INTRODUCTION Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds may Owner’s Manual and all the Supplements. Be result in loss of control, collision with other Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls, vehicles or objects, going off the road, or over- Group LLC vehicle.
ROLLOVER WARNING IMPORTANT NOTICE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher roll- ALL MATERIAL CONTAINED IN THIS PUBLI- over rate than other types of vehicles. This CATION IS BASED ON THE LATEST INFOR- vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a MATION AVAILABLE AT TIME OF PUBLICA- higher center of gravity than many passenger TION APPROVAL.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make operating permit was issued for the vehicle after When it comes to service, remember that your changes in design and specifications, and/or to the attachment or installation of such parts, it authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has make additions to or improvements in its prod- cannot be implicitly assumed that the driving the factory-trained technicians and genuine...
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS ALTERATIONS against operating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains WARNING! CAUTIONS against procedures that could re- sult in damage to your vehicle. If you do not Any modifications or alterations to this ve- read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss hicle could seriously affect its roadworthi-...
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS NOTE: Key Fob In case the ignition switch does not change The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. with the push of a button, the RKE transmit- Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, This system consists of a Key Fob with Remote ter (Key Fob) may have a low or dead bat-...
NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) With the Uconnect® system, the power win- • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat- dow switches, radio, power sunroof (if tended is dangerous for a number of rea- equipped), and power outlets will remain sons. A child or others could be seriously active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF position.
To Release The Steering Wheel Lock After placing the ignition to the ON/RUN posi- CAUTION! tion, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for Cycle the ignition and start the engine. An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. three seconds for a bulb check. If the light NOTE: Always remove the Key Fob from vehicle, remains on after the bulb check, it indicates that...
General Information CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! The Sentry Key® operates on a carrier fre- • The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is • Always remove the Key Fobs from the quency of 433.92 MHz. The Sentry Key® Im- not compatible with some aftermarket re- vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the mobilizer system is subject to the following mote starting systems.
• For vehicles not equipped with Keyless To Arm The System "Keyless Enter-N-Go™" in "Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle" for further Enter-N-Go™, insert a valid key into the Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security information). ignition switch and turn the key to the ON Alarm: position.
you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the ILLUMINATED ENTRY REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If The courtesy lights will turn on when you use (RKE) this occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock unlock the doors or open any door.
To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate Headlight Illumination On Approach NOTE: This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 Push and release the UNLOCK button on the • Perchlorate Material — special handling seconds when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door may apply.
2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterio- DOOR LOCKS flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently ration. If you touch a battery, clean it with The power door locks can be manually locked pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter rubbing alcohol.
If the lock knob is down when the door is closed, WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the Key • For personal security and safety in the • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the Fob is not inside the vehicle before closing the vehicle, or in a location accessible to chil- event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors...
Automatic Unlock On Exit Feature — If WARNING! Equipped Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a If Auto Unlock is enabled, this feature will unlock collision. Remember that the rear doors can all the doors when the driver’s door is opened if the vehicle is stopped and in PARK.
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NOTE: To Unlock From The Passenger Side: • Passive Entry may be programmed ON/ With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, OFF; refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in grab the front passenger door handle to unlock “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
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If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door NOTE: NOTE: panel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all If the vehicle is unlocked then the liftgate If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is pro- open doors have been closed the vehicle grammed in Uconnect®...
NOTE: WINDOWS • After pushing the door handle button, you Power Windows must wait two seconds before you can The power window controls are located on the lock or unlock the doors, using either driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch Passive Entry door handle.
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The power window switches remain active for Auto-Down Auto Up Feature With Anti-Pinch up to ten minutes after the ignition switch has Both the driver and front passenger window Protection — Driver And Front Passenger been turned OFF. Opening a vehicle front door switches have an “Auto-Down”...
NOTE: Resetting The Auto Up Feature Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the If the window runs into any obstacle during window probably needs to be reset. To reset Auto Up it will reverse direction and then go Auto Up: back down.
LIFTGATE To Lock The Liftgate WARNING! To Unlock/Enter The Liftgate With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter Driving with the liftgate open can allow poi- within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the The liftgate passive entry unlock feature is built sonous exhaust gases into your vehicle.
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• If liftgate is left open for an extended • If anything obstructs the power liftgate The power liftgate may also be opened or closed by pressing the LIFTGATE button lo- period of time, the liftgate may need to be while it is closing or opening, the liftgate cated on the front overhead console, or closed closed manually to reset power liftgate...
• If the power liftgate encounters multiple OCCUPANT RESTRAINT obstructions within the same cycle, the SYSTEMS system will automatically stop and the Some of the most important safety features in liftgate must be opened or closed your vehicle are the restraint systems: manually.
4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System WARNING! (BeltAlert) belt behind them or under their arm. • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the 5. You should read the instructions provided front of an air bag.
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The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only WARNING! (Continued) not active when the outboard front passenger during very sudden stops or collisions. This • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, seat is unoccupied.
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WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Two people should never be belted into a • A seat belt that is buckled into the wrong • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not single seat belt. People belted together buckle will not protect you properly.
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Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit hear a “click.” back and adjust the seat. 2.
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Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure lease button. To verify the shoulder belt Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted anchorage is latched, pull downward on the lap/shoulder belt. shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked into position. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point.
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NOTE: secure a child restraint system. For additional If the passenger seating position is equipped information, refer to “Installing Child Restraints with an ALR and is being used for normal These devices are not a substitute for Using The Vehicle Seat Belt” under the “Child usage: proper seat belt placement by the occupant.
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How To Disengage The Automatic Locking WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Mode • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in • Do not use the Automatic Locking Mode to Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and front of an air bag. A deploying Passenger restrain occupants who are wearing the allow it to retract completely to disengage the Advanced Front Air Bag can cause death...
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How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work NOTE: For more information on properly adjusting The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) de- and positioning the head restraint, refer to termines whether the severity, or type of rear “Adjusting Active Head Restraints” in “Un- impact will require the Active Head Restraints derstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle.”...
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2. Position the hands on the top of the de- ployed AHR at a comfortable position. 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. Review Table Below AHR In Reset Position NOTE: A —...
Supplemental Restraint System the center of the steering wheel. The passen- WARNING! ger’s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the (SRS) • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel, above the glove compart- Air Bag System Components instrument panel during Advanced Front ment.
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may receive information from the front impact vehicle damage — for example, some pole WARNING! (Continued) sensors or other system components. collisions, truck underrides, and angle offset • Do not put anything on or around the air collisions. The first stage inflator is triggered immediately bag covers or attempt to open them manu- during an impact that requires air bag deploy- On the other hand, depending on the type and...
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Bags fully inflate in less time than it takes to Supplemental Side Air Bags reduction potential provided by the seat belts blink your eyes. The air bags then quickly Your vehicle is equipped with two types of side and body structure. deflate while helping to restrain the driver and air bags: When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on...
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and seated properly, or if items are positioned in WARNING! (Continued) the area where the SABICs inflate. Children are • Your vehicle is equipped with SABICs. In at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying order for the SABICs to work as intended, air bag.
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including children, who are up against or very the vehicle during impacts that require Side Air WARNING! (Continued) close to Side Air Bags can be seriously injured Bag occupant protection. In side impacts, the • Being too close to the Side Air Bags during or killed.
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The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all rollover If you do have a collision, which deploys the air Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have events. The rollover sensing-system deter- bags, any or all of the following may occur: deployed.
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Enhanced Accident Response System Air Bag Warning Light Warning Light, either momentarily or continu- In the event of an impact, if the communication The air bags must be ready to ously. A single chime will sound to alert you if network remains intact, and the power remains inflate for your protection in a colli- the light comes on again after initial startup.
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NOTE: Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) If the speedometer, tachometer, or any en- • Do not attempt to modify any part of your gine related gauges are not working, the WARNING! air bag system. The air bag may inflate Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may •...
Event Data Recorder (EDR) NOTE: Child Restraints This vehicle is equipped with an event data EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is up at all times, including babies and children.
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There are different sizes and types of restraints tions and warnings in the child restraint Owner’s applicable Safety Standards. You should also for children from newborn size to the child Manual and on all the labels attached to the make sure that you can install it in the vehicle almost large enough for an adult seat belt.
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Infants And Child Restraints All children whose weight or height is above the WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride forward-facing limit for the child seat should use • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in rear-facing in the vehicle until they are two a belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle’s front of an air bag.
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Children Too Large For Booster Seats If the answer to any of these questions was WARNING! (Continued) Children who are large enough to wear the “no,” then the child still needs to use a booster • After a child restraint is installed in the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are seat in this vehicle.
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Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Weight Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below of the Child + Child LATCH – Lower An- Seat Belt Only LATCH – Lower An- Seat Belt + Top Restraint chors Only chors + Top Tether Tether Anchor Anchor...
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Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor LATCH Positions For Installing Child (LATCH) Restraint System points for installing LATCH-equipped child Restraints In This Vehicle seats. There are two lower anchorages located at the back of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position.
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What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until the combined weight of the child and the child re- of the child restraint) for using the LATCH an- straint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg). Use the seat belt chorage system to attach the child restraint? and tether anchor instead of the LATCH an- chorage system once the combined weight is...
