOWN button until “CALIBRATE COMPASS” displays in the EVIC. This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is 4. Press and release the SELECT button to start the new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will calibration.
  • Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Lap- 2. Press and release the MENU button until Personal tops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass Settings displays in the EVIC.

  • Page 232: System Warnings (Customer Information Features)

    230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL System Warnings (Customer Information Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) Features) Press and release the MENU button until “SYSTEM Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall WARNINGS” displays in the EVIC. Then, press the Up or features when the transmission is in PARK.
  • Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 Unlock Doors Automatically on Exit NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter- N-Go (Passive Entry) and the EVIC is programmed to When ON is selected, both doors will unlock when the Unlock All Doors 1st Press, all doors will unlock no vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the PARK or matter which Passive Entry equipped door handle is NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened.
  • Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL your selection, press and release the SELECT button until Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock a check-mark appears next to the feature showing the When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will system has been activated or the check-mark is removed flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the showing the system has been deactivated.
  • Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 NOTE: Turning the headlights on during the daytime Turn Headlights On With Remote Key Unlock causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate brightness, refer to “Lights” in “Understanding The and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are Features Of Your Vehicle.”...
  • Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Turn-by-Turn Navigation — If Equipped or the check-mark is removed showing the system has been deactivated. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” in When ON is selected, the Turn-by-Turn directions will “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”. appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a desig- nated turn within a programmed route.

  • Page 237: Uconnect® 730N/430/430N Cd/Dvd/Hdd/Nav

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Display Units Of Measure In Uconnect® 130 The EVIC, odometer, and Uconnect® gps (if equipped) can be changed between English and Metric units of measure. To make your selection, press and release the SELECT button until “ENGLISH” or “METRIC” appears. Uconnect®...
  • Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping, until you release it. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second TIME Button time to turn off the radio.
  • Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 RW/FF Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the treble tones.

  • Page 240: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button — To Set The Pushbutton Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding Memory button number will display. When you are receiving a station that you wish to Buttons 1 - 6 commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RND These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you button.
  • Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), CAUTION! recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.
  • Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EJECT Button — Ejecting A CD the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes. Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within...

  • Page 243: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Supported Media (Disc Types) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3.
  • Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of names and folder names is limited. For large numbers multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in of files and/or folders, the radio may be unable to longer disc loading times.
  • Page 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 Playback Of MP3 Files MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) cation quency (kHz) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more...

  • Page 246: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode

    244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions — Auxiliary Mode Uconnect® 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an MP3 player, or iPod®, and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
  • Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping, until you release it. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second Voice Command System (Radio) —...
  • Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Clock Setting Procedure starting at step 2. For vehicles not equipped with satellite radio, press the SETUP button and then follow the above 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. procedure, starting at step 2. 2.
  • Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 Setting The Tone, Balance And Fade Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between will display.
  • Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type format types: play Oldies Oldies 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type Personality Persnlty play Public Public No program type or un- None defined Rhythm and Blues R &...
  • Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL con- is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency trol knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to station with the same selected Music Type name.

  • Page 252: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and MP3 Audio Play SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM NOTE: and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory.
  • Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio CAUTION! (Continued) ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and • Dual-media disc types (one side is a DVD, the begin to play when you insert the disc.

  • Page 254: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button AM/FM Button Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. CD. Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginning SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) of the current selection, or return to the beginning of the Press this button while the CD is playing to activate...
  • Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 Supported Media (Disc Types) display the file name and folder name, and will assign a number instead. With a maximum number of files, The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3.
  • Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) cation quency (kHz) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, extension may cause playback problems.

  • Page 257: List Button - Cd Mode For Mp3 Play

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 Playback Of MP3 Files LIST Button — CD Mode For MP3 Play When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium on the disc.

  • Page 258: Operating Instructions (Uconnect® Phone) - If Equipped

    256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) to return to elapsed time display. Press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when the Operation Instructions —...
  • Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 System Activation To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you ESN/SID Access may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- service that is included with the factory-installed satellite tion and the radio on, press the SETUP button and scroll radio system in your vehicle.
  • Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL decreased performance. Larger luggage items such as Operating Instructions — Uconnect® Multimedia bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within (Satellite) Mode the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or on or above the antenna.
  • Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 INFO Button MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button able).
  • Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SETUP Button You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display following items: window.

  • Page 263: Ipod®/Usb/Mp3 Control

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED Connecting The iPod® Or External USB Device This feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be Use the connection cable to connect an iPod® or external plugged into the USB port, located in the center console USB device to the vehicle’s USB/AUX connector port or glove compartment.

  • Page 264: Using This Feature

    262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The center console will have a position where the NOTE: If the audio device battery is completely dis- iPod® or consumer electronic audio device cable can be charged, it may not communicate with the iPod®/USB/ routed through without damaging the cable when clos- MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained.

  • Page 265: Controlling The Ipod® Or External Usb Device Using Radio Buttons

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 • Turning it clockwise (forward) by one click, while Controlling The iPod® Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons playing a track, skips to the next track or press the VR button and say Next Track. To get into the iPod®/USB/MP3 control mode and •...

