Summary of Contents for Dodge 2012 Challenger SRT8
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2 0 1 2 Challenger SRT8 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
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VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or optional name Chrysler Canada Inc.
4 INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized INTRODUCTION Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.
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. NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm ....18 ▫...
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10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ....25 Trunk Lock And Release ....40 ▫...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belt Extender ..... 55 Safety Tips ......80 ▫...
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ignition switch.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion.
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Removing Key Fob From Ignition at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob to the then pull the key out with your other hand.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • If your vehicle battery becomes low or dead, your access to an unlocked vehicle. Key Fob will become locked in the ignition. •...
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE will cause the reminder chime to sound. Refer to “Start- CAUTION! ing Procedures” in “Starting And Operating” for further information. An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the Key Fob from vehicle, cycle the ignition SENTRY KEY OFF with Keyless Enter-N-Go, and lock all doors The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor-...
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the Replacement Keys bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the electronics.
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho- • This device must accept any interference that may be rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a received, including interference that may cause unde- blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the Rearming Of The System If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to vehicle: disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn the horn •...
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk To Disarm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of button on the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the the following methods: Vehicle Security Alarm.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds becomes disconnected, the Vehicle Security Alarm will or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition remain armed when the battery is reconnected;...
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Inserting the Key Fob with RKE transmitter into To Unlock The Doors the ignition switch disables the system from responding Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE to any button presses from that RKE transmitter. Driving transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system within five seconds, to unlock both doors.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • When not using the EVIC, perform the following activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UN- steps: LOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm. 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when...
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- To Lock The Doors ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key ter to lock both doors.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 • When not using the EVIC, perform the following Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm activated steps: will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm. 1.
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless Transmitter Battery Replacement you turn it off by either pressing the PANIC button a The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 5 mph NOTE: Perchlorate Material –...
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal halves of the case together. Make sure there is an even distance, check for these two conditions: “gap”...
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Use Remote Start WARNING! All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 programmed). Then, the engine will start and the vehicle To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The will remain in the Remote Start mode for a 15-minute Vehicle cycle. • Press and release the REMOTE START button one time NOTE: or allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute •...
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30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Cancel Remote Start • For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter- Remote Starting will also cancel if any of the following N-Go feature, the ignition switch must be in the occur: ON/RUN position in order to drive the vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 If the door lock knob is down when you shut the door, DOOR LOCKS the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the Key Fob is Manual Door Locks not inside the vehicle before closing the door. To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward.
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil- dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 If you press the power door lock switch while the Key 2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed Fob is in the ignition, and either door is open, the power returned to 0 mph (0 km/h) locks will not operate.
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the Key Fob in the ignition switch. KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the 3. Within 15 seconds, cycle the ignition switch between vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and a OFF and ON/RUN and then back to OFF four times feature of Keyless Enter-N-Go™.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 • 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. •...
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36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock From The Passenger Side: If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front have been closed the vehicle checks the inside and passenger door handle to unlock both doors automati-...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles, press the door handle LOCK button to lock both doors.
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WINDOWS • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you Power Windows must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock The window controls on the driver’s door control both of the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 There is a single window control on the passenger’s door WARNING! trim panel that operates the window on the passenger’s door. The window controls will operate only when the Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position.
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The power window switches will remain active for up to TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF. The trunk lid can be released from inside the vehicle by Opening either door will cancel this feature.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 feature will function only when the vehicle is in the TRUNK SAFETY WARNING unlock condition. WARNING! With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position, the Trunk Open symbol will display in the instrument cluster Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, indicating that the trunk is open.
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS As a security measure, a trunk internal emergency release Some of the most important safety features in your lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the vehicle are the restraint systems: event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the •...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may NOTE: The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage enhance occupant protection by managing occupant inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different energy during an impact event rates of inflation based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision.
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44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- 4. Do not lean against the door or window. If your positioning booster seats. Older children who do not use vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space ride properly buckled up in the rear seat.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even WARNING! (Continued) on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument and cause a collision that includes you.
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46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE normal conditions. However, in a collision, the belt will WARNING! (Continued) lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat vehicle or being thrown out. belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the front seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is contacting the seat when the belt is routed through the seat web guide. When the belt is routed outside of the seat web guide, the latch plate will contact the quarter trim panel.
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48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. a bit on the shoulder belt.
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50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 additional information, refer to “Installing Child Re- Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ straints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt” under the “Child shoulder belt. Restraints” section. The chart below defines the type of feature for each seating position.
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort- 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will ably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Energy Management Feature Seat Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy The seat belts for both front seating positions are Management feature in the front seating positions to help equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (8 km/h), BeltAlert will provide both audio and visual (BeltAlert ) BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and notification.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is Using a seat belt extender when not needed can the best way to keep the baby safe.
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, front, inflation based on several factors, including the severity and rear passengers sitting next to a window.
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58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Instrument Panel Advanced Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • Knee Impact Bolster driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides • Driver Advanced Front Air Bag output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), •...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) WARNING! Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may • No objects should be placed over or near the air provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant bag on the instrument panel, because any such during a side impact.
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60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- WARNING! (Continued) brated to deploy the side air bags during impacts that • If your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, require air bag occupant protection. do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to WARNING!
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi- Air Bags work with the knee bolsters to provide im- tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in proved protection for the driver and front passenger.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration Also, the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are Light in the instrument panel for approxi- not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should mately four to eight seconds for a self-check have deployed.
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64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE are possible, based on the collision type and severity. The WARNING! steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- the air bags inflate to their full size.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Based on several factors, including the severity and type A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the side of collision, the side air bag inflator on the crash side of curtain air bag.
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66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Accident Response System If A Deployment Occurs In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate the communication network remains intact, and the immediately after deployment.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like WARNING! particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot bag inflation.
