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With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler and equipment that are either standard or optional on this Canada Inc.
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group nicians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfac- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision tion.
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information.
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ To Arm The System .....19 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 ▫...
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10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...24 TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE ... . .44 ▫...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belt Extender .....60 SAFETY TIPS ......101 ▫...
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) has four operating positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ON/RUN.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
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14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Mechanical Latch On The Back Of The Key Fob Emergency Key Removal NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency key into the lock cylinders with either side up.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Ignition Or Accessory On Message WARNING! Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system uses a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry WARNING! (Continued) (RKE) transmitter, a Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) and a • Do not leave children or animals inside parked RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. vehicles in hot weather.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 CAUTION! CAUTION! • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not compat- ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting tended.
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer Sys- VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors authorized dealer.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Arm The System exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further infor- Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: mation). 1. Remove the key from the ignition system (refer to •...
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Start/Stop button and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, (requires at least one valid Key Fob in the vehicle).
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “Mirrors” in The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™ ” under “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Headlight Illumination On Approach turned on or turned off. To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds Instrument Panel” for further information. when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter.
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless Transmitter Battery Replacement you turn it off by either pressing the PANIC button a The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph battery.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Emergency Key Removal Separating The RKE Transmitter Case 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal.
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference received, 3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a including interference that may cause undesired op- solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the eration.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry engine will remote start: (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- •...
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28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • System not disabled from previous remote start event Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped • Vehicle theft alarm not active The following messages will display in the EVIC if the •...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • For security, power window and power sunroof op- To Enter Remote Start Mode eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode. Press and release the REMOTE START button •...
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle Before the end of 15 minute cycle, press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if equipped).
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Power Door Locks WARNING! A power door lock switch is on each front door trim • For personal security and safety in the event of a panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. collision, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
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32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry) system. For further authorized dealer. Please see your authorized dealer for information, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming To Engage Or Disengage The Child-Protection Door Lock System To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect® Set- tings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for 1. Open the rear door. further information.
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For emergency exit from the rear seats when the Child-Protection Door Lock System is engaged, manually raise the door lock knob to the unlocked position, roll down the window, and open the door using the outside door handle.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- sponse time. •...
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36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock From The Passenger Side If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft have been closed the vehicle checks the inside and (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front outside of the vehicle for any valid Passive Entry RKE...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 • The doors are locked using the LOCK button on the Passive Entry door handles • The doors are manually locked using the door lock knobs • There is a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of either Passive Entry door handle •...
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38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles, press the door handle LOCK button to lock all four doors.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE: • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS There are single window controls on each passenger door trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows. Power Windows The window controls will operate only when the ignition The window controls on the driver’s door control all the is in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 To stop the window from going all the way down during WARNING! (Continued) the AUTO-down operation, pull up on the switch briefly. Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occu- AUTO-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection — If pants, particularly unattended children, can become Equipped entrapped by the windows while operating the...
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42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger 3. Push the window switch down firmly to the second the auto-reverse function unexpectedly during auto- detent to open the window completely and continue closure.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions.
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE With the ignition in the ON/RUN position, the Trunk Open symbol will display in the instrument cluster The trunk lid can be released from inside the vehicle by indicating that the trunk is open.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 WARNING! (Continued) trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended. Once in the trunk, young children may not be able to escape, even if they entered through the rear seat. If trapped in the trunk, children can die from suffocation or heat stroke.
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • An energy-absorbing steering column and steering OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS wheel Some of the most important safety features in your • Knee bolsters/blockers for front seat occupants vehicle are the restraint systems: • Three-point lap and shoulder belts for the driver and •...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Please pay close attention to the information in this Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the section. It tells you how to use your restraint system risk of harm from a deploying air bag: properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as 1.
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48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be belt properly (see section on Child Restraints) should be moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- Front Air Bags room to inflate.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more (SABIC) and Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work also need room to inflate.
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even Lap/Shoulder Belts on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with and cause a collision that includes you.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Two people should never be belted into a single • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your seat belt. People belted together can crash into one vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat another in a collision, hurting one another badly.
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52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Pulling Out The Lap/Shoulder Belt Latch Plate Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the not protect you properly.
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54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of up a bit on the shoulder belt.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. above the webbing to release the anchorage, then move it The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- up or down to the position that fits you best. tion.
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE you will prefer a higher position. When you release the Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions anchorage try to move it up and down to make sure that The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are it is locked in position.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 If the passenger seating position is equipped with an position that has a belt with this feature. Children 12 ALR and is being used for normal usage: years old and under should always be properly re- strained in the rear seat.
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners WARNING! The seat belts for both front seating positions are • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
5 mph (8 km/h), by blinking the Seat Belt BeltAlert® can be enabled or disabled by your autho- Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime. rized dealer. Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend Once the sequence starts, it will continue for the entire deactivating BeltAlert®.
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Seat Belt Extender We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts If a seat belt is too short even when fully extended and throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if so the best way to keep the baby safe.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel.
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62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Driver and Front Passenger Advanced Front This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Air Bags are certified to the new Federal regulations for Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, front, Advanced Air Bags.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) Air Bag System Components • Front and Side Impact Sensors Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components: • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, •...
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64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) WARNING! Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may • No objects should be placed over or near the air provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant bag on the instrument panel, because any such during a side impact.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only.
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66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Being too close to the side air bags during deployment SAB and SABIC air bags are a supplement to the seat belt could cause you to be severely injured or killed. restraint system.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Knee Impact Bolsters bags, SAB, Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag, and front seat belt pretensioners, as required, depending on The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the several factors, including the severity and type of impact. driver and front passenger, and position the front occu- pants for the best interaction with the Advanced Front Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Side...
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68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes with or ON/RUN position. If the ignition is in the OFF little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe position or in the ACC position, the air bag system is not initial deceleration.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag ment cluster Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is Inflator Units noted that could affect the air bag system. The diagnos- The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag tics also record the nature of the malfunction.
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70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB) vent holes in the sides of the air bag. In this way, the air Inflator Units bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time, (SABIC) Inflator Units vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have deployed. During collisions where the impact is confined to a particular area of the side of the vehicle, the ORC may Front And Side Impact Sensors...
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72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as NOTE: Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all the battery has power, until the ignition key is re- collisions.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 • As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air bags will not be in place to protect you.
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74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may You will want to have the air bags ready to not be ready to inflate for your protection.
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is were buckled/fastened; required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, •...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 There are different sizes and types of restraints for WARNING! children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a seat Owner’s Manual to make sure you have the correct projectile inside the vehicle.
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78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Toddlers younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Infants And Child Restraints reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat. Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until WARNING! they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear facing child safety seat.
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80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of WARNING! their rear-facing convertible child seat. Children should • Improper installation can lead to failure of an remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height infant or child restraint.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Children Too Large For Booster Seats 3. Does the shoulder belt cross the child’s shoulder between their neck and arm? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend 4.
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82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – LATCH – Child + Child Lower Anchors Seat Belt + Top Lower Anchors Seat Belt Only Restraint...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
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84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 What is the weight limit (child’s 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system weight + weight of the child re- until the combined weight of the straint) for using the LATCH an- child and the child restraint is chorage system to attach the child 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
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86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can two child restraints be at- Never “share” a LATCH anchorage tached using a common lower with two or more child restraints. LATCH anchorage? If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchor- ages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, below the anchorage sym- bols on the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
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88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located in the panel between the rear seatback and the rear window. These tether strap anchorages are under a plastic cover with the tether anchorage symbol on it.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end Always follow the directions of the child restraint manu- to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten facturer when installing your child restraint.
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90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Place the child seat between the lower anchorages for 7. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by that seating position. For some second row seats, you pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt may need to recline the seat and / or raise the head path.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is WARNING! not necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can be “switched” into a locked mode by pulling all of the Improper installation of a child restraint to the webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re-...
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92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to with the seat belt to attach a forward...
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94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint with a Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether 1.
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96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether trouble tightening the seat belt.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether 2. Rotate or lift the cover to access the anchor directly Anchorage behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint. 3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path 1.
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98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Headrest Release Push Button Adjustable Headrest Downward Position...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 4. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram. 5. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Transporting Pets Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS quality grades, refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”. A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain (engine, transmission, clutch, and rear axle) in your new CAUTION! vehicle.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 SAFETY TIPS WARNING! (Continued) Transporting Passengers • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. Exhaust Gas WARNING! WARNING! •...
