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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and features and equipment that are either standard or the name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....8 ROLLOVER WARNING .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Owner’s INTRODUCTION Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls, Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group particularly those used for braking, steering, transmis- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision sion, and transfer case shifting.
Page 7: Rollover Warning
INTRODUCTION 5 This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- ROLLOVER WARNING tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than customer-oriented documents.
Page 8: How To Use This Manual
6 INTRODUCTION two million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire.
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Page 10: Warnings And Cautions
8 INTRODUCTION VIN. This number also appears on the Automobile Infor- WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS mation Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- vehicle. Save this label for a convenient record of your erating procedures that could result in a collision or vehicle identification number and optional equipment.
Page 11: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 9 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .13 ▫ To Arm The System ....19 ▫...
Page 14 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ General Information ....27 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ..50 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM —...
Page 15: A Word About Your Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 NOTE: In case the ignition switch does not change with A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS the push of a button, the RKE transmitter (Key Fob) may Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system have a low or dead battery.
Page 16: Key Fob
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key Fob The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
Page 17: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Ignition Or Accessory On Message WARNING! Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
Page 18: Sentry Key
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system uses a Key Fob with a factory-mated Remote WARNING! (Continued) Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, a Keyless Ignition Node • Do not leave children or animals inside parked (KIN) and a RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle vehicles in hot weather.
Page 19: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as Replacement Keys possible by an authorized dealer. NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the CAUTION! vehicle.
Page 20: Customer Key Programming
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided General Information with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). The Sentry Key® system complies with FCC rules part 15 Keep the PIN in a secure location. This number is and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Page 21: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED Rearming The System This Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors, If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to liftgate, and ignition for unauthorized operation. When disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the the alarm is activated, the interior switches for door horn after three minutes, turn off all of the visual signals...
Page 22: To Disarm The System
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the • Press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless vehicle: Entry (RKE) transmitter. • Push LOCK on the interior power door lock switch •...
Page 23: Tamper Alert
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, the interior Tamper Alert power door lock switches will not unlock the doors. If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your your absence, the horn will sound three times and the vehicle;...
Page 24: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system from responding to all RKE transmit- • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- ter buttons for all RKE transmitters. tesy lights will turn on if the dimmer control is in the “Dome ON”...
Page 25: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Flash Lamps With Lock To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate Push and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- within five seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate.
Page 26: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. This feature allows the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- Sound Horn With Lock niently from outside the vehicle while still...
Page 27: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless Transmitter Battery Replacement you turn it off by either pushing the PANIC button a The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph battery.
Page 28: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 11
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical latch on the back of the RKE transmitter sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand. 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart.
Page 29: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle ▫ General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it distance, check for these two conditions: with rubbing alcohol.
Page 30: How To Use Remote Start
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • RKE PANIC button not pressed • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic • Fuel meets minimum requirement transmission to be equipped with Remote Start. • System not disabled from previous remote start event •...
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 Remote Start Abort Message On Driver To Enter Remote Start Mode Information Display (DID) — If Equipped The following messages will display in the DID if the Push and release the REMOTE START button vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- turely:...
Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For security, power window and power sunroof op- To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release in the Remote Start mode.
Page 33: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 when the remote start is activated. These features will NOTE: Manually locking the vehicle will not arm the stay on through the duration of remote start or until the Vehicle Security Alarm. ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position.
Page 34: Power Door Locks
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or • For personal security and safety in the event of a in a location accessible to children, and do not collision, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 If a rear door is locked, it cannot be opened from inside the vehicle without first unlocking the door. The door may be unlocked manually by raising the lock knob. Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled.
Page 36: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with Child-Protection Door Lock system. To Engage Or Disengage The Child-Protection Door Lock System 1.
Page 37: Keyless Enter-N-Go
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 NOTE: For emergency exit from the rear seats when the Child-Protection Door Lock System is engaged, manually raise the door lock knob to the unlocked position, roll down the window, and open the door using the outside door handle.
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entry and no door goes ajar within 60 seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and if equipped will arm the security alarm. • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- sponse time.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 To Unlock From The Passenger Side: If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft have been closed the vehicle checks the inside and (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front outside of the vehicle for any valid Passive Entry RKE...
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock/Enter The Liftgate The liftgate passive entry unlock feature is built into the electronic liftgate release. With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the electronic liftgate release for a power open on vehicles equipped with Power Liftgate.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 To Lock The Liftgate NOTE: The key must be within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the handle being used to lock the vehicle. With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the passive entry lock button located to the right of electronic liftgate release.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do NOT grab the door handle, when pushing the door NOTE: handle button. This could unlock the door(s). • After pushing the door handle button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle.
Page 43: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WINDOWS Power Windows The power window controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the front passenger door and rear doors which operate the front passenger and rear passenger door windows.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE down automatically. To cancel the “Auto-Down” move- WARNING! ment, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not let children play with power windows.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Auto Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection — Driver And Front Passenger Door Only Lift the window switch fully upward to the second detent, release, and the window will go up automatically. To stop the window from going all the way up during the Auto Up operation, push down on the switch briefly.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the window runs into any obstacle during Resetting The Auto Up Feature Auto Up it will reverse direction and then go back down. Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window Remove the obstacle and use the window switch again to probably needs to be reset.
Page 47: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Window Lockout Button Wind Buffeting The Window Lockout button on the driver’s door allows Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of you to disable the window controls on the rear doors. To pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the disable the window controls on the rear doors, push the ears.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in Uconnect® Settings, all doors will unlock when you push the electronic liftgate release. If Unlock Driver Door 1st press is programmed in Uconnect® Settings, the liftgate will unlock when you press the electronic liftgate release.
Page 49: Power Liftgate - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 The power liftgate may also be opened or closed by WARNING! pressing the LIFTGATE button located on the front overhead console, or closed by pressing the LIFTGATE Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous button located on left rear trim panel, near the liftgate exhaust gases into your vehicle.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: • In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an • The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph the liftgate.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 • The power liftgate must be in the full open position for • If your liftgate is power closing and you put the rear liftgate close button on the left rear trim, near the vehicle in gear, the liftgate will continue to power liftgate opening, to operate.
Page 52: Occupant Restraint Systems
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS risk of harm from a deploying air bag: Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: 1.
Page 53: Seat Belt Systems
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 5. You should read the instructions provided with your WARNING! child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag. A deploying Passenger Advanced Front 6.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the After the sequence completes, the Seat Belt Reminder inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should Light remains illuminated until the respective seat belts be belted at all times.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 NOTE: If BeltAlert® has been deactivated, the Seat Belt WARNING! Reminder Light will continue to illuminate while the driver’s or outboard front passenger’s (if equipped with • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more BeltAlert®) seat belt remains unbuckled.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat injury in a collision.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • A seat belt that is too loose will not protect you • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect properly. In a sudden stop, you could move too far you from injury during a collision.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, and next to your arm in the rear seat (for vehicles equipped with a rear seat).
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” across your hips, below your abdomen.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort- grasp and twist the seat belt webbing 180°...
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position without pushing or squeezing the release but- ton.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the seat belt WARNING! across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. Keep the seat belt low so that it does not come across the •...
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- “Child Restraints” section of this manual. The table straint Controller (ORC). Like the air bags, the preten- below defines the type of feature for each seating posi- sioners are single use items.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the passenger seating position is equipped with an feature. Children 12 years old and under should always ALR and is being used for normal usage: be properly restrained in a vehicle with a rear seat. Only pull the seat belt webbing out far enough to WARNING! comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 3. Allow the seat belt to retract. As the seat belt retracts, WARNING! (Continued) you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seat • Failure to replace the seat belt assembly could belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines whether the severity, or type of rear impact will require the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy. If a rear impact requires deployment, both the driver and front passenger seat AHRs will be deployed.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. WARNING! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. Review Table Below A — Downward Movement B — Rearward Movement C — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism...
Page 69: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock • For safety reasons, have the Active Head Restraints into the back decorative plastic half. checked by a qualified specialist at an authorized dealer.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Supplemental Side Air Bags • Supplemental Knee Air Bags • Front and Side Impact Sensors • Seat Belt Pretenioners • Seat Belt Buckle Switch • Seat Track Position Sensors Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat Advanced Front Air Bag And Knee Bolster Locations...
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as WARNING! determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), which may receive information from the front impact • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument sensors or other system components.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more • No objects should be placed over or near the air severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work bag on the instrument panel or steering wheel, with your seat belt to restrain you properly.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 On the other hand, depending on the type and location of way as the air bags inflate to their full size. The Advanced impact, Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes Front Air Bags fully inflate in less time than it takes to with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a blink your eyes.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the steering column. The Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag provides enhanced protection during a frontal impact by working together with the seat belts, pretensioners, and Advanced Front Air Bags.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 The inflating SAB deploys through the seat seam into the 2. Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs): space between the occupant and the door. The SAB Located above the side windows. The trim covering the moves at a very high speed and with such a high force SABICs is labeled SRS AIRBAG or AIRBAG.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SABICs may help reduce the risk of head injury to front WARNING! and rear seat outboard occupants. SABICs may reduce the risk of injuries in certain side impact and vehicle • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right rollover events, in addition to the injury reduction poten- Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains tial provided by the seat belts and body structure.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 The SABICs and SABs (“Side Air Bags”) are designed to Seat belts (and child restraints where appropriate) are activate in certain side impacts and certain rollover necessary for your protection in all collisions. They also events.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE deploys the left Side Air Bags only and a right side WARNING! (Continued) impact deploys the right Side Air Bags only. • Relying on the Side Air Bags alone could lead to The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side collisions, more severe injuries in a collision.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 event may be in progress and whether deployment is • The air bag material may sometimes cause abrasions appropriate. A slower-developing event may deploy the and/or skin reddening to the occupants as the air bags seat belt pretensioners on both sides of the vehicle.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- Enhanced Accident Response System ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air In the event of an impact, if the communication network bags will not be in place to protect you.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 System Reset Procedure The ORC contains a backup power supply system that may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized WARNING! dealer service the air bag system immediately. Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- • The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is to protect you in a collision.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 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 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Event Data Recorder (EDR) These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
Page 85: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Child Restraints WARNING! Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a times, including babies and children. projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to Every state in the United States, and every Canadian hold even an infant on your lap could become so province, requires that small children ride in proper...
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE There are different sizes and types of restraints for NOTE: children from newborn size to the child almost large • For additional information, refer to www.seatcheck.org or enough for an adult seat belt. Always check the child seat call 1–866–SEATCHECK (732–8243).
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Infants and Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Toddlers younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear...
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they an air bag.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for WARNING! as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height allowed by the child seat. • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Can the child sit all the way back against the back of WARNING! (Continued) the vehicle seat? • When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in 2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front the vehicle with the seat belt or LATCH anchor- of the vehicle seat –...
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the WARNING! child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle. If the child is using the lap/shoulder belt, check seat belt fit Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an periodically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor...
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per • seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol •...
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 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 96 94 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 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 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 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE rear-facing child restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage.
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Center Arm Rest Tether For rear-facing child restraints secured in the center seat position with the vehicle seat belts, the rear center seat position has an armrest tether that secures the arm rest in the upward position.
Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Raise the armrest and attach the tether hook to the To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint strap located on the front of the arm rest. 1. If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt, stow the seat belt following the instructions below.
Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 move it to its rear-most position to make room for the 7. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by child seat. You may also move the front seat forward pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt to allow more room for the child seat.
Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat WARNING! Belt • Improper installation of a child restraint to the The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re- equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor straint.
Page 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor Top Tether Anchorage Symbol •...
Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) against the child seat. 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating 5.
Page 106 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing Child Restraints Using the Top Tether seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect Anchorage the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap.
Page 107 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 Pulling Down The Carpet Floor Panel To Access Top Top Tether Strap Anchorage (Located on Seatback) Tether Strap Anchorage...
Page 108 106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts.
Page 109: Transporting Pets
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 Transporting Pets WARNING! Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. • The top tether anchorages are not visible until the An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly gap panel is folded down.
Page 110: Safety Tips
108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the CAUTION! limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri- Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil mental and should be avoided.
