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This manual illustrates and describes the operation of VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name features and equipment that are either standard or op- FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name tional on this vehicle.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ..............3 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS .
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you Dear Customer, congratulations on selecting your new with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman- supplemented by Warranty Information, and customer ship, distinctive styling, and high quality.
INTRODUCTION described for technical and/or commercial reasons. For Symbols further information, contact an authorized dealer. Some vehicle components have colored labels whose sym- bols indicate precautions to be observed when using this If applicable, refer to the Owner’s Manual Supplement for component.
6 INTRODUCTION refrigerators, etc. For warranty coverage and service on these items, contact the applicable manufacturer. Operating instructions for the special equipment installed by the conversion/camper manufacturer should also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions are miss- ing, please contact your authorized dealer for assistance in obtaining replacement documents from the applicable manufacturer.
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GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS FRONT VIEW ......8 INSTRUMENT PANEL .....10 REAR VIEW .
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 17 VEHICLE USER GUIDE — IF EQUIPPED Access your Owner’s Information right through your Uconnect 4C or 4C NAV touchscreen system — If Equipped. To access the Vehicle User Guide on your Uconnect Touch- screen: Press the Uconnect Apps button. From there, press the Vehicle User Guide icon on your touchscreen.
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18 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Pre-Installed Features Features/Benefits • Pre-installed on your Uconnect touchscreen radio Your User Guide — Up- Available when and where • Enhanced search and browsing capability dated in real-time you need it • Robust NAV application — If Equipped Touchscreen convenience Customizable interface Maintenance...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 19 KEYS Key Fob Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. The ignition system consists of a key fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) and a START/STOP push button ignition system. The Remote Keyless Entry system consists of a key fob and Keyless Enter-N-Go feature.
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20 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A low key fob battery condition may be indicated To Lock The Doors And Tailgate by a message in the instrument cluster display, or by the Push and release the lock button on the key fob to lock all LED light on the key fob.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 21 The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless you The following conditions must be met for the vehicle to turn it off by either pushing the Panic button a second time lower remotely: or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h) or •...
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22 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob With Remote Control The replacement battery model is one CR2450 battery. NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for fur- ther information. • Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 23 2. Completely remove the emergency key from the key 3. Hold the key fob with the button side facing down, and fob. locate the small rectangular gap on the left side between the housing and the back cover of the key fob. Use a small screw driver to pry open the left side of the fob cover, applying pressure until the cover snaps open.
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24 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 4. Next, locate the gap on the right side of the key fob, which is positioned further to the edge than the left side gap. Pry open the right side, and remove the back cover. Key Fob Battery Location NOTE: When replacing the battery, ensure the + sign on the battery is facing upward.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 25 Programming Additional Key Fobs Programming the key fob may be performed by an autho- rized dealer. NOTE: Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be repurposed and reprogrammed to another ve- hicle.
26 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE IGNITION SWITCH Keyless Push Button Ignition This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button as long as the Remote Keyless Entry key fob is in the passenger compartment. The Keyless Push Button Ignition has four operating positions;...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 27 WARNING! (Continued) • Engine is not started. ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter- • Some electrical devices are available. N-Go in the ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. •...
28 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: • Gear selector in PARK • Doors closed • Hood closed •...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 29 To Enter Remote Start Mode WARNING! Push and release the Remote Start button on the key fob • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or twice within five seconds. The parking lights will flash, confined area.
30 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The NOTE: The Remote Start Comfort System can be activated Vehicle and deactivated through the Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further informa- Push and release the remote start button one time or allow tion on Remote Start Comfort System operation.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 31 SENTRY KEY If the vehicle security light turns on during normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than ten seconds), it The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthorized indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. Should this vehicle operation by disabling the engine.
32 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 2. This device must accept any interference received, in- CAUTION! cluding interference that may cause undesired opera- • Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and tion. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved •...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 33 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the 2. Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle with a vehicle: valid key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passive entry door •...
34 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Rearming Of The System If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to disarm it, the vehicle security alarm will turn the horn off after 29 seconds, 5 seconds between cycles, up to 8 cycles if the trigger remains active and then the vehicle security alarm will rearm itself.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 35 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) fatally injured. Children should be warned not to • Do not leave children or animals inside parked touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may selector.
36 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks — If Equipped If you push the power door lock switch while the key fob is located inside the vehicle, and any front door is open, the The power door lock switches are on each front door trim power locks will not operate.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 37 Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry may block the key fob’s wireless signal and prevent the passive entry handle from locking/unlocking the ve- The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehi- hicle. cle’s Remote Keyless Entry system and a feature of Keyless Enter-N-Go.
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38 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed, all If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front driver’s switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors have door handle.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 39 Push The Door Handle Button To Lock Do NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking Do NOT grab the door handle when pushing the door NOTE: handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s). •...
40 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • The LED light on the key fob will not blink if the key fob NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved battery is low or fully depleted, but a low key fob battery by the party responsible for compliance could void the condition will still support the Passive Entry system user’s authority to operate the equipment.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 41 Automatic Doors Unlock Programming — If Child-Protection Door Lock Equipped To provide a safer environment for children riding in the The Automatic Doors Unlock feature can be enabled or rear seat, the rear doors (if equipped) of your vehicle have disabled as follows: the Child-Protection Door Lock system.
42 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To use the system, open each rear door, use a flat blade WARNING! screwdriver (or emergency key) and rotate the dial to engage and disengage the Child-Protection locks. When Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision. the system on a door is engaged, that door can only be Remember that the sliding doors cannot be opened opened by using the outside door handle even if the inside...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 43 WARNING! • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. •...
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44 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 45 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat — If Equipped The seat is divided into three segments. The outboard seat portions are each 40% of the total width of the seat. On some models, the back of the center portion (20%) easily folds down to provide an armrest/center storage compart- ment.
46 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Power Front Seat Adjustment — If Equipped Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Some models may be equipped with eight-way power The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. Push driver and passenger seats. The power seat switches are the seat switch forward or rearward.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 47 Power Lumbar — If Equipped WARNING! Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. may be also be equipped with power lumbar. The power Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of lumbar switch is located on the outboard side of the power control which could cause a collision and serious seat.
48 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Driver Memory Seats — If Equipped This feature allows the driver to store up to two different memory profiles for easy recall through memory buttons. Each memory profile contains desired position settings for the driver’s seat, side mirrors, adjustable pedals (if equipped), and a set of desired radio station presets.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 49 4. Within five seconds, push and release either of the 2. Select a desired memory profile 1 or 2. memory buttons (1) or (2). The instrument cluster dis- NOTE: If a memory profile has not already been set, refer play will show which memory position has been set.
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50 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Driver One Memory Position Recall Easy Entry/Exit Seat • To recall the memory settings for driver one using the This feature provides automatic driver’s seat positioning to memory buttons on the door panel, push memory enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the button (1).
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 51 forward of the rear stop. At this position, there is no WARNING! (Continued) benefit to the driver by moving the seat for Easy Exit or at low temperatures, especially if used for long Easy Entry. periods of time.
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52 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • The engine must be running for the heated seats to operate. • The level of heat selected will stay on until the operator changes it. Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start On models that are equipped with remote start, the driv- er’s seat can be programmed to come on during a remote start.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 53 • Push the heated seat button a third time to turn the The front ventilated seats control buttons are located on the LO setting on. center instrument panel below the touchscreen, and are also located within the climate or controls screen of the •...
54 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • Push the ventilated seat button Rear Ventilated Seats a third time to choose LO. On some models, the two outboard rear seats are equipped • Push the ventilated seat button with ventilated seats. The rear ventilated seat control a fourth time to turn switches are located on the rear of the center console.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 55 top of the head restraint to the forward most position and WARNING! (Continued) release. The head restraint will return to the rear most order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event position.
56 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 57 NOTE: The head restraints should only be removed by qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If any of the head restraints require removal, see an authorized dealer. For child restraint tethering, refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems”...
58 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated steering WARNING! wheel to operate. Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- On models that are equipped with remote start, the heated ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the steering wheel can be programmed to come on during a...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 59 • The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF. DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat REVERSE or when the Speed Control System or Adap- position.
60 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. You could lose control and have an accident. Always adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked. CAUTION! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move, as it may cause damage to the pedal controls.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 61 • Press the mirror dimmer button once to turn the feature Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrors to • Press the mirror dimmer button a second time to turn center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the feature off.
62 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE by the inside automatic dimming mirror and will automati- The power mirror controls consist of mirror select buttons cally adjust for headlight glare when the inside mirror and a four-way mirror control switch. adjusts. To adjust a mirror, push either the L (left) or R (right) button to select the mirror that you want to adjust.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 63 The switch for the power folding mirrors is located be- Resetting The Power Folding Outside Mirrors tween the power mirror switches L (left) and R (right). You may need to reset the power folding mirrors if the Push the switch once and the mirrors will fold in, push the following occurs: switch a second time and the mirrors will return to the...
64 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • The power fold mirrors are designed to operate while the vehicle is stationary or traveling at moderate speeds. If you attempt to power fold the mirrors at high speeds they may not fully open or close. You should slow down to a moderate speed and complete the operation.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 65 Trailer Towing Position Blindspot Mirror NOTE: Fold the trailer towing mirrors rearward prior to Heated Mirrors — If Equipped entering an automated car wash. A small blindspot mirror is located next to main mirror and These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice.
66 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse provides automatic outside mirror positioning which will aid the driver’s view of the ground rearward of the front doors. The outside mirrors will move slightly downward from the present position when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 67 “Slide-On-Rod” Extender Headlight Switch EXTERIOR LIGHTS Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent for parking light and instrument panel light operation. Rotate Headlight Switch the headlight switch to the second detent for headlight, The headlight switch is located on the left side of the parking light, and instrument panel light operation.
68 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE signal is activated, the DRL lamp on the same side of the vehicle may turn off for the duration of the turn signal activation. Once the turn signal is no longer active, the DRL lamp will illuminate.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 69 NOTE: 3. Push the multifunction lever away from you (toward front of vehicle) to engage the high beam mode. • The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control can be turned on or off by selecting “ON” under “Auto Dim NOTE: The Automatic High Beams will not activate until High Beams”...
70 GETTING TO KNOW 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 your headlights on or off based on ambient light levels.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 71 Front Fog Lights — If Equipped To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or low beam headlights and push in the center of the head- light switch control knob. Pushing the headlight switch control knob a second time will turn the front fog lights off.
72 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Light With Bed Lights — If Equipped The cargo light and bed lights (if equipped) are turned on by pushing the cargo lights button located on the lower half of the headlight switch. Bed Light Switch In Truck Bed The cargo light and bed lights (if equipped) will turn on for approximately 60 seconds when a key fob unlock button is...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 73 NOTE: Battery saver mode is canceled if the ignition is If the headlights remain on while the ignition is cycled OFF, the exterior lights will automatically turn off after eight minutes. If the headlights are turned on and left on for eight minutes while the ignition is OFF, the exterior lights will automatically turn off.
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74 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Push Lens On/Off Rear Courtesy Light Dimmer Controls NOTE: The courtesy/reading lights will remain on until 1 — Ambient Light Control the switch is pushed a second time, so be sure they have 2 — Instrument Panel Dimmer Control been turned off before exiting the vehicle.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 75 Illuminated Entry WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the key fob Windshield Wipers to unlock the doors or open any door. The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the This feature also turns on the puddle lamps located be- multifunction lever.
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76 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Intermittent Wiper System If the washer knob is depressed while in the delay range, the wiper will operate for several seconds after the washer The intermittent feature of this system was designed for knob is released. It will then resume the intermittent use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, interval previously selected.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 77 Mist Feature NOTE: Position 3 should be used for normal rain condi- tions. When a single wipe to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle is needed, push the washer knob, located Positions 1 and 2 can be used if the driver desires less on the end of the multifunction lever, inward briefly and wiper sensitivity.
78 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When the igni- tion is ON, and the transmission is in the NEUTRAL position, the Rain Sensing system will not operate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h), or the gear selector is moved out of the NEUTRAL position.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 79 Manual Climate Control Descriptions Icon Description MAX A/C Setting Rotate the temperature control knob until it is set to MAX A/C. This is the coldest setting and puts the A/C to maximum power. A/C Button Push the A/C button to engage the Air Conditioning (A/C).
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80 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description Temperature Control Use this control knob to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment. Rotating the knob counterclockwise, from top center into the blue area of the scale, indicates cooler temperatures.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 81 Icon Description Bi-Level Mode Bi-Level Mode Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets. NOTE: Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
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82 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description Front Defrost Setting Turn the Mode Control knob to the Defrost mode. Air comes from the windshield and side win- dow demist outlets. Use Defrost mode with maximum temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting and defogging.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 83 Climate Controls With A Touchscreen Overview Uconnect 4/4C/4C NAV With 8.4–inch Display Automatic Temperature Controls...
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84 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect 4C NAV With 12–inch Display Automatic Temperature Controls...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 85 Control Descriptions NOTE: Icons and descriptions can vary based upon vehicle equipment. Icon Description MAX A/C Touchscreen: 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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86 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description AUTO Control AUTO — If Equipped Knob Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Toggling this function will cause the system to switch between manual mode and auto- matic modes.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 87 Icon Description Driver and Passenger Temperature Up and Down Buttons Faceplate or Touchscreen: Provides the driver and passenger with independent temperature control. Push the up arrow button on the faceplate, press the up arrow button on the touch- screen, or press and slide the temperature bar towards the red arrow button on the touchscreen for warmer temperature settings.
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88 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description Blower Control Blower Control Knob Blower Control is used to regulate the amount of air forced through the climate system. There are seven blower speeds available. The speeds can be selected using either the blower control knob on the faceplate, or the buttons on the touchscreen.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 89 Icon Description Panel Mode Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction.
90 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description Rear Climate Rear Climate Control Button Press and release this button to access the rear climate controls. The indicator will illuminate when the rear climate controls are on. Climate Control OFF Button This button turns the Climate Control System off.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 91 In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position can be 2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the system adjusted to desired user settings. Pressing other settings to maintain by adjusting the driver and passenger will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch to the selected temperature control buttons.
92 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Manual Operation Override Vacation/Storage This system offers a full complement of manual override Before you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning features.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 93 Operating Tips Chart CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the win- dow. • Keep all objects a safe distance from the window. Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the windshield, is free of obstructions, such as leaves.
94 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS control. The windows will operate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN or ACC position, and for Power Windows up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned OFF or until a Power Window Controls front door is opened.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 95 Auto-Down To close the window part way, lift the window switch to the first detent and release when you want the window to Both the driver and front passenger window switch have stop. an Auto-Down feature. Push the window switch past the first detent, release, and the window will go down auto- NOTE: If the window runs into any obstacle during the matically.
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96 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Reset Auto-Up Should the Auto-Up feature stop working, the window may need to be reset. To reset Auto-Up: 1. Make sure the door is fully closed. 2. Pull the window switch up to close the window com- pletely and continue to hold the switch up for an additional two seconds after the window is closed.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 97 Power Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped Manual Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped The switch for the power sliding rear window is located on A locking device in the center of the window helps to the overhead console.
98 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! Single Pane Power Sunroof — If Equipped • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or with The power sunroof switches are located on the overhead access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the key console between the courtesy/reading lights.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 99 Opening Sunroof position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “Express Close.” During Express Close Express operation, any other actuation of the switch will stop the Push the switch rearward and release it within one-half sunroof.
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100 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Sunshade Operation Sunroof Maintenance The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. glass panel. NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is Ignition Off Operation open.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 101 4. Release the close switch. 5. Push and hold the close switch again within five sec- onds to begin the teaching process. The sunroof will complete one full cycle and return to the fully closed position.
