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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of 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.
Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ..............3 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS .
Page 5 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....5 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .
Page 6 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This Owner’s Manual describes all versions of this vehicle. Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or Dear Customer, versions are not expressly indicated in the text. Therefore, Congratulations on selecting your new vehicle. Be assured you should only consider the information which is related that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styl- to the trim level, engine, and version that you have ing, and high quality.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against oper- Essential Information ating procedures that could result in a collision, bodily Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section injury and/or death. It also contains CAUTIONS against contains the information you desire.
Page 9 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS FRONT VIEW ......8 INSTRUMENT PANEL .....10 REAR VIEW .
Page 10: Front View
8 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS FRONT VIEW Front View 1 — Doors 3 — Wheels/Tires 5 — Windshield 2 — Exterior Mirrors 4 — Headlights 6 — Hood/Engine Compartment...
Page 11: Rear View
GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS 9 REAR VIEW Rear View 1 — Taillights 2 — Rear Windshield Wiper 3 — Liftgate...
Page 12: Instrument Panel
10 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTRUMENT PANEL Instrument Panel 1 — Headlight Switch 7 — Gear Selector 2 — Instrument Cluster Display Controls 8 — Uconnect System 3 — Multifunction Lever (Behind Steering Wheel) 9 — Climate Controls 4 — Instrument Cluster 10 —...
Page 13: Interior
GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS 11 INTERIOR Interior Features 1 — Door Handles 4 — Parking Brake 2 — Door Locks 5 — Seats 3 — Window Switches 6 — Power Outlets...
Page 15: Table Of Contents
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Replacement Keys ..... . .24 KEYS ....... . .17 ▫...
Page 16 14 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats) ... . .35 ▫ Interior Observation Mirror ....58 ▫...
Page 17 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 15 ▫ Lane Change Assist ..... .64 HOOD ....... .92 ▫...
Page 18 16 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ▫ General Information .....104 ▫ Power Inverter — If Equipped ... . .119 ▫...
Page 19: Keys
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 17 KEYS NOTE: When using the emergency key to gain access to your vehicle, be aware that the security alarm may be Key Fobs triggered. Insert the key into the ignition and place the Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system ignition in the ON/RUN mode to disarm the security consists of a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) key fob and a system.
Page 20 18 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob With Remote Control The replacement battery is one CR2032 battery. NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate • Do not replace coin battery unless the cluster display indicates a message “Key Fob Low Battery”...
Page 21 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 19 Emergency WIN Key Removal Separating WIN Key Fob Case 2. Gently pry the two halves of the key fob apart. Make 3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over sure not to damage the seal during removal. (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the battery.
Page 22: Ignition Switch
20 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Programming Additional Key Fobs IGNITION SWITCH Programming the key fob may be performed by an autho- Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) — If Equipped rized dealer. The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an NOTE: Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it ignition switch.
Page 23: Remote Start - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 21 • Hood closed • Liftgate closed • HAZARD switch off • BRAKE switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed) • Battery at an acceptable charge level • System not disabled from previous remote start event •...
Page 24: Remote Start Abort Messages
22 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Remote Start Abort Messages NOTE: • If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the The following messages will display in the instrument vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds. cluster display if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prematurely: •...
Page 25: To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 23 To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, push and release the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Page 26: Key Programming
24 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE If the vehicle security light turns on during normal vehicle CAUTION! operation (vehicle running for longer than ten seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. Should this Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and lock occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible by an all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Page 27: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved To Arm The System by the party responsible for compliance could void the Follow these steps to arm the vehicle security alarm: user’s authority to operate the equipment. 1.
Page 28: Tamper Alert
26 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the vehicle security alarm is armed and the battery becomes disconnected, the vehicle security alarm will • The driver’s door key cylinder and the liftgate button on remain armed when the battery is reconnected; the exterior the key fob cannot arm or disarm the vehicle security lights will flash, and the horn will sound.
Page 29: Doors
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 27 DOORS Manual Door Lock If the lock knob is rearward when you shut either side Manual Door Locks sliding door, the door will lock. Make sure the keys are not Lock the front doors by pushing down on the lock knobs inside the vehicle before closing the door.
Page 30: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
28 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 31: Power Sliding Side Door - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 29 Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped Power Sliding Side Door — If Equipped The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled. When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when Push the button on the key fob twice within five the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h).
Page 32 30 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE open the power sliding door. If the switch is pushed while To avoid unintentional operation of the power sliding the door is under a power cycle, the door will reverse doors from the rear seats, push the power sliding door direction.
Page 33 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 31 • If the power sliding door encounters multiple obstruc- tions within the same cycle, the system will automati- cally stop, the power sliding door motor will make a clicking sound until the door has no further movement. This clicking sound can be stopped by pulling the inside or outside handle.
Page 34: Child Locks
32 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Child Locks SEATS To provide a safer environment for small children riding in Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the the rear seats, the sliding doors are equipped with a Child vehicle.