Page 111: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 Exhaust Gas WARNING! WARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon cause serious injury or death. monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Page 112: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the Seat Belts engine running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 113 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 not lit during starting, see your authorized dealer. If the WARNING! light stays on, flickers, or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- Defroster sonal injury.
Page 114: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside WARNING! (Continued) The Vehicle • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always Tires properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning. Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear •...
Page 115 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113 Door Latches Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid (if equipped), or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and corrected immediately.
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS MIRRORS ......123 ▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ...133 ▫...
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS ......143 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED ..160 ▫...
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 ▫ Automatic Headlight Leveling — HID Headlights ▫ Turn Signals ......177 Only.
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED . .186 ▫ To Set A Desired ACC Speed ... . .198 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF ▫...
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ▫ Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control ▫ ParkSense® Display ....225 Mode ......215 ▫...
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ ParkSense® System Usage Precautions..240 ▫ Security ......254 PARKVIEW®...
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 ▫ Ignition Off Operation ....260 ▫ Wind Buffeting ..... . .264 COMMANDVIEW®...
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Cargo Storage Bins ....277 REAR WINDOW FEATURES ....282 ▫...
Page 125: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. NOTE: The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature is dis- abled when the vehicle is in reverse gear to improve rear view viewing.
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 NOTE: The ASSIST and 9–1–1 features operate through • Vehicle Customer Care – Total support for all other the Uconnect® Access service. These buttons will only vehicle issues. operate as long as your Uconnect® Access service is 9-1-1 Call active.
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Once a connection between the vehicle and a 9-1-1 NOTE: Once a connection is made between the vehicle’s operator is made, the 9-1-1 Call system may transmit 9-1-1 Call system and the 9-1-1 operator, the 9-1-1 opera- the following important vehicle information to a 9-1-1 tor may be able to open a voice connection with the operator:...
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The 9-1-1 Call system is embedded into the vehi- • If anyone in the vehicle could be in danger (e.g., cle’s electrical system. Do not add aftermarket fire or smoke is visible, dangerous road conditions electrical equipment to the vehicle’s electrical sys- or location), do not wait for voice contact from a tem.
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Phone Screen will display the following message WARNING! (Continued) “Vehicle phone requires service. Please contact your • Modifications to any part of the 9-1-1 Call system dealer.” could cause the air bag system to fail when you •...
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 • The ignition key is in OFF position. WARNING! (Continued) • The vehicle’s electrical systems are not intact. • The Occupant Restraint Control module turns on the Air Bag Warning Light on the instrument panel •...
Page 132: Outside Mirrors
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Never place anything on or near the vehicle’s Outside Mirrors wireless and GPS antennas. You could prevent wireless To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrors and GPS signal reception, which can prevent your vehicle to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight from placing an emergency call.
Page 133: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 If the mirror is manually folded after electrically cycled, Outside Mirrors Folding Feature a potential extra button push is required to get the All outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved either mirrors back to the home position.
Page 134: Power Mirrors
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s side door trim panel. The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a mirror, press the mirror select button for the mirror that you want to adjust.
Page 135: Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrors - If
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With Memory the optional Memory Seat Feature. Refer to “Driver Seat Only) — If Equipped Memory Seat” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Tilt Mirrors in Reverse provides automatic outside mirror Vehicle”...
Page 136: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature — If Equipped To access an illuminated vanity mirror, flip down one of The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for addi- the visors. tional flexibility in positioning the sun visor to block out the sun.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors to let the driver know that the system is operational. The BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in any forward gear or REVERSE and enters stand-by mode when the vehicle is in PARK.
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The BSM system detection zone DOES NOT change if your vehicle is towing a trailer. Therefore, visually verify the adjacent lane is clear for both your vehicle and trailer before making a lane change. If the trailer or other object (i.e., bicycle, sports equipment) extends beyond the side of your vehicle, this may result in the BSM warning light remaining illuminated the entire...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Entering From The Side Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side of the vehicle. Warning Light Location The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three different entry points (side, rear, front) while driving to see if an alert is necessary.
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entering From The Rear Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Overtaking/Passing Stationary Objects The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in berms, etc.
Page 142: Rear Cross Path
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicles mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the system will not be able to alert the driver. When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE, the driver is alerted using both the visual and audible alarms, including reducing the radio volume.
Page 144: Modes Of Operation
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE turn signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an Modes Of Operation alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime Three selectable modes of operation are available in the will also be sounded.
Page 145: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 NOTE: The BSM system will store the current operating SEATS mode when the vehicle is shut off. Each time the vehicle Seats are part of the Occupant Restraint System of the is started the previously stored mode will be recalled and vehicle.
Page 146: Power Seats - If Equipped
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats — If Equipped Some models may be equipped with eight-way power driver and front passenger seats. The power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the seat. There are two switches that control the movement of the seat cushion and the seatback.
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Reclining The Seatback The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will rearward.
Page 148: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE power seat. Push the switch forward to increase the WARNING! (Continued) lumbar support. Push the switch rearward to decrease • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the the lumbar support. Pushing upward or downward on shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 149: Manual Front Seats Forward/Rearward Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar located under Manual Front Seats Forward/Rearward the seat cushion and move the seat forward or rearward. Adjustment Release the bar once you have reached the desired Some models may be equipped with a manual front position.
Page 150: Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment - Recline
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment — WARNING! Recline Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, position and release the lever.
Page 151: Heated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater.
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Heated Seats NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated seats to operate. The front heated seats control buttons are located within the climate or controls screen of the touchscreen. Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start •...
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Press the switch once to select HIGH-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select LOW-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements OFF. When the HIGH-level setting is selected, the heater will provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes of operation.
Page 154: Front Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE move air through fine perforations in the seat cover to WARNING! help keep the driver and front passenger cooler in higher ambient temperatures. The fans operate at two speeds, • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin HIGH and LOW.
Page 155: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start WARNING! On models that are equipped with remote start, the The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- ventilated seats can be programed to come on during a erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- remote start.
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Active Head Restraints — Front Seats Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily identified by any markings, only through visual inspection of the head restraint. The Active Head Restraints (AHR) will be split in two halves, with the front half being soft foam and trim, the back half being decorative plastic.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Active Head Restraint (Normal Position) Active Head Restraint (Tilted) NOTE: • The head restraints should only be removed by quali- fied technicians, for service purposes only. If either of the head restraints require removal, see your autho- rized dealer.
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- WARNING! (Continued) straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things To Know Before struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 159: 60/40 Split Rear Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 The center head restraint has limited adjustment. Lift WARNING! upward on the head restraint to raise it, or push down- ward on the head restraint to lower it. Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered position could result in serious injury or death in a collision.
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and NOTE: positioned forward. This will allow the rear seatback to • Do not fold the 60% rear seat down with the left fold down easily.
Page 161: Reclining Rear Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stabil- ity for child seats and/or passengers. An improp- erly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Page 162: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows the driver to store up to two different memory profiles for easy recall through a memory switch. Each memory profile contains desired position settings for the driver seat, side mirrors, and power tilt and telescopic steering column (if equipped) and a set of desired radio station presets.
Page 163: Programming The Memory Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 • The (1) and (2) buttons which are used to recall either 1. Cycle the vehicles ignition to the ON/RUN position of two pre-programmed memory profiles. (Do not start the engine). 2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer- ences (i.e., seat, side mirror, power tilt and telescopic steering column [if equipped], and radio station pre- sets).
Page 164: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To set a memory profile to your RKE transmitter, refer NOTE: If a memory profile has not already been set, to “Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry refer to Programming The Memory Feature in this Transmitter To Memory”...
Page 165: Memory Position Recall
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Driver Two Memory Position Recall Memory Position Recall NOTE: The vehicle must be in PARK to recall memory • To recall the memory setting for driver two using the positions. If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is not memory switch, press MEMORY button number 2 on in PARK, a message will be displayed in the Driver the memory switch.
Page 166: Easy Entry/Exit Seat
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the Easy Entry/Exit Seat driver seat position is less than 0.9 in (22.7 mm) This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to forward of the rear stop. At this position, there is no enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the benefit to the driver by moving the seat for Easy Exit vehicle.
Page 167: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 2. Reach under the hood, move safety latch to the left TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD and lift the hood. To open the hood, two latches must be released. 1. Pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door.
Page 168: Lights
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS CAUTION! Headlight Switch To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to The headlight switch is located on the left side of the close it. Use a firm downward push at the front center instrument panel, next to the steering wheel.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 NOTE: • Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore differ- ent lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
Page 170: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE through the Uconnect® system screen. Refer to Automatic Headlights — If Equipped “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- This system automatically turns the headlights on or off ment Panel” for further information. according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch to the A (AUTO) position.
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 specific light and automatically switches from high To Activate beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out 1. Enable the Automatic High Beams through the of view. Uconnect® system screen. Refer to “Uconnect® Set- NOTE: tings”...
Page 172: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate The headlight switch must be used for normal nighttime driving. 1. Pull the multifunction lever toward you (or rearward in car) to manually deactivate the system (normal Automatic Headlight Leveling — HID Headlights operation of low beams).
Page 173: Headlight Delay
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 NOTE: delay can be cancelled by either turning the headlight switch on then off, or by turning the ignition ON. • Each time the Adaptive Headlight System is turned on, the headlights will initialize by performing a brief NOTE: The headlight delay time is programmable sequence of rotations.
Page 174: Interior Lights
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE turn off when the switch is pushed a second time, when the headlight switch is rotated to the off position, or the high beam is selected. Interior Lights Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front doors are opened or when the dimmer control (rotating wheel on the right side of the headlight switch) is rotated to its farthest upward position.
Page 175: Lights-On Reminder
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can be regulated by rotating the dimmer control up (brighter) or down (dimmer). When the headlights are on you can supplement the brightness of the odometer, trip odom- eter, radio and overhead console by rotating the control to its farthest position up until you hear a click.
Page 176: Battery Saver
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Battery Saver Front Map/Reading Lights — If Equipped To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, load shedding The front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- is provided for both the interior and exterior lights. head console.
Page 177: Courtesy Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 second time. The lights will also turn on when the Courtesy Lights UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) is The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top pressed. corner of the lens.
Page 178: Ambient Light - If Equipped
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ambient Light — If Equipped Multifunction Lever The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil- steering column.
Page 179: Turn Signals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Turn Signals Flash-To-Pass Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 180: Windshield Wipers And Washers
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer controls are located on the multifunction lever on the left side of the steering col- umn. The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located on the end of the lever. For information on the rear wiper/washer, refer to “Rear Window Features”...
Page 181: Windshield Wiper Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Windshield Wiper Operation CAUTION! Rotate the end of the lever to one of the first four detent Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents positions for intermittent settings, the fifth detent for low the windshield wiper blades from returning to the wiper operation and the sixth detent for high wiper “park”...
Page 182: Intermittent Wiper System
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Intermittent Wiper System Use one of the four intermittent wiper settings when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable delay between cycles, desirable. At driving speeds above 10 mph (16 km/h), the delay can be regulated from a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between cycles (first detent), to a cycle every one second (fourth detent).
Page 183: Windshield Washer Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Windshield Washer Operation To use the washer, push on the end of the lever (toward the steering wheel) and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pushed while in the intermittent setting, the wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the end of the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected.
Page 184: Mist
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use.
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 from the windshield washers of the vehicle ahead. Rotate • Use of Rain-X® or products containing wax or silicone the end of the multifunction lever to one of four settings may reduce Rain Sensing performance. to activate this feature.
Page 186: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE not operate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), or the shift lever/gear selector is moved out of the NEUTRAL position. Remote Start Mode Inhibit — On vehicles equipped with Remote Starting system, Rain Sensing wipers are not operational when the vehicle is in the remote start mode.
Page 187: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
Page 188: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps ter or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel warm your hands in cold weather.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated WARNING! steering wheel to operate. • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, On models that are equipped with remote start, the spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on...
Page 190: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel.
Page 191: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 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 192: To Deactivate
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen To Deactivate speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h): A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the U.S.
Page 193: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 To Decrease Speed • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will 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 194: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - If Equipped
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ACC will allow you to keep cruise control engaged in WARNING! light to moderate traffic conditions without the constant need to reset your cruise control. ACC utilizes a radar Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the sensor and a forward facing camera designed to detect a system cannot maintain a constant speed.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Cannot take street, traffic, and weather condi- • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience tions into account, and may be limited upon system. It is not a substitute for active driving adverse sight distance conditions.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Cruise Control system has two control modes: WARNING! (Continued) • Adaptive Cruise Control mode for maintaining an You should switch off the ACC system: appropriate distance between vehicles. When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, sleet, heavy traffic, and complex driving situations (i.e., in •...
Page 197: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation The speed control buttons (located on the right side of the steering wheel) operates the ACC system. Adaptive Cruise Control Buttons 1 — NORMAL (FIXED SPEED) CRUISE CONTROL ON/OFF 2 —...
Page 198: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifications • When you apply the brakes. to the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive • When the parking brake is set. Cruise Control and Forward Collision Warning System. •...
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 Adaptive Cruise Control Ready Adaptive Cruise Control Off To turn the system OFF, push and release the Adaptive WARNING! Cruise Control (ACC) ON/OFF button again. At this time, the system will turn off and the DID will display Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system on “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Off.”...
Page 200: To Set A Desired Acc Speed
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. If you do WARNING! (Continued) not, the vehicle may continue to accelerate beyond the set You could lose control and have a collision. Always speed. If this occurs: leave the system off when you are not using it.
Page 201: To Turn Off
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 • The shift lever/gear selector is removed from the • The Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control Drive position. ON/OFF button is pressed. • The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control Sys- • The ignition is turned OFF. tem (ESC/TCS) activates.