102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open WARNING! (Continued) seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes • If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/ to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, rear doors open, make sure that all windows are inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is...
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 Air Bag Warning Light Floor Mat Safety Information Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your The light should come on and remain on for vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they ignition switch is first turned ON.
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104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never place or install floor mats or other floor • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly driver footwell while the vehicle is moving.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Power Folding Outside Mirrors — MIRRORS ......114 If Equipped.
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108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4N ....129 ▫ Power Lumbar — If Equipped ... .187 ▫...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 ▫ Headlight Switch .....203 ▫ Lane Change Assist ....209 ▫...
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110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Headlights On With Wipers (Available with ▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ....227 Automatic Headlights Only) ... . .217 ▫...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 ▫ Overtake Aid ......242 ▫ Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® ..260 ▫...
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112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Programming A Rolling Code ... . .271 ▫ Venting Sunroof — Express ....280 ▫...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 ▫ Closing Power Shade — Express ...283 ▫ Console Features .....294 ▫...
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Mirror This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. This feature will be defaulted on, and only be disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse. NOTE: This feature is disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Outside Mirrors Outside Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) Some models have outside mirrors that are hinged. The to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight hinge allows the mirror to pivot forward and rearward to overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Three of the LEDs are turn signal indicators, which flash Tilt Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped with the corresponding turn signal lights in the front and Tilt Mirrors in Reverse provides automatic outside mirror rear of the vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Power Mirrors The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s mirror, press either the L (left) or R (right) button to select door trim panel.
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the switch once and the mirrors will fold in, Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped pressing the switch a second time will return the mirrors An illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor. to the normal driving position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of Sun Visor To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature of the sun visor, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the sun visor so it is parallel to the side window, grab the sun visor and pull rearwards until the sun visor is in the desired position.
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF EQUIPPED When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- to let the driver know that the system is operational.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 • The BSM system detection zone DOES NOT change if The BSM detection zone covers approximately one lane on both sides of the vehicle (12 ft or 3.8 m). The zone your vehicle is towing a trailer. Therefore, visually starts at the outside rear view mirror and extends ap- verify the adjacent lane is clear for both your vehicle proximately 23 ft (7 m) to the rear of the vehicle.
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122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the detection zones by illuminating the BSM warning light located in the outside mirrors in addition to sounding an audible (chime) alert and reducing the radio volume. Refer to “Modes Of Operation”...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Entering From The Side Entering From The Rear Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side of the vehicle. side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
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124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed of less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning light will be illuminated.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Overtaking/Passing Stationary Objects The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in adjacent lanes.
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the system will not be able to alert the driver. When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE, the driver is alerted using both the visual and audible alarms, including reducing the radio volume.
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Modes Of Operation view mirror based on a detected object. However, when the system is operating in RCP, the system will respond Modes Of Operation With EVIC with both visual and audible alerts when a detected Three selectable modes of operation are available in the object is present.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 NOTE: NOTE: The BSM system will store the current operating mode when the vehicle is shut off. Each time the vehicle • Whenever an audible alert is requested by the BSM is started the previously stored mode will be recalled and system, the radio volume is reduced.
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130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Hands Free text messaging (“Send a message to John Screen Activated Features Smith Mobile”). • Dialing via Keypad using touch-screen. • Redialing last dialed numbers (“Redial”). • Viewing and Calling contacts from Phonebooks dis- •...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 NOTE: Your phone must be capable of SMS messaging WARNING! via Bluetooth® for messaging features to work properly. Your mobile phone’s audio is transmitted through your Any voice commanded system should be used only vehicles audio system;...
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE phone and one audio device can be used with the system your vehicle is equipped. Please see the Uconnect® Voice at a time. The system is available in English, Spanish, or Command section for direction on how to use the French languages.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 2. Say the individual commands and allow the system to form voice command “Search for John Smith,” or you guide you to complete the task. can break the compound command form into two voice commands: “Search Contact”...
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134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Smith.” For multiple inputs in the same phrase or sen- To activate the Uconnect® Phone from idle, simply press tence, the system identifies the topic or context and button and say a command or say “help.” All provides the associated follow-up prompt such as “Who Uconnect®...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 NOTE: • You must have Bluetooth® enabled on your phone to complete this procedure. • The vehicle must be in PARK. 1. Press the “Phone” soft-key on the screen to begin. 2. If there is no phone currently connected with the system, a pop-up will appear.
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136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth® 5. When the pairing process has successfully completed, enabled mobile phone. When prompted on the the system will prompt you to choose whether or not phone, enter the name and PIN shown on the this is your favorite phone.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 • When the pairing process has successfully completed, NOTE: For phones which are not made a favorite, the the system will prompt you to choose whether or not phone priority is determined by the order in which it was this is your favorite phone.
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138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If there is no device currently connected with the You can also use the following VR command to bring up system, a pop-up will appear. a list of paired audio devices. • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth® en- •...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 • The options pop-up will be displayed, Disconnecting A Phone or Audio Device • Touch the “Settings” soft-key, • Touch the “Delete Device” soft-key, • Touch the “Phone/Bluetooth®” soft-key, • Touch the X to exit out of the Settings screen. •...
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140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down- Phonebook Download — Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone – If Equipped loaded and updated every time a phone is connected to the Uconnect® Phone. If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, •...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Managing Your Favorite Phonebook There are three ways you can add an entry to your Favorite Phonebook. 1. During an active call of a number to make a favorite, touch and hold a favorite button on the top of the phone main screen.
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142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. From the Phone main screen, select phonebook. From the phonebook screen, select the “Favorites” soft-key and then select the + soft-key located to the right of the phonebook record. Select an empty entry and touch the + on that selected entry.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 • Touch the + next to the Favorite you would like to Emergency And Towing Assistance remove. The Emergency and Towing Assistance Favorite numbers can only be altered. These cannot be deleted and the names cannot be changed.
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect® Phone if the feature(s) are available and supported by Bluetooth® on your mobile service plan. For example, if your mobile service plan provides three- way calling, this feature can be accessed through the Uconnect®...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 • Mobile Phonebook • The Uconnect® Phone will dial the number associated with John Doe, or if there are multiple numbers it will • Recent Call Log ask which number you want to call for John Doe. •...
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146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Touch-Tone Number Entry • Touch the “Phone” soft-key, • Touch the “Dial” soft-key, • The Touch-Tone screen will be displayed, • Use the numbered soft-keys to enter the number and touch “Call.” To send a touch tone using Voice Recognition (VR), press button while in a call and say “Send 1234#”...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 These can be accessed by touching the “recent calls” call, touch the “Ignore” soft-key on the touch-screen. You soft-key on the Phone main screen. can also touch the “answer” soft-key or touch the caller ID box.
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148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In Toggling Between Calls Progress If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), To make a second call while you are currently on a call, touch the “Swap”...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Redial Uconnect® Phone Features • Press the “Redial” soft-key, Emergency Assistance • or press the If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is and after the “Listening” prompt and reachable: the following beep, say “Redial”, •...
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150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • The Emergency call may also be initiated by using the Your phone must be turned on and connected to the touch-screen. Uconnect® Phone to allow use of this vehicle feature •...
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55-14-3454 for Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for out- When calling a number with your Uconnect® Phone that side Mexico City in Mexico). Please refer to the Chrysler normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence Group LLC 24-Hour “Roadside Assistance” coverage...
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152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Password”, then if you press the button and say Barge In — Overriding Prompts “Send Voicemail Password” the Uconnect® Phone will button can be used when you wish to skip part then send the corresponding phone number associated of a prompt and issue your voice command immediately.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 • Select either “Brief” or “Detailed” by touching the box You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone next to the selection. A check-mark will appear to keypad and still use the Uconnect® Phone (while dialing show your selection.
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE party, but the other party will not be able to hear you. To Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® mute the Uconnect® Phone simply touch the Mute Phone button on the Phone main screen. Voice Command Advanced Phone Connectivity •...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 • smooth road surface, • Even though international dialing for most number • fully closed windows, combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing number combinations may not be supported. • dry weather condition. • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be •...
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156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness NOTE: Uconnect® Phone SMS is only available when the to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and vehicle is not moving. not the Uconnect®...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Send Messages Using Soft-Keys: You can send messages using Uconnect® Phone. To send a new message: • Touch the “Phone” soft-key, • Touch the “messaging” soft-key then “New Message,” • Touch one of the 18 preset messages and the person you wish to send the message to, Once a message is received and viewed or listened to, you will have the following options:...
