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Durango 2 0 1 6 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
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VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA features and equipment that are either standard or op- US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA tional on this vehicle.
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Owner’s Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls, Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC particularly those used for braking, steering, transmis- vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman- sion, and transfer case shifting.
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.
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.
8 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VIN. This number also appears on the Automobile Infor- mation Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against vehicle. Save this label for a convenient record of your operating procedures that could result in a collision, vehicle identification number and optional equipment.
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.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Rearming Of The System ....21 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .14 ▫...
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12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Programming Additional Key Fobs ..26 DOOR LOCKS ......33 ▫...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ..50 SAFETY TIPS ......109 ▫...
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four operating positions; three of which are labeled and will illuminate Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ON/RUN.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 dead. The emergency key is also for locking the glove box. You can keep the emergency key with you when valet parking. To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch at the top of the RKE Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Or Accessory On Message Upon opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind you to cycle the ignition to OFF. In addition to the chime, the ignition or accessory on message will display in the cluster.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the RKE Key Fob in or near the • Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the automatic vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and transmission into PARK or the manual transmis- do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped sion into REVERSE, apply the parking brake, turn...
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information SENTRY KEY The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthor- Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not need to be armed or activated.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 After placing the ignition to the ON/RUN position, the CAUTION! (Continued) Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a the immobilization system may result in a loss of bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it security protection.
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Customer Key Programming CAUTION! Programming RKE Key Fobs may be performed at an • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and authorized dealer. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- General Information tended.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED To Arm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: for unauthorized entry and the Keyless Enter-N-Go 1.
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Push the LOCK button on the exterior Passive Entry • Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF Door Handle with a valid Key Fob available in the position. same exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go — •...
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • 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.
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- tesy lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat” position (extreme bottom position). • The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat”...
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to Headlight Illumination On Approach “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” in “Things To This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”...
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Sound Horn With Lock NOTE: • The interior lights will turn off if you place the ignition This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the RKE Key Fob. This feature can be in the ACC or ON/RUN position while the Panic turned on or turned off.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 NOTE: 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. of the RKE Key Fob apart.
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over General Information (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: battery.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • Hood closed REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED • Liftgate closed This system uses the RKE Key Fob to start the • Hazard switch off engine conveniently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security.
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Remote Start Aborted — Liftgate Ajar WARNING! • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or • Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle To Reset confined area.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • The park lamps will turn on and remain on during NOTE: To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system Remote Start mode. will disable the one time push of the REMOTE START button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote •...
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped General Information When Remote Start is activated, the heated steering The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio wheel and driver heated seat features will automatically Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: turn on in cold weather.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks The power door locks can be manually locked from inside the vehicle by using the door lock knob. To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward.
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 If a rear door is locked, it cannot be opened from inside Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear the vehicle without first unlocking the door. The door Doors may be unlocked manually by raising the lock knob. To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with Automatic Door Locks —...
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36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child-Protection Door Lock Location Child-Protection Door Lock Function WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged (locked).
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock knob up (unlocked position), roll down the raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock window, and open the door with the outside door sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- handle.
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38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock From The Passenger Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE Key Fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automati- cally.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 If one of the vehicle doors is open, and the door panel NOTE: If the vehicle is unlocked, the liftgate will open switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors with the handle and no RKE Key Fob is required.
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40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Liftgate NOTE: This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the door handle LOCK button. With a valid Passive Entry RKE Key Fob within 3 ft (1.0 This feature can be turned on or off.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 NOTE: Do NOT grab the door handle, when pushing NOTE: the door 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.
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information WINDOWS The following regulatory statement applies to all radio Power Windows frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: The power window controls are located on the driver’s This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and door trim panel.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Auto-Down Both the driver and front passenger window switches have an “Auto-Down” feature. Push the window switch past the first detent, release, and the window will go down automatically. To cancel the “Auto-Down” move- ment, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch.
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44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To stop the window from going all the way up during the “Auto Up” operation, push down on the switch briefly. To close the window part way, lift the window switch to the first detent and release when you want the window to stop.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Window Lockout Button WARNING! The Window Lockout button on the driver’s door allows There is no anti-pinch protection when the window you to disable the window controls on the rear doors. To is almost closed.
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in Uconnect Settings, all doors will unlock when you push Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of the button on the liftgate. If Unlock Driver Door 1st pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the Press is programmed in Uconnect Settings, only the ears.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 WARNING! Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your pas- sengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. Power Liftgate —...
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48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The power liftgate may also be opened or closed by NOTE: pushing the LIFTGATE button located on the front • In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an overhead console. If the liftgate is fully open, the liftgate emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open can be closed by pushing the LIFTGATE button located the liftgate.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 • If the liftgate is not fully open, push the liftgate button NOTE: on the RKE Key Fob twice to operate the liftgate. • The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the •...
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Important Safety Precautions WARNING! (Continued) Please pay close attention to the information in this passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep section. It tells you how to use your restraint system the liftgate closed when you are operating the properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as vehicle.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 a vehicle with a rear seat in child restraints or belt- side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space positioning booster seats. Older children who do not between occupants and the door and occupants could use child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats be injured.
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Systems their seat belts. The Belt Alert feature is active when- ever the ignition switch is in the START or ON/RUN Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even position.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 BeltAlert Warning Sequence Change Of Status The BeltAlert warning sequence is activated when the If the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if vehicle is moving above a specified vehicle speed range equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) and the driver or outboard front seat passenger is un- unbuckles their seat belt while the vehicle is traveling,...
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54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver WARNING! or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with out- • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more board front passenger seat BeltAlert) is unbuckled the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until severe injuries in a collision.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 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.
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56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • A seat belt that is too loose will not protect you • A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a properly. In a sudden stop, you could move too far collision and leave you with no protection.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Pulling Out The Latch Plate Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle 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.”...
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58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the seat belt, push the red button on the buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the seat belt to retract fully.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate. 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing and the seat belt is no longer twisted.
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60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is WARNING! equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows • ONLY use a Seat Belt Extender if it is physically the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position without pushing or squeezing the release but- required in order to properly fit the original seat ton.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Position the lap belt snug and low below the abdomen and across the strong bones of the hips. Place the shoulder belt across the chest and away from the neck. Never place the shoulder belt behind the back or under the arm.
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62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt” in this section of straint Controller (ORC). Like the air bags, the preten- “Child Restraints.” The table below defines the type of sioners are single use items.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 sound as the seat belt retracts. Allow the webbing to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click.
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64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode WARNING! (Continued) Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it 12 years or younger, including a child in a rear- to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking facing child restraint.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work WARNING! (Continued) The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines • Do not use the Automatic Locking Mode to restrain whether the severity, or type of rear impact will require occupants who are wearing the seat belt or children the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy.
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66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • All occupants, including the driver, should not operate 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.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 US LLC dealer must reset the AHRs on the driver’s and WARNING! (Continued) front passenger’s seat before driving. Personally attempt- as loose cargo could contact the Active Head Re- ing to reset the AHRs may result in damage to the AHRs straint during sudden stops.
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Supplemental Side Air Bags WARNING! • Supplemental Knee Air Bags Deployed AHRs are not able to best protect you in all • Front and Side Impact Sensors types of collisions. Have deployed AHRs reset by an authorized dealer immediately.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 WARNING! • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel.
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70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • No objects should be placed over or near the air driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides bag on the instrument panel or steering wheel output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as because any such objects could cause harm if the...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration WARNING! (Continued) over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are some collisions, air bags won’t deploy at all. Al- not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should ways wear your seat belts even though you have air have deployed.
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72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Knee Impact Bolsters Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver driver and front passenger, and position the front occu- Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the pants for improved interaction with the Advanced Front steering column.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on the out- board side of the seatback’s trim cover. The inflating SAB deploys through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door. The SAB moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure occupants if they are not seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the SAB inflates.
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74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains SABICs may help reduce the risk of head or other injuries (SABICs): Located above the side windows. The trim to front and rear seat outboard occupants in certain side covering the SABICs is labeled “SRS AIRBAG”...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 The SABICs and SABs (“Side Air Bags”) are designed to WARNING! activate in certain side impacts and certain rollover • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right events. The Occupant Restraint Controller (“ORC”) de- termines whether the deployment of the Side Air Bags in Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains a particular side impact or rollover event is appropriate,...
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76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat belts (and child restraints where appropriate) are WARNING! (Continued) necessary for your protection in all collisions. They also • Relying on the Side Air Bags alone could lead to help keep you in position, away from inflating Side Air more severe injuries in a collision.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Side Air Bags deploy independently; a left side impact The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all rollover events. deploys the left Side Air Bags only and a right side The rollover sensing-system determines if a rollover impact deploys the right Side Air Bags only.
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78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on or all of the following may occur: your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in- structions for cleaning.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 • After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an Enhanced Accident Response System Reset authorized dealer immediately. Procedure In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System Enhanced Accident Response System functions after an event, the ignition switch must be In the event of an impact, if the communication network changed from ignition START or ON/RUN to ignition...
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80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the OFF position or in the ACC position, the air bag While the air bag system is designed to be maintenance system is not on and the air bags will not inflate. free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 If the Redundant Air Bag Warning Light comes on WARNING! intermittently or remains on while driving have an Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- authorized dealer service the vehicle immediately. ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags Maintaining Your Air Bag System to protect you in a collision.
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82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Event Data Recorder (EDR) WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder • It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the air (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in bag system yourself.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 These data can help provide a better understanding of Child Restraints the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times, including babies and children. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
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84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has WARNING! (Continued) a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety great that you could not hold the child, no matter Standards. You should also make sure that you can install how strong you are.
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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 Toddlers Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the height or weight limits of their child...
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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.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for WARNING! (Continued) as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height killed. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s allowed by the child seat. directions exactly when installing an infant or All children whose weight or height is above the child restraint.
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88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large For Booster Seats If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle. If the Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt child is using the lap/shoulder belt, check seat belt fit comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend periodically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 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...
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90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- (LATCH) 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.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Captain’s Chairs Second Row (6 Passenger) Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position 60/40 Second Row (7 Passenger) • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position •...
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92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH What is the weight limit (child’s weight 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until + weight of the child restraint) for using the combined weight of the child and the the LATCH anchorage system to attach child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Can two child restraints be attached Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with using a common lower LATCH two or more child restraints. If the center anchorage? position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to...
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94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 seat. To access them, pull the carpeted floor panel away from the seat back, this will expose the top tether strap anchorages. Top Tether Strap Mounting (Captain’s Chair) Locating Tether Anchorages — 3rd Row Pulling Down The Carpet Floor Panel To Access Top There are tether strap anchorages behind each Tether Strap...
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96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the anchorage. Forward-facing child restraints and some 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.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 WARNING! (Continued) • Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more than one child restraint. Please refer to Installing Child Restraints Using the LATCH Lower Anchor- ages in the section Installing Child Restraints for typical installation instructions.
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98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt, stow the seat belt, following the instructions below. See the section “Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt”...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 3. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt: restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- When using the LATCH attaching system to install a ing position.
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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.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Captains Chairs Second Row (6 Passenger) • ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor • 60/40 Second Row (7 passenger) Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
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102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit (child’s weight Weight limit of the Always use the tether anchor when using + weight of the child restraint) for using Child Restraint the seat belt to install a forward facing the Tether Anchor with the seat belt to...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
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104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE strap. See the section “Installing Child Restraints Using WARNING! (Continued) The Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to attach a seat frame or a tether anchorage. Only attach the tether anchor. tether strap of a rear-facing car seat to the tether 9.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage. You may need to move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchorage.
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106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE between the two posts. If not possible, lower the head restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the head restraint. 4. For the center seating position, route the tether strap over the seatback and headrest then attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 Top Tether Strap Mounting (Captain’s Chair) Top Tether Strap Mounting (60/40 Seat) 6. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the SAFETY TIPS limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. Transporting Passengers Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri- NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO mental and should be avoided.
110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas WARNING! (Continued) • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the WARNING! engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible. This light will illuminate with a Seat Belts single chime when a fault with the Air Bag Warning Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for Light has been detected, it will stay on until the fault cuts, frays, and loose parts.
