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VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA features and equipment that are either standard or op- US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA tional on this vehicle.
- all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. RAM is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC. This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL...
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Operating instructions for the special equipment in- stalled by the conversion/camper manufacturer should This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions operating procedures that could result in a collision or are missing, please contact your authorized dealer for bodily injury.
INTRODUCTION 7 frame and underbody as well as the Automobile Infor- VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS mation Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title. WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ To Arm The System .....15 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .11 ▫...
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10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Child Restraints ..... . .54 POWER DOOR LOCKS ....20 ▫...
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The Key Fob contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter with an integrated key. To use the mechanical key, simply push the mechanical key release button. The vehicle is supplied with a code card containing key code numbers to order duplicate keys, and the autho- rized studio that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks.
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12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder. WARNING! • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK and re- move the Key Fob from the vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always lock your vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key-In-Ignition Reminder WARNING! (Continued) Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition • Do not leave children or animals inside parked and the ignition switch position is OFF/LOCK sounds a vehicles in hot weather.
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A key which has not been programmed is also Replacement Keys considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 • This device must accept any interference that may be Rearming Of The System received, including interference that may cause unde- If the system has not been disabled, the Vehicle Security sired operation. Alarm will rearm itself after the 15 additional minutes of turn lamps flashing.
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Vehicle Security Alarm will also disarm if a pro- ILLUMINATED ENTRY grammed Sentry Key® is inserted into the ignition The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the switch. To exit the alarming mode, push the RKE trans- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or manually mitter UNLOCK button, or insert a programmed Sentry from the driver door cylinder to unlock the doors or open...
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE unlock the cargo area (rear lateral sliding doors and rear Transmitter Battery Replacement door). The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap- the unlock signal. ply.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. •...
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station To unlock the front doors, pull the inside door handle to tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB the detent. radios.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal • Do not leave children or animals inside parked or the gear selector. vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may •...
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled through the EVIC or the Uconnect® system. Auto Unlock Doors This feature unlocks all doors when the driver door is open. WINDOWS Power Windows The control on the left front door panel has UP-DOWN switches that give you fingertip control of all power windows.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 To open the window part way, push the window switch WARNING! and release it when you want the window to stop. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with NOTE: The power window switches remain active for up access to an unlocked vehicle.
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag: Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: 1.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind the “If You Need Consumer Assistance” section for them or under their arm. customer service contact information. 5. You should read the instructions provided with your WARNING! child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly.
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26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they Initial Indication can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some If the driver is unbuckled when the ignition switch is first of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown in the START or ON/RUN position, a chime will signal from the vehicle.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 unoccupied). The BeltAlert warning sequence starts by are placed on the outboard front passenger seat or when blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and sounding an the seat is folded flat (if equipped). It is recommended intermittent chime.
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28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only during very WARNING! (Continued) sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoul- other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the der part of the seat belt to move freely with you under vehicle.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your injuries in a collision much worse. You might abdomen. Always wear the lap part of your seat suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out belt as low as possible and keep it snug.
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30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly. collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect •...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Pulling Out The Latch Plate Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle 3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
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32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the seat belt, push the red button on the buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the seat belt to retract fully.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate. 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing and the seat belt is no longer twisted.
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34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of the seat belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Position the lap belt snug and low below the abdomen and across the strong bones of the hips. Place the shoulder belt across the chest and away from the neck. Never place the shoulder belt behind the back or under the arm.
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36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- straint Controller (ORC). Like the air bags, the preten- sioners are single use items. A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately. Energy Management Feature The front seat belt system is equipped with an Energy Management feature that may help further reduce the...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 sound as the seat belt retracts. Allow the webbing to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click.
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38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) WARNING! (Continued) locking mode. younger, including a child in a rear-facing child restraint. WARNING! • Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle • The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the with a rear seat.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 • Driver and Front Passenger Air Bags Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) • Supplemental Side Air Bags Some of the safety features described in this section may be standard equipment on some models, or may be •...
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40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the instrument panel for approximately four to eight seconds the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is for a self-check when the ignition switch is in the first in the MAR/ACC/ON/RUN position.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WARNING! Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bag system to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately.
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42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Con- WARNING! troller (ORC), which may receive information from the • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument front impact sensors (if equipped) or other system com- ponents.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 substantial vehicle damage — for example, some pole WARNING! (Continued) collisions, truck underrides, and angle offset collisions. because the air bags may no longer be functional. On the other hand, depending on the type and location of The protective covers for the air bag cushions are impact, front air bags may deploy in crashes with little designed to open only when the air bags are...
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44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to their full size. The front air bags fully inflate in less time than it takes to blink your eyes.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 deploys through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door. The SAB moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure occupants if they are not seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the SAB inflates.
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46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The SABIC deploys downward, covering the side win- WARNING! (Continued) dows. An inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the • In order for the SABICs to work as intended, do not headliner out of the way and covers the window.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 deploy independently; a left side impact deploys the left WARNING! Side Air Bags only and a right-side impact deploys the • Occupants, including children, who are up against right Side Air Bags only. Vehicle damage by itself is not a good indicator of whether or not Side Air Bags should or very close to Side Air Bags can be seriously have deployed.
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48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or WARNING! complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side • Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not lean windows in certain side impact events. against the door or window.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 • Seat Belt Pretensioners normally heal quickly. However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any • Seat Belt Buckle Switch blistering, see your doctor immediately. If A Deployment Occurs •...
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50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Fuel Cut Off Switch WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with a Fuel Cut Off safety Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot switch. In the event of an accident, if the communication protect you in another collision.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 NOTE: After an accident, remember to cycle the ignition to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position and remove the key from the ignition switch to avoid draining the battery. Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine compartment and on the ground near the engine com- partment and fuel tank before resetting the system and starting the engine.
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52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the air Off Switch, carefully check for fuel leaks or damage to the vehicle electrical devices (e.g. headlights). bag system yourself.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Event Data Recorder (EDR) These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Restraints WARNING! (Continued) Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all how strong you are. The child and others could be times, including babies and children. Every state in the badly injured or killed.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 • Canadian NOTE: residents should refer Transport Canada’s website additional information: • For additional information, refer to www.safercar.gov/ http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/motorvehiclesafety/ parents/index.htm or call: 1–888–327–4236 safedrivers-childsafety-index-53.htm Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and...
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56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Children Too Large Children 12 years old or younger, who Vehicle Seat Belt, seated in the rear seat of for Child Restraints have out-grown the height or weight limit the vehicle of their booster seat...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 fit properly. If the child cannot sit with knees bent over WARNING! (Continued) the vehicle’s seat cushion while the child’s back is against • Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle the seatback, they should use a belt-positioning booster with a rear seat.
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58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Can the child sit all the way back against the back of WARNING! (Continued) the vehicle seat? the vehicle seat position. When the vehicle seat has 2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front been adjusted, reinstall the child restraint.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 move the child closer to the center of the vehicle, or use anchorages to complete the proper installation of a a booster seat to position the seat belt on the child forward-facing child restraint. If you must carry a child correctly.