Page 202: To Vary The Speed Setting
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE U.S. Speed (mph) WARNING! • Pressing the SET + button once will result in a 1 mph The Resume function should only be used if traffic increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the and road conditions permit.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 To Decrease Speed Metric Speed (km/h) While ACC is set, the set speed can be decreased by • Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 km/h pressing the SET - button. decrease in set speed.
Page 204: Setting The Following Distance In Acc
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The ACC system applies the brake down to a full stop Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC when following a target vehicle. If an ACC host vehicle calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead. This follows a target vehicle to a standstill, the host vehicle distance setting displays in the DID.
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 Distance Setting 3 Bars (Long) Distance Setting 2 Bars (Medium)
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To decrease the distance setting, press the Distance Setting — Decrease button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting decreases by one bar (shorter). If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the set speed.
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on ACC Activation). The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited; how- ever, the driver can always apply the brakes manually, if necessary. NOTE: The brake lights will illuminate whenever the ACC system applies the brakes.
Page 208: Overtake Aid
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtake Aid ACC Operation At Stop When driving with ACC engaged and following a target If the ACC system brings your vehicle to a standstill vehicle, the system will provide an additional accelera- while following a target vehicle, if the target vehicle starts tion to assist in passing vehicles in front.
Page 209: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Menu
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Adaptive Cruise Control Ready WARNING! When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed setting has When the ACC system is resumed, the driver must not been selected, the display will read “Adaptive Cruise ensure that there are no pedestrians, vehicles or Control Ready.”...
Page 210: Display Warnings And Maintenance
208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • ACC Proximity Warning The “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor” message can sometimes be displayed while driving in • ACC Unavailable Warning highly reflective areas (i.e. tunnels with reflective tiles, or • The DID will return to the last display selected after ice and snow).
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor- When the condition that deactivated the system is no tant to note the following maintenance items: longer present, the system will return to the “Adaptive Cruise Control Off”...
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE “Clean Front Windshield” Warning Under rare conditions, when the camera is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path this warning may The “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front temporarily occur. Windshield” warning will display and also a chime will indicate when conditions temporarily limit system per- If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should formance.
Page 213: Precautions While Driving With Acc
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 Service ACC/FCW Warning Offset Driving ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane that is If the system turns off, and the DID displays “ACC/FCW offset from your direct line of travel, or a vehicle merging Unavailable Service Required”or “Cruise/FCW Unavail- in from a side lane.
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turns And Bends When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the system may decrease the vehicle speed and acceleration for stability reasons, with no target vehicle detected. Once the vehicle is out of the curve the system will resume your original Set Speed.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 it is completely in the lane. There may not be sufficient distance to the lane-changing vehicle. Always be atten- tive and ready to apply the brakes if necessary. ACC Hill Example Lane Changing ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the Lane Changing Example lane in which you are traveling.
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Narrow Vehicles Stationary Objects And Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they vehicles.
Page 217: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 General Information Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control Mode This vehicle has systems that operate on radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, a Normal Commission (FCC) rules and with Industry Canada (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control mode is available Standards RSS- GEN/210/220/310.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Once a speed has been set a message (CRUISE CON- WARNING! TROL SET TO MPH/KM) will appear indicating what speed was set. This light will turn on when the electronic In the normal Cruise Control mode, the system will speed control is SET.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to increase in 5 mph increments until the continue to decrease in 5 mph increments until the button is released.
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Cancel To Resume Speed The following conditions will cancel the Normal (Fixed To resume a previously set speed, push the RES button Speed) Electronic Speed Control without clearing the and release. Resume can be used at any speed above memory: 20 mph (32 km/h).
Page 221: Forward Collision Warning (Fcw) With Mitigation - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 NOTE: FCW monitors the information from the forward FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) WITH looking sensors as well as the Electronic Brake Controller MITIGATION — IF EQUIPPED (EBC), to calculate the probability of a forward collision. Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation When the system determines that a forward collision is Operation...
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • The minimum speed for FCW activation is 5 mph (10 km/h). • The FCW alerts may be triggered on objects other than vehicles such as guard rails or sign posts based on the course prediction.
Page 223: Turning Fcw On Or Off
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 To turn the FCW system OFF, press the forward collision WARNING! button once to turn the system OFF (led turns on). Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to To turn the FCW system back ON, press the forward avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect collision button again to turn the system ON (led turns every type of potential collision.
Page 224: Changing Fcw And Active Braking Status
222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Changing FCW And Active Braking Status The FCW Sensitivity And Active Braking Settings are • The system will retain the last setting selected by the programmable through the Uconnect® System. Refer to driver after ignition shut down.
Page 225: Fcw Limited Warning
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 This indicates there is an internal system fault. Although FCW Limited Warning the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, have If the system turns off, and the DID displays “ACC/FCW the system checked by an authorized dealer. Limited Functionality”...
Page 226: Parksense® Sensors
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE active until the vehicle speed is increased to approxi- ParkSense® Warning Display mately 7 mph (11 km/h) or above. When in REVERSE The ParkSense® Warning screen will only be displayed if and above the system’s operating speed, a warning will Sound and Display is selected from the Customer - appear within the Driver Information Display (DID) Programmable Features section of the Uconnect®...
Page 227: Parksense® Display
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing ParkSense® Display a single arc in the left and/or right rear regions based on When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the DID will display the the obstacle’s distance and location relative to the vehicle.
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Single 1/2 Second Tone Slow Tone...
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 Fast Tone Continuous Tone...
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than...
Page 231: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled with the ParkSense® switch. During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System has detected a faulted condition, the When the ParkSense®...
Page 232: Cleaning The Parksense® System
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SEN- ParkSense® System Usage Precautions SORS” appears in the Driver Information Display (DID) NOTE: make sure the outer surface and the underside of the rear fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt •...
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 • ParkSense®, when on, will reduce the volume of the • ParkSense® should be disabled when the liftgate is in radio when it is sounding a tone. the open position and the vehicle is in REVERSE. An open liftgate could provide a false indication that an •...
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- • Drivers must be careful when backing up even mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- when using ParkSense®. Always check carefully bly is disconnected from the vehicle when the behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure vehicle is not used for towing.
Page 235: Parksense® Front And Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 system will become active again if the vehicle speed is PARKSENSE® FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST decreased to speeds less than approximately 6 mph — IF EQUIPPED (9 km/h). The ParkSense® Park Assist system provides visual and audible indications of the distance between the rear ParkSense®...
Page 236: Parksense® Warning Display
234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense® Warning Display The ParkSense® Warning screen will only be displayed if Sound and Display is selected from the Customer - Programmable Features section of the Uconnect® Sys- tem. Refer to Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 vehicle moves closer to the object, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the tone will change from a single 1/2 second tone to slow, to fast, to continuous.
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Continuous Tone The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the DID 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 239 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than 12 in (in/cm) 79 in (200 cm) (200-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) (30 cm) Front Distance Greater than 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in...
Page 240: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Park Assist Audible Alerts Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® ParkSense® will turn off the Front Park Assist audible ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled with the alert (chime) after approximately 3 seconds when an ParkSense®...
Page 241: Service The Parksense® Park Assist System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 will interrupt the PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE Service The ParkSense® Park Assist System REAR SENSORS , PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense® System FRONT SENSORS , or PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE has detected a faulted condition, the instrument cluster SERVICE REQUIRED messages if an object is detected will actuate a single chime, once per ignition cycle, and it within the five second pop-up duration.
Page 242: Cleaning The Parksense® System
240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE Cleaning The ParkSense® System position and ParkSense® is turned off, the instrument Clean the ParkSense® sensors with water, car wash soap cluster will display “PARKSENSE OFF” for as long as and a soft cloth.
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 • Use the ParkSense® switch to turn the ParkSense® CAUTION! system off if objects such as bicycle carriers, trailer hitches, etc. are placed within 12 in (30 cm) from the • ParkSense® is only a parking aid and it is unable to rear fascia/bumper.
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- • Drivers must be careful when backing up even mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- when using ParkSense®. Always check carefully bly is disconnected from the vehicle when the behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure vehicle is not used for towing.
Page 245: Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF delay turned ON), the rear view image with dynamic EQUIPPED grid lines will be displayed for up to 10 seconds after Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView®...
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE of the vehicle to assist with aligning to a hitch/receiver. The following table shows the approximate distances for each zone: Zone Distance to the rear of the vehicle 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm) Yellow 1 ft - 6.5 ft (30 cm - 2 m) Green...
Page 247: Overhead Console
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 OVERHEAD CONSOLE CAUTION! The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView® should only and storage for sunglasses. Universal Garage Door be used as a parking aid. The ParkView® camera is Opener (HomeLink®), power liftgate and power sunroof unable to view every obstacle or object in your switches may also be included, if equipped.
Page 248: Front Map/Reading Lights - If Equipped
246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The Front Map/Reading Lights — If Equipped lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights will Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE is can be turned on by pressing the switch on either side of pressed.
Page 249: Courtesy Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 Courtesy Lights Sunglasses Bin Door The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top At the front of the console a compartment is provided for corner of the lens. To turn the lights off, press the lens a the storage of a pair of sunglasses.
Page 250: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery.
Page 251: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 NOTE: Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage • Erasing all channels should only be performed when before you begin programming. programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- gram while keeping the HomeLink® indicator light in view. 3. Push and hold the HomeLink® button you want to program while you push and hold the hand-held transmitter button.
Page 253: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 Firmly push and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices (Rolling Code) there may be a light that blinks when the garage door To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, opener/device is in the LEARN/TRAIN mode.
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to ming is complete and the garage door/device should program while keeping the HomeLink®...
Page 255: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to Canadian/Gate Operator Programming 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to For programming transmitters in Canada/United States program while keeping the HomeLink® indicator that require the transmitter signals to “time-out”...
Page 256: Using Homelink
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- 3. Without releasing button proceed with ming is complete and the garage door/device should “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” step 2 and activate when the HomeLink® button is pushed. follow all remaining steps.
Page 257: Troubleshooting Tips
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is disabled when WARNING! the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- Troubleshooting Tips ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while If you are having trouble programming HomeLink®, programming the transceiver.
Page 258: General Information
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. This device must accept any interference that may be WARNING! (Continued) received including interference that may cause unde- use a garage door opener without these safety fea- sired operation. tures. Call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet NOTE: at HomeLink.com for safety information or assis- tance.
Page 259: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 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 260: Opening Sunroof - Express
258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 261: Pinch Protect Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 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 262: Sunroof Maintenance
260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunroof Maintenance COMMANDVIEW® SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE — IF EQUIPPED Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean The CommandView® sunroof switch is located to the left the glass panel. between the sun visors on the overhead console.
Page 263: Opening Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the object, to project through the sunroof opening.
Page 264: Closing Sunroof - Express
262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE movement. The sunroof and sunshade will remain in a Opening Power Shade — Express partially opened condition until the switch is pushed and Press the shade switch rearward and release it within held rearward again. one-half second and the shade will open automatically from any position.
Page 265: Closing Power Shade - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 the movement and the shade will remain in a partially movement and the shade will remain in a partially closed opened condition until the switch is pushed and held condition until the switch is pushed and held forward rearward again.
Page 266: Wind Buffeting
264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc- Sunroof Maintenance tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean release to Express Close. the glass panel.
Page 267: Electrical Power Outlets
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 NOTE: ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Your vehicle is equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp) power • All accessories connected to the “battery” powered outlets that can be used to power cellular phones, small outlets should be removed or turned off when the electronics and other low powered electrical accessories.
Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The front power outlet is located inside the storage area In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a power on the center stack of the instrument panel. Push inward outlet located in the storage area of the center console. on the storage lid to open the compartment and gain access to this power outlet.
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo NOTE: The rear power outlet can be switched from area. switched “ignition” only to constant “battery” powered all the time. See your local authorized dealer for details. Rear Power Outlet Power Outlet Right Rear Quarter Panel Fuse...
Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 271: Power Inverter - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! There is a 115 Volt, 150 Watt inverter outlet located on the • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw back of the center console to convert DC current to AC power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in current.
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The power inverter is designed with built-in overload protection. If the power rating of 150 Watts is exceeded, the power inverter will automatically shut down. Once the electrical device has been removed from the outlet the inverter should automatically reset.
Page 273: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers CUPHOLDERS located in the fold-down center armrest. There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers located in the center console. Rear Cupholders Front Cupholders...
Page 274: Storage
272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open the glove compartment, pull outward on the STORAGE latch and lower the glove compartment door. Glove Compartment The glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Opened Glove Compartment Glove Compartment...
Page 275: Door Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 Door Storage Console Features Large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy The center console contains both an upper and a lower access. storage area. Door Panel Storage Storage Compartment...
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the the small latch located on the lid. lower storage compartment. Storage Compartment Latches Lower Storage Compartment...
Page 277: Cargo Area Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 Your vehicle may have an optional CD or DVD player WARNING! located in the center console. Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Driving with the console compartment lid open may result in injury in a collision.
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press in on the flashlight to release it. To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, twice for low, and a third time to return to off. Press And Release Three-Press Switch...
Page 279: Cargo Storage Bins
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 Cargo Storage Bins There are up to four removable storage bins located in the rear cargo area. There are two storage bins located on either side of the cargo area. NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a rear sub- woofer, the passenger side cargo area will not be avail- able.
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Two additional storage bins are located under the load floor. To access the lower storage bins, raise the load floor and attach the tether hook (attached to the bottom of the load floor) to the liftgate opening. Lower Storage Bins Tether Strap...
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or protect passengers from loose cargo. To cover the cargo area: 1.
Page 282: Rear Cargo Tie-Downs
280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! In a collision, a loose cargo cover in the vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle. Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compart- ment.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not carry loads which exceed the load limits • To help protect against personal injury, passengers described on the label attached to the left door or should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear left door center pillar.
Page 284: Rear Window Features
282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the mul- tifunction lever on the left side of the steering column. The rear wiper/washer is operated by rotating a switch, located at the middle of the lever.
Page 285: Rear Window Defroster
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 release of the switch, the wipers will resume the continu- mirrors (if equipped). An indicator in the button will ous rear wiper operation. When this rotary control is in illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The the OFF position, rotating it downward will activate the rear window defroster automatically turns off after ap- rear washer pump which will continue to operate as long...