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112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Floor Mat Safety Information WARNING! (Continued) Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your • Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area of already installed floor mats.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for proper closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With MIRRORS ......122 Memory Seat Only) —...
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116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Rear Captain Chairs — If Equipped..162 SEATS ......142 ▫...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 ▫ Automatic High Beam — If Equipped ..175 ▫ Lane Change Assist ....182 ▫...
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118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Cancel ......201 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED .
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ▫ Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) WITH MITIGATION — IF EQUIPPED ... .222 System ......235 ▫...
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120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ..248 ▫ Wind Buffeting ..... . .254 ▫...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 ▫ Rear Full Center Console — If Equipped ..266 REAR WINDOW FEATURES ....274 ▫ Rear Mini Center Console — If Equipped ..269 ▫...
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Outside Mirrors Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrors The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left, and right to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight for various drivers.
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124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the road. Some Uconnect Access services, including 9-1-1 and Assist, will NOT work without an operable 1X (voice/data) or 3G (data) network connection. NOTE: •...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 ASSIST Call NOTE: In case the 9-1-1 Call button is pushed in error, there will be a 10 second delay before the 9-1-1 Call The ASSIST Button is used to automatically connect you system initiates a call to a 9-1-1 operator.
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126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. You should be able to speak with the 9-1-1 operator Once the 9-1-1 operator opens a voice connection through the vehicle audio system to determine if with the vehicle’s 9-1-1 Call system, the operator additional help is needed.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never place anything on or near the vehicle’s signal to initiate an emergency call. To avoid inter- operable 1X (voice/data) or 3G(data) network and ference that can cause the 9-1-1 Call system to fail, GPS antennas.
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128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 9-1-1 Call System Limitations WARNING! Vehicles sold in Canada and Mexico DO NOT have 9-1-1 • Ignoring the Rearview Mirror light could mean you Call system capabilities. will not have 9-1-1 Call services. If the Rearview 9-1-1 or other emergency line operators in Canada and Mirror light is illuminated, have an authorized Mexico may not answer or respond to 9-1-1 system calls.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 • The vehicle’s electrical systems are not intact. WARNING! • The 9-1-1 Call system software and/or hardware are ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the damaged during a crash. road. Some Uconnect Access services, including 9-1-1 •...
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information Outside Mirrors Folding Feature This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. All outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved either Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) forward or rearward to resist damage.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 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, push the mirror select button for the mirror that you want to adjust.
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE. Outside mirrors will the optional Memory Seat Feature. Refer to “Driver then return to the original position when the vehicle is Memory Seat”...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF EQUIPPED The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to detect highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the rear/front/side of the vehicle.
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134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The BSM system detection zone DOES NOT change if When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will be momentarily illuminated in both outside rear view your vehicle is towing a trailer. Therefore, visually mirrors to let the driver know that the system is opera- verify the adjacent lane is clear for both your vehicle tional.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Sensor Location (Left Side Shown) BSM Warning Light The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three detection zones by illuminating the BSM warning light different entry points (Side, Rear, Front) while driving to located in the outside mirrors in addition to sounding an see if an alert is necessary.
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136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entering From The Side Entering From The Rear Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side of the vehicle. side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed of less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning light will be illuminated.
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138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, berms, etc. However, occasionally the system may alert on such objects. This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require service.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are WARNING! traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to adjacent lanes. help detect objects in the blind spot zones.
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140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Modes Of Operation turn signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime Three selectable modes of operation are available in the will also be sounded.
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Blind Spot Alert Off 2. The device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- When the BSM system is turned off there will be no eration of the device. visual or audible alerts from either the BSM or RCP systems.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
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144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward WARNING! (Continued) The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. control which could cause a collision and serious Push the seat switch forward or rearward. The seat will injury or death.
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Lumbar — If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats may also be equipped with power lumbar. The power lumbar switch is located on the outboard side of the power seat. Push the switch forward to increase the lumbar support.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature — If Equipped To fold the seatback to the flat load-floor position, lift the recline lever and push the seatback forward. To return to the seating position, raise the seatback and lock it into place.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) a collision, you could slide under the seat belt and Do not place any article under a power seat or be severely injured or killed. Use the recliner only impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to when the vehicle is parked.
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150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Press the heated seat button once to turn the HI WARNING! (Continued) setting ON. even at low temperatures, especially if used for • Press the heated seat button a second time to turn long periods of time.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start WARNING! (Continued) On models that are equipped with remote start, the • Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that heated seats can be programmed to come on during a insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
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152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Push the switch once to select HI-level heating. Push the switch a second time to select LO- level heating. Push the switch a third time to shut the heating elements OFF. When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes of operation.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Front Ventilated Seats — If Equipped WARNING! Located in the seat cushion and seat back are fans that • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin draw the air from the passenger compartment and move because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, air through fine perforations in the seat cover to help spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-...
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The engine must be running for the ventilated WARNING! seats to operate. The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- On models that are equipped with remote start, the pying a seat.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to reduce the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR. This system is design to reduce the risk of injury to the driver or front passenger in certain types of rear impacts.
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156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 • 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”...
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158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 NOTE: • The head restraints can only be folded downward using the Headrest button. The head restraints must be raised manually when occupying the third row. • Do not fold if there are passengers seated in the third row seats.
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160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Easy Access For Third Row Either side of the rear seat can be tumbled forward to allow passengers to easily access the third row seats. 1. Pull upward on the release lever to release the seat. Fold-Flat Second Row Seat NOTE: You may experience deformation in the seat cushion from the seat belt buckles if the seats are left...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 2. Tumble the seat forward using the pull strap located behind the seatback. Tumbled Second Row WARNING! Tumble Strap Do not drive the vehicle with the second row seats in the tumbled position. The second row seats are only (Continued)
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Captain Chairs — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) Fold-Flat intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third row seat. Failure to follow these instructions could The second row seats can be folded flat to carry cargo. result in personal injury.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Easy Access For Third Row Either side of the rear seat can be tumbled forward to allow passengers to easily access the third row seats. 1. Pull upward on the release lever to release the seat. Fold-Flat Second Row Seats NOTE: You may experience deformation in the seat cushion from the seat belt buckles if the seats are left...
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164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Tumble the seat forward using the pull strap located WARNING! behind the seatback. Do not drive the vehicle with the second row seats in the tumbled position. The second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third row seat.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 To Raise Rear Seat Fold the seat rearward and lock it into place. WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers.
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Third Row Both third row seats can be folded forward to increase the cargo area. To lower either seat pull on the release handle located on back of the seat and lower the seat using the pull strap located next to the release handle.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 NOTE: You may experience deformation in the seat DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED cushion from the seat belt buckles if the seats are left This feature allows the driver to store up to two different folded for an extended period of time.
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The memory seat switch is located on the driver’s door Programming The Memory Feature trim panel. The switch consists of three buttons: NOTE: To create a new memory profile, perform the • The (S) button, which is used to activate the memory following: save function.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 NOTE: To program your RKE Key Fobs, perform the following: • Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in 1. Cycle the vehicles ignition to the OFF position. PARK, but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a 2.
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memory Position Recall Driver Two Memory Position Recall • To recall the memory setting for driver two using the NOTE: The vehicle must be in PARK to recall memory positions. If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is not memory switch, push MEMORY button number 2 on in PARK, a message will be displayed in the Driver the memory switch.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 • The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the Easy Entry/Exit Seat driver seat position is less than 0.9 of an inch (22.7 mm) This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to forward of the rear stop.
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Reach under the hood from outside the vehicle, move the safety latch to the left and lift the hood. To open the hood, two latches must be released. 1.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 light switch controls the operation of the headlights, CAUTION! parking lights, instrument panel lights, cargo lights and To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to fog lights (if equipped). close it. Use a firm downward push at the front center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight CAUTION! switch clockwise. When the headlight switch is Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, on the parking lights, taillights, license plate steel wool or other abrasive materials to clean the light and instrument panel lights are also lenses.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Headlights On Automatically With Wipers Automatic High Beam — If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic Headlights, it The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control system also has this customer-programmable feature. When provides increased forward lighting at night by automat- your headlights are in the automatic mode and the ing high beam control through the use of a digital camera...
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE and other obstructions on the windshield or camera ignition is switched to the OFF or ACC position or the lens will cause the system to function improperly. parking brake is engaged. The headlight switch must be used for normal nighttime driving.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 NOTE: The headlight delay time is programmable through the Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings/Customer Programmable Features” in “Under- standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. Parking Lights And Panel Lights To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel lights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise.
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Interior Lights to its farthest position up until you hear a click. This feature is termed the “Parade” mode and is useful when Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front headlights are required during the day.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Lights-On Reminder Front Map/Reading Lights — If Equipped If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on The front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound when head console.
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 pushing the top pushed. corner of the lens.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 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.
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signals Lane Change Assist Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield Wiper Operation The windshield wiper/washer controls are located on the Rotate the end of the lever to one of the first four detent multifunction lever on the left side of the steering col- positions for intermittent settings, the fifth detent for umn.
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the “park” position. If the windshield wiper switch is turned off, and the blades cannot return to the “park” position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Windshield Washer Operation If the end of the lever is pushed while the wipers are in the off position, the wipers will operate for several wipe To use the washer, push on the end of the lever (toward cycles, then turn off.
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the This feature senses moisture on the windshield and windshield.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 • Low Ambient Temperature — When the ignition is NOTE: first turned ON, the Rain Sensing system will not • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the operate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position.
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN To unlock the steering column, push the lever downward (toward the floor). To tilt the steering column, move the This feature allows you to tilt the steering column steering wheel upward or downward as desired. To upward or downward.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The power tilt/telescoping steering column lever is located below the multifunction lever on the steering column.
190 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) Key Fob The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel to warm your hands in cold weather.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated WARNING! (Continued) steering wheel to operate. care when using the steering wheel heater. It may Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods.
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- right side of the steering wheel. tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 To Deactivate WARNING! A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally vehicle will deactivate the Electronic Speed Control with- set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
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194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will The drivers preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under- continue to increase until the button is released, then standing Your Instrument Panel”...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains continue to decrease until the button is released, then speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on the new set speed will be established.
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the ACC sensor detects a vehicle ahead, ACC will ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF EQUIPPED apply limited braking or acceleration (not to exceed the original set speed) automatically to maintain a Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving preset following distance, while matching the speed of convenience provided by cruise control while traveling...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 You can change the mode by using the Cruise Control WARNING! (Continued) buttons. The two control modes function differently. • The ACC system: Always confirm which mode is selected. • Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming vehicles, and stationary objects (e.g., a stopped vehicle in a WARNING! traffic jam or a disabled vehicle).
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) applied manually. An audible chime will sound when the brakes are released. You should switch off the ACC system: • When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, sleet, heavy traffic, and complex driving situations (i.e., in highway construction zones).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 NOTE: Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifications NOTE: You cannot engage ACC under the following to the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive conditions: Cruise Control and Forward Collision Warning System. •...
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate/Deactivate To turn the system OFF, push and release the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ON/OFF button again. At this Push and release the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) time, the system will turn off and the DID will display ON/OFF button.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 NOTE: ACC cannot be set if there is a stationary vehicle WARNING! in front of your vehicle in close proximity. Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system on Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. If you do when not in use is dangerous.
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The gear selector is removed from the Drive position. • The ignition is turned OFF. • The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control Sys- • You switch to Four-Wheel Drive Low. tem (ESC/TCS) activates. To Resume •...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen WARNING! speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h): The Resume function should only be used if traffic U.S. Speed (mph) and road conditions permit. Resuming a set speed •...
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204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase in 10 km/h increments until the continue to decrease in 5 mph decrements until the button is released.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 • When you use the SET - button to decelerate, if the Setting The Following Distance In ACC engine’s braking power does not slow the vehicle The specified following distance for ACC can be set by sufficiently to reach the set speed, the brake system varying the distance setting between four bars (longest), will automatically slow the vehicle.