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68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or • Modifications to any part of the air bag system may not function properly if modifications are could cause it to fail when you need it.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine You will want to have the air bags ready to related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint inflate for your protection in a collision. The Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is were buckled/fastened; required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, •...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear can become a projectile inside the vehicle.
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72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height LATCH child restraint anchor system. Refer to “Lower allowed by the child seat. These child seats are also held Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)”.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 • Make sure that the child is upright in the seat. WARNING! • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug • Improper installation can lead to failure of an as possible.
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74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE you make sure that you can install the child restraint in Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it. Your vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 kits or retrofit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re- straint in any vehicle. All three rear-seating positions have lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating LATCH-compatible child seats.
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76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- are provided with the child restraint system. facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a located at the rear of the seat cushion where it...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 NOTE: WARNING! • Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the Improper installation of a child restraint to the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or the strap.
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78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To attach a child restraint tether strap: Driver Center Passenger CRS Lock CRS Lock CRS Lock 1. Rotate the cover over the anchor directly behind the First Row seat where you are placing the child restraint. Second Row •...
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path Transporting Pets for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly 3.
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the should be considered a normal part of the break-in and limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. not interpreted as an indication of difficulty. However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can SAFETY TIPS be detrimental and should be avoided.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your • Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat confined areas any longer than needed to move belts.
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Floor Mat Safety Information WARNING! (Continued) Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your • Never place or install floor mats or other floor vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they secured to prevent them from moving and inter-...
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. WARNING! (Continued) Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the tires • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the (including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure. driver footwell while the vehicle is moving.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......89 Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped ... 93 ▫...
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86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command — If Equipped ... 123 Lights ......140 ▫...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 ▫ Flash-To-Pass ..... . . 144 ▫ To Set A Desired Speed ....151 ▫...
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88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ..159 ▫ Wind Buffeting ..... . 165 ▫...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Mirror This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated.
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Outside Mirrors Folding Feature To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) The mirrors are equipped with a rotational hinge. The to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight mirrors have one detent (clockwise) towards the rear of overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same Power Mirrors The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s door direction you want the mirror to move. Use the center off trim panel next to the power door lock switch.
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Illuminated Vanity Mirrors “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of Sun An illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor. Visor To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature of the sun visor, rotate swing the mirror cover upward.
For Uconnect™ customer support, visit the following websites: • www.chrysler.com/uconnect Slide-On-Rod Extender • www.dodge.com/uconnect Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED • www.jeep.com/uconnect Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system. Uconnect™ Phone al- • or call 1–877–855–8400 lows you to dial a phone number with your mobile phone using simple voice commands (e.g., “Call”...
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94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Phone allows you to transfer calls between WARNING! the system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s Any voice commanded system should be used only microphone for private conversation.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Voice Command Button Operation Actual button location may vary with the ra- Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ dio. The individual buttons are described in the Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone “Operation”...
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96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE example, you can use the compound form voice Cancel Command command “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and the compound form command into two voice com- you will be returned to the main menu.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 • When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Device” phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the and follow the audible prompts. vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the •...
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98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call By Saying A Name Add Names To Your Uconnect™ Phonebook • Press the button to begin. NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect™ Phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion. •...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- • To call a name from the Uconnect™ Phonebook or book, you will be given the opportunity to add more downloaded Phonebook, follow the procedure in phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the “Call by Saying a Name”...
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100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Only the mobile phone’s phonebook is downloaded. • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone- entry that you wish to edit. book.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Delete Uconnect™ Phonebook Entry • After you enter the name, the Uconnect™ Phone will ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended work, mobile, other, or all. Say the designation you when the vehicle is not in motion.
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Note that only the phonebook in the current language NOTE: The user can also exercise “Edit” or “Delete” is deleted. operations at this point. • Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be • The Uconnect™ Phone will then prompt you as to the deleted or edited.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 call. Press the button to accept the call. To reject the by the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call, press and hold the button until you hear a single call. The first call will be on hold while the second call is beep, indicating that the incoming call was rejected.
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104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Conference Call Call Termination When two calls are in progress (one active and one on To end a call in progress, momentarily press the hold), press and hold the button until you hear a button.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Call Continuation Uconnect™ Phone Features Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Language Selection Uconnect™ Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been To change the language that the Uconnect™ Phone is switched to OFF.
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106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Emergency Assistance Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is not be applicable with the available mobile service and reachable: area. •...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Towing Assistance Paging If you need towing assistance: To learn how to page, refer to “Working with Automated Systems”. Paging works properly except for pagers of • Press the button to begin. certain companies, which time out a little too soon to •...
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108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that The Uconnect™ Phone will then send the corresponding normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as on your mobile phone keypad, you can press the tones over the phone.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect™ keypad and still use the Uconnect™...
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF) from your Uconnect™ Phone paired mobile phone to the When you mute the Uconnect™ Phone, you will still be Uconnect™ Phone or vice versa, press the button able to hear the conversation coming from the other and say “Transfer Call”.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 • When prompted, say “List Phones”. • The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone names of Uconnect™...
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE You can either press the Uconnect™ Phone button to Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ restore the factory setting or repeat the words and Phone phrases when prompted by the Uconnect™ Phone. For Uconnect™...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Voice Command • fully closed windows, • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to • dry weather condition. provide at least ⁄ in (1 cm) gap between the overhead • Even though the system is designed for users speaking console (if equipped) and the mirror.
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114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must • fully closed windows, be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • dry weather conditions, and • You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). •...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Send Messages: Uconnect™ Phone can read or send new messages on You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send your phone. a new message: Read Messages: • Press the button. If you receive a new text message while your phone is •...
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116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List of Preset Messages: 11. See You in 15 minutes 1. Yes 12. I am on my way 2. No 13. I’ll be late 3. Where are you? 14. Are you there yet? 4.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF Bluetooth Communication Link Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the the system from announcing the new incoming mes- Uconnect™...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
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122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 NOTE: Take care to speak into the Voice Interface General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and System as calmly and normally as possible. The ability of RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com- following conditions: mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a...