Page 286: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not CAUTION! (Continued) exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity. • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive To move the crossbars, loosen the attachments, located at window cleaners on the interior surface of the the upper edge of each crossbar, approximately eight window.
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 • If (or any metallic object) is placed over the satellite CAUTION! (Continued) radio antenna (if equipped), you may experience in- • To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do terruption of satellite radio reception. For improved not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of satellite radio reception, avoid placing the rear cross- 150 lb (68 kg).
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per- sonal injury or property damage. Follow the roof rack cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..290 ▫ DID Green Telltales ....314 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED ..359 ▫ Replacing The Remote Control Batteries..370 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . . .359 ▫ Headphones Operation ....371 Uconnect®...
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 CLIMATE CONTROLS ....385 ▫ Phone......404 ▫...
Page 292: Instrument Panel Features
290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Lower Switch Bank 11 — Hood Release 2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Hazard Switch 12 — Fuel Door Release 3 — Radio 8 — Storage Bin (SD Card, AUX, USB Media Hub) 13 —...
Page 293: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 294: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Tachometer This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute switch is turned to the ON/RUN position and (RPM x 1000).
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 5. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped 8. Speedometer This indicator will illuminate when the front fog Indicates vehicle speed. lights are on. 9. Upper Right Selectable DID 6. Upper Left Selectable DID This area of the cluster will display selectable informa- This area of the cluster will display selectable informa- tion such as compass, outside temperature, etc.
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL if the light stays on through several of your typical WARNING! (Continued) driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive drive slowly or park over flammable substances such normally and will not require towing. as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc.
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle”. Follow the warnings under the Cooling Driving with a hot engine cooling system could System Pressure Cap paragraph. damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle 12.
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake WARNING! booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous.
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tion.
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS CAUTION! malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is The TPMS has been optimized for the original combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipment tires and wheels.
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 odometer needs to be repaired or serviced, the repair 17. Air Bag Warning Light technician should leave the odometer reading the same This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as it was before the repair or service. If she/he cannot do as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first so, then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker turned to the ON/RUN position.
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 19. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see Light — If Equipped your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- trol (ESC) is off.
Page 303: Driver Information Display (Did)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 21. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on. DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID) The Driver Information Display (DID) features a driver- interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster.
Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The DID Menu items consists of the following: The system allows the driver to select information by pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering • Digital Speedometer wheel: • Vehicle Info • Terrain — If Equipped •...
Page 305: Did Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 • UP Arrow Button • OK Button Push and release the UP arrow button to scroll The OK button may be used for the following: upward through main menu Selection submenus. Reset (hold) • DOWN Arrow Button Clearing (hold) Push and release the DOWN arrow button to scroll downward through the main menu and...
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Reconfigurable Telltales/Information • Five Second Stored Messages 4. Telltales/Indicators When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of message takes control of the main display area for five 5. Shift Lever Status (PRNDL) seconds and then returns to the previous screen. Most of 6.
Page 307: Engine Oil Life Reset
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 is in the RUN state. Examples of this message type are is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change “Remote Start Aborted - Door Ajar” and “Press Brake interval may fluctuate, dependent upon your personal Pedal and Push Button to Start”.
Page 308: Did Messages
306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push and release the • Oil Change Due ENGINE START/STOP button once to return the • Fuel Low ignition to the OFF/LOCK position. • Service Antilock Brake System NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not •...
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 • Speed Warning Exceeded • Key in Ignition Lights On • Parking Brake Engaged • Remote Start Active Key to Run • Brake Fluid Low • Remote Start Active Push Start Button • Service Electronic Braking System •...
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Doors Open • Engage Park Brake to Prevent Rolling • Liftgate Open • Transmission Too cold Idle with Engine On • Gear Not Available • Washer Fluid Low • Shift Not Allowed • Service Air Suspension System •...
Page 311: Did White Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 • Vehicle Cannot Be Lowered Door Open • Cruise Ready • Off Road 2 Watch For Clearance This telltale will turn on to indicate that the Cruise Control system is ready to be activated. • Entry/Exit Watch For Clearance •...
Page 312: Did Amber Telltales
310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL stop the vehicle. Then, shift the transmission into NEU- DID Amber Telltales TRAL and run the engine at idle or faster until the light This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- turns off. tales. These telltales include: •...
Page 313: Did Red Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 • Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) • Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off This light will turn on when the ABS system is This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- not functioning and service is required. If the trol (ESC) is off.
Page 314 312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting This light does not show how much oil is in the engine. Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 required. You may experience reduced performance, an • Electric Power Steering Malfunction – If Equipped elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may This telltale is on when the Electric Power require towing. Steering is not operating and needs service. •...
Page 316: Did Green Telltales
314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Air Bag Warning Light • Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped This light will turn on for four to eight seconds This telltale will illuminate when the front fog as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first lights are on.
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 Speedometer Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Vehicle Info icon/title is high- Push and release the LEFT or RIGHT arrow lighted in the DID. Push and release the RIGHT button to toggle between the Speedometer dis- arrow button and Coolant Temp will be dis- play type (Analog or Digital).
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If one or more tires have low pressure, “Inflate Tire To Oil Pressure XX” is displayed with the vehicle ICON and the tire • Displays the actual oil pressure. pressure values in each corner of the ICON with the pressure value of the low tire displayed in a different Oil Life color than the other tire pressure values.
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 Driver Assist — If Equipped Trip Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Driver Assist display icon/title button until the Trip icon/title is highlighted in is highlighted in the DID.
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio the prompts on the screen as needed. The Screen Setup feature allows you to change what information is dis- played in the instrument cluster as well as the location Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow that information is displayed.
Page 321: Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 • Trip A Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items Current Gear • Trip B • On Upper Right • Off • None Upper Left • Compass (default setting) • None • Outside Temp • Compass • Time •...
Page 322: Uconnect® Settings
320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default Settings) • Cancel • Okay Uconnect® SETTINGS The Uconnect® system uses a combination of buttons on the touchscreen and buttons on the faceplate located on the center of the instrument panel that allow you to access and change the customer programmable features.
Page 323: Buttons On The Faceplate
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 Buttons On The Faceplate Buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect® system in the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right side of the Climate Controls in the center of the instru- ment panel.
Page 324: Buttons On The Touchscreen
322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL mode, press and release the preferred setting and make Buttons On The Touchscreen your selection. Once the setting is complete, either press Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the the Back Arrow/Done button on the touchscreen or the Uconnect®...
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 and release the “Auto” or “Manual” button on the NOTE: To make changes to the Display Brightness with touchscreen. Then press the arrow back button on the Headlights ON setting, the headlights must be on and touchscreen.
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Language • Touchscreen Beep When in this display, you may select one of multiple When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the languages (English/Français/Español) for all display no- sound heard when a button on the touchscreen is menclature, including the trip functions and the naviga- pressed.
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 • Show Command List • Set Date When in this display, you may change the Show Com- When in this display, you may set the date manually. mand List settings. To change the Show Command List Press the “Set Date”...
Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “Sound Only” or “Sounds and Display” button. Then active guidelines over the ParkView Back up camera press the back arrow button on the touchscreen. Refer to display whenever the shift lever/gear selector is put into “ParkSense®”...
Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 8 mph (12 km/h), the transmission is shifted into PARK System” in “Starting And Operating” for system function or the ignition is switched to the OFF position. To set the and operating information. To make your selection, press ParkView®...
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Headlight Illumination On Approach the touchscreen and make your selection. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous When this feature is selected, it allows the adjustment of menu. the amount of time the headlights remain on after the •...
Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 press the “Daytime Running Lights” button on the touch- • Auto Door Locks screen and make your selection. Press the back arrow When this feature is selected, all doors will lock auto- button on the touchscreen to return to the previous matically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph menu.
Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Flash Lights w/Lock • Horn w/Remote Start — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the exterior lights will flash When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote the remote start is activated.
Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 NOTE: Passive Entry — If Equipped. If “All” is selected, vehicle. To make your selection, press the “Memory all doors will unlock no matter which Passive Entry door Linked to Fob” button on the touchscreen and select from handle is grasped.
Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped Engine Off Options After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start” After pressing the “Engine Off Options” button on the button on the touchscreen the following settings will be touchscreen the following settings will be available.
Page 335 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 “60,” or “90” seconds to select your desired time interval. choose from “On” or “Off.” Press the back arrow button Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. to the previous menu.
Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Tire Jack Mode performing a wheel alignment this mode must be en- abled. Refer to your authorized dealer for further infor- When this feature is selected the air suspension system is mation. disabled to prevent auto leveling of the suspension, while the vehicle is on a jack changing a tire.
Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the • Perform Compass Calibration instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Lap- Press the “Calibration” button on the touchscreen to tops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass change this setting.
Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the scale between the “+” and “–” buttons on the • Surround Sound — If Equipped touchscreen. Press the back arrow/Done button on the This feature provides simulated surround sound mode. touchscreen to return to the previous menu. To make your selection, press the “Surround Sound”...
Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 the touchscreen, select “On” or “Off.” Press the back exclude undesirable channels while scanning. To make arrow/Done button on the touchscreen to return to the your selection, press the “Channel Skip” button on the previous menu. touchscreen, select the channels you would like to skip followed by pressing the back arrow button on the Phone/Bluetooth®...
Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: SiriusXM Travel Link is a separate subscription Clear Personal Data and is available for U.S. residents only. After pressing the “Clear Personal Data Settings” button on the touchscreen the following settings will be avail- Restore Settings able: After pressing the “Restore Settings”...
Page 341: Customer Programmable Features - Uconnect® 8.4 Personal Settings
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 Once the setting is complete, press the Back Arrow Customer Programmable Features — button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu Uconnect® 8.4 Personal Settings or press the X button on the touchscreen to close out of Press the “Apps”...
Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: When Day or Night is selected for the Display • Display Brightness With Headlights OFF Mode, the usage of the Parade Mode feature will cause When in this display, you may select the brightness with the radio to activate the Display Brightness Day control the headlights off.
Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 • Set Language • Touchscreen Beep When in this display, you may select one of multiple When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the languages (English/Français/Español) for all display no- sound heard when button on the touchscreen is pressed. menclature, including the trip functions and the naviga- Press the “Touchscreen Beep”...
Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Navigation Turn-By-Turn Displayed In Cluster — If • Show Command List Equipped When in this display, you may choose to Always, With When this feature is selected, To make your selection, Help, or Never display the Teleprompter with possible press the “Navigation Turn-By-Turn Displayed In Clus- options while in a voice session.
Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 time with GPS” button on the touchscreen until a check- • Time Format mark appears next to the setting, showing that setting has This feature will allow you to select the time format been selected. Press the back arrow button on the touch- display setting.
Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Safety & Driving Assistance For further information, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Con- trol (ACC)” in “Understanding The Features Of Your After pressing the “Safety & Driving Assistance” button Vehicle”. on the touchscreen the following settings will be avail- able: •...
Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 • ParkSense® default volume setting is MEDIUM. To make your selec- tion, press the “ParkSense® Front Chime Volume” button The ParkSense® system will scan for objects behind the on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to vehicle when the transmission shift lever is in REVERSE setting, indicating that the setting had been selected.
Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous activated in “Lights” mode. When this mode is selected, menu. ParkSense® will retain its last known configura- the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system is activated and tion state through ignition cycles.
Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 • ParkView® Backup Camera Active Guidelines vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera delay turned ON), the rear view image with dynamic grid lines Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear will be displayed for up to 10 seconds after shifting out of Back Up Camera Active Guidelines that allows you to see “REVERSE”...
Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL had been selected. Press the back arrow button on the • Headlight Off Delay touchscreen to return to the previous menu. When this feature is selected, it allows adjustment of the • Hill Start Assist — If Equipped amount of time the headlights remain on after the engine is shut off.
Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 • Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped to the previous menu, or push the back button on the faceplate. Refer to “Lights/Automatic High Beam — If When this feature is selected, and the headlight switch is Equipped”...
Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL with Lock” button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark • Auto Unlock On Exit appears next to setting, showing that setting has been When this feature is selected, all doors will unlock when selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen the vehicle is stopped, the transmission is in the PARK or to return to the previous menu, or push the back button NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened.
Page 353 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 next to setting, indicating that the setting has been showing that setting has been selected. Press the back selected. Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous to return to the previous menu.
Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If the vehicle is programmed 1st Press Of Key Fob showing that setting has been selected. Press the back Unlocks “All Doors,” all doors will unlock no matter arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous which Passive Entry equipped door handle is grasped.
Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat Auto-On Comfort — If Equipped location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort” button on the to ON) when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter touchscreen the following settings will be available: is used to unlock the door.
Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Engine Off Options either front door will cancel this feature. To change the Engine Off Power Delay status press the press the “+” or After pressing the Engine Off Options button on the “-” button to choose from “0 seconds,” “45 seconds,” “5 touchscreen the following settings will be available.
Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 the touchscreen until a check-mark appears next to • Suspension Display Messages setting, showing that setting has been selected. Press the When “All” is selected, all the Air Suspension Alerts will back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the be displayed.
Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL check-mark is removed showing the system has been • Equalizer deactivated. Press the back arrow button on the touch- This feature allows you to adjust the Bass, Mid and Treble screen to return to the previous menu. settings.
Page 359 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 • Surround Sound — If Equipped touchscreen, then choose “Yes” or “No.” Press the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous This feature provides simulated surround sound mode. menu. To make your selection, press the “Surround Sound” button on the touchscreen, select “On”...
Page 360 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped Press the “Subscription Info” button on the touchscreen to access the Subscription Information screen. After pressing the “SiriusXM Setup” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver.
Page 361: Uconnect® Radios - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 select “OK” to restore, or “Cancel” to exit. Once the System Information settings are restored, a pop up appears stating settings After pressing the “System Information” button on the reset to default. touchscreen the following settings will be available: Clear Personal Data •...
Page 362: Uconnect® Rear Seat Entertainment System - If Equipped
360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL may not fully support the iPod® control features. Please visit Apple’s website for software updates. For further information, refer to the Uconnect® Supple- ment Manual. Uconnect® REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Your Rear Seat Entertainment System is designed to give your family years of enjoyment.
Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 • Turn on the Rear Seat Entertainment system by push- • With the Dual Video Screen System, Channel 1 (Rear 1) ing the Power button on the remote control. on the Remote Control and Headphones refers to Screen 1 (driver’s side) and Channel 2 (Rear 2) on the •...
Page 364: Dual Video Screen
362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Dual Video Screen NOTE: Typically there are two different ways to operate the features of the Rear Seat Entertainment System. • The Remote Control • The Touchscreen Radio (If Equipped) Blu-ray™ Disc Player Play A Blu-ray™ Disc The Blu-ray™...