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206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Distance Setting 3 Bars (Long) Distance Setting 2 Bars (Medium)
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 To increase the distance setting, push the Distance Setting — Increase button and release. Each time the button is pushed, the distance setting increases by one bar (longer). To decrease the distance setting, push the Distance Set- ting —...
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208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The vehicle will then maintain the set distance until: “BRAKE” will flash in the DID and a chime will sound while ACC continues to apply its maximum braking • The vehicle ahead accelerates to a speed above the set capacity.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 NOTE: The “Brake!” Screen in the DID is a warning for If the target vehicle does not start moving within two the driver to take action and does not necessarily mean seconds of your vehicle coming to a standstill, the ACC that the Forward Collision Warning system is applying with Stop system will cancel and the brakes will release.
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adaptive Cruise Control Ready WARNING! (Continued) When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed setting has these warnings can result in a collision and death or not been selected, the display will read “Adaptive Cruise serious personal injury.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 • 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).
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212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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”...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 “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.
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Service ACC/FCW Warning Towing A Trailer If the system turns off, and the DID displays “ACC/FCW Towing a trailer is not advised when using ACC. Unavailable Service Required” or “Cruise/FCW Unavail- Offset Driving able Service Required”, there may be an internal system ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane that is fault or a temporary malfunction that limits ACC func-...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 the vehicle is out of the curve the system will resume your original Set Speed. This is a part of normal ACC system functionality. NOTE: On tight turns ACC performance may be limited. Offset Driving Condition Example Turns And Bends When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the system...
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216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using ACC On Hills Lane Changing When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic lane in which you are traveling.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 Narrow Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they have moved fully into the lane. There may not be sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead.
218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Stationary Objects And Vehicles General Information ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary This vehicle has systems that operate on radio frequency vehicles. For example, ACC will not react in situations that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications where the vehicle you are following exits your lane and Commission (FCC) rules and with Industry Canada...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control WARNING! Mode In the normal Cruise Control mode, the system will In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, a Normal not react to vehicles ahead. In addition, the proximity (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control mode is available warning does not activate and no alarm will sound for cruising at fixed speeds.
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220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Once a speed has been set a message (CRUISE CON- U.S. Speed (mph) TROL SET TO MPH/KM) will appear indicating what • Pushing the SET + button once will result in a 1 mph speed was set.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 To Decrease Speed Metric Speed (km/h) • Pushing the SET - button once will result in a 1 km/h When the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control is set, you can decrease speed by pushing the SET - button. decrease in set speed.
222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control Sys- • The ignition is turned off. tem (ESC/TCS) activates. • You engage Four-Wheel Drive Low. • The vehicle parking brake is applied. • The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) On/Off button is •...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 NOTE: FCW monitors the information from the forward Warning with Mitigation event stops the vehicle com- looking sensors as well as the Electronic Brake Controller pletely, the system will hold the vehicle at a standstill for (EBC), to calculate the probability of a forward collision.
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • The minimum speed for FCW activation is 1 mph Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to (2 km/h). avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect • The FCW alerts may be triggered on objects other than every type of potential collision.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 To turn the FCW system back ON, press the forward system to warn the driver of a possible collision with the collision button again to turn the system ON. vehicle in front using audible/visual warnings and it applies autonomous braking.
226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Changing the Active Braking status to “Off” prevents FCW Limited Warning the system from providing autonomous braking, or If the DID displays “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality” additional brake support if the driver is not braking or “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front Wind- adequately in the event of a potential frontal collision.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 • Automatic brakes will not be available if there is a PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED faulted condition detected with the ParkSense Park Assist system or the Braking System Module. The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual •...
228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The automatic braking function is intended to assist the ParkSense can be active only when the gear selector is in driver in avoiding possible collisions with detected ob- REVERSE. If ParkSense is enabled at this gear selector stacles when backing up in REVERSE gear.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 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 System. Refer to Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
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230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If an obstacle is detected in the left and/or right rear region, the display will show a single arc in the left and/or right rear region and the system will produce a tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, 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.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 Slow Tone Fast Tone...
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232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Continuous Tone 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:...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 WARNING ALERTS Rear Greater 79-59 in 59-47 in 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than than Distance (150-100 (150-120 (120-100 (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in 79 in (in/cm) (30 cm) (200 cm) Audible None Single 1/2...
234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: ParkSense will reduce the volume of the radio, if When the ParkSense switch is pushed to dis- on, when the system is sounding an audio tone. able the system, the instrument cluster will display the “PARKSENSE OFF”...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System If “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SEN- SORS” appears in the Driver Information Display (DID) During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense Rear Park make sure the outer surface and the underside of the rear Assist System has detected a faulted condition, the fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt instrument cluster will actuate a single chime, once per...
236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • ParkSense, when on, will reduce the volume of the ParkSense System Usage Precautions radio when it is sounding a tone. NOTE: • Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking care not • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, to scratch or damage them.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — CAUTION! IF EQUIPPED • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable to Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles. Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever...
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238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera When enabled, active guide lines are overlaid on the delay turned ON), the rear view image with dynamic image to illustrate the width of the vehicle and its grid lines will be displayed for up to 10 seconds after projected backup path based on the steering wheel shifting out of REVERSE unless the forward vehicle...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 WARNING! CAUTION! • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only be Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always used as a parking aid. The ParkView camera is check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to unable to view every obstacle or object in your check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob-...
240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE Front Map/Reading Lights — If Equipped The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light and storage for sunglasses. Universal Garage Door can be turned on by pushing the switch on either side of Opener (HomeLink), power liftgate and power sunroof the console.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 To turn the lights off, push the switch a second time. The Courtesy Lights lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights will The courtesy lights can be turned on by pushing the top also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE is corner of the lens.
242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunglasses Bin Door GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED At the front of the console a compartment is provided for HomeLink replaces up to three remote controls (hand- the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The storage compart- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage ment access is a “push/push”...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 HomeLink Buttons/Overhead Consoles HomeLink Buttons/Sunvisor NOTE: HomeLink is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active.
244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Before You Begin Programming HomeLink NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. programming HomeLink for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 1. Place the ignition in the ON/RUN position. 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in view. 3.
246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 • To program the two remaining HomeLink buttons, 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in view.
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248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Canadian/Gate Operator Programming 3. Continue to push and hold the HomeLink button, while you push and release (“cycle”) your hand-held For programming transmitters in Canada/United States transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink has that require the transmitter signals to “time-out”...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 • To program the two remaining HomeLink buttons, Using HomeLink repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT To operate, press and release the programmed HomeLink erase the channels. button. Activation will now occur for the trained device If you unplugged the garage door opener/device for (i.e., garage door opener, gate operator, security system, programming, plug it back in at this time.
250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Troubleshooting Tips WARNING! If you are having trouble programming HomeLink, here Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- are some of the most common solutions: ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while •...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 General Information WARNING! (Continued) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and • Your motorized door or gate will open and close with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). while you are programming the universal trans- Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ceiver.
252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or visors on the overhead console. with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 Closing Sunroof — Express WARNING! (Continued) Push the switch forward and release it within one-half • Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. second and the sunroof will close automatically from any Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any position.
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result Wind Buffeting in Pinch Protect reversals, Pinch Protect will disable and Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of the sunroof must be closed in Manual Mode. pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 Ignition OFF Operation 3. Push and hold the Close switch. The sunroof will hit the hard stop and move to the Vent position after 10 The power sunroof switch will remain active in Acces- seconds.
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To ensure proper operation a MOPAR knob and ele- ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS ment must be used. Your vehicle is equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp) power • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts outlets that can be used to power cellular phones, small electronics and other low powered electrical accessories.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 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. outlet located in the storage area of the center console. Front Power Outlet Front Center Console Outlet...
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258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If your vehicle is equipped with a rear full center console, The rear cargo power outlet is located in the right rear there is also a power outlet located in the lower storage cargo area.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 NOTE: The rear cargo power outlet can be changed to “battery” powered all the time by switching the power outlet right rear quarter panel fuse in the fuse panel from fuse location F90 to F91. Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 —...
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260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will To avoid serious injury or death: discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet prevent the engine from starting.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED The power inverter is designed with built-in overload protection. If the power rating of 150 Watts is exceeded, There is a 115 Volt, 150 Watt inverter outlet located on the the power inverter will automatically shut down.
262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS Rear Cupholders Rear Center Arm Rest Cupholders — If Equipped Front Seat Cupholders There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers located in the fold-down center armrest. located in the center console.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 Rear Full Console Cupholders — If Equipped The rear full console cupholders are equipped with a light ring that illuminates the cupholders for the rear There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers passengers.
264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Mini Console Cupholders — If Equipped STORAGE Glove Compartment There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers located in the front of the rear mini console. The glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 Door Storage To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on the small latch located on the lid. Large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy access. Storage Compartment Latches Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the Door Panel Storage lower storage compartment.
266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Full Center Console — If Equipped The rear full center console contains both an upper and a lower storage area. Upper Storage Compartment Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the lower storage compartment.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 CAUTION! Remove any items stored in the console cupholders or devices with cords routing through upper storage area. Damage may occur to upper console lid and device cables when upper storage compartment is lifted forward.
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268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When lifted forward there is access to the lower storage lowered below fold flat seat plane and protect the arm- compartment. rest vinyl from damage when using the vehicle to haul cargo. Lower Storage Compartment NOTE: When the lower storage compartment is ac- Fold Flat Mode cessed it allows the armrest to flip forward for “fold flat...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 Open storage areas, or cubby bins with removable liners, Rear Mini Center Console — If Equipped are located rearward of the cupholders and in the lower An open storage area, or cubby bin with removable liner, front of the console.
270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CARGO AREA FEATURES Rechargeable Flashlight The rechargeable flashlight is mounted on the left side of the cargo area. The flashlight snaps out of the bezel when needed. The flashlight features two bright LED light bulbs and is powered by rechargeable lithium batteries that recharge when snapped back into place.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 To operate the flashlight, push the switch once for high, Cargo Storage twice for low, and a third time to return to off. There is a removable storage bin located on the left side of the rear cargo area.
272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped WARNING! NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to In a collision, a loose cargo cover in the vehicle could secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or cause injury.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 WARNING! (Continued) cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and use seat belts. • Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap.
274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES WARNING! (Continued) Rear Window Wiper/Washer • Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as pos- The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the multi- sible.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned the first detent for intermittent operation and to OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the “park” the second detent for continuous rear wiper operation.
276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! The crossbars and side rails are designed to carry weight Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must the heating elements: not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly •...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 Deploying the Crossbars Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumb screws at both ends of the crossbar. Roof Rack 1 — Side Rail 2 — Crossbar The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying Thumb Screw capacity of the vehicle.
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278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Remove the crossbar from the stowed position by sliding CAUTION! the crossbar towards the center of the roof. Repeat with crossbar on the opposite side. Be careful when handling the crossbars to prevent damage to the vehicle.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 Position the crossbars across the roof making sure the Slide the cross bar into to the deploy position by moving letters on the crossbars align with the matching letters on it towards the matching letter in the side rail. Be sure the the side rail.
280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Deploy and tighten the second crossbar to complete the Stowing The Crossbars deployment of the crossbars. Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumb screws at both ends. Slide the crossbar away from the matching letter to remove it from the deployed position.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 Crossbar Pivot Stowing Crossbars Then, position the crossbar along the correct side rail. Make sure the letters on the crossbar align with the matching letters on the side rail.
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282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Slide the crossbar outward, away from the center of the roof. The crossbar will nest fully within the side rail. Tightening Crossbar Repeat the procedure to stow the second crossbar on the opposite side. Crossbar To Side Rail Once the driver’s side crossbar is in place, tighten the thumb screws completely.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 • If any metallic object is placed over the satellite radio antenna (if equipped), you may experience interrup- tion of satellite radio reception. 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.
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284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Long loads that extend over the windshield, such the roof. If it is necessary to place the load on the as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with large roof, place a blanket or other protective layer frontal area should be secured to both the front and between the load and the roof surface.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Life Reset ....327 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..289 ▫...
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286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Buttons On The Touchscreen....343 ▫ Blu-ray Disc Player ....384 ▫...