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158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages Using Voice Commands: • Press the button, • After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, say “Send message to John Smith mobile,” • After the system prompts you for what message you want to send, say the message you wish to send or say “List.”...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 6. I’ll call you later. 7. I’m on my way. 8. Thanks. 9. I’ll be late. 10. I will be <number> minutes late. 11. See you in <number> minutes. 12. Stuck in traffic. 13.
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160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Bluetooth® Communication Link Power-Up Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the Uconnect® Phone. When this happens, the connection ON or ACC position, or after a language change, you can generally be reestablished by switching the mobile must wait at least fifteen seconds prior to using the phone OFF/ON.
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164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location help...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Voice Commands Voice Commands home record again language redial list names return to main menu return or main menu list phones select phone select mobile send mute set up phone settings or phone set up mute off towing assistance...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 NOTE: 6. Send dial tones for automated systems is available while a call is active. This is an example that uses a 1. You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your Phonebook Record named “Voicemail Password.”...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 NOTE: 4. Messaging commands only work if the Uconnect® system is equipped with this feature and the mobile 1. You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your phone supports messaging over Bluetooth® mobile or favorite phone book.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 NOTE: Available Voice Commands are shown in bold VOICE COMMAND face and underlined in the gray shaded boxes. Uconnect® 8.4/8.4 Nav General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and The Uconnect®...
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172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If no command is spoken the system will say one of two WARNING! responses: Any voice commanded system should be used only • I didn’t understand in safe driving conditions following all applicable •...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Pressing the Uconnect® Voice Command button When using this system, you should speak clearly and at while the system is speaking is known as “barging in.” a normal speaking volume. The system will be interrupted, and after the beep, you The system will best recognize your speech if the win- can say a command.
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Natural Speech The system utilizes continuous dialog; when the system requires more information from the user it will ask a Natural speech allows the user to speak commands in question to which the user can respond without pressing phrases or complete sentences.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Changing the Volume Starting Voice Recognition (VR) Session in Radio/Player Modes 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command In this mode, you can say the following commands: button. NOTE: The commands can be said on any screen when a 2.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 NOTE: 1. You can replace “950 AM” with any other AM or FM frequency, such as “98.7 FM.” 2. You can replace “80’s on 8” with any other satellite station name received by the radio. 3.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 NOTE: 1. You can replace the album, artist, song, genre, playlist, podcast and audio book names with any correspond- ing names on the current device that is playing. 2. You can replace “8” with any track on the CD that is currently playing.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 NOTE: 1. You can replace “NFL” with any league shown on the sports league screen. For example you can say “Show MLB headlines” or “Show PGA headlines.” 2. You can replace “Headlines” with any menu items shown on a league screen.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 NOTE: 1. Only available with Navigation equipped vehicles. 2. You can replace “Player” with “Radio,” “Navigation,” “Phone,” “Climate,” “More” or “Settings.” 3. Navigation commands only work if equipped with Navigation. NOTE: Available Voice Commands are shown in bold face and shaded grey.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 NOTE: WARNING! 1. You can also say “Find City,” “Find Favorite,” “Find • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or Play by Category,” “Find Play by Name,” “Find Re- outside of a vehicle.
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186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The passenger’s seat will move up or down, Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward forward or rearward. The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 Reclining The Seatback WARNING! (Continued) The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the rearward. Push the seatback switch forward or rearward, shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE power seat. Push the switch forward or rearward to Heated Seats — If Equipped increase or decrease the lumbar support. Push the switch On some models, the front and rear seats may be upward or downward to raise or lower the lumbar equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and support.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface tempera- ture of the seat.
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190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE system will automatically switch to LO-level after a maximum of 60 minutes of continuous operation. At that time, the display will change from HI to LO, indicating the change. The LO-level setting will turn OFF automati- cally after a maximum of 45 minutes.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 You can choose from HI, LO or OFF heat settings. Amber Ventilated Seats — If Equipped indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in On some models, both the driver and passenger seats are use.
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192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Controls Soft-Key Ventilated Seats Soft-Keys Press the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key once to NOTE: The engine must be running for the ventilated select HI-level ventilation. Press the soft-key a second seats to operate. time to select LO-level ventilation.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 during a remote start. Refer to “Auto-On Comfort & Active Head Restraints — Front Seats Remote Start” in “Understanding Your Instrument The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with Panel” for further information. Active Head Restraints (AHR).
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194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players. These items may interfere with the operation of the Active Head Restraint in the event of a collision and could result in serious injury or death.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 NOTE: These loops can be tucked away when not in use. Adjustment Button NOTE: The outboard head restraints are not adjustable. Rear Seatback Loop Folding Rear Seat After releasing the seatback, it can be folded forward. The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area.
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196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position, the seat will not provide the proper sta- bility for child seats and/or passengers. An improp- erly latched seat could cause serious injury.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED The memory seat switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel. The switch consists of three buttons: The (S) This feature allows the driver to store up to two different button, which is used to activate the memory save memory profiles for easy recall through a memory function and the (1) and (2) buttons which are used to...
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming The Memory Feature NOTE: • Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in To create a new memory profile, perform the following: PARK, but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a 1.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 To program your RKE transmitters, perform the follow- NOTE: Your RKE transmitters can be unlinked to your ing: memory settings by following steps 1-4 above and press- ing the UNLOCK button (instead of LOCK) on the RKE 1.
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When you remove the Key Fob from the ignition (or A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the MEMORY buttons (S, 1, or 2) on the driver’s door during change the ignition to OFF, for vehicles equipped with a recall.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 • The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the driver seat position is less than 0.9 in (22.7 mm) forward of the rear stop. At this position, there is no benefit to the driver by moving the seat for Easy Exit or Easy Entry.
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202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- mately 6 in (15 cm), and then drop it. This should secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instru- ment panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, inte- rior lights and fog lights.
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature. This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 If you turn the headlights off before the ignition, they will detects vehicle specific light and automatically switches turn off in the normal manner. from high beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate Adaptive Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlights — If Equipped 1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO headlight This system automatically swivels the headlight beam position. pattern horizontally to provide increased illumination in 2.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Fog Lights — If Equipped The LED Daytime Running Lights will come on when- Front Fog Lights — If Equipped ever the ignition is placed in the RUN position, the The front fog light switch is built into the headlight headlights are off, the transmission is moved out of switch.
208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates lights or the low beam headlights and press the when the fog lights are turned on. headlight switch.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 NOTE: • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective.
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE High/Low Beam Switch Front Map/Reading Lights Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch The front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- the headlights to high beam. Pull the multifunction lever head console.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 second time. The lights will also turn on when the Courtesy Lights UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) is The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top pressed. corner of the lens.
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ambient Light Interior Lights The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light The interior lights come on when a door is opened. feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil- To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off ity of the floor center console and PRNDL area.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 Dimmer Controls Instrument Panel Dimmer With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the left dimmer control upward will increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights and lighted cupholders (if equipped).
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214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ambient Light Control Dome Light Position Rotate the right dimmer control upward or downward to Rotate the left dimmer control completely upward to the increase or decrease the brightness of the door handle second detent to turn on the interior lights.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent Wiper System The multifunction lever operates the windshield wipers Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions and washer when the ignition is placed in the RUN make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be- position.
216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mist Feature CAUTION! Rotate the end of the lever downward to the Mist • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving position to activate a single wipe cycle to clear off road through an automatic car wash. Damage to the mist or spray from a passing vehicle.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume Headlights On With Wipers (Available with the intermittent interval previously selected. Automatic Headlights Only) If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper is When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on turned off, the wipers will operate for three wipe cycles approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on...
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218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the NOTE: multifunction lever. Wiper delay position 1 is the least • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the sensitive, and wiper delay position 4 is the most sensi- wiper speed is in the low or high position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 vehicle speed becomes greater than 0 mph (0 km/h) or the outside temperature rises above freezing. • Neutral Wipe Inhibit — The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the ignition is placed in the RUN position, the transmission shift lever is in the NEU- TRAL position and the vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h), unless the wiper control on the multifunc-...
220 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 221 NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps ter or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel warm your hands in cold weather.
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222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Controls Soft-Key Heated Steering Wheel Soft-Key NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated steering wheel to operate. Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start On models that are equipped with remote start, the heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on during a...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting System — If ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED Equipped” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a Vehicle” for further information. greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position.