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102 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Express WARNING! (Continued) Push the switch rearward and release it within one-half equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or second, the sunroof will open to the comfort stop position ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particularly unattended and automatically stop.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 103 NOTE: If the sunshade was not already open, it will the half open position regardless of express or manual automatically open prior to the roof opening to the vent open operation. The switch must be actuated again to position.
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104 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Closing Power Sunshade switch will stop the movement and the sunshade will remain in a partially closed condition until the switch is If the sunroof is open or vented the sunshade cannot be pushed again. closed beyond the half open position.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 105 Sunroof Maintenance 1. Pull the hood release lever located below the steering wheel at the base of the instrument panel. Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel. Ignition Off Operation The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to approximately 10 minutes after the ignition switch is...
106 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood WARNING! and push the safety latch lever to the left to release it, before raising the hood. Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 107 Electronic Tailgate Release — If Equipped GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that The key fob may be equipped with an electronic operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized release feature for the tailgate, allowing hands- gates, lighting or home security systems.
108 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Before You Begin Programming HomeLink WARNING! Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage • Your motorized door or gate will open and close before you begin programming. while you are programming the universal trans- For more efficient programming and accurate transmission ceiver.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 109 Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manufac- tured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identi- fied by the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener. NOTE: It is NOT the button that is normally used to open and close the door.
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110 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indicator To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons, repeat light. The HomeLink indicator will flash slowly and each step for each remaining button. DO NOT erase the then rapidly after HomeLink has received the frequency channels.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 111 3. Press and hold the HomeLink button you want to 2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button until the program while you press and hold the hand-held trans- indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not mitter button.
112 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) If you unplugged the garage door opener/device for away from the HomeLink button you wish to program programming, plug it back in at this time. while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in view.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 113 Security General Information It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn in The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio your vehicle. Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: To do this, push and hold the two outside buttons for 20 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and seconds until the orange indicator flashes.
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114 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Not all vehicles are equipped with a door over the Door Storage upper storage area. Front Door Storage — If Equipped Storage areas are located in the door trim panels. Glove Compartment Front Door Storage 1 —...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 115 Rear Door Storage — If Equipped Storage compartments are located in both the driver and passenger rear door trim panels. Center Storage Compartment WARNING! • This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on the Rear Door Storage armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle Center Storage Compartment —...
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116 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Pull on the upper handle on the front of the armrest to raise WARNING! the cover. The upper storage area contains a USB power outlet located at the rear of the area that can be used to Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- power small electrical devices, refer to “Electrical Power ment lid in the open position.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 117 Center Console Tandem Doors— If Equipped Tandem Doors Open Position 1 — Push Front Bin Access 1 — Front Bin Open 2 — Push Rear Bin Access 2 — Rear Bin Open...
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118 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Push the release button at the front of the cupholder bin to Front Bench Seat Storage — If Equipped slide tray rearward for access of front lower storage bin, or If your vehicle is equipped with a front bench seat, storage forward to access the rear lower storage bin with the center can be found by folding down the center seat back.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 119 There is a storage drawer located in the lower center of the Rear Console Storage — If Equipped instrument panel. It can be released by pushing the access If vehicle is equipped with “Smart Fold”, the center portion button above it.
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120 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Seatback Storage To open the in-floor storage bin, lift upward on the handle of the latch and open the lid. Located in the back of both the driver and passenger front seats are pockets that can be used for storage. In-Floor Storage Bin Latch NOTE: The front seat may have to be moved forward to Driver’s Side Seatback Storage...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 121 Opened Storage Bin In-Floor Storage Bin Hooks Each storage bin also contains two hooks for securing NOTE: The maximum load limit for each hook is 250 lbs cargo. These hooks should be used to secure loads safely (113 kg).
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122 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Below Rear Seat Storage — If Equipped 1. For additional storage below the rear seats, unlatch the lock mechanism in the center of the seat base by rotating it to either side, and fold the front of the base forward. Fold Seat Base Forward 2.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 123 Flip Inside Of Base Upward Fully Extended Storage Area NOTE: The rear seats do not need to be folded up to access this feature.
124 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Cupholders Vehicles Equipped With 40/20/40 Seats The cupholders are located on the backside of the center Front Seat Cupholders portion of the front seat (20). Fold down the center section For vehicles equipped with a center console, two cuphold- of the front seat to gain access to the cupholders.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 125 Rear Cupholders — If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with “Smart Fold”, the entire center section of the 40/20/40 seat folds forward for access Rear seat cupholders can be found on the rear of the center of cupholders and console storage.
126 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Electrical Power Outlets An auxiliary power outlet can be found in the tray on top of the center stack. This power outlet only works when the The auxiliary 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet can provide vehicle is in the ON/RUN or ACC position.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 127 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle.
128 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) • After the use of high power draw accessories, or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with acces- sories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the generator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.
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If equipped, a 115 Volt (400 Watts Maximum) inverter may protection. If the power rating of 400 Watts is exceeded, the be located inside the ram box of your vehicle. The inverter power inverter shuts down. Once the electrical device has can be turned on by the Instrument Panel Power Inverter been removed from the outlet the inverter should reset.
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130 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Power Inverter Switch Center Stack Power Inverter If equipped, there may be a 115 Volt (400 Watts Maximum) To turn on the power outlet, simply plug in the device. The inverter located to the right of the center stack, just below outlet turns off when the device is unplugged.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 131 Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use. •...
132 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Your mobile phone must be designed for Qi wireless From the closed position, push the door latch to open the charging. If the phone is not equipped with Qi wireless compartment. charging functionality, an aftermarket sleeve or a special- ized back plate can be purchased from your mobile phone provider or an local electronics retailer.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 133 PICKUP BOX You can carry wide building materials (sheets of plywood, etc.) by building a raised load floor. Place lumber across the The pickup box has many features designed for utility and box in the indentations provided above the wheel housings convenience.
134 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE RamBox Integrated Box Side Storage Bins WARNING! (Continued) Cargo storage bins are located on both sides of the pickup • Unrestrained cargo may be thrown forward in an box. The cargo storage bins provide watertight, lockable, accident causing serious or fatal injury.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 135 CAUTION! Failure to follow the following items could cause damage to the vehicle: • Assure that all cargo inside the storage bins is properly secured. • Do not exceed cargo weight rating of 150 lb (68 kg) per bin.
136 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The interior of the RamBox will automatically illuminate and turn clockwise to lock or counterclockwise to unlock. when the lid is opened. The timing can be adjusted through Always return the key to the upright (vertical) position your touchscreen.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 137 WARNING! • Always close the storage bin covers when your vehicle is unattended. • Do not allow children to have access to the storage bins. Once in the storage bin, young children may not be able to escape. If trapped in the storage bin, children can die from suffocation or heat stroke.
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138 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Storage Position The storage position for the bed extender is at the front of the truck bed which maximizes the bed cargo area when not in use. To install the bed extender into the storage position, perform the following: 1.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 139 2. With the side gates open, position the extender fully 3. Rotate the side gates closed allowing the outboard ends forward in the bed against the front panel. to be positioned in front of the cargo tie down loops. Storage Position Cargo Tie Down Loop...
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140 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 4. Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure the side To install the bed extender into a divider position, perform gates in the closed position. the following: 1. Make sure the center handle is unlocked using the vehicle key and rotate the center handle vertically to release the extender side gates.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 141 2. With the side gates open, position the extender so the 4. Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure the side outboard ends align with the intended slots in the sides gates in the closed position. of the bed.
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142 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Extender Position To install the bed extender into the extender position, perform the following: The extender position allows you to load the bed of the truck beyond the tail gate. The bed extender will add an 1.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 143 4. Rotate the handles to the horizontal position to secure WARNING! (Continued) into place. • When vehicle is in motion do not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg) load on the tailgate. • The bed extender is not intended for off road use. •...
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144 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE There are two adjustable cleats on each side of the bed that To move the cleat to any position on the rail, turn the nut can be used to assist in securing cargo. counterclockwise, approximately three turns. Then pull out on the cleat and slide it to the detent nearest the desired location.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 145 To remove the cleats from the utility rail, remove the end refer to the “Consumer Information Truck-Camper Load- cap screw located in the center of the end cap, using a #T30 ing” document available from an authorized dealer. For Torx head driver.
146 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Disconnecting The Rear Camera And Remote Keyless Entry 1. Open the tailgate to access the rear camera or Remote Keyless Entry connector bracket located on the rear sill. Locking Tab 3. Disconnect the chassis wiring harness, ensuring the connector bracket does not fall into the sill.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 147 6. Tape the tailgate harness and bracket against the forward-facing surface of the tailgate. This will prevent damaging the connector and bracket when storing or reinstalling the tailgate. Removing The Tailgate 1. Disconnect the wiring harness for the rear camera and or power locks (if equipped).
148 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Tonneau Cover can be folded up and secured WARNING! at the front of the box without removing it completely. To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is deadly, Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Removal the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with “Cap or To remove the Tonneau Cover follow the following steps: Slide-In Campers”...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 149 2. Slide the locking lever toward the center of the truck bed to release the clamp and pull the handle downward into the Released Position. Do this for both the left and right side. Pull Handle Downward Slide Locking Lever Inward...
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150 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 3. Holding the yellow bumper, push the fully released clamp to the center and pull up. Push the handle firmly, and listen for a clicking sound to confirm the clamps are in the properly Stowed Position. Released Position Stowed Position...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 151 4. Lift up on the third panel and fold it onto the second panel. Third Panel Position (Tri-Folded) 6. Once in the third panel position, repeat steps “1” and “2” on the front set of clamps. Second Panel Position 5.
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152 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Incorrect Folding — Will Cause Damage Correct Folding — Hold Panels Together NOTE: Fold the panel gently. It is not recommended to allow the panels to drop under their own weight.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 153 7. Make sure to clip both stowage straps to prevent the Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Installation Tonneau Cover panels from unfolding. To install the Tonneau Cover follow these steps: 1. Position the folded Tonneau Cover on the truck bed and push the cover forward against the front of the truck bed.
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154 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Released Position J Hook Under Truck Flange 3. Holding the lower end of the clamp, push it to the center 1 — Fully Engaged Swing Lever and pull up. Push the handle firmly and listen for a clicking sound to confirm the clamps are set to the NOTE: Make sure the J Hook (1) locates itself under the Clamped Position.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 155 Clamped Position Second Panel Position 4. Disengage the stowage straps. 6. Completely unfold the Tonneau Cover. 5. Unfold Tonneau Cover to the second panel position. NOTE: When unfolding the center and rear panels, the sections MUST be held together to avoid damage to the NOTE: The vehicle cannot be driven when the Tonneau cover material.
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156 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Incorrect Folding — Will Cause Damage Correct Folding — Hold Panels Together NOTE: Unfold the panel gently. It is not recommended to allow the panels to drop under their own weight.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 157 Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Cleaning For proper cleaning of the Tonneau Cover, use Mopar Whitewall & Vinyl Top Cleaner and Mopar Leather & Vinyl Conditioner/Protectant. Fully Unfolded Position 7. Repeat steps “2” through “3” for the rear pair of clamps. CAUTION! It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure the Tonneau Cover is properly installed on the vehicle.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Red Warning Lights .....177 BASE / MIDLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ..160 ▫...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 Base / Midline Instrument Cluster Descriptions 4. Oil Pressure Gauge • The pointer should always indicate the oil pressure 1. Tachometer when the engine is running. A continuous high or low • Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute reading under normal driving conditions may indicate (RPM x 1000).
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162 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tem- CAUTION! perature when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be Driving with a hot engine cooling system could dam- allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal age your vehicle.
164 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tem- Premium Instrument Cluster Descriptions perature when driving in hot weather, up mountain 1. Tachometer grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be •...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY Your vehicle will be equipped with an instrument cluster display, which offers useful information to the driver. With the ignition in the STOP/OFF mode, opening/closing of a door will activate the display for viewing, and display the total miles, or kilometers, in the odometer.
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166 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Stop/Start • Trailer Tow • Audio • Stored Messages • Screen Setup • Vehicle Settings (Not Equipped with a Uconnect touch- screen radio) The system allows the driver to select information by pushing the following instrument cluster display control buttons located on the left side of the steering wheel: Premium Instrument Cluster Display...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 Up And Down Arrow Buttons: For Screen Setup: • OK button allows user to enter menu and submenus. Using the up or down arrows allows you to cycle through the Main Menu Items. •...
168 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Unless reset, this message will continue to display each NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you time you place the ignition in the ON/RUN position. To start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not turn off the message temporarily, push and release the OK reset.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 • Oil Life Adaptive Cruise Control Off • Air Suspension — If Equipped When ACC is deactivated, the display will read “Adaptive Cruise Control Off.” • Coolant Temperature — If Equipped Adaptive Cruise Control Ready •...
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170 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL For further information, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control display. Push and release the right or left arrow buttons to (ACC) — If Equipped” in “Starting And Operating.” enter the submenus of Trip A and Trip B. The Trip A or Trip B information will display the following: LaneSense —...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 • Type Screen Setup • Gain NOTE: The Screen Setup feature can only be used while the vehicle is in PARK. Audio Push and release the up or down arrow button until the Push and release the up or down arrow button until the Screen Setup Menu Icon/Title is highlighted in the instru- Audio Menu icon/title is highlighted in the instrument...
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172 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Trip B Distance • Trip B Distance • Trailer Trip – If Equipped • Trailer Trip – If Equipped • Trailer Brake – If Equipped • Audio • Oil Pressure – If Equipped •...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 • Coolant Temperature – If Equipped • Menu Icon • Oil Temperature – If Equipped • Coolant Temperature • Battery Voltage – If Equipped • Oil Temperature • Transmission Temperature – If Equipped •...
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174 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Coolant Temperature • Coolant Temperature • Oil Temperature • Oil Temperature • Battery Voltage (default setting) • Battery Voltage • Transmission Temperature • Transmission Temperature • Oil Life • Oil Life Lower Right – If Equipped Favorite Menus •...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 Odometer When load reduction is activated, the message “Battery Saver On Some Systems May Have Reduced Power” will • No Decimal Point (Default) appear in the instrument cluster. • Decimal Point These messages indicate the vehicle battery has a low state Defaults of charge and continues to lose electrical charge at a rate •...
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176 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • HVAC System • The battery was recently replaced and was not charged completely. • 115V AC Power Inverter System • The battery was discharged by an electrical load left on • Audio and Telematics System when the vehicle was parked.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 After a trip: system check menu may appear different based upon equipment options and current vehicle status. Some tell- • Check if any aftermarket equipment was installed (ad- tales are optional and may not appear. ditional lights, upfitter electrical accessories, audio sys- tems, alarms) and review specifications if any (load and Red Warning Lights...
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178 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL is either not on during startup, stays on, or turns on while indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on driving, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has as soon as possible.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for ap- indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound. If proximately two seconds. The light should then turn off the temperature reaches the upper limit, a continuous unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is chime will sound for four minutes or until the engine is detected.
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180 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL vehicle, shut off the engine as soon as possible, and contact NOTE: This light may turn on if the accelerator and brake an authorized dealer. A chime will sound when this light pedals are pressed at the same time. turns on.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 — Swing Gate Open Warning Light — If the light turns off. Once the light turns off, you may Equipped continue to drive normally. This indicator will turn when the swing gate is open. WARNING! NOTE: If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single If you continue operating the vehicle when the Trans-...
182 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Yellow Warning Lights The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several typical driving styles. In most situations, the ve- — Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault Warning hicle will drive normally and will not require towing. Light —...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Indicator CAUTION! (Continued) Light” come on momentarily each time the ignition is converter damage and power loss will soon occur. placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN position. Immediate service is required.
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184 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been — Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) approached and is in a lane departure situation, the Warning Light LaneSense indicator changes from solid white/green to The warning light switches on and a message is displayed flashing yellow.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups those tires.) as long as the malfunction exists.