290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Instrument Cluster...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 1. Tachometer CAUTION! • Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute Driving with a hot engine cooling system could (RPM x 1000). damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads 2. Speedometer “H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle •...
292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Fuel Gauge WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS • The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank IMPORTANT: The warning / indicator lights switch on when the Keyless Push Button Ignition is in the in the instrument panel together with a dedicated mes- ON/RUN position.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 Red Telltale Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check.
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294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Air Bag Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Air Bag Warning Light This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on during startup, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 Brake Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system reser- voir.
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296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- WARNING! ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on dangerous.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by The light also will turn on when the parking brake is turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- ON/RUN position.
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298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Engine Temperature Warning Light Red Warning What It Means Light Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condition. As engine coolant temperatures rise and the gauge approaches H, this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 Battery Charge Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Battery Charge Warning Light This light illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. If it stays on while the engine is running, there may be a malfunction with the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Oil Pressure Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light turns on.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 Transmission Temperature Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Transmission Temperature Indicator Light This light indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot. This may occur with severe usage, such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, safely pull over and stop the vehicle.
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302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a problem is detected while the engine is running, the light will either stay on or flash de- pending on the nature of the problem.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 Oil Temperature Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Oil Temperature Warning Light This telltale indicates engine oil temperature is high. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. Electric Power Steering Fail Warning —...
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304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Door Open Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Door Open Warning Light This indicator will illuminate when a door is ajar/open and not fully closed. NOTE: If the vehicle is moving there will also be a single chime. Hood Open Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 Liftgate Open Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Liftgate Open Warning Light This indicator will turn on when the liftgate is open. NOTE: If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single chime.
306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic System called OBD II that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON position before engine start.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 CAUTION! WARNING! Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal control system. It also could affect fuel economy and operating conditions.
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308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light — If Equipped The “ESC Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position, and when ESC is activated.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off. Low Washer Fluid Indicator Light —...
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310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Light The warning light switches on and a message is displayed to indicate that the tire pressure is lower than the recommended value and/or that slow pressure loss is occurring. In these cases, optimal tire duration and fuel consumption may not be guaranteed.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when operating properly.
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312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) sensor damage. Using aftermarket tire sealants may The TPMS has been optimized for the original cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and sensor to become inoperable. After using an after- warning have been established for the tire size market tire sealant it is recommended that you take equipped on your vehicle.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the igni- tion switch is placed in the ON/RUN position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and service is required.
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314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Service Forward Collision Fault Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Service Forward Collision Fault Indicator Light — If Equipped This telltale will turn on to indicate a fault in the Forward Collision Warning System. Contact your local authorized dealer for service.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 Service Adaptive Cruise Control Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Service Adaptive Cruise Control Light — If Equipped This light will turn on when the ACC is not operating and needs service. For further infor- mation, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)”...
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316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Service AWD Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Service AWD Indicator Light — If Equipped This telltale will turn on to indicate the All Wheel Drive (AWD) system is not functioning properly and that service is required.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 Green Telltale Indicator Lights Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light Green Telltale What It Means Light Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on.
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318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Turn Signal Indicator Lights Green Telltale What It Means Light Turn Signal Indicator Lights The instrument cluster directional arrow will flash independently for the LEFT or RIGHT turn signal as selected, as well as the exterior turn signal lamp(s) (front and rear) as selected when the multifunction lever is moved down (LEFT) or up (RIGHT).
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped Green Telltale What It Means Light Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. Electronic Speed Control Set Indicator Light — If Equipped Green Telltale What It Means Light...
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320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Distance Setting Display Light — If Equipped Green Telltale What It Means Light Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Distance Setting Display Light This will display the distance setting for the ACC system when the system is engaged. Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)”...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 Stop/Start Active Indicator Light — If Equipped Green Telltale What It Means Light Stop/Start Active Indicator Light — If Equipped This telltale will illuminate when the Stop/Start function is in “Autostop” mode. Sport Mode Indicator Light Green Telltale What It Means Light...
322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL White Telltale Indicator Lights Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Distance Setting Display Light — If Equipped White Telltale What It Means Light Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Distance Setting Display Light — If Equipped This light will turn on when the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is engaged. Refer to “Adap- tive Cruise Control (ACC)”...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 Blue Telltale Indicator Lights High Beam Indicator Light Blue Telltale What It Means Light High Beam Indicator Light This indicator shows that the high beam headlights are on. Push the multifunction control lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the lever toward you to switch the headlights back to low beam.
324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID) The DID Menu items consists of the following: • Speedometer The Driver Information Display (DID) features a driver- interactive display that is located in the instrument • Vehicle Info cluster. • Driver Assist — If Equipped •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 • UP Arrow Button The system allows the driver to select information by pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering Push and release the UP arrow button to scroll wheel: upward through the main menu. •...
326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • OK Button • Gear Selector Status (PRNDL) • Selectable Information (Compass, Temp, Range to Push the OK button to access/select the information screens or submenu screens of a main menu item. Push Empty, Trip A, Trip B, Average Fuel Economy, Current and hold the OK button for two seconds to reset Fuel Economy) displayed/selected features that can be reset.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 • Five Second Unstored Messages condition that activated it remains active) and can be reviewed from the “Messages” main menu item. Ex- When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of amples of this message type are “Right Front Turn Signal message takes control of the main display area for five Lamp Out”...
328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Unless reset, this message will continue to display each NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you time you cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. To start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not turn off the message temporarily, push and release the reset.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 • Passenger Seat Belt Unbuckled • Tire Pressure Screen With Low Tire(s) “Inflate Tire to XX” • Traction Control Off • Service Tire Pressure System • Washer Fluid Low • Parking Brake Engaged • Oil Pressure Low •...
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330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Vehicle Not In Park • Doors Open • Remote Start Active Push Start Button • Liftgate Open • Remote Start Canceled Fuel Low • Hood Open • Remote Start Canceled Too Cold • Shift Not Allowed •...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 DID Selectable Menu Items Vehicle Info Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow but- tons until the desired Selectable Menu icon/title is Push and release the UP or DOWN highlighted in the DID. arrow button until the Vehicle Info icon/title is highlighted in the DID.
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332 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 are displayed in a Oil Life different color than the other tire pressure value.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 Fuel Economy Trip Push and release the UP or DOWN Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Fuel Economy Menu arrow button until the Trip icon/title is high- icon/title is highlighted. Push the LEFT or lighted in the DID, then press and release RIGHT arrow button to scroll the submenus, the LEFT...
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334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Stop/Start — If Equipped number of stored warning messages. Pushing the RIGHT arrow button will allow you to see what the stored messages are. Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Stop/Start icon/title Screen Setup is highlighted in the DID.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 • Screen Setup Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items Current Gear NOTE: Menus with (show/hide) can push the OK button to choose whether to show or hide this menu on • On the DID display. • Off (default setting) Upper Left Favorite Menus •...
336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Upper Right Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message — Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped • None This vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent Battery • Compass Sensor (IBS) to perform additional monitoring of the •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 When load reduction is activated, the message “Battery The electrical loads that may be switched off (if equipped), Saver On” or “Battery Saver Mode” will appear in the and vehicle functions which can be effected by load Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) or Driver reduction: Information Display (DID).
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338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Turning on all possible vehicle electrical loads (e.g. • The battery was used for an extended period with the HVAC to max settings, exterior and interior lights, engine not running to supply radio, lights, chargers, overloaded power outlets +12V, 115V AC, USB ports) +12V portable appliances like vacuum cleaner’s, game during certain driving conditions (city driving, tow-...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 After a trip: CYBERSECURITY • Check if any aftermarket equipment was installed Your vehicle may be a connected vehicle and may be equipped with both wired and wireless networks. These (additional lights, upfitter electrical accessories, audio networks allow your vehicle to send and receive infor- systems, alarms) and review specifications if any (load mation.
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340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to your WARNING! (Continued) vehicle systems may still exist, even if the most recent may increase the possibility for vehicle systems to version of vehicle software (such as Uconnect software) is be breached.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 Privacy of any wireless and wired communications can- not be assured. Third parties may unlawfully intercept information and private communications without your consent. For further information, refer to “Privacy Prac- tices – If Equipped with Uconnect 8.4 radio” in “All About Uconnect Access”...
342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 Buttons On The Touchscreen When making a selection, press the button on the touch- screen to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the mode, press and release the preferred setting and make Uconnect display.
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344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Display with the “+” and “–” setting buttons on the touchscreen or by selecting any point on the scale between the “+” After pressing the “Display” button on the touchscreen and “–” buttons on the touchscreen. the following settings will be available.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 • Set Language in the Driver Information Display (DID), and navigation system (if equipped). The following selectable units of When in this display, you may select one of multiple measure are listed below: languages (English/Français/Español) for all display no- •...
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346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Voice Clock & Date After pressing the “Voice” button on the touchscreen the After pressing the “Clock & Date” button on the touch- following settings will be available: screen the following settings will be available: •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 Safety/Assistance RUN position and the transmission gear selector is in the REVERSE position. The mirrors will move back to their After pressing the “Safety/Assistance” button on the previous position when the transmission is shifted out of touchscreen the following settings will be available: REVERSE.
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348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ParkView Backup Camera Delay • Rain Sensing Auto Wipers When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera When this feature is selected, the system will automati- delay turned OFF), the rear camera mode is exited and cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture the navigation or audio screen appears again.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 • Steering Feel Options — If Equipped away. This gives you the most reaction time. To change the setting for more dynamic driving, select the Near The Steering Feel Options feature will allow you to adjust setting.
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350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Blind Spot Alert touchscreen, indicating that the setting had been selected. For further information, refer to “Forward Collision When this feature is selected, the Blind Spot Alert feature Warning (FCW) With Mitigation” in “Understanding The Provides alerts, visual and/or audible, to indicate objects Features Of Your Vehicle.”...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer to verify sensor Key Fob. To change the Illuminated Approach status, alignment. Having a sensor that is misaligned will result press the “Illuminated Approach” button and choose in the BSM not operating to specification. either 0 sec, 30 sec, 60 sec or 90 seconds.
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352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Auto Door Locks If Equipped” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further information. When this feature is selected, all doors will lock auto- • Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped matically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 Feature. To make your selection, press the “Flash Lights unlock with the first push of the Key Fob. Select “Driver” w/Lock” button on the touchscreen and select from “On” to have the only the driver door open with the first push of or “Off.”...
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354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Memory Linked to Fob — If Equipped Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start” This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to button on the touchscreen the following settings will be enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the available: vehicle.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 • Easy Exit Seats — If Equipped 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. Press the “En- When this feature is selected, the Driver’s seat will gine Off Power Delay”...
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356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Compass Calibration Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To compensate for the Press “Compass Calibration” on the touchscreen to enter differences the variance should be set for the zone where calibration.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 Audio press the “Speed Adjusted Volume” button on the touch- screen and select from “Off,” “1,” “2” or “3” buttons on After pressing the “Audio” button on the touchscreen the the touchscreen. following settings will be available: •...
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358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Phone/Bluetooth touchscreen, select the channels you would like to skip followed by pressing the back arrow button on the After pressing the “Phone/Bluetooth” button on the touchscreen. touchscreen the following settings will be available: • Subscription Information •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 • Clear Personal Data Restore Settings After pressing the “Restore Settings” button on the When this feature is selected it will remove personal data touchscreen the following settings will be available: including Bluetooth devices and presets. To remove personal information, press the “Clear Personal Data”...
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360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect Once the setting is complete, press the Back Arrow 8.4 Personal Settings button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu or press the X button on the touchscreen to close out of Press the “Apps”...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 the radio to activate the Display Brightness Day control point on the scale between the “+” and “–” buttons on the even though the headlights are on. touchscreen. • Display Brightness With Headlights ON NOTE: To make changes to the Display Brightness with Headlights OFF setting, the headlights must be off and When in this display, you may select the brightness with the interior dimmer switch must not be in the party or...
