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Page 2 This manual illustrates and describes the operation of VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA features and equipment that are either standard or op- US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA tional on this vehicle.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. . . 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC nicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman- your satisfaction.
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Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures that could result in a collision, bodily injury and/or death. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important information.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED ......19 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Lock The Doors .....23 KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — PASSIVE ENTRY ..35 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Transporting Pets ..... .95 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle .
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS NOTE: In case the ignition does not change with the push of a button, the RKE Key Fob may have a low or Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system dead battery.
Page 15: Rke Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 RKE Key Fob The RKE Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the RKE Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the RKE Key Fob go dead.
Page 16 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch on the back of the RKE Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand. Emergency Key Removal NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency key into the lock cylinders with either side up.
Page 17: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Ignition Or Accessory On Message WARNING! When opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in • Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the transmis- ACC or ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to sion into PARK, apply the parking brake, turn the remind you to cycle the ignition to OFF.
Page 18: General Information
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information WARNING! (Continued) The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, other con- This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and trols, or move the vehicle.
Page 19: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 SENTRY KEY Fob to start the engine. Either of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds. The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthor- ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal system does not need to be armed or activated.
Page 20: Replacement Keys
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE All of the RKE Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle NOTE: Duplication of RKE Key Fobs may be performed have been programmed to the vehicle electronics. at an authorized dealer. This procedure consists of pro- gramming a blank RKE Key Fob to the vehicle electron- Replacement Keys ics.
Page 21: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 General Information VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED The following regulatory statement applies to all radio The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: for unauthorized entry and the Keyless Enter-N-Go push button Ignition for unauthorized operation.
Page 22: To Arm The System
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Arm The System To Disarm The System Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of the following methods: 1. Make sure the vehicles ignition is placed in the “OFF” •...
Page 23: Security System Manual Override
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your Tamper Alert vehicle. However, you can create conditions where the If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previ- your absence, the horn will sound three times and the ously described arming sequences has occurred, the exterior lights will blink three times when you disarm the...
Page 24: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- tesy lights will turn on if the dimmer control is in the “Dome ON” position (extreme top position). • The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat”...
Page 25: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to Headlight Illumination On Approach “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” under “Things To This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 26: To Unlatch The Trunk
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Sound Horn With Lock second and release. When the Panic Alarm is activated, the turn signals will flash, the horn will pulse on and off, This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors and the interior lights will turn on.
Page 27: Programming Additional Key Fobs
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Programming Additional Key Fobs Programming Key Fobs or RKE Key Fobs may be per- formed at an authorized dealer. Transmitter Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery. NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate •...
Page 28: General Information
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 4. To assemble the RKE Key Fob case, snap the two halves together.
Page 29: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved How To Use Remote Start by the party responsible for compliance could void the All of the following conditions must be met before the user’s authority to operate the equipment. engine will remote start: REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM —...
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Vehicle Security Alarm not active Remote Start Abort Message • Ignition in OFF position The following messages will display in the instrument cluster if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prematurely: WARNING! •...
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • The engine can be started two consecutive times (two To Enter Remote Start Mode 15-minute cycles) with the RKE Key Fob. However, the ignition must be cycled to the RUN position before Push and release the REMOTE START button you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle.
Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The gear selector is moved out of PARK. equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15-minute cycle, push and release the START/STOP button. • The brake pedal is pushed. NOTE: For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter- General Information N-Go feature, the message “Remote start active - Push The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio...
Page 33: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward. To unlock the front doors, pull the inside door handle to the first detent. To unlock the rear doors, pull the door lock knob on the door trim panel upward.
Page 34: Power Door Locks
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with • For personal security and safety in the event of a Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. collision, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as A child could operate power windows, other con- well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 If you push the power door lock switch while the ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN position, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you from accidentally locking the RKE Key Fob in the vehicle.
Page 36: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if: To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with 1.
Page 37: Keyless Enter-N-Go - Passive Entry
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 NOTE: For emergency exit from the rear seats when the Child-Protection Door Lock System is engaged, manually raise the door lock knob to the unlocked position, roll down the window, and open the door using the outside door handle.
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- sponse time. •...
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 To Unlock From The Passenger Side FOBIK-Safe only executes in vehicles with passive entry. There are three situations that trigger a FOBIK-Safe With a valid Passive Entry RKE Key Fob within 5 ft search in any passive entry vehicle.
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The vehicle will only unlock the doors when a valid Passive Entry RKE Key Fob is detected inside the vehicle, and no valid Passive Entry RKE Key Fob is detected outside the vehicle. The vehicle will not unlock the doors when any of the following conditions are true: •...
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors Do NOT grab the door handle when pushing the door handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s). With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE Key Fobs within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles, push the door handle LOCK button to lock all four doors.
Page 42: General Information
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: General Information • After pushing the door handle button, you must wait The following regulatory statement applies to all radio frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle.
Page 43: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WINDOWS There are single window controls on each passenger door trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows. Power Windows The window controls will operate only when the ignition The window controls on the driver’s door control all the is in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To open the window part way, push the window switch WARNING! (Continued) to the first detent and release it when you want the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter- window to stop. N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 NOTE: Reset Auto-Up • If the window runs into any obstacle during auto- Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window may need to be reset. To reset Auto Up: closure, it will reverse direction and then go back down.
Page 46: Wind Buffeting
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver’s door trim panel allows you to disable the window controls on the rear passenger doors and the rear sunscreen (if equipped). To disable the window controls and the rear sunscreen, push and release the window lockout button (setting it in the DOWN position).
Page 47: Trunk Lock And Release
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- The trunk lid can be released from rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with outside the vehicle by pushing the the rear windows open, then open the front and rear TRUNK button on the RKE Key windows together to minimize the buffeting.
Page 48: Trunk Safety Warning
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” in Trunk Emergency Release “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Release further information on trunk operation with the Passive lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism.
Page 49: Occupant Restraint Systems
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 2. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing child restraint) must ride in the front passenger seat, Some of the most important safety features in your move the seat as far back as possible and use the vehicle are the restraint systems: proper child restraint.
Page 50: Seat Belt Systems
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. All occupants should always wear their lap and WARNING! shoulder belts properly. • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of 7. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved an air bag.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the position the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should remain on until both outboard front seat belts are buckled. be belted at all times.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Change Of Status NOTE: If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with out- If the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if board front passenger seat BeltAlert) is unbuckled the equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until unbuckles their seat belt while the vehicle is traveling,...
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat severe injuries in a collision.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of • A seat belt that is too loose will not protect you injury in a collision. The seat belt forces won’t be at properly.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front WARNING! (Continued) seat, and next to your arm in the rear seat (for vehicles wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt equipped with a rear seat).
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” across your hips, below your abdomen.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort- The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of able and not resting on your neck.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position without pushing or squeezing the release but- ton.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! • ONLY use a Seat Belt Extender if it is physically required in order to properly fit the original seat belt system. DO NOT USE the Seat Belt Extender if, when worn, the distance between the front edge of the Seat Belt Extender buckle and the center of the occupant’s body is LESS than 6 inches.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Position the lap belt snug and low below the abdomen The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- and across the strong bones of the hips. Place the straint Controller (ORC). Like the air bags, the preten- shoulder belt across the chest and away from the neck.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Restraints” section of this manual. The table below If the passenger seating position is equipped with an defines the type of feature for each seating position. ALR and is being used for normal usage, only pull the seat belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not activate the ALR.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode WARNING! Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking an air bag.
Page 63: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 • Supplemental Side Air Bags WARNING! (Continued) • Supplemental Knee Air Bags only used to install rear-facing or forward-facing child restraints that have a harness for restraining • Front and Side Impact Sensors the child.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 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...
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 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.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 injury reduction potential provided by the seat belts and body structure. The SABICs deploy downward, covering the side win- dows. An inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the trim out of the way and covers the window. The SABICs inflate with enough force to injure occupants if they are not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the SABICs inflate.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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,...
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 help keep you in position, away from inflating Side Air WARNING! (Continued) Bags. To get the best protection from the Side Air Bags, properly. In some collisions, Side Air Bags won’t occupants must wear their seat belts properly and sit deploy at all.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side collisions, faster-developing event may deploy the seat belt preten- including some collisions at certain angles, or some side sioners as well as the Side Air Bags on both sides of the collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger vehicle.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to fric- Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- tion rope burns or those you might get sliding along a ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air carpet or gymnasium floor.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Accident Response System Enhanced Accident Response System Reset Procedure In the event of an impact, if the communication network remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System on the nature of the event, the ORC will determine functions after an event, the ignition switch must be whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response Sys-...
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 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.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the Redundant Air Bag Warning Light comes on WARNING! intermittently or remains on while driving have an authorized dealer service the vehicle immediately. Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags Maintaining Your Air Bag System to protect you in a collision.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 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.
Page 78: Child Restraints
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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;...
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 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.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Infants and Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Toddlers younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear...
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they an air bag.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for WARNING! (Continued) as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height directions exactly when installing an infant or allowed by the child seat. child restraint.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Children Too Large For Booster Seats 5. Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor...
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren seating position. These anchorages are used to install (LATCH) Restraint System LATCH-equipped child seats without using the vehicle’s seat belts. Some seating positions may have a top tether anchorage but no lower anchorages.
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH What is the weight limit (child’s 65 lbs Use the LATCH anchorage system until the combined weight + weight of the child re- (29.5 kg) weight of the child and the child restraint is 65 lbs straint) for using the LATCH anchor-...
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Can the rear-facing child restraint The child seat may touch the back of the front passenger seat touch the back of the front passenger if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Locating Tether Anchorages LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. There are tether strap anchorages behind each Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower rear seating position located in the panel be- anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the tween the rear seatback and the rear window.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the WARNING! tether strap of the child seat so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages. Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more than one child restraint.
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 5. Tighten all of the straps as you push the child restraint installation, instead of buckling it behind the child re- rearward and downward into the seat. Remove slack straint, route the seat belt through the child restraint belt in the straps according to the child restraint manufac- path and then buckle it.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Belt Restraints in this Vehicle The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip.
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 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 the Child Restraint the seat belt to install a forward facing Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a...
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) against the child seat. 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating 5.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect Anchorage the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether WARNING! strap.
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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.
Page 97: Transporting Pets
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 5. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child Center Tether Attachment restraint manufacturer’s instructions. 1. Lower the adjustable center head restraint to the full down position. WARNING! 2. Route the tether strap over the seatback and head •...
Page 98: Engine Break-In Recommendations
96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts. high-quality energy conserving type lubricant.
Page 99: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 SAFETY TIPS WARNING! (Continued) Transporting Passengers • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. Exhaust Gas WARNING! WARNING! •...
Page 100: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, WARNING! (Continued) inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. set at high speed.
Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 Air Bag Warning Light Defroster The Air Bag warning light will turn on for four to Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch the blower control on high speed.
Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- been removed for cleaning.
Page 103: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 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.
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Power Folding Outside Mirrors — MIRRORS ......110 If Equipped.
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS ......131 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD ..148 ▫...
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 ▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ....155 ▫ Mist Feature ......163 ▫...