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Locating The LATCH Anchorages LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connec- The lower anchorages are round tor to attach to the lower anchorage and a way bars that are found at the rear of to tighten the connection to the anchorage.
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WARNING! (Continued) • Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more than one child restraint. Please refer to “Installing The LATCH- Compatible Child Restraint System” for typical installation instructions. Center Arm Rest Tether For rear-facing child restraints secured in the center seat position with the vehicle seat belts, Center Seat Position Arm Rest Tether Center Seat Position Arm Rest Tether Attached...
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To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child 3. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt: Restraint When using the LATCH attaching system to child restraint to the lower anchorages in the install a child restraint, stow all ALR seat belts •...
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Installing Child Restraints Using The Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing WARNING! Vehicle Seat Belt Child Restraints In This Vehicle • Improper installation of a child restraint to The seat belts in the passenger seating posi- the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure tions are equipped with a Switchable Automatic of the restraint.
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Can the head restraints be removed? The head restraints may be removed in the center seat- ing position only. Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten the seat belt Do not twist the buckle stalk in a seating position with an against the belt path of the child restraint? ALR retractor.
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Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so Installing Child Restraints Using the Top check the seat belt occasionally, and pull it tight Tether Anchorage if necessary. Installing Child Restraints Using The Top 1. Look behind the seating posi- Tether Anchorage: tion where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether...
3. Route the tether strap to provide the most WARNING! (Continued) direct path for the strap between the anchor • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped lead to increased head motion and pos- with adjustable rear head restraints, raise sible injury to the child.
ENGINE BREAK-IN SAFETY TIPS CAUTION! RECOMMENDATIONS Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Transporting Passengers A long break-in period is not required for the Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE drivetrain (engine, transmission, clutch, and result.
Exhaust Gas The best protection against carbon monoxide Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced entry into the vehicle body is a properly main- after a collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must tained engine exhaust system. be replaced after a collision if they have been WARNING! damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn webbing, Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of...
Floor Mat Safety Information Periodic Safety Checks You Should WARNING! (Continued) Always use floor mats designed to fit the foot- Make Outside The Vehicle • Never put floor mats or other floor cover- well of your vehicle. Use only floor mats that Tires ings on top of already installed floor mats.
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• Cargo Storage Bins ......143 • Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped ...144 •...
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MIRRORS NOTE: • The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature is Inside Day/Night Mirror — If disabled when the vehicle is in reverse Equipped gear to improve rear view viewing. A single ball joint mirror is provided in the • The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature vehicle.
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Outside Mirrors Folding Feature adjust. Using the mirror control switch, press on CAUTION! any of the four arrows for the direction that you All outside mirrors are hinged and may be To avoid damage to the mirror during clean- want the mirror to move. moved either forward or rearward to resist dam- ing, never spray any cleaning solution di- age.
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Power Folding Outside Mirrors — If froster. Refer to “Rear Window Features” in BLIND SPOT MONITORING “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” Equipped (BSM) — IF EQUIPPED for further information. The switch for the power folding mirrors is The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses located between the power mirror select Illuminated Vanity Mirrors two radar-based sensors, located inside the...
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gear or REVERSE and enters stand-by mode BSM warning light remaining illuminated The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in when the vehicle is in PARK. the entire time the vehicle is in a forward the detection zones by illuminating the BSM gear.
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Entering From The Side Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side of the vehicle. Rear Monitoring Overtaking/Approaching Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly with a relative Side Monitoring speed less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approxi- Entering From The Rear mately 1.5 seconds, the warning light will be...
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The BSM system is designed not to issue an Rear Cross Path alert on stationary objects such as guardrails, The Rear Cross Path (RCP) feature is intended posts, walls, foliage, berms, etc. However, oc- to aid the driver when backing out of parking casionally the system may alert on such ob- spaces where their vision of oncoming vehicles jects.
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objects moving a maximum of approximately Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime WARNING! (Continued) 20 mph (32 km/h), such as in parking lot situa- When operating in Blind Spot Alert Lights/ mals, other vehicles, obstructions, and blind tions. Chime mode, the BSM system will provide a spots before backing up.
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Blind Spot Alert Off Changes or modifications to any of these sys- Power Seats — If Equipped tems by other than an authorized service facility Some models may be equipped with eight-way When the BSM system is turned off there will be could void authorization to use this equipment.
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Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Power Lumbar — If Equipped WARNING! The seat can be adjusted both forward and Vehicles equipped with power driver or passen- • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dan- rearward. Push the seat switch forward or rear- ger seats may also be equipped with power gerous.
Manual Front Seats Forward/ WARNING! Rearward Adjustment • Adjusting a seat while driving may be Some models may be equipped with a manual dangerous. Moving a seat while driving front passenger seat. The seat can be adjusted could result in loss of control which could forward or rearward by using a bar located by cause a collision and serious injury or the front of the seat cushion, near the floor.
• Press the heated seat button Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat once to turn WARNING! the HIGH setting ON. Feature — If Equipped • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the To fold the seatback to the flat load-floor posi- •...
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Rear Heated Seats — If Equipped Press the switch once to select WARNING! On some models, the two rear outboard seats HIGH-level heating. Press the • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the may be equipped with heated seats. There are switch a second time to select skin because of advanced age, chronic two heated seat switches that allow the rear...
Front Ventilated Seats — If Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start Active Head Restraints — Front Seats Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable Equipped On models that are equipped with remote start, components, and vehicles with this equipment Located in the seat cushion and seat back are the ventilated seats can be programed to come cannot be readily identified by any markings, small fans that draw the air from the passenger...
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NOTE: • The head restraints should only be re- moved by qualified technicians, for ser- vice purposes only. If either of the head restraints require removal, see your au- thorized dealer. • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Restraint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active Head Re- straints (AHR)”...
The center head restraint has limited adjust- NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) ment. Lift upward on the head restraint to raise For proper routing of a Child Seat Tether • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if it, or push downward on the head restraint to refer to “Occupant Restraints”...
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1. Pull upward on the release lever to release 2. Fold the rear seat completely forward. WARNING! the seat. • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers.
Reclining Rear Seat DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF The memory seat switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel. The switch consists of To recline the seatback, lift the lever located on EQUIPPED three buttons: the outboard side of the seat, lean back and This feature allows the driver to store up to two release the lever at the desired position.
• To set a memory profile to your RKE Programming The Memory Feature NOTE: transmitter, refer to “Linking And Unlink- If a memory profile has not already been set, NOTE: ing The Remote Keyless Entry Transmit- refer to Programming The Memory Feature To create a new memory profile, perform the ter To Memory”...
• The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled Memory Position Recall A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the MEMORY buttons during a recall (S, 1, or 2). when the driver seat position is less than NOTE: When a recall is cancelled, the driver’s seat, 0.9 in (22.7 mm) forward of the rear stop.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE WARNING! HOOD Be sure the hood is fully latched before To open the hood, two latches must be re- driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully leased. latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
NOTE: Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns the headlights • Your vehicle is equipped with plastic on or off according to ambient light levels. To headlight and fog light (if equipped) turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch lenses that are lighter and less suscep- to the A (AUTO) position.
system screen. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in NOTE: 3. Push the multifunction lever away from you “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further (toward front of vehicle) to engage the high • If the windshield or automatic high beam information. beam mode. mirror is replaced, the automatic high If your vehicle is equipped with a “Rain Sensi- beam mirror must be re-aimed to ensure...
Adaptive Bi-Xenon High Intensity the headlight switch is on, and then the head- light switch is cycled off. Headlight delay can be Discharge Headlights — If Equipped cancelled by either turning the headlight switch This system automatically swivels the headlight on then off, or by turning the ignition ON.
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ward position. If your vehicle is equipped with If the ignition is OFF and any door is left ajar for Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) and the UNLOCK 10 minutes or the dimmer control is rotated all button is pressed on the RKE transmitter the the way up to the dome ON position for 10 courtesy and dome lights will turn on.
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Front Map/Reading Lights off, press the switch a second time. The lights Courtesy Lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on The front map/reading lights are mounted in the The courtesy lights can be turned on by press- the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) is pressed.
Multifunction Lever NOTE: WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND The multifunction lever is located on the left side If either light remains on and does not flash, WASHERS of the steering column. or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a The windshield wiper/washer controls are lo- defective outside light bulb.
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Windshield Wiper Operation Intermittent Wiper System Windshield Washer Operation Rotate the end of the lever to one of the first four Use one of the four intermittent wiper settings To use the washer, push on the end of the lever detent positions for intermittent settings, the fifth when weather conditions make a single wiping (toward the steering wheel) and hold while...
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desires less wiper sensitivity. Setting four can WARNING! be used if the driver desires more sensitivity. Sudden loss of visibility through the wind- Place the wiper switch in the OFF position when shield could lead to a collision. You might not not using the system.
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The Rain Sensing system has protection fea- TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the tures for the wiper blades and arms, and will not steering column in position, push the lever COLUMN operate under the following conditions: upward until fully engaged.
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• Press the heated steering wheel button WARNING! once to turn the heating element ON. Do not adjust the steering column while • Press the heated steering wheel button driving. Adjusting the steering column while second time to turn the heating element OFF. driving or driving with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose NOTE:...