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224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the switch rearward to move the pedals rearward (toward the driver). • The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF. • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control Sys- tem is on.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 • For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, you WARNING! can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. to return the adjustable pedals to pre-programmed You could lose control and have an accident.
226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 vehicle will deactivate Electronic Speed Control without WARNING! erasing the set speed memory. Pressing the ON/OFF button or turning the ignition switch OFF erases the set Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on speed memory.
228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills set, push the SET (-) button. If the button is continually The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the held in the SET (-) position, the set speed will continue to vehicle set speed.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF preset following distance, while matching the speed of EQUIPPED the vehicle ahead. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving WARNING! convenience provided by cruise control while traveling on highways and major roadways.
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230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • The ACC system: You should switch off the ACC system: • Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming vehicles, • When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, sleet, and stationary objects (e.g., a stopped vehicle in a heavy traffic, and complex driving situations (e.g., traffic jam or a disabled vehicle).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 The Cruise Control system has two control modes: • Adaptive Cruise Control mode for maintaining an appropriate distance between vehicles. • Normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode is for cruis- ing at a constant preset speed. For additional informa- tion, refer to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode”...
232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Any chassis/suspension modifications to the ve- NOTE: You cannot enable ACC under the following hicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise conditions: Control. • When you apply the brakes. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) •...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) OFF To turn the system OFF, push and release the ON/OFF button again. At this time, the system will turn off and the EVIC will display “Adaptive Cruise Control Off.”...
234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system on when not in use is dangerous. You could acciden- tally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have a collision. Always leave the system off when you are not using To Set A Desired ACC Speed When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 • The system will not be controlling the distance be- To Cancel tween your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. The vehicle The system will disable ACC without erasing the speed will only be determined by the position of the memory if: accelerator pedal.
236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Speed Press the RES + button and release. Then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the last set speed. NOTE: You can resume ACC from a minimum of 20 mph (32 km/h).
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 To Vary The Speed Setting Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph (1 km/h) decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by the button results in a decrease of 1 mph (1 km/h).
238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Setting The Following Distance In ACC The specified following distance for ACC can be set by varying the distance setting between 3 (long), 2 (me- dium), and 1 (short). Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 same lane, the EVIC displays the “Sensed Vehicle Indi- cator” icon, and the system adjusts vehicle speed auto- matically to maintain the distance setting, regardless of the set speed. The vehicle will then maintain the set distance until: •...
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240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited; how- ever, the driver can always apply the brakes manually, if necessary. NOTE: The brake lights will illuminate whenever the ACC system applies the brakes. A Proximity Warning will alert the driver if ACC predicts that its maximum braking level is not sufficient to maintain the set distance.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 Brake Alert 2 Brake Alert 1...
242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtake Aid Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu When driving with ACC engaged and following a target The EVIC displays the current ACC system settings. The vehicle, the system will provide an additional accelera- EVIC is located in the upper part of the instrument cluster between the speedometer and the tachometer.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 • The EVIC will return to the last display selected after ACC SET five seconds of no ACC display activity. • When ACC is set, the set speed will display. Display Warnings And Maintenance •...
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244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so left these areas. Under rare conditions, when the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path this could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and warning may temporarily occur.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 ACC Unavailable Warning If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Unavailable”, there may be a temporary malfunction that limits ACC functionality. Although the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, ACC will be temporarily unavailable.
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246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adding A Trailer Hitch The weight of a trailer/hitch may affect the performance of ACC. If there is a noticeable change in performance following the installation of a trailer/hitch, or if the ACC performance does not return to normal after removing the trailer/hitch see your authorized dealer.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 Using ACC On Hills When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic conditions, and the steepness of the hills, ACC perfor- mance may be limited.
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248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Changing ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are traveling. In the illustration shown, ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes and it may not detect the vehicle until it’s too late for the ACC system to take action.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 Stationary Objects And Vehicles General Information ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary FCC Requirements For Vehicular Radar Systems vehicles. For example, ACC will not react in situations Classification Specifications: where the vehicle you are following exits your lane and 47 C.F.R.
250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode WARNING! In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, a normal In the normal Cruise Control mode, the system will (fixed speed) Cruise Control mode is available for cruis- not react to vehicles ahead.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 To Vary The Speed Setting To Resume There are two ways to change the set speed: Press the RES + button and then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the last set •...
252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped WARNING! The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system provides Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to the driver with audible and visual warnings (within the avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect EVIC) when it detects a potential frontal collision.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 • FCW will not react to irrelevant objects such as over- Changing the FCW status to the “Near” setting, allows the system to warn you of a possible collision with the head objects, ground reflections, objects not in the path vehicle in front of you when you are much closer.
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKSENSE® FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED The ParkSense® Park Assist system provides visual and audible indications of the distance between the rear and/or front fascia and a detected obstacle when backing up or moving forward, e.g.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 ParkSense® Sensors ParkSense® Warning Display The four ParkSense® sensors, located in the rear fascia/ The ParkSense® Warning screen will only be displayed if bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is Sound and Display is selected from the Uconnect® within the sensors’...
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Park Assist Display Park Assist System ON ParkSense® Display The warning display will turn ON indicating the system status when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the vehicle is in DRIVE and an obstacle has been detected.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 Park Assist System OFF Slow Tone The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
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258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Continuous Tone The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 59-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than 12 in (in/cm) 59 in (150 cm) (150-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) (30 cm) Front Distance Greater than 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in...
260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Park Assist Audible Alerts Only, or Sound and Display. Refer to “Uconnect® Set- tings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for ParkSense® will turn off the Front Park Assist audible further information. alert (chime) after approximately 3 seconds when an obstacle has been detected, the vehicle is stationary, and When the ParkSense®...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 or the “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” message. Refer ParkSense® System Usage Precautions to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in NOTE: “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- • Ensure that the front and rear bumper are free of snow, formation.
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262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Clean the ParkSense® sensors regularly, taking care CAUTION! not to scratch or damage them. The sensors must not • ParkSense® is only a parking aid and it is unable to be covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or debris. Failure to do so can result in the system not working recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using the ParkSense® Park Assist system, it • Drivers must be careful when backing up even is strongly recommended that the ball mount and when using the ParkSense® Park Assist system. hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the ve- Always check carefully behind your vehicle, look hicle when the vehicle is not used for towing.
264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE, the rear EQUIPPED camera mode is exited and the navigation or audio screen appears again. Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be Drivers must be careful when backing up even when driven slowly when using ParkView® to be able to using the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera. Always stop in time when an obstacle is seen.
266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Press the “Settings” soft-key. 4. Press the “Safety & Driving Assistance” soft-key. 5. Press the check box soft key next to “Parkview® Backup Camera” to enable/disable. OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights and storage for sunglasses.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 Front Map/Reading Lights To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights will Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE is can be turned on by pressing the switch on either side of pressed.
268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Courtesy Lights Sunglasses Bin Door The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top At the front of the console a compartment is provided for corner of the lens. To turn the lights off, press the lens a the storage of a pair of sunglasses.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery.
270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink®...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons. • If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
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272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) 5. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- locate the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button. This can gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 To program the remaining two HomeLink® buttons, Programming A Non-Rolling Code repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured erase the channels. before 1995. Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button 1.
274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button 3. Without releasing the button proceed with “Program- and observe the indicator light. ming A Non-Rolling Code” Step 2 and follow all • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- remaining steps.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- and observe the indicator light. gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Without releasing button proceed with The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is disabled when “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” Step 2 and the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow all remaining steps. Troubleshooting Tips Using HomeLink® If you are having trouble programming HomeLink®, To operate, press and release the programmed here are some of the most common solutions:...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 General Information WARNING! This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry • Your motorized door or gate will open and close Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following while you are programming the universal trans- two conditions: ceiver.
278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and visors on the overhead console. do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle. Do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 Opening Sunroof — Express position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop second.
280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Venting Sunroof — Express open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with Press and release the Vent button within one half second the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows and the sunroof will open to the vent position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 NOTE: • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power sunroof switch will remain active for up to approxi- mately ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature.
282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and second. The sunroof and sunshade will open automati- do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle. Do cally from any position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- and stop automatically. This is called “Express Open”. cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express During Express Open operation, any movement of the Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop shade switch will stop the shade.