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Set A Desired Speed ....173 ▫ To Resume ......183 ▫...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 ▫ Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With ▫ ParkSense Warning Display ....215 Mitigation Operation ....203 ▫...
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink . . .233 ▫ Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode ..243 ▫ Programming A Rolling Code ... . .234 ▫...
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 ▫ Rear Seat Cupholders....251 ▫ Trunk Mat — If Equipped ....258 ▫...
Page 112: Mirrors
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Automatic Dimming 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. This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you.
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 ASSIST Call WARNING! The ASSIST Button is used to automatically connect you ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the to any one of the following support centers: road. Some Uconnect Access services, including 9-1-1 •...
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 9-1-1 Call 3. Once a connection between the vehicle and a 9-1-1 operator is made, the 9-1-1 Call system may transmit 1. Push the 9-1-1 Call button on the Rearview Mirror. the following important vehicle information to a 9-1-1 NOTE: In case the 9-1-1 Call button is pushed in error, operator: there will be a 10 second delay before the 9-1-1 Call...
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 NOTE: WARNING! • Your vehicle may be transmitting data as authorized • If anyone in the vehicle could be in danger (e.g., by the subscriber. fire or smoke is visible, dangerous road conditions •...
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 9-1-1 Call System Limitations WARNING! (Continued) Vehicles sold in Canada and Mexico DO NOT have 9-1-1 electrical equipment to the vehicle’s electrical sys- Call system capabilities. tem. This may prevent your vehicle from sending a signal to initiate an emergency call.
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Even if the 9-1-1 Call system is fully functional, factors WARNING! beyond FCA US LLC’s control may prevent or stop the • Ignoring the Rearview Mirror light could mean you 9-1-1 Call system operation. These include, but are not limited to, the following factors: will not have 9-1-1 Call services.
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Equipment malfunction at the 9-1-1 operator facility. NOTE: Never place anything on or near the vehicle’s operable 1X(voice/data) or 3G(data) network and GPS • Operator error by the 9-1-1 operator. antennas. You could prevent operable 1X(voice/data) or •...
Page 119: Outside Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 CAUTION! WARNING! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. convex mirror will look smaller and farther away Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the than they really are.
Page 120: If Equipped
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Driver’s Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped The fourth LED supplies illuminated entry lighting, which turns on in both mirrors when you use the Remote This feature is controlled by the inside automatic dim- Keyless Entry (RKE) Key Fob or open any door.
Page 121: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 vehicle is shifted out of the REVERSE position. Each stored memory setting will have an associated Tilt Mir- rors in Reverse position. NOTE: The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature is not turned on when delivered from the factory. The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature can be turned on and off using the Uconnect System.
Page 122: Power Folding Outside Mirrors - If Equipped
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using the mirror control switch, push on any of the four If the mirrors are in the folded position, and vehicle arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to speed is equal or greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), they move.
Page 123: Slide-On-Rod" And Extender Features Of Sun Visor
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 use the extender feature of the sun visor, grab the extender which is located at the rear of the visor and pull rearward. Illuminated Vanity Mirror “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of Sun Visor Slide-On-Rod Feature To use the “Slide-On-Rod”...
Page 124: Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm) - If Equipped
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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.
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 both sides of the vehicle when the vehicle speed reaches approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or higher and will alert the driver of vehicles in these areas. NOTE: • The BSM system does NOT alert the driver about rapidly approaching vehicles that are outside the de- tection zones.
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The area on the rear fascia where the radar sensors are The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the located must remain free of snow, ice, and dirt/road detection zones by illuminating the BSM warning light contamination so that the BSM system can function located in the outside mirrors in addition to sounding an properly.
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 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).
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Overtaking/Passing Stationary Objects The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in adjacent lanes.
Page 130: Rear Cross Path
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) bicyclists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes. Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the system will not be able to alert the driver. When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE, the driver is alerted using both the visual and audible alarms, including reducing the radio volume.
Page 132: Modes Of Operation
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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.
Page 133: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 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.
Page 134: Power Seats
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 WARNING! CAUTION! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Do not place any article under a power seat or Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to control which could cause a collision and serious the seat controls.
Page 136: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Tilting The Seat Up Or Down WARNING! The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted in four • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. directions. Pull upward or push downward on the front Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of or rear of the seat switch, the front or rear of the seat control which could cause a collision and serious...
Page 137: Heated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 power seat. Push the switch forward or rearward to Heated Seats — If Equipped increase or decrease the lumbar support. Push the switch On some models, the front and rear seats may be upward or downward to raise or lower the lumbar equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and support.
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Press the heated seat button a second time to turn WARNING! (Continued) the LO setting ON. • Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that • Press the heated seat button a third time to turn insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 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.
Page 140: Front Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Push the heated seat button once to select HI-level illuminated LEDs changes from two to one, indicating heating. the change. The LO-level setting will turn OFF automati- cally after approximately 45 minutes. •...
Page 141: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 • Press the ventilated seat button a third time to WARNING! turn the ventilated seat OFF. The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- NOTE: The engine must be running for the ventilated erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- seats to operate.
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The RHRs will automatically return to their normal position following a rear impact. If the RHRs do not return to their normal position see your authorized dealer immediately. To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint.
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Rear Head Restraints WARNING! The center head restraint has two adjustable positions, up • A loose head restraint thrown forward in a colli- or down. When the center seat is being occupied the head sion or hard stop could cause serious injury or restraint should be in the raised position.
Page 144: Folding Rear Seat
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The outboard head restraints are not adjustable. Folding Rear Seat The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area. To fold the rear seatback, pull on the loops located on the upper seatback. NOTE: These loops can be tucked away when not in use.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Rear Seatback Loop Folded Rear Seatback After releasing the seatback, it can be folded forward. NOTE: You may experience deformation in the seat cushion from the seat belt buckles if the seats are left folded for an extended period of time.
Page 146: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the This feature allows the driver to store up to two different seatback above the seat strap.
Page 147: Programming The Memory Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 function and the (1) and (2) buttons which are used to 2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer- recall either of two pre-programmed memory profiles. ences (i.e., seat, side mirror, adjustable pedals [if equipped], power tilt and telescopic steering column [if equipped], and radio station presets).
Page 148: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Key Fob To Memory
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry NOTE: If a memory profile has not already been set, refer Key Fob To Memory to Programming The Memory Feature in this section for instructions on how to set a memory profile. Your RKE Key Fob can be programmed to recall one of two pre-programmed memory profiles by pushing the 3.
Page 149: Memory Position Recall
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Memory Position Recall Easy Entry/Exit Seat This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to NOTE: The vehicle must be in PARK to recall memory enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the positions. If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is not vehicle.
Page 150: To Open And Close The Hood
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE forward of the rear stop. At this position, there is no benefit to the driver by moving the seat for Easy Exit or Easy Entry. Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy Entry and Easy Exit position.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower hood to approximately 12 in (30 cm) and drop the hood to close. Make sure hood is fully closed for both latches. Never drive vehicle unless hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
Page 152: Lights
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instru- ment panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, inte- rior lights and fog lights.
Page 153: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is...
Page 154: Headlight Time Delay
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The headlight delay time is programmable using the Headlight Time Delay Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Un- This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further infor- for up to 90 seconds (programmable) when leaving your mation.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 NOTE: To Activate • The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control can be 1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO headlight turned on or off using the Uconnect System. Refer to position. “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- 2.
Page 156: Adaptive Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlights - If Equipped
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adaptive Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Headlights — If Equipped The LED Daytime Running Lights will come on when the This system automatically swivels the headlight beam engine starts, headlights are off, and the parking brake is pattern horizontally to provide increased illumination in off.
Page 157: Fog Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Fog Lights — If Equipped To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking The front fog light switch is built into the headlight lights or the low beam headlights and push the switch.
Page 158: Multifunction Lever
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Multifunction Lever Turn Signals The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows signals, headlight beam selection and passing lights. The on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show multifunction lever is located on the left side of the proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 159: Lane Change Assist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Lane Change Assist Front Map/Reading Lights — If Equipped Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond The front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash head console.
Page 160: Courtesy Lights
158 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.
Page 161: Ambient Light - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Ambient Light — If Equipped Interior Lights The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light The interior lights come on when a door is opened. feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil- To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off ity of the floor and center console area.
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dimmer Controls With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the left dimmer control upward will increase the brightness of The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and is the instrument panel lights and lighted cupholders (if located on the left side of the instrument panel.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Ambient Light Control Dome Light Position Rotate the right dimmer control upward or downward to Rotate the left dimmer control completely upward to the increase or decrease the brightness of the door handle second detent to turn on the interior lights.
Page 164: Windshield Wipers And Washers
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent Wiper System The multifunction lever operates the windshield wipers Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions and washer when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be- or ACC position.
Page 165: Mist Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Mist Feature CAUTION! Rotate the end of the lever downward to the Mist • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving position to activate a single wipe cycle to clear off road through an automatic car wash. Damage to the mist or spray from a passing vehicle.
Page 166: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume Headlights On With Wipers (Available With the intermittent interval previously selected. Automatic Headlights Only) If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper is When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on turned off, the wipers will operate for three wipe cycles after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is...
Page 167: Rain Sensing Wipers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Rain Sensing Wipers The Rain Sensing feature can be turned on and off using the Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in This feature senses moisture on the windshield and “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- automatically activates the wipers for the driver.
Page 168: Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Remote Start Mode Inhibit — On vehicles equipped The Rain Sensing system has protective features for the wiper blades and arms. It will not operate under the with Remote Starting system, Rain Sensing wipers are following conditions: not operational when the vehicle is in the remote start mode.
Page 169: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Key Fob or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel to return the tilt/telescopic steering column to pre- programmed positions.
Page 171: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 • Press the heated steering wheel button HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED a second time to turn the heating element OFF. The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated wheel has only one temperature setting.
Page 172: Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) care when using the steering wheel heater. It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods. • Do not place anything on the steering wheel that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steering wheel covers of any type and material.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in return the adjustable pedals to pre-programmed posi- REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control Sys- tions. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in “Understanding tem is on.
Page 174: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel.
Page 175: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
Page 176: To Deactivate
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate The drivers preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under- A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL standing Your Instrument Panel” for more information. button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the The speed increment shown is dependant on the chosen vehicle will deactivate the Electronic Speed Control with-...
Page 177: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released, then continue to decrease until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established.
Page 178: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - If Equipped
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF EQUIPPED The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the vehicle set speed. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving convenience provided by cruise control while traveling NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains on highways and major roadways.
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 • If the ACC sensor detects a vehicle ahead, ACC will You can change the mode by using the Cruise Control apply limited braking or acceleration (not to exceed buttons. The two control modes function differently. the original set speed) automatically to maintain a Always confirm which mode is selected.
Page 180: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • The ACC system: brakes must be applied manually. An audible • Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming vehicles, chime will sound when the brakes are released. and stationary objects (e.g., a stopped vehicle in a You should switch off the ACC system: •...
Page 181: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 NOTE: Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifications to the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward Collision Warning System. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) You can only engage ACC if the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h).
Page 182: To Activate/Deactivate
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the system is OFF, the DID displays “Adaptive To Activate/Deactivate Cruise Control (ACC) Off.” Push and release the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ON/OFF button. The ACC menu in the DID displays NOTE: You cannot engage ACC under the following “ACC Ready.”...