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ELECTRONIC SPEED NOTE: WARNING! In order to ensure proper operation, the CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED Leaving the Electronic Speed Control sys- Electronic Speed Control System has been When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control tem on when not in use is dangerous. You designed to shut down if multiple Speed takes over accelerator operations at speeds could accidentally set the system or cause it...
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To Deactivate U.S. Speed (mph) The speed decrement shown is dependant on the chosen speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the • Pressing the SET + button once will result in (km/h): CANCEL button, or normal brake pressure a 1 mph increase in set speed.
To Accelerate For Passing ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL WARNING! Press the accelerator as you would normally. (ACC) — IF EQUIPPED • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a conve- When the pedal is released, the vehicle will Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the nience system.
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The Cruise Control system has two control WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) modes: • Cannot take street, traffic, and weather • When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy • Adaptive Cruise Control mode for maintain- conditions into account, and may be snow, sleet, heavy traffic, and complex ing an appropriate distance between ve- limited upon adverse sight distance...
• When the automatic transmission is in Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) NOTE: PARK, REVERSE or NEUTRAL. Operation Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifi- The speed control buttons (located on the right cations to the vehicle will effect the perfor- • When the Vehicle speed is outside of the side of the steering wheel) operates the ACC mance of the Adaptive Cruise Control and speed range.
To turn the system OFF, push and release the To Set A Desired ACC Speed To Cancel Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ON/OFF button When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, The following conditions cancel the system: again. At this time, the system will turn off and push the SET + button or the SET - button and •...
• ACC cannot be resumed if there is a To Turn Off U.S. Speed (mph) stationary vehicle in-front of your vehicle The system will turn off and clear the set speed • Pressing the SET + button once will result in in close proximity.
To Decrease Speed NOTE: ACC system will cancel if the braking temperature exceeds normal range While ACC is set, the set speed can be de- • When you override and push the SET + (overheated). creased by pressing the SET - button. button or SET - buttons, the new Set Speed will be the current speed of the The speed decrement shown is dependant on the...
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and the system adjusts vehicle speed automati- cally to maintain the distance setting, regard- less of the set speed. The vehicle will then maintain the set distance until: • The vehicle ahead accelerates to a speed above the set speed. •...
A Proximity Warning will alert the driver if ACC Overtake Aid ACC Operation At Stop predicts that its maximum braking level is not When driving with ACC engaged and following If the ACC system brings your vehicle to a sufficient to maintain the set distance. If this a target vehicle, the system will provide an standstill while following a target vehicle, if the occurs, a visual alert “BRAKE”...
• The DID will return to the last display se- Adaptive Cruise Control Ready WARNING! lected after five seconds of no ACC display When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed When the ACC system is resumed, the driver activity setting has not been selected, the display will must ensure that there are no pedestrians, read “Adaptive Cruise Control Ready.”...
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• If the sensor or front end of the vehicle is the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects “Clean Front Windshield” Warning in its path this warning may temporarily occur. damaged due to a collision, see your autho- The “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean rized dealer for service.
When the condition that created limited func- Precautions While Driving With ACC tionality is no longer present, the system will In certain driving situations, ACC may have return to full functionality. detection issues. In these cases, ACC may brake late or unexpectedly. The driver needs to NOTE: stay alert and may need to intervene.
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NOTE: Using ACC On Hills Lane Changing When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is com- On tight turns ACC performance may be vehicle in your lane. Depending on the speed, pletely in the lane in which you are traveling.
Narrow Vehicles Operation is subject to the following two condi- Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer tions: edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not 1. The device may not cause harmful interfer- detected until they have moved fully into the ence.
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• If the button is continually pressed, the set To change between the different control modes, To Set A Desired Speed press the ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL speed will continue to increase in 5 mph (ACC) ON/OFF button which turns the ACC and increments until the button is released.
Metric Speed (km/h) To Resume Speed may apply a brake jerk to warn the driver when To resume a previously set speed, push the it detects a potential frontal collision. The warn- • Pressing the SET - button once will result in RES button and release.
as required. If a Forward Collision Warning NOTE: WARNING! with Mitigation event begins at a speed be- • The minimum speed for FCW activation is Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not in- low 20 mph (32 km/h), the system may pro- 1 mph (2 km/h).
Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the you are farther away and it applies limited FCW Limited Warning system from warning you of a possible collision braking. This gives you the most reaction time If the system turns off, and the DID displays with the vehicle in front of you.
PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ParkSense® Sensors ParkSense® Display The four ParkSense® sensors, located in the When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the DID will ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED rear fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the display the park assist ready system status. The ParkSense®...
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If an obstacle is detected in the left and/or right rear region, the display will show a single arc in the left and/or right rear region and the system will produce a tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the tone will change from a single 1/2 second tone to slow, to fast, to continuous.
WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 79 in (200 cm) (200-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Audible Alert None Single 1/2 Slow Fast Continuous Chime Second Tone None 4th Solid Solid...
• When you turn ParkSense® OFF, the instru- Service The ParkSense® Rear Park If “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE RE- QUIRED” appears in the DID, see an autho- ment cluster will display “PARKSENSE OFF” Assist System rized dealer. Furthermore, once you turn ParkSense® off, During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense®...
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• Use the ParkSense® switch to turn the CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) ParkSense® system OFF if objects such • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly in close proximity. as bicycle carriers, trailer hitches, etc. are • The vehicle must be driven slowly when recommended that the ball mount and placed within 12 in (30 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper.
PARKSENSE® FRONT AND indicating the vehicle is above ParkSense® ParkSense® Warning Display operating speed. The system will become active The ParkSense® Warning screen will only be REAR PARK ASSIST — IF again if the vehicle speed is decreased to displayed if Sound and Display is selected from EQUIPPED speeds less than approximately 6 mph (9 km/h).
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Park Assist Ready Single 1/2 Second Tone Fast Tone The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing a single arc in the left and/or right rear regions based on the object’s distance and location relative to the vehicle. If an object is detected in the left and/or right rear region, the display will show a single arc in the left and/or right rear region and the system will produce a tone.
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The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the the warning alert operation when the system is DID display shows one flashing arc and sounds detecting an obstacle: a continuous tone. The following chart shows WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance (in/cm) Greater than 79 in 79-39 in 39-25 in...
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® Service The ParkSense® Park Assist "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE RE- QUIRED" messages if an object is detected within ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled with System the five second pop-up duration. The car graphic the ParkSense® switch. During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense®...
• When you move the shift lever to the Cleaning The ParkSense® System ject as a sensor problem, causing the REVERSE position and ParkSense® is “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE Clean the ParkSense® sensors with water, car turned off, the instrument cluster will dis- REQUIRED”...
When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) (with camera delay turned OFF), the rear cam- • Drivers must be careful when backing up on its size and shape, giving a false indi- era mode is exited and the navigation or audio even when using ParkSense®.
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When enabled, active guide lines are overlaid will show separate zones that will help indicate The following table shows the approximate dis- on the image to illustrate the width of the vehicle the distance to the rear of the vehicle while a tances for each zone: and its projected backup path based on the dashed center-line will indicate the center of the...
OVERHEAD CONSOLE Front Map/Reading Lights — If To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The lights also turn on when a door is Equipped The overhead console contains courtesy/ opened. The lights will also turn on when the Lights are mounted in the overhead console.
Courtesy Lights Sunglasses Bin Door POWER SUNROOF — IF The courtesy lights can be turned on by press- At the front of the console a compartment is EQUIPPED ing the top corner of the lens. To turn the lights provided for the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The power sunroof switch is located between off, press the lens a second time.
Closing Sunroof — Express WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Press the switch forward and release it within • Never leave children unattended in a ve- • Do not allow small children to operate the one-half second and the sunroof will close hicle, or with access to an unlocked ve- sunroof.
NOTE: buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof COMMANDVIEW® SUNROOF (if equipped) in certain open or partially open If three consecutive sunroof close attempts WITH POWER SHADE — IF positions. This is a normal occurrence and can result in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth EQUIPPED be minimized.
Closing Sunroof — Express WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Press the switch forward and release it within • Never leave children unattended in a ve- • Do not allow small children to operate the one-half second and the sunroof will close hicle, or with access to an unlocked ve- sunroof.
Opening Power Shade — Manual Closing Power Shade — Manual sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automati- cally retract. Remove the obstruction if this Mode Mode occurs. Next, press the switch forward and To open the shade, press and hold the switch To close the shade, press and hold the switch in release to Express Close.
Sunroof Maintenance phones, small electronics and other low pow- CAUTION! (Continued) ered electrical accessories. The power outlets Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft the power outlets as this will damage the are labeled with either a “key” or a “battery” cloth to clean the glass panel.
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In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a power outlet located in the storage area of the center console. Rear Power Outlet Power Outlet Right Rear Quarter Panel Fuse NOTE: The rear power outlet can be switched from Center Console Outlet switched “ignition”...
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WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt degrade the battery even more quickly.
CUPHOLDERS There are two cupholders for the rear seat STORAGE passengers located in the fold-down center There are two cupholders for the front seat armrest. Glove Compartment passengers located in the center console. The glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel.