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362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Navigation Turn-By-Turn Displayed In Cluster — gation system (if equipped). Press the “Set Language” button on the touchscreen, then select the desired lan- If Equipped guage button on the touchscreen. When this feature is selected, To make your selection, press •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 • Fuel Consumption until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that setting has been selected. Select from: “MPG” (US), “MPG” (UK), “L/100 km” or • Show Command List “km/L.” • Pressure When in this display, you may choose to Always, With Help, or Never display the Teleprompter with possible Select from: “psi,”...
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364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Time Format time with GPS” button on the touchscreen until a check- mark appears next to the setting, showing that setting has This feature will allow you to select the time format been selected. display setting.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 • Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped • Paddle Shifters — If Equipped The Front Collision Warning (FCW) feature provides an When this feature is selected, the paddle shifters can be audible and/or visual warning to potential forward enabled or disabled.
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366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ParkSense appears next to setting, indicating that the setting had been selected. ParkSense will retain its last known con- The ParkSense system will scan for objects behind the figuration state through ignition cycles. vehicle when the transmission gear selector is in RE- •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 • Blind Spot Alert Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer to verify sensor alignment. Having a sensor that is misaligned will result When this feature is selected, the Blind Spot Alert feature in the BSM not operating to specification. Provides alerts, visual and/or audible, to indicate objects •...
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368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ParkView Backup Camera Delay • Rain Sensing Auto Wipers When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera When this feature is selected, the system will automati- delay turned OFF), the rear camera mode is exited and cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture the navigation or audio screen appears again.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 • Steering Feel Options — If Equipped press the “+” or “–” button on the touchscreen to select your desired time interval, and choose either 0 sec, 30 sec, The Steering Feel Options feature will allow you to adjust 60 sec or 90 seconds.
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370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Flash Lights With Lock on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. When this feature is selected, the exterior lights will flash • Auto Dim High Beams — If Equipped when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE Key Fob.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 Locks” button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark your selection, press the “Flash Lights with Lock” button appears next to setting, showing that setting has been on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to selected.
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372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks once the driver door is opened, the interior door lock/ unlock switch can be used to unlock all doors (or use When Driver Door is selected with 1st Press Of Key Fob RKE Key Fob).
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press the Auto-On Comfort — If Equipped “Personal Settings Linked to Key Fob” button on the After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort” button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to setting, touchscreen the following settings will be available: showing that setting has been selected.
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374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Engine Off Options Engine Off Power Delay status press the press the “+” or “-” button to choose from “0 seconds,” “45 seconds,” After pressing the Engine Off Options button on the “5 minutes,” or “10 minutes.” touchscreen the following settings will be available.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 • Equalizer • AUX Volume Offset — If Equipped This feature allows you to adjust the Bass, Mid and Treble This feature provides the ability to tune the audio level settings. Adjust the settings with the “+” and “–” setting for portable devices connected through the AUX input.
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376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Paired Audio Sources with only a few seconds left to play. To make your selection, press the “Tune Start” button on the touch- This feature shows which audio devices are paired to the screen, select “On” or “Off.” Phone/Bluetooth system.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 Press the “Subscription Info” button on the touchscreen will appear asking Are you sure you want to reset your to access the Subscription Information screen. settings to default?” select “OK” to restore, or “Cancel” to exit.
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378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL System Information iPod/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED After pressing the “System Information” button on the This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be touchscreen the following information will be available: plugged into the USB port, located in the lower section of the front integrated center stack, in front of the rotary •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 Connecting The iPod Or External USB Device Once the audio device is connected and synchronized to the vehicles iPod/USB/MP3 control system (iPod or Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external external USB device may take a few minutes to connect), USB device to the vehicles USB/AUX connector port the audio device starts charging and is ready for use.
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380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using This Feature Second Row USB Charging Port By using an iPod cable, or an external USB device to Second row USB connector ports can be used for charg- connect to the USB port: ing purposes only. Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external USB device to the vehicle’s USB charging •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 UCONNECT REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT (RSE) SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Your Rear Seat Entertainment System is designed to give your family years of enjoyment. You can play your favorite CDs, DVDs or Blu-ray Discs, listen to audio over the wireless headphones, or plug and play a variety of standard video games or audio devices.
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382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Place the ignition in the ON or ACC position. Getting Started • Screen(s) located in the rear of front seats: Open the • Your vehicle may be equipped with a Blu-ray Disc LCD screen cover by lifting up on cover. Player.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 RSE System Channel 1 (Rear 1) • With the Dual Video Screen System, Channel 1 (Rear 1) RSE System Remote Control Channel Selectors on the Remote Control and Headphones refers to Screen 1 (driver’s side) and Channel 2 (Rear 2) on the Remote Control and Headphones refers to Screen 2 (passenger side).
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384 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 Disc player is located in the center console.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 2. To watch a Blu-ray disc on Rear 1 for driver’s side rear passengers, ensure the Remote Control and Head- phone switch is on Rear 1. 3. To watch a Blu-ray disc on Rear 2 for passenger side rear passengers, ensure the Remote Control and Head- phone switch is on Rear 2.
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386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Touchscreen Radio is not highlighted select button to access controls for Screen 1/Channel 1 source. 2. RSE Power Press to turn RSE On/Off. 3. RSE Mute Mute rear headphones for the current ignition cycle. Pressing mute again will unmute rear headphones.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 6. Radio Full Screen Mode Using The Remote Control • Select an audio channel (Rear 1 for driver’s side rear Select this button to change to Full Screen Mode. screen and Rear 2 for passenger’s side rear screen), 7.
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388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Play Video Games Audio/Video RCA/HDMI Jacks (AUX/HDMI Jacks) on the side of each seat enable the monitor to display video Connect the video game console to the Audio/Video directly from a video camera, connect video games for RCA/HDMI input jacks located on the side of each seat.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 Play A DVD/Blu-ray Disc Using The Touchscreen Using The Remote Control Radio 1. Push the SOURCE button on the Remote Control. 1. Insert the DVD/Blu-ray Disc with the label facing as 2. While looking at Rear 1 or 2, highlight DISC by either indicated on the DVD/Blu-ray Disc player.
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390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Touchscreen Radio Controls 3. Press the 1 or 2 buttons on the touchscreen, the select source button on the touchscreen and then the DISC 1. Press the Media button on the Uconnect radio touch- button on the touchscreen in the MEDIA column.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 NOTE: Pressing the screen on the radio while a DVD or Blu-ray Disc Player Remote Control — Blu-ray Disc is playing, brings up the basic remote If Equipped control functions for DVD play such as scene selection, Play, Pause, FF, RW, and Stop.
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392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Controls And Indicators — Push to navigate menus. 1. Power — Turns the screen and wireless headphone 6. SETUP — Push to access the screen settings menu. transmitter for the selected Channel on or off. To hear —...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 12. ▪ (Stop) — Stops disc play. Replacing The Remote Control Batteries The remote control requires two AAA batteries for op- — Push and hold to fast rewind through the eration. To replace the batteries: current audio track or video chapter.
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394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 Controls NOTE: • 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.
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396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. When the Mode Selection menu appears on screen, Unwired Stereo Headphone Lifetime Limited use the cursor buttons on the remote control to navi- Warranty gate to the available modes and push the OK button to Who Does This Warranty Cover? This warranty covers select the new mode.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 through normal use, are specifically not covered (replace- a comparable model. THIS WARRANTY IS THE SOLE ment foam is available for a nominal charge). UNWIRED WARRANTY FOR THIS PRODUCT, SETS FORTH YOUR TECHNOLOGY IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY INJURIES EXCLUSIVE REMEDY REGARDING...
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398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 Listening To Audio With The Screen Closed desired channel. If the headphones are turned on, push the remote control’s power button to turn audio on. If To listen to only audio portion of the channel with the audio is still not heard, check that fully charged batteries screen closed: are installed in the headphones.
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400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DVD Region Codes Recorded Discs The Blu-ray Disc player and many DVD discs are coded The Blu-ray Disc player will play CD-R and CD-RW discs by geographic region. These region codes must match in recorded in CD-Audio or Video-CD format, or as a order for the disc to play.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 401 • 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.
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402 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Other compression formats such as AAC, MP3 Pro, Disc Errors Ogg Vorbis, and ATRAC3 will not play. The Blu-ray If the Blu-ray Disc player is unable to read the disc, a player will automatically skip the file and begin play- Disc Error message is displayed on the rear screen and ing the next available file.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 403 off the Rear Seat displays until a safe temperature is STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF reached. This shutdown is necessary to protect the optics EQUIPPED of the Blu-ray Disc player. The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel.
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404 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a Radio Operation push-button in the center and controls the volume and Pushing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the next mode of the sound system. Pushing the top of the rocker listenable station and pushing the bottom of the switch switch will increase the volume, and pushing the bottom will “Seek”...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 405 CD/DVD/Blu-ray Disc MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective coating To keep a CD/DVD/Blu-ray Disc in good condition, take removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, the following precautions: or have protection encoding.
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406 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Regulatory And Safety Information situations or environments, such as aboard airplanes. If you are unsure of restrictions, you are encouraged to ask USA/CANADA for authorization before turning on the wireless radio. Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and The radiated output power of the internal wireless radio with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 407 generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy CLIMATE CONTROLS and, if not installed and used in accordance with the The air conditioning and heating system is designed to instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio make you comfortable in all types of weather.
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408 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL General Overview Buttons On The Touchscreen Buttons On The Faceplate The buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the Uconnect system screen. The buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect screen. Uconnect 5.0 Automatic Temperature Controls — Buttons On The Touchscreen Automatic Climate Controls —...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 409 Button Descriptions (Applies To Both The Buttons On The Faceplate And The Buttons On The Touchscreen) 1. MAX A/C Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is ON. Performing this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator will turn off.
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410 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. AUTO Operation Button 6. Rear Defrost Button Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by Press and release this button to turn on the rear window adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Performing defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). this function will cause the system to switch between An indicator will illuminate when the rear window manual mode and automatic modes.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 411 NOTE: Pressing this button while in Sync mode will CAUTION! (Continued) automatically exit Sync. • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive 9. Passenger Temperature Control Down Button window cleaners on the interior surface of the window.
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412 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 11. Blower Control Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar area between the icons. Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air forced 12. Modes through the climate system. There are seven blower speeds available.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 413 • Bi-Level Mode 13. 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- 14.
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414 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 15. Driver Temperature Control Up Button Climate Control Functions Provides the driver with independent temperature con- A/C (Air Conditioning) trol. Push the button on the faceplate for warmer tem- The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator perature settings or on the touchscreen, press and slide to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning the temperature bar towards the red arrow button on the...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 415 • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position can be select Defrost mode and adjust blower speed if needed. adjusted to desired user settings. Pressing other settings will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch to the prior •...
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416 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) lead to excessive window fogging. The recirculation Automatic Operation feature may be unavailable (button on the touchscreen greyed out) if conditions exist that could create fogging 1.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 417 NOTE: Manual Operation Override • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings. The system allows for manual selection of blower speed, air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation control. The system automatically adjusts the temperature, mode, and blower speed to provide comfort as quickly The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by as possible.
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418 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) The rear ATC system has floor air outlets at the rear right side of the 3rd Row seats and overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating position. The system provides heated air through the floor outlets or cool, dehumidified air through the headliner outlets.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 419 Controlling The Rear Climate Controls From The Front ATC Panel The Three-Zone ATC system allows for adjustment of the rear climate controls from the front ATC panel. To change the rear system settings: • Press REAR button to change control to rear control mode, Rear display will appear.
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420 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Lock Pressing the Rear Temperature Lock button on the Uconnect touchscreen, illuminates a lock symbol in the rear display. The rear temperature and air source are controlled from the front Uconnect system. Rear second row occupants can only adjust the rear ATC control when the Rear Temperature Lock button is turned off.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 421 • Press the Rear Temperature Lock button on the Rear Blower Control Uconnect touchscreen. This turns off the Rear Tem- The rear blower control, located in the rear overhead perature Lock icon in the rear temperature knob. console, has an off position and a range of blower speeds.