Page 183: To Set A Desired Acc Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 To turn the system OFF, push and release the Adaptive WARNING! Cruise Control (ACC) ON/OFF button again. At this time, the system will turn off and the DID will display Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Off.”...
Page 184: To Cancel
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The gear selector is removed from the Drive position. NOTE: ACC cannot be set if there is a stationary vehicle in front of your vehicle in close proximity. • The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control Sys- Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Page 185: To Resume
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 • The ignition is turned off. WARNING! (Continued) • The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) On/Off button is or decelerate too sharply for safe operation. Failure to pushed. follow these warnings can result in a collision and death or serious personal injury.
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Distance Setting 4 Bars (Longest) Distance Setting 3 Bars (Long)
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Distance Setting 2 Bars (Medium) Distance Setting 1 Bar (Short) 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).
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The distance setting is changed. To decrease the distance setting, push the Distance Set- ting — Decrease button and release. Each time the button • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on is pushed, the distance setting decreases by one bar ACC Activation).
Page 189: Overtake Aid
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 Overtake Aid When driving with ACC engaged and following a ve- hicle, the system will provide an additional acceleration up to the ACC set speed to assist in passing the vehicle. This additional acceleration is triggered when the driver utilizes the left turn signal and will only be active when passing on the left hand side.
Page 190 188 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 in 10 km/h increments until the standing Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will • When you use the SET - button to decelerate, if the continue to decrease in 5 mph decrements until the engine’s braking power does not slow the vehicle button is released.
Page 192: Acc Operation At Stop
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The ACC system maintains set speed when driving up A cancel message will display on the DID and produce a hill and down hill. However, a slight speed change on warning chime. Driver intervention will be required at moderate hills is normal.
Page 193: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Menu
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu Push the SET + or the SET- button (located on the steering wheel) and the following will display in the DID: The DID displays the current ACC system settings. The DID is located in the center of the instrument cluster.
Page 194: Display Warnings And Maintenance
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Display Warnings And Maintenance vehicle has left these areas. Under rare conditions, when the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path “Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” this warning may temporarily occur.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 • Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so NOTE: could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and • If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar require a sensor realignment. Sensor”...
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE obstructions, such as mud, dirt, or ice on windshield and When the condition that created limited functionality is fog on the inside of glass. In these cases, the DID will no longer present, the system will return to full function- display “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front ality.
Page 197: Precautions While Driving With Acc
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 Precautions While Driving With ACC In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection issues. In these cases, ACC may brake late or unexpect- edly. The driver needs to stay alert and may need to intervene.
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the vehicle is out of the curve the system will resume Using ACC On Hills your original Set Speed. This is a part of normal ACC When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in system functionality.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 Lane Changing ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are traveling. In the illustration shown, ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes and it may not detect the vehicle until it’s too late for the ACC system to take action.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Narrow Vehicles Stationary Objects And Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they vehicles.
Page 201: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 General Information Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control Mode This vehicle has systems that operate on radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, a Normal Commission (FCC) rules and with Industry Canada (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control mode is available Standards RSS- GEN/210/220/310.
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE speed was set. This light will turn on when the electronic WARNING! speed control is SET. In the normal Cruise Control mode, the system will not To Vary The Speed Setting react to vehicles ahead. In addition, the proximity To Increase Speed warning does not activate and no alarm will sound even if you are too close to the vehicle ahead since neither...
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will The drivers preferred units can be selected through the continue to increase in 5 mph increments until the instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under- button is released.
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will • The gear selector is removed from the Drive position. continue to decrease in 10 km/h decrements until the To Resume Speed button is released.
Page 205: Forward Collision Warning (Fcw) With Mitigation - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) WITH the driver does not take action based upon these progres- MITIGATION — IF EQUIPPED sive warnings, then the system will provide a limited level of active braking to help slow the vehicle and Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation mitigate the potential forward collision.
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • The minimum speed for FCW activation is 1 mph (2 km/h). • The FCW alerts may be triggered on objects other than vehicles such as guard rails or sign posts based on the course prediction.
Page 207: Turning Fcw On Or Off
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 To turn the FCW system back ON, push the forward WARNING! collision button again to turn the system ON (led turns off). Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect Changing the FCW status to “Off”...
Page 208: Changing Fcw And Active Braking Status
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Changing FCW And Active Braking Status NOTE: • The system will retain the last setting selected by the The FCW Sensitivity And Active Braking Settings are programmable through the Uconnect System. Refer to driver after ignition shut down.
Page 209: Fcw Limited Warning
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 FCW Limited Warning LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED If the DID displays “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality” LaneSense Operation or “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front Wind- The LaneSense system is operational at speeds above shield” momentarily, there may be a condition that limits 37 mph (60 km/h) and below 112 mph (180 km/h).
Page 210: Turning Lanesense On Or Off
208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When only a single lane marking is detected and the Turning LaneSense ON Or OFF driver unintentionally drifts across the lane marking (no The default status of LaneSense is “OFF”. turn signal applied), the LaneSense system provides a The LaneSense button is located on the center stack visual warning through the DID to prompt the driver to below the Uconnect display.
Page 211: Lanesense Warning Message
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 LaneSense Warning Message The LaneSense system will indicate the current lane drift condition through the Driver Information Display (DID). 7.0 Driver Information Display (DID) Screen — If Equipped When the LaneSense system is ON; the lane lines are gray when both of the lane boundaries have not been detected and the LaneSense indicator is solid white.
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been NOTE: The LaneSense system operates with the similar approached and is in a lane departure situation, the behavior for a right lane departure when only the right left thick lane line flashes yellow (on/off), the left thin lane marking has been detected.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 • For example: If approaching the left side of the lane the steering wheel will turn to the right. Lanes Sensed (White Lines/Green Indicator) • When the LaneSense system senses a lane drift situa- tion, the left thick lane line and left thin line turn solid Lane Sensed (Solid Yellow Thick Line, Solid Yellow Thin Line/Solid Yellow Indicator)
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE thin line remains solid yellow. The LaneSense indicator changes from solid yellow to flashing yellow. At this time torque is applied to the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the lane boundary. •...
Page 215: Changing Lanesense Status
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 Changing LaneSense Status NOTE: • When enabled the system operates above 37 mph The LaneSense system settings can be configured through the Uconnect system screen. (60 km/h) and below 112 mph (180 km/h). Follow these steps to change the LaneSense settings: •...
Page 216: Parksense Front And Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKSENSE FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST — ParkSense Sensors IF EQUIPPED The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/ The ParkSense Park Assist system provides visual and bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is audible indications of the distance between the rear within the sensors’...
Page 217: Parksense Warning Display
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 ParkSense Warning Display The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing a single arc in one or more regions based on the obstacle’s The ParkSense Warning screen will only be displayed if distance and location relative to the vehicle.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Single 1/2 Second Tone/Solid Arc Slow Tone/Solid Arc...
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 Slow Tone/Solid Arc Fast Tone/Flashing Arc...
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone/Flashing Arc Continuous Tone/Flashing Arc The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater 79-59 inches 59-47 47-39 39-25 25-12 Less than (inches/cm) than (200-150 cm) inches inches inches inches 12 inches 79 inches (150-120 cm) (120-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) (30 cm) (200 cm) Arcs —...
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: ParkSense will reduce the volume of the radio, if left and/or right front region and will produce a fast on, when the system is sounding an audio tone. sound tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the Front Park Assist vehicle and the tone will change from fast to continuous.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 Fast Tone/Flashing Arc Continuous Tone/Flashing Arc The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Front Distance Greater than 47-39 inches 39-25 inches 25-12 inches Less than (inches/cm) 47 inches (120-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 inches (120 cm) (30 cm) Arcs — Left None None None 2nd Flashing...
Page 225: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 Front Park Assist Audible Alerts Enabling And Disabling ParkSense ParkSense will turn off the Front Park Assist audible alert ParkSense can be enabled and disabled with the (chime) after approximately three seconds when an ob- ParkSense switch, located on the switch panel below the stacle has been detected, the vehicle is stationary, and Uconnect display.
Page 226: Service The Parksense Park Assist System
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE switch is pushed, and requires service, the ParkSense vehicle graphic will be displayed with UNAVAILABLE switch LED will blink momentarily, and then the LED at either the front or rear sensor location depending on will be ON.
Page 227: Cleaning The Parksense System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 • Construction equipment, large trucks, and other vibra- clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other obstruction and then cycle the ignition. If the message continues to appear see tions could affect the performance of ParkSense. an authorized dealer.
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE obstacle behind or in front of the fascia/bumper, or it CAUTION! (Continued) could provide a false indication that an obstacle is the sensors will not be detected when they are in behind or in front of the fascia/bumper. close proximity.
Page 229: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF WARNING! (Continued) EQUIPPED pay attention to your surroundings. Failure to do so Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear can result in serious injury or death. Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen •...
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If your vehicle is equipped with the Camera Delay When enabled, active guide lines are overlaid on the feature and it is turned ON, the rear camera image will be image to illustrate the width of the vehicle and its displayed for up to 10 seconds when the vehicle is shifted projected backup path based on the steering wheel out of REVERSE unless the forward vehicle speed ex-...
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be Drivers must be careful when backing up even when driven slowly when using ParkView to be able to using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always stop in time when an obstacle is seen.
Page 232: Overhead Console
230 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) and power sunroof switches may the console.
Page 233: Courtesy Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 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.
Page 234: Sunglasses Bin Door
232 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 hand-held transmitters the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The storage compart- that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ment access is a “push/push”...
Page 235: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink system.
Page 236: Programming A Rolling Code
234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons. • If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to Firmly push and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices program while keeping the HomeLink indicator light there may be a light that blinks when the garage door in view.
Page 238: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to (Rolling Code) 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while keeping the HomeLink indicator light To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, in view.
Page 239: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 • To program the two remaining HomeLink buttons, Canadian/Gate Operator Programming repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT For programming transmitters in Canada/United States erase the channels. that require the transmitter signals to “time-out” after several seconds of transmission.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to NOTE: 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- program while keeping the HomeLink indicator light ming is complete and the garage door/device should in view.
Page 241: Using Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 2. Push and hold the desired HomeLink button until the To do this, push and hold the two outside buttons for 20 indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not seconds until the red indicator flashes. Note that all release the button.
Page 242: General Information
240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you have any problems, or require assistance, please WARNING! (Continued) call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at after 1982. Do not use a garage door opener without HomeLink.com for information or assistance. these safety features.
Page 243: Commandview Sunroof With Power Shade - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 COMMANDVIEW SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE — IF EQUIPPED The CommandView sunroof switch is located to the left between the sun visors on the overhead console. The power shade switch is located to the right between the sun visors on the overhead console.
Page 244: Opening Sunroof - Express
242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! (Continued) Push the switch rearward and release it within one-half accessible to children. Do not leave the ignition of second. The sunroof and sunshade will open automati- a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go in the cally from any position.
Page 245: Closing Sunroof - Manual Mode
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- Opening Power Shade — Manual Mode cally. This is called “Express Close.” During Express To open the shade, push and hold the switch rearward. Close operation, any other actuation of the switch will The shade will open and stop automatically at the stop the sunroof.