To open the glove compartment, pull outward Door Storage Console Features on the latch and lower the glove compartment Large storage areas are built into the door The center console contains both an upper and door. panels for easy access. a lower storage area.
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To open the upper storage compartment, pull Lift upward on the larger of the latches to upward on the small latch located on the lid. access the lower storage compartment. Lower Storage Compartment CD/DVD Player — If Equipped Storage Compartment Latches Lower Storage Compartment WARNING! Your vehicle may have an optional CD or DVD...
CARGO AREA FEATURES To operate the flashlight, press the switch once Cargo Storage Bins for high, twice for low, and a third time to return There are up to four removable storage bins to off. located in the rear cargo area. There are two Rechargeable Flashlight storage bins located on either side of the cargo The rechargeable flashlight is mounted on the...
Two additional storage bins are located under 2. Insert the pins on the ends of the cover into the load floor. To access the lower storage bins, the slots in the pillar trim cover. raise the load floor and attach the tether hook 3.
WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • To help protect against personal injury, • Always place cargo evenly on the cargo cargo floor or in the passenger compartment. Remove the cover from the vehicle when passengers should not be seated in the floor.
REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rotating the center portion upward Rear Window Defroster once more will activate the washer pump which will continue to operate as Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear window defroster button is long as the switch is held. Upon re- located on the climate control panel.
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF wrench provided with the MOPAR® crossbars. CAUTION! Then, move the crossbar to the desired posi- EQUIPPED Failure to follow these cautions can cause tion, keeping the crossbars parallel to the rack The crossbars and siderails are designed to damage to the heating elements: frame.
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CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • To prevent damage to the roof of your • Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners vehicle, do not carry any loads on the roof carefully when carrying large or heavy rack without the crossbars installed. The loads on the roof rack.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER turned to the ON/RUN position and may stay on 6. Upper Left Selectable DID for as long as four seconds. DESCRIPTIONS This area of the cluster will display selectable If the ABS light remains on or turns on while information such as compass, outside tempera- 1.
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10. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) 12. Temperature Gauge CAUTION! (Continued) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The temperature gauge shows engine coolant and power loss will soon occur. Immediate is part of an onboard diagnostic sys- temperature. Any reading within the normal service is required.
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Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is WARNING! Brake System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Con- necessary. A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. trol (ESC) system. In this case, the light will You or others could be badly burned by remain on until the condition has been cor- WARNING!
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The light also will turn on when the parking you should determine the proper tire inflation tire pressure telltale. When the system detects brake is applied with the ignition switch in the pressure for those tires.) a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approxi- ON/RUN position.
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18. Air Bag Warning Light 20. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF CAUTION! (Continued) Indicator Light — If Equipped This light will turn on for four to desirable system operation or sensor dam- eight seconds as a bulb check This light indicates the Electronic age may result when using replacement when the ignition switch is first Stability Control (ESC) is off.
• Fuel Economy NOTE: DRIVER INFORMATION • Trip • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the DISPLAY (DID) “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator • Stop/Start — If Equipped The Driver Information Display (DID) features a Light” come on momentarily each time driver-interactive display that is located in the •...
• UP Arrow Button • OK Button 5. Shift Lever Status (PRNDL) Push and release the UP arrow The OK button may be used for the following: 6. Selectable Information (Compass, Temp, button to scroll upward through the Range to Empty, Trip A, Trip B, Average Fuel Selection main menu and submenus.
Examples of this message type are “Right Front Gear Shift Indicator (GSI) — If Turn Signal Lamp Out” and “Low Tire Pressure”. Equipped The Gear Shift Indicator (GSI) system is en- • Unstored Messages abled on vehicles with Paddle Shift Mode. The This message type is displayed indefinitely or GSI provides the driver with a visual indication until the condition that activated the message is...
• Fuel Low Engine Oil Life Reset 2. Fully push the accelerator pedal, slowly, Oil Change Required three times within 10 seconds. • Service Antilock Brake System Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil 3. Without pushing the brake pedal, push and •...
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• Lights On • Doors Open • Normal Ride Height Achieved • Right Turn Signal Light Out • Liftgate Open • Aerodynamic Ride Height Achieved • Left Turn Signal Light Out • Gear Not Available • Off Road 1 Ride Height Achieved •...
• Adaptive Cruise Control Ready and Adaptive The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided ing. If this telltale turns on, safely pull over and into the white telltales area on the right, amber Cruise Control Set stop the vehicle. Then, shift the transmission telltales in the middle, and red telltales on the left.
• Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) DID Red Telltales turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. This light will turn on when the ABS These telltales include: •...
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• Vehicle Security Light If a problem is detected, the light will come on If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, This light will flash rapidly for ap- key when the vehicle has completely stopped turn it off.
DID Green Telltales Speedometer Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) • Electronic Speed Control SET Push and release the UP or DOWN Push and release the LEFT or This telltale will illuminate green arrow button until the Vehicle Info RIGHT arrow button to toggle be- when the electronic speed control icon/title is highlighted in the DID.
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If the Tire Pressure system requires service, Terrain — If Equipped Fuel Economy “Service Tire Pressure System” is displayed. Push and release the Push and release the UP or DOWN Tire Pressure is an information only function UP or DOWN arrow but- arrow button until...
• Range To Empty (RTE) Audio the instrument cluster as well as the location that information is displayed. • Fuel Economy Average Push and release the UP or DOWN Speed Warning — If Equipped • Fuel Economy Current arrow button until the Audio Menu Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow icon/title is highlighted in the DID.
Uconnect® SETTINGS Your Uconnect® system may also have a Screen Off and Back Buttons on the faceplate The Uconnect® system uses a combination of located below the system. buttons on the touchscreen and buttons on the touchscreen located on the center of the instru- Push the Screen Off button on the faceplate to ment panel that allow you to access and change turn off the Uconnect®...
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equipped such as Display, Clock, Safety/ Display NOTE: Assistance, Lights, Doors & Locks, Auto-On After pressing the “Display” button on the touch- To make changes to the Display Brightness Comfort, Engine Off Options, Compass Set- screen the following settings will be available. with Headlights ON setting, the headlights tings, Audio, Phone/Bluetooth®, Suspension, •...
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• Set Language • Show Command List Press the corresponding arrow above and be- low the current time to adjust, then select AM or When in this display, you may select one of When in this display, you may choose to Never/ PM.
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status, press and release the “Sound Only” or whenever the shift lever/gear selector is put into “Safety & Driving Assistance” button on the “Sounds and Display” button. Then press the REVERSE. The image will be displayed on the touchscreen. Press the “Parkview Backup cam- back arrow button on the touchscreen.
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• Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped • Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped Lights After pressing the “Lights” button on the touch- When this feature is selected, and the headlight When this feature is selected, the headlights will screen the following settings will be available. switch is in the AUTO position, the headlights turn on whenever the engine is running.
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• Flash Lights With Lock Doors & Locks must press the RKE transmitter UNLOCK but- After pressing the “Doors & Locks” button on ton twice to unlock the passenger’s doors. When this feature is selected, the exterior lights the touchscreen the following settings will be When “All Doors”...
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• Passive Entry less Entry (RKE) transmitter is used to un- above 80° F (26.7° C) the driver vented seat will turn ON. To make your selection, press the lock the door. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” This feature allows you to lock and unlock the “Auto Heated Seats”...
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• Perform Compass Calibration ignition is cycled to OFF. Opening either front be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, door will cancel this feature. To change the per the zone map. Once properly set, the com- Press the “Calibration” button on the touch- Engine Off Power Delay status press the pass will automatically compensate for the dif- screen to change this setting.
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• AUX Volume Match — If Equipped the “+” and “–” setting buttons on the touch- Suspension — If Equipped screen or by selecting any point on the scale After pressing the “Suspension” button on the This feature provides the ability to tune the between the “+”...
• Regional select “On” or “Off” followed by pressing the Clear Personal Data back arrow button on the touchscreen. After pressing the “Clear Personal Data Set- When this feature is selected it forces regional tings” button on the touchscreen the following •...
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Suspension, Radio Setup, Restore Settings, Display NOTE: and Clear Personal Data. After pressing the “Display” button on the touch- To make changes to the Display Brightness screen the following settings will be available. with Headlights ON setting, the headlights NOTE: •...
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• Set Language • Navigation Turn-By-Turn In Cluster — If tailed” button on the touchscreen until a check- mark appears next to the setting, showing that Equipped When in this display, you may select one of setting has been selected. Press the back arrow eleven languages for all display nomenclature.
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• Time Format has been selected. Press the back arrow button possible collision when you are much closer to on the touchscreen to return to the previous the vehicle in front of you. To change the FCW When in this display, you may select the time menu.
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• Tilt Mirrors In Reverse refer to “Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With volume setting is MEDIUM. To make your se- Mitigation” in “Understanding The Features Of lection, press the “ParkSense® Front Chime When this feature is selected, the exterior Your Vehicle.” Volume”...
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“Off” is selected, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) the screen. After five seconds, this note will Backup camera Delay” button on the touch- system is deactivated. To change the Blind Spot disappear. To make your selection, press the screen to turn the ParkView® Delay ON or OFF. Alert status, press the “Off,”...