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists The system will best recognize your speech if the win- options, press the Voice Command button, listen dows are closed, and the heater/air conditioning fan is for the beep, and say your command.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the Radio AM volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Command To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In system is speaking.
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126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) Disc To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) may say the following commands: Satellite Radio •...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 − “Continue” (to continue recording) • “Switch to system setup” − “Delete” (to delete the recording) • “Change to setup” • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) • “Main menu setup” or —...
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Training WARNING! For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect™ • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or Voice “Voice Training” feature may be used. outside of a vehicle.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull upward or push downward on the seat switch, the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when the desired position has been reached.
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130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Push the switch rearward to decrease the lumbar sup- WARNING! port. Pushing upward or downward on the switch will raise and lower the position of the support. • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. CAUTION! Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for Do not place any article under a power seat or HIGH, one for LOW and none for OFF.
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Forward Or Rearward Adjustment WARNING! The adjusting bar is at the front of the seat, near the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or rear- • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin ward.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Manual Front Seatback Recline WARNING! To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the position and release the lever.
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Passenger Seat Easy Entry On the passenger seat, pull forward on the lever located on the side of the seatback in order to dump the seatback and slide the seat forward. You can also temporarily remove the seat belt from the guide loop on the seat and allow the seat belt to retract out of the way.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head WARNING! restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- downward on the head restraint.
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136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The head restraints should only be removed by To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If either restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push of the head restraints require removal, see your autho- button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push rized dealer.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Folding Rear Seat The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area. Pull on the loops located on the upper part of the rear seatback to fold down either or both seatbacks.
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD WARNING! Two latches must be released to open the hood. • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side position.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety CAUTION! catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent LIGHTS for parking light and instrument panel light operation. Headlights And Parking Lights Turn it to the second detent for headlight, parking light The headlight switch is located on the left side of the and instrument panel light operation.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 To activate the delay feature, place the ignition in the OFF Headlights On With Wipers (Available With position while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off Automatic Headlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on the headlights within 45 seconds.
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The high beam headlights will come on as Daytime when the fog lights are turned on. Running Lights whenever the ignition is placed in the NOTE: The fog lights will operate with the low beam RUN position, the headlights are off and the parking headlights or parking lights on.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 NOTE: • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective.
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will turn on the high beam headlights until the lever is released. NOTE: If the multifunction lever is held in the flash-to- pass position for more than 15 seconds, the high beams will shut off.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Dome Light Position Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened. Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is placed in...
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the first WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The multifunction lever operates the windshield detent past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper wipers and washer when the ignition is placed in operation, or to the second detent past the intermittent the ON/RUN or ACC position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper cycles. The delay intervals will double in duration when control is in the delay range, the wipers will operate for the vehicle speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if the headlight switch is placed in the A (AUTO) position. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 The heated steering wheel switch is located on the switch WARNING! bank below the climate controls. Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Press the switch to turn on the heated Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- steering wheel.
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the WARNING! right side of the steering wheel. • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, ex- haustion, or other physical conditions must exer- cise care when using the steering wheel heater.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at To Set A Desired Speed the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired...
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Vary The Speed Setting To Accelerate For Passing When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can in- Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the crease speed by pushing the RES (+) button. If the button pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 WARNING! Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control and have an accident. Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE These lights also turn on when a door is opened, when The HomeLink buttons that are located in the overhead the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) console designate the three different HomeLink chan- transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is nels.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 buttons (I and III) for up 20 seconds. The Electronic Before You Begin Programming HomeLink Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display “CLEAR- before you begin programming.
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manu- factured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identified by the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink On some garage door openers/devices there may be a button you want to program and the hand-held transmit- light that blinks when the garage door opener/device is ter button.
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, button you want to program and the hand-held transmit- follow these steps: ter button.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 To program the remaining two 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.
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button button while you press and release (“cycle”), your hand- To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, held transmitter every two seconds. follow these steps: 4.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Security Troubleshooting Tips It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here in your vehicle. are some of the most common solutions: To erase the channels press and hold the two outside •...
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information WARNING! This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following • Your motorized door or gate will open and close two conditions: while you are programming the universal trans- ceiver.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch (or with the ignition in the Accessory or Run position, for vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go).
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE will close fully and stop automatically. This is called WARNING! (Continued) “Express Close”. During “Express Close” operation, any • Do not allow small children to operate the sun- movement of the switch will stop the sunroof. roof.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows Venting Sunroof — Express Press and release the “Vent” button, and the sunroof will together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs open to the vent position.
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166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This power outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit. If desired, the front power outlet can be converted by your authorized dealer to provide power when the ignition is placed in the OFF position. NOTE: To ensure proper operation a MOPAR knob and element must be used.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Center Console Power Outlet Power Outlet Fuse Locations Items plugged into this power outlet may discharge the 1 — #18 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel 2 — #9 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Center Console battery and/or prevent the engine from starting.
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168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! To avoid serious injury or death: • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in • Only devices designed for use in this type of use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 CAUTION! (Continued) • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cupholders CONSOLE FEATURES The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest Sliding Center Console Armrest between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned The center console armrest slides forward with three forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide con- detents to provide flexibility for comfort, cupholder use venient access to beverage cans or bottles while maintain-...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Console Storage The center console has a storage compartment located underneath the armrest, and also contains a 12 Volt power outlet, a molded-in coin holder (designed to hold various size coins). The center console may also be equipped with a Universal Consumer Interface (UCI).
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear WARNING! window defroster only when the engine is operating. Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- CAUTION! ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to should be stowed while driving.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....176 ▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go Display — If Equipped ......198 Instrument Cluster .
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174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Media Center 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/ Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio RBZ/RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — (Sales Code RES+RSC)....215 If Equipped .