  • Page 266: List Or Browse Mode

    264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL during play mode will jump to the next track in the SCAN button again. During Scan mode, pressing the list, or press the VR button and say Next or Previous << SEEK and SEEK >> buttons will select the previous Track.
  • Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 • Turning it clockwise (forward) and counterclockwise • Preset 2 – Artists (backward) scrolls through the lists, displaying the • Preset 3 – Albums track detail on the radio display. Once the track to be •...

  • Page 268: Bluetooth® Streaming Audio (Btsa)

    266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL device, then follow the same steps to go to the desired WARNING! track in that list. Not all iPod® or external USB device sub-menu levels are available on this system. Do not plug in or remove the iPod® or external USB device while driving.

  • Page 269: Harman Kardon® Logic7® High

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 device first, then it will get streamed to the Uconnect® Previous Track phone system. Seven devices can be paired to the Use the SEEK DOWN button, or press the VR button on Uconnect® phone system, but just one can be selected the radio and say “Previous Track,”...
  • Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL proprietary amplifier and speaker technologies deliver- AUX input; and is activated through Uconnect® radio ing substantial increases in component and system effi- touchscreen. Refer to “Customer Programmable Fea- ciency levels. tures” under “Uconnect® SETTINGS” in “Understand- ing Your Instrument Panel”.

  • Page 271: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a EQUIPPED push-button in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the rocker The remote sound system controls are located on the rear switch will increase the volume, and pressing the bottom surface of the steering wheel.

  • Page 272: Cd Player

    270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The button located in the center of the left-hand control CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following grammed in the radio preset pushbutton. precautions: CD Player 1.

  • Page 273: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular CLIMATE CONTROLS disc, it may be damaged (e.g., scratched, reflective coat- Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ing removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- oversized, or have protection encoding.

  • Page 274: Automatic Operation

    272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Operation You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically. Selecting Operation of the system is quite simple. the “O” (OFF) position on the blower control stops the Turn the Mode Control knob (right knob) and the Blower system completely and closes the outside air intake.

  • Page 275: Blower Control

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 • If your air conditioning performance seems lower than Manual Operation expected, check the front of the A/C condenser located This system offers a full complement of manual override in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt or features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic, insects.
  • Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
  • Page 277 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 • Floor The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (right knob) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and •...
  • Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Air Conditioner Control NOTE: • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK Press this button to turn on the air conditioning during manual operation position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. only. When the air conditioning is •...

  • Page 279: Operating Tips

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 Operating Tips Vacation Storage Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air suggested control settings for various weather condi- conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the tions.
  • Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Side Window Demisters A/C Air Filter A side window demister outlet is located at each end of The A/C Filter prevents most dust and pollen from the instrument panel. These non-adjustable outlets direct entering the cabin. The filter acts on air coming from air toward the side windows when the system is in the outside the vehicle and recirculated air within the pas- FLOOR, MIX, or DEFROST mode.
  • Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions While In Manual Override...
  • Page 283 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....286 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . .294 ▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ..286 MANUAL TRANSMISSION —...
  • Page 284 282 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock....301 POWER STEERING .....315 ▫...
  • Page 285 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 ▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..327 ▫ Tire Types ......347 ▫...
  • Page 286 284 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ... .374 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ....366 ▫...
  • Page 287 STARTING AND OPERATING 285 ▫ Towing Requirements ....382 ▫ Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle ......389 ▫...

  • Page 288: Starting Procedures

    286 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if in a location accessible to children), and do not present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with...

  • Page 289: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 287 Press the clutch pedal fully to the floor, and turn the Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ignition switch to the START position and release when The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within 15 position before you can start the engine.

  • Page 290: Keyless Enter-N-Go™ - If Equipped

    288 STARTING AND OPERATING Using Fob With Integrated Key (Tip Start) Keyless Enter-N-Go™ — If Equipped NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm This feature allows the driver to oper- engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the ate the ignition switch with the push accelerator pedal.

  • Page 291: Normal Starting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 289 3. Press firmly on the center of the button to secure it into 2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pressing the position. ENGINE START/STOP button once. Removing The Button 3. The system takes over and attempts to start the vehicle.
  • Page 292 290 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Release the button when the engine starts. If the 3. If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/ vehicle fails to start within 15 seconds, release the STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle button, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal speed must be above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the Starting”...
  • Page 293 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 • If the vehicle speed is above 5 mph (8 km/h), the To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two START/STOP Button — Manual Transmission Only seconds before the engine will shut off. The ignition 1.

  • Page 294: Extreme Cold Weather

    292 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time If Engine Fails To Start to change the ignition switch to the RUN position (EVIC displays “IGNITION MODE RUN”), WARNING! 4. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time •...
  • Page 295 STARTING AND OPERATING 293 disengage. Once this occurs, release the accelerator pedal WARNING! (Continued) and the brake pedal, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster the “Normal Starting” procedure. cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE battery or the battery in another vehicle.

  • Page 296: After Starting

    294 STARTING AND OPERATING Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using Fob With After Starting Integrated Key) The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will If the engine fails to start after you have followed the decrease as the engine warms up. “Normal Starting”...

