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The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. FCA US LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their attention off the road.
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Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US This User Guide has been prepared to help you For more detailed descriptions of the topics discussed in this User Guide, as well as informa- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents preci- quickly become acquainted with the important tion covering features and processes not covered sion workmanship, distinctive styling, and high...
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In addition, the User Guide has been conceived Symbols HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL considering vehicles with steering wheel on the Some vehicle components have colored labels left side; it is therefore possible that on vehicles whose symbols indicate precautions to be ob- Essential Information with steering wheel on the right side, the position served when using this component.
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GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY STARTING AND OPERATING IN CASE OF EMERGENCY SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MULTIMEDIA CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE INDEX...
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GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTRUMENT PANEL ... . .6 INTERIOR ....7...
NOTE: KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. Key With Remote Control These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) key fob contains an integrated key.
General Information for door locks and liftgate release are disabled. If The activation of the vehicle security alarm is followed by a self-diagnosis stage. If a fault is something triggers the alarm, the vehicle security The following regulatory statement applies to all detected during the self-diagnosis stage, the horn alarm will provide the following audible and visible radio frequency (RF) devices equipped in this...
The vehicle security alarm is designed to protect To Engage Or Disengage The Child-Protection WARNING! your vehicle; however, you can create conditions Door Lock System where the vehicle security alarm will arm unex- • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside 1.
NOTE: Fold And Tumble Rear Seat 2. Fold the seatback forward. Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt NOTE: within two to five minutes. • Prior to folding the rear seat, it may be neces- sary to reposition the front seats. WARNING! •...
3. Locate the seatback recline lever on the HEAD RESTRAINTS outboard side of the seat and lift upward on the lever. Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact. Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear.
Reactive Head Restraints — Front Seats NOTE: Do not reposition the head restraint 180 degrees The front driver and passenger seats are to the incorrect position in an attempt to gain equipped with Reactive Head Restraints. In the additional clearance to the back of the head. event of a rear impact, the Reactive Head Re- straints will automatically extend forward, mini- WARNING!
Rear Head Restraints Adjustment pulling the head restraint up.To reinstall the head restraint, put the head restraint posts into the The rear seats are equipped with adjustable head holes and push downward. Then adjust it to the restraints, the outboard head restraints have two appropriate height.
Rear Head Restraint Removal To unlock the steering column, pull the control STEERING WHEEL handle down. To tilt the steering column, move NOTE: the steering wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering If the center rear head restraint requires removal, Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column column, pull the steering wheel outward or push see your authorized dealer.
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped EXTERIOR LIGHTS To activate the Daytime Running Lights (DRL), rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the Headlights O symbol. The multifunction lever, located on the left side of NOTE: the steering wheel, controls the operation of the The low beams and side/tail lights will not be on headlights, headlight high beams, lane change assist with DRL.
Flash-To-Pass Activation Through the Uconnect menu, the driver can choose between the following activation times: 0, You can signal another vehicle with your head- Remove the key or turn the ignition to the STOP 30, 60, or 90 seconds. lights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever (OFF/LOCK) position, and pull the multifunction To switch off the feature, select 0 seconds.
Windshield Wiper Off WIPERS AND WASHERS This is the normal position of the wiper lever: O. The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on Intermittent Wiper System the right side of the steering column. Intermittent Low Speed — NOTE: Rotate the end of the lever upward to the first The windshield wipers/washers will only operate detent for low intermittent speed to operate the with the ignition in the ON/RUN position.
Front Windshield Washer Operation • In synchronous mode (at half the speed of the CAUTION! front window wiper), when the front windshield Pull the windshield wiper/washer lever toward shield wiper control is turned off and the wiper is operating and the lever is in the the steering wheel to activate the washers.
CLIMATE CONTROLS Automatic Climate Control Overview Automatic Climate Controls...
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Automatic Climate Control Descriptions Icon Description A/C Button Push and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when A/C is on. Performing this function again will cause the A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the A/C indicator will turn off. Recirculation Button Push and release this button to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air mode.