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186 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL — Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) CAUTION! (Continued) Light — If Equipped Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor to become inoper- This warning light will illuminate to indicate a fault in the able. After using an aftermarket tire sealant it is Forward Collision Warning System.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 — Speed Control Fault Warning Light Refer to “Blind Spot Monitoring” in “Safety” for further information. This warning light will illuminate to indicate the Speed Control System is not functioning properly and service is —...
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188 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL For further information, refer to “Active-Level Four Corner — Air Suspension Ride Height Raising Air Suspension System — If Equipped” in “Starting And Indicator Light— If Equipped Operating”. This light will blink and alert the driver that the vehicle is changing to a higher ride height.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Low range Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) — If Equipped” provides a greater gear reduction ratio to provide increased in “Starting And Operating” for further information. torque at the wheels.
190 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL — Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped Refer to “Speed Control” in “Starting And Operating” for further information. This indicator light will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. — Stop/Start Active Indicator Light — If Equipped —...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) — If Equipped” — LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped in “Starting And Operating” for further information. When the LaneSense system is ON, but not armed, the LaneSense indicator light illuminates solid white.
192 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Onboard Your vehicle is required to have an Onboard Diagnostic Diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the system (OBD II) and a connection port to allow access to performance of the emissions, engine, and transmission information related to the performance of your emissions...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 For further information, refer to “Cybersecurity” in “Mul- Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which you timedia”. can use prior to going to the test station. To check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must do the follow- EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ing: PROGRAMS...
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194 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully illuminated until you place the ignition in the off posi- tion or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready and you can proceed to the I/M station.
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SAFETY CONTENTS ▫ Seat Belt Systems ..... .230 SAFETY FEATURES ..... .196 ▫...
196 SAFETY SAFETY FEATURES These are all normal characteristics of ABS. Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) WARNING! The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased • The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip- vehicle stability and brake performance under most brak- ment that may be susceptible to interference caused ing conditions.
SAFETY benefits of anti-lock brakes. If the “Anti-Lock Brake Warn- WARNING! (Continued) ing Light” does not come on when the ignition is turned to • The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must the ON/RUN mode, have the light repaired as soon as never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner possible.
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198 SAFETY Brake System Warning Light longer desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is deactivated. The red “Brake System Warning Light” will turn on when the ignition is turned to the ON/RUN mode and may stay WARNING! on for as long as four seconds.
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SAFETY The following conditions must be met in order for HSA to WARNING! (Continued) activate: active driving involvement. It is always the driver’s • The feature must be enabled. responsibility to be attentive to distance to other ve- • The vehicle must be stopped. hicles, people, and objects, and most importantly brake operation to ensure safe operation of the vehicle under •...
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200 SAFETY 2. Shift the transmission into PARK. WARNING! (Continued) 3. Apply the parking brake. or apply more vehicle brake pressure prior to releas- ing the brake pedal. 4. Start the engine. • HSA is not a parking brake. Always apply the 5.
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SAFETY • Oversteer — when the vehicle is turning more than reduce engine power to provide enhanced acceleration and stability. A feature of the TCS, Brake Limited Differential appropriate for the steering wheel position. (BLD), functions similar to a limited slip differential and •...
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202 SAFETY ESC On WARNING! (Continued) This is the normal operating mode for the ESC. Whenever from loss of vehicle control due to inappropriate the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in this mode. driver input for the conditions. Only a safe, attentive, This mode should be used for most driving conditions.
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SAFETY NOTE: System may switch from ESC “Full Off” to “Partial WARNING! Off” mode when vehicle exceeds a predetermined speed. • When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality When the vehicle speed slows below the predetermined speed the system will return to ESC “Full Off”. of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature described in the TCS section), has been disabled and the “ESC ESC modes may also be affected by drive modes if so...
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204 SAFETY “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” also flashes WARNING! (Continued) when TCS is active. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by Indicator Light” begins to flash during acceleration, ease prevailing road conditions. ESC cannot prevent all up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible.
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SAFETY Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) WARNING! (Continued) This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by leaving the roadway or striking objects or other ve- monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the speed hicles. The capabilities of an ERM-equipped vehicle of the vehicle.
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206 SAFETY • Vehicle speed is below 5 mph (8 km/h). WARNING! • Parking brake is released. If TSC activates while driving, slow the vehicle down, • Driver door is closed. stop at the nearest safe location, and adjust the trailer load to eliminate trailer sway.
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SAFETY • 5th = 3.1 mph (5 km/h) • Vehicle is on a downhill grade of insufficient magnitude, is on level ground, or is on an uphill grade. • 6th = 3.7 mph (6 km/h) • Vehicle is shifted to park. •...
208 SAFETY • The cluster icon and switch lamp will illuminate and AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS remain on solid when HDC is enabled or activated. This Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If Equipped is the normal operating condition for HDC. The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- •...
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SAFETY BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in any so that the BSM system can function properly. Do not block forward gear or REVERSE and enters stand-by mode when the taillights with foreign objects (bumper stickers, bicycle the vehicle is in PARK. racks, etc.).
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210 SAFETY If the blockage message is still present after cycling the The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three ignition and driving in traffic, check again for a blockage. different entry points (side, rear, front) while driving to see if an alert is necessary.
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SAFETY Entering From The Rear Overtaking Traffic Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either If you pass another vehicle slowly with a relative speed less side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
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212 SAFETY The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, berms, snow banks, car washes etc. However, occasionally the system may alert on such objects. This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require service. Overtaking/Passing Stationary Objects...
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SAFETY The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are For information on how Blind Spot Monitoring functions traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in adjacent when pulling a trailer, refer to “Trailer Merge Assist” in this lanes.
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214 SAFETY Rear Cross Path (RCP) (5 km/h), to objects moving a maximum of approximately 20 mph (32 km/h), such as in parking lot situations. The Rear Cross Path (RCP) feature is intended to aid the driver when backing out of parking spaces where their NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be vision of oncoming vehicles may be blocked.
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SAFETY Modes Of Operation NOTE: Whenever an audible alert is requested by the BSM system, the radio is also muted. Three selectable modes of operation are available in the Uconnect System. When the system is in RCP, the system shall respond with both visual and audible alerts when a detected object is Refer to “Uconnect Settings”...
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216 SAFETY Trailer Merge Assist is a function of the Blind Spot Moni- Automatic Trailer Detection toring (BSM) system that extends the blind spot zone to There are two modes of operation for the detection of the work while pulling a trailer. Trailer Merge Assist consists of trailer length: three sub functions: •...
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SAFETY Trailer Length Detection Once the trailer presence has been established. The trailer length will be established (by making a 90 degree turn) and then the trailer length category (example 10-20 ft (3 m to 6 m)) will be displayed. This can take up to 30 seconds after completing the turn.
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218 SAFETY • Trailer length between 20 ft to 30 ft (6 m to 9 m) — Blind NOTE: spot zone will be adjusted to 30 ft (9 m) • The Trailer Merge Alert system DOES NOT alert the • Trailer length between 30 ft and 39.5 ft (9 m to 12 m) — driver about rapidly approaching vehicles that are out- side the detection zones.
SAFETY General Information NOTE: FCW monitors the information from the forward looking sensors as well as the Electronic Brake Controller The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio (EBC), to calculate the probability of a forward collision. Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: When the system determines that a forward collision is This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and probable, the driver will be provided with audible and...
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220 SAFETY • It is unsafe to test the FCW system. To prevent such misuse of the system, after four Active Braking events within a key cycle, the Active Braking portion of FCW will be deactivated until the next key cycle. •...
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SAFETY The default sensitivity of FCW is the “Medium” setting NOTE: and the system status is “Warning & Braking”. This allows • Changing the FCW status to “Only Warning” prevents the system to warn the driver of a possible collision with the system from providing limited active braking, or the vehicle in front using audible/visual warnings and it additional brake support if the driver is not braking...
222 SAFETY FCW Limited Warning General Information If the instrument cluster displays “ACC/FCW Limited The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Functionality” or “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: Front Windshield” momentarily, there may be a condition This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and that limits FCW functionality.
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SAFETY NOTE: The TPMS Warning Light will illuminate in the The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning limit for pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires.
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224 SAFETY the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), a tempera- CAUTION! (Continued) ture drop to 20°F (-7°C) will decrease the tire pressure to to an authorized dealership to have your sensor approximately 23 psi (158 kPa). This tire pressure is suffi- function checked.
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SAFETY gauge, even if under-inflation has not reached the level NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the tire to trigger illumination of the TPMS Warning Light. pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly and to maintain the proper pressure.
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226 SAFETY NOTE: When filling warm tires, the tire pressure may need to be increased up to an additional 4 psi (28 kPa) above the recommended cold placard pressure in order to turn the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light off. Service TPMS Warning If a system fault is detected, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
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SAFETY • Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains ma- • If you install the non matching full size spare or compact terials that may block radio wave signals. spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning limit, upon the next ignition •...
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228 SAFETY automatically. In addition, the TPM Telltale Light will The system will be activated when there is over 1.5 psi (10 turn OFF and the graphic in the instrument cluster will kPa) of change in tire pressure. The ignition must be in the display a new pressure value instead of dashes (- -), as RUN mode, with the transmission in PARK (P).
SAFETY General Information Some of the safety features described in this section may be standard equipment on some models, or may be optional This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS equipment on others. If you are not sure, ask an authorized 210 of Industry Canada.
230 SAFETY 4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind WARNING! (Continued) them or under their arm. cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or 5. You should read the instructions provided with your child younger, including a child in a rear-facing child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly.
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SAFETY Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert) BeltAlert) (the outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the outboard front passenger seat is Driver And Passenger BeltAlert — If Equipped unoccupied). The BeltAlert warning sequence starts by BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and sounding an and outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with intermittent chime.
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232 SAFETY pets be restrained in the rear seat (if equipped) in pet WARNING! harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts, and • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more cargo is properly stowed. severe injuries in a collision.
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SAFETY WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your • A seat belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride internal injuries, or you could even slide out of the too high on your body, possibly causing internal seat belt.
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234 SAFETY WARNING! (Continued) • A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately.
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SAFETY Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle Positioning The Lap Belt 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low across 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest your hips, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfortable and lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt.
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236 SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the seat belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.
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SAFETY NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is Seat Belt Extender equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the If a seat belt is not long enough to fit properly, even when shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward the webbing is fully extended and the adjustable upper position without pushing or squeezing the release button.
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238 SAFETY Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Seat Belt Pretensioner The front outboard seat belt system is equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. These devices may improve the performance of the seat belt by removing slack from the seat belt early in a collision.
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SAFETY Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage, only pull the seat belt The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor occupant’s mid-section so as to not activate the ALR.
240 SAFETY WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • Never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front • The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the seat of a vehicle. Only use a rear-facing child re- switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) fea- straint in the rear seat.
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SAFETY The air bag system must be ready to protect you in a Air Bag Warning Light collision. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) moni- The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic tors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring asso- parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition ciated with the electrical Air Bag System Components.
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242 SAFETY The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the WARNING! instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is detected that could affect the air bag system. The diagnos- Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instrument tics also record the nature of the malfunction.
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SAFETY Front Air Bags WARNING! This vehicle has front air bags and lap/shoulder belts for • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument both the driver and front passenger. The front air bags are panel during front air bag deployment could cause a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems.
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244 SAFETY The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an WARNING! impact that requires air bag deployment. A low energy • No objects should be placed over or near the air bag output is used in less severe collisions. A higher energy output is used for more severe collisions.
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SAFETY Front Air Bag Operation The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper passen- ger side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional protec- the way as the air bags inflate to their full size. The front air tion by supplementing the seat belts.
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246 SAFETY • The front passenger is not properly seated or his or her Occupant Classification Module (OCM) And Sensor weight is taken off of the seat for a period of time. The Occupant Classification Module (OCM) is located underneath the front passenger seat. The Sensor is located Front Passenger Seat Oc- Front Passenger Air Bag beneath the passenger seat cushion foam.
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SAFETY In order for the OCS to operate as designed, it is important WARNING! for the front passenger to be seated properly and properly • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an wearing the seat belt. Properly seated passengers are: air bag.
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248 SAFETY Lighter Weight Passengers (Including Small Adults) Examples of improper front passenger seating include: • The front passenger’s weight is transferred to another When a lighter weight passenger, including a small adult, part of the vehicle (like the door, arm rest or instrument occupies the front passenger seat, the OCS may reduce the panel).
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SAFETY The OCS determines the front passenger’s most probable classification. If an occupant in the front passenger seat is seated improperly, the occupant may provide an output signal to the OCS that is different from the occupant’s properly seated weight input, for example: Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly...
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250 SAFETY Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly WARNING! • If a child restraint system, child, small teenager or adult in the front passenger seat is seated improp- erly, the occupant may provide an output signal to the OCS that is different from the occupant’s prop- erly seated weight input.
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SAFETY If the Air Bag Warning Light does not come on, or WARNING! (Continued) stays on after you start the vehicle, or it comes on as you • Always wear your seat belt and sit properly, with the drive, take the vehicle to an authorized dealer for seatback in an upright position, your back against service immediately.
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252 SAFETY • Do not replace the seat cover or cushion with an Knee Impact Bolsters aftermarket seat cover or cushion. The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the • Do not add a secondary seat cover or mat. driver and front passenger, and position the front occu- pants for improved interaction with the front air bags.
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SAFETY The SABs may help to reduce the risk of occupant injury area where the SAB inflates. Children are at an even greater during certain side impacts, in addition to the injury risk of injury from a deploying air bag. reduction potential provided by the seat belts and body structure.
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254 SAFETY positioned in the area where the SABICs inflate. Children are at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag. The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in certain side impact events.
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SAFETY Side Impacts Side Air Bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. Side Air Bags deploy in less time than it takes to The Side Air Bags are designed to activate in certain side blink your eyes. impacts.
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256 SAFETY The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all rollover events. The WARNING! rollover sensing system determines if a rollover event may • Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not lean be in progress and whether deployment is appropriate. In the event the vehicle experiences a rollover or near rollover against the door or window.
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SAFETY • Supplemental Side Air Bags • As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the • Front and Side Impact Sensors process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air bag •...
258 SAFETY NOTE: Your vehicle may also be designed to perform any of these other functions in response to the Enhanced Accident • Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, Response System: but they will open during air bag deployment. •...
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SAFETY NOTE: After an accident, remember to cycle the ignition Maintaining Your Air Bag System to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position and remove the key from the ignition switch to avoid draining the battery. WARNING! Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine •...
260 SAFETY These data can help provide a better understanding of the WARNING! (Continued) circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. dealer. Only manufacturer approved seat accessories NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a may be used. If it is necessary to modify the air bag non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
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SAFETY Children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled child. Carefully read and follow all the instructions and up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, warnings in the child restraint Owner’s Manual and on all children are safer when properly restrained in the rear the labels attached to the child restraint.
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262 SAFETY Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Recommended Type Of Child Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convert- younger and who have not reached ible Child Restraint, facing rearward the height or weight limits of their in a rear seat of the vehicle...
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SAFETY The infant carrier is only used rear-facing in the vehicle. It WARNING! is recommended for children from birth until they reach the weight or height limit of the infant carrier. Convertible Do not install a rear-facing car seat using a rear support child seats can be used either rear-facing or forward-facing leg in this vehicle.
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264 SAFETY Older Children And Child Restraints WARNING! Children who are two years old or who have outgrown • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward- or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. facing in the vehicle.
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SAFETY Children Too Large For Booster Seats 5. Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend over child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle.
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266 SAFETY Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use Any Attachment Method Shown With An “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Lower Seat Belt Only LATCH – Lower Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Anchors Only Anchors + Top Tether Anchor Restraint...