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60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are Belt equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Front Bucket Seat Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Front Bench Seat Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Location Locations ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor...
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62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) “click.” Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in 4.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 8. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by lights, and courtesy lights while releasing all the doors pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt and displaying a message; they are deactivated by push- path.
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Reactivating the fuel cut off switch: WARNING! 1. Push the button A to reactivate the fuel cut off switch. Before reactivating the fuel cut off switch, carefully check for fuel leaks or damage to vehicle electrical devices (e.g.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a SAFETY TIPS high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil Transporting Passengers changes should be consistent with anticipated climate NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and • If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/ using a seat belt properly. rear doors open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is Exhaust Gas set at high speed.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open Air Bag Warning Light seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, The light should come on and remain on for inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the for lubrication or oil change.
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68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Floor Mat Safety Information WARNING! (Continued) Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your secured to prevent them from moving and interfer- vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area ing with the pedals or the ability to control the unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Lights WARNING! (Continued) Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and • If required, mounting posts must be properly in- exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn stalled, if not equipped from the factory. signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or panel.
74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 Power Mirrors — If Equipped WARNING! The power mirror controls are located on the driver-side Vehicles and other objects seen in an outside convex door trim panel. mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are.
76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE switch. Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move. When you are finished adjusting the mirror, turn the control to the center position “O” to prevent accidentally moving a mirror. Heated Mirrors —...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 If the mirror head or pivot exhibits a slight amount of play, the mirror should be power folded closed, then power folded open (this may require multiple button pushes). NOTE: The intended use of the power fold mirrors is by pushing the buttons to fold and unfold the mirrors.
78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Manual Front Seat Adjustments Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the The driver and passenger seats can be adjusted forward, vehicle. rearward, reclined, front and rear height and lumbar adjustments.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 Forward And Rearward Adjustment The adjusting bar is at the front of the seat, near the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or rear- ward. Release the bar once the seat is in the desired position.
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80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Height Adjustment (Without Swivel Seat) — If Equipped The height adjusting levers are located on the center outboard side of the seat. Lift up on the front lever to adjust the front of the seat up or down. Lift up on the rear lever to adjust the rear of the seat up or down.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 Height Adjustment (With Swivel Seat) — If Equipped The height adjusting knobs are located on the center outboard side of the seat. Rotate the front knob to adjust the front of the seat up or down. Rotate the rear knob to adjust the rear of the seat up or down.
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82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Recliner Adjustment — Without Swivel Seat The recliner knob is on the rear outboard side of the seat. To recline the seatback, lean back, rotate the knob rear- ward to position the seatback as desired. To return the seatback to its normal upright position, lean forward, rotate the knob forward until the seatback is in the upright position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 outward. Release the lever once the seatback is in the WARNING! upright position. • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be adjusted properly and you could be injured.
84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Damper Weight Adjustment Swivel Seat — If Equipped Use the weight adjustment knob to set the required The swivel seat lever is located at the lower front inboard setting based on body weight, with settings between side of the seat.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 are both locked in facing forward position. When the seats are not in the right position and the first vehicle movement after the cranking is attempted, a chime and a text message will appear in EVIC. Rotate and lock the swivel seats in the correct position before trying again.
86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fold-Down Flap Pull Tab Fold-Down Flap The fold-down flap is equipped with two cup holders Underseat Storage Tray (Driver Side Only) — If and a support surface with a paper holder clip. Equipped A storage tray is located under the drivers seat that can be easily removed by withdrawing the hooks on the support base.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 and seatbacks. The controls for the front heated seats are located on the lower outboard side of the seat. Underseat Storage Tray Heated Seat Switch Heated Seats — If Equipped Push the switch once to turn on the heated seats. Push the switch a second time to shut the heating elements off.
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt Head Restraints within two to five minutes. Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear WARNING! impact.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Front Head Restraints To raise the head restraint pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the adjust- ment button located on the base of the head restraint and push downward on the head restraint.
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Armrests — If Equipped WARNING! The seat adjustable armrest can be raised and adjusted • A loose head restraint thrown forward in a colli- for height. Underneath the front of the armrest is the sion or hard stop could cause serious injury or adjuster wheel which will adjust the height of the armrest death to occupants of the vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 Turn the adjuster wheel to the right or left to adjust the TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD height of the armrest up or down. To open the hood, two latches must be released. 1.
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92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle, reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and push the safety latch lever to the right to release it, before raising the hood. Hood Prop Rod Slot CAUTION! To prevent possible damage:...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 LIGHTS CAUTION! (Continued) Multifunction Lever • Do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center front edge of the The multifunction lever controls the operation of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights To turn on the headlights, turn the end of the multifunction lever to the headlight position. When the headlight switch is on, the parking lights, taillights, license plate light, the clear- ance lights and instrument panel lights are also turned on.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 To activate the Daytime Running Lights (DRL), rotate the Fog Lights — If Equipped end of the multifunction lever to the O (Off) position. The fog light switch is located on the center NOTE: The low beams and side/taillights will not be on stack of the instrument panel, just below the with DRL.
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Parking Lights High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch These lights can only be turned on with ignition key in Pull the multifunction lever toward you to switch the the STOP position or removed, by moving the end of the headlights to high beam.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Activation Map/Dome/Lights Remove the key or turn the ignition to the OFF/LOCK These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the position, and pull the multifunction lever toward the overhead console. Each light is turned on by pushing the steering wheel, within two minutes.
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Push the right switch to the right to turn ON the right Cargo Lamp map light. The Rear Cargo Lamp is located at the upper rear cargo area above the rear doors. Map/Dome Lights 1 —...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Your vehicle may be equipped with a Side Cargo Lamp The Cargo Lamps can be set to three different positions located at the upper rear area of the passenger side (Off/Right Position, Center Position, On/Left Position). sliding door opening.
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The windshield wipers/washers will only oper- settings when weather conditions make a single wiping ate with the ignition in the ON/RUN position. cycle, with a variable delay between cycles, desirable. Low Speed Push the lever downward to the second detent.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer WARNING! pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be used in order to Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield spray the windshield with washer fluid.
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control System can be reactivated by rotating the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF center ring and resetting the desired vehicle set speed.
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate WARNING! A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the RES button, or Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally deactivate Electronic Speed Control without erasing the set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 • If the lever is continually held up, the set speed will The drivers preferred units can be selected through the radio settings if equipped. Refer to ”Uconnect Settings” continue to increase until the lever is released, then the in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the lever is continually held down, the set speed will NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains continue to decrease until the lever is released, then speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on the new set speed will be established.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF ParkSense® Rear Park Assist Sensors EQUIPPED The four ParkSense® Rear Park Assist sensors, located in The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist system provides an the rear fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the audible indication of the distance between the rear vehicle that is within the sensors’...