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• Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped • Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped Lights After pressing the “Lights” button on the touch- When this feature is selected, and the headlight When this feature is selected, the headlights will screen the following settings will be available. switch is in the AUTO position, the headlights turn on whenever the engine is running.
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• Sound Horn With Lock been selected. Press the back arrow button on to setting, indicating that the setting has been the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. selected. Press the back arrow button on the When this feature is selected, the horn will touchscreen to return to the previous menu.
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• Power Lift Gate Alert — If Equipped NOTE: the back arrow button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. Refer to “Keyless If the vehicle is programmed 1st Press Of This feature plays an alert when the power lift Enter-N-Go™”...
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showing that setting has been selected. Press Engine Off Power Delay status press the 0 screen or by selecting any point on the scale the back arrow button on the touchscreen to seconds, 45 seconds, 5 minutes or 10 minutes between the + and –...
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through the AUX input. To make your selection, has been activated or the check-mark is re- ing the system has been activated or the check- press the “AUX Volume Match” button on the moved showing the system has been deacti- mark is removed showing the system has been touchscreen, select “On”...
Restore Settings will appear asking "Are you sure you want to iPod® control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, After pressing the “Restore Settings” button on clear all personal data?” select “OK” to Clear, or 5G iPod® and iPhone® devices. Some iPod® the touchscreen the following settings will be “Cancel”...
• Turn on the Rear Seat Entertainment system • With the Dual Video Screen System, Chan- Getting Started by pushing the Power button on the remote nel 1 (Rear 1) on the Remote Control and • Screen(s) located in the rear of front control.
Dual Video Screen Blu-ray™ Disc Player NOTE: Play A Blu-ray™ Disc The Blu-ray™ Disc player is located in the Typically there are two different ways to center console. operate the features of the Rear Seat Enter- tainment System. • The Remote Control •...
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Using The Touchscreen Radio 3. RSE Mute 8. RSE Mode Mute rear headphones for the current ignition Select this button to change source for the cycle. Pressing mute again will unmute rear active (highlighted) rear Screen/Channel on the headphones. rear media control screen. •...
Play Video Games When connecting an external source to the Play A DVD/Blu-ray™ Disc Using AUX/HDMI input, ensure to follow the standard Connect the video game console to the Audio/ The Touchscreen Radio color coding for the audio/video jacks: Video RCA/HDMI input jacks located on the 1.
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Using The Remote Control Using The Touchscreen Radio Controls 1. Push the SOURCE button on the Remote 1. Press the Media button on the Uconnect® Control. radio touchscreen. 2. While looking at Rear 1 or 2, highlight DISC 2. Press the Rear Media button to display the by either pushing Up/Down/Left/Right but- Rear Media Control screen.
Important Notes For Dual Video Blu-ray™ Disc Player Remote 3. SOURCE — Push to enter Source Selection Screen System Control — If Equipped screen. • The Rear Seat Entertainment System is able 4. Channel/Screen Selector Switch — Indi- to transmit two channels of stereo audio and cates which channel is being controlled by video simultaneously.
10. POPUP/MENU — Push to bring up repeat Replacing The Remote Control and shuffle options, the Blu-ray™ Disc Batteries popup menu, the DVD title menu or to The remote control requires two AAA batteries for operation. To replace the batteries: access disc menus.
Controls 2. Push the SOURCE button on the remote Unwired® Stereo Headphone The headphone power indicator and controls control. Lifetime Limited Warranty are located on the right ear cup. Who Does This Warranty Cover? This war- 3. Pushing the SOURCE button will advance to ranty covers the initial user or purchaser ("you"...
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• When the screen is reopened, the video To change the settings, push the remote con- DVD Region Codes trol’s navigation buttons ( , ) to select an screen will automatically turn back on and The Blu-ray™ Disc player and many DVD discs item, then push the remote control’s navigation show the appropriate display menu or media.
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• Mixed media recordable DVD formats will DVD-Video content recorded to a DVD-R or ".WMA". To prevent incorrect playback, do DVD-RW disc. DVD-ROM discs (either pressed only play the Video_TS portion of the disc. not use these extensions for any other types or recorded) are not supported.
• To change the current file, use the remote reached. This shutdown is necessary to protect The remote sound system controls are located control’s or Blu-ray™ Disc player’s button the optics of the Blu-ray™ Disc player. on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach to advance to the next file, or the button to behind the wheel to access the switches.
The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch If you push the switch up or down twice, it plays 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. with a push-button in the center. The function of the second track; three times, it will play the 6.
that the radio volume be turned down or off General Overview during mobile phone operation when not using Buttons On The Faceplate Uconnect® (if equipped). The buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect® screen. CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather.
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Button Descriptions (Applies To Both But- ATC to switch between manual mode and au- CAUTION! tons On The Faceplate And Buttons On The tomatic modes. Refer to “Automatic Operation” Failure to follow these cautions can cause Touchscreen) for more information. damage to the heating elements: 1.
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7. Passenger Temperature Control Up But- 9. SYNC Button On The Touchscreen ton (Uconnect® 8.4 Radio Only) Press the Sync button on the touchscreen to Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower toggle the Sync feature On/Off. The Sync indi- setting and the large blower icon to increase the Provides the passenger with independent tem- cator is illuminated when this feature is enabled.
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Bi-Level Mode Defrost Mode 14. Driver Temperature Control Up Button (Uconnect® 8.4 Radio Only) Air comes from the instrument Air comes from the windshield panel outlets and floor outlets. A and side window demist outlets. Provides the driver with independent tempera- slight amount of air is directed Use Defrost mode with maximum ture control.
Climate Control Functions cia protectors may reduce airflow to the button a second time to turn off the Recircula- condenser, reducing air conditioning per- tion mode and allow outside air into the vehicle. A/C (Air Conditioning) formance. NOTE: The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the MAX A/C operator to manually activate or deactivate the In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode...
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2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like To provide you with maximum comfort in the Operating Tips Automatic mode, during cold start-ups the the system to maintain by adjusting the NOTE: blower fan will remain on low until the engine driver and passenger temperature control Refer to the chart at the end of this section warms up.
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Vacation Storage NOTE: Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of Recirculate without A/C should not be used service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, for long periods, as fogging may occur. run the air conditioning system at idle for about Outside Air Intake five minutes in the fresh air and high blower Make sure the air intake, located directly in front...
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Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions...
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Uconnect® VOICE Key Features: 1. Visit UconnectPhone.com to check mo- bile device and feature compatibility and to • 5” touchscreen RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS find phone pairing instructions. • Three buttons on either side of the display Introducing Uconnect® 2. Reduce background noise. Wind and pas- Start using Uconnect®...
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Push the VR button . After the beep, say… • Cancel to stop a current voice session • Help to hear a list of suggested Voice Commands • Repeat to listen to the system prompts again Notice the visual cues that inform you of your voice recognition system’s status.
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Media Uconnect® offers connections via USB, SD, Bluetooth® and auxiliary ports (If Equipped). Voice operation is only available for connected USB and iPod® devices. (Remote CD player optional and not available on all vehicles.) Push the VR button . After the beep, say one of the following commands and follow the prompts to switch your media source or choose an artist.
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Phone Climate (8.4A/8.4AN) Making and answering hands-free phone calls Too hot? Too cold? Adjust vehicle temperatures is easy with Uconnect®. When the Phonebook hands-free and keep everyone comfortable button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your while you keep moving ahead. (If vehicle is system is ready.
STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic Transmission Using Fob With Integrated Key (Tip Start) The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, NOTE: PARK position before you can start the engine. adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten Normal starting of either a cold or a warm Apply the brakes before shifting into any driving your seat belt, and if present, instruct all other...
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Keyless Enter-N-Go™ 2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a NOTE: second time to change the ignition switch to Normal starting of either a cold or a warm This feature allows the the RUN position, engine is obtained without pumping or driver to operate the ig- pressing the accelerator pedal.
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message and the engine will remain running. If Engine Fails To Start Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE START/STOP Button) Never leave a vehicle out of the PARK If the engine fails to start after you have followed position, or it could roll. WARNING! the “Normal Starting”...
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After Starting WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) The idle speed is controlled automatically and it • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the brake, shift the transmission into PARK, will decrease as the engine warms up. turn the engine OFF, and remove the Key vehicle (or in a location accessible to chil- Fob.
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• The transmission will upshift sooner and NOTE: Fuel Economy (ECO) Mode downshift later. You must press and hold the brake pedal The Fuel Economy (ECO) mode can improve while shifting out of PARK. the vehicle’s overall fuel economy during nor- •...
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Eight–Speed Automatic first few shifts on a new vehicle may be some- what abrupt. This is a normal condition, and Transmission precision shifts will develop within a few hun- The electronic shift lever in this vehicle does not dred miles (kilometers). slide like a conventional shifter.
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PARK (P) WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) This range supplements the parking brake by • Never use the PARK position as a substi- • Unintended movement of a vehicle could locking the transmission. The engine can be tute for the parking brake. Always apply injure those in or near the vehicle.
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REVERSE (R) WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! This range is for moving the vehicle backward. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or • DO NOT race the engine when shifting Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allow- from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear come to a complete stop.
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der these conditions, using a lower gear will Transmission Limp Home Mode CAUTION! improve performance and extend transmission Transmission function is monitored electroni- Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for life by reducing excessive shifting and heat cally for abnormal conditions. If a condition is any other reason with the transmission in buildup.