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Icon Description Rear Defrost Button Push and release the Rear Defrost Control button to turn ON the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after twenty minutes.
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Icon Description Floor Mode Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets. Climate Control Power Button Push and release this button to turn the Climate Control on/off. Driver Temperature Knob Provides the driver with independent temperature control.
System Maintenance NOTE: NOTE: In cold weather, use of recirculation mode may • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side In winter, the climate control system must be lead to excessive window fogging. The recircula- glass, select Defrost mode and increase blower turned on at least once a month for about ten tion feature may be unavailable (button on the speed if needed.
3. When the system is set up for your comfort NOTE: 4 weeks, disconnect the negative cable from the level, it is not necessary to change the settings. The system will not automatically sense the battery. Refer to “Jump Starting Procedures” in “In You will experience the greatest efficiency by presence of fog, mist or ice on the windshield.
Closing WARNING! POWER SUNROOF With the sunroof in the full open position, pull roof. You could also be seriously injured or The sunroof has two glass panels (the front one and hold the power sunroof switch for approxi- killed. Always fasten your seat belt properly is operational and the rear one fixed) and is mately one second and release.
Sunroof Reinitialization Wind Buffeting To open the sun blind partway, pull the sun blind switch briefly and release it when you want the 1. Place the ignition in the ON/RUN mode. Wind buffeting can be described as the percep- sun blind to stop. tion of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type 2.
2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push HOOD LIFTGATE the red safety catch lever to the left and raise the hood. The safety catch lever is located Opening Opening under the center front edge of the hood. To open the hood, two latches must be released To unlock the liftgate, use the key fob or activate Closing...
2. Take the screwdriver from the tool box • HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held trans- WARNING! mitters that operate devices such as garage supplied. door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home • Driving with the liftgate open can allow 3.
Ensure that your vehicle is parked outside of the Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling Code Programming HomeLink To A Garage Door garage before you begin programming. Or Non-Rolling Code Device Opener It is recommended that you erase all the channels Before programming a device to one of your To program any of the HomeLink buttons to of your HomeLink before you use it for the first...
NOTE: Non-Rolling Code Garage Door Opener Final Programming HomeLink To A Miscellaneous Make sure the garage door opener motor is Steps Device plugged in before moving on to the rolling 1. Push and hold the programmed HomeLink Refer to “Programming HomeLink To A Garage code/non-rolling code final steps.
1. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position, 1. This device may not cause harmful interfer- On models with optional "smoker’ s kit," the cigar without starting the engine. ence, and lighter takes the place of the power socket. Refer to “Cigar Lighter”...
Rear Seat Charge Only USB Cigar Lighter — If Equipped NOTE: • Always check that the cigar lighter is switched There is also a Rear Seat USB port located on the This is located on the instrument panel, below the back of the center console that can be used to off.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY..38 Red Warning Lights ....40 Blue Indicator Lights ....47 Yellow Warning Lights .
Instrument Cluster Display Control Buttons INSTRUMENT CLUSTER The system allows the driver to select informa- DISPLAY tion by pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel: Your vehicle may be equipped with an instrument cluster display, which offers useful information to the driver.
• Push and release the up arrow button to scroll Unless reset, this message will continue to display • Vehicle Info – Tire Pressure upward through the main menu and submenus. each time you turn the ignition is cycled to the ON or RUN position.
applicable. The system check menu may appear If the light remains on when the parking brake has If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is different based upon equipment options and been disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full necessary.
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The light also will turn on when the parking brake when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or — Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light MAR/ON/RUN position and remain on briefly as is applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN When the ignition is first placed in the ON/RUN a bulb check.
— Vehicle Security Warning Light — If — Oil Pressure Warning Light — Liftgate Open Warning Light Equipped This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the This indicator will turn on when the liftgate is light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and This light will flash at a fast rate for approximately open.
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— Electronic Stability Control (ESC) • The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking — Engine Check/Malfunction Indica- sounds when it is active. This is normal; the Warning Light — If Equipped tor Warning Light (MIL) sounds will stop when ESC becomes inactive. The “ESC Indicator Light”...