284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE “Express Close”. During Express Close operation, any sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc- movement of the switch will stop the shade. tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and release to Express Close. NOTE: If the sunroof is open, the shade will close to the half-open position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 Ignition Off Operation ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle There are three 12 Volt (13 Amp) electrical power outlets Information Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switch on this vehicle. The power outlets are protected by a fuse. will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch Insert cigar lighter or accessory plug into the power is turned to the LOCK position.
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286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 WARNING! Do not place ashes inside the cubby bin located on the center console on vehicle’s not equipped with the ash receiver tray. A fire leading to bodily injury could result. The center console outlet is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times).
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288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Center Console Power Outlet Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 — #12 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel And Power Outlet Console Rear 2 — #38 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Inside Arm Rest...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
290 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces- sory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage. CUPHOLDERS Front Seat Cupholders The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the...
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 291 Heated and Cooled Cupholders — If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with heated and cooled cupholders. The cupholders are designed to help keep warm beverages warm and cold beverages cool. Front Cupholders Heated And Cooled Cupholder Switches Press the “Cold”...
292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the “Hot” symbol once to activate the cupholder; convenient access to beverage cans or bottles while press the symbol a second time to turn off the cupholder. maintaining a resting place for the rear occupant’s el- bows.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 293 passengers. The light ring is controlled by the Dimmer STORAGE Control. Refer to “Lights” in “Understanding The Fea- Glovebox Storage tures Of Your Vehicle” for further information. The glovebox storage compartment is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel.
294 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Two separate storage compartments are also located underneath the center console armrest. Opened Glovebox Storage Compartment Console Features Center Console There is a cubby bin located forward of the shift lever. Inside the center console armrest, there is a removable The cubby bin is covered with a push-push actuated upper storage tray that can be slid forward/rearward on door.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 295 small items like an ipod or phone. Below the upper tray, WARNING! the lower storage compartment is made for larger items, like CDs and tissue boxes. In addition, the 12 volt power Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- outlet, USB and Aux jack are located here.
296 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Door Storage Rear Seat Armrest Storage — If Equipped The door panels contain storage areas. For rear passengers there is a storage bin located in the armrest. Lift upward on the latch to open the storage compartment.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 297 Cargo Area — Vehicles Equipped with 60/40 WARNING! Split-Folding Rear Seat • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying position. If the seatback is not securely locked into versatility.
298 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CARGO AREA FEATURES WARNING! Trunk Mat — If Equipped The weight and position of cargo and passengers can A trunk mat covers the bottom of the cargo area. The change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle trunk mat is used to protect the interior of the trunk from handling.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 299 Cargo Net (for versions/markets where provided) The rear cargo area is equipped with a cargo net. Grocery Bag Hooks CAUTION! Rear Cargo Net Do not exceed the maximum weight limit 50 lbs (22 kg) of the grocery bag hook. Damage may occur to hook and mounting surface.
300 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: The rear window defroster button is located on • Use care when washing the inside of the rear the climate control.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on, a 1. Tachometer continuous chime will sound to alert you to turn the The red segments indicate the maximum permissible signals off.
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306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Odometer Display / Electronic Vehicle Information Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display Center (EVIC) Display The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Odometer Display features a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. For further information, refer The odometer display shows the total distance the to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 7. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light — If Equipped reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper should be checked monthly when cold and tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to inflated to the inflation pressure recommended...
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308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the 8. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more an onboard diagnostic system, called OBD, that tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the monitors engine and automatic transmission con-...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 9. Speedometer CAUTION! Indicates vehicle speed. Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator 10. Fuel Door Reminder Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine control system. It also could affect fuel economy and The arrow in this symbol is a reminder that the driveability.
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310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” 14. Sport Suspension in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for The light will illuminate when Sport or Track further information. mode is selected. When Sport mode is selected, 13.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 15. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light 16. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security switch is turned to the ON/RUN position and alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly...
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312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the light remains on when the parking brake has been NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake tions.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by 19. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for ap- The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator proximately two seconds.
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314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will illuminate and the chime will sound. Refer to • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Start- Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER CAUTION! (Continued) (EVIC) “260” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the drops back into the normal range.
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316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful The system allows the driver to select information by information by pressing the switches mounted on the pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering steering wheel.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 UP Button BACK Button Press and release the UP button to scroll up- Press the BACK button to return to the main ward through the main menu and Vehicle Info menu from an info screen or sub-menu item. and Trip Info sub-menus (Fuel Economy, Ve- hicle Info, Tire PSI, Cruise, Messages) and Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
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318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn- of this message type are Turn Signal On (if a turn signal ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall is left on) and Lights On (if driver leaves the vehicle). into several categories: •...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 • Electronic Speed Control SET EVIC White Telltales This area will show reconfigurable white caution tell- This telltale will illuminate when the electronic tales. These telltales include: speed control is SET. For further information, refer to “Electronic Speed Control” in “Under- •...
320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Low Fuel Telltale EVIC Amber Telltales This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal tales. These telltales include: (11.0 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until fuel is added.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 EVIC Red Telltales Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This light does not show how much oil is in the engine. This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These The engine oil level must be checked under the hood. telltales include: •...
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322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Telltale • Engine Temperature Warning Telltale This telltale informs you of a problem with the This telltale warns of an overheated engine con- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If the dition.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 • Transmission Temperature Warning Telltale WARNING! This telltale indicates that the transmission If the Transmission Temperature Warning Telltale is fluid temperature is running hot. This may illuminated and you continue operating the vehicle, occur with severe usage, such as trailer towing. in some circumstances you could cause the fluid to If this telltale turns on, safely pull over and boil over, come in contact with hot engine or exhaust...
324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not driving style. reset.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 which displays 0 immediately after reset. Then, the will appear whenever the Multi-Displacement System history information will be erased, and the averaging will (MDS) (if equipped) allows the engine to operate on four continue from the last fuel average reading before the cylinders, or if you are driving in a fuel efficient manner.
326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km) displayed in the menu line also. Press and release the estimated driving distance, the DTE display will change SELECT (right arrow) button to display the following to a “LOW FUEL”...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 • Elapsed Time Vehicle Speed Press and release the UP or DOWN button until Vehicle Press the UP/DOWN buttons to cycle through all the Speed is highlighted in the EVIC. Press the SELECT button Trip Computer functions or press the BACK button to to view a digital display of the current speed in mph return to the main menu.
328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Resetting A Trip Info Function Tire PSI is an information only function and cannot be reset. Press and release the BACK button to return to the To Reset any of the three Trip Info functions, select the main menu.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 The Performance Features include the following: The following describes each feature and its operation: • 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) Timers • Braking Distance 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) When selected, this screen displays the time it takes for •...
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330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The distance and speed measurements will continue to Braking Distance display until the conditions are met for another event When selected, this screen displays the vehicle’s braking to be recorded. distance and the speed at which the brake pedal was •...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 Instantaneous G-Force SELECT button and Coolant Temp will be displayed. Press the UP or DOWN button to scroll through the When selected, this screen displays the current G-Force following information displays. (lateral and longitudinal). • Coolant Temp Peak G-Force Displays the actual coolant temperature.
332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Messages # Hard-Keys Select from Main Menu using the UP or DOWN buttons. Hard-Keys are located below the Uconnect® system in This feature shows the number of stored warning mes- the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a sages (in the # place holder).
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 Safety/Assistance, Lights, Doors & Locks, Auto-On Display Comfort & Remote Start, Engine Off Operation, Compass After pressing the Display soft-key the following settings Settings, Audio, Phone/Bluetooth® and SIRIUS Setup. will be available. NOTE: Only one touchscreen area may be selected at a •...
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334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Display Brightness With Headlights OFF between US and Metric units of measure. Touch US or Metric until a check-mark appears next to the setting, When in this display, you may select the brightness with showing that setting has been selected.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 • Navigation Turn-By-Turn In Cluster — If Equipped Clock After pressing the Clock soft-key the following settings When this feature is selected, the turn-by-turn directions will be available. will appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a designated turn within a programmed route.
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336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Time Minutes until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key When in this display, you may adjust the minutes. The to return to the previous menu. Sync with GPS Time soft-key must be unchecked.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 For further information, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Con- chime volume settings include LOW, MEDIUM, and trol (ACC)” in “Understanding The Features Of Your HIGH. The factory default volume setting is MEDIUM. Vehicle”. To make your selection, touch the ParkSense® Chime Volume soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to •...