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 ▫ Controlling The iPod Or External USB ▫ CD Player ......240 Device Using Radio Buttons .
178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Tachometer INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS The red segments indicate the maximum permissible 1. Fuel Gauge engine revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when range.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 7. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light 8. Temperature Gauge This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- when the ignition switch is placed in ON/ ture.
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180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 10. Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or turned to the ON/RUN position.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 12. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ • Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped system will be ON, even if it was turned off previously. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator •...
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182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. 17. Shift Lever Indicator — Automatic Transmission This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine. Only The engine oil level must be checked under the hood. The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the instrument cluster.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 the repair technician should leave the odometer reading press the TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the the same as it was before the repair or service. If s/he message. If the problem continues, the message will cannot do so, then the odometer must be set at zero, and appear the next time the vehicle is started.
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184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- WARNING! ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger- indicated by the Brake Warning Light which will turn on ous.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position. equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
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186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS CAUTION! malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is The TPMS has been optimized for the original combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipment tires and wheels.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it the ignition is in the ON/RUN position before engine indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system start. If the MIL does not come on when turning the key is not functioning and that service is required.
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING! A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you drive slowly or park over flammable substances such as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could result in death or serious injury to the driver, occupants or others.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 • Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering • Tire Pressure Monitor System wheel: • Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) • Compass Display •...
190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU Button SELECT Button Press and release the MENU button to access Press and release the SELECT button for access the main menu, or to return to the main menu to main menus, sub-menus or to select a per- from the sub-menus.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 • Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single • Did Not Train chime) • Low Tire Pressure (with a single chime) • Personal Settings Not Available – Vehicle Not in PARK • Service TPM System (with a single chime) •...
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • UPSHIFT will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 sec- onds after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the • Sport Mode Active next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change •...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times The Trip Functions include the following: within 10 seconds. • Average Fuel Economy 3. Cycle the ignition to the OFF/LOCK position. • Distance To Empty Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go •...
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194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL history information will be erased, and the averaging will significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the continue from the last fuel average reading before the LOW FUEL text and a new DTE value will display. reset.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 To Reset The Display Performance Features Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being WARNING! displayed. Press and release the SELECT button once to clear the resettable function being displayed. To reset all Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor- resettable functions, press and release the SELECT button mance Features is intended for off-highway or off-...
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196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This light will illuminate when the sport mode To access, press and release either the UP or DOWN arrow button until “Performance Features” appears in the EVIC, is selected. This mode provides performance then press and release the SELECT button. Press the UP or based tuning with improved handling through DOWN button to cycle through the features.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 • Pressing the SELECT button will clear the current run • The distance measurement will be aborted if the brake time and display the vehicle’s best 0-60 mph pedal is released before the vehicle comes to a com- (0-100 km/h) time.
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The time and speed will continue to display until the • Pressing the SELECT button will clear the peak force SELECT button is pressed. values. • Pressing the SELECT button will clear the current run Digital Speedometer and display the vehicle’s best 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) run.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” in “Starting And Operat- ing” for more information. NOTE: Under certain conditions, the display may be superseded by another display of higher priority. But when the ignition switch position is changed, the display always re-appears.
200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 360 degree turns (in an area free from large metal or Compass Display The compass readings indicate the direction metallic objects) until the “CAL” message displayed in the vehicle is facing. Press and release the the EVIC turns off.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 5. Slowly complete one or more 360-degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” message turns off. The compass will now function normally. Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North.
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Press the UP or DOWN button until “COMPASS • Tire Pressure VARIANCE” message and the last variance zone number Shows the actual tire pressure for each tire (EXCLUDING displays in the EVIC. THE SPARE TIRE). 4.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 NOTE: The EVIC will not change the Uconnect™ lan- the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE guage selection. Refer to “Uconnect™ phone” in “Under- transmitter UNLOCK button. To make your selection, standing The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
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204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned When ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur when off if they were turned on by this feature. To make your the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 Operating” for system function and operating informa- Turn-by-Turn Navigation — If Equipped tion. To make your selection, press and release the When ON is selected, the Turn-by-Turn directions will SELECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears. appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a desig- nated turn within a programmed route.
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Enable/Disable the Rear Park Assist System MEDIA CENTER 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/RBZ/ The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED the vehicle when the transmission is in the REVERSE NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side position and the vehicle speed is less than 11 mph of the unit’s faceplate.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES) Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC side of the radio faceplate. position to operate the radio.
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208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch knob to save time change.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the AM/FM Button mid-range tones.
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. MP3 Audio Play The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by NOTE: pressing the pushbutton twice.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and 10 seconds, it will be reloaded.
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Notes on Playing MP3 Files Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 file player will begin to fast forward until FF is released, or recording media and formats are limited.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after names and folder names is limited. For large numbers writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of of files and/or folders, the radio may be unable to multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in display the file name and folder name, and will assign...
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214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification quency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128,...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which (SALES CODE RES+RSC) allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s side of the radio faceplate.
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio Operating Instructions — Radio Mode will remain tuned to the new station until you make NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC another selection.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes (if equipped).
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218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INFO Button Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the message broadcast from an FM station (FM mode only).
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 MUSIC TYPE Button Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type Information Inform mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button Jazz Jazz or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five News News seconds will allow the program format type to be se-...
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220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. Adjust Program Type 16-Digit Character Display the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL Top 40 Top 40 control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob Weather Weather to save time change. By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is AM/FM Button displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 You may add a second station to each pushbutton by Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press MP3 Audio Play the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the NOTE: display window.
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222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and 10 seconds, it will be reloaded.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 RW/FF Notes On Playing MP3 Files Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 file begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or recording media and formats are limited.
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224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after names and folder names is limited. For large numbers writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of of files and/or folders, the radio may be unable to multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in display the file name and folder name and will assign...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification quency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128,...