Page 365 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 Using The Touchscreen Radio Blu-ray™ Disc Player Location To view a Blu-ray™ insert the disc into the Blu-ray™ Disc Rear Media Control Screen Player. Playback will begin automatically after the Blu- 1. RSE Channel 1 Mode ray™...
Page 366 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL is not highlighted select button to access controls for 6. Radio Full Screen Mode Screen 1/Channel 1 source. Select this button to change to Full Screen Mode. 2. RSE Power 7. Cabin Audio Mode Press to turn RSE On/Off. Select this button to change the cabin audio to the rear entertainment source currently shown on the rear media 3.
Page 367: Play Video Games
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 Using The Remote Control • Select an audio channel (Rear 1 for driver’s side rear screen and Rear 2 for passenger’s side rear screen), then press the source key and using the up and down arrows, highlight disc from the menu and press the OK button.
Page 368: Play A Dvd/Blu-Ray™ Disc Using The Touchscreen Radio
366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When connecting an external source to the AUX/HDMI radio automatically selects the appropriate mode after input, ensure to follow the standard color coding for the the disc is recognized and displays the menu screen or audio/video jacks: starts playing the first track.
Page 369 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 2. Press the Rear Media button to display the Rear Media Control screen. Select DISC Mode On The Rear Seat Entertainment Screen Using The Touchscreen Radio Controls Rear Media Control Screen 3. Press the 1 or 2 buttons on the touchscreen, the select 1.
Page 370: Important Notes For Dual Video Screen System
368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Important Notes For Dual Video Screen System • The Rear Seat Entertainment System is able to transmit two channels of stereo audio and video simultane- ously. • The Blu-ray™ Disc Player can play CDs, DVDs and Blu-ray™...
Page 371: Blu-Ray™ Disc Player Remote Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 audio while the screen is closed, push the Power Blu-ray™ Disc Player Remote Control — If button to turn the headphone transmitter on. Equipped 2. Channel Selector Indicators — When a button is pushed, the currently affected channel or channel button is illuminated momentarily.
Page 372: Replacing The Remote Control Batteries
370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL — Push and hold to fast forward through the 15. BACK — Push to exit out of menus or return to current audio track or video chapter. source selection screen. (Play/Pause) — Begin/resume or pause disc —...
Page 373: Headphones Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 Headphones Operation The headphones receive two separate channels of audio using an infrared transmitter from the video screen. If no audio is heard after increasing the volume control, verify that the screen is turned on, the channel is not muted and the headphone channel selector switch is on the desired channel.
Page 374: Controls
372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Controls • When both the headphone and the remote control The headphone power indicator and controls are located channel selector switches are on Channel 1, the on the right ear cup. Remote is controlling Channel 1 and the headphones NOTE: The rear video system must be turned on before are tuned to the audio on Channel 1.
Page 375: Replacing The Headphone Batteries
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 5. To cancel out of the Mode Selection menu, push the particular Unwired Technology LLC ( Unwired ) wire- BACK button on the remote control. less headphone ( Product ). The warranty is not transfer- able.
Page 376 374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL FOR ANY GENERAL, SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT, If you have any questions or comments regarding your INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, PU- Unwired® wireless headphones, please phone 1-888-293- NITIVE OR OTHER DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR 3332 or email customersupport@unwiredtechnology.com. NATURE WHATSOEVER.
Page 377 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 Display Settings Display Settings menu. These settings control the appear- ance of the video on the screen. The factory default settings are already set for optimum viewing, so there is no need to change these settings under normal circum- stances.
Page 378 376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Listening To Audio With The Screen Closed the remote control’s power button to turn audio on. If audio is still not heard, check that fully charged batteries To listen to only audio portion of the channel with the are installed in the headphones.
Page 379 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 match in order for the disc to play. If the region code for also play DVD-Video content recorded to a DVD-R or the DVD disc does not match the region code for the DVD-RW disc. DVD-ROM discs (either pressed or re- player, the disc will not play.
Page 380 378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • For CD Data (or CD-ROM) discs, always use the Compressed Audio Files (MP3 and WMA) ISO-9660 (Level 1 or Level 2), Joliet, or Romeo format. The Blu-ray™ Disc player is capable of playing MP3 Other formats (such as UDF, HFS, or others) are not (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3) and WMA (Windows Media supported.
Page 381 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 • Other compression formats such as AAC, MP3 Pro, Radio displays. A dirty, damaged, or incompatible disc Ogg Vorbis, and ATRAC3 will not play. The Blu-ray™ format are all potential causes for a Disc Error message. player will automatically skip the file and begin play- If a disc has a damaged track which results in audible or ing the next available file.
Page 382 380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Product Agreement General Information This product incorporates copyright protection technol- This system complies with Part 15 of the FCC Operation ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec- is subject to the following two conditions: tual property rights.
Page 383: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF push-button in the center and controls the volume and EQUIPPED mode of the sound system. Pushing the top of the rocker The remote sound system controls are located on the rear switch will increase the volume, and pushing the bottom surface of the steering wheel.
Page 384: Cd Player
382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The button located in the center of the left-hand control 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- wiping from center to edge. grammed in the radio preset button.
Page 385: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 Nevertheless, the wireless radio shall be used in such a RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES manner that the radio is 20 cm or further from the human Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in body.
Page 386 384 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and NOTE: with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). • This equipment has been tested and found to comply Operation is subject to the following two conditions: with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to 1.
Page 387: Climate Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician General Overview for help. Buttons On The Faceplate CLIMATE CONTROLS The buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect® screen. The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather.
Page 388 386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons On The Touchscreen The buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. Uconnect® 8.4 Automatic Temperature Controls — Buttons On The Touchscreen Button Descriptions (Applies To Both The Buttons On The Faceplate And The Buttons On The Touchscreen) Uconnect®...
Page 389 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to 5. Front Defrost Button switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator Press and release to change the current airflow setting to will turn off. Defrost mode.
Page 390 388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL slide the temperature bar towards the red arrow button CAUTION! on the touchscreen for warmer temperature settings. Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to NOTE: Pressing this button while in Sync mode will the heating elements: automatically exit Sync.
Page 391 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 the passenger temperature setting with the driver tem- Button On The Touchscreen perature setting. Changing the passenger temperature Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting setting while in Sync will automatically exit this feature. and the large blower icon to increase the blower setting.
Page 392 390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Bi-Level Mode 12. Climate Control OFF Button Air comes from the instrument panel outlets Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is ON/OFF. directed through the defrost and side window demis- 13.
Page 393: Climate Control Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 the temperature bar towards the red arrow button on the cool dehumidified air will flow through the outlets into touchscreen for warmer temperature settings. the cabin. For improved fuel economy, press the A/C button to turn off the air conditioning and manually NOTE: In Sync mode, this button will also automatically adjust the blower and airflow mode settings.
Page 394: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MAX A/C selected. Press the button a second time to turn off the Recirculation mode and allow outside air into the vehicle. MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling perfor- mance. NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging.
Page 395 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric system to maintain by adjusting the driver and pas- units selecting Uconnect® customer- senger temperature buttons on the faceplate or but- programmable feature.
Page 396: Operating Tips
394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The operator can also select the direction of the airflow coolant that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material by selecting one of the available mode settings. A/C Standard MS-12106 and 50% water is recommended. operation and Recirculation control can also be manually Refer to “Maintenance Procedures”...
Page 397 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they windshield and provide sufficient heating.
Page 398 396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions...
Page 399: Uconnect® Voice Recognition Quick Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 Key Features: Uconnect® VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS • 5” touchscreen Introducing Uconnect® Start using Uconnect® Voice Recognition with these help- • Three buttons on either side of the display ful quick tips. It provides the key Voice Commands and tips you need to know to control your Uconnect®...
Page 400: Get Started
398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you see the icon on your touchscreen, you have 3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while the Uconnect® 8.4AN system. If not, you have a facing straight ahead. The microphone is positioned Uconnect®...
Page 401: Basic Voice Commands
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 Basic Voice Commands The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect® system. Push the VR button . After the beep, say • Cancel to stop a current voice session •...
Page 402 400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® 5.0 Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4AN...
Page 403: Radio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 401 Radio Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio® stations you would like to hear. (Sub- scription or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio® trial required.) Push the VR button . After the beep, say •...
Page 404: Media
402 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the VR button . After the beep, say one of the following commands and follow the prompts to switch your media source or choose an artist. • Change source to Bluetooth® • Change source to iPod® •...
Page 405 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 403 Uconnect® 5.0 Media Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4AN Media...
Page 406: Understanding Your Instrument Panel 289 ▫ Phone
404 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIP: When providing a Voice Command, push the Phone Phone button and say “Call,” then pronounce the Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy name exactly as it appears in your phone book. When with Uconnect®.
Page 407: Voice Text Reply
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 405 1. Once an incoming text message is read to you, push the Phone button . After the beep, say: “Reply” 2. Listen to the Uconnect® prompts. After the beep, repeat one of the pre-defined messages and follow the system prompts.
Page 408: Climate (8.4A/8.4An)
406 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIP: Your mobile phone must have the full implementa- TIP: Voice Command for Climate may only be used to tion of the Message Access Profile (MAP) to take advan- adjust the interior temperature of your vehicle. Voice tage of this feature.
Page 409: Navigation (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 407 Navigation (8.4A/8.4AN) The Uconnect® navigation feature helps you save time and become more productive when you know exactly how to get to where you want to go. (Navigation is optional on the Uconnect® 8.4A system. See your dealer to activate navigation at any time.) 1.
Page 410: Register (8.4A/8.4An)
408 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL press the Apps button on the 8.4-inch touchscreen to get Roadside Assistance Call started. Detailed registration instructions can be found Wi-Fi Hotspot*** on the next page. **If vehicle is equipped. *Uconnect® Access is available only on equipped ve- ***Extra charges apply.
Page 411: Mobile App (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 409 5. Click on the link inside the email within 72 hours and Mobile App (8.4A/8.4AN) complete the easy online registration process to create Securely link your mobile device to your vehicle with the a personal Mopar® Owner Connect account linked to Uconnect®...
Page 412: Voice Texting (8.4A/8.4An)
410 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Download the Uconnect® Access App to a compatible 2. Listen to the prompt. After the beep, dictate the Apple® or Android® mobile devices. All you need to do is: message you would like to send. Wait for Uconnect® to process your message.
Page 413: Yelp® (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 411 TIP: Once you perform a search, you can reorganize the Yelp® (8.4A/8.4AN) results by selecting either the Best Match, Rating or Once registered with Uconnect® Access, you can use Distance tab on the top of the touchscreen display. your voice to search for the most popular places or things around you.
Page 414: Siriusxm Travel Link™ (8.4A/8.4An)
412 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SiriusXM Travel Link™ (8.4A/8.4AN) Need to find a gas station, view local movie listings, check a sports score or the 5 - day weather forecast? SiriusXM Travel Link™ is a suite of services that brings a wealth of information right to your Uconnect®...
Page 415: Additional Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 413 Uconnect® System Support: Additional Information © 2014 Chrysler Group LLC. All rights reserved. Mopar • DriveUconnect.com and Uconnect are registered trademarks and Mopar • U.S. residents call 1-877-855-8400 Owner Connect is a trademark of Chrysler Group LLC. Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
Page 417 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....421 ▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock....428 ▫...
Page 418 416 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Shifting Procedures ....443 ▫ When To Use 4WD LOW Range — If Equipped ......461 ▫...
Page 419 STARTING AND OPERATING 417 BRAKE SYSTEM ..... . .472 ▫ Selec Speed Control (SSC) — If Equipped (Four-Wheel Drive Models With MP3023 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM .
Page 420 418 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Radial Ply Tires ..... .508 ▫ Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings ......523 ▫...
Page 421 STARTING AND OPERATING 419 ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ... . .531 VEHICLE LOADING ....539 FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) —...
Page 422 420 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND ▫ Recreational Towing – Quadra-Trac I® MOTORHOME, ETC.) ....557 (Single-Speed Transfer Case) Four-Wheel Drive Models ......559 ▫...
Page 423: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 421 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 424: Keyless Enter-N-Go
422 STARTING AND OPERATING Keyless Enter-N-Go™ CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- This feature allows the driver to oper- ing precautions are not observed: ate the ignition switch with the push • Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL of a button, as long as the Remote into any forward gear when the engine is above Start/Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 425 STARTING AND OPERATING 423 4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to position. If the shift lever/gear selector is not in PARK the engine starting, push the button again. and the ENGINE START/STOP button is pushed once, the Driver Information Display (DID) will dis- NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine play a “Vehicle Not In Park”...
Page 426: Extreme Cold Weather
424 STARTING AND OPERATING and START. To change the ignition positions without Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C) starting the vehicle and use the accessories follow these To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of steps: an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
Page 427 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE WARNING! (Continued) START/STOP Button) • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it If the engine fails to start after you have followed the started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans- “Normal Starting”...
Page 428: After Starting
426 STARTING AND OPERATING After Starting WARNING! The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will Remember to disconnect the engine block heater decrease as the engine warms up. cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER —...
Page 429 STARTING AND OPERATING 427 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 430: Key Ignition Park Interlock
428 STARTING AND OPERATING before the engine can be turned off. This helps the driver CAUTION! avoid inadvertently leaving the vehicle without placing the transmission in PARK. Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: This system also locks the transmission in PARK when- •...
Page 431: Fuel Economy (Eco) Mode
STARTING AND OPERATING 429 Fuel Economy (ECO) Mode The Fuel Economy (ECO) mode can improve the vehi- cle’s overall fuel economy during normal driving condi- tions. Each time the vehicle is started ECO mode is engaged and an amber light in the center stack of the instrument panel will be illuminated.
Page 432: Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission
430 STARTING AND OPERATING • The torque converter clutch may engage at lower Eight–Speed Automatic Transmission engine speeds and remain on longer. The electronic shift lever in this vehicle does not slide like a conventional shifter. Instead, the shift lever is spring •...
Page 433 STARTING AND OPERATING 431 The electronically-controlled transmission provides a DRIVE or SPORT position will manually select the trans- precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are mission gear, and will display the current gear in the self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new instrument cluster.
Page 434 432 STARTING AND OPERATING Gear Ranges When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before shifting the transmission to PARK. As an added precau- DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or tion, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill NEUTRAL into another gear range.
Page 435 STARTING AND OPERATING 433 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
Page 436 434 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • DO NOT race the engine when shifting from access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a can damage the drivetrain.
Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 • With brake pedal released, look at the transmission WARNING! gear position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position (P). Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe REVERSE (R) practices that limit your response to changing traffic This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
Page 438 436 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE (D) During extremely cold temperatures (-22°F [-30°C] or below), transmission operation may be modified depend- This range should be used for most city and highway ing on engine and transmission temperature as well as driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- vehicle speed.
Page 439 STARTING AND OPERATING 437 Transmission Limp Home Mode NOTE: In cases where the instrument cluster message indicates the transmission may not re-engage after en- Transmission function is monitored electronically for gine shutdown, perform this procedure only in a desired abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could location (preferably, at your authorized dealer).
Page 440 438 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- Operation mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your When the transmission is in DRIVE or SPORT mode, it earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has will operate automatically, shifting between the eight diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could available gears.
Page 441 STARTING AND OPERATING 439 • The transmission will automatically downshift as the • Holding the (-) paddle depressed will downshift the vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will transmission to the lowest gear possible at the current display the current gear. speed.
Page 442: Four-Wheel Drive Operation
440 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The Quadra-Trac I® system is not appropriate WARNING! for conditions where 4WD LOW range is recommended. Refer to “Off-Road Driving Tips” in “Starting and Oper- Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a ating” for further information. slippery surface.
Page 443 STARTING AND OPERATING 441 the same speed. The 4WD LOW position is intended for WARNING! loose, slippery road surfaces only. Driving in the 4WD LOW position on dry, hard-surfaced roads may cause You or others could be injured or killed if you leave increased tire wear and damage to driveline components.
Page 444: Shift Positions
442 STARTING AND OPERATING Shift Positions WARNING! For additional information on the appropriate use of each You or others could be injured or killed if you leave 4WD system mode position, see the information below: the vehicle unattended with the power transfer unit 4WD AUTO in the NEUTRAL (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake.