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense® Rear Park Assist Alerts If an obstacle is behind the vehicle when REVERSE gear is engaged, an audible alert is activated. The tones emitted by the loudspeaker inform the driver that the vehicle is approaching an obstacle. The pauses between the tones are directly proportional to the dis- tance from the obstacle.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Audible And Visual Signals Supplied By The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System SIGNAL MEANING INDICATION Obstacle Distance An obstacle is present within the Audible signal (dashboard loudspeaker) • Sound pulses emitted at a rate that in- sensors’...
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE While audible signals are emitted, the audio system is not The sensors and wiring are tested continuously when the muted. ignition is in the ON/RUN position. Failures are indi- cated immediately if they occur when the system is ON. The audible signal is turned off immediately if the distance increases.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 • Objects such as bicycle carriers, etc., must not be ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System Usage Precautions placed within 12 in (30 cm) from the rear fascia/ bumper while driving the vehicle. Failure to do so can NOTE: result in the system misinterpreting a close object as a •...
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112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- when an obstacle is detected. It is recommended that the driver looks over his/her shoulder when mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- using ParkSense®.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the shift lever is put into REVERSE and/or when the rear doors are opened.
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114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width following table shows the approximate distances for each of the vehicle and will show separate zones that will help zone: indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle. The Zone Distance to the rear of the vehicle 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 • Dome Lights CAUTION! (Continued) • Map Lights unable to view every obstacle or object in your drive path. Map/Dome/Lights • To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the driven slowly when using ParkView to be able to overhead console.
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Push the right switch to the right to turn ON the right POWER OUTLETS — IF EQUIPPED map light. Passenger Compartment Power Outlet The cigar lighter and the power outlet are located in the center console.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Load Compartment Power Outlet The Load Compartment Power Outlet is located on the left rear side of the rear cargo compartment. The outlet can be is used for powering 12 Volt adaptive accessories and recharging communications devices.
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118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or To avoid serious injury or death: prevent the engine from starting. • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF CUPHOLDERS EQUIPPED The cupholders for the drivers and passenger area are A removable ash receiver and cigar lighter are available. located near the floor just under the center stack storage compartment.
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Glove Compartments The glove compartments are located on the right side of the instrument panel. Glove Compartments 1 — Upper Glove Compartment 2 — Lower Glove Compartment...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Front Door Storage — If Equipped Dash Storage Storage areas and bottle holders are located in both the The dash storage is located on the right side of the front door trim panels. instrument panel.
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dashboard Clipboard CARGO AREA FEATURES Located on top of the dashboard is a clipboard and two Cargo Area storage bins on each side of the clipboard. The cargo area may be equipped with different options such as a optional side panels, rear seats and an optional floor.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Trip Functions ..... . .147 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..126 ▫...
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124 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Uconnect® RH3 Display....154 ▫ USB Charging Port ....180 ▫...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 125 ▫ Radio ......191 ▫ Voice Text Reply ..... .193 ▫...
128 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS The failure relating to this light could be: • One or more blown bulbs 1. Speedometer • A blown protection fuse The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per • A break in the electrical connection hour (mph) and/or kilometers per hour (km/h).
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 129 6. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped service, so that you can be sure that it is properly reset, or that the door jamb sticker is accurate if the odometer This indicator will illuminate when the park must be reset at zero.
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130 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Daytime Running Lights device. Contact an authorized dealer to have all the keys • Clearance Lights programmed. • License Plate Lights 10. Door Ajar Indicator The failure relating to these lights could be: This indicator will illuminate when one or •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 131 This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine. 15. Brake Warning Light The engine oil level must be checked under the hood. This light monitors various brake functions, 13. Electronic Speed Control Set Indicator Light including brake fluid level and parking brake application.
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132 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on Vehicles equipped with ABS are also equipped with when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of dropped below a specified level.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 133 NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not applied. It does not show the degree of brake application. need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
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134 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! drive slowly or park over flammable substances such Driving with a hot engine cooling system could as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could result damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads in death or serious injury to the driver, occupants or “H”...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 135 19. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light WARNING! (Continued) This light informs you of a problem with the Vehicle.” Follow the warnings under the “Cooling Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a System Pressure Cap” paragraph. problem is detected, the light will come on 18.
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136 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 20. TOW/HAUL 23. Generic Warning Light This light will illuminate when TOW HAUL The Generic Warning Light will illuminate if mode is selected. any of the following conditions occur: • Air Bag Warning Light Fault 21.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 137 24. Air Bag Warning Light As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System This light will turn on for four to eight seconds (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
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138 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the CAUTION! system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously The TPMS has been optimized for the original illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- equipment tires and wheels.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139 NOTE: The TPMS telltale is also accompanied by a “Low 27. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Tire” message in the Electronic Vehicle Information Cen- Light ter (EVIC). Refer to “Tire Pressure Monitoring System This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- (TPMS) in “Starting And Operating”...
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140 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see 29. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the This light monitors the Anti-lock Brake System problem diagnosed and corrected. (ABS).
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful (EVIC) information by pushing the switches mounted on the instrument panel. The EVIC Menu items consists of the The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- following: tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the •...
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142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Service (Diesel Only) • DRL - Daytime Running Light (if equipped) • Exit Menu The system allows the driver to select information by pushing the following buttons mounted on the instru- ment panel to the left of the steering column: EVIC Control Buttons •...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 • UP Arrow Button The setup menu can be activated by pushing the MODE button. Single pushes on the UP or DOWN but- Push and release the UP arrow button to scroll tons will scroll through the setup menu options. The upward through the main menu and sub- menu items include the following functions: menus or adjust the illumination on the instru-...
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144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • (*) just available after SBR disable made by CHR Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu Without Sub- Service menu • Service (Diesel Only) 1. Briefly push and release the MODE button to select the main menu option to set.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 3. Briefly push and release the MODE button to select display in the EVIC display. The engine oil change the displayed submenu option and to open the rel- indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the evant setup menu.
146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you New Trip start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not To reset: reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. • Push and hold the TRIP button to reset the system Trip Computer manually.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 • Trip distance A Start Of Trip Procedure • Average consumption With the ignition on, push and hold the TRIP button for over one second to reset. • Instantaneous consumption Exit Trip • Average speed A To exit the Trip function, wait until all the values have •...
148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Values Displayed Average Economy This value shows the approximate average consumption Range since the last reset. This indicates the distance which may be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank, assuming that driving Instant Economy conditions will not change.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 • DRL - Daytime Running Light (if equipped) Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) • Exit menu • Speed Beep NOTE: • Trip B Data • If equipped with Uconnect® 5.0 radio, some cus- • Set Time tomer programmable features will display in the Uconnect®...
150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL according to the specific characteristics of the vehicle, Recommendations with a design matching the style of the instrument panel. Road Safety The radio is installed in an ergonomic position for the We recommend that you learn how to use the various driver and passenger with a diagram on the front panel radio features (for example, Station Preset) before you that allows the user commands to be identified quickly...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 Radio Reception Identification Number Reception varies constantly while driving. The radio has a unique identification number (found on the warranty card). This card is required as proof of Reception may be affected by mountains, buildings or ownership if the radio is stolen or when seeking assis- bridges, especially when further away from the transmit- tance.