  • Page 297: Manual Transmission - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 295 WARNING! CAUTION! • Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch Remember to disconnect the engine block heater cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt pedal, or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the electrical cord could cause electrocution.

  • Page 298: Shifting

    296 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: During cold weather, you may experience in- Shifting creased effort in shifting until the transmission fluid Fully press the clutch pedal and lift your foot off the warms up. This is normal. accelerator pedal before shifting gears. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator pedal.

  • Page 299: Recommended Shift Speeds

    STARTING AND OPERATING 297 MANUAL TRANSMISSION RECOMMENDED CAUTION! SHIFT SPEEDS Always make sure the vehicle comes to a complete Axle stop before shifting into REVERSE. Failure to do so Ratio may result in transmission damage. 3.73 You must always use first gear (or Reverse) when starting (km/h) (32) (40)

  • Page 300: 1-4 Skip Shift

    298 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Also, this may be more noticeable when the transmis- sion is warm. This is a normal condition and is not an • Your vehicle is equipped with a transmission reverse indication of a problem with your clutch or transmis- inhibitor system.

  • Page 301: Downshifting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 299 When the “1–4 Skip Shift Indicator Message” is dis- CAUTION! played, the shift mechanism will only allow shifts from • If you skip more than one gear while downshifting first gear to fourth gear. After you shift the transmission to fourth gear, you can press the clutch in and shift to or downshift at too high an engine speed, you another forward gear.
  • Page 302 300 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure has come to a complete stop and the engine is at those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, idle speed.

  • Page 303: Key Ignition Park Interlock

    STARTING AND OPERATING 301 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Children should be warned not to touch the park- if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If ing brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. •...

  • Page 304: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System

    302 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift hundred miles (kilometers). Interlock system (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in PARK unless the brakes are applied.

  • Page 305: Gear Ranges

    STARTING AND OPERATING 303 NOTE: • After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is especially important when the engine is cold. • If there is a need to restart the engine, be sure to cycle the ignition to the OFF position before restarting.
  • Page 306 304 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a level surface, you may shift the WARNING! (Continued) transmission into PARK first, and then apply the parking • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others brake. if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before move the shift lever out of PARK with the brake shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on...
  • Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
  • Page 308 306 STARTING AND OPERATING • Look at the transmission gear position display and CAUTION! verify that it indicates the PARK position. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF will not move out of PARK.
  • Page 309 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 DRIVE (D) WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe shifts, and the best fuel economy.
  • Page 310 308 STARTING AND OPERATING SPORT — If Equipped may be illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without This mode alters the transmission’s automatic shift damaging the transmission. schedule for sportier driving. Upshift speeds are in- creased to make full use of available engine power.

  • Page 311: Autostick

    STARTING AND OPERATING 309 NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- AUTOSTICK® mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your AutoStick® is a driver-interactive transmission feature earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has providing manual shift control, giving you more control diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could of the vehicle.
  • Page 312 310 STARTING AND OPERATING • The transmission will automatically downshift as the AutoStick® mode will retain the current gear. When AutoStick® is active, the current transmission gear is vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will displayed in the instrument cluster. In AutoStick® mode, display the current gear.

  • Page 313: Sport Mode - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 311 To disengage AutoStick® mode, hold the shift lever to the the center console, there is a “SPORT” button that when right or press and hold the (+) shift paddle (if equipped) pressed the vehicle will enter “SPORT” mode. until “D”...

  • Page 314: Driving On Slippery Surfaces

    312 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Acceleration wedge of water to build up between the tire and road Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- surface.

  • Page 315: Driving Through Water

    STARTING AND OPERATING 313 Your vehicle is equipped with a Limited Slip Differential WARNING! (Continued) (LSD) that reduces, but does not eliminate, the amount of warning may result in injuries that are serious or wheel slip across a given axle for improved handling. fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
  • Page 316 314 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- • Determine the condition of the road or the path cle’s braking capabilities, which increases stopping that is under water and if there are any obstacles in distances.

  • Page 317: Power Steering

    STARTING AND OPERATING 315 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! • Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can Extreme steering maneuvers may cause the electri- cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious cally driven pump to reduce or stop power steering internal damage to the engine.

  • Page 318: Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L Engine Only - If Equipped

    316 STARTING AND OPERATING steering maneuvers may have occurred, which caused an FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINE ONLY — over temperature condition in the power steering system. IF EQUIPPED You will lose power steering assistance momentarily This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting until the over temperature condition no longer exists.

  • Page 319: Manual Transmission - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 317 NOTE: Manual Transmission — If Equipped • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To release the sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will parking brake, pull the parking brake release handle.

  • Page 320: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped

    318 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission — If Equipped The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the park brake, firmly push the park brake pedal fully. To release the parking brake, press the park brake pedal a second time and let your foot up as you feel the brake disengage.
  • Page 321 STARTING AND OPERATING 319 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the in a location accessible to children), and do not parking brake.