Page 246: Closing Power Shade - Manual Mode
244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the sunroof is open, the shade will close to the NOTE: If the sunshade is in the closed position when the half-open position. Pushing the shade close button again vent switch is pushed, the sunshade will automatically will automatically close both the sunroof and shade cycle to the halfway open position prior to the sunroof completely.
Page 247: Sunroof Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain NOTE: Ignition Off time is programmable through the open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings/Customer rence and can be minimized.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • All accessories connected to the “battery” powered outlets should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against discharge. • To ensure proper cigar lighter operation, a MOPAR knob and element must be used.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a power NOTE: If the Media Hub is in use, do not exceed the outlet located in the storage area of the center console. maximum power of 100 Watts (8 Amps) for the center console power outlet.
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The instrument panel power outlet and dual rear console USB ports can be changed to “battery” powered all the time by moving the #12 20 Amp fuse from “IGN” to “B+”. Refer to “Rear Power Distribution Center Cover”...
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • After the use of high power draw accessories or • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw long periods of the vehicle not being started (with power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 252: Cupholders
250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS Front Seat Cupholders The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the center console. Front Cupholders Heated And Cooled Cupholders — If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with heated and cooled cupholders.
Page 253: Rear Seat Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 WARNING! When using the cupholder in the “Hot” position, avoid contact with the heated portion of the cup- holder in order to reduce the possibility of burns. Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injuries, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion or other physical condition must exercise par-...
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE convenient access to beverage cans or bottles while passengers. The light ring is controlled by the Dimmer maintaining a resting place for the rear occupant’s el- Control. Refer to “Lights” in “Understanding The Fea- bows.
Page 255: Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 STORAGE Console Features There is a cubby bin located forward of the gear selector. Glove Compartment The cubby bin is covered with a push-push actuated The glove compartment is located on the passenger side door.
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE like tissue boxes. In addition, the 12 volt power outlet, USB and Aux jack are located here. Center Console Inside the center console armrest, there is a removable upper storage tray that can be slid forward/rearward on Upper Storage Tray rails for access to the lower storage area.
Page 257: Door Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Driving with the console compartment lid open may result in injury in a collision. Door Storage The door panels contain storage areas. Front Door Trim Storage...
Page 258: Rear Seat Armrest Storage - If Equipped
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Seat Armrest Storage — If Equipped Cargo Area — Vehicles Equipped With 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat For rear passengers there is a storage bin located in the armrest. Lift upward on the latch to open the storage The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying compartment.
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! position, the seat will not provide the proper sta- The weight and position of cargo and passengers can bility for child seats and/or passengers. An improp- change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle erly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Page 260: Cargo Area Features
258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CARGO AREA FEATURES Trunk Mat — If Equipped A trunk mat covers the bottom of the cargo area. The trunk mat is used to protect the interior of the trunk from mud, snow, and debris. Grocery Bag Hooks The rear cargo area is equipped with grocery bag hooks, located on either side of the rear cargo area.
Page 261: Cargo Net
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 Cargo Net REAR WINDOW FEATURES The rear cargo area is equipped with a cargo net. Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is located on the climate control. Push this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped).
Page 262: Power Sunshade - If Equipped
260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The power sunshade can be operated using the Uconnect CAUTION! System. Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to Push the “Controls” button and then push the “Rear the heating elements: Sunshade” button to raise the power sunscreen. Push the •...
Page 263: Load Leveling System - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The automatic load leveling system will provide a level- riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading conditions. A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takes approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) of driving for the leveling to complete depending on road surface conditions.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Gear Shift Indicator (GSI) — If Equipped ..304 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..266 ▫ DID Selectable Menu Items ....305 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Customer Programmable Features — ▫ Operating Tips ..... . .348 Uconnect 8.4 Settings ....317 PERSONALIZED MENU BAR .
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 ▫ Uconnect Access (8.4A/8.4AN) ... .361 ▫ SiriusXM Travel Link (8.4A/8.4AN)..367 ▫ Vehicle Health Alert ....362 ▫...
Page 268: Instrument Panel Features
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 7 — Glove Compartment 13 — Headlight Switch 2 — Driver Information Display (DID) Controls 8 — Uconnect System Hard Controls 14 — Adaptive Cruise Control 3 — Instrument Cluster 9 —...
Page 269: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Premium Instrument Cluster...
Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Tachometer 5. Temperature Gauge • Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute • The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem- (RPM x 1000). perature. Any reading within the normal range indi- cates that the engine cooling system is operating 2.
Page 271: Warning And Indicator Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS CAUTION! (Continued) IMPORTANT: The warning / indicator lights switch on remains on the “H”, turn the engine off immediately in the instrument panel together with a dedicated mes- and call an authorized dealer for service. sage and/or acoustic signal when applicable.
Page 272: Red Telltale Indicator Lights
270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 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.
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic (ABS) are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force system.
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped Red Telltale What It Means Light Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped This light will flash at a fast rate for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle security alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly until the vehicle is disarmed.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 Engine Temperature Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condition. If the engine coolant temperature is too high, this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound. If the temperature reaches the upper limit, a continuous chime will be sound for 4 minutes or until the engine is allowed to cool whichever comes first.
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 en- gine is running, there may be a malfunction with the charging system. Contact your autho- rized dealer as soon as possible.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 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 ve- hicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light turns Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
Page 280 278 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.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 Transmission Temperature Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means Light Transmission Temperature Warning Light This light indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot. This may occur with severe usage. If this light turns on, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Then, place the trans- mission into NEUTRAL and run the engine at idle speed or apply light foot pressure to increase the engine speed RPM until the Transmission Temperature light turns off.
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electric Power Steering Fail Warning — If Equipped Red Telltale What It Means Light Electric Power Steering Fail Warning — If Equipped This light is used to manage the electrical warning of the EPS (Power Steering System). Re- fer to “Power Steering”...
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 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. Trunk Open Warning Light Red Telltale What It Means...
Page 284: Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights
282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights Rear Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Rear Fog Light Indicator This indicator will illuminate when the rear fog lights are on.
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 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.
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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.
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 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.
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off. With Drive Modes the ESC OFF indicator will be lit any time the Traction modes is set to Sport, Track or Full OFF.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 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.
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on possible and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS CAUTION! malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is The TPMS has been optimized for the original combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipment tires and wheels.
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Low Fuel Warning Indicator Light Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Low Fuel Warning Indicator Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 2.8 gal (10.6 L), this light will turn on and a single chime will sound.
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 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.
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Service Forward Collision Warning Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light Service Forward Collision Warning Indicator Light This light indicates a potential system fault with the FCW system. Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)”...
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped The LaneSense system provides the driver with visual and steering torque warnings when the vehicle starts to drift out of its lane unintentionally without the use of a turn signal. •...
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL LaneSense Failure Indicator Light — If Equipped Yellow Telltale What It Means Light LaneSense Failure Indicator Light This light will turn on when the LaneSense system is not operating and needs service. Please see your authorized dealer. Service Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator Light —...
Page 297: Green Telltale Indicator Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 Green Telltale Indicator Lights LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped Green Telltale What It Means Light LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped The LaneSense indicator is solid green when both lane markings have been detected and the system is “armed”...
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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. Turn Signal Indicator Lights Green Telltale What It Means Light...
Page 299: White Telltale Indicator Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 Electronic Speed Control SET Indicator Light Green Telltale What It Means Light Electronic Speed Control SET Indicator Light This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is SET. Refer to “Electronic Speed Control” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further information. White Telltale Indicator Lights Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator Light White Telltale...
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped White Telltale What It Means Light LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped When the LaneSense system is ON, the LaneSense indicator is solid white when only the left or right lane marking has been detected. When both lanes are detected the telltale will light up green, and the system will be ready to provide visual warnings in the instrument cluster display if an unintentional lane departure occurs.
Page 301: Blue Telltale Indicator Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set Light — If Equipped White Telltale What It Means Light Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set Light — If Equipped This light will turn on when the Adaptive Cruise Control is engaged and the target vehicle is detected.
Page 302: Driver Information Display (Did)
300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY (DID) The system allows the driver to select information by pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering The Driver Information Display (DID) features an inter- wheel: active display which is located in the instrument cluster. This system conveniently allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pushing the arrow buttons located on the left side of the steering wheel.
Page 303 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 Up And Down Arrow Buttons: NOTE: • Holding the UP Using the UP or DOWN arrow button allows or DOWN arrow button or you to cycle through the Main Menu Items. or RIGHT arrow button will loop the LEFT user through the currently selected menu or options Changes the Main Screen area and Menu Title...
Page 304: Engine Oil Life Reset
302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL For Screen Setup: Engine Oil Life Reset • The OK button allows user to enter menu and sub- Oil Change Required menus. Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change • Within each submenu layer, the UP indicator system.
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go 3. Push and release the RIGHT arrow button to access the ”Oil Life” screen. Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Oil Change Required” message 4.
Page 306: Gear Shift Indicator (Gsi) - If Equipped
304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Secondary Method Of Resetting Engine Oil Life Gear Shift Indicator (GSI) — If Equipped 1. Without pushing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE START/STOP button and place the ignition to the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine). 2.
Page 307: Did Selectable Menu Items
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 • Tire Pressure Monitor Display (DID) when the recommended gear shift point has been reached. This indication notifies the driver that • Coolant Temp changing gear will allow a reduction in fuel consump- • Trans Temp tion.
Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu — If Equipped ACC Set The DID displays the current ACC system settings. The When ACC is set, the set speed will display in the information displayed depends on ACC system status. instrument cluster.
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) — If Refer to “LaneSense — If Equipped” in “Understanding Equipped” in “Understanding The Features Of Your The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further information. Vehicle” for further information. Fuel Economy LaneSense —...
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Hold the OK button to reset average fuel economy Stored Messages information. This feature shows the number of stored warning mes- sages, if any. Pushing the RIGHT or LEFT arrow Trip Info button will allow you to scroll through the stored Toggle the LEFT or RIGHT arrow button to...
Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 • Average L/100km (or MPG) 3. Center • Current L/100km (or MPG) • Menu Title (default) • Trip A Distance • Compass • Trip B Distance • Outside Temp. • None • Time • Range to Empty 2.
Page 312: Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message - Electrical Load Reduction Actions - If Equipped
310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Odometer load reduction actions will take place to extend the • Show (default) driving time and distance of the vehicle. This is done by reducing power to or turning off non-essential electrical • Hide loads.
Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 • 115V AC Power Inverter System NOTE: • The charging system is independent from load reduc- • Audio and Telematics System tion. The charging system performs a diagnostic on the Loss of the battery charge may indicate one or more of charging system continuously.
Page 314 312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Unusual driving cycles (short trips separated by long What to do when an electrical load reduction action parking periods). message is present (“Battery Saver On” or “Battery Saver Mode”) • The vehicle was parked for an extended period of time During a trip: (weeks, months).
Page 315: Cybersecurity
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 • Evaluate the latest driving cycles (distance, driving evaluates and takes appropriate steps as needed. Similar time and parking time). to a computer or other devices, your vehicle may require software updates to improve the usability and perfor- •...
Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • To help further improve vehicle security and minimize WARNING! (Continued) the potential risk of a security breach, vehicle owners may result in an accident involving serious injury should: or death. • Routinely check www.driveuconnect.com/software- •...
Page 317: Setting The Analog Clock
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK UCONNECT SETTINGS To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument The Uconnect system uses a combination of buttons on panel, push and hold the button until the setting is the touchscreen and buttons on the faceplate located on correct.
Page 318: Buttons On The Faceplate
316 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. Turn the control knob to scroll through menus and change settings (i.e., 30, 60, 90), push the center of the control knob one or more times to select or change a setting (i.e., ON, OFF).
Page 319: Buttons On The Touchscreen
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 Buttons On The Touchscreen Comfort, Engine Off Options, Audio, Phone/ Bluetooth, SiriusXM Setup, Restore Settings, Clear Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the Personal Data and System Information. Uconnect Touchscreen. NOTE: CAUTION! • Only one touchscreen area may be selected at a time. Do not attach any object to touchscreen, doing so can •...
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL screen. Pressing the Up or Down Arrow button on the NOTE: To make changes to the Display Brightness with right side of the screen will allow you to toggle up or Headlights ON setting, the headlights must be on and down through the available settings.
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 • Control Screen Time-Out — If Equipped Theme button on the touchscreen, then select the desired theme option button until a check-mark appears showing When this feature is selected, the Controls Screen will that the setting has been selected. stay open for five seconds before the screen times out.
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Temperature Units Select from: “°C,” or “°F.” After pressing the “Units” button on the touchscreen you may select each unit of measure independently displayed Voice in the Driver Information Display (DID), and navigation After pressing the “Voice” button on the touchscreen the system (if equipped).
Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 • Set Time Minutes Clock After pressing the “Clock” button on the touchscreen the This feature will allow you to adjust the minutes. The following settings will be available: “Sync time with GPS” button on the touchscreen must be unchecked.
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Forward Collision Warning (FCW) — Active Braking Safety & Driving Assistance After pressing the “Safety & Driving Assistance” button on The FCW system includes Advanced Brake Assist (ABA). the touchscreen the following settings will be available: When this feature is selected, the ABA applies additional brake pressure when the driver requests insufficient •...
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 For further information, refer to “Lane Departure Warn- Press the “Normal” button on the touchscreen to provide ing (LDW)” in “Understanding The Features Of Your greater steering feel, requiring greater steering effort. Vehicle”. Press the “Comfort” button on the touchscreen to provide a balance of steering feel and steering effort.
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “Sound and Display” button. Refer to “ParkSense” in default volume setting is MEDIUM. To make your selec- “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for sys- tion, press the “Rear ParkSense Vol.” button on the tem function and operating information. touchscreen, until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the setting had been selected.
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 • Blind Spot Alert — If Equipped NOTE: If your vehicle has experienced any damage in the area where the sensor is located, even if the fascia is When this feature is selected, the Blind Spot Alert feature not damaged, the sensor may have become misaligned.
Page 328 326 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 and the wipers are on, the delay turned OFF), the rear camera mode is exited and system will automatically activate the windshield wipers the previously viewed screen appears again.
Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 • Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped Lights After pressing the “Lights” button on the touchscreen the When this feature is selected, and the headlight switch is following settings will be available. in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on ap- proximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on.
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped Doors & Locks After pressing the “Doors & Locks” button on the touch- When this feature is selected, the headlights will turn on screen the following settings will be available: whenever the engine is running.
Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 • 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks make your selection, press the “Flash Lights with Lock” button on the touchscreen, until a check-mark appears When Driver Door is selected with 1st Press Of Key Fob next to setting, showing that the setting has been se- Unlocks, only the driver’s door will unlock with the first lected.
Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If the vehicle is programmed 1st Press Of Key Fob setting, showing that the setting has been selected. Refer Unlocks “All Doors,” all doors will unlock no matter to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” in “Things To Know Before which Passive Entry equipped door handle is grasped.
Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat Vehicle Start” button to select from “Off,” “Remote Start” location (if Personal Settings Linked to Key Fob is set to or “All Starts” until a check-mark appears next to setting, ON) when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Key Fob is showing that setting has been selected.
Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Balance/Fade 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. To change the This feature allows you to adjust the Balance and Fade Engine Off Power Delay setting, press the “+” or “-” settings.
Page 335 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 • Surround Sound — If Equipped Phone/Bluetooth After pressing the “Phone/Bluetooth” button on the This feature provides simulated surround sound mode. touchscreen the following settings will be available: To make your selection, press the “Surround Sound” button on the touchscreen, select “On”...
Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To reactivate your service, either call the number listed on After pressing the “SiriusXM Setup” button on the touch- the screen or visit the provider online. screen, the following settings will be available: NOTE: SiriusXM Travel Link is a separate subscription •...
Page 337: Uconnect Radios - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 “Cancel” or “X” to exit without making changes. Once System Information the settings are restored, a pop up appears stating After pressing the “System Information” button on the Settings reset to default. touchscreen the following information will be available: Clear Personal Data •...
Page 338: Aux/Usb/Mp3 Control
336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AUX/USB/MP3 CONTROL This feature allows an external USB device to be plugged into the USB port. The Media hub also allows the use of an SD card. For further information, refer to the Uconnect Supplement Manual.
Page 339: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel at the three and nine o’clock positions. Rear USB Charging Ports The USB “Charge Only” ports will recharge battery operated USB devices when connected.
Page 340: Radio Operation
338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a The button located in the center of the left-hand control push-button in the center and controls the volume and will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- mode of the sound system.
Page 341: Radio Operation And Mobile Devices
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during mobile device operation when 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become not using Uconnect (if equipped).
Page 342: Dual Zone Automatic Climate Controls With
340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Dual Zone Automatic Climate Controls With Buttons On The Touchscreen Touchscreen Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the Uconnect system screen. Buttons On The Faceplate The buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect screen.
Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Buttons On The 4. AUTO Operation Button Faceplate And Buttons On The Touchscreen) Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by 1. MAX A/C Button adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Performing this function will cause the system to switch between Press and release to change the current setting, the manual mode and automatic modes.
Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Rear Defrost Button CAUTION! (Continued) Press and release this button to turn on the rear window • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). window cleaners on the interior surface of the An indicator will illuminate when the rear window window.
Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 temperature settings or on the touchscreen, press and speeds can be selected using either the blower control slide the temperature bar button towards the blue arrow knob on the faceplate or the buttons on the touchscreen for cooler temperature settings.
Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 11. Modes NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con- ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air warmer air from the floor outlets. comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, •...
Page 347: Climate Control Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 13. Driver Temperature Control Down Button NOTE: In Sync mode, this button will also automatically adjust the passenger temperature setting at the same Provides the driver with independent temperature con- time. trol. Push the button on the faceplate for cooler tempera- ture settings or on the touchscreen, press and slide the Climate Control Functions temperature bar button towards the blue arrow for cooler...
Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If your air conditioning performance seems lower than Recirculation Control expected, check the front of the A/C condenser (lo- When outside air contains smoke, odors, or cated in front of the radiator), for an accumulation of high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, dirt or insects.
Page 349: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) NOTE: • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings. Automatic Operation The system automatically adjusts the temperature, 1. Press the AUTO button on the faceplate or the AUTO mode, and blower speed to provide comfort as quickly button on the touchscreen on the Automatic Tempera- as possible.
Page 350: Operating Tips
348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by Summer Operation adjusting the blower control. The fan will now operate at The engine cooling system must be protected with a a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected. This high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corro- allows the front occupants to control the volume of air sion protection and to protect against engine overheating.
Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 fresh air and high blower setting. This will ensure eliminate window fogging on the front windshield. adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility When this occurs, recirculation will be unavailable. of compressor damage when the system is started again. Outside Air Intake Window Fogging Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the...
Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions...
Page 353: Personalized Menu Bar
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 PERSONALIZED MENU BAR 1. Press the “Apps ” button to open the App screen. The Uconnect features and services in the main menu bar 2. Press and hold, then drag the selected App to replace are easily changed for your convenience.
Page 354: Get Started
352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 in- structions.
Page 355: Basic Voice Commands
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 Basic Voice Commands The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect system. Push the VR button . After the beep, say: • Cancel to stop a current voice session •...
Page 356: Radio
354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Notice the visual cues that inform you of your voice Radio recognition system’s status. Cues appear on the touch- Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM screen. Satellite Radio stations you would like to hear. (Subscrip- tion or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial required.) Push the VR button .
Page 357: Media
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 TIP: At any time, if you are not sure of what to say or Media want to learn a Voice Command, push the VR button Uconnect offers connections via USB, SD, Bluetooth and and say “Help.” The system will provide you with auxiliary ports (If Equipped).
Page 358: Phone
356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIP: Press the “browse” button on the touchscreen to see Phone all of the music on your iPod or USB device. Your Voice Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy Command must match exactly how the artist, album, with Uconnect.
Page 359: Voice Text Reply
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 TIP: When providing a Voice Command, push the Phone Voice Text Reply button and say “Call,” then pronounce the name Uconnect will announce incoming text messages. Push exactly as it appears in your phone book. When a the Phone button and say Listen.
Page 360 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PRE-DEFINED VOICE TEXT REPLY RESPONSES I’ll call you I need See you in later. directions. <number> of minutes. I’m on my way. Can’t talk right now. I’m lost. Thanks. TIP: Your mobile phone must have the full implementa- tion of the Message Access Profile (MAP) to take advan- tage of this feature.
Page 361: Climate (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 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.
Page 362 • For the 8.4A Uconnect System, say: “Enter state.” • For the 8.4AN Uconnect System, say: “Find address 800 Chrysler Drive Auburn Hills, Michigan.” 2. Then follow the system prompts. TIP: To start a POI search, push the VR button .
Page 363: Uconnect Access (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 Uconnect Access (8.4A/8.4AN) NOTE: Uconnect Access is available only on equipped vehicles purchased within the continental United States, WARNING! Alaska and Hawaii. Services can only be used where coverage is available; see coverage map for details. ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the 9-1-1 Call road.
Page 364: Vehicle Health Alert
362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Health Alert Your vehicle will send you an email alert if it senses a problem under the hood with one of your vehicles key systems. For further information go to the Mopar Owner Connect website moparownerconnect.com. Register (8.4A/8.4AN) To unlock the full potential of Uconnect Access in your vehicle, you first need to register with Uconnect Access.
Page 365: Mobile App (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 Signing up is easy! Simply follow the steps above. Or, press the “Apps ” button on the touchscreen to “Register By Web” to complete the process using your smartphone or computer. For further information please visit DriveUconnect.com. Mobile App (8.4A/8.4AN) You’re only a few steps away from using remote com- mands and playing your favorite music in your vehicle.
Page 366: Voice Texting (8.4A/8.4An)
364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Press the app you’d like to connect to your vehicle. Voice Texting (8.4A/8.4AN) 4. Enter your login information for the selected app and 1. To send a message, push the Phone button . After press Link.
Page 367: Yelp (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 Apple iPhone iOS6 or later supports reading incoming TIP: text messages only. To enable this feature on your Apple • Voice Texting is not compatible with iPhone, but if iPhone, follow these 4 simple steps: your vehicle is equipped with Siri Eyes Free, you can use your voice to send a text message.