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while driving it may indicate a problem with a Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should WARNING! passenger air bag system, if the light flickers it may be checked monthly when cold and inflated to indicate an air bag warning light failure. Have an the inflation pressure recommended by the ve- A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as refer- authorized dealer service the air bag system...
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for Yellow Indicator Lights CAUTION! proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’ s — External Light Failure Indicator Light responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, The TPMS has been optimized for the original —...
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— Fuel Cutoff Failure Light — If CAUTION! WARNING! Equipped Failure to follow these cautions can cause If you continue operating the vehicle when the This light will illuminate if there is a fuel cutoff damage to the heating elements: Transmission Temperature Warning Light is failure.
If equipped with a block heater harness the — Turn Signal Indicator Lights Blue Indicator Lights message "Engine Heater Recommended", will be When the left or right turn signal is activated, the — High Beam Indicator Light displayed in the instrument cluster when the turn signal indicator will flash independently and the ambient temperature is below 5°F (-15°...
If any of these systems require service, the OBD CAUTION! WARNING! II system will turn on the Malfunction Indicator and power loss will soon occur. Immediate connection port in order to diagnose or Light (MIL). It will also store diagnostic codes and service is required.
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SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY FEATURES ....50 Important Safety Precautions ..54 Transporting Passengers... . .81 Seat Belt Systems .
WARNING! WARNING! SAFETY FEATURES evenly worn tires may also degrade ESC • The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) can- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) performance. Any vehicle modification or not prevent the natural laws of physics from poor vehicle maintenance that reduces the acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the This system enhances directional control and effectiveness of the ESC system can in-...
Partial Off NOTE: AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS To improve the vehicle's traction when driving The “ESC OFF” button is located in the switch with snow chains, or when starting off in deep bank above the climate control. To enter the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) snow, sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch “Partial Off”...
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The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure to approximately 23 psi (159 kPa). This CAUTION! pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low tire pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn on dealership to have your sensor function pressure warning limit for any reason, including the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light.
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• Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warn- Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn pressure, and the TPMS will monitor the actual off when the fault condition no longer exists. A ings system fault can occur with any of the following tire pressure in the tire.
• The compact spare tire does not have a tire vehicle may need to be driven for up to OCCUPANT RESTRAINT pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order TPMS will not monitor the tire pressure in the for the TPMS to receive this information.
Here are some simple steps you can take to 6. All occupants should always wear their lap and Seat Belt Systems shoulder belts properly. minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air Buckle up even though you are an excellent bag: 7.
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NOTE: Initial Indication the seat belts are buckled.The BeltAlert warning sequence may repeat based on vehicle speed until If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver If the driver is unbuckled when the ignition switch the driver and occupied outboard front seat or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped is first in the START or ON/RUN position, a passenger seat belts are buckled.
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WARNING! WARNING! WARNING! won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat You might suffer internal injuries, or you authorized dealer immediately and have it belt even though you have air bags. could even slide out of the seat belt. Follow fixed.
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too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap WARNING! belt.A snug seat belt reduces the risk of sliding belt.The lap and shoulder belt are meant to under the seat belt in a collision. be used together. 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder •...
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3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded Position the lap belt snug and low below the Energy Management Feature abdomen and across the strong bones of the hips. webbing. The folded webbing must enter the The front seat belt system is equipped with an Place the shoulder belt across the chest and away slot at the top of the latch plate.
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retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child Mode restraint is installed in a seating position that has Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and a seat belt with this feature. Children 12 years old allow it to retract completely to disengage the and under should always be properly restrained in Automatic Locking Mode and activate the vehicle...
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) • Front and Side Impact Sensors The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illu- minate the instrument panel Air Bag Warning • Seat Belt Pretensioners Some of the safety features described in this Light if a malfunction is detected that could affect section may be standard equipment on some •...
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WARNING! WARNING! ing death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your back, comfortably extending your arms to instrument panel could mean you won’t have reach the steering wheel or instrument the air bag system to protect you in a collision. panel.