  • Page 322: Brake System

    320 STARTING AND OPERATING In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for CAUTION! example, repeated brake applications with the engine OFF) the brakes will still function. The effort required to If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required parking brake released, a brake system malfunction with the power system operating.
  • Page 323 STARTING AND OPERATING 321 is working properly. This self check occurs each time the WARNING! vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph (11 km/h). • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains so- ABS is activated during braking under certain road or phisticated electronic equipment that may be sus- stopping conditions.
  • Page 324 322 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent The “Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning the natural laws of physics from acting on the Light” monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System. The vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of...

  • Page 325: Electronic Brake Control System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 323 does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) the ON position, have the bulb repaired as soon as This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control possible. under adverse braking conditions by controlling hydrau- lic brake pressure.

  • Page 326: Traction Control System (Tcs)

    324 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) Brake Assist System (BAS) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each This system complements the ABS by optimizing the driven wheel. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is vehicle braking capability during emergency braking applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is maneuvers.

  • Page 327: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 325 during this short period of time, the system will release WARNING! brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill. The system will release brake pressure in proportion to The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the the intended direction of travel.
  • Page 328 326 STARTING AND OPERATING For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the WARNING! following steps: There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded NOTE: You must complete Steps 1 through 8 within 90 vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system seconds.

  • Page 329: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 327 7. Press the “ESC Off” switch (located in the lower Electronic Stability Control (ESC) switch bank below the climate controls) four times This system enhances directional control and stability of within 20 seconds. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction the vehicle under various driving conditions.
  • Page 330 328 STARTING AND OPERATING • Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than WARNING! (Continued) appropriate for the steering wheel position. never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner • Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety appropriate for the steering wheel position.
  • Page 331 STARTING AND OPERATING 329 Partial Off NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or when starting off in deep snow, The “Partial Off” mode is intended for times when a sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the more spirited driving experience is desired.
  • Page 332 330 STARTING AND OPERATING Full Off — If Equipped NOTE: The ESC OFF message will display and the audible chime will sound when the shift lever is moved This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use into the PARK position from any position other than only and should not be used on any public roadways.

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

    STARTING AND OPERATING 331 NOTE: When the ESC is switched OFF, a feature of the ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And system remains active. This feature controls wheel spin ESC OFF Indicator Light across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential. If one wheel on an axle is spinning faster than the other, The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel...
  • Page 334 332 STARTING AND OPERATING • Each time the ignition is cycled ON, the ESC system The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo- cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as will be ON even if it was cycled off previously. the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active.

  • Page 335: Tire Safety Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 333 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 336 334 STARTING AND OPERATING • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into into the sidewall.
  • Page 337 STARTING AND OPERATING 335 EXAMPLE: 65 = Aspect ratio in percent (%) — Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10.5 = Section width in inches (in) R = Construction code — R means radial construction — D means diagonal or bias construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index...

  • Page 338: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    336 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 339 STARTING AND OPERATING 337 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 340: Tire Terminology And Definitions

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

  • Page 341: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    STARTING AND OPERATING 339 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 342 340 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 343 STARTING AND OPERATING 341 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 344 342 STARTING AND OPERATING...

  • Page 345: Tires - General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 343 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 346: Tire Inflation Pressures

    344 STARTING AND OPERATING Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability WARNING! (Continued) Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the ride.
  • Page 347 STARTING AND OPERATING 345 At least once a month: (1.6 km) after a three hour period. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure • Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality molded into the tire sidewall. pocket-type pressure gauge.

  • Page 348: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation

    346 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 349: Tire Types

    STARTING AND OPERATING 347 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 350: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped

    348 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 351: Spare Tires - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 349 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 352 350 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 353: Tire Spinning

    STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Tire Spinning WARNING! When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- handling.

  • Page 354: Tread Wear Indicators

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

  • Page 355: Replacement Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 353 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 356: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)

    354 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
  • Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 • Install on Rear Tires Only. CAUTION! • Due to limited clearance, P235/55R18 or P225/60R18 To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the tire with a Security Chain Company (SCC) Super Z6 following precautions: low profile traction device or equivalent is recom- •...

  • Page 358: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    356 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 all season type tions on the method of installation, operating tires.

  • Page 359: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 357 The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure.
  • Page 360 358 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if For example, your vehicle may have a recommended the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure limit for any reason, including low temperature effects of 30 psi (207 kPa).
  • Page 361 STARTING AND OPERATING 359 NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care • The TPMS has been optimized for the original and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and or condition.

  • Page 362: Base System

    360 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire. The “TPM Telltale Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster, a “LOW TIRE” message will Base System be displayed and a chime will sound when tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless...
  • Page 363 STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Service TPMS Warning Vehicles with Compact Spare If a system fault is detected, the “TPM Telltale Light” will 1. The compact spare tire does not have a TPM sensor. flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in The system fault will also sound a chime.