Page 35: Manual Adjustment (Front Seats) - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 33 Manual Adjustment (Front Seats) — If Equipped Manual Front/Second Row Seat Adjuster Both front seats are adjustable forward or rearward. The WARNING! manual seat adjustment handle is located under the seat cushion at the front edge of each seat. •...
Page 36 34 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.
Page 37: Getting To Know Your Vehicle 35
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 35 Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats) 4. Slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the “lock” position and then pull up on the storage bin latch to Stow ’n Go Seating open the cover. On vehicles equipped with Stow ’n Go seating, the second and third row seats can be folded into the floor for convenient storage.
Page 38 36 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 5. Pull upward on the seatback recliner lever located on The non-adjustable head restraint and seatback will fold the outboard side of the seat. automatically during the seat tumble. No additional actua- tion is necessary. Seatback Recliner Lever, Seat Tumble, And Head Restraint Fold Lever Non-Adjustable Head Restraint...
Page 39 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 37 Automatic Folding Seatback Tumbled Second Row Seat The seat will automatically tumble into position for easy NOTE: You may experience deformation in the seat cush- storage. ion from the seat belt buckles if the seats are left folded for an extended period of time.
Page 40 38 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 6. Push the seat into the storage bin. CAUTION! • The storage bin cover must be locked and flat to avoid damage from contact with the front seat tracks, which have minimal clearance to the cover. •...
Page 41 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 39 WARNING! • In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments. Always be sure the seats are fully latched. • Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered position could result in serious injury or death in a collision.
Page 42 40 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Raising The Head Restraint Seatback Recliner Lever 3. Pull up on the seatback recliner lever on the outboard The seat will automatically fold into position for easy entry side of the seat to fold head rest, seatback, and tumble into the third row.
Page 43 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 41 Second Row Bench Seat — If Equipped While the bench seat does not stow in the floor, it is removable for added cargo space. Release Handles To reinstall the seat, align the seat into the detent positions on the floor.
Page 44 42 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Manually Folding Third Row Seats — If Equipped 3. Pull release strap marked “2” located on the rear of the seat to lower the seatback. 1. Lower the center head restraint down to the seatback by pushing the button on the guide and pushing the head restraint down.
Page 45 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 43 4. Pull release strap marked “3” to release the anchors. 5. Pull release strap marked “4” and tumble the seat rearward into the storage bin. Release Strap “3” Release Strap “4”...
Page 46 44 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To Unfold Third Row Seats 1. Pull up on the assist strap to lift the seat out of the storage bin and push the seat forward until the anchors latch. 2. Pull release strap marked “2” to unlock the recliner. 3.
Page 47: Power Seats - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 45 Tailgate Mode Power Seats — If Equipped Some models may be equipped with eight-way power 1. Pull release strap “3”, then pull release strap “4” to seats for the driver and front passenger. The power seat rotate the entire seat rearward.
Page 48 46 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward WARNING! The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. Push • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. the seat switch forward or rearward. The seat will move in Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of the direction of the switch.
Page 49: Heated Seats - If Equipped
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 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.
Page 50 48 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • Push the heated seat button once to turn the HI WARNING! setting on. • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin • Push the heated seat button a second time to turn because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, the LO setting on.
Page 51: Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer Hooks
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 49 HEAD RESTRAINTS WARNING! Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact. because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-...
Page 52: Supplemental Active Head Restraints - Front Seats
50 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Active Head Restraints — Front To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head Seats restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the adjustment button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- downward on the head restraint.
Page 53 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 51 For comfort, the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and rearward. To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the head restraint. Push rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head restraint away from your head.
Page 54: Head Restraints - Second Row Quad Seats
52 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Head Restraints — Second Row Quad Seats WARNING! The head restraints on the second row quad seats are • ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in the non-adjustable and non-removable. The head restraint will vehicle to properly protect the occupants.
Page 55: Head Restraints - Third Row
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 53 WARNING! • A loose head restraint thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could cause serious injury or death to occupants of the vehicle. Always securely stow re- moved head restraints in a location outside the occupant compartment.
Page 56 54 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To remove the center head restraint, raise it as far as it can go. Then, push both the release button and the adjustment button at the base of each post while pulling the head restraint up. To reinstall the head restraint, put the head restraint posts into the holes and push downward.
Page 57: Steering Wheel
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 55 STEERING WHEEL steering column in position, push the lever upward until fully engaged. Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward WARNING! or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Page 58: Mirrors
56 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • Push the heated steering wheel button a second time MIRRORS to turn the heating element off. Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated steering The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left, and right wheel to operate.
Page 59: Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera Display - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 57 Automatic Dimming Mirror With Rear View Camera Display — If Equipped A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the windshield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a coun- terclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
Page 60: Outside Mirrors
58 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE When the vehicle is placed into reverse gear, a video WARNING! display illuminates to display the image generated by the rear view camera located on the tailgate handle. The auto Vehicles and other objects seen in an outside convex dimming feature is also disabled to improve rear view mirror will look smaller and farther away than they viewing.