Page 445: Shifting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 443 4WD LOW LOW” indicator light in the instrument cluster will begin to flash and remain on solid when the shift is complete. This range is for low speed four-wheel drive. It provides an additional gear reduction which allows for increased torque to be delivered to both the front and rear wheels while providing maximum pulling power for loose, slippery road surfaces only.
Page 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If shift conditions/interlocks are not met, or a NOTE: transfer case motor temperature protection condition • If shift conditions/interlocks are not met, or a transfer exists, a “For 4x4 Low Slow Below 3 mph (5 km/h) Put case motor temperature protection condition exists, a Trans in “N”...
Page 447 STARTING AND OPERATING 445 Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N) 3. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 4. If vehicle is equipped with Quadra-Lift™ air suspen- WARNING! sion, ensure the vehicle is set to Normal Ride Height. You or others could be injured or killed if you leave 5.
Page 448 446 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If shift conditions/interlocks are not met, a “To Tow Vehicle Safely, Read Neutral Shift Procedure in Owners Manual” message will flash from the Driver Information Display (DID). Refer to “Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 449: Quadra-Drive® Ii System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 447 6. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, push and hold 7. When the NEUTRAL (N) indicator light turns off, the recessed transfer case “N” button (located by the release the NEUTRAL (N) button. selector switch) for one second. 8.
Page 450: Selec-Terrain™ - If Equipped
448 STARTING AND OPERATING the transfer case and axle coupling differ in design, their operation is similar. Follow the Quadra-Trac II® transfer case shifting information, preceding this section, for shifting this system. SELEC-TERRAIN™ — IF EQUIPPED Description Selec-Terrain™ combines the capabilities of the vehicle control systems, along with driver input, to provide the best performance for all terrains.
Page 451 STARTING AND OPERATING 449 launches, to minimize wheel slippage. If equipped • Mud – Off road calibration for use on low traction with air suspension, the default ride height for Snow is surfaces such as mud. Driveline is maximized for NRH.
Page 452: Driver Information Display (Did) Messages
450 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Activate the Hill Descent Control or Selec Speed Control for steep downhill control. See “Electronic Brake Control System” in this section for further information. Driver Information Display (DID) Messages When the appropriate conditions exist, a message will appear in the DID display.
Page 453 STARTING AND OPERATING 451 • Normal Ride Height (NRH) – This is the standard required. To enter OR2, push the “Up” button twice position of the suspension and is meant for normal from the NRH position or once from the OR1 position driving.
Page 454 452 STARTING AND OPERATING speed falls below 20 mph (32 km/h). The vehicle will NOTE: Automatic lowering of the vehicle into Entry/ enter Aero Mode, regardless of vehicle speed if the Exit Mode can be enabled through the Uconnect® Touch- shift lever is in the “SPORT”...
Page 455 STARTING AND OPERATING 453 The system requires that the engine be running for all To assist with changing a spare tire, the Quadra-Lift™ air changes. When lowering the vehicle all of the doors, suspension system has a feature which allows the auto- including the liftgate, must be closed.
Page 456: Air Suspension Modes
454 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: This mode is intended to be enabled with engine Air Suspension Modes running. The Air Suspension system has multiple modes to protect the system in unique situations: Wheel Alignment Mode Tire/Jack Mode Before performing a wheel alignment this mode must be enabled.
Page 457: Driver Information Display (Did) Messages
STARTING AND OPERATING 455 threshold, etc). The “UP” button can be pressed multiple Driver Information Display (DID) Messages times, each press will raise the requested level by one When the appropriate conditions exist, a message will position up to a maximum position of OR2 or the highest appear in the DID display.
Page 458 456 STARTING AND OPERATING • Off-Road 2 (OR2) – Indicator lamps 4, 5, and 6 will be height change will be paused until the vehicle speed illuminated when the vehicle is in OR2. either goes below 15 mph (24 km/h) and the height change continues to Entry/Exit Mode, or exceeds •...
Page 459: On-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 457 ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a NOTE: Prior to off-road driving with non-Summit mod- narrower track to make them capable of performing in a els that are also equipped with an Off Road Package, wide variety of off-road applications.
Page 460 458 STARTING AND OPERATING Lower Front Fascia Removal: 1. Remove the seven quarter turn fasteners. 2. Starting on one side of the vehicle, disengage lower fascia from the upper fascia. Grasp the portion inside the wheel well. Pulling it downwards and toward you, separate the tabs from the slots in the upper fascia.
Page 461 STARTING AND OPERATING 459 NOTE: It is recommend to also remove the radar sensor 4. Locate the protective connector on the rear of the on vehicle equipped to Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). bumper beam. This radar sensor is specifically calibrated to your vehicle and is not interchangeable with other radar sensors.
Page 462 460 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Only models with the Off Road Package are 3. Using the previously scribed marks, reinstall the radar equipped with the a protective connector. sensor and bracket using the two fasteners. 5. Remove the plug from the protective connector and NOTE: Some alignment may be required upon fascia install on the sensor.
Page 463: Quadra-Lift™ - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 461 3. Return to the center of the vehicle and repeat Step 2 to The Selec-Terrain™ switch will automatically change the the opposite side of the vehicle. vehicle to the optimized height based on the Selec- Terrain™ switch position. The vehicle height can be NOTE: changed from the default height for each Selec-Terrain™...
Page 464: Driving Through Water
462 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Your vehicle is capable of water fording in up to 20 CAUTION! inches (51 cm) of water, while crossing small rivers or streams. To maintain optimal performance of your vehicle’s Do not drive in 4WD-LOW Range on dry pavement; heating and ventilation system it is recommended to switch driveline damage may result.
Page 465: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
STARTING AND OPERATING 463 entering. Proceed with caution and maintain a steady Maintenance controlled speed less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in deep water After driving through deep water, inspect your vehicle to minimize wave effects. fluids and lubricants (engine oil, transmission oil, axle, Flowing Water transfer case) to assure the fluids have not been contami- nated.
Page 466: Hill Climbing
464 STARTING AND OPERATING Avoid abrupt downshifts on icy or slippery roads, be- WARNING! cause engine braking may cause skidding and loss of control. If the engine stalls, you lose forward motion, or cannot make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, Hill Climbing never attempt to turn around.
Page 467: Traction Downhill
STARTING AND OPERATING 465 always a good idea to check for damage. That way you Traction Downhill can get any problems taken care of right away and have When descending mountains or hills, use Hill Descent or your vehicle ready when you need it. Selec-Speed Control to avoid repeated heavy braking.
Page 468: Power Steering
466 STARTING AND OPERATING • After extended operation in mud, sand, water, or POWER STEERING similar dirty conditions, have the radiator, fan, brake 3.6L Engine rotors, wheels, brake linings, and axle yokes inspected Your vehicle is equipped with an electro-hydraulic power and cleaned as soon as possible.
Page 469: L Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING 467 If the “SERVICE POWER STEERING” message NOTE: and a flashing icon are displayed on the DID • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- screen, it indicates that the vehicle needs to be tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under taken to the dealer for service.
Page 470: Power Steering Fluid Check
468 STARTING AND OPERATING If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will WARNING! still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi- tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering Continued operation with reduced power steering effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others.
Page 471: Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L Engine Only
STARTING AND OPERATING 469 apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho- level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all rized dealer.
Page 472 470 STARTING AND OPERATING The foot operated parking brake is located below the When the parking brake is applied with the ignition lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the switch in the ON position, the “Brake” Warning Light in park brake, firmly push the park brake pedal fully.
Page 473 STARTING AND OPERATING 471 When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front WARNING! (Continued) wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with from the curb on an uphill grade. Apply the parking access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 474: Brake System
472 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or If the “Brake” Warning Light remains on with the in a location accessible to children, and do not parking brake released, a brake system malfunction leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with is indicated.
Page 475: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 473 In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e., Also, your vehicle may be equipped with Trailer Sway repeated brake applications with the engine off) the Control (TSC), Hill Start Assist (HSA), Ready Alert brakes will still function.
Page 476 474 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! Significant over or under-inflation of tires, or mixing • Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish sizes of tires or wheels on the vehicle can lead to loss their effectiveness and may lead to a collision. of braking effectiveness.
Page 477: Traction Control System (Tcs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 475 A feature of the TCS system, Brake Limited Differential CAUTION! (BLD), functions similar to a limited-slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one wheel The Anti-Lock Brake System is subject to possible on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the detrimental effects of electronic interference caused system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel.
Page 478: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
476 STARTING AND OPERATING quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brak- This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by ing pressure during the stopping sequence (do not monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the “pump”...
Page 479: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 477 counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. En- WARNING! gine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path. Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- tions, and driving conditions, influence the chance ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle that wheel lift or rollover may occur.
Page 480 478 STARTING AND OPERATING Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash WARNING! (Continued) during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner as little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety and driving to the prevailing road conditions.
Page 481 STARTING AND OPERATING 479 mode. This mode should be used for most driving NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving situations. ESC should only be turned to “Partial Off” with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand, or mode for specific reasons as noted below.
Page 482: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
480 STARTING AND OPERATING 4WD HIGH range or NEUTRAL to 4WD LOW range, the WARNING! ESC system will be in the “Partial Off” mode. • When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality Trailer Sway Control (TSC) of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de- TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an exces- scribed in the TCS section), has been disabled and sively swaying trailer and will take the appropriate...
Page 483: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
STARTING AND OPERATING 481 attempt to stop the trailer from swaying. TSC is disabled system will release brake pressure in proportion to the when the ESC system is in the “Partial Off” mode. amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in the intended direction of travel.
Page 484 482 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded • If you use a trailer brake controller with your vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and will not activate and slight rolling may occur.
Page 485: Ready Alert Braking - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 483 occur by monitoring how fast the throttle is released by WARNING! (Continued) the driver. When the throttle is released very quickly, • HSA is not a parking brake. If you stop the vehicle Ready Alert Braking applies a small amount of brake on a hill without putting the transmission in PARK pressure.
Page 486: Hill Descent Control (Hdc) - If Equipped
484 STARTING AND OPERATING descending hills during various driving situations. HDC Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped controls vehicle speed by actively controlling the brakes. (Four-Wheel Drive Models With MP3023 Two-Speed Transfer Case Only) HDC has three states: 1. Off (feature is not enabled and will not activate). 2.
Page 487 STARTING AND OPERATING 485 • Driver door is closed • 4th = 2.5 mph (4 km/h) Activating HDC • 5th = 3.1 mph (5 km/h) Once HDC is enabled it will activate automatically if • 6th = 3.7 mph (6 km/h) driven down a grade of sufficient magnitude (greater •...
Page 488 486 STARTING AND OPERATING Driver Override: • Vehicle is shifted to park. The driver may override HDC activation with throttle or Disabling HDC brake application at any time. While in driver override HDC will deactivate and be disabled if any of the the transmission will be in ERS which is a top gear limiter following conditions occur: and the vehicle will shift from 1st through the gear that is...
Page 489 STARTING AND OPERATING 487 Feedback to the driver: • The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash when HDC deactivates due to overheated brakes. The flashing will The instrument cluster has a HDC icon and a HDC stop and HDC will activate again once the brakes have switch which has an LED which offers feedback to the cooled sufficiently.
Page 490: Selec Speed Control (Ssc) - If Equipped
488 STARTING AND OPERATING SSC has three states: Selec Speed Control (SSC) — If Equipped (Four-Wheel Drive Models With MP3023 1. Off (feature is not enabled and will not activate) Two-Speed Transfer Case Only) 2. Enabled (feature is enabled and ready but activation conditions are not met, or driver is actively overriding with brake or throttle application) 3.
Page 491 STARTING AND OPERATING 489 Activating SSC • 2nd = 1.2 mph (2 km/h) Once SSC is enabled it will activate automatically once • 3rd = 1.8 mph (3 km/h) the following conditions are met: • 4th = 2.5 mph (4 km/h) •...
Page 492 490 STARTING AND OPERATING • SSC performance is influenced by the Terrain Select • Vehicle is shifted to park. mode. This difference may be notable to the driver and Disabling SSC may be perceived as a varying level of aggressiveness. SSC will deactivate and be disabled if any of the follow- Driver Override: ing conditions occur:...
Page 493: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 491 Feedback to the driver: WARNING! The instrument cluster has an SSC icon and the SSC SSC is only intended to assist the driver in control- switch has an LED which offers feedback to the driver ling vehicle speed when driving in off road condi- about the state SSC is in.
Page 494 492 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at • Each time the ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- position, the ESC system will be ON even if it was rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem cycled off previously, except for when the vehicle is diagnosed and corrected.
Page 495: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 493 NOTE: TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION • 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 496 494 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 497 STARTING AND OPERATING 495 EXAMPLE: 65, 85, 80 = Aspect ratio in percent (%) – Ratio of section height to section width of tire, or 10.5 = Section width in inches (in) R = Construction code – R means radial construction, or –...
Page 498 496 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: H = Speed Symbol – A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions – The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions, and posted speed limits) Load Identification:...
Page 499: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 497 Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall Tire Identification Number (TIN) tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 500: Tire Terminology And Definitions
498 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) – 01 means the year 2001 – Prior to July 2000, tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured.
Page 501 STARTING AND OPERATING 499 Term Definition Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire. The maximum inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall. Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pres- Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation pressure sure as shown on the tire placard.
Page 502: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
500 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Example Tire Placard Location (Door)
Page 503 STARTING AND OPERATING 501 Tire And Loading Information Placard Example Tire Placard Location (B-Pillar) Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle. 2. Total weight your vehicle can carry.
Page 504 502 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 505 STARTING AND OPERATING 503 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 506 504 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 507: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 505 • Ride Comfort WARNING! Safety Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and WARNING! increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never •...
Page 508: Tire Inflation Pressures
506 STARTING AND OPERATING Economy WARNING! (Continued) Under-inflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle resulting in higher fuel consumption. to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
Page 509 STARTING AND OPERATING 507 At least once a month: 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the • Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire side- pocket-type pressure gauge.
Page 510: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
508 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) WARNING! during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pressure build up or your tire pressure will be too low. High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous.
Page 511: Tire Types
STARTING AND OPERATING 509 Tire Repair Tire Types If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it All Season Tires — If Equipped meets the following criteria: All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (spring, • The tire has not been driven on when flat. summer, fall and winter).
Page 512 510 STARTING AND OPERATING Summer tires do not contain the all season designation or Snow Tires mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may during the winter.
Page 513: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 511 While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid See the tire pressure monitoring section for more infor- and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be mation. poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- Spare Tires —...
Page 514 512 STARTING AND OPERATING equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equip- of your vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled rotation for your vehicle.
Page 515 STARTING AND OPERATING 513 Full Size Spare — If Equipped your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. first opportunity. This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Page 516: Tire Spinning
514 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or to help you in determining when your tires should be for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- replaced.
Page 517: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 515 These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread • Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth higher, and summer tires typically have a reduced becomes 1/16”...
Page 518 516 STARTING AND OPERATING wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu- you may have on tire specifications or capability. Failure facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva- to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect lent to the originals in size, quality and performance the safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle.
Page 519: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
STARTING AND OPERATING 517 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) WARNING! (Continued) Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard capacity, other than what was originally equipped against damage.
Page 520: Tire Rotation Recommendations
518 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the tions on the method of installation, operating following precautions: speed, and conditions for use. Always use the •...
Page 521 STARTING AND OPERATING 519 type tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to main- tain mud, snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth, quiet ride. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. More frequent rotation is permis- sible if desired.
Page 522 520 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warn threshold for any reason, including low temperature the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle effects, or natural pressure loss through the tire.
Page 523 STARTING AND OPERATING 521 For example, your vehicle has a recommended cold CAUTION! (parked for more than three hours) tire placard pressure of 33 psi (227 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F • The TPMS has been optimized for the original (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 28 psi (193 kPa), equipment tires and wheels.
Page 524: Premium System
522 STARTING AND OPERATING Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire CAUTION! (Continued) tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and • After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, stopping ability. always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will •...
Page 525: Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 523 monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted to each The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) consists of the wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure following components: readings to the Receiver Module. • Receiver Module •...