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152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You must enter the security (shown on the warranty Action Display card , for example, 4359) code as follows: When you finish entering the code, 4 3 5 9 push the POWER button to accept Action Display the code entered.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 General General • Separate BASS and TREBLE settings The radio offers the following features: • BALANCE/FADE (balances left/right and front/rear Radio (Tuner Mode) channels) • Automatic/Manual station tuning • Equalizer • Manual storage of 30 stations: 18 in the FM band (6 in •...
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154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® RH3 Display Buttons: Station search in automatic mode, station search in manual mode, forward/reverse tracks, forward/reverse within track. Mute/Pause Button: Interrupts the sound by muting or pausing the audio. DISP Button: Switches between display modes, clock display.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 Buttons 1 And 2: Forward/reverse folder. If you prefer, you can set Auto Switch OFF (see SETUP MENU section). The radio will only consider the ignition Band/AS Button: Select tuned frequency band, preset switch position when it executes the 60 min function: best stations.
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156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL repeatedly to change the equalization. If this button is Bass not pushed again within five seconds, or if you push The display will show BASS 00 to indicate that the Bass the ROTARY knob, the display returns to the previ- function can be set.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 knob counterclockwise to transfer the sound to the Volume left-hand side; the display will show BAL L 01 . The Turn the ROTARY knob clockwise to increase the vol- balance levels can be set between 0 and 15. ume.
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158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ST (Stereo) pattern for the selected band (100 kHz for FM and 10k Hz for AM). When the search button is pushed and When this is on, it indicates the radio station is transmit- held, the radio station frequency will continue to be ting.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 When the , Audio, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, BAND/AS Accessing Preset Stations buttons and SRC are pushed in Mute/Paused mode, When the preset buttons (1 through 6) are pushed for less these will be implemented and the audio will be than two seconds the radio will tune in to the station restored without changing the original volume.
160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Presetting stations with a strong signal: when the Setup Menu BAND/AS button is pushed for more than two seconds, You can use the Setup menu to change the various factory the radio will search for the 6 best stations and automati- settings to suit your own preferences.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 indicating the maximum volume selected. When the Clock maximum volume selected is the maximum radio vol- Pushing the DISP button for more than two seconds ume, the display will show MVOL OFF . enables or disables the clock display. When this feature is enabled, the display shows CLK ON and the clock is Auto Switch displayed whenever the ignition is switched on, even if...
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162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To enter USB mode, you must push the SRC button. CAUTION! (Continued) When you enter USB mode, the display shows LOAD- Due to the extensive range of makes and models of ING while the radio checks whether the connected storage devices available on the market, not all device is valid.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 File Sequence...
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164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Play Sequence (File) Comments Track 1_1 If there are MP3, WMA or AAC (extensions mp3, wma, m4a, mp4 and 3gp) files in the root folder, these will be played first. Track 2_1 Folders within the same level are sorted in ascending order by name (up to folder number 100, after which the order follows that in which they were re- Track 3_1 corded on the USB device).
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 When these buttons are pushed, the display will show a When you reach the final song in the last folder and push TRKyyy message, where yyy is the track number. If any again, the radio will advance to the first song in the of these buttons is briefly pushed again, the number in first folder on the USB device.
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166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Mute/Pause Pushing the F-TRACK button will not resume play, but using the (F-TRK + rotation) function will start or resume Pushing this knob stops music playback and mutes the play. sound. The display will switch between PAUSED and the current view (three seconds).
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 When the ROTARY knob is pushed or if its position is not Forward/Reverse Folder changed for five seconds, the track is selected, the ID3 tag When you push the memory 1 button, the radio will is processed and the music will start playing.
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168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Whenever the radio skips from one folder to another, the If the RND function is enabled, the music forward/ display will show the name of the folder to which you are reverse will be random, both in normal mode and Fast going for a few milliseconds (the rotary movements are Track mode.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 Uconnect® SETTINGS The Uconnect® system uses a combination of buttons on the touchscreen and buttons on the faceplate located on the center of the instrument panel that allows you to access and change the customer programmable features. Many features can vary by vehicle.
170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons On The Faceplate Buttons on the faceplate are located below the Uconnect® system in the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right side. Turn the control knob to scroll through menus and change settings (i.e., 30, 60, 90), push the center of the control knob one or more times to select or change a setting (i.e., ON, OFF).
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 Buttons On The Touchscreen When making a selection, press the button on the touch- screen to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the mode, press and release the preferred setting. Once the Uconnect®...
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172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Display Brightness With Headlights ON the desired language button. The button will highlight showing that setting has been selected. Press the arrow This feature allows you to select the display brightness back/Done button on the touchscreen to return to the when the headlights are on.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 • Units — If Equipped • Sync Time With GPS Press the Units button to select the correct unit for This feature allows you to automatically have the radio Temperature (°F or °C), Distance (mi or km) and Fuel set the time.
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174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Time Minutes • Time and Format This feature allows you to adjust the minutes. The “Sync This feature will allow you to set the time and choose the with GPS Time” button on the touchscreen must be format to display the time.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 Safety/Assistance had been selected. Press the arrow back/Done button on the touchscreen to return to the previous menu. After pressing the Safety/Assistance button on the touch- • ParkView® Backup Camera Delay screen the following settings will be available: •...
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176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Balance Doors & Locks After pressing the “Doors & Locks” button on the touch- This feature allows you to adjust the Balance settings. screen the following settings will be available: Press and drag the speaker icon, use the arrows to adjust, or tap the speaker icon to readjust to the center.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 press the Off, 1, 2 or 3 button on the touchscreen. Then To make your selection, press the AUX Volume Match press the back arrow/Done button on the touchscreen. button on the touchscreen, choose a level from –3 to +3 followed by pressing the back arrow/Done button on the •...
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178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Paired Audio Sources • Subscription Information This feature shows which audio devices are paired to the New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free Phone/Bluetooth® system. For further information, refer limited time subscription to SiriusXM Satellite Radio to the Uconnect®...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 • Restore Settings This feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port. When this feature is selected it will reset the Display, Clock, Audio, and Radio Settings to their default settings. To restore the settings to their default setting, press the Restore Settings button.
180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL may not fully support the iPod® control features. Please visit Apple’s website for software updates. For further information, refer to the Uconnect® Supple- ment Manual. USB Charging Port The USB connector port can be used for charging pur- poses only.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 WARNING! Do not plug in or remove the iPod® or external device while driving. Failure to follow this warning could result in a collision. STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on the surface of the steering wheel.
182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The following describes the right-hand control operation 4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners, in each mode. or anti-static sprays. Radio Operation 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. Pushing the top of the switch will “Scan” up for the next 6.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does not CLIMATE CONTROLS satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the phone, it Manual Heating And Air Conditioning is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during mobile phone operation when not using Uconnect®...