  • Page 364: Premium System - If Equipped

    362 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and The TPMS consists of the following components: reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, • Receiver module, the TPMS will update automatically and the “TPM •...
  • Page 365 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 will automatically update, the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flashing, and the “TPM Telltale Light” will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information.
  • Page 366 364 STARTING AND OPERATING longer display, and a pressure value will display in place of the dashes. A system fault can occur due to any of the following: 1. Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM sensors.
  • Page 367 STARTING AND OPERATING 365 message is then followed with a graphic display with 3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above pressure values still shown. This indicates that the pres- 15 mph (24 km/h), the “TPM Telltale Light” will flash sure values are still being received from the TPM sensors on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.

  • Page 368: General Information

    366 STARTING AND OPERATING low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active FUEL REQUIREMENTS road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 3.6L Engine — If Equipped 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information.

  • Page 369: L Engine (With Automatic Transmission)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 367 Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and The use of premium gasoline is not recommended, as it endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- will not provide any benefit over regular gasoline in wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties these engines.

  • Page 370: L Engine (With Manual Transmission)

    368 STARTING AND OPERATING 5.7L Engine (With Manual Transmission) Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- The 5.7L engine (with manual transmis- genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- sion) is designed to meet all emissions ates are required in some areas of the country during the regulations and provide excellent fuel winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions.

  • Page 371: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles

    STARTING AND OPERATING 369 E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with E-85 perform the following: Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso- • Drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer). line containing 10% ethanol (E10).

  • Page 372: Materials Added To Fuel

    370 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 373: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    STARTING AND OPERATING 371 Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being WARNING! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Most of these products contain high concentrations Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon of methanol.

  • Page 374: Adding Fuel

    372 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. •...
  • Page 375 STARTING AND OPERATING 373 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control running. system could result from using an improper fuel • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a tank filler tube cap (gas cap).

  • Page 376: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message

    374 STARTING AND OPERATING Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message VEHICLE LOADING If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a the “Vehicle Certification Label”. This information ”gASCAP”...

  • Page 377: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 375 • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear WARNING! • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is • Type of Vehicle important that you do not exceed the maximum front • Month Day and Hour of Manufacture (MDH) or rear GAWR.

  • Page 378: Loading

    376 STARTING AND OPERATING Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle NOTE: Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed separately. It is important that you distribute the load to the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR evenly over the front and rear axles.

  • Page 379: Common Towing Definitions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 377 Common Towing Definitions measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be The following trailer towing related definitions will assist supported by the scale. you in understanding the following information: Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
  • Page 380 378 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Sway Control WARNING! The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping It is important that you do not exceed the maximum link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- can result if either rating is exceeded.
  • Page 381 STARTING AND OPERATING 379 Weight-Distributing Hitch and trailer configuration/loading to comply with Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) requirements. Weight Dis- A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- tribution hitched are recommended for loads in excess of age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg).

  • Page 382: Trailer Hitch Classification

    380 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class Max. Trailer Hitch In- the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can dustry Standards tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.

  • Page 383: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 381 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Max. GTW (Gross Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. Tongue Wt. Trailer Wt.) 3.6L Automatic 12 sq ft (1.11 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) 5.7L Automatic...
  • Page 384 382 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the “Tire and Loading Information”...
  • Page 385 STARTING AND OPERATING 383 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) overload your vehicle or trailer.
  • Page 386 384 STARTING AND OPERATING • Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe WARNING! (Continued) and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to • Total weight must be distributed between the tow “Tires – General Information” in “Starting and Oper- vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ating”...
  • Page 387 STARTING AND OPERATING 385 Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes WARNING! • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake This could cause inadequate braking and possible system and cause it to fail.
  • Page 388 386 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances. Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety.
  • Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing up the trailer in an area located away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission — If Equipped The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing.
  • Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING • To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous or frequent trailer towing.” Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as neces- sary to avoid extended driving at high RPM. Return to Electronic Speed Control —...
  • Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Wheels OFF The Towing Condition Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Ground • Transmission in Flat Tow None NEUTRAL NOT ALLOWED • 65 mph (105 km/h) maximum speed Dolly Tow Front Not Recommended...
  • Page 392 390 STARTING AND OPERATING • There is no limitation on towing distance. CAUTION! Manual transmission vehicles may also be towed using a Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- vehicle trailer (with all four wheels off the ground). ments can cause severe transmission damage.
  • Page 393 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...393 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..406 ▫ Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage ..407 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
  • Page 394 392 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ▫ Automatic Transmission ....424 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE ....421 ▫...

  • Page 395: Hazard Warning Flashers

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 393 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery. The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the switch bank near the bottom center of the instrument IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS panel.

  • Page 396: Tirefit Kit - If Equipped

    394 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum WARNING! heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a You or others can be badly burned by hot engine supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.

  • Page 397: Tirefit Storage

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 395 TIREFIT Storage TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk. TIREFIT Components 1 — Sealant Bottle 5 — Mode Select Knob TIREFIT Location 2 — Deflation Button 6 — Sealant Hose (Clear) 3 —...

  • Page 398: Tirefit Usage Precautions

    396 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Using The Power Button Your TIREFIT kit is equipped with the following symbols Push and release the Power Button (4) once to to indicate the air or sealant mode. turn On the TIREFIT kit.
  • Page 399 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 397 the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded. • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the TIREFIT kit.
  • Page 400 398 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the source. vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the •...