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338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Blind Spot Alert — If Equipped NOTE: If your vehicle has experienced any damage in the area where the sensor is located, even if the fascia is When this feature is selected, the Blind Spot Alert feature not damaged, the sensor may have become misaligned.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous to return to the previous menu.
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340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped to return to the previous menu. Refer to “Lights/ Smart- Beam™ — If Equipped” in “Understanding The Features When this feature is selected, and the headlight switch is Of Your Vehicle”...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 • Flash Headlights With Lock On Exit soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the When this feature is selected, the headlights will flash back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote •...
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342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Sound Horn With Remote Start NOTE: If the vehicle is programmed 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks, all doors will unlock no matter which Passive When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when Entry equipped door handle is grasped.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 return to the previous menu. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N- Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start Go™” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”. After pressing the Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start • Memory To FOB — If Equipped soft-key the following settings will be available.
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344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Engine Off Power Delay Seats soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back When this feature is selected, the power window arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. switches, radio, Uconnect®...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 Compass Settings After pressing the Compass Settings soft-key the follow- ing settings will be available. • Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To compensate for the differences the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map.
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346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL calibrated. You may also calibrate the compass by press- NOTE: Bass/Mid/Treble allow you to simply slide your ing the ON soft-key and completing one or more 360- finger up or down to change the setting as well as touch degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic directly on the desired setting.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 Phone/Bluetooth® your selection, touch the Channel Skip soft-key, select the channels you would like to skip followed by pressing the After pressing the Phone/Bluetooth® soft-key the fol- arrow back soft-key. lowing settings will be available. •...
348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SRT Performance Features The Performance Features include the following: • Timers To access the SRT Performance Features, touch the “SRT & More” soft-key then touch the “SRT Performance” soft-key. • Engine Values Press the UP or DOWN soft-key to cycle through the •...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 The following describes each feature and its operation: Braking Distance Timers When selected, this screen displays the vehicle’s braking distance and the speed at which the brake pedal was 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h), 1/8 Mile, 1/4 Mile depressed.
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350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When a force greater than zero is measured, the display Gauges 2 will update the value as it climbs. As the G-Force falls, When selected, this screen displays the following values: the peak forces will continue to display. •...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 • Oil Pressure SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument Shows the actual oil pressure. panel, press and hold the button until the setting is • Battery Voltage correct.
352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL proprietary amplifier and speaker technologies deliver- ing substantial increases in component and system effi- This feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be ciency levels. plugged into the USB port. The 12 Channel Class D GreenEdge high efficiency iPod®...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 AUX input; and is activated through the Uconnect® System. Refer to “Surround Sound” under “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”. STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel at the three and nine o’clock positions.
354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing the center button will make the radio switch CD Player between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/ Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next CD/HDD/AUX/VES, etc.). track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track, or to the The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a beginning of the previous track if it is within one second...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective coating To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, precautions: or have protection encoding.
356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS General Overview The air conditioning and heating system is designed to Hard-Keys make you comfortable in all types of weather. This The hard-keys located below the Uconnect® screen. system can be operated through either the controls on the instrument panel or through the Uconnect®...
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 Soft-Keys Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And Soft-keys) Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. 1. MAX A/C Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is ON. Performing this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator will turn off.
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358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. AUTO Operation Button 6. Rear Defrost Button Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by Press and release this button to turn on the rear window adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Performing defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). this function will cause the ATC to switch between An indicator will illuminate when the rear window manual mode and automatic modes.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 9. SYNC CAUTION! (Continued) Press the Sync soft-key to toggle the Sync feature On/Off. • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive The Sync indicator is illuminated when this feature is window cleaners on the interior surface of the enabled.
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360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Soft-key Bi-Level Mode Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed and the large blower icon to increase the blower setting. through the defrost and side window demister outlets.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 Defrost Mode 14. Driver Temperature Control Up Button Air comes from the windshield and side window Provides the driver with independent temperature con- demist outlets. Use Defrost mode with maximum trol. Push the button for warmer temperature settings. temperature settings for best windshield and side win- NOTE: In Sync mode, this button will also automatically dow defrosting and defogging.
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362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position can be adjusted to desired user settings. Pressing other settings • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch to the prior select Defrost mode and increase blower speed.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) lead to excessive window fogging. The recirculation Automatic Operation feature may be unavailable (soft button greyed out) if conditions exist that could create fogging on the inside of 1.
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364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Manual Operation • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for The system allows for manual selection of blower speed, air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation con- cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts trol.
This will ensure A solution of 50% OAT (Organic Additive Technology) adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility coolant that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material of compressor damage when the system is started again. Standard MS-12106 and 50% water is recommended.
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366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side win- Outside Air Intake dow fogging becomes a problem increase blower speed. Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild but windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.
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STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock....378 STARTING PROCEDURES ....371 ▫...
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368 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Traction ......393 ▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..404 ▫...
STARTING AND OPERATING 371 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if in a location accessible to children), and do not present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with...
372 STARTING AND OPERATING Keyless Enter-N-Go™ CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- This feature allows the driver to oper- ing precautions are not observed: ate the ignition switch with the push • Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL of a button, as long as the Remote into any forward gear when the engine is above Start/Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 373 3. The system takes over and attempts to start the 3. If the shift lever/shift selector is not in PARK, the vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two disengage automatically after 10 seconds.
374 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions – With 4. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or to return the ignition to the OFF position (EVIC displays “OFF”). NEUTRAL Position) The ENGINE START/STOP button operates similar to an Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C) ignition switch.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 375 Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE WARNING! (Continued) START/STOP Button) • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it If the engine fails to start after you have followed the started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans- “Normal Starting”...
376 STARTING AND OPERATING After Starting WARNING! The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will Remember to disconnect the engine block heater decrease as the engine warms up. cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER –...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 377 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEU- • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure TRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, speed.
378 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Children should be warned not to touch the park- if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If ing brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. •...
STARTING AND OPERATING 379 Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift hundred miles (kilometers). Interlock system (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in PARK unless the brakes are applied.
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380 STARTING AND OPERATING Gear Ranges PARK (P) DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or This range supplements the parking brake by locking the NEUTRAL into another gear range. transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in NOTE: motion.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 381 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than parking brake. Always apply the parking brake idle speed.
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382 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi- •...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 383 • Look at the shift lever position display and verify that WARNING! it indicates the PARK position. Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever ignition to coast down a hill.
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384 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE (D) SPORT (S)– IF EQUIPPED This range should be used for most city and highway This mode alters the transmission’s automatic shift driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- schedule for sportier driving. Upshift speeds are in- shifts, and the best fuel economy.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 385 may be illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your damaging the transmission.
386 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOSTICK® Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifters Or Console Mounted Shifter AutoStick® is a driver-interactive transmission feature providing manual shift control, giving you more control of the vehicle. AutoStick® allows you to maximize en- gine braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts and down- shifts, and improve overall vehicle performance.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 387 Operation lugging or overspeed condition would result. It will remain in the selected gear until another upshift or When the shift lever is in the DRIVE position, the downshift is chosen, except as described below. transmission will operate automatically, shifting between •...
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388 STARTING AND OPERATING • The transmission will automatically downshift to first To disengage AutoStick® mode, hold the shift lever to the gear when coming to a stop. After a stop, the driver right or press and hold the (+) shift paddle (if equipped) should manually upshift (+) the transmission as the until “D”...
STARTING AND OPERATING 389 • Automatic (Auto) Mode — This is the default position SPORT MODE when vehicle ignition is first turned on. This mode will This vehicle is equipped with an electronic controlled give a sporty, but comfortable ride. Within this mode, damping system.
390 STARTING AND OPERATING • When SPORT mode is enabled, a shock symbol will • When TRACK mode is enabled, a flag symbol will light up in the instrument cluster. Refer to “Instrument light up in the instrument cluster. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Description”...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 391 Preconditions: 2. Press the “ESC OFF” button a second time to put the vehicle into Launch Control. The “ESC OFF” lamp will • Launch control should not be used on public roads. remain lit, and the cluster display will read “Launch Always check track conditions and the surrounding Control Enabled”.
392 STARTING AND OPERATING • The “ESC OFF” button is pressed to change the system Release the brake and continue to hold wide open throttle to launch. to another mode. One press puts the ESC system into ESC Full-On. 8. Keep the vehicle pointed straight. NOTE: Launch control will be active until the vehicle reaches •...