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422 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Bi-Level Mode Rear Temperature Control To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle, Air comes from both the headliner outlets and the rotate the temperature control knob counterclockwise for floor outlets. cold air, and clockwise for heated air. NOTE: In many temperature positions, the BI-LEVEL Rear Mode Control mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the head-...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 423 Operating Tips Winter Operation Use of the air Recirculation mode during winter months NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for is not recommended because it may cause window suggested control settings for various weather condi- fogging.
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424 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The 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.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 425 Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions...
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426 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS Introducing Uconnect Start using Uconnect Voice Recognition with these help- ful quick tips. It provides the key Voice Commands and tips you need to know to control your Uconnect 5.0 or 8.4A/8.4AN system.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 427 Get Started All you need to control your Uconnect system with your voice are the buttons on your steering wheel. 1. Visit UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instruc- tions.
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428 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 429 Radio Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio stations you would like to hear. (Subscrip- tion or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial required.) Push the VR button . After the beep, say •...
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430 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect 5.0 Radio Uconnect 8.4A/8.4AN Radio...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 431 Media TIP: Press the Browse button on the touchscreen to see all of the music on your AUX or USB device. Your Voice Uconnect offers connections via USB, SD, Bluetooth and Command must match exactly how the artist, album, auxiliary ports (If Equipped).
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432 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Phone Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with Uconnect. When the Phonebook button is illumi- nated on your touchscreen, your system is ready. Check UconnectPhone.com for mobile phone compatibility and pairing instructions. Push the Phone button .
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 433 TIP: When providing a Voice Command, push the Phone button and say “Call,” then pronounce the name exactly as it appears in your phone book. When a contact has multiple phone numbers, you can say “Call John Smith work.”...
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434 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Voice Text Reply PRE-DEFINED VOICE TEXT REPLY RESPONSES Uconnect will announce incoming text messages. Push Okay. Where are you? I will be the Phone button and say Listen. (Must have com- <number> Are you there Call me.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 435 TIP: Voice Text Reply is not compatible with iPhone, but if your vehicle is equipped with Siri Eyes Free, you can use your voice to send a text message. Climate (8.4A/8.4AN) Too hot? Too cold? Adjust vehicle temperatures hands- free and keep everyone comfortable while you keep moving ahead.
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436 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIP: Voice Command for Climate may only be used to Navigation (8.4A/8.4AN) adjust the interior temperature of your vehicle. Voice The Uconnect navigation feature helps you save time and Command will not work to adjust the heated seats or become more productive when you know exactly how to steering wheel if equipped.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 437 TIP: To start a POI search, push the VR button . After Uconnect Access (8.4A/8.4AN) the beep, say: “ Find nearest coffee shop.” WARNING! ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the road. Some Uconnect Access services, including 9-1-1 and Assist, will NOT work without an operable 1X (voice/data) or 3G (data) network connection.
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438 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Uconnect Access is available only on equipped Voice Texting vehicles purchased within the continental United States, Roadside Assistance Call Alaska and Hawaii. Services can only be used where WiFi Hotspot*** coverage is available; see coverage map for details. **If vehicle is equipped.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 439 Register (8.4A/8.4AN) 2. Press the “Uconnect Care” button on the touchscreen. To unlock the full potential of Uconnect Access in your 3. A helpful Uconnect Care Agent will register your vehicle, you first need to register with Uconnect Access. vehicle and handle all of the details.
440 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Mobile App (8.4A/8.4AN) To link your internet radio accounts: You’re only a few steps away from using remote com- 1. Download the Uconnect Access App to your mobile mands and playing your favorite music in your vehicle. device.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 441 NOTE: Voice Texting (8.4A/8.4AN) • You can also complete this process on the web. Simply 1. To send a message, push the Phone button . After visit moparownerconnect.com log in and click Set Up the beep, say the following command: “Send mes- Via Mobile Profile (under Quick Links).
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442 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You must be registered with Uconnect Access and have a compatible MAP – enabled smartphone to use your voice to send a personalized text message. For details about MAP, visit UconnectPhone.com. Apple iPhone iOS6 or later supports reading incoming text messages only.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 443 TIP: Yelp (8.4A/8.4AN) • Voice Texting is not compatible with iPhone, but if Once registered with Uconnect Access, you can use your voice to search for the most popular places or things your vehicle is equipped with Siri Eyes Free, you can around you.
444 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIP: Once you perform a search, you can reorganize the SiriusXM Travel Link (8.4A/8.4AN) results by selecting either the Best Match, Rating or Need to find a gas station, view local movie listings, Distance tab on the top of the touchscreen display. 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 8.4AN...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 445 TIP: Traffic alerts are not accessible with Voice Com- Siri Eyes Free — If Equipped mand. If your vehicle is equipped with Siri Eyes Free, you can use your voice to send text messages, schedule meetings, set reminders, and more.
446 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic reply messages can be: General Information • “I am driving right now, I will get back to you shortly.” This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following •...
454 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if selector. present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat •...
STARTING AND OPERATING 455 Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated CAUTION! Key to briefly place the ignition in the START position Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter ing precautions are not observed: motor will continue to run, and it will disengage auto- •...
456 STARTING AND OPERATING Normal Starting To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button To Turn On The Engine Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button 1. Place the gear selector in PARK, then push and release the ENGINE START/STOP button. 1.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 457 4. If the gear selector is in Neutral, push and release the and START. To change the ignition positions without ENGINE START/STOP button with the vehicle speed starting the vehicle and use the accessories, follow these below 5 mph (8 km/h) before the engine will shut off.
458 STARTING AND OPERATING Extreme Cold Weather (Below –22°F Or −30°C) WARNING! (Continued) To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of engine has started, ignite and damage the converter an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- and vehicle. able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
STARTING AND OPERATING 459 2. Press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and Automatic Mode hold it. The Stop/Start feature is enabled after every 3. Push and release the ENGINE START/STOP button once. normal customer engine start. At that time, the system will go into STOP/START READY and The starter motor will engage automatically, run for if all other conditions are met, can go into a...
460 STARTING AND OPERATING • The vehicle is on a steep grade. The engine will shut down, the tachometer will move to the zero position and the Stop/Start telltale will illumi- • Cabin heating or cooling is in process and an accept- nate indicating you are in Autostop.
STARTING AND OPERATING 461 • 5 MPH threshold not achieved from previous Conditions That Will Cause The Engine To Start Auto- AUTOSTOP. matically While In Autostop Mode: • Steering angle beyond threshold. • The transmission selector is moved out of DRIVE. •...
462 STARTING AND OPERATING To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start System Information Display (DID)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. 3. At the next vehicle stop (after turning off the STOP/ START system), the engine will not be stopped. 4.
STARTING AND OPERATING 463 If the “SERVICE STOP/START SYSTEM” message ap- WARNING! pears in the DID, have the system checked by your Remember to disconnect the engine block heater authorized dealer. cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED electrical cord could cause electrocution.
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464 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure seriously or fatally injured. Children should be those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is or the transmission gear selector.
STARTING AND OPERATING 465 engine can be turned off. This helps the driver avoid CAUTION! 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- •...
466 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Economy (ECO) Mode When the Fuel Economy (ECO) Mode is engaged, the vehicle control systems will change the following: The Fuel Economy (ECO) mode can improve the vehicle’s overall fuel economy during normal driving conditions. •...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 467 speeds (refer to “Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock Sys- paddles mounted on the steering wheel). Pressing the tem” in this section). To shift past multiple gear ranges at shift paddles (-/+) while in the DRIVE range will manu- once (such as PARK to DRIVE), simply rotate the gear ally select the transmission gear, and will display the selector to the appropriate detent.
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468 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.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 469 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL is “OFF”, remove the key fob from the vehicle, if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If and lock the vehicle. The transmission is locked in your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the PARK, securing the vehicle against unwanted vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
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470 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: REVERSE (R) • Before moving the transmission gear selector out of This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into PARK, you must start the engine and also press the REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete brake pedal.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 471 When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as CAUTION! when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi- tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other while towing a heavy trailer), use the AutoStick shift reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause control (refer to AutoStick in this section for further severe transmission damage.
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472 STARTING AND OPERATING 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).
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STARTING AND OPERATING 473 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, it will operate earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has automatically, shifting between the eight available gears.
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474 STARTING AND OPERATING • The system will ignore attempts to upshift at too low It will remain in the selected gear until another upshift or downshift is chosen, except as described below. of a vehicle speed. • The transmission will automatically downshift as the •...
STARTING AND OPERATING 475 ALL-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION WARNING! Single-Speed Operating Instructions/Precautions Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a — If Equipped slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their This system contains a single-speed (HI range only) grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or transfer case, which provides convenient full-time all- personal injury.
476 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronically Shifted Transfer Case This electronically shifted transfer case provides three (Three-Position Switch) — If Equipped mode positions: • All-wheel drive automatic range (AWD AUTO) This is an electronic shift transfer case and it is operated by the AWD Control Switch, which is located on the •...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 477 When additional traction is required, the transfer case Panel” for further information. When you select a differ- LOW RANGE position can be used to lock the front and ent transfer case position, the position indicator lights rear driveshafts together forcing the front and rear will do the following: wheels to rotate at the same speed.
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478 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Before retrying a selection, make certain that all WARNING! (Continued) the necessary requirements for selecting a new transfer allow the vehicle to roll which may cause personal case position have been met. To retry the selection, turn injury.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 479 Because all-wheel drive provides improved traction, Neutral (N) there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping Neutral – This range disengages both the front and rear speeds. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. driveshafts from the powertrain.
480 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Procedure AWD Auto To Low Range NOTE: NOTE: When shifting into or out of LOW RANGE some gear noise may be heard. This noise is normal and is not • If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case detrimental to the vehicle or occupants.
STARTING AND OPERATING 481 • The ignition switch must be in the RUN position for a Alternate Procedure shift to take place and for the position indicator lights 1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop. to be operable. If the ignition switch is not in the RUN 2.
482 STARTING AND OPERATING An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better WARNING! view of the road, allowing you to anticipate problems. Do not drive in 4WD-LOW Range on dry pavement; They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as driveline damage may result.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 483 erode the streambed, causing your vehicle to sink into CAUTION! (Continued) deeper water. Determine exit point(s) that are downstream as a precaution, and check all fluids afterward. Driv- of your entry point to allow for drifting. ing through water may cause damage that may not be Standing Water covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
484 STARTING AND OPERATING Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand If you stall or begin to lose forward motion while climbing a steep hill, allow your vehicle to come to a stop In heavy snow, when pulling a load, or for additional and immediately apply the brakes.
STARTING AND OPERATING 485 Remember, never drive diagonally across a hill always After Driving Off-Road drive straight up or down. Off-road operation puts more stress on your vehicle than If the wheels start to slip as you approach the crest of a does most on-road driving.
486 STARTING AND OPERATING • After extended operation in mud, sand, water, or ELECTRIC POWER STEERING similar dirty conditions, have the radiator, fan, brake The electric power steering system will give you good rotors, wheels, brake linings, and axle yokes inspected vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability and cleaned as soon as possible.
STARTING AND OPERATING 487 NOTE: WARNING! • Even if the power steering assistance is no longer Continued operation with reduced assist could pose operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be Under these conditions there will be a substantial obtained as soon as possible.
488 STARTING AND OPERATING PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the gear selector in the PARK position. The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the park brake, firmly push the park brake pedal fully.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 489 NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the sion is placed in gear, the “Brake” Warning Light will parking brake. Always apply the parking brake flash.
490 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 leave parking brake released, a brake system malfunction the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless is indicated.
STARTING AND OPERATING 491 In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e., Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) repeated brake applications with the engine off) the This function manages the distribution of the braking brakes will still function. However, the effort required to torque between the front and rear axles by limiting brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required braking pressure to the rear axle.
492 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) You also may experience the following when ABS acti- vates: The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased • The ABS motor noise (it may continue to run for a vehicle stability and brake performance under most braking conditions.
STARTING AND OPERATING 493 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must can cause possible loss of anti-lock braking capa- never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous bility. Installation of such equipment should be manner that could jeopardize the user’s safety or performed by qualified professionals.
494 STARTING AND OPERATING If the “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” is on, the brake “pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal the benefits of anti-lock brakes.