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders to return to elapsed time display. on the disc.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a wel- Press this button to change the display to time of day. The come kit that contains general information, including time of day will display for five seconds (when the how to setup your on-line listening account.
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228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is Reception Quality selected. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number following reasons: display will time out in two minutes.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 SEEK Buttons RW/FF Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the up and the left switch to seek down.
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230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next and press and release that button. If a button is not channel with the same selected Music Type name.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod (If Equipped) and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in “Understanding The not fully support the iPod control features. Please visit Features Of Your Vehicle”.
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The center console will have a position where Connecting The iPod Or External USB Device Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external the iPod or consumer electronic audio device cable can USB device to the vehicle’s USB/AUX connector port be routed through without damaging the cable when which is located in the center console or glove compart-...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 NOTE: If the audio device battery is completely dis- Controlling The iPod Or External USB Device charged, it may not communicate with the iPod /USB/ Using Radio Buttons MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained. To get into the iPod /USB/MP3 control mode and access Leaving the audio device connected to the iPod /USB/ a connected audio device, either press the “AUX”...
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234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Turning it clockwise (forward) by one click, while during play mode will jump to the next track in the playing a track, skips to the next track or press the list, or press the VR button and say Next or Previous VR button and say Next Track .
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 SCAN button again. During Scan mode, pressing the • Turning it clockwise (forward) and counterclock- << SEEK and SEEK >> buttons will select the previ- wise (backward) scrolls through the lists, displaying ous and next tracks. the track detail on the radio display.
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236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Preset 2 – Artists device, then follow the same steps to go to the desired track in that list. Not all iPod or external USB device • Preset 3 – Albums sub-menu levels are available on this system. •...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 phone system. Seven devices can be paired to the WARNING! Uconnect™ phone system, but just one can be selected and played. Do not plug in or remove the iPod or external USB device while driving. Failure to follow this warning Selecting Different Audio Device could result in an accident.
238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Previous Track The 12 Channel Class D GreenEdge high efficiency Use the SEEK DOWN button, or press the VR button on amplifier is governed by a high voltage tracking power the radio and say “Previous Track” to jump to the supply and drives a 7.4-channel playback architecture.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Driver- Selectable Surround Sound (DSS)” under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”. Selecting “Surround Sound” through the DSS modes activates the Harman Kardon Logic7 multichannel surround-sound technology in your vehicle.
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing the center button will make the radio switch CD Player between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/ Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next CD/HDD/AUX/VES, etc.). track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track, or to the The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a beginning of the previous track if it is within one second...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective precautions: coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding.
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS Automatic Operation Operation of the system is quite simple. Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) 1. Turn the Mode Control knob (on the right) and the The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- Blower Control knob (on the left) to AUTO. cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 The recommended setting for maximum comfort for the Blower Control average person is 72°F (22°C); however, this may vary. For full automatic operation or for automatic blower operation, turn the NOTE: knob to the AUTO position. In manual •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to • Floor change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets.
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246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Air Conditioner Control NOTE: Press this button to turn on the air • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK conditioning during manual operation position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. only. When the air conditioning is •...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 • Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you Summer Operation can temporarily put the system into Recirculation The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles Mode by pressing the Recirculation button. However, must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant under certain conditions, while in Automatic Mode, to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect the system is blowing air out the defrost vents.
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248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they windshield and provide sufficient heating.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
STARTING AND OPERATING 255 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
256 STARTING AND OPERATING ignition switch to the START position and release when Automatic Transmission – If Equipped the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK 15 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position, position before you can start the engine.
STARTING AND OPERATING 257 Using Fob With Integrated Key (Tip Start) Keyless Enter-N-Go This feature allows the driver to operate NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm the ignition switch with the push of a engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the button, as long as the ENGINE START/ accelerator pedal.
258 STARTING AND OPERATING Removing The Button To start the engine, the transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL. Press and hold the brake pedal while press- 1. The ENGINE START/STOP button can be removed ing the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The system from the ignition switch for key fob use.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 259 procedure. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine display a “Vehicle Not In Park” message and the engine prior to the engine starting, release the button. will remain running. Never leave a vehicle out of the PARK position, or it could roll.
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260 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Keyless Enter-N-Go Functions – With Driver’s Foot • If the ignition switch is left in the ACC position, the OFF The Brake Pedal/Clutch Pedal (In PARK Or system will automatically time out after 30 minutes of NEUTRAL Position) inactivity and the ignition will switch to the OFF The Keyless Enter-N-Go feature operates similar to an...
STARTING AND OPERATING 261 Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or 29°C) WARNING! (Continued) To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- it started.
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262 STARTING AND OPERATING Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE the way to the floor and hold it, then press and hold the START/STOP Button) – Automatic Transmission ENGINE START/STOP button for no more than 15 sec- Only onds. Release the accelerator pedal and the clutch pedal, If the engine fails to start after you have followed the wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting”...
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 CAUTION! WARNING! To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 sec- Remember to disconnect the engine block heater onds before trying again. cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution. After Starting The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will MANUAL TRANSMISSION —...
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264 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: During cold weather, you may experience in- CAUTION! creased effort in shifting until the transmission fluid warms up. This is normal. • Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged, as this will cause abnormal wear on the clutch.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 265 Shifting CAUTION! Fully press the clutch pedal and lift your foot off the accelerator pedal before shifting gears. As you release the Always make sure the vehicle comes to a complete clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator pedal. Damage stop before shifting into REVERSE.
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266 STARTING AND OPERATING Earlier upshifts during cruise conditions (relatively the clutch engaged (clutch pedal released), but it may steady speeds) may result in increased fuel economy. also be heard when driving at low engine RPM. Also, this may be more noticeable when the transmission is Higher upshift speeds may be used to obtain a desired warm.