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1. Stop the vehicle. giving you more control of the vehicle. Paddle the selected gear until another upshift or down- Shift allows you to maximize engine braking, shift is chosen, except as described below. 2. Shift the transmission into PARK, if possible. eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, •...
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• Transmission shifting will be more noticeable NOTE: WARNING! when Paddle Shift mode is enabled. The Quadra-Trac I® system is not appropri- Do not downshift for additional engine brak- ate for conditions where 4WD LOW range is • The system may revert to automatic shift ing on a slippery surface.
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When additional traction is required, the 4WD NOTE: WARNING! LOW position can be used to lock the front and Refer to “Selec-Terrain® – If Equipped” in You or others could be injured or killed if you rear driveshafts together and force the front and “Starting and Operating”...
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4WD LOW NEUTRAL, and push the “4WD LOW” button This range is for low speed four-wheel drive. It once on the transfer case switch. The “4WD provides an additional gear reduction which LOW” indicator light in the instrument cluster will allows for increased torque to be delivered to flash and go out when the shift is complete.
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Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N) 5. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, push 6. After the shift is completed and the NEU- and hold the recessed transfer case NEU- TRAL (N) light stays on, release the NEU- TRAL (N) button (located by the selector TRAL (N) button.
5. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (N). Quadra-Drive® II System — If SELEC-TERRAIN™ — IF Equipped EQUIPPED 6. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, push The optional Quadra-Drive® II System features and hold the recessed transfer case “N” two torque transfer couplings. The couplings Description button (located by the selector switch) for include an Electronic Limited-Slip Differential...
Selec-Terrain™ consists of the following posi- throttle and wheel spin. If equipped with air NOTE: tions: suspension, the default ride height for Sand Activate the Hill Descent Control or Selec is NRH. • Snow – Tuning set for additional stability in Speed Control for steep downhill control.
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• Off-Road 1 (OR1) (Raises the vehicle ap- (32 km/h). While in OR2, if the vehicle speed proximately 1.1 in (28 mm) – This is the exceeds 25 mph (40 km/h) the vehicle height primary position for all off-road driving until will be automatically lowered to OR1.
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• Entry/Exit Mode (Lowers the vehicle ap- NOTE: The system requires that the engine be running proximately 1.6 in (40 mm) – This position for all changes. When lowering the vehicle all of Automatic lowering of the vehicle into Entry/ lowers the vehicle for easier passenger entry the doors, including the liftgate, must be closed.
NOTE: NOTE: If equipped with a touch screen radio all enabling/disabling of air suspension features If equipped with a touch screen radio all This mode is intended to be enabled with must be done through the radio. Refer to enabling/disabling of air suspension fea- engine running.
• Off-Road 2 (OR2) – Indicator lamps 4, 5, and Pressing the “UP” button once will move the km/h) and the height change continues to suspension one position higher from the current 6 will be illuminated when the vehicle is in Entry/Exit Mode, or exceeds 25 mph position, assuming all conditions are met (i.e.
An advantage of the higher ground clearance is Pulling it downwards and toward you, sepa- a better view of the road, allowing you to rate the tabs from the slots in the upper anticipate problems. They are not designed for fascia.
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Radar sensor removal procedure 7. Store sensor and bracket in a safe place. equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control NOTE: [ACC]): All cruise control functions will be disabled 1. With the lower fascia removed, which pro- when the radar sensor is disconnected. vides access to the sensor and bracket, Radar sensor installation procedure (If disconnect the wiring harness from the sen-...
NOTE: 4. Reinstall the seven quarter turn fasteners. CAUTION! If you receive a fault, see your authorized Do not drive in 4WD-LOW Range on dry Quadra-Lift™ — If Equipped dealer they may need to perform a sensor pavement; driveline damage may result. When off-roading, it is recommended that the alignment.
to sink into deeper water. Determine exit lower gear than necessary to maintain forward CAUTION! point(s) that are downstream of your entry point motion. Over-revving the engine can spin the When driving through water, do not exceed to allow for drifting. wheels and traction will be lost.
• Check threaded fasteners for looseness, par- Shift the transmission into a low gear, and the WARNING! transfer case into 4WD LOW range. Let the ticularly on the chassis, drivetrain compo- If the engine stalls, you lose forward motion, vehicle go slowly down the hill with all four nents, steering, and suspension.
• If you experience unusual vibration after driv- steering assistance momentarily until the over CAUTION! ing in mud, slush or similar conditions, check temperature condition no longer exists. Once Extreme steering maneuvers may cause the the wheels for impacted material. Impacted driving conditions are safe, then pull over and electrically driven pump to reduce or stop material can cause a wheel imbalance and...
If for some reason the power assist is inter- WARNING! CAUTION! rupted, it will still be possible to steer your Continued operation with reduced power Do not use chemical flushes in your power vehicle. Under these conditions, you will ob- steering assist could pose a safety risk to steering system as the chemicals can dam- serve a substantial increase in steering effort,...
• This light only shows that the parking FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY brake is applied. It does not show the 5.7L ENGINE ONLY — IF degree of brake application. EQUIPPED When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the This feature offers improved fuel economy by front wheels toward the curb on a downhill shutting off four of the engine’s eight cylinders...
system will still function. However, there will be WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) some loss of overall braking effectiveness. You • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or • Be sure the parking brake is fully disen- may notice increased pedal travel during appli- with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Also, your vehicle may be equipped with Trailer The Anti-Lock Brake System conducts a low WARNING! (Continued) Sway Control (TSC), Hill Start Assist (HSA), speed self-test at about 12 mph (20 km/h). If for • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot Ready Alert Braking (RAB), Rain Brake Support any reason your foot is on the brake when the prevent the natural laws of physics from...
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to the wheel that is not spinning. This feature CAUTION! WARNING! remains active even if ESC system is in the • The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws The Anti-Lock Brake System is subject to “Partial Off” mode. Refer to “Electronic Stability possible detrimental effects of electronic in- of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor Control (ESC)”...
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wheel lift will occur. ERM will only intervene Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ESC system becomes active. The “ESC during very severe or evasive driving maneu- Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” also This system enhances directional control and vers. flashes when the TCS is active. If the “ESC stability of the vehicle under various driving Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
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Partial Off WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! This mode is entered by momentarily pressing • When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS func- exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner the “ESC OFF” switch. When in “Partial Off” which could jeopardize the user’s safety or tionality of ESC, (except for the limited slip mode, the TCS portion of ESC, except for the the safety of others.
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Trailer Sway Control (TSC) Hill Start Assist (HSA) HSA will work in REVERSE and all forward gears when the activation criteria have been TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize The HSA system is designed to assist the driver met.
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HSA Off function in the intermittent mode. When Rain WARNING! If you wish to turn off the HSA system, it can be Brake Support is active, there is no notification • If you use a trailer brake controller with done using the Uconnect® Access Settings. to the driver and no driver interaction is re- your trailer, your trailer brakes may be Refer to “Uconnect®...
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ous driving situations. HDC controls vehicle Activating HDC NOTE: speed by actively controlling the brakes. • During HDC the +/- paddle shifter input is Once HDC is enabled it will activate automati- HDC has three states: cally if driven down a grade of sufficient magni- used for HDC target speed selection and tude (greater than approximately 8%).
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• The vehicle is driven greater than 40 mph Deactivating HDC WARNING! (64 km/h) (HDC exits immediately). HDC will be deactivated but remain available if HDC is only intended to assist the driver in any of the following conditions occur: Feedback to the driver: controlling vehicle speed when descending •...
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• 6th = 3.7 mph (6 km/h) SSC is intended for off road driving in 4WD Low Activating SSC Range only. SSC maintains vehicle speed by • 7th = 4.3 mph (7 km/h) Once SSC is enabled it will activate automati- actively controlling engine torque and brakes.
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• The vehicle is driven faster than 20 mph Deactivating SSC WARNING! (32 km/h) for longer than 70 seconds. SSC will be deactivated but remain available if SSC is only intended to assist the driver in • The vehicle is driven greater than 40 mph any of the following conditions occur: controlling vehicle speed when driving in off (64 km/h) ( SSC exits immediately)
system. If this light remains on after several NOTE: TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater Tire Markings “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your authorized Light”...
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• Temporary spare tires are designed for NOTE: temporary emergency use only. Tempo- • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is rary high pressure compact spare tires based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric have the letter “T” or “S” molded into the tires have the letter “P”...
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Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards, or ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or LT = Light truck tire based on U.S.
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EXAMPLE: 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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EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation – This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits) 03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured (two digits)
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Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours.
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Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not Tire And Loading Information Placard exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on Location your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load NOTE: carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pres- The proper cold tire inflation pressure is...
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Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit 4. The resulting figure equals the available NOTE: amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight For example, if “XXX” amount equals of occupants and cargo should never ex- from your trailer will be transferred to 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five 150...
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Safety Both under-inflation and over-inflation affect the WARNING! stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Over- of sluggish response or over responsiveness in WARNING! loading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle the steering. •...
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Tire Inflation Pressures three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) Tire Pressures For High Speed after sitting for a minimum of three hours. The The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed Operation cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the on the driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the The manufacturer advocates driving at safe maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire...