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184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of Temperature Control three outer rotary dials (blower speed, temperature and mode) and three inner push buttons (Recirculation, A/C, Rotate this control to regulate the tem- Rear Window Defroster). perature of the air inside the passenger Blower Control compartment.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Air Conditioning Control Mode Control (Air Direction) Push this button to engage the Air Rotate this control to choose from sev- Conditioning. A light will illuminate eral patterns of air distribution. You when the Air Conditioning system is can select either a primary mode as engaged.
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186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Bi-Level • Defrost Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use this mode with maxi- NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, mum blower and temperature settings for best wind- there is a difference in temperature between the upper shield and side window defrosting.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 • Hot Ambient Temperature. Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Ex- • Blower at Maximum speed. tended use of this mode is not recommended. •...
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188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Do not affix stickers to the inside of the heated rear window over the heating filaments, to avoid damage that might cause them to stop working properly. Additional Rear Climate Control — If Equipped This switch, mounted on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column, activates the additional rear heating/air conditioning system vent.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 Uconnect® 5.0 VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS Introducing Uconnect® Start using Uconnect® Voice Recognition with these helpful quick tips. It provides the key Voice Commands and tips you need to know to control your Uconnect® 5.0 system.
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190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger con- versations are examples of noise that may impact recognition. 3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead. The microphone is positioned on the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver. 4.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 Basic Voice Commands The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect® system. Push the VR button . After the beep, say • Cancel to stop a current voice session •...
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the VR button . After the beep, say • Tune to ninety-five-point-five FM • Tune to Satellite Channel Hits 1 TIP: At any time, if you are not sure of what to say or want to learn a Voice Command, push the VR button and say “Help.”...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 Push the VR button . After the beep, say one of the following commands and follow the prompts to switch your media source or choose an artist. • Change source to Bluetooth® • Change source to iPod® •...
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194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Once an incoming text message is read to you, push PRE-DEFINED VOICE TEXT REPLY RESPONSES the PHONE button . After the beep, say... “Re- I’ll call you I need direc- See you in ply.” later.
200 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic Transmission — If Equipped Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. position before you can start the engine. Press the brake pedal before shifting to any driving gear.
STARTING AND OPERATING 201 Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C) CAUTION! To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- started.
202 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits WARNING! quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a •...
STARTING AND OPERATING 203 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! Once the key is removed, the transmission is Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- locked in PARK, securing the vehicle against un- ing precautions are not observed: wanted movement. • Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after •...
204 STARTING AND OPERATING OFF (key removal) position. The key can only be re- NOTE: Swivel seats that are unlocked can also prevent moved from the ignition when the ignition is in the the transmission shift lever from being moved out of the LOCK/OFF position, and once removed the transmission PARK position.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 205 positions. Manual downshifts can be made using the ERS shift control (refer to “Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation” in this section for further information). Mov- ing the shift lever into the ERS (-/+) position (beside the DRIVE position) displays the current gear in the instru- ment cluster, and prevents automatic upshifts beyond this gear.
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206 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to downhill grade, and away from the curb on an uphill allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. grade. This is especially important when the engine is cold. WARNING! PARK (P) •...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 207 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- verse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to someone or something.
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208 STARTING AND OPERATING • When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever REVERSE (R) all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into fully seated. REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete •...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 209 while towing heavy trailers), select Tow/Haul mode or CAUTION! use the Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control (refer to Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation in this Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other section for further information) to select a lower gear reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause range.
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210 STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission Limp Home Mode 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. Transmission function is monitored electronically for 5. Restart the engine. abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home longer detected, the transmission will return to normal Mode is activated.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 211 you set the transmission gear limit to 4 (fourth gear), the To exit ERS mode, simply return the shift lever to the transmission will not shift above fourth gear, but will DRIVE position. shift through the lower gears normally. WARNING! You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any vehicle speed.
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212 STARTING AND OPERATING • The driver is not heavily pressing the accelerator. NOTE: To select the proper gear position for maximum deceleration (engine braking), move the shift lever into When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode the ERS position, then tap it forward (-) repeatedly as the When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a vehicle slows.
STARTING AND OPERATING 213 Torque Converter Clutch control, when the transmission is sufficiently warm, will demonstrate that the transmission is able to shift A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been into and out of Overdrive. included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle. •...
214 STARTING AND OPERATING when there is a difference in the surface traction under 1. Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are the front (driving) wheels. slushy. 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! 3.
STARTING AND OPERATING 215 Flowing/Rising Water WARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- WARNING! cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph Do not drive on or across a road or path where water (8 km/h) when driving through standing water. is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
216 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited standing water that is deeper than the bottom of Warranty. the tire rims mounted on the vehicle. • Determine the condition of the road or the path •...
STARTING AND OPERATING 217 NOTE: Power Steering Fluid Check • Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be travel are considered normal and do not indicate that checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are there is a problem with the power steering system.
218 STARTING AND OPERATING lever up as firmly as possible. To release the parking WARNING! brake, pull the lever up slightly, push the release button with your thumb, then lower the lever completely. Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 219 When the parking brake is applied with the ignition WARNING! (Continued) switch in the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position, the Brake • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or Warning Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate. in a location accessible to children.
220 STARTING AND OPERATING brakes will still function. However, the effort required to CAUTION! brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system operating. If the Brake Warning Light remains on with the parking brake released, a brake system malfunction ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM is indicated.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 221 modulate hydraulic pressure, to prevent wheel lock-up WARNING! (Continued) and to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces. firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to down or stop.
222 STARTING AND OPERATING the vehicle comes to a stop. This is the result of the torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. system reverting to the base brake system. This feature remains active even if the ESC is in the “Partial Off”...
STARTING AND OPERATING 223 the system, you must apply continuous braking pressure WARNING! (Continued) during the stopping sequence. Do not reduce brake pedal • The TCS cannot prevent collisions, including those pressure unless braking is no longer desired. Once the resulting from excessive speed in turns, or hydro- brake pedal is released, the BAS is deactivated.
224 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Stability Control (ESC) WARNING! The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) enhances direc- The Electronic Stability Control System (ESC) cannot tional control and stability of the vehicle under various prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on driving conditions.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 225 ESC Operating Modes section, has been disabled and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” will be illuminated. When in the “Partial Off” mode, ESC will operate without engine torque manage- The “ESC Off” switch is located in the center ment.
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226 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And WARNING! (Continued) ESC OFF Indicator Light enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC sys- tem is reduced. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator • Trailer Sway Control (TSC) is disabled when the Light” in the instrument cluster will come on ESC system is in the Partial Off mode.
STARTING AND OPERATING 227 The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” also The “ESC OFF Indicator Light” indicates the flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESC Activation/ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off. Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac- celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible.
228 STARTING AND OPERATING attempt to stop the trailer from swaying. TSC is disabled system will release brake pressure in proportion to the when the ESC system is in the “Partial Off” mode. amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in the intended direction of travel.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 229 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) brake pedal is released, there may not be enough There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded brake pressure to hold the vehicle and trailer on a vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system hill and this could cause a collision with another will not activate and slight rolling may occur.
230 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: Tire Markings • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 231 • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into into the sidewall.
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232 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: R = Construction code – R means radial construction, or – D means diagonal or bias construction 15, 16, 18 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index – A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol –...