STARTING AND OPERATING 267 When the “1–4 Skip Shift Indicator Message” is dis- CAUTION! played, the shift mechanism will only allow shifts from first gear to fourth gear. After you shift the transmission • If you skip more than one gear while downshift- to fourth gear, you can press the clutch in and shift to ing or downshift at too high an engine speed, you another forward gear.
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268 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than is at idle speed.
STARTING AND OPERATING 269 the transmission in PARK. This system also locks the shift WARNING! (Continued) lever in PARK whenever the ignition switch is in the OFF • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure position. those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift...
270 STARTING AND OPERATING The electronically-controlled transmission provides a Gear Ranges precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new NEUTRAL into another gear range. vehicle may be somewhat abrupt.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 271 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than the parking brake. Always apply the parking idle speed.
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272 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a num- running.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 273 • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever CAUTION! will not move out of PARK. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you REVERSE must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
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274 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 heavy trailers), use the “AutoStick ” mode reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can result (refer to “AutoStick ”...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 275 may be illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your damaging the transmission.
276 STARTING AND OPERATING mounted shift paddles (+/-). When AutoStick is active, AUTOSTICK the current transmission gear is displayed in the Elec- Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifters Or tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) portion of the Console Mounted Shifter instrument cluster. In AutoStick mode, the transmission AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission feature will shift when manually selected by the driver (using the that offers manual gear shifting to provide you with more...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 277 • The system will ignore attempts to upshift at too low WARNING! of a vehicle speed. Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a • Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their AutoStick is engaged.
278 STARTING AND OPERATING Sport pressed will cycle through three different driving modes. This is the description of each mode of operation: • If AutoStick is engaged while in “Sport” mode, the transmission will remain in the selected gear even when maximum engine speed is reached.
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 vehicle speed, steering inputs, braking and accelera- hold gear at redline during manual shifting (console tion. The transmission will be optimized for smooth shifter or paddle shifters). A “TRACK” message will less, aggressive shifting. The system will return to OFF display in the instrument cluster.
280 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! 3. 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 4.
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 DRIVING THROUGH WATER Flowing/Rising Water Driving through water more than a few inches/ WARNING! centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
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282 STARTING AND OPERATING Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water, consider the following Caution • Driving through standing water may cause dam- and Warning before doing so. age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, CAUTION! transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination...
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph steering capability if power assist is lost.
284 STARTING AND OPERATING apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- WARNING! pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho- rized dealer. Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. CAUTION! Service should be obtained as soon as possible.
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated NOTE: level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light”...
286 STARTING AND OPERATING Manual Transmission – If Equipped Automatic Transmission – If Equipped The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower lower left corner of the instrument panel. To release the left corner of the instrument panel.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 287 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless the parking brake. Always apply the parking Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
288 STARTING AND OPERATING OFF) the brakes will still function. The effort required to CAUTION! brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system operating. If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the parking brake released, a brake system malfunction Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is indicated.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 289 is working properly. This self check occurs each time the WARNING! vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph (11 km/h). • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains sophis- ABS is activated during braking under certain road or ticated electronic equipment that may be suscep- stopping conditions.
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290 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) The “Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent Light” monitors the anti-lock brake system. The the natural laws of physics from acting on the light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering the ON position and may stay on for as long as four...
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 If both the “Brake Warning Light” and the “ABS Warning Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Light” remain on, the ABS and EBD systems are not This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control functioning. Immediate repair to the ABS system is under adverse braking conditions by controlling hydrau- required.
292 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) Brake Assist System (BAS) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each This system complements the ABS by optimizing the driven wheel. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is vehicle braking capability during emergency braking applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is maneuvers.
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 during this short period of time, the system will release WARNING! brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill. The system will release brake pressure in proportion to The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the the intended direction of travel.
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294 STARTING AND OPERATING For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the WARNING! following steps: There may be situations on minor hills (i.e., less than NOTE: You must complete Steps 1 through 8 within 8%), with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, 90 seconds.
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 8. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then an The ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path additional half-turn to the right. that the driver intends to steer the vehicle and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle.
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296 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Operating Modes WARNING! The ESC system has three available operating modes: The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- ESC On vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the This is the normal operating mode for the ESC. When- vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by ever the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in this prevailing road conditions.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 297 The “ESC Off” switch is located in the switch bank near WARNING! the bottom center of the instrument panel. To enter the “Partial Off” mode, momentarily press the “ESC Off” When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS portion of ESC, switch and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator except for the limited wheel slip feature described in Light”...
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298 STARTING AND OPERATING release the TRIP ODOMETER button located on the NOTE: When the ESC is switched OFF, a feature of the instrument cluster to clear this message. The “ESC OFF” system remains active. This feature controls wheel spin message may appear in the Electronic Vehicle Informa- across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential.
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac- ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little ESC OFF Indicator Light The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and Light”...
300 STARTING AND OPERATING Synchronizing ESC TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION If the power supply is interrupted (battery Tire Markings disconnected discharged), “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” may illuminate with the engine running. If this should occur, turn the steering wheel completely to the left and then to the right.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 301 NOTE: • Temporary spare tires are spares designed for tempo- • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. rary emergency use only. Temporary high pressure design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” compact spare tires have the letter “T”...
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302 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart TIRE SIZING TERMS Size Designation: P = Passenger Car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger Car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary compact spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
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STARTING AND OPERATING 303 TIRE SIZING TERMS Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
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304 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 Tire Terminology and Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the Cold Tire Inflation Pressure vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
306 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: Tire and Loading Information Placard Location 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed 2) total weight your vehicle can carry on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the 3) tire size designed for your vehicle...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 307 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. axles must not be exceeded. For further information on 3.
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308 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo NOTE: being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities calculated in Step 4.
310 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side “B” Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to door.
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312 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the winter.
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
314 STARTING AND OPERATING These low-profile high performance tires are not de- WARNING! signed for off-road or winter (snow or cold weather) conditions, and their noise, ride, and wear will be differ- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ent than non-performance tires.