Page 526 524 STARTING AND OPERATING value(s) with the low tire(s) displayed in a different color. Should a low tire condition occur on any of the four Refer to “Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Under- active road tire(s), you should stop as soon as possible, standing Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 527: Service Tpm System Warning
STARTING AND OPERATING 525 1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to SERVICE TPM SYSTEM Warning facilities emitting the same Radio Frequencies as the The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on TPM sensors. and off for 75 seconds, and remain on solid when a system fault is detected.
Page 528: General Information
526 STARTING AND OPERATING However, the system still needs to be serviced as long as on solid, and the DID will display a SERVICE TPM the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message exists. SYSTEM message for five seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value. Once you repair NOTE: There is no tire pressure monitoring sensor in the or replace the original road tire, and reinstall it on the spare tire.
Page 529: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 527 • This device must accept any interference received, of premium gasoline is not recommended, as it will not including interference that may cause undesired op- provide any benefit over regular gasoline in these eration. engines. The TPM sensors are regulated under one of the follow- 5.7L Engine —...
Page 530: Reformulated Gasoline
528 STARTING AND OPERATING as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline line. Properly blended reformulated gasoline will pro- before considering service for the vehicle. vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components.
Page 531: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 529 Problems that result from using gasoline containing To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol E-85 perform the following: are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may •...
Page 532: Materials Added To Fuel
530 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 533: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 531 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 534: Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) - If Equipped
532 STARTING AND OPERATING subjects that are unique to these vehicles. Please refer to WARNING! (Continued) the other sections of this manual for information on • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- features that are common between Flexible Fuel and tenance.
Page 535: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
STARTING AND OPERATING 533 WARNING! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury. Never have any smok- ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov- ing the fuel filler tube cap (gas cap) or filling the tank.
Page 536: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
534 STARTING AND OPERATING When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: engine. To eliminate driveability issues that may be caused by these deposits, a supplemental gasoline • You do not add less than 5 gallons (19 Liters) when additive, such as MOPAR®...
Page 537: Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 535 Starting Replacement Parts The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In the designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure range of 0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), you may experience an that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- increase in the time it takes for your engine to start, and...
Page 538: Adding Fuel
536 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located under the headlamp switch). Fuel Filler Door NOTE: In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel door from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on the fuel door to break the ice buildup and re-release the fuel Fuel Filler Door Release Switch door using the inside release button.
Page 539 STARTING AND OPERATING 537 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the • Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel pipe seals the system. nozzle. 4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe, the •...
Page 540: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release
538 STARTING AND OPERATING Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release WARNING! If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the filler door emergency release. vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is 1.
Page 541: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 539 VEHICLE LOADING Certification Label As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar. This label contains the month and year of manufacture, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Page 542 540 STARTING AND OPERATING rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so Tire Size GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded. The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires Payload must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.
Page 543 STARTING AND OPERATING 541 values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a specified weight limitations are met. Store the heavier commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed added.
Page 544: Trailer Towing
542 STARTING AND OPERATING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle TRAILER TOWING Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for In this section you will find safety tips and information further information. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
Page 545 STARTING AND OPERATING 543 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! you use a standard weight-carrying hitch, you could It is important that you do not exceed the maximum lose control of your vehicle and cause a collision. front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded.
Page 546 544 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Sway Control Weight-Distributing Hitch The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tion associated with the telescoping motion to dampen...
Page 547: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 545 Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions WARNING! Class Max. Trailer Hitch • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch Industry Standards system may reduce handling, stability, braking Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) performance, and could result in a collision. Class II - Medium Duty 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) •...
Page 548: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
546 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain: Max. GTW (Gross Max. Trailer Tongue Engine Model Frontal Area Trailer Wt.) Wt. (See Note) 3.6L 55 sq ft (5.11 sq m) 6,200 lbs (2 812 kg)
Page 549: Trailer Hitch Receiver Cover Removal (Summit Models) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 547 NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as NOTE: Use a suitable tool such as a coin in the slot of the part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and locking retainer if needed for added leverage. should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
Page 550: Trailer And Tongue Weight
548 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Pull the bottom of the cover outward (towards you), NOTE: Be sure to engage all tabs of the hitch receiver pull downwards to disengage the tabs located at the cover in the bumper fascia prior to installation. top of the hitch receiver cover.
Page 551: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 549 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 “Tire Safety Information/Tire and Loading In- formation Placard”...
Page 552 550 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a • Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and will not shift during travel.
Page 553 STARTING AND OPERATING 551 Towing Requirements — Tires WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a spare tire. grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle.
Page 554 552 STARTING AND OPERATING tire replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a CAUTION! higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limits. If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they Towing Requirements —...
Page 555 STARTING AND OPERATING 553 • Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 1,653 lbs (750 kg). 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 556: Towing Tips
554 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing.
Page 557 STARTING AND OPERATING 555 Paddle Shift Mode • Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to maximize fuel efficiency. • When using the Paddle Shift switches, select the highest gear that allows for adequate performance and Cooling System avoids frequent downshifts.
Page 558: Snow Plow
556 STARTING AND OPERATING SNOW PLOW Snow plows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment should not be added to the front end of your vehicle. The airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the front end structure. The airbags could deploy unexpect- edly or could fail to deploy during a collision.
Page 559: Recreational Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 557 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Four-Wheel Drive Four-Wheel Drive Wheels OFF the Two-Wheel Drive Towing Condition Models Without Models With 4–LO Ground Models 4–LO Range Range Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED See Instructions •...
Page 560: Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
558 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Recreational Towing – Two-Wheel Drive Models DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain • When recreationally towing your vehicle, always fol- will result. low applicable state and provincial laws. Contact state and provincial Highway Safety offices for additional Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is details.
Page 561: Recreational Towing - Quadra-Trac I® (Single-Speed Transfer Case) Four-Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 559 6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for tow- CAUTION! ing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position. Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- CAUTION! ments can cause severe transmission and/or transfer case damage.
Page 562 560 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re- • DO NOT dolly tow any 4WD vehicle. Towing with quirements can cause severe transmission and/or only one set of wheels on the ground (front or rear) transfer case damage.
Page 563 STARTING AND OPERATING 561 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, with the engine WARNING! (Continued) running. position disengages both the front and rear drive- 2. Press and hold the brake pedal. shafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to roll, even if the transmission is in PARK.
Page 564 562 STARTING AND OPERATING 9. Shift the transmission back into NEUTRAL. 10. With the transmission and transfer case in NEU- TRAL, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button until the engine turns off. Turning the engine off will automatically place the transmission in PARK.
Page 565 STARTING AND OPERATING 563 NOTE: • If the vehicle is equipped with Quadra-Lift™ air suspension, the engine should be started and left • Steps 1 through 4 are requirements that must be met running for a minimum of 60 seconds (with all the before pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must doors closed) at least once every 24 hours.
Page 566 564 STARTING AND OPERATING 6. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, press and hold 7. When the NEUTRAL (N) indicator light turns off, the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL (N) button (lo- release the NEUTRAL (N) button. After the NEU- cated by the selector switch) for one second.
Page 567 STARTING AND OPERATING 565 NOTE: • Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met before pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must continue to be met until the shift has been completed. If any of these requirements are not met before press- ing the NEUTRAL (N) button or are no longer met during the shift, the NEUTRAL (N) indicator light will flash continuously until all requirements are met or...
Page 569 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...568 ▫ Road Tire Installation ....581 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 570: Hazard Warning Flashers
568 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the switch bank just above the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 571: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 569 • 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 572: Torque Specifications
570 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 573: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 571 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 574: Jack Location
572 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 575: Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 573 NOTE: The funnel for the Cap-Less Fuel System is Preparations For Jacking located on top of the spare tire. If your vehicle is out of fuel and an auxiliary fuel can is needed, insert the funnel CAUTION! into the filler neck and proceed to fill the vehicle.
Page 576 574 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or 6. Block both the front and rear of the slippery surfaces. wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position. For example, if WARNING! changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel.
Page 577: Jacking Instructions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 575 Jacking Instructions WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If help prevent personal injury or damage to your you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a vehicle:...
Page 578 576 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Warning Label CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle. Jack And Tool Assembly 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and tools from storage. 2.
Page 579 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 577 Jacking Locations Lift Point Symbol On Sill Molding 4. For the front axle, place the jack on the body flange just behind the front tire as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged.
Page 580 578 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Front Jacking Location Lift Point Symbol On Sill Molding 5. For a rear tire, place the jack in the slot on the rear tie-down bracket, just forward of the rear tire (as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding).
Page 581 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 579 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. 7. Remove the lug nuts and wheel. 8.
Page 582 580 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw counter- clockwise, and remove the jack and wheel blocks. 10. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage.
Page 583: Road Tire Installation
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 581 WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immediately.
Page 584: Jump-Starting
582 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING WARNING! If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster been lowered.
Page 585: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 583 NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and precautions. Preparations For Jump-Start The battery in your vehicle is located under the passen- ger’s front seat. There are remote locations located under the hood to assist in jump-starting.
Page 586 584 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- WARNING! cal accessories. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the (+) battery post.
Page 587: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 585 Connecting The Jumper Cables Jump-Starting Procedure 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the WARNING! remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could 2.
Page 588 586 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster 4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then cable from the remote positive (+) post of the dis- start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged charged vehicle.
Page 589: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 587 NOTE: Press the ESC Off switch (if necessary), to place FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it Off mode, before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Elec- can often be moved using a rocking motion.
Page 590: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
588 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- may lead to transmission overheating and failure. ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or It can also damage the tires.
Page 591: Manual Park Release
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 589 MANUAL PARK RELEASE WARNING! WARNING! • Do not use a chain for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury or death. Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the • Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow parking brake, before activating the Manual Park hooks.
Page 592 590 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Open the center console and locate the Manual Park 3. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, push the metal Release cover, remove it by snapping the cover away latch in towards the tether strap. from the console hinges.
Page 593 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 591 4. While the metal latch is in the open position, simulta- CAUTION! neously pull upwards on the tether strap until the lever clicks and latches in the released position. The Closing the armrest while the Manual Park Release is transmission is now out of PARK and the vehicle can activated may damage the Manual Park Release be moved.
Page 594 592 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES To Disengage the Manual Park Release Lever: 2. Once the tension has been released and the lever has been unlocked be sure it is stowed properly and locks 1. To disengage the Manual Park Release apply tension into position.
Page 595: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 593 NOTE: Vehicles equipped with Quadra-Lift™ must be TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE placed in Transport mode, before tying them down (from This section describes procedures for towing a disabled the body) on a trailer or flatbed truck. Refer to the section vehicle using a commercial towing service.
Page 596 594 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Towing Wheels OFF 2WD Models 4WD Models Condition the Ground Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable: See instructions in “Recreational • Transmission in NEUTRAL Towing” under “Starting and • 30 mph (48 km/h) max Operating”...
Page 597: Two-Wheel Drive Models
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 595 If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery is If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- discharged, refer to “Manual Park Release” in this section sion is operable, the vehicle may be towed (with rear for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: for towing.
Page 598: Four-Wheel Drive Models
596 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Four-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels Towing faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the 30 miles (48 km) with rear wheels on the ground can vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of vehicle raised and cause severe transmission damage.
Page 599 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 597 CAUTION! • Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when towing. • Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re- quirements can cause severe transmission and/or transfer case damage.
Page 601 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..601 ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ....610 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L ..602 ▫...
Page 602 600 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Front/Rear Axle Fluid ....640 ▫ Halogen Headlamps — If Equipped ..663 ▫...
Page 603: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 601 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator) 4 —...
Page 604: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
602 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Power Distribution Center 5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Fill 6 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator) 4 — Air Cleaner Filter 8 —...
Page 605: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 603 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 606 604 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when 2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part ready for testing.
Page 607: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 605 you may need to do nothing more than drive your DEALER SERVICE vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- system to update. A recheck with the above test routine nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Page 608: Maintenance Procedures
606 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! You can be badly injured working on or around a • Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per- motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you form repairs and service when necessary could have the knowledge and the proper equipment.
Page 609: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 607 Engine Oil CAUTION! Checking Oil Level Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check your engine.
Page 610 608 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Engine Oil Selection Identification Symbol For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only This symbol means that the oil has recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet been certified by the American the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 611 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 609 NOTE: MOPAR® SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to NOTE: Vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine must use Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®, SAE 5W-20 oil. Failure to do so may result in improper Shell Helix® or equivalent may be used when SAE 5W-20 operation of the Fuel Saver Technology.
Page 612: Engine Oil Filter
610 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Materials Added To Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Selection The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality the engine oil.
Page 613 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 611 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Removal WARNING! (Continued) 1. Release the spring clips from the air cleaner cover. for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) removed.
Page 614 612 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Lift the air cleaner cover to access the air cleaner filter. 3. Remove the air cleaner filter element from the housing assembly. Open Air Cleaner Filter Assembly Air Cleaner Filter 1 — Air Cleaner Cover 1 —...
Page 615: Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 613 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Installation Accessory Drive Belt Inspection NOTE: Inspect and clean the housing if dirt or debris is WARNING! present before replacing the air filter element. • Do not attempt to inspect an accessory drive belt 1.
Page 616 614 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE When inspecting accessory drive belts, small cracks that Conditions that would require replacement: run across ribbed surface of belt from rib to rib, are • Rib chunking (one or more ribs has separated from belt considered normal. These are not a reason to replace belt. body) However, cracks running along a rib (not across) are not normal.