STARTING AND OPERATING 233 EXAMPLE: Load Identification: Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire: • XL = Extra load (or reinforced) tire, or • LL = Light load tire or •...
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234 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation – This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
STARTING AND OPERATING 235 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours.
236 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Example Tire Placard Location (B-Pillar) Example Tire Placard Location (Door)
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STARTING AND OPERATING 237 Tire And Loading Information Placard 4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading...
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238 STARTING AND OPERATING XXX kg” on the Tire and Loading Information placard. is 650 lbs (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 lbs (68 kg) = 750 lbs The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and (340 kg), and 1400 lbs (635 kg) – 750 lbs (340 kg) = trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed 650 lbs [295 kg]).
240 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 241 Fuel Economy WARNING! (Continued) Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle resulting in higher fuel consumption. to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
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242 STARTING AND OPERATING At least once a month: The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire side- • Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality wall. pocket-type pressure gauge. Do not make a visual judge- Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range ment when determining proper inflation.
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
244 STARTING AND OPERATING Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped additional information. Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- on ice.
STARTING AND OPERATING 245 Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what WARNING! was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph Do not use Summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You (120 km/h).
246 STARTING AND OPERATING Run Flat tire reaches the run flat mode it has limited CAUTION! (Continued) driving capabilities and needs to be replaced immedi- compact or limited-use temporary spare installed. ately. A Run Flat tire is not repairable. Damage to the vehicle may result. It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at full capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the run flat mode.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 247 the Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the WARNING! driver’s side door opening or on the sidewall of the tire. Compact spare tire descriptions begin with the letter “T” Compact spares are for temporary emergency use or “S”...
248 STARTING AND OPERATING your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the WARNING! original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle Limited-Use Spare —...
STARTING AND OPERATING 249 Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for further information. WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one.
250 STARTING AND OPERATING worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be tread life. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle main- replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for tenance schedule is highly recommended. further information. WARNING! Life Of Tire Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 251 wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu- you may have on tire specifications or capability. Failure facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva- to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect lent to the originals in size, quality and performance the safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle.
252 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) WARNING! (Continued) Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard capacity, other than what was originally equipped against damage.
STARTING AND OPERATING 253 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the tions on the method of installation, operating following precautions: speed, and conditions for use. Always use the •...
254 STARTING AND OPERATING tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth, quiet ride. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being performed.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 255 The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means that when pressure as long as the condition exists, and will not turn the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will off until the tire pressure is at or above the recommended decrease.
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256 STARTING AND OPERATING pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn on the Tire CAUTION! (Continued) Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light. Driving the vehicle sensor damage. Using aftermarket tire sealants may may cause the tire pressure to rise to approximately cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 27 psi (186 kPa), but the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale sensor to become inoperable.
STARTING AND OPERATING 257 • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge Base System while adjusting your tire pressure. • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes This is the TPMS warning indicator located in the instrument cluster.
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258 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Unavailable” text message will display. If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumi- will repeat providing the system fault still exists. The Tire nate in the instrument cluster, an audible chime will be Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off when the activated, and the “Check tire pressure”...
STARTING AND OPERATING 259 1. The spare tire has a tire pressure monitoring sensor, NOTE: For a correct Tire Pressure Monitoring behavior, but it is not monitored until it is mounted in place of please wait for about 20 minutes in key-off during each any of the existing four road tires.
260 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- 3.6L Engine wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, This engine is designed to meet all emis- and durability for your vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 261 Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or not be covered under New Vehicle Limited Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Warranty. genates such as ethanol. E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles CAUTION! Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso- line containing up to 10% ethanol (E10).
262 STARTING AND OPERATING MMT In Gasoline conditions and they would result in additional cost. Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) fuel. is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline Fuel System Cautions blended with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without...
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) or malfunctioning and may require immediate ser- WARNING! vice. Contact your authorized dealer for service Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. assistance. • The use of fuel additives, which are now being Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 265 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a impurities into the fuel system and may cause the portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” to turn on, could be burned.
266 STARTING AND OPERATING Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message VEHICLE LOADING If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label “Check fuel cap”...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 267 • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) WARNING! • Type of Vehicle Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is • Month Day and Hour of Manufacture (MDH) important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR.
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268 STARTING AND OPERATING Inflation Pressure The best way to figure out the total weight of your vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for operation.
STARTING AND OPERATING 269 have exceeded either GAWR, but the total load is within Common Towing Definitions the specified GVWR, you must redistribute the weight. The following trailer towing related definitions will assist Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect you in understanding the following information: on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
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270 STARTING AND OPERATING The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your Tongue Weight (TW) fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the of the trailer must be supported by the scale. hitch ball by the trailer.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 271 If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC) steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and attempt to eliminate the trailer sway.
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272 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 273 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer. Ratings) Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer collisions. NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on addresses:...
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274 STARTING AND OPERATING Consider the following items when computing the Towing Requirements weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- • The tongue weight of the trailer. train components, the following guidelines are recom- mended.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 275 Perform the maintenance listed in the “Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) Schedule.” Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the cause a loss of control, poor performance or dam- proper maintenance intervals. When towing a trailer, age to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings.
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276 STARTING AND OPERATING “Tires – General Information” in “Starting And Oper- WARNING! (Continued) ating” for proper tire inflation procedures. • Total weight must be distributed between the tow • Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- vehicle and the trailer such that the following four sures before trailer usage.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 277 Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes WARNING! • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake This could cause inadequate braking and possible system and cause it to fail.
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278 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 279 The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer to the following illustrations. Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Backup Lamps 6 —...
280 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips Tow/Haul Mode Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, To reduce the potential for automatic transmission over- and backing up the trailer in an area located away from heating, activate the “TOW/HAUL” feature when driv- heavy traffic.
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 Cooling System Highway Driving To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- Reduce speed. heating, take the following actions: Air Conditioning City Driving Turn off temporarily. When stopped for short periods, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition...
282 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: For vehicles equipped with diesel engine, see CAUTION! important information in the Diesel Supplement. • DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the Recreational Towing — Automatic Transmission drivetrain will result. If this vehicle requires tow- Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the front wheels ing, make sure the drive wheels are OFF the are OFF the ground.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...285 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..298 ▫ Jack Location......298 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
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284 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ... . .319 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...321 ▫ Automatic Transmission ....322 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE .
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 285 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel below the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
286 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat WARNING! (Continued) from the engine cooling system. you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has had time CAUTION! to cool.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 287 Torque Specifications Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/ Lug Nut/ Bolt Size Bolt Socket Size 145 Ft-Lbs (197 N·m) M16 x 1.50 21 mm **Use only your Authorized Dealer recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening.
288 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury. TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED Small punctures up to 1/4 inch (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with Tire Service Kit. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 289 Tire Service Kit Components And Operation Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Your Tire Service Kit is equipped with the following symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. Selecting Air Mode Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to this position for air pump operation only.