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven WARNING! Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread.
316 STARTING AND OPERATING It is recommended you contact your original equipment Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many or an authorized tire dealer with any questions you may characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for have on tire specifications or capability.
STARTING AND OPERATING 317 TIRE CHAINS WARNING! (Continued) Use only compact chains or other traction aids that meet • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or SAE type “Class S” specifications. Chains must be the capacity, other than what was originally equipped proper size for the vehicle, as recommended by the chain on your vehicle.
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318 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: In order to avoid damage to tires, chains, and CAUTION! (Continued) your vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period on dry • Install chains on the rear wheels as tightly as pavement. Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instruc- possible and then retighten after driving about tions on method of installation, operating speed, and ⁄...
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid SNOW TIRES Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be during the winter. All season tires can be identified by the poorer than that of non-studded tires.
320 STARTING AND OPERATING Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. Remember, more frequent rota- tion is permissible if desired. Also, correct for anything causing rapid or unusual wear prior to performing the tire rotation. Tire Rotation – Four Season/RSA Tires The suggested rotation method for vehicles equipped with all season tires is the “forward-cross”...
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 Tire Rotation – F1 Three Season Tires TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The suggested rotation method is the “side-to-side” as The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the shown in the following diagram. This method is required driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- due to different size tires on the front and rear of the mended cold placard pressure.
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322 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if For example, your vehicle may have a recommended the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure limit for any reason, including low temperature effects of 30 psi (207 kPa).
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STARTING AND OPERATING 323 NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure • The TPMS has been optimized for the original or condition. equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size •...
324 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, The TPMS consists of the following components: and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in • Receiver module, the tire. • Four TPM sensors, Premium System The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless •...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 325 Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible and inflate all of the tires with a low pressure condition (those flashing in the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure inflation value. Once the system receives the updated tire pressures, the system will automatically update, the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flashing, and the “TPM Telltale Light”...
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326 STARTING AND OPERATING Service TPMS Warning If a system fault is detected, the “TPM Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. The system fault will also sound a chime. In addition, the EVIC will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value to indicate which...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 327 If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, The EVIC will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault message for a minimum of five seconds when a system no longer exists, the “TPM Telltale Light”...
328 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, limit, upon the next ignition switch cycle, the “TPM the TPMS will update automatically.
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 The TPM sensors are regulated under one of the follow- as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- ing licenses: ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before considering service for the vehicle. United States ....MRXC4W4MA4 Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and Canada .
330 STARTING AND OPERATING The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline or lines. Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro- E-85 ethanol blends are not the responsibility of the vide excellent performance and durability of engine and manufacturer.
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, E-85 perform the following: therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains MMT. It is even more important to •...
332 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being CAUTION! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s Most of these products contain high concentra- performance: tions of methanol.
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper WARNING! maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mal conditions repaired promptly.
334 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap ADDING FUEL tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler door. Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the CAUTION! left side of the vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel WARNING! tank is full. • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel tank is being filled.
336 STARTING AND OPERATING Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total Vehicle Certification Label load must be limited so that you do not exceed the Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label affixed to...
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Overloading Loading The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store heavier items service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and the down low and be sure you distribute their weight as front and rear GAWR.
338 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Flat Tow None NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Rear Not Recommended Not Recommended On Trailer Automatic Transmission —...
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 Manual Transmission — If Equipped CAUTION! Recreational towing (with rear wheels on the ground) is NOT ALLOWED. The only acceptable method for tow- Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ing this vehicle (behind another vehicle) is on a vehicle ments can cause severe engine or transmission dam- trailer with all four wheels OFF the ground.
342 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the may wear down your battery. switch bank near the bottom center of the instrument IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS panel.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 343 • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum WARNING! heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a You or others can be badly burned by hot engine supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
344 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Storage TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk. 1. Sealant Bottle TIREFIT Location 2. Deflation Button 3. Pressure Gauge 4. Power Button...
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 345 5. Mode Select Knob Selecting Sealant Mode Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this 6. Sealant Hose (Clear) position to inject the TIREFIT Sealant 7. Air Pump Hose (Black) and to inflate the tire. Use the Sealant Hose (clear hose) (6) when selecting 8.
346 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • You can use the TIREFIT air pump to inflate bicycle TIREFIT Usage Precautions tires. The kit also comes with two needles, located in • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant the Accessory Storage Compartment (on the bottom of Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on the the air pump) for inflating sport balls, rafts, or similar bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the sys-...
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 347 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not use TIREFIT or drive the vehicle under the • A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision following circumstances: or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
348 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES This will provide the best positioning of the kit when WARNING! (Continued) injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and running the • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary to place the an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician valve stem in this position before proceeding.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 349 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the the tire. valve stem.
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350 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air pressure within 15 minutes: Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 351 CAUTION! WARNING! • The metal end fitting from Power Plug (8) may get TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the hot after use, so it should be handled carefully. tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using TIREFIT.
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352 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in color) and screw 3. Place the TIREFIT kit in its proper storage area in the the fitting at the end of hose (7) onto the valve stem. vehicle.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 353 3. Press the Sealant Bottle release button. The Sealant JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES Bottle (1) will pop up. Remove the bottle and dispose of If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- it accordingly. started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster 4.
354 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Preparations For Jump-Start The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery posts are located on the right side of the engine compartment for jump-starting.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 355 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised.
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356 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark or the discharged vehicle.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 357 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion.
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358 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Turn off the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) WARNING! before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Stability Program,” or “Traction Control” in “Starting And Oper- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ating” for further information. ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 359 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: 1. Firmly apply the parking brake. 2.
360 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. Wheels OFF The AUTOMATIC Towing Condition MANUAL TRANSMISSION Ground TRANSMISSION If transmission is operable: If transmission is operable: •...