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Radial Ply Tires of identical size and service description (Load Summer tires do not contain the all season Index and Speed Symbol). designation or mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use summer tires only in sets WARNING! Tire Types of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the Combining radial ply tires with other types of safety and handling of your vehicle.
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If you need snow tires, Run Flat Tires — If Equipped CAUTION! select tires equivalent in Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive Because of the reduced ground clearance, size and type to the origi- 50 miles (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a do not take your vehicle through an auto- nal equipment tires.
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letter “T” or “S” preceding the size designation. use spare tire affects vehicle handling. Since it WARNING! (Continued) Example: T145/80D18 103M. is not the same as your original equipment tire, which apply to your spare. Failure to do so replace (or repair) the original equipment tire T, S = Temporary Spare Tire could result in spare tire failure and loss of and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportu-...
• Driving style Tire Spinning When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice condi- • Tire pressure - Improper cold tire inflation tions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels above pressures can cause uneven wear patterns 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds to develop across the tire tread.
Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with you ever replace a wheel, make sure that the WARNING! (Continued) as little exposure to light as possible. Protect wheel’s specifications match those of the origi- only the tire and wheel sizes with load tires from contact with oil, grease, and gasoline.
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) DEVICES) • Observe the traction device manufactur- To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to- observe the following precautions: er’s instructions on the method of installa- body clearance. Follow these recommenda- •...
Refer to the “Service and Warranty Handbook” TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR including low temperature effects, or natural for the proper maintenance intervals. More fre- pressure loss through the tire. SYSTEM (TPMS) quent rotation is permissible if desired. The The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should tire pressure as long as the condition exists,...
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For example, your vehicle has a recommended NOTE: CAUTION! cold (parked for more than three hours) tire • The TPMS is not intended to replace nor- • The TPMS has been optimized for the placard pressure of 33 psi (227 kPa). If the mal tire care and maintenance, or to pro- original equipment tires and wheels.
Tire Pressure Monitoring Low The system will automatically update, the Pressure Warnings graphic display of the pressure value(s) will return to its original color and the Tire Pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Monitoring Telltale Light will extinguish once the Light will illuminate in the instrument updated tire pressure(s) have been received.
will not be present, and a pressure value will be still needs to be serviced as long as the "SER- SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for five displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can VICE TPM SYSTEM" message exists. seconds and then display dashes (- -) in occur by any of the following: place of the pressure value.
minutes above 15.5 mph (25 km/h). The TPMS FUEL REQUIREMENTS Besides using unleaded gasoline with the will chime, the "TPM Telltale Light" will flash on proper octane rating, gasolines that contain and off for 75 seconds and then remain on and detergents, corrosion and stability additives are 3.6L Engine the Driver Information Display (DID) will display...
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as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you Methanol should be expected when using Ethanol- experience these symptoms, try another brand (Methyl or Wood Alcohol) is used in a variety of blended fuels, due to the lower energy content of gasoline before considering service for the concentrations when blended with unleaded of Ethanol.
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The manufacturer supports these efforts toward Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning WARNING! (Continued) cleaner air. You can help by using these blends agents should be avoided. Many of these ma- • Guard against carbon monoxide with as they become available. terials intended for gum and varnish removal proper maintenance.
ADDING FUEL 5. Fill the vehicle with fuel, when the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off the fuel tank is full. 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (lo- 6. Wait 5 seconds before removing the fuel cated under the headlamp switch). nozzle to allow fuel to drain from nozzle.
2. Push the inboard edge of the left storage bin NOTE: CAUTION! to the center, this will pop up the outboard If the fuel door does not latch after the To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not edge. manual release cable has been activated, “top off”...
Common Towing Definitions Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) WARNING! The GCWR is the total permissible weight of The following trailer towing related definitions An improperly adjusted hitch system may your vehicle and trailer when weighed in com- will assist you in understanding the following reduce handling, stability and braking perfor- bination.
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Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) — Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) — Engine/Transmission Tongue Wt. (See Note) with Trailer Brake without Trailer Brake 3.6L Gasoline — Standard 3,500 lbs (1,588 kg) 1,653 lbs (750 kg) 174 lbs (79 kg) Cooling System 3.6L Gasoline —...
Trailer And Tongue Weight Consider the following items when computing CAUTION! the weight on the front/rear axles of the vehicle: Always load a trailer with 60% of the weight in • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first the front of the trailer.
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WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used be- Improper towing can lead to a collision. Fol- 3. GAWR low these guidelines to make your trailer tween your vehicle and trailer. Always con- 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch towing as safe as possible: nect the chains to the hook retainers of the utilized.
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Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes NOTE: WARNING! Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake sys- • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehi- wiring harness. tem or vacuum system of your vehicle with cle’s hydraulic brake lines.
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Pin Number Function Wire Color Left Turn Signal Black/White Rear Fog Light White Ground/Common Return for Contacts (Pins) 1 and 2 and 4 to 8 Brown Right Turn Signal Black/Green Right Rear Position, Side Marker Lights, and Rear Registration Plate Green/Red Illumination Device.
Pin Number Function Wire Color Power Supply Controlled by Ignition Switch (+12V) Yellow Return for Contact (Pin) 10 Yellow/Brown Reserve for Future Allocation – Return for Contact (Pin) 9 Red/Brown NOTE: The allocation pin 12 has been changed from “Coding for coupled Trailer” to “Reserve for Future Allocation.” The three return circuits shall not be connected electrically in the trailer.
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Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped Trailer Hitch Attaching Points Trailer Tow Hitch Attaching Points And Your vehicle will require extra equipment to tow • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. Overhang Dimensions a trailer safely and efficiently. The trailer tow •...
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Four-Wheel Drive Mod- Four-Wheel Drive Models Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Two-Wheel Drive Models els Without 4–LO Range With 4–LO Range See Instructions • Transmission in PARK • Transfer case in NEU- Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED...
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Recreational Towing – Two-Wheel 6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed CAUTION! Drive Models for towing, to secure the front wheels in the Towing this vehicle in violation of the above DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the straight position.
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CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • DO NOT dolly tow any 4WD vehicle. Tow- • Towing this vehicle in violation of the to roll, even if the transmission is in PARK. ing with only one set of wheels on the above requirements can cause severe The parking brake should always be applied ground (front or rear) will cause severe...
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5. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, press 6. After the shift is completed and the NEU- NOTE: and hold the recessed transfer case NEU- TRAL (N) light stays on, release the NEU- • Steps 1 through 4 are requirements that TRAL (N) button (located by the selector TRAL (N) button.
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• If the vehicle is equipped with Quadra- 14. Shift the transmission into DRIVE, release Lift™ air suspension, the engine should the brake pedal, and check that the vehicle be started and left running for a minimum operates normally. of 60 seconds (with all the doors closed) NOTE: at least once every 24 hours.
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS CAUTION! The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located In any of the following situations, you can Driving with a hot cooling system could dam- on the switch bank just above the climate reduce the potential for overheating by taking age your vehicle.
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or SPECIFICATIONS loose particles. Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any time a wheel has been re- moved and reinstalled on the vehicle the lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a properly calibrated torque wrench.
JACKING AND TIRE NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) The funnel for the Cap-Less Fuel System is CHANGING • The jack is designed to be used as a tool located on top of the spare tire. If your for changing tires only. The jack should not vehicle is out of fuel and an auxiliary fuel be used to lift the vehicle for service pur- WARNING!
NOTE: 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel Jacking Instructions To assist with changing a spare tire, the air diagonally opposite suspension system has a feature which al- of the jacking posi- WARNING! lows the automatic leveling to be disabled. tion.
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1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and tools from WARNING! (Continued) storage. • Only use the jack in the positions indicated 2. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug and for lifting this vehicle during a tire nuts by turning them to the left, one turn, change.
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5. For a rear tire, place the jack in the slot on the rear tie-down bracket, just forward of the rear tire (as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding). Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged.
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7. Remove the lug nuts and wheel. 12. Remove the small center cap and securely WARNING! store the road wheel in the cargo area. 8. Position the spare wheel/tire on the vehicle To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the and install the lug nuts with the cone-shaped jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the end toward the wheel.
3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning WARNING! WARNING! the jack handle counterclockwise. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is 4. Refer to Torque Table for proper lug nut collision or hard stop could endanger the frozen.
Preparations For Jump-Start 1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic WARNING! The battery in your vehicle is located under the transmission into PARK and turn the ignition • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan passenger’s front seat. There are remote loca- to LOCK.
Jump-Starting Procedure 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) 6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: booster battery. WARNING! Disconnecting The Jumper Cables Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure 3.
NOTE: CAUTION! CAUTION! Shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE can Accessories plugged into the vehicle power Racing the engine or spinning the wheels only be achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph outlets draw power from the vehicle’s bat- may lead to transmission overheating and (8 km/h) or less.
NOTE: TOW EYE USAGE CAUTION! For off-road recovery, it is recommended to Your vehicle is equipped with a tow eye that can • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting use both of the front tow hooks to minimize be used to tow a disabled vehicle. between DRIVE and REVERSE, do not the risk of damage to the vehicle.