  • Page 401: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 399 kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and WARNING! (Continued) running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of to place the valve stem in this position before proceed- an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician ing.
  • Page 402 400 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the tire. valve stem.
  • Page 403 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 401 NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air pressure within 15 minutes: Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
  • Page 404 402 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the (D) Drive Vehicle: valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure storage location.
  • Page 405 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 403 (E) After Driving: If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher: Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop 1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn on TIREFIT and to Use TIREFIT”...

  • Page 406: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications

    404 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as pos- that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in sible.

  • Page 407: Torque Specifications

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 405 Torque Specifications Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/ Lug Nut/ Bolt Size Bolt Socket Size 130 Ft-Lbs (176 N·m) M14 x 1.50 22 mm **Use only Chrysler recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening. Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles.

  • Page 408: Jacking And Tire Changing

    406 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.

  • Page 409: Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 407 WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
  • Page 410 408 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Fastener Jack Fastener 4. Remove the spare tire. 6. Remove the jack and lug wrench assembly from under the spare tire. Turn the jack screw to the left to loosen 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack. the lug wrench, and remove the wrench from the jack assembly.

  • Page 411: Preparations For Jacking

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 409 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. WARNING! 3. Set the parking brake. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or 4. Place the shift lever into PARK (automatic transmis- hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- sion) or 1st gear (manual transmission).

  • Page 412: Jacking And Changing A Tire

    410 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking And Changing A Tire WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a...
  • Page 413 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 411 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center CAUTION! cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle. Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking 3.
  • Page 414 412 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location 5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire and install the spare tire.
  • Page 415 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 413 WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts and tire. 7.
  • Page 416 414 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. 10.

  • Page 417: Road Tire Installation

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 415 Road Tire Installation 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. seated against the wheel.

  • Page 418: Preparations For Jump-Start

    416 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
  • Page 419 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 417 1. Set the parking brake, shift into PARK (automatic WARNING! transmission) or 1st gear (manual transmission) and • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- turn the ignition to LOCK. ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the 2.

  • Page 420: Jump-Starting Procedure

    418 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jump-Starting Procedure 3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the booster battery. WARNING! 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could the discharged battery.

  • Page 421: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 419 6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle in the reverse sequence: you should have the battery and charging system in- spected at your authorized dealer. Disconnecting The Jumper Cables 1.
  • Page 422 420 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES REVERSE (with automatic transmission) or FIRST GEAR NOTE: Press the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic and REVERSE (with manual transmission), while gently Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Off mode, pressing the accelerator. Use the least amount of accelerator before rocking the vehicle.

  • Page 423: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 421 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE CAUTION! (Continued) If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast moved out of the PARK position, you can use the may lead to transmission overheating and failure.
  • Page 424 422 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position. 7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. 8. Reinstall the shift lever override access cover. Shift Lever Override Access Cover...

  • Page 425: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 423 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. Towing Condition Wheels OFF The AUTOMATIC TRANS- MANUAL TRANSMIS- Ground MISSION SION Flat Tow NONE If transmission is If transmission is operable: operable:...

  • Page 426: Automatic Transmission

    424 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! (Continued) damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other • The manufacturer does not recommend towing this equipment designed for this purpose, following equip- vehicle using a tow dolly.

  • Page 427: Manual Transmission

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 425 If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- be towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 15 sion is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all miles (24 km), then the only acceptable method of four wheels on the ground) under the following condi- towing is with a flatbed truck.
  • Page 429 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... .439 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..429 ▫...
  • Page 430 428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System — Manual Transmission ▫ Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, (If Equipped)......457 Park/Turn Lamp —...

  • Page 431: Engine Compartment - 3.6L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery 4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Air Cleaner Filter Post) 2 — Power Distribution Module (Fuses) 5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 8 — Engine Oil Fill 3 —...

  • Page 432: Engine Compartment - 5.7L

    430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 7 — Engine Oil Fill Post) 2 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 5 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 —...

  • Page 433: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 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 434: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance

    432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Trip Odometer button to turn off the message. If the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II problem continues, the message will appear the next time system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the vehicle is started.

  • Page 435: Replacement Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced •...

  • Page 436: Maintenance Procedures

    434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE available which include detailed service information for MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before The pages that follow contain the required maintenance attempting any procedure yourself. services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.

  • Page 437: Engine Oil

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to CAUTION! (Continued) check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids fully warmed engine is shut off. that protect the performance and durability of your Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter-...
  • Page 438 436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to Change Engine Oil check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is fully warmed engine is shut off.
  • Page 439 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine Identification Symbol MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®, Shell This symbol means that the oil has Helix®...
  • Page 440 438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity — 5.7L Engine Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifi- cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent such as should not be used. Pennzoil®...

  • Page 441: Engine Oil Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR® engine oil filters are a high quality oil Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and filter and are recommended.

  • Page 442: Maintenance-Free Battery

    440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR® engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recom- mended.
  • Page 443 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.