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SAFETY Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage Restraint System 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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268 SAFETY LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Crew Cab Full Bench LATCH Positions Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Lower Anchorage Symbol (2 Anchorages Per Seating Position) Crew Cab 60/40 Split Bench LATCH Positions Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Lower Anchorage Symbol (2 Anchorages Per Seating Position)
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SAFETY Quad Cab Full Bench And 60/40 Split Bench LATCH Positions Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Lower Anchorage Symbol (2 Anchorages Per Seating Position) Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH What is the weight limit (child’s 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until weight + weight of the child re- the combined weight of the child and...
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270 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Can the LATCH anchorages and the Do not use the seat belt when you seat belt be used together to attach a use the LATCH anchorage system to rear-facing or forward-facing child attach a rear-facing or forward-facing restraint? child restraint.
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SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Can the rear-facing child restraint The child seat may touch the back of touch the back of the front passenger the front passenger seat if the child seat? restraint manufacturer also allows contact.
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272 SAFETY Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages There are tether strap anchorages located behind each of the rear seats. Center Tether Anchorage Over Head Rest LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the anchorage.
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SAFETY Center Seat LATCH WARNING! All Quad Cabs Or Crew Cab Full Bench Rear Seat: No Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more Lower Center LATCH Anchorages Available than one child restraint. Please refer to “To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint”...
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274 SAFETY can be moved forward and rearward in the vehicle, you other occupants or being used to secure child restraints. An may wish to move it to its rear-most position to make unused belt could injure a child if they play with it and room for the child seat.
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SAFETY Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat (ALR) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat Belt belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can be Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in “switched”...
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276 SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Locations ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit (child’s weight Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt to install a forward facing...
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SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts Can the rear-facing child restraint Contact between the front passenger touch the back of the front passenger seat and the child restraint is al- seat? lowed, if the child restraint manufac- turer also allows contact.
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278 SAFETY 2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor 7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap to pass it through the belt path of the child restraint. Do portion around the child restraint while you push the not twist the belt webbing in the belt path.
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SAFETY Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether WARNING! Anchorage Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an WARNING! air bag. A deploying Passenger Front Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger, Do not attach a tether strap for a rear-facing car seat to including a child in a rear-facing child restraint.
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280 SAFETY 3. Pass the tether strap hook through the space between the head restraint and the seat back behind the child seat, through the tether strap loop behind the seat and over to the center tether strap loop. Tether Strap Through Outboard Tether Strap Loop And Attached To Center Tether Strap Loop NOTE: If there are child seats in both of the outboard (left and right) seating positions, the tether strap hooks of both...
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SAFETY Center Seat: 3. Pass the tether strap hook over the headrest behind the child seat, through the tether strap loop behind the seat 1. Reach between the rear seat and rear glass to access the and over to the right or left outboard tether strap loop. tether strap loop.
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282 SAFETY 4. Attach the hook to the outboard tether strap loop (see 3. Place a child restraint on the center rear seat. Route the diagram). Tighten the tether strap according to the child tether strap following the directions for the center seat manufacturer’s instructions.
SAFETY SAFETY TIPS WARNING! Transporting Passengers • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO increased head motion and possible injury to the AREA. child. Use only the anchorage position directly be- hind the child seat to secure a child restraint top WARNING! tether strap.
284 SAFETY Exhaust Gas Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the WARNING! vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the complete Exhaust gases can injure or kill.
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SAFETY Air Bag Warning Light Floor Mat Safety Information The Air Bag warning light will turn on for four to Always use floor mats designed to fit your vehicle. Only eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch use a floor mat that does not interfere with the operation of is first turned to ON/RUN.
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286 SAFETY WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • ALWAYS REMOVE THE EXISTING FLOOR MAT • ALWAYS make sure objects cannot fall or slide into FROM THE VEHICLE before installing any other the driver’s side floor area when the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under accelera- floor mat.
SAFETY Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Tires Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks.
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STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System ..306 STARTING THE ENGINE ....293 ▫ Automatic Transmission ....293 ▫...
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290 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ To Manually Turn Off The Stop Start System . . .340 ACTIVE-LEVEL FOUR CORNER AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (REBEL MODELS ONLY) — IF ▫ To Manually Turn On The Stop Start System..340 EQUIPPED ......328 ▫...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 291 ▫ To Turn Off ......349 ▫ Service The ParkSense Park Assist System ..368 ▫...
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292 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ....413 REFUELING THE VEHICLE ....403 ▫...
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 STARTING THE ENGINE WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both operate power windows, other controls, or move the inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt. vehicle. • Do not leave children or animals inside parked The starter should not be operated for more than 10-second vehicles in hot weather.
294 STARTING AND OPERATING Tip Start Feature Normal Starting Using ENGINE START/STOP Button Do not press the accelerator. Cycle the ignition switch briefly to the START position and release it. The starter To Turn On The Engine Using The ENGINE START/ motor will continue to run and will automatically disen- STOP Button gage when the engine is running.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 295 3. If the gear selector is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/ To change the ignition modes without starting the vehicle STOP button must be held for two seconds or three short and use the accessories, follow these directions: pushes in a row with the vehicle speed above 5 MPH 1.
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296 STARTING AND OPERATING • Ignition switched from RUN to ACC WARNING! NOTE: For Keyless Go equipped vehicles, The engine will • Driver inattention could lead to failure to place the turn off and the ignition switch will change to ACC mode. vehicle in PARK.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 297 NOTE: In some cases the ParkSense graphic will be 4WD LOW — If Equipped displayed in the instrument cluster, causing the “ Au- AutoPark will be disabled when operating the vehicle in toPark Engaged Shift to P then Shift to Gear” to not be 4WD LOW.
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298 STARTING AND OPERATING If Engine Fails To Start WARNING! (Continued) If the engine fails to start after you have followed the • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables “Normal Starting” procedure, it may be flooded. Push the may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there or the battery in another vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 Cold Weather Operation (Below –22°F Or −30°C) ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an A long break-in period is not required for the engine and externally powered electric engine block heater (available drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
300 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its The park brake switch is located on the instrument panel to first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This the left of the steering wheel (below the headlamp switch). should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as a problem.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 301 telltale light will not illuminate, however, it can only be NOTE: When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the released when the ignition is in the ON/RUN mode. front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade.
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302 STARTING AND OPERATING switch for as long as engagement is desired. The BRAKE WARNING! (Continued) telltale light will illuminate, and a continuous chime will • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in sound. The rear stop lamps will also be illuminated auto- a location accessible to children, and do not leave a matically while the vehicle remains in motion.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 303 Auto Park Brake SafeHold can be temporarily bypassed by pushing the Electric Park Brake Switch while the driver door is open. The electric park brake can be programmed to be applied Once manually bypassed, SafeHold will be enabled again automatically whenever the vehicle is at a standstill and once the vehicle reaches 12 mph (20 km/h) or the ignition the automatic transmission is placed in PARK.
304 STARTING AND OPERATING Service Mode has requirements that must be met in order AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION to be activated: WARNING! • The vehicle must be at a standstill. • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the • The park brake must be unapplied. parking brake.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 305 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the trans- verse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit mission gear selector. • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in someone or something.
306 STARTING AND OPERATING Ignition Park Interlock Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission This vehicle is equipped with an Ignition Park Interlock The transmission is controlled using a rotary electronic which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the gear selector located on the instrument panel. The trans- ignition can be turned to the OFF mode.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 307 may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles (kilometers). Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears.
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308 STARTING AND OPERATING PARK (P) WARNING! This range supplements the parking brake by locking the • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in motion.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 309 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal. a location accessible to children), and do not leave •...
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310 STARTING AND OPERATING • With brake pedal released, verify that the gear selector CAUTION! will not move out of PARK. Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other REVERSE (R) reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 311 these conditions, using a lower gear range will improve In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission can performance and extend transmission life by reducing be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the excessive shifting and heat buildup.
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312 STARTING AND OPERATING If the transmission cannot be reset, an authorized dealer service is required. Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation — Eight-Speed Transmission The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the driver to limit the highest available gear when the trans- mission is in DRIVE.
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 When to Use TOW/HAUL Mode The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster to indicate that TOW/HAUL mode has When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a been activated. Pushing the switch a second time restores heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting occurs, normal operation.
314 STARTING AND OPERATING • Four-Wheel Drive Low Range (4WD LOW) Four-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Eight Speed Transmission Only) — If Equipped • Neutral (NEUTRAL) This is an electronic shift transfer case and is operated by For additional information on the appropriate use of each the 4WD Control Switch (Transfer Case Switch), which is transfer case mode position, see the information below: located on the instrument panel.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 315 NEUTRAL (N) This electronically shifted transfer case is designed to be driven in the two–wheel drive position (2WD) for normal Neutral — This range disengages both the front and rear street and highway conditions on dry hard surfaced roads). driveshafts from the powertrain.
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316 STARTING AND OPERATING Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights NOTE: Before retrying a selection, make certain that all the necessary requirements for selecting a new transfer case The Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights (4WD and position have been met. To retry the selection, push the 4LOW) are located in the instrument cluster and indicate current position, wait five seconds, and retry selection.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 317 NOTE: Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front Shifting Procedure or rear wheels are spinning. This could cause damage to NOTE: driveline components. • If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the engine position have not been met, the transfer case will not speed is approximately three times that of the 2WD or...
318 STARTING AND OPERATING • Four-Wheel Drive High Range (4WD HIGH) Five-Position Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Eight Speed Transmission Only) — If Equipped • Four-Wheel Drive Low Range (4WD LOW) This is an electronic shift transfer case and is operated by •...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 319 4WD LOW WARNING! (Continued) Four-Wheel Drive Low Range — This range provides low parking brake should always be applied when the speed four-wheel drive. It maximizes torque (increased driver is not in the vehicle. torque over 4WD HIGH) to the front driveshaft; allowing •...
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320 STARTING AND OPERATING When additional traction is required, the transfer case 4WD selection. When you select a different transfer case posi- HIGH and 4WD LOW positions can be used to maximize tion, the indicator lights will do the following: torque to the front driveshaft, forcing the front and rear If All Of The Following Shift Conditions Are Met: wheels to rotate at the same speed.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 321 The “SVC 4WD Warning Light” monitors the electronic Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends on shift four-wheel drive system. If this light remains on after tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. engine start up or illuminates during driving, it means that Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the the four-wheel drive system is not functioning properly...
322 STARTING AND OPERATING ACTIVE-LEVEL FOUR CORNER AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Description The air suspension system provides full time load leveling capability along with the benefit of being able to adjust vehicle height by the push of a switch. Air Suspension Switch 1 —...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 323 • Normal Ride Height (NRH) – This is the standard the vehicle height will be automatically lowered to OR1. position of the suspension and is meant for normal Off-Road 2 may not be available due to vehicle payload, driving.
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324 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Speed thresholds for raising the vehicle only apply up once while in Entry/Exit or drive the vehicle over if Automatic Aero Mode is enabled. 15 mph (24 km/h). Entry/Exit mode may not be avail- • To enter Aero Mode manually push the height selector able due to vehicle payload, an instrument cluster switch down once from NRH at any vehicle speed.
STARTING AND OPERATING 325 This system uses a lifting and lowering pattern which WARNING! (Continued) keeps the headlights from incorrectly shining into oncom- injury or damage to the system, see your authorized ing traffic. When raising the vehicle, the rear of the vehicle dealer for service.
326 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Jack Mode To Know Your Instrument Panel” or “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” if equipped with a touch screen radio for To assist with changing a tire, the air suspension system further information. has a feature which allows the automatic leveling to be disabled.
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 Operation The indicator lamps 1 through 5 will illuminate to show the current position of the vehicle. Flashing indicator lamps will show a position which the system is working to achieve. When raising, if multiple indicator lamps are flashing, the highest flashing indicator lamp is the position the system is working to achieve.
328 STARTING AND OPERATING • Transport Mode – No indicator lamps will be illumi- Automatic height changes will occur based on vehicle speed and the current vehicle height. The indicator lamps nated. Transport Mode is disabled by driving the ve- and instrument cluster display messages will operate the hicle.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 329 • Normal Ride Height (NRH) – This is the standard position of the suspension and is meant for normal driving. • Off-Road (OR) (Raises the vehicle approximately 1 in (26 mm)) – This position is intended for off-roading use only where maximum ground clearance is required.
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330 STARTING AND OPERATING • Aero Mode (Lowers the vehicle approximately .6 in (15 down twice from the NRH while the vehicle speed is mm)) – This position provides improved aerodynamics below 33 mph (53 km/h). Once the vehicle speed goes by lowering the vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 be closed. If a door is opened at any time while the vehicle WARNING! is lowering the change will not be completed until the open door(s) is closed. The air suspension system uses a high pressure vol- ume of air to operate the system.
332 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Jack Mode To Know Your Instrument Panel” or “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” if equipped with a touch screen radio for To assist with changing a tire, the air suspension system further information. has a feature which allows the automatic leveling to be disabled.
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 Operation achieve. When raising or lowering, the flashing indicator lamp is the position the system is working to achieve. Pushing the height selector switch up once will move the suspension one position higher from the current position, assuming all conditions are met (i.e.
334 STARTING AND OPERATING • Off-Road 1 (OR1) – Indicator lamps 4, 3, 2, and 1 will be AXLE LOCKER SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED illuminated when the vehicle is in OR1. This vehicle is equipped with an electronically locking rear •...
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 Operating the locker in 2WD, 4WD AUTO, and 4WD CAUTION! LOCK/HIGH the locker can be engaged up to 20 mph • Do not lock the rear axle on hard surfaced roads. The (32 km/h). While driving with the locker engaged, if speed exceeds 25 mph (40 km/h), the locker will automatically ability to steer the vehicle is reduced and damage to disengage, but will automatically reengage at 20 mph...
336 STARTING AND OPERATING surface under the right and left rear wheels. During normal POWER STEERING driving and cornering, the limited-slip unit performs simi- Electric Power Steering larly to a conventional differential. On slippery surfaces, The electric power steering system will give you effective however, the differential delivers more of the driving effort vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in to the rear wheel having the better traction.
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 If the Steering icon is displayed and the “SERVICE POWER STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED STEERING – ASSIST OFF” message is displayed the in- The Stop/Start function is developed to save fuel and strument cluster screen, they indicate the vehicle needs to reduce emissions.
338 STARTING AND OPERATING • The vehicle is on a steep grade. To Activate The Autostop Mode, The Following Must Occur: • Cabin heating or cooling is in process and an acceptable cabin temperature has not been achieved. 1. The system must be in STOP/START READY state. A STOP/START READY message will be displayed in the •...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 339 Conditions That Will Cause The Engine To Start Auto- Conditions That Force An Automatic Shift To Park While matically While In Autostop Mode In Autostop Mode The engine will start automatically when: The engine will not start automatically and the transmis- sion will be placed in PARK if: •...
340 STARTING AND OPERATING To Manually Turn Off The Stop Start System 4. If the STOP/START system is manually turned off, the engine can be started and stopped by cycling the 1. Push the STOP/START Off switch (located near the gear ignition switch or pressing the STOP/START switch selector).
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: • In order to ensure proper operation, the Speed Control When engaged, the Speed Control takes over accelerator System has been designed to shut down if multiple operations at speeds greater than 20 mph (32 km/h). Speed Control functions are operated at the same time.
342 STARTING AND OPERATING Display” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” for WARNING! more information. The speed increment shown is depen- dent on the chosen speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric Leaving the Speed Control system on when not in use (km/h): is dangerous.
STARTING AND OPERATING 343 The driver’s preferred units can be selected through the To Accelerate For Passing instrument panel settings. Refer to ”Instrument Cluster Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the Display” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” for pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.
344 STARTING AND OPERATING On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it The Cruise Control system has two control modes: may be preferable to drive without Speed Control. • Adaptive Cruise Control mode for maintaining an ap- propriate distance between vehicles.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 345 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) You should switch off the ACC system: operation of the vehicle under all road conditions. • When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, sleet, Your complete attention is always required while driving to maintain safe control of your vehicle.