290 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Using The Deflation Button Push the Deflation Button (2) to reduce the air pressure in the tire if it becomes over-inflated. Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions • Replace the Tire Service Kit Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed at the lower right hand corner on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 291 from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once WARNING! the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the properly discarded. vehicle closest to traffic.
292 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or • Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In heat source. case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a phy- •...
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 293 on the ground. This will provide the best positioning 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the tire and running the air pump.
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294 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and tire. the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6). If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 –...
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 295 latch pillar (recommended pressure). Check the tire 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge (3). valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the hose, and place the Tire Service Kit in the vehicle If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) storage location.
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296 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (D) Drive Vehicle: 1. Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to the Air Mode position. Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure 2.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 297 NOTE: If the tire becomes over-inflated, push the Defla- NOTE: When having the tire serviced, advise the autho- tion Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recom- rized dealer or service center that the tire has been sealed mended inflation pressure before continuing.
298 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES the front of the housing. Push the bottle into the WARNING! (Continued) housing. An audible click will be heard indicating the • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The bottle is locked into place. vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 299 Jack Location Jack Tools Removing The Spare Tire 1 — Winch Extension 2 — Lug Bolt Adapter 1. Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the 3 — Wrench Handle vehicle. Attach the lug bolt adapter to the winch extension and insert it into the winch mechanism.
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300 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Winch Location Winch Extension The winch mechanism is located under the rear of the 2. Rotate the wheel wrench handle counterclockwise vehicle to the right of the spare tire. until the spare tire is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 301 NOTE: The winch mechanism is designed for use with 3. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to gain the winch extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or access to the spare tire retainer. other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch.
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302 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Remove the retainer nut prior to removing the retainer 5. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to from the wheel. tilt the retainer at the end of the cable. Retainer Nut Lifting Spare Tire...
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 303 6. Pull the retainer through the center of the wheel. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
304 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle WARNING! (Continued) when the vehicle is being jacked. • Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a Jacking Instructions jack. • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 305 Jack Warning Label Assembled Jack 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug bolts by CAUTION! turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking 2.
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306 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The rear jacking location is located in front of the rear tire and in front of the leaf spring mount. Jacking Engagement Locations CAUTION! Rear Jacking Location Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 307 WARNING! (Continued) under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift. 3. Place the wrench handle and lug bolt adapter on the jack screw and turn to the right until the jack head is properly engaged in the described location.
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308 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! CAUTION! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 309 11. Install the winch extension and rotate the wrench WARNING! handle clockwise until the winch mechanism indi- cation window turns yellow and the operator hears To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, “3 clicks”...
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310 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! (Continued) operator should repeat the spare tire instillation procedure. If the yellow dot does not appear in the winch indication window, place and secure the dam- aged wheel into the vehicle and seek dealer assis- tance to the winch mechanism.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 311 13. Check the spare tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct the tire pressure, as required. For vehicles with aluminum wheels: 1. Remove the adapter bracket and bolts from the storage bag in the glove compartment. 2.
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312 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Securing The Bracket Alloy Wheel Mounting 4. Position the tire vertically and lay the mounted adapter on the inner part of the rim. Using the supplied bolts, fasten the wheel to the adapter using the bolt install wrench.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 313 Wheel Covers CAUTION! Use a back-and-forth motion to remove the hub cap. Do not use a twisting motion when removing the hub cap, damage to the hub cap finish may occur. The wheel covers on the vehicle are held in place by the wheel lug bolts and can be removed after the wheel lug bolts are taken off.
314 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack Preparations For Jump-Start follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and The vehicle’s jump starting remote posts are located precautions. under the hood, in the engine compartment on the driver’s side.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 315 WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact.
316 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park CAUTION! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle WARNING! or the discharged vehicle.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 317 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper 6. Once the engine is started, disconnect the jumper cable to the remote negative (-) post of the discharged cables in the reverse sequence: vehicle.
318 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle Battery Location you should have the battery and charging system in- There are two remote jump starting posts under the hood spected at your authorized dealer. which is the recommended jump start location.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 319 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.
320 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Push the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic WARNING! Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Off mode, before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- Control System”...
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 321 3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, remove the 6. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position. shift lever override access cover which is located 7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. below the shift lever.
322 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. equipment designed for this purpose, following equip- ment manufacturer’s instructions.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 323 • The towing distance must not exceed 15 miles (24 km). If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be towed faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than 15 miles (24 km), tow with the front wheels OFF the ground (using a flatbed truck, or wheel lift equipment with the front wheels raised).
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ....335 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..327 ▫ Exhaust System ..... .336 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM —...
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326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From ▫ Daytime Running Lamp (DRL)/Front Side Corrosion ......353 Marker Lamp .
328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause Diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 329 Tighten the gas cap until a clicking sound is heard. This is Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is ready for testing.
330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, position, you will see the Malfunction Indicator Light you may need to do nothing more than drive your (MIL) symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to CAUTION! (Continued) check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids fully warmed engine is shut OFF. that protect the performance and durability of your Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter-...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 Change Engine Oil American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa- This symbol means that the oil has tion.
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334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine Synthetic Engine Oils MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to FCA US You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®, Shell mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- Helix®...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 station or governmental agency for advice on how and WARNING! where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area. The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine Engine Oil Filter backfire.
336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System WARNING! The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and system.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- CAUTION! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst leaded fuel only.
338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- WARNING! age: • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. CAUTION! Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time. • It is essential when replacing the cables on the WARNING! battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to •...
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340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE A/C Air Filter CAUTION! Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning maintenance intervals. system as the chemicals can damage your air condi- tioning components. Such damage is not covered by WARNING! the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 Accessing Air Filter Removing Air Filer 1 — Screw Locations 1 — Fresh Air Inlet 2 — Fresh Air Inlet 2 — A/C Air Filter 3 — A/C Air Filter Retainer 2. Remove and replace the A/C air filter from the filter retainer.
342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Install the A/C air filter/filter retainer back into the other underhood services, the hood latch, release mecha- fresh air inlet. When installing the filter retainer make nism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. sure the retainer is fully engaged.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from WARNING! the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend- must be exercised when filling or working around ing on geographical area and frequency of use.
344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) only by an WARNING! authorized dealer. Check the front of the A/C condenser •...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper CAUTION! (Continued) maintenance intervals. coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling Selection Of Coolant system in an emergency, the cooling system will need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts”...
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346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant Adding Coolant that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine MS.90032 and distilled water. Use higher concentra- coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS.90032) that al- tions (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below −34°...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 NOTE: The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. • Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could WARNING! lead to severe internal engine damage.
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348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE with your local authorities to determine the disposal Points To Remember rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in from the front of the engine compartment.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) required, the cooling system should be pressure tested performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis- for leaks. sions. • Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a Brake System minimum of 50% OAT coolant (conforming to In order to assure brake system performance, all brake...
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350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re- fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts” in “Main- The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked taining Your Vehicle” for further information. when performing underhood services, or immediately if the “Brake System Warning Light”...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 Automatic Transmission (3.6L Gasoline Engine WARNING! (Continued) Only) cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake Selection Of Lubricant fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro- ensure optimum transmission performance and life.