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The first stage inflator is triggered immediately Because air bag sensors measure vehicle decel- WARNING! during an impact that requires air bag deploy- eration over time, vehicle speed and damage by ally. You may damage the air bags and you ment.
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Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs) When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on the WARNING! are located in the outboard side of the front outboard side of the seatback’ s trim cover. The seats.The SABs are marked with a “SRS AIRBAG” inflating SAB deploys through the seat seam into •...
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and seated properly, or if items are positioned in Side Impacts the area where the SABICs inflate. Children are The Side Air Bags are designed to activate in certain at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying side impacts. The Occupant Restraint Controller air bag.
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The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all rollover WARNING! WARNING! events.The rollover sensing system determines if • Being too close to the Side Air Bags during a rollover event may be in progress and whether • Occupants, including children, who are up deployment could cause you to be severely deployment is appropriate.
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• Driver and Front Passenger Air Bags and normally heal quickly. However, if you NOTE: haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or • Seat Belt Buckle Switch • Air bag covers may not be obvious in the if you have any blistering, see your doctor interior trim, but they will open during air bag •...
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Enhanced Accident Response System Reset Customer Action Customer Will See Customer Action Customer Will See Procedure NOTE: NOTE: After the event occurs, when the system is active, Each step MUST BE held for at least two sec- Each step MUST BE held for at least two sec- onds onds a message regarding fuel cutoff is displayed.
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If a reset procedure step is not completed within dynamics and safety systems for a short period of WARNING! time, typically 30 seconds or less.The EDR in this 60 seconds, then the turn signal lights will blink • Do not attempt to modify any part of your vehicle is designed to record such data as: and the reset procedure must be performed air bag system.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equip- Children 12 years or younger should ride prop- make sure you have the correct seat for your erly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. ment is required, and access to the vehicle or the child.
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Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Children who are two years old or younger and Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Child Infants and Toddlers who have not reached the height or weight limits Restraint, facing rearward in the rear seat of the of their child restraint vehicle...
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Older Children And Child Restraints Children Too Large For Booster Seats WARNING! Children who are two years old or who have Children who are large enough to wear the • Improper installation can lead to failure of an outgrown their rear-facing convertible child seat shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are infant or child restraint.
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If the answer to any of these questions was “no, ” WARNING! then the child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle. If the child is using the lap/shoulder Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt belt, check seat belt fit periodically and make sure under an arm or behind their back.
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Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint LATCH Positions For Installing Child Re- anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for (LATCH) Restraint System straints In This Vehicle Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH-equipped child seats.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Use the LATCH anchorage system until the com- bined weight of the child and the child restraint is What is the weight limit (child’ s weight + weight of 65 lbs (29.5 kg). Use the seat belt and tether an- the child restraint) for using the LATCH anchorage 65 lbs (29.5 kg) chor instead of the LATCH anchorage system once...
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Locating The LATCH Anchorages Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that There are tether strap anchorages behind are found at the rear of the seat cushion where each rear seating position located on the back of it meets the seatback.
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Center Seat LATCH below. See the section “Installing Child Restraints 5. Tighten all of the straps as you push the child Using the Vehicle Seat Belt” to check what type of restraint rearward and downward into the WARNING! seat belt each seating position has. seat.
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Please see the table below and the following WARNING! WARNING! sections for more information. • Improper installation of a child restraint to • Improper installation or failure to properly Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of secure a child restraint can lead to failure of Child Restraints In This Vehicle the restraint.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit (child’ s weight + weight of Always use the tether anchor when using the seat the child restraint) for using the Tether Anchor belt to install a forward facing child restraint, up to Weight limit of the Child Restraint with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child the recommended weight limit of the child re-...
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2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and WARNING! retractor to pass it through the belt path of the seating position has a top tether anchor- behind the top of the vehicle seat. See the the child restraint.
2. Route the tether strap to provide the most 4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to SAFETY TIPS the child restraint manufacturer’ s instructions. direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped WARNING! with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the Transporting Passengers...