346 STARTING AND OPERATING Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation NOTE: Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifications to the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive The speed control buttons (located on the right side of the Cruise Control and Forward Collision Warning System. steering wheel) operates the ACC system.
STARTING AND OPERATING 347 • When the brakes are overheated. system will turn off and the instrument cluster display will show “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Off.” • When the driver door is open at low speed. • When the driver seat belt is unbuckled at low speed. •...
348 STARTING AND OPERATING To Set A Desired ACC Speed To Cancel When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the SET The following conditions cancel the system: (+) button or the SET (-) button and release. The instrument • The brake pedal is applied. cluster display will show the set speed.
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 To Turn Off NOTE: • If your vehicle stays at standstill for longer than two The system will turn off and clear the set speed in memory seconds, then the driver will either have to push the RES (resume) button, or apply the accelerator pedal to reen- •...
350 STARTING AND OPERATING To Vary The Speed Setting To Decrease Speed To Increase Speed While ACC is set, the set speed can be decreased by pushing the SET (-) button. While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by pushing the SET (+) button.
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 NOTE: Setting The Following Distance In ACC • When you override and push the SET (+) button or SET The specified following distance for ACC can be set by (-) buttons, the new set speed will be the current speed varying the distance setting between four bars (longest), of the vehicle.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 353 lane, the instrument cluster displays the “Sensed Vehicle Indicator” icon, and the system adjusts vehicle speed automatically to maintain the distance setting, regardless of the set speed. The vehicle will then maintain the set distance until: •...
354 STARTING AND OPERATING A Proximity Warning will alert the driver if ACC predicts Overtake Aid that its maximum braking level is not sufficient to maintain When driving with ACC engaged and following a vehicle, the set distance. If this occurs, a visual alert “BRAKE” will the system will provide an additional acceleration up to the flash in the instrument cluster display and a chime will ACC set speed to assist in passing the vehicle.
STARTING AND OPERATING 355 While ACC is holding your vehicle at a standstill, if the Adaptive Cruise Control Ready driver seatbelt is unbuckled or the driver door is opened, When ACC is activated, but the vehicle speed setting has the parking brake will be activated, and the ACC system not been selected, the display will read “Adaptive Cruise will be cancelled.
356 STARTING AND OPERATING Display Warnings And Maintenance NOTE: If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor” warning is active Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise “Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Control is still available. For additional information refer to Warning “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode”...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 357 When the condition that deactivated the system is no instrument cluster display will show “ACC/FCW Limited longer present, the system will return to the “Adaptive Functionality Clean Front Windshield” and the system will Cruise Control Off” state and will resume function by have degraded performance.
358 STARTING AND OPERATING • Height modifications can limit module performance and Service ACC/FCW Warning functionality. If the system turns off, and the instrument cluster displays • Do not put stickers or easy passes over the camera/ “ACC/FCW Unavailable Service Required” or “Cruise/ FCW Unavailable Service Required”, there may be an radar field of view.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 359 Offset Driving Turns And Bends ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane that is offset When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the system from your direct line of travel, or a vehicle merging in from may decrease the vehicle speed and acceleration for stabil- a side lane.
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360 STARTING AND OPERATING Using ACC On Hills ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes and it may not detect the vehicle until it’s too late for the ACC When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in system to take action.
STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Narrow Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they have moved fully into the lane. There may not be sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead. Stationary Object And Stationary Vehicle Example General Information The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio...
362 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved WARNING! (Continued) by the party responsible for compliance could void the sound even if you are too close to the vehicle ahead user’s authority to operate the equipment. since neither the presence of the vehicle ahead nor the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode vehicle-to-vehicle distance is detected.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 363 The driver’s preferred units can be selected through the To Decrease Speed instrument panel settings. Refer to ”Instrument Cluster When the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control is set, you Display” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” for can decrease speed by pushing the SET (-) button.
364 STARTING AND OPERATING • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will To Turn Off continue to decrease in 10 km/h decrements until the The system will turn off and erase the set speed in memory button is released. The decrease in set speed is reflected in the instrument cluster display.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 365 • ParkSense will retain its last known configuration state NOTE: for the automatic braking function through ignition • The driver can override the automatic braking function cycles. by pressing the gas pedal, turning ParkSense off via •...
366 STARTING AND OPERATING ParkSense will retain the last system state (enabled or ParkSense Warning Display disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is The ParkSense Warning screen is located within the instru- changed to the ON/RUN position. ment cluster display.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 367 The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The follow- ing chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79 79-45 inches...
368 STARTING AND OPERATING Front Park Assist Audible Alerts seconds. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” for further information. ParkSense will turn off the Front Park Assist audible alert (chime) after approximately three seconds when an ob- When the gear selector is moved to REVERSE and the stacle has been detected, the vehicle is stationary, and brake Front or Rear system is disabled, the instrument cluster...
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 SENSORS , PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE FRONT Cleaning The ParkSense System SENSORS , or the PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE Clean the ParkSense sensors with water, car wash soap and REQUIRED message for five seconds. When the gear a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths. Do not scratch selector is moved to REVERSE and the system has detected or poke the sensors.
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370 STARTING AND OPERATING with OFF in the corresponding side. This vehicle position. A lowered tailgate could provide a false indi- graphic will be displayed for as long as the vehicle is in cation that an obstacle is behind the vehicle. REVERSE.
STARTING AND OPERATING 371 control of the accelerator, gear selector and brakes. De- CAUTION! pending on the driver’s parking maneuver selection, the • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable to ParkSense Active Park Assist system is capable of maneu- vering a vehicle into a parallel or a perpendicular parking recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles.
372 STARTING AND OPERATING • New vehicles from the dealership must have at least 30 miles (48 km) accumulated before the ParkSense Active Park Assist system is fully calibrated and performs accurately. This is due to the system’s dynamic vehicle calibration to improve the performance of the feature.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 373 The ParkSense Active Park Assist system will turn off The ParkSense Active Park Assist system will only operate automatically for any of the following conditions: and search for a parking space when the following condi- tions are present: •...
374 STARTING AND OPERATING • When seeking for a parking space, the driver should Parallel Parking Space Assistance Operation/ Display drive as parallel or perpendicular (depending on the type of maneuver) to other vehicles as possible. When the ParkSense Active Park Assist system is enabled •...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 375 When an available parking space has been found, and the Once the vehicle is in position, you will be instructed to vehicle is not in position, you will be instructed to move stop the vehicle’s movement and remove your hands from forward to position the vehicle for a parallel parking the steering wheel.
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376 STARTING AND OPERATING Once the vehicle is at a standstill with your hands removed When the driver places the gear selector into the REVERSE from the steering wheel, you will be instructed to place the position, the system may instruct the driver to wait for gear selector into the REVERSE position.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 377 • When the system instructs the driver to remove their The system will then instruct the driver to check their surroundings and move backward. hands from the steering wheel, the driver should check their surroundings and begin to back up slowly. •...
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378 STARTING AND OPERATING When the vehicle has reached the end of its backward Once the vehicle is in a standstill condition, the driver will movement, the system will instruct the driver to check be instructed to place the gear selector into the DRIVE their surroundings and stop the vehicle’s movement.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 379 When the driver places the gear selector into the DRIVE The system will then instruct the driver to check their position, the system may instruct the driver to wait for surroundings and move forward. steering to complete. Check Surroundings —...
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380 STARTING AND OPERATING When the vehicle has reached the end of its forward Once the vehicle is in a standstill condition, the driver will movement, the system will instruct the driver to check be instructed to place the gear selector into the REVERSE their surroundings and stop the vehicle’s movement.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 381 When the driver places the gear selector into the REVERSE The system will then instruct the driver to check their position, the system may instruct the driver to wait for surroundings and move backward. steering to complete. Check Surroundings —...
382 STARTING AND OPERATING Your vehicle is now in the parallel park position. When the wheel switch to change your parking space setting to a maneuver is complete, the driver will be instructed to perpendicular maneuver. You may switch back to parallel check the vehicle’s parking position.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 383 NOTE: When an available parking space has been found, and the vehicle is not in position, you will be instructed to move • When searching for a parking space, use the turn signal forward to position the vehicle for a perpendicular parking indicator to select which side of the vehicle you want to sequence.
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384 STARTING AND OPERATING Once the vehicle is in position, you will be instructed to stop the vehicle’s movement and remove your hands from the steering wheel. Parking Space Found — Remove Hands — Shift To Reverse When the driver places the gear selector into the REVERSE position, the system may instruct the driver to wait for Parking Space Found —...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 385 Check Surroundings — Wait For Steering To Complete Check Surroundings — Move Backwards The system will then instruct the driver to check their NOTE: surroundings and move backward. • It is the driver’s responsibility to use the brake and accelerator during the semi-automatic parking maneu- ver.
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386 STARTING AND OPERATING • The ParkSense Active Park Assist system will allow a maximum of eight shifts between DRIVE or REVERSE. If the maneuver cannot be completed within eight shifts, the system will cancel and the instrument cluster display will instruct the driver to complete the maneuver manu- ally.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 387 Once the vehicle is in a standstill condition, the driver will When the driver places the gear selector into the DRIVE be instructed to place the gear selector into the DRIVE position, the system may instruct the driver to wait for position.
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388 STARTING AND OPERATING The system will then instruct the driver to check their surroundings and move forward. Check Surroundings — STOP NOTE: It is the driver’s responsibility to use the brake and stop the vehicle. The driver should check their surround- Check Surroundings —...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 389 Once the vehicle is in a standstill condition, the driver will When the driver places the gear selector into the REVERSE be instructed to place the gear selector into the REVERSE position, the system may instruct the driver to wait for position.
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390 STARTING AND OPERATING The system will then instruct the driver to check their surroundings and move backward. Active Park Sense Complete — Check Parking Position WARNING! Check Surroundings — Move Backwards Drivers must be careful when performing parallel or Your vehicle is now in the perpendicular park position.
STARTING AND OPERATING 391 opposite side of the applied turn signal (if the left turn CAUTION! signal is applied and the vehicle departs to the right), the • The ParkSense Active Park Assist system is only a LaneSense system provides a haptic warning in the form of torque applied to the steering wheel to prompt the driver parking aid and it is unable to recognize every to remain within the lane boundaries.
392 STARTING AND OPERATING Turning LaneSense On Or Off To turn the LaneSense system off, push the LaneSense button again (LED turns on). The LaneSense button is located on the switch NOTE: The LaneSense system will retain the last system panel below the Uconnect display.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 393 visual warning in the instrument cluster display will show the left lane line flashing yellow (on/off). The LaneSense telltale changes from solid white to flashing yellow. System ON (Gray Lines) With White Telltale Left Lane Departure — Only Left Lane Detected •...
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394 STARTING AND OPERATING Left Lane Departure — Both Lane Lines Detected this time torque is applied to the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the lane boundary. • When the LaneSense system is ON and both the lane •...
STARTING AND OPERATING 395 • For example: If approaching the left side of the lane the NOTE: steering wheel will turn to the right. • When enabled the system operates above 37 mph (60 km/h) and below 112 mph (180 km/h). •...
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396 STARTING AND OPERATING Manual Activation Of The Rear View Camera: NOTE: • If the vehicle speed remains below 8 mph (13 km/h), the 1. Press the Controls button located on the bottom of the Rear View Camera image will be displayed continuously Uconnect display.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 397 A dashed center line overlay indicates the center of the CAUTION! vehicle to assist with parking or aligning to a hitch/ • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only be receiver. The following table shows the approximate dis- tances for each zone: used as a parking aid.
398 STARTING AND OPERATING screen, the image will zoom in to four times the standard SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM — IF view. Pressing the icon a second time will return the view EQUIPPED to the standard Backup Camera display. Your vehicle may be equipped with the Surround View Camera System that allows you to see an on-screen image When Zoom View is selected while the vehicle is in of the surroundings and top view of your vehicle when-...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 399 When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera of the vehicle, including the side view mirrors and its delay turned on), the camera image will continue to be projected backup path based on the steering wheel posi- displayed for up to 10 seconds after shifting out of RE- tion.
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400 STARTING AND OPERATING • Top view will show which doors are open. Top View • Open front doors will remove outside image. The Top view will show in the Uconnect System with Rear View and Front View in a split view display. There is Rear View integrated ParkSense arcs in the image at the front and rear This is the Default view of the system in...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 401 Front View NOTE: If the Backup Camera view was selected through the Surround View Screen, exiting out of the Rear View The Front view will show you what is Camera screen will return to the Surround View Screen. If immediately in front of the vehicle and the Backup Camera was manually activated through the is always paired with the Top view of...
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402 STARTING AND OPERATING If the vehicle is in PARK, Zoom View is available until the The system is deactivated in the following conditions if it gear selector is placed in DRIVE or REVERSE and speeds was activated manually from the Uconnect controls menu are at or above 8 mph (13 km/h).
STARTING AND OPERATING 403 REFUELING THE VEHICLE WARNING! The fuel filler is located behind the fuel filler door, on the Drivers must be careful when backing up even when left side of the vehicle. using the Surround View Camera. Always check care- There is no fuel filler cap.
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404 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Put the vehicle in park and switch the ignition off. 2. Push the center-rear edge of the fuel filler door (3 o’clock position) and release to open. Fuel Filler 4. When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full.
STARTING AND OPERATING 405 NOTE: In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel 2. Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel filler door from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on the nozzle. fuel filler door around the perimeter to break the ice build 3.
406 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Curb Weight The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the cargo of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full area so that the GAWR of each axle is not exceeded.
STARTING AND OPERATING 407 Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect Common Towing Definitions on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way The following trailer towing related definitions will assist the brakes operate. you in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) CAUTION! The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
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408 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! If the gross trailer weight is 5,000 lbs (2,267 kg) or more, It is important that you do not exceed the maximum it is recommended to use a weight-distributing hitch to front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition ensure stable handling of your vehicle.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 409 If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC) heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, it provides attempt to eliminate the trailer sway.
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410 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • An improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch system may reduce handling, stability and braking performance and could result in a collision. • Weight distributing systems may not be compatible with surge brake couplers. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for additional information.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 411 3. Under the instrument cluster or touch screen radio settings, enable tire jack mode. Tire jack mode will be canceled and procedure must be restarted if the vehicle is driven at speeds above 5mph (8 kmh). 4.
412 STARTING AND OPERATING 7. Install and adjust the tension in the weight distributing Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight bars per the manufacturers’ recommendations so that The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight the height of the front fender is approximately (H2-H1)/ a given factory equipped trailer hitch type can tow and 3+H1 (about 1/3 the difference between H2 and H1 should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer...
STARTING AND OPERATING 413 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Trailer And Tongue Weight Ratings) NOTE: For trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: • ramtrucks.com/en/towing_guide/ • ramtruck.ca (Canada) • rambodybuilder.com Weight Distribution Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: •...
414 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the Maintenance” for the proper maintenance intervals. When trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings. factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 415 • Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe WARNING! (Continued) and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a “Tires” in “Servicing And Maintenance” for proper tire grade.
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416 STARTING AND OPERATING • Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over Integrated Trailer Brake Module — If Equipped 1,000 lbs (453 kg) and required for trailers in excess of Your vehicle may have an Integrated Trailer Brake Module 2,000 lbs (907 kg). (ITBM) for Electric and Electric Over Hydraulic (EOH) trailer brakes.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 417 The trailer and the vehicle’s stop lamps will come on when braking normally with the vehicle brake pedal. Only the trailer stop lamps will come on when the manual brake control lever is applied. Trailer Brake Status Indicator Light This light indicates the trailer electrical connection status.