  • Page 444: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) For best possible performance, your air conditioner • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal at the start of each warm season.
  • Page 445 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment. NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C system PAG compressor oil and refrigerants.
  • Page 446 444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Filter Access Cover A/C Air Filter 3. Remove the used filter. 5. Close the filter access cover. 4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the maintenance intervals.

  • Page 447: Body Lubrication

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 Body Lubrication Windshield Wiper Blades Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- mild nonabrasive cleaner.

  • Page 448: Adding Washer Fluid

    446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Washer Fluid the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (if equipped). The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the WARNING! fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and Commercially available windshield washer solvents operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the...
  • Page 449 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- WARNING! (Continued) haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams over materials that can burn.
  • Page 450 448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning CAUTION! (Continued) engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe • Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.

  • Page 451: Cooling System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 Cooling System Coolant Checks Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 WARNING! months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the • When working near the radiator cooling fan, system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition fresh coolant.
  • Page 452 450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE drain from the coolant recovery bottle. DO NOT RE- CAUTION! MOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT. specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- Cooling System — Drain Flush And Refill gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
  • Page 453 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- CAUTION! (Continued) ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine Please review these recommendations for using Organic coolant (antifreeze) products.
  • Page 454 452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- • Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom- ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant mended and can result in cooling system damage. If (antifreeze) solution.
  • Page 455 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453 rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the puddles on the ground.
  • Page 456 454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti- coolant bottle.

  • Page 457: Brake System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 455 • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is WARNING! equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or •...
  • Page 458 456 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing WARNING! the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the “MAX” • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir. fluid.

  • Page 459: Clutch Hydraulic System - Manual Transmission

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.

  • Page 460: Manual Transmission - If Equipped

    458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Manual Transmission — If Equipped Change Transmission Fluid If contaminated with water, change the fluid immedi- Fluid Level Check ately. See your authorized dealer for service. Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the left side of the transmission.
  • Page 461 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 459 leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may CAUTION! adversely affect seals. Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- CAUTION! turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- filter changes.

  • Page 462: Rear Axle

    460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE transmission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle Rear Axle with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis- Fluid Level Check sion damage. Checking the fluid level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the fluid level CAUTION! reading.

  • Page 463: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 461 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage.
  • Page 464 462 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- Special Care lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR® Super Kleen Bug • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and Tar Remover to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
  • Page 465 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 463 • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives packaged and sealed.
  • Page 466 464 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Interior Care Equipped Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- carpeting. ner: Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. •...
  • Page 467 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 465 To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and WARNING! reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. lowed by rinsing.
  • Page 468 466 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the Seat Belt Maintenance towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical directly on the mirror. solvents or abrasive cleaners.

  • Page 469: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467 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 470 468 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • When installing the integrated power module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the integrated power mod- ule and possibly result in an electrical system failure.
  • Page 471 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 15 Amp Blue Washer Motor — 25 Amp Natural Powertrain Control Module (PCM)/NGS Module Feed (Batt) — 25 Amp Natural Ignition Run/Start — 25 Amp Natural EGR Solenoid/Alternator — 15 Amp Blue Powertrain Control Module —...
  • Page 472 470 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 40 Amp Green — Radiator Fan Lo/High 50 Amp Red — Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Pump Mo- — — — 50 Amp Red — Radiator Fan — — — — — —...

  • Page 473: Rear Power Distribution Center

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471 Rear Power Distribution Center CAUTION! There is also a power distribution center located in the • When installing the power distribution center trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly contains fuses and relays.
  • Page 474 472 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 60 Amp Yellow — Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Cavity 1 of the Rear Power Distribution Center contains a black IOD fuse needed for vehicle processing during assembly. The service replacement part is a 60 Amp yellow cartridge fuse.
  • Page 475 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 473 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 11 * — — — 12 * — — — 13 * — — — — 10 Amp Red AC Heater Control/Cluster/Security Mod- ule – If Equipped — 20 Amp Yellow Active Damper –...
  • Page 476 474 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) — 15 Amp Blue Ignition Run, AC Heater Control/ Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) — 5 Amp Orange Cluster/Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/ Powertrain Control Module (PCM)/STOP LIGHT Switch —...
  • Page 477 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 475 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description — 10 Amp Red Cargo Light/Vehicle Information Module – If Equipped — 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors – If Equipped — 5 Amp Orange Auto Inside Rearview Mirror/Heated Seats – If Equipped/Switch Bank —...

  • Page 478: Vehicle Storage

    476 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE Interior Bulbs Bulb Number If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your Rear Courtesy/Reading battery. Lamps • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp •...

  • Page 479: Bulb Replacement

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 477 Exterior Bulbs BULB REPLACEMENT Bulb Number NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- Headlamp – High Inten- D1S (Serviced at Autho- spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric sity Discharge (HID) rized Dealer) conditions change to allow the condensation to change back into a vapor.

  • Page 480: Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp

    478 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE this, you should not attempt to service a headlamp bulb Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp yourself. If a headlamp bulb fails, take your vehicle to 1. Remove the front/rear side marker. Use a fiber stick or an authorized dealer for service. similar tool to gently pry the lamp on the outboard side to disengage the clip.