Exhaust Gas Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the damaged (i.e., bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.). exhaust system, when exhaust fumes can be If there is any question regarding seat belt or WARNING! detected inside the vehicle, or when the under- retractor condition, replace the seat belt.
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Floor Mat Safety Information WARNING! WARNING! Always use floor mats designed to fit your installing any other floor mat. NEVER install trapped under accelerator, brake, or clutch vehicle. Only use a floor mat that does not or stack an additional floor mat on top of an pedals and could cause a loss of vehicle interfere with the operation of the accelerator, control.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Lights Fluid Leaks Outside The Vehicle Have someone observe the operation of brake Check area under the vehicle after overnight Tires lights and exterior lights while you work the parking for fuel, coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. controls.
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STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BREAK-IN To Vary The Speed Setting ...89 ADDING FUEL ....92 RECOMMENDATIONS .
Operating Modes CAUTION! ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may A long break-in period is not required for the result. engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in NOTE: your vehicle. A new engine may consume some oil during its Drive moderately during the first 300 miles first few thousand miles (kilometers) of opera-...
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Activation: release the accelerator and brake pedals com- • The system is available when the speed be- pletely. If you want to increase/decrease the tween 4 mph (7 km/h) and 15 mph (25 km/h). Rotate the selector and hold in this position for speed, press the accelerator/brake pedals again •...
the LED on the mode selector stays on. If NOTE: vehicle speed exceeds 31 mph (50 km/h), the In order to ensure proper operation, the Speed Gravity Control system completely deactivates. Control system has been designed to shut down To reactivate it, turn the selector again when if multiple Speed Control functions are operated the speed is again below 15 mph (25 km/h).
To Set A Desired Speed • Pushing the SET (+) button once will result in a Owner’ s Manual for more information.The speed 1 mph increase in set speed. Each subsequent decrement is dependant on the selected speed Turn the Speed Control on.When the vehicle has tap of the button results in an increase of unit of U.S.
To Accelerate For Passing To Resume Speed PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP Press the accelerator as you would normally. To resume a previously set speed, push the RES CAMERA When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return button and release. Resume can be used at any to the set speed.
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When enabled, active guide lines are overlaid on NOTE: The following table shows the approximate dis- the image to illustrate the width of the vehicle The ParkView Rear Back Up Camera has pro- tances for each zone: grammable modes of operation that may be and its projected backup path based on the steering wheel position.
NOTE: ADDING FUEL Only the correct size nozzle opens the latches allowing the flapper door to open. 1. Open the fuel filler door. 4. Fill the vehicle with fuel – when the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off the fuel tank is full. 5.
Materials Added To Fuel Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents WARNING! should be avoided. Many of these materials • A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a intended for gum and varnish removal may con- Designated TOP TIER portable container that is inside of a vehicle.
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground Automatic Transmission Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Front Dolly Tow Rear NOT ALLOWED On Trailer NOTE: This vehicle may also be towed using a tow dolly CAUTION! (with the front wheels OFF the ground).
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY IN CASE OF EMERGENCY BULB REPLACEMENT ... .96 Jack Location ....102 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
BULB REPLACEMENT Replacement Bulbs Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Overhead Lamp Sun Visors Courtesy Lamp Glove Compartment Rear Courtesy Lamp Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Front Low and High Beam Headlamp HIR2LL Front Turn Signal Lamps WY21W Front Parking LED (See Authorized Dealer) Daytime Running Lamps W21W Front Side Marker Lamps...
Bulb Number Center High Mounted Stop Lamp LED (See Authorized Dealer) Front Fog Lamps Rear Fog Lamps - If Equipped W16W License Plate Lamps NOTE: Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer. If a bulb needs to be replaced, visit your authorized dealer or refer to the applicable Service Manual. WARNING! WARNING! FUSES...
General Information The ID number of the electrical component corresponding to each fuse can be found on the The fuses protect electrical systems against ex- back of the cover. cessive current. When a device does not work, you must check the fuse element inside the blade fuse for a break/melt.