Page 617: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 615 Belt replacement on some models requires the use of WARNING! (Continued) special tools, we recommend having your vehicle ser- over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid viced at an authorized dealer. splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme- Maintenance-Free Battery diately with large amounts of water.
Page 618: Air Conditioner Maintenance
616 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE the condenser fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension CAUTION! should also be checked at this time. • It is essential when replacing the cables on the WARNING! battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to •...
Page 619 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 617 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling HFO 1234yf CAUTION! — If Equipped Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning HFO 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydro- system as the chemicals can damage your air condi- fluorocarbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmen- tioning components.
Page 620 618 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not remove the A/C air filter while the ignition is in the ON/RUN position or personal injury may result. • Do not remove the A/C air filter while the blower is operating or personal injury may result. The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove compartment.
Page 621 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 619 2. There are glove compartment travel stops on both sides of the glove compartment door, partially close the glove compartment door and push inward to release the glove compartment travel stop on one side and repeat this procedure for the opposite side. 3.
Page 622 620 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Remove the filter cover by disengaging the retaining tab and mid way snap that secures the filter cover to the HVAC housing. Disengage the mid way snap by pulling the door outward. Unhinge the filter cover on the right side to fully remove the cover.
Page 623: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 621 6. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of 9. Push the door to the near closed position to reengage the housing. the glove compartment travel stops. 7. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter NOTE: Ensure the glove compartment door hinges and pointing toward the floor.
Page 624: Windshield Wiper Blades
622 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend- year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR®...
Page 625 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 623 Front Wiper Blade Removal/Installation CAUTION! Do not allow the wiper arm to spring back against the glass without the wiper blade in place or the glass may be damaged. 1. Lift the wiper arm to raise the wiper blade off of the glass, until the wiper arm is in the full up position.
Page 626 624 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. To disengage the wiper blade from the wiper arm, flip up the release tab on the wiper blade and while holding the wiper arm with one hand, slide the wiper blade down towards the base of the wiper arm. Wiper Blade With Release Tab In Unlocked Position 1 —...
Page 627 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 625 3. With the wiper blade disengaged, remove the wiper blade from the wiper arm by holding the wiper arm with one hand and separating the wiper blade from the wiper arm with the other hand (move the wiper blade toward the right side of the vehicle to separate the wiper blade from the wiper arm).
Page 628 626 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Gently lower the wiper arm onto the glass. Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation Installing The Front Wipers 1. Lift the rear wiper arm pivot cap away from the glass to allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off of the 1.
Page 629 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 627 Wiper Pivot Cap In Unlocked Position Wiper Blade In Folded Out Position 1 — Wiper Arm Pivot Cap 1 — Wiper Arm Pivot Cap 2 — Wiper Arm 2 — Wiper Arm 3 — Wiper Blade 2.
Page 630 628 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. To remove the wiper blade from the wiper arm, grasp the bottom end of the wiper blade nearest to wiper arm with your right hand. With your left hand hold the wiper arm as you pull the wiper blade away from the wiper arm past its stop far enough to unsnap the wiper blade pivot pin from the receptacle on the end of the wiper arm.
Page 631: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 629 5. Gently lower the tip of the wiper arm onto the glass. 4. Lower the wiper blade onto the glass and snap the wiper arm pivot cap back into place. Installing The Rear Wiper Adding Washer Fluid 1.
Page 632: Exhaust System
630 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- rating information can be found on most washer fluid aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts.
Page 633 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 631 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park • Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your over materials that can burn. Such materials might vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. be grass or leaves coming into contact with your In the event of engine malfunction, particularly exhaust system.
Page 634: Cooling System
632 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires systems can result in civil penalties being assessed disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic against you. testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Page 635 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 633 system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) by an NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant authorized dealer. Check the front of the A/C condenser properly.
Page 636 634 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Page 637 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 635 important that you use the same engine coolant (OAT • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- coolant conforming to MS-12106) throughout the life of ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant your vehicle. (antifreeze) solution.
Page 638 636 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom- WARNING! mended and can result in cooling system damage. If HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency, • Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) as soon as...
Page 639 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 637 engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek maintain the proper level, only OAT coolant that meets the emergency assistance immediately.
Page 640: Brake System
638 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (antifreeze) operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install needs to be added, the contents of the coolant expansion ONLY the correct type thermostat.
Page 641 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 639 With disc brakes, the fluid level can be expected to fall as WARNING! (Continued) the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check possible brake damage.
Page 642: Front/Rear Axle Fluid
640 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 643: Transfer Case
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 641 The front axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to Selection Of Lubricant 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m). Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintain- CAUTION! ing Your Vehicle”...
Page 644: Automatic Transmission
642 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Drain only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this First remove fill plug, then remove drain plug. Recom- section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain mended tightening torque for drain and fill plugs is 15 to the transmission fluid at the correct level using the 25 ft lbs (20 to 34 N·m).
Page 645 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 643 Special Additives Fluid Level Check The manufacturer strongly recommends against using The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require any special additives in the transmission. adjustment under normal operating conditions. Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the transmis- Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered sion has no dipstick.
Page 646: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
644 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid And Filter Changes extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi- tions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at underbody protection. the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle.
Page 647 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 645 Washing CAUTION! • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials hicle in the shade using MOPAR® Car Wash, or a mild such as steel wool or scouring powder that will car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with scratch metal and painted surfaces.
Page 648 646 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, Wheel And Wheel Trim Care touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and considered the responsibility of the owner.
Page 649 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 647 • For tough stains, apply MOPAR® Total Clean, or a CAUTION! mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes.
Page 650 648 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular CAUTION! cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Page 651 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 649 Glass Surfaces 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp with MOPAR®...
Page 652: Fuses
650 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES WARNING! WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap- periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. propriate replacement fuse with the same amp Damaged parts must be replaced immediately.
Page 653: Power Distribution Center
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 651 WARNING! (Continued) • If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air bag system, braking system), power unit systems (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system blows, contact an authorized dealer. Power Distribution Center The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment near the battery.
Page 654 652 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 60 Amp Yellow – Radiator Fan 40 Amp Green – Compressor for Air Suspension - If Equipped 40 Amp Green – Anti-lock Brakes/Electronic Stability Con- trol Pump 40 Amp Green –...
Page 655 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 653 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink – Passenger Door Module 20 Amp Blue – Engine Control Module 30 Amp Pink – Interior Lights #1 30 Amp Pink – Driver Door Module 30 Amp Pink –...
Page 656 654 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink – Power Inverter 115V AC - If Equipped 30 Amp Pink – Power Liftgate - If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Daytime Running Lights – 20 Amp Yellow Horn –...
Page 657 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 655 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 15 Amp Blue Additional Content (Diesel engine only) – 15 Amp Blue HID Headlamps LH - If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Purging Pump (Diesel engine only) – 15 Amp Blue Transmission Control Module –...
Page 658 656 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump Motor – 30 Amp Green Audio Amplifier – 15 Amp Blue HID Headlamp RH - If Equipped – 20 Amp Yellow Brake Vacuum Pump - If Equipped –...
Page 659 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 657 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Fuel Door – 15 Amp Blue Switch Bank/Instrument Cluster – 10 Amp Red Airbag Module – 10 Amp Red Airbag Module – 10 Amp Red Air Suspension – If Equipped / Trailer Tow / Steering Column Control Module –...
Page 660 658 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seats & Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped – 20 Amp Yellow Front Heated Seats - If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Climate Control / Driver Assistance Systems Module F100 –...
Page 661: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 659 VEHICLE STORAGE CAUTION! If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 • When installing the power distribution center days you may want to take steps to protect your battery. cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly You may: positioned and fully latched.
Page 662: Replacement Bulbs
660 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Glove Box Lamp Grab Handle Lamp L002825W5W Overhead Console Reading Lamps VT4976 Rear Cargo Lamp 214–2 Visor Vanity Lamp V26377 Underpanel Courtesy Lamps Instrument Cluster (General Illumination) Telltale/Hazard Lamp Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Headlamps (Low Beam) - If Equipped Premium Headlamps (Low/High Beam)
Page 663 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 661 Bulb Number Headlamps (High Beam) - If Equipped 9005 Premium Park/Turn Signal Lamp LED - (Service at Authorized Dealer) Premium Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) LED - (Service at Authorized Dealer) Front Fog Lamps Front Side Marker - If Equipped Premium Front Side Marker - If Equipped LED - (Service at Authorized Dealer) Front Park/Turn Lamp - If Equipped...
Page 664: Bulb Replacement
662 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Bulb Number Rear Body Side Tail Lamps LED - (Service at Authorized Dealer) CHMSL - Center High Mounted Stop Lamp LED - (Service at Authorized Dealer) NOTE: Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer. If a bulb needs to be replaced, visit your authorized dealer or refer to the applicable Service Manual.
Page 665: Halogen Headlamps - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 663 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the WARNING! bulb. A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of CAUTION! High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned ON. It may cause serious Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers.
Page 666: Front Fog Lamps
664 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! • Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, bulb with rubbing alcohol.
Page 667: Rear Tail, Stop, And Turn Signal Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 665 6. Firmly and evenly push the bulb straight into the lamp housing until both tabs snap firmly into place and are fully engaged. 7. Connect the wiring harness to the front fog lamp connector. Rear Tail, Stop, and Turn Signal Lamps 1.
Page 668: Rear Liftgate Mounted Tail Lamp
666 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Twist socket counter clockwise and remove from 5. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. lamp. 6. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the lamp assembly. Rear Liftgate Mounted Tail Lamp 1.
Page 669 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 667 Rear Liftgate Tail Lamps 1 — Auxiliary LED Tail Connector – Do Not Remove 5. Tail lamps are now visible. Rotate socket(s) counter 2 — Backup Bulb Socket clockwise. 6. Remove/replace bulb(s). 7. Reinstall the socket(s) 8.
Page 670: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)
668 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Rear License Lamp The center high mounted stop lamp is LED. Service at 1. The rear license lamps are LED. Service at Authorized Authorized Dealer. Dealer Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp...
Page 671: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 669 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 3.6L and 5.7L Engines 25 Gallons 94 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters 5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System* 3.6L Engine (MOPAR®...
Page 672: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
670 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 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, Penn- zoil®, and Shell Helix®.
Page 673 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 671 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Page 674: Chassis
672 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Use only Mopar® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Transfer Case –...
Page 675 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 673 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Power Steering Reservoir –...
Page 677: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .676 ▫ Maintenance Chart.....678...
Page 678 676 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change whichever comes first. indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for Severe Duty All Models scheduled maintenance.
Page 679 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 677 Required Maintenance Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for required maintenance. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter. • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
Page 680 678 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, and replace if necessary. Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your ve- hicle for police, taxi, fleet, off- road or frequent trailer towing.
Page 681 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 679 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Inspect transfer case fluid. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace the air conditioning filter. Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine).** Replace spark plugs (5.7L engine).** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Page 682 680 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change transfer case fluid. Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
Page 683 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 681 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 685 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .685 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
Page 686 684 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .691 TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....691 ▫...
Page 687: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 685 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 688: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
686 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and • Authorized dealer name 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 dealer service manager first.
Page 689: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 687 Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require In Mexico Contact: 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 690: Warranty Information
688 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service WARNING! contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only), manufacturer’s service contract.
Page 691: Mopar® Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 689 campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in MOPAR® PARTS 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 692: Publication Order Forms
690 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Diagnostic Procedure Manuals PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS 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 693 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 691 Call toll free at: Treadwear The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) 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 694 692 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 695 INDEX...
Page 696 694 INDEX About Your Brakes ......472 Transporting Pets ..... . .107 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 697 INDEX 695 Disposal ......636 Axle Fluid ......672 Anti-Lock Warning Light .
Page 698 696 INDEX Bulbs, Light ......112 Chains, Tire ......517 Chart, Tire Sizing .
Page 699 INDEX 697 Child Safety Locks ......34 Points to Remember .....637 Clean Air Gasoline .
Page 700 698 INDEX Door Locks ......31 Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ....476 Child-Protection Door Lock —...
Page 701 INDEX 699 Fails to Start ......424 Exterior Lights ......112 Flooded, Starting .
Page 702 700 INDEX Fluid Capacities ......669 Fuel ........527 Fluid Leaks .
Page 703 INDEX 701 Gasoline (Fuel) ......527 Passing ......177 Gasoline, Reformulated .
Page 704 702 INDEX Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ....649 Unlock Liftgate ......45 Interior Appearance Care .
Page 705 INDEX 703 Leaks, Fluid ......113 Hazard Warning Flasher ....568 Life of Tires .
Page 706 704 INDEX Turn Signal ......112 Memory Seats and Radio ....160 Vanity Mirror .
Page 707 INDEX 705 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ....527 Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ... .248 Odometer.......298 Operating Precautions .
Page 708 706 INDEX Door Locks ......32 Quadra-Trac ......440 Inverter .
Page 709 INDEX 707 Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ..560 Replacement Keys ......17 Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) .
Page 710 708 INDEX BeltAlert® ......51 Front Seat ......51 Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode .
Page 711 INDEX 709 SENTRY KEY® Speedometer......293 FCC General Information ....18 Starting .
Page 712 710 INDEX Sunglasses Storage ......247 Air Pressure ......505 Sun Roof .
Page 713 INDEX 711 Trailer Towing ......551 Trailer Weight ......546 Tread Wear Indicators .
Page 714 712 INDEX Operation ......359 Viscosity, Engine Oil ..... . .608 Screen Activated Features .
Page 715 INDEX 713 Windshield Wipers ......178 Wiper Blade Replacement ....622 Wipers, Intermittent .
Page 716 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into The antenna cable should be as short as practical this vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity and routed away from the vehicle wiring when pos- to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios sible.
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Jeep grand cherokee 2015 Owner's Manual

Introduction

! Introduction

! Rollover Warning

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

A Word about Your Keys

Sentry Key

Vehicle Security Alarm - if Equipped

Illuminated Entry - if Equipped

Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

THINGS to KNOW before STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ General Information

Occupant Restraint Systems

Engine Break-In Recommendations

Safety Tips

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Understanding Your Instrument Panel

Starting and Operating

Starting Procedures

Engine Block Heater - if Equipped

Automatic Transmission

Four-Wheel Drive Operation

Selec-Terrain™ - if Equipped

Quadra-Lift™ - if Equipped

On-Road Driving Tips

Off-Road Driving Tips

Power Steering

Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L Engine Only

Parking Brake

Brake System

Electronic Brake Control System

Tire Safety Information

Tires - General Information

STARTING and OPERATING ▫ Radial Ply Tires

Fuel Requirements

Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) - if Equipped

Adding Fuel

Vehicle Loading

Trailer Towing

Starting and Operating

Snow Plow

Recreational Towing - Quadra-Trac I® (Single-Speed Transfer Case) Four-Wheel Drive Models

Recreational Towing - Quadra-Trac

Quadra-Drive® II Four-Wheel Drive Models

Quick Links

Chapters

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