STARTING AND OPERATING 495 • The gear selection must match vehicle uphill direction Hill Start Assist (HSA) (i.e., vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle The HSA system is designed to mitigate roll back from a backing uphill is in REVERSE gear). complete stop while on an incline.
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496 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) brake operation to ensure safe operation of the ve- not be enough brake pressure to hold both the hicle under all road conditions. Your complete atten- vehicle and the trailer on a hill when the brake tion is always required while driving to maintain pedal is released.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 497 Disabling And Enabling HSA 4. Start the engine. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the 5. Rotate the steering wheel slightly more than one-half current setting, proceed as follows: turn to the left. •...
498 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. En- gine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of maintain the desired path. the driven wheels.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 499 Light” begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the WARNING! (Continued) accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or conditions.
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500 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Operating Modes illuminate. To turn the ESC on again, momentarily push the “ESC Off” switch and the “ESC Off Indicator Light” NOTE: Depending upon model and mode of operation, will turn off. the ESC system may have multiple operating modes. NOTE: For vehicles with multiple partial ESC modes a ESC On momentary button push will toggle the ESC mode.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 501 Full Off – If Equipped WARNING! This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use • In the ESC “Full Off” mode, the engine torque only and should not be used on any public roadways. In reduction and stability features are disabled.
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502 STARTING AND OPERATING malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this NOTE: light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the • The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momen- speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON.
STARTING AND OPERATING 503 Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) WARNING! This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the tions and driving conditions, influence the chance speed of the vehicle.
504 STARTING AND OPERATING swaying. Always use caution when towing a trailer Ready Alert Braking (RAB) and follow the trailer tongue weight recommendations. Ready Alert Braking may reduce the time required to Refer to “Trailer Towing” in this section for further reach full braking during emergency braking situations.
STARTING AND OPERATING 505 Dynamic Steering Torque (DST) TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Dynamic Steering Torque is a feature of the ESC and EPS Tire Markings modules that provides torque at the steering wheel for certain driving conditions in which the ESC module is detecting vehicle instability.
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506 STARTING AND OPERATING • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary NOTE: emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into design standards.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 507 Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards, or ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or LT = Light truck tire based on U.S.
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508 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: 15, 16, 18 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index – A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol – A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions –...
STARTING AND OPERATING 509 EXAMPLE: Load Identification: Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire: • XL = Extra load (or reinforced) tire, or • LL = Light load tire or •...
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510 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation – This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
STARTING AND OPERATING 511 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours.
512 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 (B-Pillar) Example Tire Placard Location (Door)
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STARTING AND OPERATING 513 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. 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4.
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514 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- axles must not be exceeded. For further information on pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to XXX kg”...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 515 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo NOTE: and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 517 Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
518 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear WARNING! (Continued) Improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause abnor- • Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom- mal wear patterns and reduced tread life, resulting in the mended cold tire inflation pressure. need for earlier tire replacement.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 519 judgement when determining proper inflation. Tires Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range may look properly inflated even when they are under- of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with inflated. temperature changes. •...
520 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
STARTING AND OPERATING 521 Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped additional information. Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- on ice.
522 STARTING AND OPERATING Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what WARNING! was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph Do not use Summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You (120 km/h).
STARTING AND OPERATING 523 Run Flat mode. A Run Flat mode occurs when the tire CAUTION! inflation pressure is of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once a Run Flat tire reaches the run flat mode it has limited Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take driving capabilities and needs to be replaced immedi- your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a ately.
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524 STARTING AND OPERATING Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped Do not install more than one compact spare tire and wheel on the vehicle at any given time. The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a WARNING! compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on the Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 525 to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use full size WARNING! spare tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle first opportunity.
526 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 replaced.
STARTING AND OPERATING 527 • Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth higher, and Summer tires typically have a reduced becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm).
528 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Tires affect your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many those of the original wheels. characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures.
STARTING AND OPERATING 529 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict- Replacing original tires with tires of a different size able handling and stress to steering and suspen- may result in false speedometer and odometer read- sion components.
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530 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • Install device as tightly as possible and then re- Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow) tighten after driving about ½ mile (0.8 km). between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable •...
STARTING AND OPERATING 531 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS NOTE: The premium Tire Pressure Monitor System will automatically locate the pressure values displayed in the The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at correct vehicle position following a tire rotation. different loads and perform different steering, handling, and braking functions.
532 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless recommended cold tire placard pressure. technology with wheel rim-mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 533 threshold for any reason, including low temperature updated tire pressures have been received. The vehicle effects, or natural pressure loss through the tire. may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this information.
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534 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, • The TPMS has been optimized for the original which could damage the Tire Pressure Monitoring equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and Sensor. warnings have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 535 • The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure using an accurate tire gauge, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light.
536 STARTING AND OPERATING The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) consists of the Refer to “Driver Information Display (DID)” in “Under- following components: standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. • Receiver Module NOTE: Your system can be set to display pressure units in PSI, BAR or kPa.
STARTING AND OPERATING 537 and inflate the low tire(s) that is in a different color on the a chime. The DID will display a “SERVICE TPM SYS- graphic display to the vehicle’s recommended cold tire TEM” message for a minimum of five seconds. This pressure displayed in the Inflate to XXX message.
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538 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel five seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of the housings. pressure value. For each subsequent ignition switch cycle, a chime will sound, the Tire Pressure Monitoring 4.
STARTING AND OPERATING 539 General Information FUEL REQUIREMENTS This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and 3.6L Engine — If Equipped RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This engine is designed to meet all emis- sions regulations and provide excellent 1.
540 STARTING AND OPERATING Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard of gasoline with an octane number lower than 87 can cause starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experience these engine failure and may void or not be covered by the New symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before consid- Vehicle Limited Warranty.
STARTING AND OPERATING 541 Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or not be covered under New Vehicle Limited Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Warranty. genates such as ethanol. Modifications that allow the engine to run on com- CAUTION! pressed natural gas (CNG) or liquid propane (LP) may result in damage to the engine, emissions, and fuel...
542 STARTING AND OPERATING If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether •...
STARTING AND OPERATING 543 available, the usage of Top Tier Detergent gasoline is CAUTION! (Continued) recommended. Visit www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition TIER Detergent Gasoline Retailers. malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents should overheat.
544 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Intentional tampering with the emissions control WARNING! (Continued) system can result in civil penalties being assessed against a garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the you. engine running for an extended period. If the Carbon Monoxide Warnings vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine running for more than a short period, adjust the...
STARTING AND OPERATING 545 ADDING FUEL 1. Push 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.
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546 STARTING AND OPERATING • Retrieve funnel from the spare tire storage area. 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. • Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel 4.
STARTING AND OPERATING 547 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.
548 STARTING AND OPERATING 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).
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STARTING AND OPERATING 549 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.
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550 STARTING AND OPERATING 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.
STARTING AND OPERATING 551 TRAILER TOWING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certification Label” in “Starting And Operating” for In this section you will find safety tips and information further information. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
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552 STARTING AND OPERATING 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.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 553 the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used tion associated with the telescoping motion to dampen in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, it pro- any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. vides for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
554 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification WARNING! (Continued) The following chart provides the industry standard for • Weight Distributing Systems may not be compat- the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can ible with Surge Brake Couplers. Consult with your tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Rec- correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
STARTING AND OPERATING 557 Trailer Hitch Receiver Cover Removal — If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a trailer hitch re- ceiver cover, this must be removed to access the trailer hitch receiver (if equipped). This cover is located at the bottom center of the rear fascia.
558 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Pull the bottom of the cover outward (towards you) NOTE: Be sure to engage all tabs of the hitch receiver then downwards to disengage the tabs located at the cover in the bumper fascia prior to installation. top of the hitch receiver cover to remove.
STARTING AND OPERATING 559 Refer to “Tire Safety Information/Tire and Loading In- Perform the maintenance listed in the “Maintenance Sched- formation Placard” in “Starting And Operating” for ule”. Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper further information. maintenance intervals. When towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings.
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560 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Total weight must be distributed between the tow cause a loss of control, poor performance or dam- age to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, vehicle and the trailer such that the following four suspension, chassis structure or tires.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 561 Towing Requirements — Tires tire replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limits. spare tire.
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562 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances. hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake system and cause it to fail. You might not have Towing Requirements —...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 563 Four-Pin Connector Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn 2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn 3 — Ground 6 —...
564 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips AutoStick • When using the AutoStick shift control, select the Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy highest gear that allows for adequate performance and traffic.
STARTING AND OPERATING 565 • Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to SNOW PLOW maximize fuel efficiency. Snow plows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment should not be added to the front end of your vehicle. The Cooling System airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the To reduce potential for engine and transmission over-...
566 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Wheels Rear-Wheel All-Wheel Drive Models All-Wheel Drive Models With Condition OFF the Drive With Single-Speed Two-Speed Transfer Case Ground Models Transfer Case • See Instructions Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED...
STARTING AND OPERATING 567 Recreational Towing — Rear-Wheel Drive Models 6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for tow- ing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position. DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result. CAUTION! Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will...
568 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! • DO NOT dolly tow any AWD vehicle. Towing with Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission and/or transfer only one set of wheels on the ground (front or rear) case damage.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 569 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) transfer case damage. Damage from improper tow- parking brake should always be applied when the ing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited driver is not in the vehicle. Warranty. Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for •...
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570 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 4. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, push and hold the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL (N) button (lo- cated by the selector switch) for four seconds. The light behind the N symbol will blink, indicating shift in progress.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 571 8. Shift the transmission back into NEUTRAL. 12. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle using a suitable tow bar. 9. Firmly apply the parking brake. 13. Release the parking brake. 10. With the transmission and transfer case in NEUTRAL, NOTE: push and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button until •...
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572 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it con- nected to the tow vehicle. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. 3.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 573 8. After the NEUTRAL (N) button has been released, the NOTE: transfer case will shift to the position indicated by the • Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met selector switch. before pushing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must 9.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Jacking Instructions ....586 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...577 ▫...
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576 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...606 ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS) ......610 ▫...
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 577 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 action. •...
578 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS CAUTION! Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any vehicle.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 579 Wheel Mounting Surface Torque Patterns Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each WARNING! nut/bolt has been tightened twice. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated been lowered.
580 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get WARNING! under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the where it can be raised on a lift.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 581 Jack Location Rotate the plastic thumb screw on the end of the jack to loosen the jack and remove from the bracket. The scissor-type jack and tire changing tools are located in rear cargo area, below the load floor. Thumb Screw Location Jack Storage Location...
582 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Stowage The spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mechanism. To remove or stow the spare, use the jack handle/lug wrench connected to the square socket extension to rotate the “spare tire drive”...
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 583 Spare Tire Removal 1. Remove the jack tools from the bag. 2. Raise the rubber mat and remove the plug from storage compartment floor. 3. Fit the jack handle extension over the drive nut. Use the lug wrench handle and extension to completely lower the spare tire.
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584 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Slide the tire out from under the vehicle and rotate it 5. Spread the retaining tabs on the plastic plate and pull vertically behind the rear bumper. the metal stamping toward you to release it from the plastic plate.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 585 6. Slide the metal stamping up the steel extension tube 7. Pinch the three short and two long tubes to remove the and winch cable. Rotate the metal stamping and push protective plate from the steel spare wheel. it through the hole in the plastic plate and wheel.
586 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position. For ex- 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface as far from the ample, if changing the right front tire, edge of the roadway as possible.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 587 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. • To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the be raised.
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588 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle. 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left, one turn, while the wheel is still on the ground.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 589 3. For the front tire, place the jack on the body flange just 4. For a rear tire, place the jack in the slot on the rear behind the front tire. Do not raise the vehicle until tie-down bracket, just forward of the rear tire.
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590 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire. WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 591 10. Push out the small center cap using the jack tool from WARNING! inside the aluminum road wheel and position the wheel behind the rear bumper with the “beauty side” To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, facing rearward.