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Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description 40 Amp Orange – Blower Motor – 7.5 Amp Brown Transmission (Aisin) – 15 Amp Blue Horn – 10 Amp Red Powertrain – 10 Amp Red Transmission (Aisin) – 7.5 Amp Brown Transmission Powertrain –...
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. Cavity Vehicle Fuse Number Mini Fuse Description 7.5 Amp Brown Right Low Beam Front and Rear Ceiling Lights Trunk and Door Courtesy 7.5 Amp Brown Lights 7.5 Amp Brown...
Jack Location Spare Tire Removal/Stowage JACKING AND TIRE The spare tire jack is located in the rear cargo CHANGING area underneath the cargo floor. 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 chang- ing the wheel.
5. Place the ignition in OFF mode. CAUTION! 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel The winch mechanism is designed for use with diagonally opposite the jacking position. For the jack wrench extension tool only. Use of air example, if the right front wheel is being wrench or power tool may damage the winch.
Jacking Instructions WARNING! CAUTION! • If working on or near a roadway, be ex- WARNING! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking tremely careful of motor traffic. on locations other than those indicated in the Carefully follow these tire changing warnings •...
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5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire and install the spare tire. WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire.
NOTE: 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning WARNING! the jack handle counterclockwise. • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a install a center cap or wheel cover on the 10.
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Tire punctures of up to 1/4 of an inch (6mm) can WARNING! be repaired; the kit can be used in all weather – If you are unsure of the condition of conditions. Do not remove the foreign object the tire or the wheel. from the punctured tire, i.e., screw or nail.
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and check the tire pressure. If the pressure is WARNING! WARNING! below 19 psi (1.3 bar), do not drive the vehicle, plenty of water and drink plenty of water. as the tire is too damaged, contact the nearest The metal end fitting from Power Plug may get Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician authorized dealer.
WARNING! WARNING! Store the sealant canister in its special com- Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is partment, away from sources of heat. Failure frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause to follow this WARNING may result in sealant personal injury.
NOTE: WARNING! WARNING! Before connecting the jumper cables to the • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, discharged battery, the negative (-) battery cable Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as watch bands and bracelets that could make must be disconnected from the discharged bat- this could establish a ground connection and an inadvertent electrical contact.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) 3. Disconnect the positive (+) jumper cable from CAUTION! jumper cable to the negative (-) battery cable the positive (+) post of the booster battery. without engine operation, the vehicle’ s battery terminal of the discharged vehicle.
• You can also turn the temperature control to NOTE: CAUTION! maximum heat, the mode control to floor and When inserting the screwdriver, keep it as minute, turn the engine off immediately and the blower control to high. This allows the vertical as possible during the override opera- call for service.
NOTE: WARNING! CAUTION! Push the "ESC Off" switch, to place the Electronic onds continuously without stopping when you the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or Stability Control (ESC) system in "Partial Off" are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning drivetrain damage may result.
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to • Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels ENHANCED ACCIDENT elevated. prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS) • Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all purpose, following equipment manufacturer’...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULED SERVICING ..116 RAISING THE VEHICLE ..120 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..133 Maintenance Plan.
NOTE: Maintenance Plan SCHEDULED SERVICING Under no circumstances should oil change inter- Required Maintenance Intervals vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil Refer to the maintenance plan on the following months, or 350 hours of engine run time: which- change indicator system.The oil change indicator pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, and replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin air filter.
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 mechanic.
Tire Markings NOTE: RAISING THE VEHICLE • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the In the case where it is necessary to raise the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding vehicle, go to an authorized dealer or service size designation.
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• High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design Tire Identification Number (TIN) white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN standards and it begins with the tire diameter on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as The TIN may be found on one or both sides of molded into...
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Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours.
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Tire Loading And Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: NOTE: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on vehicle. the driver’ s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the 2.
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To determine the maximum loading conditions of (4) The resulting figure equals the available Metric Example For Load Limit your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined amount of cargo and luggage load capac- For example, if “XXX” amount equals 635 kg and weight of occupants and cargo should never ity.