Page 368 366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Once the YELP home screen appears on the touch- screen, push the VR button , then say: “YELP search.” 4. Listen to the system prompts and after the beep, tell Uconnect the place or business that you’d like Uconnect to find.
Page 369: Siriusxm Travel Link (8.4A/8.4An)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 SiriusXM Travel Link (8.4A/8.4AN) Need to find a gas station, view local movie listings, check a sports score or the 5 - day weather forecast? SiriusXM Travel Link is a suite of services that brings a wealth of information right to your Uconnect 8.4AN system.
Page 370: Siri Eyes Free - If Equipped
368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Siri Eyes Free — If Equipped Automatic reply messages can be: • “I am driving right now, I will get back to you shortly.” If your vehicle is equipped with Siri Eyes Free, you can use your voice to send text messages, schedule •...
Page 371: General Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 • The term IC before the certification/registration num- General Information ber only signifies that Industry Canada technical speci- This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry fications were met. Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Additional Information 1.
Page 373 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Ignition Park Interlock ....383 STARTING PROCEDURES ....376 ▫...
Page 374 372 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Flowing/Rising Water ....396 ▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) ....406 ▫...
Page 375 STARTING AND OPERATING 373 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ....428 ▫ Premium System ..... .444 ▫...
Page 376 374 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Vehicle Certification Label ....461 FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED ......454 ▫...
Page 377 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 ▫ Two-Wheel Drive And All-Wheel Drive ..475 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) ....475...
Page 378: Starting Procedures
376 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if in a location accessible to children), and do not present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat leave the ignition (of a vehicle equipped with...
Page 379: Keyless Enter-N-Go
STARTING AND OPERATING 377 Keyless Enter-N-Go CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- This feature allows the driver to oper- ing precautions are not observed: ate the ignition switch with the push • Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL of a button, as long as the Remote into any forward gear when the engine is above Start/Keyless Enter-N-Go Key Fob is...
Page 380 378 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. The system takes over and attempts to start the above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the engine will shut off. vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will The ignition switch position will remain in the ACC disengage automatically after 10 seconds.
Page 381: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -22°F Or −30°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 379 NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN 4. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to (engine not running) position and the transmission is in return the ignition to the OFF position. PARK, the system will automatically time out after 30 Extreme Cold Weather (Below –22°F Or −30°C) minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the...
Page 382: After Starting
380 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and WARNING! (Continued) hold it. could enter the catalytic converter and once the 3. Push and release the ENGINE START/STOP button engine has started, ignite and damage the converter once.
Page 383: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 381 The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one WARNING! (Continued) hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- the driver side of the vehicle.
Page 384 382 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to ing precautions are not observed: be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a •...
Page 385: Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 383 Ignition Park Interlock Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission This vehicle is equipped with a Ignition Park Interlock The transmission is controlled using a rotary electronic which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the gear selector located on the center console. The transmis- engine can be turned off.
Page 386 384 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles (kilometers). Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears.
Page 387 STARTING AND OPERATING 385 DRIVE or SPORT position will manually select the trans- When parking on a level surface, you may shift the mission gear, and will display the current gear in the transmission into PARK first, and then apply the parking instrument cluster as 1, 2, 3, etc.
Page 388 386 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL “OFF”, remove the key fob from the vehicle, and if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If 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-...
Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 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.
Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 (if equipped;...
Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389 access SPORT mode, push down on the gear selector and may not re-engage if the engine is turned off and rotate it fully clockwise, or push the SPORT button in the restarted. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be center stack.
Page 392: Autostick - If Equipped
390 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Wait approximately 30 seconds. braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, and improve overall vehicle performance. This system 5. Restart the engine. can also provide you with more control during passing, 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain driving, longer detected, the transmission will return to normal trailer towing, and many other situations.
Page 393 STARTING AND OPERATING 391 • If AutoStick is engaged while the transmission gear AutoStick (as described below). Tapping (-) to enter AutoStick will downshift the transmission to the next selector is in the SPORT position, manual gear selec- lower gear, while using (+) to enter AutoStick will retain tion will be maintained until the gear selector is the current gear.
Page 394 392 STARTING AND OPERATING • If a requested downshift would cause the engine to To disengage AutoStick mode, press and hold the (+) over-speed, that shift will not occur. shift paddle until D or S is once again indicated in the instrument cluster.
Page 395: Sport Mode - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 SPORT MODE — IF EQUIPPED provide improved throttle response and modified shift- ing for an enhanced driving experience, as well the greatest amount of steering feel. This mode may be activated and deactivated by pushing the Sport button on the instrument panel switch bank.
Page 396: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
394 STARTING AND OPERATING AWD operation could be activated by outside tempera- CAUTION! ture, wheel slip, or other predetermined conditions (there may be a slight delay for AWD engagement after a wheel All wheels must have the same size and type tires. slip condition occurs).
Page 397: Traction
STARTING AND OPERATING 395 • Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! • Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. visible. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the rear •...
Page 398: Shallow Standing Water
396 STARTING AND OPERATING Flowing/Rising Water WARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- WARNING! cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph Do not drive on or across a road or path where water (8 km/h) when driving through standing water. is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 399: Electric Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 397 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contami- • Always check the depth of the standing water nated, as this may result in further damage. Such before driving through it. Never drive through damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited standing water that is deeper than the bottom of Warranty.
Page 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING Alternate electric power steering efforts can be selected service. Refer to “Driver Information Display (DID)” in through the Uconnect System. Refer to ”Customer Pro- “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- grammable Features” or “Performance Control — If formation.
Page 401: Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L Engine Only - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 399 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINE ONLY release the parking brake, press the park brake pedal a — IF EQUIPPED second time and let your foot up as you feel the brake disengage. This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting off four of the engine’s eight cylinders during light load and cruise conditions.
Page 402 400 STARTING AND OPERATING 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.
Page 403: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 401 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the A child could operate power windows, other con- parking brake released, a brake system malfunction trols, or move the vehicle. is indicated.
Page 404: Electronic Brake Control System
402 STARTING AND OPERATING In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for Assist (HSA), Traction Control System (TCS), Electronic example, repeated brake applications with the engine Stability Control (ESC), and Electronic Roll Mitigation OFF), the brakes will still function. The effort required to (ERM).
Page 405: Brake System Warning Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 403 Brake System Warning Light and driven. During this self-check, you may hear a slight clicking sound as well as some related motor noises. The red “Brake System Warning Light” will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may ABS is activated during braking when the system detects stay on for as long as four seconds.
Page 406 404 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- • The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip- ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase ment that may be susceptible to interference braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded caused by improperly installed or high output by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or...
Page 407: Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 405 Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light Brake Assist System (BAS) The amber “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” will turn on The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position capability during emergency braking maneuvers.
Page 408: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
406 STARTING AND OPERATING does not apply the throttle before this time expires, the WARNING! system will release brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill as normal. The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, The following conditions must be met in order for HSA to nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing activate:...
Page 409 STARTING AND OPERATING 407 is in PARK or NEUTRAL. For vehicles equipped with Towing With HSA a manual transmission, if the clutch is pressed, HSA HSA will also provide assistance to mitigate roll back will remain active. while towing a trailer. WARNING! WARNING! There may be situations where the Hill Start Assist...
Page 410 408 STARTING AND OPERATING • If disabling HSA using Uconnect Settings, refer to WARNING! (Continued) “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- • Failure to follow these warnings may cause the ment Panel” for further information. vehicle to roll down the incline and could collide For vehicles not equipped with the DID, perform the with another vehicle, object or person, and cause following steps:...
Page 411: Traction Control System (Tcs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 409 7. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then an other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning additional slighty more than one-half turn to the right. wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning.
Page 412 410 STARTING AND OPERATING • Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than WARNING! appropriate for the steering wheel position. • Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent • Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than the natural laws of physics from acting on the appropriate for the steering wheel position.
Page 413 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 ESC On WARNING! (Continued) This is the normal operating mode for the ESC. When- • Vehicle modifications, or failure to properly main- ever the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in this tain your vehicle, may change the handling charac- mode.
Page 414 412 STARTING AND OPERATING • ESC Sport and ESC Track (If equipped) are ESC WARNING! partial off mode(s). When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality of Full Off – If Equipped ESC, (except for the limited slip feature described in This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use the TCS section), has been disabled and the “ESC Off only and should not be used on any public roadways.
Page 415 STARTING AND OPERATING 413 ESC modes may also be affected by drive modes – if position. It should go out with the engine running. If the equipped. “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has WARNING! been detected in the ESC system.
Page 416: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
414 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) • The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momen- speed of the vehicle.
Page 417: Ready Alert Braking (Rab)
STARTING AND OPERATING 415 Ready Alert Braking (RAB) WARNING! Ready Alert Braking may reduce the time required to Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- reach full braking during emergency braking situations. tions and driving conditions, influence the chance It anticipates when an emergency braking situation may that wheel lift or rollover may occur.
Page 418: Tire Safety Information
416 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 419 STARTING AND OPERATING 417 • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into into the sidewall.
Page 420 418 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: R = Construction code – R means radial construction, or – D means diagonal or bias construction 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 –...
Page 421: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 419 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 •...
Page 422 420 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation – This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
Page 423: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 421 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 Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after 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.
Page 424: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
422 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Example Tire Placard Location (Door)
Page 425 STARTING AND OPERATING 423 Tire And Loading Information Placard Example Tire Placard Location (B-Pillar) Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle. 2. Total weight your vehicle can carry.
Page 426 424 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of 4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or spare tires.
Page 427 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 428 426 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 429: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 427 Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 430: Tire Inflation Pressures
428 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Economy WARNING! (Continued) Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle resulting in higher fuel consumption. to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 At least once a month: 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the • Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire side- pocket-type pressure gauge.
Page 432: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
430 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) WARNING! during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pressure build up or your tire pressure will be too low. High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous.
Page 433: Tire Types
STARTING AND OPERATING 431 Tire Repair Tire Types If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it All Season Tires — If Equipped meets the following criteria: All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (Spring, • The tire has not been driven on when flat. Summer, Fall and Winter).
Page 434 432 STARTING AND OPERATING driving conditions. Install Winter tires on your vehicle Snow Tires when ambient temperatures are less than 40°F (5°C) or if Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires roads are covered with ice or snow. For more informa- during the Winter.
Page 435: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 433 While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid See the tire pressure monitoring section for more infor- and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be mation. poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- Spare Tires —...
Page 436 434 STARTING AND OPERATING equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equip- of your vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled rotation for your vehicle.
Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 Full Size Spare — If Equipped your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. first opportunity. This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Page 438: Tire Spinning
436 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or to help you in determining when your tires should be for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- replaced.
Page 439: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 437 • 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).
Page 440 438 STARTING AND OPERATING wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu- you may have on tire specifications or capability. Failure facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva- to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect lent to the originals in size, quality and performance the safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle.
Page 441: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
STARTING AND OPERATING 439 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) WARNING! (Continued) Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard capacity, other than what was originally equipped against damage.