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• Do not use the tow eye to pull the vehicle CAUTION! onto a flatbed truck. • The tow eye must be used exclusively for • Do not use the tow eye to free a stuck roadside assistance operations. Only use vehicle.
Front Tow Eye Installation TOWING A DISABLED NOTE: The front tow eye receptacle is located behind a Vehicles equipped with Quadra-Lift™ must VEHICLE door on the front bumper fascia be placed in Transport mode, before tying This section describes procedures for towing a them down (from the body) on a trailer or To install the tow eye, open the door using the disabled vehicle using a commercial towing...
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to If flatbed equipment is not available, and the CAUTION! (Continued) prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow transmission is operable, the vehicle may be • When securing the vehicle to a flatbed bars and other equipment designed for this towed (with rear wheels on the ground) under truck, do not attach to front or rear suspen-...
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the MANUAL PARK RELEASE CAUTION! transfer case is operable, vehicles with a two- Towing faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or speed transfer case may be towed (in the WARNING! farther than 30 miles (48 km) with rear forward direction, with ALL wheels on the wheels on the ground can cause severe ground), IF the transfer case is in NEUTRAL (N)
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Follow these steps to use the Manual Park 3. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, push the Release: metal latch in towards the tether strap. 1. Firmly apply the parking brake. 2. Open the center console and locate the Manual Park Release cover, remove it by snapping the cover away from the console hinges.
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To Disengage the Manual Park Release Lever: 2. Once the tension has been released and the lever has been unlocked be sure it is stowed 1. To disengage the Manual Park Release ap- properly and locks into position. ply tension upward while pushing the re- lease latch towards the tether to unlock the lever.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! SYSTEM (OBD II) The pages that follow contain the required • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could maintenance services determined by the engi- Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated cause further damage to the emission con- neers who designed your vehicle.
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night. Checking the engine oil level when the Engine Oil Selection — Non ACEA CAUTION! (Continued) engine is cold will give you an incorrect reading. Categories • Your vehicle has been built with improved For best performance and maximum protection Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level fluids that protect the performance and under all types of operating conditions, the...
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NOTE: Synthetic Engine Oils CAUTION! SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to Fiat You may use synthetic engine oils provided the Do not use chemical flushes in your engine 9.55535-S1 or Fiat 9.55535-S3 may be used recommended oil quality requirements are met, oil as the chemicals can damage your en- when SAE 5W-20 engine oil meeting and the recommended maintenance intervals...
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Engine Oil Filter WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced with a • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution one is near the engine compartment before new filter at every engine oil change. starting the vehicle with the air induction and can burn or even blind you.
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CAUTION! WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • It is essential when replacing the cables on • Use only refrigerants and compressor lu- damage your air conditioning components. the battery that the positive cable is at- bricants approved by the manufacturer for Such damage is not covered by the New tached to the positive post and the nega- your air conditioning system.
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Warming Potential). However, the manufacturer The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet 2. There are glove compartment travel stops recommends that air conditioning service be behind the glove compartment. Perform the on both sides of the glove compartment performed by authorized dealer or other service following procedure to replace the filter: door, partially close the glove compartment...
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4. With the glove compartment door loose, the filter cover to the HVAC housing. Disen- 7. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the remove the glove compartment tension gage the mid way snap by pulling the door filter pointing toward the floor.
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NOTE: such as MOPAR® Lock Cylinder Lubricant di- Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation rectly into the lock cylinder. Ensure the glove compartment door hinges 1. Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm and glove compartment travel stops are upward, this will allow the rear wiper blade to Windshield Wiper Blades fully engaged.
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3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and 5. Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot WARNING! rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot cap into place. Commercially available windshield washer pin from the wiper blade holder. solvents are flammable.
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NOTE: WARNING! CAUTION! Intentional tampering with emissions con- • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They • The catalytic converter requires the use of trol systems can result in civil penalties contain carbon monoxide (CO), which is unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will being assessed against you.
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Cooling System Check the engine cooling system hoses for Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tight- NOTE: ness of the connection at the coolant recovery WARNING! Some vehicles require special tools to add bottle and radiator.
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Please review these recommendations for us- CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) ing Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based coolant (antifreeze) that meets the require- than specified Organic Additive Technol- engine coolant (antifreeze) products.
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Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility The cap should be inspected and cleaned if children, do not store ethylene glycol-based to maintain the proper level of protection there is any accumulation of foreign material on engine coolant in open containers or allow it to against freezing according to the temperatures the sealing surfaces.
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• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) addi- Material Standard MS-12106 should be added Warranty Handbook” for the proper mainte- to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill. tions are required, the cooling system should nance intervals. be pressure tested for leaks. Points To Remember •...
With disc brakes, the fluid level can be expected Front/Rear Axle Fluid WARNING! (Continued) to fall as the brake linings wear. However, an For normal service, periodic fluid level checks • To avoid contamination from foreign matter unexpected drop in fluid level may be caused by are not required.
The rear axle fill and drain plugs should be Adding Fluid Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this section tightened to 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m). Add fluid at the filler hole, until it runs out of the for fluid specifications.
do not add any fluid additives to the transmis- If you notice fluid leakage or transmission mal- Appearance Care And Protection sion. The only exception to this policy is the use function, visit your authorized dealer immedi- From Corrosion of special dyes for diagnosing fluid leaks. Avoid ately to have the transmission fluid level Protection Of Body And Paint From using transmission sealers as they may ad-...
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• If you detect any stone chips or scratches in What Causes Corrosion? stains and to protect your paint finish. Take Corrosion is the result of deterioration or re- care never to scratch the paint. the paint, touch them up immediately. The moval of paint and protective coatings from your cost of such repairs is considered the re- •...
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• For grease stains, apply MOPAR® Multi- Wheel And Wheel Trim Care CAUTION! Purpose Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and • All wheels and wheel trim, especially alumi- Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to num and chrome plated wheels, should be bristle brush, or metal polishes.
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cation of a leather conditioner is not required to To minimize the possibility of scratching the Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses maintain the original condition. lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping The lenses in front of the instruments in this with a dry cloth.
Power Distribution Center WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) The Power Distribution Center is located in the A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a serious personal injury, fire and/or property engine compartment near the battery. This cen- collision and leave you with no protection. damage.
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 60 Amp Yellow – Radiator Fan 40 Amp Green – Compressor for Air Suspension - If Equipped 40 Amp Green – Anti-lock Brakes/Electronic Stability Control Pump 40 Amp Green – Starter Solenoid 20 Amp Blue –...
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink – Front Wipers 30 Amp Pink – Anti-lock Brakes/Stability Control Module/Valves 20 Amp Blue – Trailer Tow Backup Lights - If Equipped 20 Amp Blue – Trailer Tow Parking Lights - If Equipped 30 Amp Pink –...
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension Control Module - If Equipped – 15 Amp Blue Ignition Node Module / Keyless Ignition / Steering Column Lock – 5 Amp Tan Battery Sensor – 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow –...
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 20 Amp Yellow Rear Wiper Motor – 15 Amp Blue Spotlight Feed - If Equipped – 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump Motor – 30 Amp Green Audio Amplifier – 15 Amp Blue HID Headlamp RH - If Equipped –...
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Airbag Module – 10 Amp Red Air Suspension – If Equipped / Trailer Tow / Steering Col- umn Control Module – 15 Amp Blue Instrument Panel Cluster F90/F91 – 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet (Rear seats) Selectable –...
VEHICLE STORAGE CAUTION! If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more • When installing the power distribution cen- than 21 days you may want to take steps to ter cover, it is important to ensure the protect your battery. You may: cover is properly positioned and fully •...
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Bulb Number Premium Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) LED - (Service at Authorized Dealer) Front Fog Lamps Front Side Marker - If Equipped Premium Front Side Marker - If Equipped LED - (Service at Authorized Dealer) Front Park/Turn Lamp - If Equipped 7444NA (WY27/8W) Rear Body Side Turn Signal Lamps 7440NA (WY21W)
BULB REPLACEMENT WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! headlamps when the headlamp switch is Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. NOTE: turned ON. It may cause serious electrical Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- shock or electrocution if not serviced prop- life.
Front Fog Lamps 4. Align the index tabs of the front fog lamp bulb with the slots in the collar of the bulb 1. Reach through the cutout in the splash opening on the back of the front fog lamp shield and disconnect the wiring harness housing.
Rear Liftgate Mounted Tail Lamp 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Use a fiber stick or flat blade screw driver to pry the lower trim from the liftgate. 3. Continue removing the trim. 4. Disconnect the two trim panel lights. 1 — Rear Stop Lamp Bulb Socket 1 —...
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) The center high mounted stop lamp is LED. Service at Authorized Dealer. Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp Rear License Lamp 1. The rear license lamps are LED. Service at Authorized Dealer...
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/ 150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil – 3.6L/5.7L Gasoline Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil, such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, Shell Helix®...
Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Use only Mopar® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Transfer Case – Single-Speed We recommend you use MOPAR®...
• Should this fail to resolve the problem, con- • Selling and servicing authorized dealer. IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE tact the manufacturer’s distributor nearest to • Vehicle’s delivery date and current odometer The manufacturer’s distributors are vitally inter- your location. ested in your satisfaction with their products distance.
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