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• For the following example, the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs (392 kg).
Safety Both under-inflation and over-inflation affect the WARNING! stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish response or over responsiveness in the WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Over- steering. loading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle •...
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Tire Inflation Pressures after the vehicle has not been driven for at least Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on The manufacturer advocates driving at safe after sitting for a minimum of three hours.
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Radial Ply Tires Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have Tire Spinning experienced a loss of pressure should be re- When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, placed immediately with another Run Flat tire of WARNING! do not spin your vehicle's wheels above 30 mph identical size and service description (Load Index...
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wear patterns will reduce tread life, resulting in mends that you use tires equivalent to the the need for earlier tire replacement. originals in size, quality and performance when replacement is needed. Refer to the paragraph on • Distance driven. “Tread Wear Indicators”...
designed for Winter or cold driving conditions. WARNING! CAUTION! Install Winter tires on your vehicle when ambient temperatures are less than 40°F (5°C) or if roads Replacing original tires with tires of a different • Do not use a tire, wheel size, load rating, or are covered with ice or snow.
Snow Tires While studded tires improve performance on ice, may be used in the tire rotation for your vehicle. skid and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces If your vehicle has this option, refer to an Some areas of the country require the use of may be poorer than that of non-studded tires.
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Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is vehicle, but it is not. This spare tire may have WARNING! properly installed to the vehicle. Inflate the col- limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the lapsible tire using the electric air pump before tread wear indicators, the temporary use full size Compact and collapsible spares are for tem- lowering the vehicle.
Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration Cleaner or their equivalent is recommended or WARNING! select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner for alu- caused by salt, sodium chloride, magnesium chlo- minum or chrome wheels. ride, calcium chloride, etc., and other road chemi- Limited use spares are for emergency use only.
Dark Vapor Chrome, Black Satin Chrome, or grade rating assigned by the tire's manu- Traction Grades Low Gloss Clear Coat Wheels facturer in each category is shown on the The Traction grades, from highest to low- sidewall of the tires on your vehicle. est, are AA, A, B, and C.
Temperature Grades WARNING! The Temperature grades are A (the high- The temperature grade for this tire is est), B, and C, representing the tire's established for a tire that is properly resistance to the generation of heat and inflated and not overloaded. Excessive its ability to dissipate heat, when tested speed, under-inflation, or excessive under controlled conditions on a specified...
Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to After 25 miles (40 km), check the lug nut/bolt WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or torque to be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are loose particles. properly seated against the wheel.
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant – 1.4L Turbo Engine We recommend you use Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the require- ments of FCA Material Standard MS-90032. Engine Oil –...
Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Use only Mopar AW-1 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use Mopar DOT 4. If DOT 4 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 3 is acceptable.
Authentic Accessories By Mopar approved. • The following highlights just some of the many • For the full line of Authentic FIAT Accessories Authentic FIAT Accessories by Mopar featuring by Mopar, visit your local dealership or online at a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your mopar.com for U.S.
• To help further improve vehicle security and WARNING! CYBERSECURITY minimize the potential risk of a security breach, vehicle owners should: • It is not possible to know or to predict all of Your vehicle may be a connected vehicle and may –...
Setting The Time Balance/Fade UCONNECT 4/4 NAV WITH • For Uconnect 4/4 NAV, turn the unit on, and • Press the “Balance/Fade” button on the touch- 7-INCH DISPLAY then press the time display at the top of the screen to Balance audio between the front screen.
Loudness Radio Off Delay 2. Press and hold, then drag the selected App to replace an existing shortcut in the main menu • Press the “On” button on the touchscreen to • Press the “Radio Off Delay” button on the bar.
ALWAYS drive safely with your hands on the Direct Tune Media Hub — USB/Audio Jack (AUX) — If wheel. You have full responsibility and assume all Equipped • Tune directly to a radio station by pressing the risks related to the use of the Uconnect features “Tune”...