Page 442 440 STARTING AND OPERATING • No other tire sizes are recommended for use with a tire CAUTION! (Continued) chain or traction device. occurs that could indicate device breakage. Remove the damaged parts of the device before further use. WARNING! • Install device as tightly as possible and then re- Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow) tighten after driving about ½...
Page 443: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 441 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at does not apply to some directional tires that must not be different loads and perform different steering, driving, reversed.
Page 444: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
442 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the limit for any reason, including low temperature effects driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- and natural pressure loss through the tire.
Page 445 STARTING AND OPERATING 443 NOTE: When filling warm tires, the tire pressure may CAUTION! need to be increased up to an additional 4 psi (30 kPa) • The TPMS has been optimized for the original above the recommended cold placard pressure in order to turn the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light off.
Page 446: Premium System
444 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care the tire. and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition.
Page 447 STARTING AND OPERATING 445 • Various TPMS messages, which display in the Driver Information Display (DID) • TPM Telltale Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The TPM Telltale Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires.
Page 448 446 STARTING AND OPERATING display in the DID will change color back to the original color, and the TPM Telltale Light will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this informa- tion.
Page 449 STARTING AND OPERATING 447 a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes (- -) 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. in place of the pressure value to indicate which sensor is 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. not being received.
Page 450: General Information
448 STARTING AND OPERATING SYSTEM message for a minimum of five seconds and General Information then display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the 4.
Page 451: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 449 FUEL REQUIREMENTS Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experience these 3.6L Engine — If Equipped symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before consid- ering service for the vehicle. This engine is designed to meet all emis- 5.7L Engine —...
Page 452: Reformulated Gasoline
450 STARTING AND OPERATING making a heavy knocking sound, see your dealer imme- Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends diately. Use of gasoline with an octane number lower Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- than 87 can cause engine failure and may void or not be genates such as ethanol.
Page 453: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 451 • Operate in a lean mode. are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or not be covered under New Vehicle Limited • OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light” on. Warranty. • Poor engine performance. Modifications that allow the engine to run on com- •...
Page 454: Materials Added To Fuel
452 STARTING AND OPERATING therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents should the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal be avoided. Many of these materials intended for gum and California reformulated gasoline. and varnish removal may contain active solvents or similar ingredients.
Page 455: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 453 Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune WARNING! or malfunctioning and may require immediate ser- Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. vice. Contact your authorized dealer for service Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon assistance.
Page 456: Starting And Operating Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) - If Equipped
454 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive yellow gas cap can operate on E-85. with all side windows fully open. Ethanol Fuel (E-85) FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) —...
Page 457: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 455 Fuel Requirements NOTE: • Use seasonally adjusted E-85 fuel (ASTM D5798). With If your vehicle is E-85 compatible, it will operate on unleaded gasoline with any octane rating, or solely E-85 non-seasonally adjusted E-85 fuel, hard starting and fuel, or any mixture of these fuels.
Page 458: Starting
456 STARTING AND OPERATING FCA Material Standard MS-6395. It is recommended that Cruising Range engine oils that are API Certified and meet the require- Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter ments of Material Standard MS-6395 be used. MS-6395 than gasoline, an increase in fuel consumption will be contains additional requirements, developed during ex- experienced.
Page 459: Maintenance
STARTING AND OPERATING 457 Maintenance CAUTION! Do not use ethanol mixtures greater than 85% in your vehicle. It will make it more difficult for your engine to start under cold conditions, may affect drivability, and could cause engine damage. ADDING FUEL 1.
Page 460 458 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. 4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel- ing.
Page 461: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release
STARTING AND OPERATING 459 WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled. • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regula- tions and may cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 462: Vehicle Loading
460 STARTING AND OPERATING Follow the steps below to open the fuel door in case of an 3. Pull the release cable. emergency: 1. Open the trunk. 2. Remove the access cover (located on the left side inner trim panel). Release Cable VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on...
Page 463: Vehicle Certification Label
STARTING AND OPERATING 461 Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the VIN. (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Vehicle Certification Label The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
Page 464: Overloading
462 STARTING AND OPERATING Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and WARNING! (Continued) shorten useful service life. Heavier axles or suspension or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can components do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose GVWR.
Page 465: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 463 NOTE: Common Towing Definitions • Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed to the The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR and GAWRs.
Page 466 464 STARTING AND OPERATING The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your WARNING! fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale. It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR.
Page 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 Trailer Sway Control tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, it pro- The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be vides for a more level ride, offering more consistent installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing that typically provides adjustable friction associated with...
Page 468: Trailer Hitch Classification
466 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.
Page 469: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 467 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Max. GTW Max. Tongue Weight Engine/Transmission Frontal Area (Gross Trailer Weight) (See Note) 3.6L Automatic 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)
Page 470: Towing Requirements
468 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the “Tire And Loading Information”...
Page 471 STARTING AND OPERATING 469 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a • Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on and it will not shift during travel. When trailering the tow vehicle.
Page 472 470 STARTING AND OPERATING “Tires – General Information” in “Starting And Oper- CAUTION! ating” for information on tire pressures and for proper • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles tire inflation procedures. (805 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle •...
Page 473 STARTING AND OPERATING 471 Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes WARNING! • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake This could cause inadequate braking and possible system and cause it to fail.
Page 474 472 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances. Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety.
Page 475: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 473 Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing up the trailer in an area located away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing.
Page 476 474 STARTING AND OPERATING • To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as neces- • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. sary to avoid extended driving at high RPM. Return to •...
Page 477 STARTING AND OPERATING 475 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND CAUTION! MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- Two-Wheel Drive And All-Wheel Drive ments can cause severe transmission and/or transfer Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground, case damage.
Page 479 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...478 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES ...491 ▫ Preparations For Jump-Start ....491 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 480: Hazard Warning Flashers
478 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the center In any of the following situations, you can reduce the of the instrument panel between the center air outlets. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action.
Page 481: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 479 WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS CAUTION! Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure Driving with a hot cooling system could damage that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,” time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the pull over and stop the vehicle.
Page 482 480 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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.
Page 483: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 481 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle WARNING! should be jacked on a firm level surface only. • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the Avoid ice or slippery areas.
Page 484 482 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Opening The Access Panel Spare Tire Fastener 3. Remove the fastener securing the spare tire. 4. Remove the spare tire. 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack.
Page 485: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 483 WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immediately.
Page 486: Jacking And Changing A Tire
484 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. Jacking And Changing A Tire 3. Set the parking brake. WARNING! 4. Place the gear selector into PARK. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to 5. Turn OFF the ignition. help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: 6.
Page 487 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 485 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift.
Page 488 486 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and lug wrench. 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle. 3.
Page 489 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 487 Rear Jacking Location Front Jacking Location 5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire and install the spare tire.
Page 490 488 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts and tire. 7.
Page 491 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 489 NOTE: 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. 10.
Page 492: Road Tire Installation
490 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has hicle.
Page 493: Jump-Starting Procedures
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 491 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
Page 494 492 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact.
Page 495: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 493 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park CAUTION! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle WARNING! or the discharged vehicle.
Page 496 494 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable WARNING! from the negative (-) post of the booster battery. Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) 3. Disconnect the positive (+) jumper cable from the post of the discharged battery.
Page 497: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 495 NOTE: Shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be CAUTION! (Continued) achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or less. the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to Whenever the transmission remains in NEUTRAL for degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from more than 2 seconds, you must press the brake pedal to starting.
Page 498: Manual Park Release
496 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Push the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic WARNING! Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Off mode, before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- Control”...
Page 499 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 497 WARNING! (Continued) allow your vehicle to roll away if it is not secured by the parking brake or by proper connection to a tow vehicle. Activating the Manual Park Release on an unsecured vehicle could lead to serious injury or death for those in or around the vehicle.
Page 500 498 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Insert the screwdriver into the slot in the center of the 5. While holding the locking tab in the disengaged lever, and disengage the lever locking tab by pushing position, pull the tether strap to rotate the lever up and it to the right.
Page 501: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 499 To Reset The Manual Park Release: 3. Pull up gently on the tether strap to confirm that the lever is locked in its stowed position. 1. Push the latch (at the base of the lever, on the rear side) rearward (away from the lever) to unlatch the lever.
Page 502 500 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Towing Wheels OFF RWD MODELS AWD MODELS Condition The Ground Wheel Lift or Front NOT RECOMMENDED (but, if NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow used, same limitations as above) Rear NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED, but, if used: •...
Page 503: All Wheel Drive (Awd) Models
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 501 limitation on speed or distance. Since the ignition MUST CAUTION! be in the ON/RUN position to tow in this manner, AWD • DO NOT use sling-type equipment when towing. vehicles must be towed with ALL FOUR wheels OFF the ground (e.g.
Page 504: Without The Key Fob
502 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- CAUTION! sion is operable, this vehicle may be flat towed (with all four wheels on the ground) under the following condi- Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- tions: ments can cause severe transmission damage.
Page 505 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... .515 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..505 ▫...
Page 506 504 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Brake System ......531 ▫ Front Fog Lamp ..... .561 ▫...
Page 507: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 505 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 6 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 2 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Remote Jump Start (Negative Battery Post) 8 —...
Page 508: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 6 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 2 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Remote Jump Start (Negative Battery Post) 8 —...
Page 509: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 507 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 emissions control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 510: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
508 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”...
Page 511 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 509 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- •...
Page 512: Replacement Parts
510 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.
Page 513: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 511 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.
Page 514: Engine Oil
512 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Checking Oil Level — 5.7L Engine To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must Checking Oil Level — 3.6L Engine be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must regular intervals, such as once a month.
Page 515 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 513 Change Engine Oil American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa- This symbol means that the oil has tion.
Page 516 514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 3.6L Engine Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 5.7L Engine MOPAR SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to FCA Material MOPAR SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to FCA Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil, Shell Helix or Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil, Shell Helix or equivalent is recommended for all operating tempera- equivalent is recommended for all operating tempera-...
Page 517: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 515 Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi- Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and ber should not be used.
Page 518: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
516 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in the “Mainte- The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters nance Schedules” section for the proper maintenance varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be intervals.
Page 519 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 517 WARNING! (Continued) over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme- diately with large amounts of water. • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 Volts.
Page 520: Air Conditioner Maintenance
518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance CAUTION! test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this • It is essential when replacing the cables on the time. battery that the positive cable is attached to the WARNING! positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post.
Page 521: A/C Air Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 519 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R1234yf — If CAUTION! 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.
Page 522 520 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Remove the access door in the cowl screen by pressing the retaining clips. Filter Access Cover 3. Remove the used filter. Access Door 4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the 2. Unsnap both ends and lift the filter access cover. direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the vehicle (text and arrows on the filter will indicate this).
Page 523: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 521 Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as MOPAR Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and wear.
Page 524: Windshield Wiper Blades
522 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Blades Adding Washer Fluid Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 525: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 523 The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gallon (4 liters) of have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- washer fluid when the message “Low Washer Fluid” haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- appears in the Driver Information Display (DID).
Page 526 524 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park In the event of engine malfunction, particularly over materials that can burn. Such materials might involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of be grass or leaves coming into contact with your performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Page 527: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 525 In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning Cooling System engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop WARNING! the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool. •...