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352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And nents.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on CAUTION! trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking, If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants, rized dealer immediately.
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354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Insects, tree sap and tar. CAUTION! • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. such as steel wool or scouring powder that will scratch metal and painted surfaces.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 • If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar Wheel And Wheel Trim Care cause that destroys the paint and protective coating, All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible. The chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly using cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of mild (neutral Ph) soap and water to maintain their luster...
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356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE damage this finish and such damage is not covered by CAUTION! the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Avoid products or automatic car washes that use CAUTION! acidic solutions or strong alkaline additives or harsh brushes. These products and automatic car washes Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 • Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel. Dark Vapor Or Black Satin Chrome Wheels • For tough stains, apply MOPAR® Total Clean, or a CAUTION! mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain.
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358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning Interior Trim liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean Interior trim should be cleaned starting with a damp your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi- cloth, a damp cloth with MOPAR®...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the different lens cleaning procedures must be followed. towel or cloth that you are using. Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror.
360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR® Total Clean, a Cleaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove Removal the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft Pull the flexible liner from the cupholder drawer starting cloth.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 Installation WARNING! (Continued) Place the liner into the cupholder drawer and push the • Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition liner into place so that the retention tabs seat into the is off and that all the other services are switched off corresponding openings in the drawer.
362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses The ID number of the electrical component correspond- ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover. The Front Power Distribution Center is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. To access the fuses, remove the cover.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description 40 Amp Orange Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Pump 20 Amp Yellow Starter Relay 3.6L (3.6 Gasoline Engine) (3.6 Gasoline Engine) 50 Amp Red Glow Plug Unit (3.0 Diesel Engine) (3.0 Diesel Engine) 50 Amp Red Secondary Power Distribution Center (PDC) (3.6 Gasoline Engine)
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364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description 50 Amp Red Engine Cooling Fan - 1st Speed (non A/C) 60 Amp Blue (A/C) 40 Amp Orange Passenger Compartment Blower 15 Amp Blue Rear Power Outlet 15 Amp Blue Horn 15 Amp Blue Fuel Pressure Regulator (MPROP)-DRV (3.0 Diesel...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description 20 Amp Yellow Engine Control Module (ECM), Injectors (3.6 Gasoline Engine) 20 Amp Yellow Secondary Loads, Engine Control Module (ECM) (3.0 Diesel Engine) 7.5 Amp Brown KL30 Engine Control Module (ECM), KL30 Main Relay Coil (3.6 Gasoline Engine) 7.5 Amp Brown KL30 Manual Transmission Automated (MTA),...
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366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description 20 Amp Yellow Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Valves 7.5 Amp Brown KL15 Vacuum pump relay coil (3.6 Gasoline En- gine) — If Equipped 15 Amp Blue Heated Mirrors Front PDC Additional Fuses The additional fuse box is located inside the front PDC Box.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 Cavity Mini Fuse Description 20 Amp Yellow Vacuum Pump (3.6 Gasoline Engine) — If Equipped 30 Amp Green Transmission Power RELE (3.6 Gasoline Engine) — If Equipped 7.5 Amp Brown Urea Pump (3.0 Diesel Engine) — If Equipped 25 Amp White Urea NOX Sensor 1–2 —...
368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Fuses The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Module (BCM) and is located on the driver’s side under the instrument panel. Fuse Panel...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 Fuse Panel Cavity Locations...
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370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Mini Fuse Description 10 Amp Red Right Low Beam 10 Amp Red Left Low Beam 5 Amp Beige INT/A 10 Amp Red SBMT 7.5 Amp Brown Clearance Lights 15 Amp Blue +30 (ACM – TPCU – RRM – DLC) 5 Amp Beige INT (BRAKE NO –...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 Cavity Mini Fuse Description 7.5 Amp Brown INT (ORC) 5 Amp Beige INT (REAR CAMERA-AUX) 5 Amp Beige +30 (IPC) 7.5 Amp Brown Left High Beam 7.5 Amp Brown Right High Beam 7.5 Amp Brown Left Fog Lamp 7.5 Amp Brown Right Fog Lamp...
372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Right Central Pillar Fuses The right central pillar fuse panel is located on the interior side at the base of the passenger side B pillar. Fuse Panel Fuse Panel Location...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 Cavity Mini Fuse Description 7.5 Amp Brown Seat Heater 20 Amp Yellow Rear Left Windows Heater 20 Amp Yellow Rear Right Windows Heater • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of VEHICLE STORAGE service (e.g., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes...
374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Overhead Lamp Sun Visors Courtesy Lamp FF500 Glove Compartment Rear Courtesy Lamp Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Front Low and High Beam Headlamp H7LL Front Park/Turn Signal Lamps 7444NA Daytime Running Lamps (If Equipped) 7440 Front Side Marker Lamps WY5W...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 Bulb Number Rear Turn Signal Lamps 7440NA Rear Backup Lamps Rear Side Marker Lamps Front Fog Lamps License Plate Lamps Front Roof Lamps WY5W Rear Roof Lamps NOTE: • Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer. •...
376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT 6. Remove appropriate plastic cap from the back of the headlamp housing. NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric 7. Push down on the upper portion of the socket. conditions change to allow the condensation to change 8.
378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lamp (DRL)/Front Side Marker 7. Replace lamp as required and lock in place. Lamp 8. Reinstall plastic cap. NOTE: Passenger side headlamp must be removed for 9. Carefully reinstall headlamp in the same position on bulb replacement, for driver side headlamp go to step 6 the vehicle, so as not to affect headlamp aiming.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 Front Fog Lamps 4. Reinstall the bulb socket and rotate clockwise to lock in place. 1. Turn front wheels inboard to access cover in wheel liner. 5. Reinstall lamp. 2. Open the cover on the front of the wheel liner. Rear Tail, Stop, Backup, Turn Signal And Rear Side Marker Lamps 3.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 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) meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032. Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the require- ments of FCA US Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, and Shell...
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382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission – 3.6L Gasoline Engine Only Use Only ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Fail- ure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. We recommend MOPAR®...
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386 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your indicator system. The oil change indicator system will Instrument Panel”...
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 387 Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil • Check engine oil level Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter. • Check windshield washer fluid level • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu- •...
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388 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 389 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Replace Brake Fluid every two years. * Replace spark plugs. ** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) which- ever comes first.
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390 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .393 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
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392 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .399 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ... .398 ▫...
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 393 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
394 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized FCA USA LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 395 In Mexico Contact Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Sante Fe C.P.
396 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service WARNING! contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only), manufacturer’s service contract.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 397 MOPAR® PARTS campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized MOPAR® fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are dealer, and the manufacturer. available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety operating at its best.
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398 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Diagnostic Procedure Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix cepted.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 399 Call toll free at: Treadwear • 1-800-890-4038 (U.S.) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...
400 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre- WARNING! sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not WARNING! include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or...
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416 INDEX Transporting Pets ......63 Warranty Information ..... .396 Tread Wear Indicators .
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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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