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Audio Jack (AUX) • When connected, the compatible USB device tem (see Uconnect Phone for pairing instruc- tions). You can access the music from your can be controlled using the radio or Steering • The AUX allows a device to be plugged into the connected Bluetooth device by pressing the Wheel Audio Controls to play, skip to the next radio and utilize the vehicle’...
Uconnect 4 NAV Navigation Finding A Place By Spelling The Name Home • From the Main Navigation Menu press the Press the NAV button to access the Navigation A Home location must be saved in the system. “Search” button on the touchscreen. feature.
To change a setting: 3. Make your selection highlighting the button. UCONNECT SETTINGS 1. Push the SETTINGS button located on Depending on the vehicles options, the following the right side of the display. feature settings are available: The Uconnect system allows you to access Cus- tomer Programmable feature settings through 2.
Left Switch STEERING WHEEL AUDIO • Push the switch up or down for less than two CONTROLS seconds to search for the next listenable station or song on USB/iPod. The steering wheel audio controls are located on • Push the switch up or down for more than two the rear surface of the steering wheel.
The Uconnect Phone feature enables you to For Uconnect Customer Care: Start Pairing Procedure On The Radio place and receive hands-free mobile phone calls. • U.S. residents visit UconnectPhone.com or call Uconnect 4/4 NAV: Drivers can also place mobile phone calls using 1-877-855-8400.
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Pair Your iPhone: Complete The iPhone Pairing Procedure: take precedence over other paired mobile phones within range and will connect to the Uconnect system automatically when entering the vehicle. Only one mobile phone and/or one Bluetooth audio device can be connected to the Uconnect system at a time.
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To search for available devices on your Bluetooth Complete The Android Pairing Procedure: Select The Android Mobile Phone's Priority enabled Android Device: Level 1. Push the Menu button. When the pairing process has successfully com- pleted, the system will prompt you to choose 2.
You are now ready to make hands-free calls. Press Phonebook • If you are listening to available voice command options, you do not have to listen to the entire the Uconnect “Phone” button on your The Uconnect system will automatically sync your list.
Using Do Not Disturb • Auto reply with text message is only available on phones that supporting Bluetooth MAP. With Do Not Disturb, you can disable notifica- tions from incoming calls and texts, allowing you Incoming Text Messages to keep your eyes on the road and hands on the After pairing your Uconnect system with a wheel.
Get Started UCONNECT VOICE All you need to control your Uconnect system RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS with your voice are the buttons on your steering wheel. Introducing Uconnect 1. Visit UconnectPhone.com to check mobile Start using Uconnect Voice Recognition with device and feature compatibility and to find these helpful quick tips.
Push the VR button . After the beep, say: Radio • “Cancel” to stop a current voice session Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio stations you would like to • “Help” to hear a list of suggested Voice Com- hear.
Media • “Call back (call previous incoming phone number)” Uconnect offers connections via USB, Bluetooth and auxiliary ports (If Equipped).Voice operation TIP: When providing aVoice Command, push the is only available for connected USB and AUX VR button and say “Call, ” then pronounce devices.
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CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ..166 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or In The 50 United States And Washington, Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) ..166 D.C.
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Any communication to the manufacturer's cus- In Mexico Contact IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE tomer center should include the following infor- Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 mation: The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are Sante Fe C.P. 05109 • Owner's name and address vitally interested in your satisfaction.We want you Mexico, D.
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conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United The manufacturer will not stand behind any WARNING! States, can communicate with the manufacturer service contract that is not the manufacturer's cancer and birth defects, or other reproduc- by dialing 1-800-380-CHRY. service contract. It is not responsible for any tive harm.
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• The Owner's Manual and User Guide elec- tween you, your authorized dealer or FCA www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/. tronic files are also available on the FIAT website. US LLC. PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS • Click on the “For Owners” tab, select “Owner/ To contact NHTSA, you may call the Service Manuals”, then select your desired...
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INDEX Accessories ....142 Anti-Lock Warning Light ..42, 46 Child Restraints Mopar ....142 Arming System (Security Alarm) .
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This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new FIAT brand vehicle and to provide ® a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect manuals found on the website on the back cover and other Warning Labels in...
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