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. visible. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the rear 4.
394 STARTING AND OPERATING Flowing/Rising Water CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water WARNING! before driving through it. Never drive through Do not drive on or across a road or path where water standing water that is deeper than the bottom of is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
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STARTING AND OPERATING 395 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause damage • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans- (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
396 STARTING AND OPERATING • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- POWER STEERING ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. The standard power steering system will give you good This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability system.
STARTING AND OPERATING 397 Power Steering Fluid Check WARNING! Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and service interval is not required. The fluid should only be with the engine off to prevent injury from moving checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.
398 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY — IF EQUIPPED This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting off four of the engine’s eight cylinders during light load and cruise conditions. The system is automatic with no driver inputs or additional driving skills required. NOTE: This system may take some time to return to full functionality after a battery disconnect.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 399 NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will parking brake. Always apply the parking brake flash.
400 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the in a location accessible to children), and do not parking brake released, a brake system malfunction leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with is indicated.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 401 • A slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some of the stop.
402 STARTING AND OPERATING ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- brake control system that include Anti-Lock Brake Sys- ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase tem (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Brake Assist braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded System (BAS), and the Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
STARTING AND OPERATING 403 A feature of the TCS system, Brake Lock Differential WARNING! (BLD), controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel.
404 STARTING AND OPERATING must apply continuous brake pedal pressure during the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) stopping sequence. Do not reduce brake pedal pressure This system enhances directional control and stability of unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal the vehicle under various driving conditions.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 405 • Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than ESC Operating Modes appropriate for the steering wheel position. The ESC system has three available operating modes: ESC On WARNING! This is the normal operating mode for the ESC. When- The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- ever the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in this vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the...
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406 STARTING AND OPERATING The “ESC Off” switch is located in the switch bank near WARNING! the bottom center of the instrument panel. To enter the • When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality “Partial Off” mode, momentarily press the “ESC Off” switch and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de- Light”...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 407 chime will sound, the “ESC Activation/Malfunction In- WARNING! dicator Light” will illuminate, and the ESC OFF mes- sage will display in the vehicle odometer. Press and In the ESC “Full Off” mode, the engine torque release the TRIP ODOMETER button located on the reduction and stability features are disabled.
408 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: When the ESC is switched OFF, a feature of the brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill. The system remains active. This feature controls wheel spin system will release brake pressure in proportion to the across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 409 WARNING! WARNING! • HSA is not a parking brake. Always apply the There may be situations on minor hills (i.e., less than 8%), with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, parking brake fully when leaving your vehicle. when the system will not activate and slight rolling Also, be certain to leave the transmission in PARK.
410 STARTING AND OPERATING HSA Off Rain Brake Support If you wish to turn off the HSA system, it can be done Rain Brake Support may improve braking performance using the Customer Programmable Features in the Elec- in wet conditions. It will periodically apply a small tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
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STARTING AND OPERATING 411 malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this NOTE: light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
412 STARTING AND OPERATING Synchronizing ESC TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings If the power supply is interrupted (battery disconnected discharged), “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” may illuminate with the engine running. If this should occur, turn the steering wheel completely to the left and then to the right.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 413 • LT (Light Truck) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. NOTE: design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the design standards.
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414 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
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STARTING AND OPERATING 415 EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
416 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard however, the date code may only be on one side.
STARTING AND OPERATING 417 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) — 03 means the 3rd week 01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) —...
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418 STARTING AND OPERATING Term Definition Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period. Inflation pressure is measured in units of PSI (pounds per square inch) or kPa (kilopascals).
STARTING AND OPERATING 419 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. B-Pillar Location for Tire And Loading Information Placard...
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420 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) Number of people that can be carried in the ve- hicle. 2) Total weight your vehicle can carry. 3) Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4) Told tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 421 Loading The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the weight referenced here. the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire...
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422 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of of your vehicle with varying seating configurations...
424 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.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 425 Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability WARNING! (Continued) Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the ride.
426 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Inflation Pressures CAUTION! The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- driver’s side “B” Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent door.
STARTING AND OPERATING 427 Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in within posted speed limits.
428 STARTING AND OPERATING Radial Ply Tires Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and additional information. WARNING! Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires diately with another Run Flat tire of identical size and on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle service description (Load Index and Speed Code).
STARTING AND OPERATING 429 Summer Or Three Season Tires – If Equipped Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or (120 km/h).
430 STARTING AND OPERATING Run Flat tire reaches the run flat mode it has limited CAUTION! driving capabilities and needs to be replaced immedi- ately. A Run Flat tire is not repairable. Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at full compact, full size or limited-use temporary spare...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 431 Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped Do not install more than one compact spare tire and wheel on the vehicle at any given time. The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a WARNING! compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on the Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the...
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432 STARTING AND OPERATING spare tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as WARNING! your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- first opportunity.
STARTING AND OPERATING 433 Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or to help you in determining when your tires should be for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- replaced.
434 STARTING AND OPERATING • Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth higher, and summer tires typically have a reduced becomes 1/16 in (2 mm).
STARTING AND OPERATING 435 Replacement Tires It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many affect your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a characteristics.
436 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 437 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pavement. To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the • Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructions following precautions: on the method of installation, operating speed, and •...
438 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tire Rotation Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at The suggested rotation method for vehicles equipped different loads and perform different steering, driving, with all season tires is the “forward-cross” as shown in and braking functions.
STARTING AND OPERATING 439 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the limit for any reason, including low temperature effects driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- and natural pressure loss through the tire.
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440 STARTING AND OPERATING For example, your vehicle may have a recommended CAUTION! cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure • The TPMS has been optimized for the original of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), equipment tires and wheels.
STARTING AND OPERATING 441 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care the tire. and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition.
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442 STARTING AND OPERATING • Various TPMS messages, which display in the Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), and • TPM Telltale Light The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if equipped) has a TPM sensor. The full size spare can be used in place of any of the four road tires.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 443 will automatically update, the graphic display in the Service TPMS Warning EVIC will stop flashing or change color back to the If a system fault is detected, the TPM Telltale Light will original color, and the TPM Telltale Light will turn off. flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
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444 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains Vehicles With Full Size Spare materials that may block radio wave signals. 1. The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly 3. Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or has a TPM sensor that can be monitored by the TPMS.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 445 Vehicles With Compact Spare 4. For each subsequent ignition switch cycle, a chime will sound, the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for 1. The compact spare tire does not have a TPM sensor. 75 seconds and then remain on solid, and the EVIC Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for a...
446 STARTING AND OPERATING General Information FUEL REQUIREMENTS This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and 6.4L Engine RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: The 6.4L engine is designed to meet all •...
STARTING AND OPERATING 447 necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends and durability for your vehicle. The manufacturer recom- Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- mends the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC speci- genates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenates fications if they are available.
448 STARTING AND OPERATING • Disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles engine controller memory. Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged content may void the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
STARTING AND OPERATING 449 Materials Added To Fuel CAUTION! (Continued) All gasoline sold in the United States is required to • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to detergents or other additives is not needed under normal overheat.
450 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- WARNING! tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon conditions repaired promptly.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 451 Fuel Filler Door Release Switch Fuel Filler Door 2. Open the fuel filler door. NOTE: In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel door from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on the fuel door to break the ice buildup and re-release the fuel door using the inside release button.
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452 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. 4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel- ing.
STARTING AND OPERATING 453 2. Remove the access cover (located on the left side inner WARNING! trim panel). • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled.
454 STARTING AND OPERATING VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on the “Vehicle Certification Label.” This information should be used for passenger and luggage loading as indicated. Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
STARTING AND OPERATING 455 Vehicle Certification Label Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label affixed to The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. the drivers side “B” Pillar or the rear of the driver’s door. This includes driver, passengers, and cargo.
456 STARTING AND OPERATING Overloading Loading The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store heavier items service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and the down low and be sure you distribute their weight as front and rear GAWR.
STARTING AND OPERATING 457 TRAILER TOWING CAUTION! Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended. Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam- RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND age from improper towing is not covered under the MOTORHOME, ETC.) New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...460 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES ...472 ▫ Preparations For Jump-Start ....472 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
460 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery. The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the center of the instrument panel between the center air IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS outlets.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 461 • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum WARNING! heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a You or others can be badly burned by hot engine supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
462 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Storage TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk. TIREFIT Components TIREFIT Location 1. Sealant Bottle 2. Deflation Button 3. Pressure Gauge...