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418 STARTING AND OPERATING GAIN 4. Push the UP or DOWN button on the steering wheel until “TRAILER TOW” appears on the screen. The GAIN setting is used to set the trailer brake control for the specific towing condition and should be changed as 5.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 419 Light Electric Heavy Electric Light EOH Heavy EOH Type of Trailer Brakes Electric Trailer Brakes Electric Trailer Brakes Electric over Hydrau- Electric over Hydrau- lic Trailer Brakes lic Trailer Brakes Load *Under 10,000 lbs *Above 10,000 lbs *Under 10,000 lbs *Above 10,000 lbs * The suggested selection depends and may change de-...
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420 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven-pin wiring harness.
STARTING AND OPERATING 421 Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing. However, if frequent shift- ing does occur while in DRIVE, select TOW/HAUL mode or select a lower gear range (using the Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control).
422 STARTING AND OPERATING Speed Control — If Equipped Air Suspension System • Do not use on hilly terrain or with heavy loads. To aid in attaching/detaching the trailer from the vehicle, the air suspension system can be used. Refer to “Air •...
STARTING AND OPERATING 423 WARNING! CAUTION! Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could adversely Using this vehicle for snowplow applications can affect performance of the airbag system in a collision. cause damage to the vehicle. Do not expect that the airbag will perform as described earlier in this manual.
424 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: 1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer’s instructions. • When towing your vehicle, always follow applicable state and provincial laws. Contact state and provincial 2. Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly. Highway Safety offices for additional details.
STARTING AND OPERATING 425 Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! (Continued) NOTE: The transfer case must be shifted into NEUTRAL in NEUTRAL, perform the procedure outlined under (N) for recreational towing. The transmission must be “Shifting Into NEUTRAL”. Internal transmission shifted into PARK for recreational towing.
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426 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N) 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop on level ground, with the engine running. Apply the parking brake. Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing. 2. Press and hold the brake pedal. 3.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 427 8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 with the transmission in DRIVE. NOTE: • Steps 2 and 3 are requirements that must be met before 9. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL. Apply the parking pushing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must continue brake.
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428 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) 12. Shift the transmission into DRIVE, release the brake pedal, and check that the vehicle operates normally. Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage: NOTE: • Steps 3 and 4 are requirements that must be met before 1.
STARTING AND OPERATING 429 DRIVING TIPS Flowing/Rising Water Driving On Slippery Surfaces WARNING! Acceleration Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slippery flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off). Flowing surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull erratically to water can wear away the road or path’s surface and the right or left.
430 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always in- braking capabilities, which increases stopping dis- spect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmis- tances. Therefore, after driving through standing sion, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid water, drive slowly and lightly press on the brake that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving...
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STARTING AND OPERATING 431 • Check for accumulations of plants or brush. These things If you must back down a hill, back straight down using REVERSE gear. Never back down in NEUTRAL or diago- could be a fire hazard. They might hide damage to fuel nally across the hill.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CONTENTS ▫ Reinstalling The Jack And Tools... . .472 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ... .434 JUMP STARTING ......473 ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM —...
434 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS The Hazard Warning switch is located on the upper switch bank just below the radio. Hazard Warning Switch Location With 12–Inch Display Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. When the switch is activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an Hazard Warning Switch Location...
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 435 This is an emergency warning system and it should not be ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for other motorists.
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436 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ASSIST Call WARNING! The ASSIST Button is used to automatically connect you to ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the any one of the following support centers: road. ALWAYS drive safely with your hands on the •...
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 437 2. The LED light located between the ASSIST and SOS NOTE: buttons on the overhead console will turn green once a • Your vehicle may be transmitting data as authorized connection to a SOS operator has been made. by the subscriber.
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438 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Modifications to any part of the SOS Call system Emergency Services Agent. All occupants should exit the vehicle immediately and move to a safe location. could cause the air bag system to fail when you need •...
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 439 • LTE (voice/data) or 4G (data) network and/or Global WARNING! Positioning Satellite signals are unavailable or ob- • Ignoring the overhead console light could mean you structed. will not have SOS Call services. If the overhead •...
440 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE: BULB REPLACEMENT • Your vehicle may be transmitting data as authorized by Replacement Bulbs the subscriber. All of the inside bulbs are brass or glass-wedge base. • Never place anything on or near the vehicle’s LTE Aluminum base bulbs are not approved.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 441 Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Bulb Number Front Fog Lamps (Halo- H11LL Low Beam (Halogen Re- H11LL gen Reflector Headlamp) flector Headlamp) Front Fog Lamps (LED LED (Serviced At An Au- High Beam (Halogen Re- 9005LL Headlamps) thorized Dealer) flector Headlamp)
442 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Replacing Exterior Bulbs Base Quad: Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Front Park And Turn — If Equipped Low Beam 1. Open the hood. 2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable. 3. Reach into the front wheel house ahead of the front wheel, remove the fastener, and lift the cover over the access hole in the front of the wheel house splash shield.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 443 6. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise 1/4 turn to unlock the bulb from the lamp. 7. Pull the bulb straight out from the housing. 8. Reverse the procedure for installation of new bulb and covers. High Beam 1.
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444 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CAUTION! (Continued) • Always use the correct bulb size and type for replace- ment. An incorrect bulb size or type may overheat and cause damage to the lamp, the bulb socket, or the lamp wiring. 6.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 445 Side Marker Lamp 1. Open the hood. 2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable. 3. Reach into the front wheel house ahead of the front wheel, remove the fastener, and lift the cover over the access hole in the front of the wheel house splash shield.
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446 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 4. Reach through the access hole of the wheel house splash Fog Lamps — If Equipped shield and disengage the side marker socket by rotating 1. Reach under and behind the front bumper to access the counterclockwise ¼...
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 447 Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps 1. Remove the two screws and push pins that pass through the bed sheet metal. Tail Lamp Removed 1 — Tail Lamp Housing 2 — Bulb Socket Locations Tail Lamp Locations 3.
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448 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 2. Separate the connector holding the housing and wiring CAUTION! harness to the body. Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result. 6.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 449 FUSES WARNING! • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appro- priate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another fuse of higher amp rating. Never replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other material.
450 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Power Distribution Center on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine following chart. compartment near the battery.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 451 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension – 15 Amp Blue AGS / Rear Axle Cooling Valve / Active Air – – Spare – 20 Amp Yellow Adjustable Pedals – –...
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452 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red PCM / ECM / Power Pack Unit (PPU) Mo- tor Generator Unit (MGU) Wake Up / EPS / Active Tuned Mass Module (ATMM) / ESP –...
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 453 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Supply / Purging Pump – If Equipped – 15 Amp Blue PCM – If Equipped – 15 Amp Blue Right HID Headlamp – – Spare –...
454 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Internal Power Distribution Center each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped The Power Distribution Center is located under the drivers on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart. side instrument panel.
458 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description F62 A&B – 10 Amp Red ITBM / Mod Occupant Class / Mod IAIR Suspension / Mod HVAC Snsr Incar Temp / Rear Coolant Temp / PTS / Mod IRCM –...
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 459 Removal Of Jack And Tools WARNING! (Continued) To access the jack and jack tools, you must remove the • Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on plastic access cover located on the side of the front passen- a jack.
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460 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Remove the jack and tools by turning the wing bolt Release the tool bag straps from the jack and remove tools counterclockwise, remove the wing bolt and then slide the from bag. assembly out from under the seat. Jack And Tool Bag Jack And Tools...
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 461 There are two ways to assemble the tools: NOTE: If the tailgate is lowered, the jack extension with hook can be added to this assembly to enable lowering of Assembled For Spare Tire Lowering/Raising the spare tire without having to raise the tailgate. CAUTION! •...
462 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Assembled For Jack Operation WARNING! (Continued) sharp turns. A loose jack, tools, bracket or other objects in the vehicle may move around with force, resulting in serious injury. Removing The Spare Tire 1. Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the truck.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 463 3. Insert the extension tube through the access hole be- 4. Rotate the lug wrench handle counterclockwise until the tween the lower tailgate and the top of the bumper and spare tire is on the ground with enough cable slack to into the winch mechanism tube.
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464 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 5. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle to gain 6. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to tilt access to the spare tire retainer. the retainer at the end of the cable. Pulling The Spare Tire Out Gaining Access To The Retainer...
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 465 7. Pull the retainer through the center of the wheel. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
466 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Jacking Instructions WARNING! (Continued) • To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are securely WARNING! stowed, spares must be stowed with the valve stem Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help facing the ground. prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: •...
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 467 1. Remove the spare wheel, jack, and tools from storage. When changing a front wheel, place the scissor jack under the rear portion of the lower control arm as shown. Access 2. Using the lug wrench, loosen, but do not remove, the the front jacking location from behind the front tire.
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468 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY When changing a rear wheel, assemble the extension with jack hook to the jack and connect the extension tubes. Access the rear jacking location from behind the rear tire. Place the jack under the Jack Lift Feature located on the rear axle lower control arm bracket.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 469 WARNING! WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt hard stop, could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. someone near it.
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470 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 1. Turn the wheel so that the valve stem is facing upward 2. Lift the spare tire with one hand to give clearance to tilt and toward the rear of the vehicle for convenience in the retainer at the end of the cable and position it checking the spare tire inflation.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 471 3. Attach the lug wrench to the extension tubes with the curved angle facing away from the vehicle. Insert the extension tubes through the access hole between the lower tailgate and the top of the bumper and into the winch mechanism tube.
472 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Reinstalling The Jack And Tools 1. Tighten the jack all the way down by turning the jack turn-screw counterclockwise until the jack is snug. 2. Position the jack and tool bag. Make sure the lug wrench is under the jack near the jack turn-screw.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 473 5. Turn the wing bolt clockwise to secure to the floor pan. JUMP STARTING Reinstall the plastic cover. If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle, or by using a portable battery booster pack.
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474 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE: The positive battery post may be covered with a WARNING! (Continued) protective cap if equipped. Lift up on the cap to gain access switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan to the positive battery post. Do not jump off fuses. Only blades.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 475 Jump Starting Procedure 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery WARNING! and the fuel injection system. Failure to follow this jump starting procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to WARNING!
476 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in CAUTION! the reverse sequence: Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets Disconnecting The Jumper Cables draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not 1.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 477 • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum MANUAL PARK RELEASE heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement WARNING! to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the...
478 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 6. The vehicle is now out of PARK and can be towed. Release the parking brake only when the vehicle is securely connected to a tow vehicle. To Reset The Manual Park Release: 1. Push the locking tab to the right, to unlock the lever. 2.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 479 NOTE: Shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be CAUTION! achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or less. • Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead Whenever the transmission remains in NEUTRAL for more than two seconds, you must press the brake pedal to to transmission overheating and failure.
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480 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY If the transmission and drivetrain are operable, disabled Refer to Active-Level Four Corner Air Suspension System vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recre- — If Equipped in Starting And Operating for more ational Towing” in the “Starting And Operating” section. information.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 481 Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent Two-Wheel Drive Models damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
482 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CAUTION! CAUTION! • Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used (if the Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission damage. Damage remaining wheels are on the ground). Internal dam- from improper towing is not covered under the New age to the transmission or transfer case will occur if Vehicle Limited Warranty.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 483 EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) WARNING! This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder • Do not use a chain for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record data that may break, causing serious injury or death.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE CONTENTS ▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ....501 SCHEDULED SERVICING ....487 ▫...
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486 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ▫ Tires — General Information ....530 STORING THE VEHICLE ....545 ▫...
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 487 SCHEDULED SERVICING NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350 Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350 indicator system.
488 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Plan At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Required Maintenance • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as Refer to the Maintenance Plan on the following pages for required. required maintenance.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 489 Mileage or time passed (which- ever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Inspect the front and rear axle sur- faces. If gear oil leakage is sus- pected, check the fluid level. If us- ing your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing, change axle fluid.
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490 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage or time passed (which- ever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Flush and replace the engine cool- ant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Inspect the transfer case fluid, change for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 491 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.
492 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.6L Engine With Stop/Start 1 — Motor Generator Unit Coolant Reservoir Pressure Cap 7 — Battery 2 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir Pressure Cap 9 —...
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 495 Checking Oil Level To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating engine oil must be maintained at the correct level.
496 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) negative post. Battery posts are marked positive (+) • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can and negative (-) and are identified on the battery burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to case.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 497 American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil WARNING! Identification Symbol You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you This symbol means that the oil has have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you been certified by the American Pe- have any doubt about your ability to perform a service troleum Institute (API).
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498 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended Synthetic Engine Oils engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- engine oil filler cap location, refer to the “Engine Compart- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- ment”...
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 499 Engine Oil Filter WARNING! (Continued) The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary every engine oil change. for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the ve- Engine Oil Filter Selection hicle with the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses,...
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500 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Removal 1. With suitable tool fully loosen (six) fasteners on air cleaner filter. Open Air Cleaner Filter Assembly 1 — Air Cleaner Cover 2 — Air Cleaner Filter Air Cleaner Filter 3. Remove the air cleaner filter element from the housing 1 —...
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 501 3. Tighten the fasteners (six) on the air cleaner filter assembly Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test.
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502 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION! WARNING! Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning Do not remove the cabin air filter while the vehicle is system as the chemicals can damage your air condition- running, or while the ignition is in the ACC or ON/ ing components.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 503 3. There are glove compartment travel stops on both sides of the glove compartment door, push inward on both sides of the glove compartment to release the glove compartment travel stops. Right Side Of Glove Compartment 1 —...
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504 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 4. Disengage the glove compartment door from its hinges by opening the glove compartment past the travel stop and pulling it toward you. 5. Remove the filter cover by pushing in on the finger tabs on each end of the filter cover. Filter Cover Removal 1 —...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 505 8. Reinstall the glove compartment on the hinges. 9. Pull the tension tether outward and reinstall the glove compartment past the travel stops by pushing in on the glove compartment sides. Cabin Air Filter 7. Install the cabin air filter with the arrow on the filter pointing toward the floor.
506 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 10. Reattach the glove compartment tension tether by normal. Any belt with cracks running along a rib must be inserting the tether clip in the glove compartment and replaced. Also have the belt replaced if it has excessive sliding the clip away from the face of the glove wear, frayed cords or severe glazing.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 507 • “Groove jumping (belt does not maintain correct posi- clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating excess oil tion on pulley) and grease should be removed. Particular attention should also be given to hood latching components to ensure •...
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508 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending 1. Lift the wiper arm to raise the wiper blade off of the on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor perfor- glass, until the wiper arm is in the full up position. mance of blades may be present with chattering, marks, water lines or wet spots.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 509 2. Position the wiper blade near the hook on the tip of the wiper arm. 3. Insert the hook on the tip of the arm through the opening in the wiper blade. 4. Slide the wiper blade up into the hook on the wiper arm, latch engagement will be accompanied by an audible click then close the cover.
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510 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv- • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor- monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. mance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 511 To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage: WARNING! (Continued) • Do not interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in • When working near the radiator cooling fan, discon- gear and the vehicle is in motion. nect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition to the •...
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512 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant in an emergency, the cooling system will need to be properly.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 513 • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized Adding Coolant water when mixing the water/engine coolant (anti- Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine freeze) solution. The use of lower quality water will coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS.90032) that allows reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine extended maintenance intervals.
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514 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cooling System Pressure Cap Disposal Of Used Coolant The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine Used ethylene glycol-based coolant (antifreeze) is a regu- coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant lated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your expansion bottle/recovery tank if so equipped.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 515 Checking Coolant Level — 5.7L Engines With the engine OFF and cold, the level of the engine coolant should be between the ADD and SAFE range on the dipstick. To check the coolant level: 1. Open the coolant reservoir. Coolant Reservoir Dipstick 3.
516 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Points To Remember MS.90032) and distilled water for proper corrosion pro- tection of your engine which contains aluminum com- NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ ponents. kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming •...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 517 Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifica- WARNING! tions” for further information. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possi- WARNING! bly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake •...