Page 528 526 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT. fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) by an Cooling System —...
Page 529: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 527 Selection Of Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032), by an au- “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. thorized dealer as soon as possible. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine CAUTION! coolant (antifreeze) products.
Page 530 528 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- miles (240,000 km) before replacement. To prevent reduc- ing this extended maintenance period, it is important that ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- (antifreeze) solution.
Page 531 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529 HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency, WARNING! (Continued) have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with an overheated engine. Heat causes pressure to OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) as soon as build up in the cooling system. To prevent scalding possible.
Page 532 530 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground maintain the proper level, only OAT coolant that meets spills immediately.
Page 533: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 531 • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti- operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant ONLY the correct type thermostat.
Page 534 532 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require- WARNING! (Continued) ments described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake possible brake damage.
Page 535: Automatic Transmission
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 533 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be reservoir. • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
Page 536 534 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used transmission. Avoid using transmission sealers as they in any transmission; only the approved lubricant should may adversely affect seals. be used. CAUTION! CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration...
Page 537: All Wheel Drive (Awd) - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 535 transmission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis- The all wheel drive system consists of a transfer case and sion damage. front differential.
Page 538: Rear Axle
536 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Changes Change Axle Fluid Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. maintenance intervals. Rear Axle Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion required.
Page 539 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 537 The following maintenance recommendations will enable Washing you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- resistance built into your vehicle. hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with What Causes Corrosion? clear water.
Page 540 538 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar CAUTION! cause that destroys the paint and protective coating, • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible. The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of such as steel wool or scouring powder that will the owner.
Page 541 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 539 • To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use CAUTION! (Continued) MOPAR Wheel Cleaner. or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro- NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor or tective finish. Only MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or Black Satin Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, equivalent is recommended.
Page 542 540 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For grease stains, apply MOPAR Multi-Purpose and MOPAR Total Clean. Care should be taken to avoid Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter- gents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean your leather •...
Page 543 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 541 To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and CAUTION! reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- Damage caused by these type of products may not be lowed by rinsing.
Page 544 542 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly. The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care WARNING! must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
Page 545: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 543 FUSES WARNING! (Continued) • Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition WARNING! is off and that all the other services are switched off • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap- and/or disengaged. •...
Page 546: Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
544 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses) CAUTION! The Front Power Distribution Center is located in the • When installing the power distribution center engine compartment. This module contains fuses and cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly relays.
Page 547 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 545 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – – Fuse – Spare 40 Amp Green – Radiator Fan #1 – (Non 6.2L Supercharged) 50 Amp Red – Electric Power Steering #1 – If Equipped / Radiator Fan (6.2L Supercharged) – If Equipped 30 Amp Pink –...
Page 548 546 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – – Fuse – Spare – – Fuse – Spare – 20 Amp Yellow Left HID – If Equipped – 20 Amp Yellow Right HID – If Equipped 50 Amp Red –...
Page 549 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 547 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 15 Amp Blue Transmission Control Module (Challenger/ Charger Police) / Electronic Shift Module (Challenger) – – Fuse – Spare – 25 Amp Clear Engine Module – – Fuse – Spare –...
Page 550 548 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red EPS (Challenger) / EHPS (Police)/AC Clutch Relay / Vacuum Pump Relay / Fuel Pump Relay (Challenger) / Rad Fan Relays (Challenger) – 10 Amp Red AWD Module (Charger/300) / Front Axle Disconnect (Charger/300) / Adaptive Cruise (Challenger) –...
Page 551: Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 549 Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses) There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays. Fuse cavity location and de- scriptions are printed on the inside of the power distri- bution center cover.
Page 552 550 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use • When installing the power distribution center only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may positioned and fully latched.
Page 553 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 551 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 60 Amp Yellow – Front PDC Feed #1 – – Fuse – Spare 60 Amp Yellow – Front PDC Feed #2 30 Amp Pink – Sunroof/Dome Lamp – Police 20 Amp Blue – Police 40 Amp Green –...
Page 554 552 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – – Fuse – Spare 30 Amp Pink – Mod Network Interface – Police – – Fuse – Spare – – Fuse – Spare 30 Amp Pink – Fuel Pump – 20 Amp Yellow –...
Page 555 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 553 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 15 Amp Blue Ignition Switch/RF Hub Module/Steering Col- umn Lock (300) – If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Steering Column Module/Clock (300) – 5 Amp Tan Battery Sensor – 15 Amp Blue Electronic Exhaust Valve –...
Page 556 554 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 15 Amp Blue Cluster / Rearview Mirror / Compass (Charger/300) / Humidity Sensor – – Fuse – Spare – 10 Amp Red Adaptive Front Lighting / Auto High BEAM / Day Time Running Lamps –...
Page 557 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 555 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – – Fuse – Spare – 10 Amp Red Airbag Module – 20 Amp Yellow Adjustable Pedals – Police – 5 Amp Tan Heated Washer Nozzles (Charger) – – Fuse – Spare –...
Page 558: Vehicle Storage
556 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – – Fuse – Spare – – Fuse – Spare VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass days, you may want to take these steps to protect your cartridge types.
Page 559 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 557 Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp Overhead Console Reading Lamps Visor Vanity Lamps A6220 Glove Compartment Lamp – If Equipped Door Courtesy Shift Indicator Lamp JKLE14140 Optional Door Map Pocket/Cupholder LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer for replacement instructions.
Page 560 558 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Halogen Headlamp) 9005HL+ Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Xenon Headlamp) D3S (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Front Turn Signal Lamp PSY24WSV Front Park Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Daytime Running Lamp LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Front Fog Lamp –...
Page 561: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 559 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 HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned conditions change to allow the condensation to change ON.
Page 562: Front Turn Signal Lamps
560 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Reach behind the headlamp housing to access the CAUTION! headlamp (outboard) bulb cap. Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil 3. Firmly grasp the cap and rotate it counterclockwise to contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the unlock it.
Page 563: Front Fog Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 561 4. Squeeze the two tabs on the side of the bulb socket and Rear Backup Lamp And Turn Signal Lamps pull straight out from the lamp assembly. The Rear Backup and Turn Signal Lamp use LED sources that are not serviceable separately.
Page 564: Fluid Capacities
562 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES Fluid Capacities — 3.6L U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 87 Octane, 0-15% Ethanol or up to 85% Ethanol for Flex Fuel 18.5 Gallons 69.9 Liters (E-85) Engine Engine Oil With Filter SAE 5W-20, API Certified 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters Cooling System*...
Page 565: Fluid Capacities - 5.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 563 Fluid Capacities — 5.7L U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 89 Octane Recommended – 87 Octane Acceptable, 0-15% Ethanol 18.5 Gallons 69.9 Liters Engine Oil With Filter SAE 5W-20, API Certified 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System* MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula 14.5 Quarts 13.9 Liters or equivalent –...
Page 566: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
564 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS CAUTION! (Continued) Important Information OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032), by an au- thorized dealer as soon as possible. CAUTION! • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional •...
Page 567: Engine - 3.6L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 565 Engine — 3.6L Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 En- gine Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix.
Page 568: Engine - 5.7L
566 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine — 5.7L Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 En- gine Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix.
Page 569: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 567 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, Or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission — 8-Speed 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.
Page 571 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart.....572 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .570...
Page 572 570 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The “Oil Change Required” message will be displayed in the DID and a single chime will sound, indicating that an Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change oil change is necessary. indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator scheduled maintenance.
Page 573 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 571 Severe Duty All Models Required Maintenance Intervals: Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is page for the required maintenance intervals.
Page 574 572 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary. Inspect the rear axle fluid.
Page 575 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 573 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Or Kilometers: Replace cabin/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.
Page 576 574 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 577 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .577 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 578 576 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .584 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ..583 ▫...
Page 579: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 577 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 580: Fca Us Llc Customer Center
578 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized FCA US LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
Page 581: In Mexico Contact
1-800-380-CHRY. Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require Customer Service Chrysler International Services LLC assistance can use the special needs relay service offered P.O. Box 191857 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711...
Page 582 580 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only We appreciate that you have made a major investment the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with...
Page 583: Warranty Information
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 581 WARRANTY INFORMATION If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy DVD, for the terms and provisions of FCA US LLC campaign.
Page 584: Publication Order Forms
582 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE defect to the Canadian government should contact Trans- complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system, port Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and and/or components is written in straightforward lan- Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/ guage with illustrations, diagrams, and charts.
Page 585: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 583 starting, operating, emergency and maintenance proce- All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal dures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety tips. safety requirements in addition to these grades. Call toll free at: Treadwear •...
Page 586: Traction Grades
584 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Traction Grades controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and and C.
Page 587 INDEX...
Page 588 586 INDEX About Your Brakes .....399, 401 Front Air Bag ......61 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) .
Page 589 INDEX 587 Alarm Automatic High Beams .....152 Arm The System ......20 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC).
Page 590 588 INDEX Battery ......276, 516 Parking ......399 Charging System Light .
Page 591 INDEX 589 Changing A Flat Tire ..... . .481 Cleaning Chart, Tire Sizing ......417 Wheels .
Page 592 590 INDEX Disposal Of Used Coolant ....529 Deck Lid, Emergency Release ....46 Drain, Flush, And Refill .
Page 593 INDEX 591 Remote .......31 Traction Control System ....409 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .
Page 594 592 INDEX Break-In Recommendations ....96 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....514 Checking Oil Level .
Page 595 INDEX 593 Flash-To-Pass ......157 Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...564 Flexible Fuel Vehicles Fog Lights .
Page 596 594 INDEX Fuses ........543 Automatic ......151 Cleaning .
Page 597 INDEX 595 Hitches Jacking Instructions ......484 Trailer Towing ......466 Jack Location .
Page 598 596 INDEX Passive Entry ......35 Light Bulbs ......101, 556 Passive Entry Programming .
Page 599 INDEX 597 High Beam/Low Beam Select ....157 Vanity Mirror ......120 Illuminated Entry .
Page 600 598 INDEX Lug Nuts .......479 Rearview ......110 Vanity .
Page 601 INDEX 599 Filter Disposal ......515 Paint Care ......536 Identification Logo .
Page 602 600 INDEX Sunroof ......241 Radial Ply Tires ......430 Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .
Page 603 INDEX 601 Reformulated Gasoline .....450 Remote Starting Refrigerant ......519 Exit Remote Start Mode .
Page 604 602 INDEX Seat Belt Pretensioner .....58 Towing ......501 Seat Belt Reminder .
Page 605 INDEX 603 Adjustment ......131, 133 Service Assistance ......577 Easy Entry .
Page 606 604 INDEX Cancel .......174 Steering Wheel Audio Controls ....337 Resume .
Page 607 INDEX 605 Tire And Loading Information Placard ..422, 423 Replacement ..... . .437, 490 Tire Markings .
Page 608 606 INDEX Traction ....... .394 Transmitter Battery Service Traction Control ......409 (Remote Keyless Entry) .
Page 609 INDEX 607 Do Not Disturb ......368 Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) ..19 Siri Eyes Free .
Page 610 608 INDEX Windows ....... .41 Power ....... .41 Reset Auto-Up .
Page 611 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.

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