  • Page 481: Tail/Turn And Stop Lamp

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 479 4. Install the bulb and socket assembly into the housing, and rotate the socket clockwise to lock it in place. 5. Reinstall the front/rear side marker. Tail/Turn And Stop Lamp 1. Open the trunk. 2. Using a screwdriver, remove the tail lamp retainer. Tail Lamp Retainer 3.
  • Page 482 480 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Tail Lamp Fasteners Removing Tail Lamp Assembly 4. Pull back the trunk liner. 7. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 5. Remove the remaining fasteners from the back of the 8. Disconnect the electrical connector. tail lamp assembly.
  • Page 483 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 481 9. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- terclockwise to remove it from the tail lamp assembly. 10. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 11. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail lamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise.

  • Page 484: Center Tail/Backup Lamp

    482 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Center Tail/Backup Lamp See your authorized dealer for bulb replacement. Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) The CHMSL uses LED lamps that are not serviceable separately. The CHMSL must be replaced as an assembly, see your authorized dealer. License Lamp 1.

  • Page 485: Fluid Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 483 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) All Engines 19 Gallons 72 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.6 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters 5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System* 3.6 Liter Engine (MOPAR®...

  • Page 486: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts

    484 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 En- gine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Mate- rial Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, and Shell Helix®.
  • Page 487 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 485 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Oil – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 En- gine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Mate- rial Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, and Shell Helix®. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.

  • Page 488: Chassis

    486 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Manual Transmission – If We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Equipped Fluid. Automatic Transmission – If Use only ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Equipped Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.

  • Page 489: Maintenance Schedules

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart.....490 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .488...
  • Page 490 488 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis- Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicator system. The oil change indicator system will indicating that an oil change is necessary.
  • Page 491 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 489 NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- Required Maintenance Intervals. vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following whichever comes first. page for the required maintenance intervals. Severe Duty All Models At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle...
  • Page 492 490 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals and replace if necessary. Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the manual transmission fluid (if equipped), add as neces- sary.
  • Page 493 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 491 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Adjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. Replace spark plugs (3.6L en- gine).
  • Page 494 492 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Change the manual transmission fluid (if equipped) if using your vehicle for any of the following: Most of your driving is at sus- tained speeds during hot...
  • Page 495 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 493 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change the automatic transmis- sion fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter.
  • Page 496 494 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.

  • Page 497: If You Need Consumer Assistance

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .497 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
  • Page 498 496 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .503 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....503 ▫...

  • Page 499: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 497 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 500: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center

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

  • Page 501: In Mexico Contact

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 499 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 502: Warranty Information

    500 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 503: Mopar® Parts

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 501 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 504: Publication Order Forms

    502 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 505 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 503 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 506 504 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 507 INDEX...
  • Page 508 506 INDEX About Your Brakes ......316 Alarm Light ......214 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
  • Page 509 INDEX 507 Adding Fluid ......460 Brake Fluid ......486 Autostick .
  • Page 510 508 INDEX Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ....452 Cold Weather Operation ....292 Carbon Monoxide Warning .
  • Page 511 INDEX 509 Coolant Level ......449 Defroster, Windshield ..... . .97 Disposal of Used Coolant .
  • Page 512 510 INDEX Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ..471 Checking Oil Level ..... .435 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..169 Compartment .
  • Page 513 INDEX 511 Enhanced Accident Response Feature ... .68 Flooded Engine Starting ....292 Entry System, Illuminated .
  • Page 514 512 INDEX Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....372 Conserving ......223 Gasoline .
  • Page 515 INDEX 513 Headlights ......477 Hitches Automatic ......159 Trailer Towing .
  • Page 516 514 INDEX Introduction ......4 Lap/Shoulder Belts......48 iPod®/USB/MP3 Control Latches .
  • Page 517 INDEX 515 Dimmer Switch, Headlight ....162 Lights On Reminder .....161 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator .
  • Page 518 516 INDEX Capacities ......376 Methanol .......368 Tires .
  • Page 519 INDEX 517 Occupant Restraints ......44 Viscosity ......437 Occupant Restraints (Sedan) .
  • Page 520 518 INDEX Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..339 Radial Ply Tires ......346 Power Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .
  • Page 521 INDEX 519 Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ..269 Satellite Radio Antenna .....257 Remote Starting System.
  • Page 522 520 INDEX Height Adjustment ..... .148 Shift Lever Override ..... . .421 Power .
  • Page 523 INDEX 521 Cold Weather ......292 Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ..58 Engine Fails to Start .
  • Page 524 522 INDEX High Speed ......346 Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ....381 Inflation Pressures .
  • Page 525 INDEX 523 Trailer Weight ......381 Uconnect® Transfer Case Advanced Phone Connectivity ....128 Fluid .
  • Page 526 524 INDEX Vehicle Loading ......340 Washing Vehicle ......461 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .
  • Page 527 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehi- The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed cle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully signals.
  • Page 528 Chrysler Group LLC Chrysler Group LLC Chrysler Group LLC 14D491-126-AB Second Edition 14PFD41-126-AA 14PFD41-126-AA 14PFD41-126-AA First Edition First Edition First Edition Printed in U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A.

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