518 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also damage Using a transmission fluid other than the manufactur- painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be taken to er’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in avoid its contact with these surfaces.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 519 Fluid Level Check Routine fluid and filter changes are not required. However, change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes contami- The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require nated (with water, etc.), or if the transmission is disas- adjustment under normal operating conditions.
520 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Limited-Slip Differentials Fluid Level Check This fluid level can be checked by removing the filler plug. Rear axles equipped with a Limited Slip Differential re- The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the filler quire that 5 oz.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 521 TIRES Tire Markings Tire Safety Information Tire safety information will cover aspects of the following information: Tire Markings, Tire Identification Numbers, Tire Terminology and Definitions, Tire Pressures, and Tire Loading. Tire Markings 1 — U.S. DOT Safety 4 —...
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522 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preceding the • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. size designation. Example: LT235/85R16. design standards.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 523 Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards, or ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or LT = Light truck tire based on U.S.
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524 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 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 cer- tain operating conditions –...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 525 Tire Identification Number (TIN) the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on the The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire; outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard side of however, the date code may only be on one side.
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526 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located be- hind the front door. Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 527 Example Tire Placard Location (Door) Example Tire Placard Location (B-Pillar)
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528 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire And Loading Information Placard Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard in “Vehicle Loading”...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 529 Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit— this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. (1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or Metric Example For Load Limit XXX lbs.”...
530 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tires — General Information WARNING! Tire Pressure Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Four primary areas increase your stopping distance.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 531 • Economy Both under-inflation and over-inflation affect the stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish • Tread Wear response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Ride Comfort NOTE: Safety • Unequal tire pressures from side to side may cause erratic and unpredictable steering response.
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532 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Inflation Pressures cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall. The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side door. Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with tem- At least once a month:...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 533 may be required for high-speed vehicle operation. Refer to Tire Repair an authorized tire dealer or original equipment vehicle If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it meets dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading the following criteria: and cold tire inflation pressures.
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534 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Run Flat mode. A Run Flat mode occurs when the tire Tire Spinning inflation pressure is of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once a When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Run Flat tire reaches the run flat mode it has limited spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for driving capabilities and needs to be replaced immediately.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 535 Tread Wear Indicators becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to replaced. help you in determining when your tires should be re- placed.
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536 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Label for the size designation of your tire. The Load Index WARNING! and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original equipment tire sidewall. Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 537 Tire Types WARNING! (Continued) All Season Tires — If Equipped may change suspension dimensions and perfor- mance characteristics, resulting in changes to steer- All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (Spring, ing, handling, and braking of your vehicle. This can Summer, Fall, and Winter).
538 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and WARNING! traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states prohibit stud- Do not use Summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You ded tires;...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 539 tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle of your Do not install more than one compact spare tire and wheel vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire rotation for on the vehicle at any given time. your vehicle.
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540 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is properly original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original installed to the vehicle. Inflate the collapsible tire using the equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first electric air pump before lowering the vehicle.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 541 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! side door. Replace (or repair) the original equipment Avoid products or automatic car washes that use acidic tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it on your solutions or strong alkaline additives or harsh brushes. vehicle.
542 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) Only car wash soap, Mopar Wheel Cleaner or equiva- polishing compounds. They will permanently damage lent is recommended. this finish and such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. HAND WASH ONLY US- NOTE: If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for an ING MILD SOAP AND WATER WITH A SOFT extended period after cleaning the wheels with wheel...
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 543 WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow) tions on the method of installation, operating speed, between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable and conditions for use. Always use the suggested handling.
544 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern does safety requirements in addition to these grades. not apply to some directional tires that must not be Treadwear reversed.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 545 WARNING! WARNING! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on The temperature grade for this tire is established for straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- peak traction characteristics.
546 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. BODYWORK • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. Protection From Atmospheric Agents Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- Body And Underbody Maintenance graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads Cleaning Headlights passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog...
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 547 Preserving The Bodywork Bumper Care The customer is responsible to clean and maintain the Washing chrome components of the vehicle. Washing away road • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your vehicle debris and salt using an automotive soap. Bumpers should in the shade using Mopar Car Wash, or a mild car wash be cleaned regularly using mild (neutral Ph) soap and soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water.
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548 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, CAUTION! (Continued) de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well Many aftermarket cleaners and automatic car washes packaged and sealed. may damage the bumper’s protective finish. Such •...
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 549 To Help Maintain The Appearance Of Your Spray-On Repairing The Spray-On Bedliner Bedliner, Follow The Steps Below: While extremely tough, it is possible to damage a Spray-On 1. Rinse your truck bed out with water to remove any Bedliner.
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550 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or Equipped lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft cloth. Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following manner: Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the •...
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 551 Plastic And Coated Parts Leather Parts Use Mopar Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. Mopar Total Clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery. CAUTION! Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can •...
552 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION! Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Ketone based cleaning products to clean leather seats, as damage to the seat may result. Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with Mopar Glass Cleaner, or any commercial household-type glass cleaner.
554 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS IDENTIFICATION DATA BRAKE SYSTEM If power assist is lost for any reason (for example, repeated Vehicle Identification Number brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the function.
556 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS After 25 miles (40 km), check the lug nut/bolt torque to be FUEL REQUIREMENTS sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated against 3.6L Engine the wheel. Do not use E-85 flex fuel or ethanol blends greater than 15% in this engine.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 557 Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experience these starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experience these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before consider- symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before consider- ing service for the vehicle.
558 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Materials Added To Fuel CAUTION! Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper octane DO NOT use E-85, gasoline containing methanol, or rating, gasolines that contain detergents, corrosion and gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol (E-15). Use stability additives are recommended. Using gasolines that of these blends may result in starting and drivability have these additives will help improve fuel economy, problems, damage critical fuel system components,...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 559 If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 fuel, The manufacturer recommends that gasoline without the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump; •...
560 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being sold garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Most of engine running for an extended period. If the vehicle these products contain high concentrations of metha- is stopped in an open area with the engine running nol.
562 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Tech- nology). Motor Generator Unit (If Equipped) We recommend you use Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Tech- nology).
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 563 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) and refilled with fresh OAT coolant (conforming to • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than MS.90032), by an authorized dealer as soon as pos- specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- sible. gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine dam- •...
564 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Use only Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Transfer Case – 48-11 Active On-Demand 2–speed Transfer We recommend you use MOPAR Transfer Case Lubricant Case (With 4WD AUTO) for Borg Warner 44-44 and 44-45.
MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT SYSTEMS For detailed information about your Uconnect system, refer to your Uconnect Owner’s Manual Supplement. NOTE: Uconnect screen images are for illustration pur- poses only and may not reflect exact software for your vehicle. DRAG & DROP MENU BAR The Uconnect features and services in the main menu bar are easily changed for your convenience.
568 MULTIMEDIA 1. Press the “Apps ” button to open the App screen. 2. Press and hold, then drag the selected App to replace an existing shortcut in the main menu bar. The new shortcut will now be an active App/shortcut on the main menu bar.
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MULTIMEDIA The risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to your NOTE: vehicle systems may still exist, even if the most recent • FCA US LLC or your dealer may contact you directly version of vehicle software (such as Uconnect software) is regarding software updates.
570 MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT SETTINGS Uconnect 3 Settings The Uconnect system uses a combination of buttons on the touchscreen and buttons on the faceplate located on the center of the instrument panel that allows you to access and change the customer programmable features. Many features can vary by vehicle.
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MULTIMEDIA Doors & Locks, Auto-On Comfort (if equipped), Engine Off previous menu. Pressing the Up or Down Arrow buttons Options, Suspension, Trailer Brake, Audio, Compass Set- on the touchscreen on the right side of the screen will allow tings, Phone/Bluetooth, SiriusXM Setup (if equipped), you to toggle up or down through the list of available Restore Settings, Clear Personal Data and System Informa- settings.
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572 MULTIMEDIA Units — If Equipped After pressing “Units” on the touchscreen, the following will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Units Metric Custom Voice After pressing the “Voice” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Voice Response Length Brief...
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MULTIMEDIA Clock & Date After pressing the “Clock & Date” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Set Time 12 hour 24 hour NOTE: Within the “Set Time” feature, press the corresponding arrow above and below the current time to adjust, then select “AM”...
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574 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Lane Sense Strength — If High Equipped ParkSense — If Equipped Sound Only Sounds & Display NOTE: The ParkSense system scans for objects behind the vehicle when the transmission gear selector is in REVERSE and the vehicle speed is less than 7 mph (11 km/h).
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options NOTE: Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera Active Guidelines that allows you to see ac- tive guidelines over the ParkView Back up camera display whenever the gear selector is put into REVERSE. The im- age will be displayed on the radio touchscreen display along with a caution note to “check entire surroundings”...
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576 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Trailer Length For Blind Auto Max (39.5 feet) Spot Alert Hill Start Assist — If Equipped NOTE: When the “Hill Start Assist” feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA) system becomes active. Brakes — If Equipped After pressing the “Brakes”...
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MULTIMEDIA Lights After pressing the “Lights” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Headlight Off Delay 0 sec 30 sec 60 sec 90 sec Headlight Illumination On Ap- 0 sec 30 sec proach 60 sec 90 sec NOTE:...
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578 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Steering Directed Lights NOTE: When the “Steering Directed Lights” feature is selected, the headlights turn with the direction of the steering wheel. Doors & Locks After pressing the “Doors & Locks” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options...
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options NOTE: The “Remote Door Unlock” feature allows you to program your remote door locks to open “All doors” or only the “Driver door” with the first push of the key fob or grabbing the Passive Entry door handle. Sound Horn With Remote Start NOTE:...
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580 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Flash Lights With Lock NOTE: When the “Flash Lights With Lock” feature is selected, the exterior lights flash when the doors are locked or un- locked with the key fob. This feature may be selected with or without the “Sound Horn With Lock” feature selected. Power Side Steps —...
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options NOTE: When the “Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start” feature is selected the driv- er’s heated seat and heated steering wheel will automatically turn on when temperatures are below 40° F (4.4° C). When temperatures are above 80°...
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582 MULTIMEDIA Suspension — If Equipped After pressing the “Suspension” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Sound Horn With Lower Flash Lights With Lower Auto Entry/Exit Suspension NOTE: When the “Auto Entry/Exit Suspension” feature is selected, the vehicle automatically lowers from ride height posi- tion when vehicle shifted to park for easy entry/exit.
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options NOTE: When the “Transport Mode” feature is selected, the air suspension system is disabled to assist with flat bed towing. Wheel Alignment Mode NOTE: The “Wheel Alignment Mode” feature prevents auto leveling of the air suspension while performing a wheel align- ment service.
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584 MULTIMEDIA Audio After pressing the “Audio” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Balance/Fade Front Back Left Right NOTE: The “Balance/Fade” feature allows you to adjust the Balance and Fade settings. Press and drag the speaker icon or use the arrows to adjust, tap the “C”...
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options — If Equipped NOTE: The “AUX Volume Offset” feature provides the ability to tune the audio level for portable devices connected through the AUX input. Loudness — If Equipped NOTE: The “Loudness” feature improves sound quality at lower volumes. Compass Settings —...
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586 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options • Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass module is located, and it can cause interference with the compass sen- sor, and it may give false readings.
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588 MULTIMEDIA Phone/Bluetooth After pressing the “Phone/Bluetooth” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Paired Phones List of Paired Phones NOTE: The “Paired Phones” feature shows which phones are paired to the Phone/Bluetooth system. For further information, refer to the Uconnect Owner’s Manual Supplement.
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options NOTE: New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free limited time subscription to SiriusXM Satellite Radio with your radio. Following the expiration of the free services, it will be necessary to access the information on the Subscription Information screen to re-subscribe.
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590 MULTIMEDIA Clear Personal Data After pressing the “Clear Personal Data Settings” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Clear Personal Data Cancel NOTE: When this feature is selected it will remove all personal data including Bluetooth devices and presets. If “Yes” is se- lected a pop-up will appear asking Are you sure you want to clear all personal data?”...
MULTIMEDIA Uconnect 4/4C/4C NAV Settings to access programmable features that may be equipped such as Display, Voice, Clock, Safety & Driving Assistance, Lights, Doors & Locks, Auto-On Comfort (if equipped), Engine Off Options, Suspension, Trailer Brake, Audio, Phone/Bluetooth, SiriusXM Setup (if equipped), Restore Settings, Clear Personal Data and System Information.
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592 MULTIMEDIA Language After pressing the “Language” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Set Language English Français Español NOTE: When the “Set Language” feature is selected, you may select one of multiple languages (English / Français / Espa- ñol) for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions and the navigation system (if equipped).
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Display Brightness With Headlights – NOTE: To make changes to the Display Brightness with Headlights ON setting, the headlights must be on and the interior dimmer switch must not be in the party or parade positions. –...
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594 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Navigation Next Turn Pop-ups Dis- played In Cluster — If Equipped Phone Pop-ups Displayed in Cluster — If Equipped Units equipped). The following selectable units of measure are listed below: After pressing the “Units” button on the touchscreen, you may select each unit of measure independently displayed in the instrument cluster display, and navigation system (if Setting Name...
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MULTIMEDIA Voice After pressing the “Voice” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Voice Response Length Brief Detailed Show Command List Never w/Help Always Clock After pressing the “Clock & Date” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options...
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596 MULTIMEDIA Camera After pressing the “Camera” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options ParkView Backup Camera Delay NOTE: The “ParkView Backup Camera Delay” setting determines whether or not the screen will display the rear view image with dynamic grid lines for up to ten seconds after the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE.
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MULTIMEDIA Safety & Driving Assistance After pressing the “Safety & Driving Assistance” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Forward Collision Warn- Warning Only Warning & Braking ing — If Equipped NOTE: Apples brakes to slow the vehicle in case of potential forward collision, or applies brakes and a warning. Forward Collision Warn- Near ing Sensitivity —...
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598 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Lane Sense Strength High ParkSense Sound Only Sound & Display NOTE: The Rear Park Assist system scans for objects behind the vehicle when the transmission gear selector is in REVERSE and the vehicle speed is less than 7 mph (11 km/h). Front ParkSense Volume High Rear ParkSense Volume...
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Hill Start Assist — If Equipped Tire Fill Assist — If Equipped Mirrors & Wipers After pressing the “Mirrors & Wipers” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse —...
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600 MULTIMEDIA Brakes After pressing the “Brakes” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Brake Service NOTE: Selecting the “Brake Service” feature will display a pop-up asking whether or you would like to retract the park brakes to all break system service.
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options NOTE: When the “Headlight Illumination On Approach” feature is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the key fob. Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped NOTE: When the “Headlights With Wipers”...
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602 MULTIMEDIA Doors & Locks After pressing the “Doors & Locks” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Auto Door Locks — If Equipped NOTE: When the “Auto Door Locks” feature is selected, all doors lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Sound Horn With Remote Start 1st Press Of Key Fob Un- Driver Door All Doors locks NOTE: • When “1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks: Driver Door” is selected, only the driver’s door unlocks on the first press of the key fob unlock button.
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604 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob — If Equipped NOTE: • The “Personal Settings Linked To Key Fob” feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the vehicle. •...
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Ventilated Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start — If Equipped NOTE: When the “Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering Wheel With Vehicle Start” feature is selected the driv- er’s heated seat and heated steering wheel will automatically turn on when temperatures are below 40° F (4.4° C). When temperatures are above 80°...
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606 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Headlight Off Delay – NOTE: When the “Headlight Off Delay” feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle. Setting Name Selectable Options Auto Entry/Exit —...
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Flash Lights With Lower NOTE: When the “Flash Lights With Lower” feature is selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when the key fob remote lower button is pressed twice. This feature may be selected with or without the Sound Horn on Lower feature selected.
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608 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Wheel Alignment Mode NOTE: Before performing a wheel alignment, the “Wheel Alignment Mode” must be enabled. Refer to an authorized dealer for further information. Four Corner Air Suspen- Tire Jack Mode Transport Mode Wheel Alignment Mode sion Modes —...