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 463 4. Power Button Selecting Sealant Mode 5. Mode Select Knob Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this position to inject the TIREFIT Sealant 6. Sealant Hose (Clear) and to inflate the tire. Use the Sealant 7.
464 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem TIREFIT Usage Precautions on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the • Using the TIREFIT sealant may cause the Tire Pressure TIREFIT kit. Monitoring System (TPMS) to become inoperable.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 465 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the source. vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the •...
466 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the WARNING! (Continued) deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the ground. • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of This will allow the TIREFIT Hoses (6) and (7) to reach an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician the valve stem and keep the TIREFIT kit flat on the...
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 467 (B) Setting Up To Use TIREFIT: (C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated Tire: 1. Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to the Sealant Mode • Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE- position.
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468 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – 10 NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and seconds through the Sealant Hose (6): the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 469 If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the pressure within 15 minutes: valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle •...
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470 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (D) Drive Vehicle: (E) After Driving: Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure to Use TIREFIT”...
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 471 If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher: 5. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as pos- 1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn on TIREFIT and sible.
472 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and the front of the housing.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 473 Remote Battery Posts 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. •...
474 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- CAUTION! cal accessories. Failure to follow these procedures could result in 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the or the discharged vehicle.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 475 8. Disconnect the positive (+) jumper cable from the WARNING! positive (+) post of the booster battery. Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable discharged battery.
476 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE CAUTION! If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the transmission overheating and failure.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 477 CAUTION! WARNING! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain even failure, of the axle and tires.
478 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: 1. Turn the engine OFF. 2.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 479 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground ALL MODELS Flat Tow NONE IF Transmission is operable: • Transmission in NEUTRAL Wheel Lift Front •...
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480 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- CAUTION! sion is operable, this vehicle may be towed (with rear • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: •...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ....490 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L ..483 ▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ... . .492 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM —...
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482 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Rear Axle ......510 ▫ Low Beam And High Beam Headlamp ..528 ▫...
484 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 emissions control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 485 Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when 2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part ready for testing.
486 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE you may need to do nothing more than drive your DEALER SERVICE vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II Your authorized dealer has the qualified service personnel, system to update. A recheck with the above test routine special tools, and equipment to perform all service opera- may then indicate that the system is now ready.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 487 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! (Continued) The pages that follow contain the required maintenance • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids services determined by the engineers who designed your that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle.
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NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change in- Use Pennzoil Ultra™ 0W-40 engine or equivalent tervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months, MOPAR® oil meeting the Chrysler Material Standard whichever occurs first. MS-12633 for use in all operating temperatures.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 489 The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart- oil filters from your vehicle.
490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters maintenance intervals. varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR® engine air WARNING! cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recom- mended.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 491 WARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme- diately with large amounts of water.
492 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • It is essential when replacing the cables on the should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer battery that the positive cable is attached to the at the start of each warm season.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493 Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- WARNING! ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants service be performed by authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment. approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system.
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494 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Access Door Filter Access Cover 2. Unsnap both ends and lift the filter access cover. 3. Remove the used filter. 4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the vehicle (text and arrows on the filter will indicate this).
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 495 Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as MOPAR®...
496 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Blades Adding Washer Fluid Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid mild nonabrasive cleaner.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 497 into the passenger compartment. In addition, have the WARNING! exhaust system inspected each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care WARNING! must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution.
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498 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 499 To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- Cooling System age: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- motion.
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OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) only ac- Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill cording to Chrysler Service Manual procedure or by an If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains authorized dealer. Check the front of the radiator for any visible sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501 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.
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Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan- tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- dard MS-12106. When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 503 The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check WARNING! with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community.
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OAT coolant that meets the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti- the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS- freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant 12106 should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not expansion bottle must also be protected against freez- overfill.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 505 • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow WARNING! hoses are not kinked or obstructed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is possibly a collision.
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506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may WARNING! cause leaking in the system. • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require- fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine ments described on the brake fluid reservoir.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 507 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
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508 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used Special Additives in any transmission; only the approved lubricant should The manufacturer strongly recommends against using be used. any special additives in the transmission. Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered CAUTION! product and its performance may be impaired by supple- Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 509 Fluid Level Check CAUTION! The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not • If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your au- require adjustment under normal operating conditions. thorized dealer immediately. Severe transmission Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the damage may occur.
510 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Axle Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be graphic locations and usage.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 511 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- What Causes Corrosion? lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR® Super Kleen Bug Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of and Tar Remover to remove. paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
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512 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, Special Care de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive packaged and sealed. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 513 Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If Equipped CAUTION! Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, ner: or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These •...
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514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Care WARNING! Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. carpeting. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 515 To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- directly on the mirror.
516 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR® Total Clean, a FUSES mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft WARNING! cloth. • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap- Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the propriate replacement fuse with the same amp buckles do not work properly.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 517 Front Power Distribution Center (Fuses) WARNING! The Front Power Distribution Center is located in the If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an autho- engine compartment. This module contains fuses and rized dealer. relays. WARNING! If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air bag system, braking system), power unit systems (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system blows, contact an authorized Dealer.
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518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse • When installing the power distribution center — — Fuse – Spare cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly 40 Amp — Radiator Fan #1 positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may Green allow water to get into the power distribution 50 Amp...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 521 Rear Power Distribution Center (Fuses) CAUTION! There is also a power distribution center located in the • When installing the power distribution center trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly contains fuses and relays.
526 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE Interior Bulbs Bulb Number If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your Rear Courtesy/Reading battery. Lamps • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp •...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 527 Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Bulb Number Rear Sidemarker Lamp LED (Serviced at Low Beam/High Beam HIR2LL Authorized Dealer) (Bi-Halogen Headlamp) Backup Lamp W21W Low Beam/High Beam D3S (Serviced at Center High Mount Stop LED (Serviced at (Bi-Xenon Headlamp) Authorized Dealer) Lamp (CHMSL)
528 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Low Beam And High Beam Headlamp NOTE: On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps, when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) — the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after If Equipped approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529 5. Disconnect the bulb from the wiring assembly and NOTE: Removal of the air cleaner filter housing may be install the replacement bulb. necessary prior to replacing bulbs in the headlamp assembly on the driver side of the vehicle. 6.
530 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Backup Lamp And Turn Signal Lamps 7. Disconnect the electrical connector. 1. Open the trunk. 8. Continue removing lamp from vehicle in order to access the bulb(s). 2. Remove the trunk trim by removing the grocery hook (using a T-20 torque driver or similar tool), remove the 9.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 531 License Lamp 1. Remove the screws securing the lamp to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 1 — License Lamp Bulb 2 —...
American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SN. The manufacturer recommends the use of Pennzoil Ultra™ 0W-40 or equivalent MOPAR® engine oil meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12633 for use in all operating tempera- tures. Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR®...
534 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Use only ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. We recommend MOPAR® ATF+4® fluid. Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR®...
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536 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser- The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual vice is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle must be done at the times or mileages specified to protect serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle perfor- (805 km).
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 537 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by master cylinder, and power steering, and add as referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle needed.
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538 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 539 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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540 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 541 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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542 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 543 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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544 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 545 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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546 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 547 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service 114 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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548 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service 126 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 549 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service 138 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
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550 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or 150 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 551 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 ASSISTANCE ....556 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ... .559 ▫ Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center..557 ▫ In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C..
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554 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .562 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ..562 ▫...
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 555 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Prepare A List YOUR VEHICLE Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident Prepare For The Appointment or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the If you are having warranty work done, be sure to have service advisor know.
556 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer service manager first. Most matters can be re- The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally solved with this process. interested in your satisfaction.
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 557 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) P.O. Box 21–8004 To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- Phone: (800) 247–9753...
558 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Service Contract Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the contract documents, and contact the person listed in You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle those documents. to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited We appreciate that you have made a major investment Warranty expires.
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintain- Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/ ing, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group LLC ve- roadsafety/ hicles.A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, sys- tem, and/or components is written in straightforward...
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Visit us on the Worldwide Web at: Owner’s Manuals • www.techauthority.com These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to ac- quaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC vehicles.
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562 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- teristics and climate. The following tire grading categories were established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 563 Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The temperature grade for this tire is established for representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under con- Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- trolled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test...
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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals. from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully shielded Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed coaxial cable.
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Chrysler Group LLC 14C482-126-AA First Edition Printed in U.S.A.