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 361 If the vehicle’s battery is discharged, see “Shift Lever If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission Override” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for instruc- is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all four tions on shifting the automatic transmission out of the wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: PARK position for towing.
362 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Manual Transmission CAUTION! The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. Failure to follow these towing methods can cause severe transmission damage. Such damage is not If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.
368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Trip Odometer button to turn off the message. If the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II problem continues, the message will appear the next time system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the vehicle is started.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced a.
370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a CAUTION! (Continued) fully warmed engine is shut off or before starting the • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids engine after it has sat overnight. that protect the performance and durability of Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance...
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372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months, SAE 0W-40 engine oil is preferred for use in all operating whichever occurs first. temperatures.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters Engine Air Cleaner Filter Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters, maintenance intervals.
374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recommended.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling 1. Remove the access door in the cowl screen by pressing R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- the retaining clips. carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
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378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Unsnap both ends and lift the filter access cover. A/C Air Filter 5. Close the filter access cover. Filter Access Cover 3. Remove the used filter. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. 4.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR Body Lubrication Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent, directly into the Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as lock cylinder. seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- Windshield Wiper Blades cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as...
380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor perfor- in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or mance of blades may be present with chattering, marks, exceeds the temperature range of your climate.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 Exhaust System WARNING! The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain system. carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
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382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- CAUTION! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst leaded fuel only.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- Cooling System age: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- motion.
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384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Coolant Checks drain from the coolant recovery bottle. DO NOT RE- Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every MOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT. applicable).
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 Adding Coolant CAUTION! Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance • Mixing of coolants other than specified HOAT intervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be used up engine coolants may result in engine damage and to five years or 102,000 miles (170 000 km) before may decrease corrosion protection.
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386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant Cooling System Pressure Cap and distilled water. Use higher concentrations (not to The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of coolant exceed 70%) if temperatures below 34°F ( 37°C) are and to ensure that coolant will return to the radiator from anticipated.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 engine OFF and cold, the level of the coolant in the bottle WARNING! (Continued) should be between the ranges indicated on the bottle. • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is specified for your vehicle.
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388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor- • Maintain coolant concentration at 50% HOAT engine ized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot coolant to coolant (minimum) and distilled water for proper enter the radiator. corrosion protection of your engine, which contains aluminum components.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check Brake System In order to assure brake system performance, all brake Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately system components should be inspected periodically. if the “Brake Warning Light” indicates system failure. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
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390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. WARNING! (Continued) Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 391 Manual Transmission – If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) Fluid Level Check • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the left nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could side of the transmission.
392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid Automatic Transmission – If Equipped leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as Selection Of Lubricant they may adversely affect seals. It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- CAUTION! mance.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 Fluid And Filter Changes CAUTION! Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque fluid and filter should be changed.
394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Change Axle Fluid What Causes Corrosion? Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of maintenance intervals. paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. The most common causes are: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion •...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- Special Care lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
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396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, CAUTION! de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These •...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean or MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom- equivalent, or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp mended for leather upholstery. cloth and remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular remove soap residue.
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398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning Headlights quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and not use scrapers or other sharp instruments that may less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. scratch the elements.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 Seat Belt Maintenance FUSES Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical Integrated Power Module solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. compartment.
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400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse • When installing the integrated power module — 15 Amp Washer Motor cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- Blue erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so —...
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Power Distribution Center CAUTION! There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center • When installing the power distribution center contains fuses and relays. cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- erly positioned and fully latched.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 60 Amp — Ignition Off Draw 30 Amp — Heated Seats – Yellow (IOD) Cavity 1 of the Pink If Equipped Rear Power Distribu- —...
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than Fuse Fuse 21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your 30 Amp — Rear Window battery. Pink Defroster 20 Amp...
408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT WARNING! Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of Park/Turn Lamp — Models With Halogen HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned Headlamps — If Equipped ON.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp Tail/Turn And Stop Lamp 1. Remove the front/rear side marker. Use a fiber stick or 1. Open the trunk. similar tool to gently pry the lamp on the outboard side 2. Using a screwdriver, remove the tail lamp retainer. to disengage the clip.
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410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Remove the fasteners from the back of the tail lamp 6. Pull the tail lamp assembly clear from the vehicle to assembly. access the bulbs. 4. Pull back the trunk liner. 7. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 5.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 10. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 11. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail lamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise. 12. Reinstall the tail lamp assembly, fasteners, electrical connector, and trunk liner.
412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Center Tail/Backup Lamp See your authorized dealer for bulb replacement. Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) The CHMSL uses LED lamps that are not serviceable separately. The CHMSL must be replaced as an assembly, see your authorized dealer. License Lamp 1.
414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SM or SM/CF.
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418 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime manual must be done at the times or mileages specified will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary. to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change vehicle performance and reliability.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 419 NOTE: than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required”...
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420 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals CAUTION! as required.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 421 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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422 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 423 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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424 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 42 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature, Authorized Service Center...
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 425 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If you are using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. ❏...
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426 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 427 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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428 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 429 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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430 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 431 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service 114 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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432 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service 126 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 433 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 138 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature, Authorized Service Center...
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434 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If you are using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. ❏...
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 435 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or 150 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
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436 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. 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 NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Vehicle......439 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
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438 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire ▫ Traction Grades ..... 445 Quality Grades ......445 ▫...
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 439 the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental YOUR VEHICLE vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...
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440 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (800) 423–6343 •...
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 441 the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.
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442 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment WARRANTY INFORMATION when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 443 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy you should contact the Customer Service Department campaign.
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444 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Service Manuals • Owner’s Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the information that students and professional technicians assistance of service and engineering specialists to need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC vehi- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group cles.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 445 significantly from the norm due to variations in driving DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- TIRE QUALITY GRADES The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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446 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
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INDEX 467 Water Windshield Washers ....146,147,380 Driving Through ..... 281 Fluid .
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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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