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options NOTE: You can select and personalize your trailer name depending on the type of trailer you are hauling. Select the trailer name from the following list: trailer, boat, car, cargo, dump, equipment, flatbed, gooseneck, horse, livestock, motor- cycle, snow mobile, travel, utility, and 5th wheel.
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610 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Surround Sound — If Equipped NOTE: The “Surround Sound” feature provides simulated surround sound mode. AUX Volume Offset — If Equipped NOTE: The “AUX Volume Offset” feature provides the ability to tune the audio level for portable devices connected through the AUX input.
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options NOTE: Press “Do Not Disturb” to access the available settings. The following settings are: Auto Reply (both, text, call), Auto Reply Message (custom, default) and Custom Auto Reply Message (create message). Paired Phones and Audio Devices List Of Paired Phones and Audio Sources NOTE: The “Paired Phones and Audio Devices”...
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612 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options NOTE: SiriusXM can be programmed to designate a group of channels that are the most desirable to listen to or to exclude undesirable channels while scanning. This feature allows you to select the channels you would like to skip. Subscription Info Sirius ID NOTE:...
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options NOTE: When the “Restore Settings” feature is selected it resets clock, audio and other features to their default settings. Clear Personal Data Cancel NOTE: When the “Clear Personal Data” feature is selected it removes all personal data including Bluetooth devices and pre- sets.
614 MULTIMEDIA Uconnect 4C NAV With 12–inch Display Settings may be equipped such as Language, Display, Voice Set- tings, Clock & Date, Camera, Safety & Driving Assistance, Mirrors and Wipers, Brakes, Lights, Doors & Locks, Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start (if equipped), Engine Off Options, Suspension, Trailer Brake, Audio Settings, Bluetooth, SiriusXM Setup (if equipped), and Reset.
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MULTIMEDIA Language After pressing the “Language” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Language English Espanol Français NOTE: When the “Set Language” feature is selected, you may select one of multiple languages (English / Français / Espa- ñol) for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions and the navigation system (if equipped).
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616 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Display Brightness Headlight ON NOTE: To make changes to the Display Brightness with Headlights ON setting, the headlights must be on and the interior dimmer switch must not be in the party or parade positions. Display Brightness Headlight OFF NOTE: To make changes to the Display Brightness with Headlights OFF setting, the headlights must be off and the interior...
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MULTIMEDIA Units — If Equipped After pressing “Units” on the touchscreen, the following will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Units Metric Custom NOTE: When the “Custom” setting is selected, units will appear according to your personally configured settings. To configure these settings, press the “Custom”...
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618 MULTIMEDIA Clock After pressing the “Clock” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Sync Time With GPS — If Equipped Set Time Hours – Set Time Minutes – Time Format 12hrs 24hrs Show Time in Status Bar —...
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options NOTE: The “ParkView Backup Camera Delay” setting determines whether or not the screen will display the rear view image with dynamic grid lines for up to ten seconds after the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE. This delay will be canceled if the vehicle’s speed exceeds 8 mph (13 km/h), the transmission is shifted into PARK, or the ignition is switched to the OFF position.
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620 MULTIMEDIA Safety & Driving Assistance After pressing the “Safety & Driving Assistance” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Forward Collision Warn- Warning Only Warning & Active Braking ing — If Equipped NOTE: Applies brakes to slow the vehicle in case of potential forward collision, or applies brakes and a warning.
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options NOTE: The Rear Park Assist system scans for objects behind the vehicle when the transmission gear selector is in REVERSE and the vehicle speed is less than 7 mph (11 km/h). Front ParkSense Volume High Rear ParkSense Volume High Rear ParkSense Braking...
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622 MULTIMEDIA Mirrors & Wipers After pressing the “Mirror and Wipers” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped NOTE: When the “Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse” feature is selected, the outside side-view mirrors will tilt downward when the ignition is in the RUN position and the transmission gear selector is in the REVERSE position.
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options NOTE: Selecting the “Brake Service” feature will display a pop-up asking whether or you would like to retract the park brakes to all break system service. Auto Park Brake Lights After pressing the “Lights” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options...
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624 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped NOTE: When the “Headlights With Wipers” feature is selected, and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position, the head- lights turn on approximately ten seconds after the wipers are turned on. The headlights also turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature.
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MULTIMEDIA Doors & Locks After pressing the “Doors & Locks” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Auto Door Locks Auto Unlock On Exit NOTE: When the “Auto Unlock On Exit” feature is selected, all doors unlock when the vehicle is stopped and the transmis- sion is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened.
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626 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options • If the vehicle is programmed “1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks: All Doors”, all doors unlock no matter which Passive Entry equipped door handle is grasped. If “1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks: Driver Door” is programmed, only the driver’s door unlocks when the driver’s door is grasped.
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MULTIMEDIA Auto Comfort Systems — If Equipped After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Auto-On Driver Heated/ Remote Start All Starts Vented Seat & Steering Wheel —...
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628 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Headlight Off Delay – NOTE: When the “Headlight Off Delay” feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle. Setting Name Selectable Options Auto Entry/Exit —...
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Flash Lights With Lower NOTE: When the “Flash Lights With Lower” feature is selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when the key fob remote lower button is pressed twice. This feature may be selected with or without the Sound Horn on Lower feature selected.
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630 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Wheel Alignment Mode NOTE: Before performing a wheel alignment, the “Wheel Alignment Mode” must be enabled. Refer to an authorized dealer for further information. Four Corner Air Suspen- Tire Jack Mode Transport Mode Wheel Alignment Mode sion Modes —...
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options NOTE: Once a Trailer is selected, press the “Use This Trailer” on the touchscreen to set this trailer as the one in cur- rent use. In each Trailer setting, the following settings appear: Braking Light Electric Heavy Electric Light Electric over Heavy Electric over...
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632 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Equalizer – NOTE: When in the “Equalizer” display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and Treble settings. Speed Adjusted Vol- NOTE: The “Speed Adjusted Volume” feature increases or decreases volume relative to vehicle speed. Surround Sound —...
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MULTIMEDIA Bluetooth After pressing the “Bluetooth” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Phone Pop-Ups Displayed in Clus- Do Not Disturb List of Settings NOTE: Press “Do Not Disturb” to access the available settings. The following settings are: Auto Reply (both, text, call), Auto Reply Message (custom, default) and Custom Auto Reply Message (create message).
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634 MULTIMEDIA SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped After pressing the “SiriusXM Setup” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Sirius All Access Choose a Subscription Package Add Listener Add up to five profiles NOTE: The “Add Listener”...
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MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Subscription Info Sirius ID NOTE: New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free limited time subscription to SiriusXM Satellite Radio with your radio. Following the expiration of the free services, it will be necessary to access the information on the Subscription Information screen to re-subscribe.
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636 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Clear Personal Data Cancel NOTE: When the “Clear Personal Data” feature is selected it removes all personal data including Bluetooth devices and pre- sets. Setting Name Selectable Options Clear Sirius XM Data Cancel System Information After pressing the “System Information”...
MULTIMEDIA STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF Pushing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available (AM/FM/SXM or EQUIPPED Media etc.). The remote sound system controls are located on the back surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a access the switches.
638 MULTIMEDIA IPOD/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED Located on the center stack, just below the instrument panel, is the main media hub. There are four total USB Ports : Two Mini-USBs (Type C) and two Standard USBs (Type A). There is also an AUX Port located in the middle of the USB Ports.
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MULTIMEDIA Rear Center Console Mini-USB (Type C) USB Ports Rear Center Console Standard (Type A) USB Ports 1 — Mini-USB Type C Port #1 1 — Standard USB Type A Port #1 2 — Mini-USB Type C Port #2 2 — Standard USB Type A Port #2...
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640 MULTIMEDIA Different scenarios are shown below when a non-phone device is plugged into the smaller and larger USB Ports, and when a phone device is plugged into the smaller and larger USB Ports: Phone Plugged In Message Screen Device Plugged In Message Screen...
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MULTIMEDIA If equipped, your vehicle may also contain a USB Port located on the top tray of the vehicles center console. Center Console USB Port Phone Or USB Plugged In Message Screen Plugging in a phone or another USB device may cause the connection to a previous device to be lost.
642 MULTIMEDIA If equipped, two Mini-USB Ports (Type C), two Standard NOTE: Plugging in a phone or another USB device may USB Ports (Type A), and one AUX Port may be located to cause the connection to a previous device to be lost. the left of the center stack, just below the climate controls.
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MULTIMEDIA The internal wireless radio operates within guidelines NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved found in radio frequency safety standards and recommen- by the party responsible for compliance could void the dations, which reflect the consensus of the scientific com- user’s authority to operate the equipment.
644 MULTIMEDIA VOICE COMMANDS 4. Each time you give a Voice Command, you must first push either the VR or Phone button, wait until after the Introducing Uconnect beep, then say your Voice Command. Start using Uconnect Voice Recognition with these helpful 5.
MULTIMEDIA Basic Voice Commands The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect system. Push the VR button . After the beep, say: • “ Cancel” to stop a current voice session • “ Help” to hear a list of suggested Voice Commands •...
646 MULTIMEDIA Radio Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio stations you would like to hear. (Subscrip- tion or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial required.) Push the VR button . After the beep, say: •...
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MULTIMEDIA Uconnect 3 Radio Uconnect 4/4C/4C NAV With 8.4–inch Display...
648 MULTIMEDIA Media Uconnect offers connections via USB, Bluetooth and auxil- iary ports (If Equipped). Voice operation is only available for connected USB and AUX devices. (Remote CD player optional and not available on all vehicles.) Push the VR button .
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650 MULTIMEDIA Phone Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with Uconnect. When the Phonebook button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your system ready. Check UconnectPhone.com for mobile phone compatibility and pairing instructions. Push the Phone button . After the beep, say one of the following commands: •...
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MULTIMEDIA Uconnect 3 Phone Uconnect 4/4C/4C NAV With 8.4–inch Display...
652 MULTIMEDIA Voice Text Reply Uconnect announces incoming text messages. Push the Phone button and say “ Listen.” (Must have compat- ible mobile phone paired to Uconnect system.) 1. Once an incoming text message is read to you, push the Phone button .
MULTIMEDIA TIP: Your mobile phone must have the full implementation TIP: Voice Text Reply is not compatible with iPhone, but if of the Message Access Profile (MAP) to take advantage of your vehicle is equipped with Siri Eyes Free, you can use this feature.
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654 MULTIMEDIA Uconnect 4/4C/4C NAV With 8.4–inch Display Climate Uconnect 4C NAV With 12–inch Display Climate...
MULTIMEDIA Navigation (4C NAV) The Uconnect navigation feature helps you save time and become more productive when you know exactly how to get to where you want to go. 1. To enter a destination, push the VR button . After the beep, say: “...
656 MULTIMEDIA SiriusXM Guardian (4C/4C NAV) — If Equipped CAUTION! Some SiriusXM Guardian services, including SOS Call and Roadside Assistance Call will NOT work without an operable LTE (voice/data) or 3G or 4G (data) net- work connection compatible with your device. NOTE: Your vehicle may be transmitting data as autho- rized by the subscriber.
MULTIMEDIA Send & Go 3. Select “Customer Care” to speak with a SiriusXM Guardian Customer Care agent who will activate ser- Vehicle Finder-If Equipped vices in your vehicle, or select “Enter Email” to activate Stolen Vehicle Assistance on the web. Remote Vehicle Start** For further information: •...
658 MULTIMEDIA To use the Uconnect App: SiriusXM Travel Link (4C NAV) • Download the Uconnect App to your mobile device. Need to find a gas station, view local movie listings, check a sports score or the 5 - day weather forecast? SiriusXM •...
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MULTIMEDIA Uconnect 4C NAV With 8.4–inch Display SiriusXM Travel Link Uconnect 4C NAV With 12–inch Display SiriusXM Travel Link...
660 MULTIMEDIA Siri Eyes Free — If Equipped Siri lets you use your voice to send text messages, select media, place phone calls and much more. Siri uses your natural language to understand what you mean and re- sponds back to confirm your requests. The system is designed to keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel by letting Siri help you perform useful tasks.
MULTIMEDIA Using Do Not Disturb With Do Not Disturb, you can disable notifications from incoming calls and texts, allowing you to keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel. For your convenience, there is a counter display to keep track of your missed calls and text messages while you were using Do Not Disturb.
662 MULTIMEDIA • Text Messages Android Auto — If Equipped • Additional Apps NOTE: Feature availability depends on your carrier and mobile phone manufacturer. Some Android Auto features may or may not be available in every region and/or language. Android Auto allows you to use your voice to interact with Android’s best-in-class speech technology through your vehicle’s voice recognition system, and use your smart- phone’s data plan to project your Android powered smart-...
MULTIMEDIA NOTE: Requires compatible smartphone running Android™ 5.0 Lollipop or higher and download app on Google Play. Android, Android Auto, and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc. Apple CarPlay — If Equipped NOTE: Feature availability depends on your carrier and mobile phone manufacturer.
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664 MULTIMEDIA • Messages • Maps • Additional Apps Uconnect 4/4C/4C NAV With 8.4–inch Display Apple Uconnect 4C NAV With 12–inch Display Apple CarPlay CarPlay Refer to your Uconnect Owner’s Manual Supplement for further information.
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666 MULTIMEDIA CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface. 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, wiping from center to edge.
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CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ......668 Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
668 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE YOUR VEHICLE The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy Prepare For The Appointment with our products and services. If you are having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 669 Any communication to the manufacturer’s customer center Mexico, D. F. should include the following information: In Mexico City: 800-505-1300 • Owner’s name and address Outside Mexico City: +(52)55 50817568 • Owner’s telephone number (home and office) Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands •...
670 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the contract assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by documents, and contact the person listed in those docu- Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 and for ments.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 671 WARRANTY INFORMATION a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and in individual problems between you, an authorized provisions of FCA US LLC warranties applicable to this dealer or FCA US LLC.
672 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Owner’s Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the website or the phone numbers listed below. assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific FCA US LLC vehicles.
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674 INDEX Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) ..344 Air Conditioner Refrigerant ....501, 502 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... . .513 Air Conditioner System .
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INDEX 675 Automatic Headlights ......70 Brake Assist System ......198 Automatic High Beams .
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676 INDEX Chart, Tire Sizing......523 Cooling System ......511 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light).
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INDEX 677 Disable Vehicle Towing ..... .479 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ..180 Disposal Emergency, In Case Of Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .
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678 INDEX Engine Oil Viscosity......497 Fog Lights ......71, 446 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart .
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INDEX 679 Glass Cleaning ......552 Hill Start Assist ......198 Grocery Bag Retainer.
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680 INDEX iPod/USB/MP3 Control ..... .638 Life Of Tires ......535 Light Bulbs .
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INDEX 681 Passing ....... .69 Manual Seat Belt Reminder ..... . .177 Service .
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682 INDEX New Vehicle Break-In Period ....299 Operator Manual Owner’s Manual ..... . .5, 672 Occupant Restraints .
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INDEX 683 Windows .......94 Reclining Rear Seats ......45 Power Seats Recreational Towing.
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INDEX 685 Automatic Transmission ....306 Starting And Operating ..... .294 Transfer Case, Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral Starting Procedures .
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686 INDEX Tilt Snow Tires ......538 Down ....... . .46 Spare Tires .
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INDEX 687 Tips ........421 Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)..107 Trailer And Tongue Weight .
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688 INDEX Water Driving Through ......429 Wheel And Wheel Tire Care ....541 Wheel And Wheel Tire Trim .
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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING The antenna cable should be as short as practical and EQUIPMENT routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use Special design considerations are incorporated into this only fully shielded coaxial cable. vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to frequency signals.
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