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592 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 11. Insert the two long tubes on the plastic protective 12. Slide the road wheel on the ground using the protec- plate in the lug holes of the road wheel. Push the end tive plate until it is directly under the winch and of the winch’s cable, spring, steel sleeve and stamped between the rear bumper and exhaust system heat cone shape wheel plate though the road wheel and...
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 593 NOTE: Double check to ensure the tire is snug against the 14. Reinstall the plastic plug into the floor of the cargo underbody of the vehicle. Damage to the winch cable area. Roll up and store the Jack, Tool Kit and Tire may result if the vehicle is driven with the tire loose.
594 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Road Tire Installation 4. Refer to Torque Specifications for proper lug nut torque. 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a 2.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 595 JUMP-STARTING If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
596 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and precautions.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 597 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.
598 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jump-Starting Procedure Connecting The Jumper Cables 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.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 599 Disconnecting The Jumper Cables WARNING! (Continued) 1. Disconnect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable could result in personal injury. Only use the specific from the remote negative (-) post of the discharged ground point, do not use any other exposed metal vehicle.
600 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be CAUTION! achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or less. Whenever the transmission remains in NEUTRAL for Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets more than two seconds, you must press the brake pedal draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not to engage DRIVE or REVERSE.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 601 CAUTION! WARNING! • Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- to transmission overheating and failure. Allow the ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or engine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL even failure, of the axle and tires.
602 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use MANUAL PARK RELEASE both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of damage to the vehicle. WARNING! Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the WARNING! parking brake, before activating the Manual Park •...
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 603 Follow these steps to use the Manual Park Release: 3. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, push the metal latch in towards the tether strap. 1. Firmly apply the parking brake. 2. Open the center console and locate the Manual Park Release cover, remove it by snapping the cover away from the console hinges.
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604 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 605 Release Latch Stowed Position 2. Once the tension has been released and the lever has NOTE: Be sure to replace the cover by snapping it back been unlocked be sure it is stowed properly and locks in place.
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606 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE mission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recreational This section describes procedures for towing a disabled Towing” in the “Starting and Operating” section. vehicle using a commercial towing service.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 607 Towing Wheels OFF Rear-Wheel Drive All-Wheel Drive All-Wheel Drive Models Condition the Ground Models Models With Single- With Two-Speed Speed Transfer Case Transfer Case Wheel Lift Front If Transmission Is NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED or Dolly Operable: •...
608 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) Rear Wheel Drive Models while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with position, not the ACC position. all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 609 If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be wheels on the ground), IF the transfer case is in NEU- towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than TRAL and the transmission is in PARK. Refer to “Recre- 30 miles (48 km), tow with the rear wheels OFF the ational Towing”...
610 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS) This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Accident Response System. Please refer to “Refer to the Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further details regarding the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 615 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.
616 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE access this information to assist with the diagnosis and For further information, refer to “Privacy Practices — If service of your vehicle and emissions system. Equipped With Uconnect 8.4 Radio” and “Uconnect CyberSecurity” in “All About Uconnect Access” in your WARNING! Owner’s Manual Radio Supplement and “Cybersecurity”...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 617 Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently happen: serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- •...
618 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE system to update. A recheck with the above test routine DEALER SERVICE may then indicate that the system is now ready. Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is operations in an expert manner.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 619 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! (Continued) The pages that follow contain the required maintenance • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids services determined by the engineers who designed your that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle.
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620 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The best time to check the engine oil level is about five Change Engine Oil minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 621 American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 3.6L Engine Identification Symbol MOPAR SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to FCA Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil, Shell Helix or This symbol means that the oil has equivalent is recommended for all operating tempera- been certified by the American tures.
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622 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 5.7L Engine Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi- fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- MOPAR SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to FCA Material ber should not be used.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 623 Engine Oil Filter WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can at every engine oil change. provide a measure of protection in the case of engine Engine Oil Filter Selection backfire.
624 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- clamps to touch each other. tenance required.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 625 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables be- approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- fore connecting the charger to the battery.
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626 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R1234yf — CAUTION! If Equipped Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning R-1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoole- system as the chemicals can damage your air condi- fine HFO that is endorsed by the Environmental Protec- tioning components.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 627 WARNING! Do not remove the A/C air filter while the vehicle is running, or while the ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. With the A/C air filter removed and the blower operating, the blower can contact hands and may propel dirt and debris into your eyes, resulting in personal injury.
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628 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 629 pulling the door outward. Unhinge the filter cover on 6. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of the right side to fully remove the cover. the housing. 7. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter pointing toward the floor.
630 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 9. Push the door to the near closed position to reengage components to ensure proper function. When performing the glove compartment travel stops. other underhood services, the hood latch, release mecha- nism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. NOTE: Ensure the glove compartment door hinges and The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a glove compartment travel stops are fully engaged.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 631 Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending on geographical area and frequency of use.
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632 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The rear wiper arm cannot be raised fully up- ward unless the pivot cap is raised first. 2. Lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the liftgate glass. 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 633 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper blade until it snaps into place.
634 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System WARNING! The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and system.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 635 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- CAUTION! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst leaded fuel only.
636 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage: WARNING! (Continued) • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in do not open the hood until the radiator has had time motion.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 637 Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at visible sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and the coolant recovery bottle and radiator. Inspect the flush with OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to entire system for leaks.
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638 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • This vehicle has not been designed for use with Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool- propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze). ant is different and should not be mixed with Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (an- Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) en- tifreeze) is not recommended.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 639 Please review these recommendations for using Organic NOTE: Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) • It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the proper that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard level of protection against freezing according to the MS.90032.
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640 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System Pressure Cap WARNING! (Continued) The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant specified for your vehicle.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 641 Coolant Level Points To Remember The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine coolant from the front of the engine compartment.
642 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are Brake System required, the cooling system should be pressure tested In order to assure brake system performance, all brake for leaks. system components should be inspected periodically. • Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 643 Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder WARNING! The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. when performing under the hood service, or immedi- Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in ately if the brake system warning lamp indicates system “Maintaining Your Vehicle”...
644 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front/Rear Axle Fluid WARNING! (Continued) For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro- required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons the longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be inspected.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 645 Rear Axle Fluid Level Check Transfer Case The rear axle oil level needs to be no lower than 1/8 in Fluid Level Check (3 mm) below the bottom of the fill hole. For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not The rear axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to required.
646 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: No chemical flushes should be used in any trans- CAUTION! mission; only the approved lubricant should be used. When installing plugs, do not overtighten. You could CAUTION! damage them and cause them to leak. Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- Selection Of Lubricant turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 647 with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis- CAUTION! sion damage. Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as CAUTION! the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- nents. Such damage is not covered by the New If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- Vehicle Limited Warranty.
648 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 649 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- Special Care lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and Tar Remover to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
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650 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor or de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well Black Satin Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, packaged and sealed.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 651 Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — Interior Care If Equipped Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- carpeting. ner: Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. •...
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652 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton Many are potentially flammable, and if used in based cleaning products to clean leather seats, as closed areas they may cause respiratory harm. damage to the seat may result.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 653 Glass Surfaces 1. Clean with a wet soft cloth. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a with MOPAR Glass Cleaner, or any commercial clean damp cloth.
654 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) fuse of higher amp rating. Never replace a blown A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and fuse with metal wires or any other material. Failure leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system to use proper fuses may result in serious personal periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 655 Power Distribution Center The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains car- tridge fuses, micro fuses, relays, and circuit breakers. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 657 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink – Driver Door Module 30 Amp Pink – Front Wipers 30 Amp Pink – Anti-lock Brakes/Stability Control Module/ Valves 20 Amp Blue – Trailer Tow Backup Lights - If Equipped 20 Amp Blue –...
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658 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 20 Amp Yellow Horn – 10 Amp Red Diagnostic Port – 10 Amp Red Integrated Central Stack / Climate Control – 20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension Control Module - If Equipped –...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 659 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Transmission Control Module/PM Sensor (Diesel engine only) – 10 Amp Red Air Conditioning Clutch – 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Coils (Gas), Urea Heater (Diesel) – 25 Amp Clear Fuel Injectors / Powertrain –...
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660 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Dual Batt Control (If Equipped) – 10 Amp Red Anti-lock Brakes/Electronic Stability Control – 10 Amp Red Drivetrain Control Module/Front Axle Disconnect Module – 10 Amp Red Engine Control Module / Electric Power Steering –...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 661 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Air Suspension – If Equipped / Trailer Tow / Steering Column Control Module – 15 Amp Blue Instrument Panel Cluster F90/F91 – 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet (Rear seats) Selectable –...
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662 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description F100 – 10 Amp Red Active Damping - If Equipped F101 – 15 Amp Blue Electrochromatic Mirror/Smart High Beams - If Equipped F103 – 10 Amp Red Cabin Heater (Diesel Engine Only)/Rear HVAC F104 –...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 663 VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 Interior Bulbs days you may want to take steps to protect your battery. Bulb Number You may: Glove Compartment • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Lamp •...
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664 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Front Side Marker Lamps LED (Serviced at Bulb Number Authorized Dealer) Low Beam/High Beam (Bi- D3S (Service at Au- Front Fog Lamps Xenon) Headlamps thorized Dealer) Rear Tail Lamps/Sidemarker LED (Serviced at Low Beam/High Beam/ 9005SL+ Lamps...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 665 BULB REPLACEMENT WARNING! NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps when the conditions change to allow the condensation to change headlamp switch is turned ON.
666 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Bi-Halogen Headlamps — If Equipped 7. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the headlamp housing and rotate clockwise to lock in 1. Turn the steering wheel to the left to replace the bulb place. from the right hand lamp, or to the right to replace the bulb from the left hand lamp.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 667 Front Turn Signal Front Fog Lamps 1. Open the hood. 1. Reach through the cutout in the splash shield and rotate the bulb’s electrical connector one-quarter turn 2. Turn the turn signal bulb one–quarter turn counter- counterclockwise and remove it from the fog lamp clockwise to remove from housing.
668 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Remove/replace bulb(s). CAUTION! (Continued) 5. Reinstall the socket(s) • Always use the correct bulb size and type for replacement. An incorrect bulb size or type may 6. Reverse process to reinstall the liftgate trim. overheat and cause damage to the lamp, the socket Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) or the lamp wiring.
670 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE U.S. Metric 5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 15.4 Quarts 14.6 Liters 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) – With- out Trailer Tow Package 5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 16 Quarts 15.2 Liters 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) – With Trailer Tow Package * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 671 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, Shell Helix or equivalent. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
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672 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032), by an au- specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- thorized dealer as soon as possible. gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine •...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 673 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 –...
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676 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change 350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The indicator system.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 677 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil master cylinder and fill as needed. Change Indicator System: • Check function of all interior and exterior lights •...
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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.
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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.** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
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680 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ....683 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) ... . .685 ▫...
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682 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .690 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ..689 ▫...
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 683 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.
684 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name service. The manufacturer’s authorized dealer have the facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle delivery date and mileage correctly and in a timely manner.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 685 In Mexico Contact Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Sante Fe C.P. 05109 manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- Mexico, D.
686 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Service Contract and you require service after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle contract documents, and contact the person listed in to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected those documents.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 687 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS WARNING! (Continued) In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C. other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of compo- If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could nent wear contain, or emit, chemicals known to the cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should State of California to cause cancer and birth defects,...
688 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE You can also obtain other information about motor NOTE: A street address is required when ordering vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov. manuals (no P.O. Boxes). In Canada Service Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor- If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you mation that students and professional technicians need in should contact the Customer Service Department imme-...
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 689 the first time, using step-by-step troubleshooting and driv- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM ability procedures, proven diagnostic tests and a complete TIRE QUALITY GRADES list of all tools and equipment. The following tire grading categories were established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
690 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE significantly from the norm due to variations in driving Temperature Grades habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, teristics and climate. representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under Traction Grades controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory...
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 691 WARNING! (Continued) Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- ing, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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712 INDEX Transmitter Programming Uconnect Settings ......25 (Remote Keyless Entry)....24, 26 Customer Programmable Features .
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INDEX 713 Warning Flasher, Hazard ....577 Wiper Blade Replacement ....630 Warning, Roll Over .
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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.