Page 61: Power Mirrors - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 59 To return to the full open position, the door must first be closed and then opened by pushing the latch again to release. Power Mirror Controls The power mirror controls consist of mirror select buttons and a four-way mirror control switch.
Page 62: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
60 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Folding Feature Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped All outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved either An illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor. To forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the three detent positions: mirror cover upward.
Page 63: Exterior Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 61 EXTERIOR LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the Headlight Switch steering column. The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. The switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, interior lights and the fog lights.
Page 64: Daytime Running Lights (Drl) - If Equipped
62 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped Automatic Headlights The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the This system automatically turns the headlights on or off engine is started and the transmission is in any gear except according to ambient light levels.
Page 65: Headlight Delay - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 63 NOTE: The Headlights with Wipers feature can be turned NOTE: The headlights must be turned off within 45 sec- on or off through the instrument cluster display — if onds of turning the ignition OFF to activate this feature. equipped.
Page 66: Lane Change Assist
64 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signal Warning INTERIOR LIGHTS If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has traveled Courtesy/Interior Lighting at over 18 mph (29 km/h) for about 1 mile (1.6 km) with the At the forward end of the overhead console are two turn signals on, a chime will sound to alert the driver.
Page 67 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 65 Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights — If Equipped Rear Console Halo Lighting The overhead console has two sets of courtesy lights. The Halo lights are strategically placed soft lighting that help to lights turn on when a front door, a sliding door or the illuminate specific areas to aid the occupants in locating liftgate is opened.
Page 68: Windshield Wiper And Washers
66 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Dimmer Controls Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) The dimmer switch is located next to the headlight switch. Rotate the dimmer control upward to the first detent. This feature brightens all text displays such as the odometer, instrument cluster display, and radio when the parking lights or headlights are on.
Page 69: Windshield Wiper Operation
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 67 NOTE: Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents first detent position, and then turn the end of the lever to the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off select the desired delay interval. There are five delay position.
Page 70: Rear Wiper And Washer
68 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer CLIMATE CONTROLS pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the windshield. The wash function must be used in order to temperature, air flow, and direction of air circulating spray the windshield with washer fluid.
Page 71 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 69 Manual Climate Control Descriptions Icon Description A/C Button Push the A/C button to engage the Air Conditioning (A/C). An LED will illuminate when the A/C system is engaged. Recirculation Button Press and release this button to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air mode.
Page 72 70 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description Left Front Temperature Control Provides left front seat occupant with independent temperature control. Turn left for cooler or right for warmer temperature settings. Front Blower Control There are seven blower speeds. Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select.
Page 73 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 71 Icon Description Floor Mode Floor Mode Button Push button to select Floor Mode. The indicator illuminates when this mode is on. Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets.
Page 74 72 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Controlling The Rear Climate Controls From The Front Panel Controls The rear MTC system has floor air outlets at the rear right side of the 3rd Row seats and overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating position. The system provides heated air through the floor outlets or cool, dehumidified air through the headliner outlets.
Page 75 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 73 Icon Description Rear Blower Control — If Equipped Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the rear system in any mode you select. The rear blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the “O” (Off) position.
Page 76 74 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Rear Manual Temperature Control The Three-Zone climate control system allows for adjust- ment of the rear climate controls from the front ATC panel. Rear MTC Control Knobs Icon Description Panel Mode Rear Panel Mode To change Rear Mode to Panel Mode, turn the Rear Mode Knob to Rear Panel Mode position.
Page 77 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 75 Icon Description Floor Mode Rear Floor Mode To change Rear Mode to Floor Mode, turn the Rear Mode Knob to Rear Floor Mode position. Air comes from the floor outlets. Rear Temperature Control Knob To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle, turn the Temperature Control Knob.
Page 78: Automatic Climate Control Overview
76 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Climate Control Overview Automatic Temperature Controls Automatic Climate Control Descriptions Icon Description A/C Button Push the A/C button to engage the Air Conditioning (A/C). An LED will illuminate when the A/C system is engaged. Automatic Operation Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution and amount.
Page 79 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 77 Icon Description Recirculation Button Press and release this button to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air mode. Recirculation can be used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors, or high humid- ity are present.
Page 80 78 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description Blower Control There are seven blower speeds. Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select. The blower speed increases as you move the control clockwise from the off position.
Page 81 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 79 Icon Description Floor Mode Floor Mode Toggle the Modes Control Button until you see Floor Mode Icon on the display. Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demis- ter outlets.
Page 82 80 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Controlling The Rear Climate Controls From The Front ATC Panel The rear ATC system has floor air outlets at the rear right side of the 3rd Row seats and overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating position. The system provides heated air through the floor outlets or cool, dehumidified air through the headliner outlets.
Page 83 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 81 Icon Description SYNC Button — If Equipped Press the SYNC button to toggle the Sync feature on/off. The SYNC indicator is illuminated when this feature is enabled. SYNC is used to synchronize the front and rear passenger tem- perature settings with the driver temperature setting.
Page 84 82 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description Floor Mode Rear Floor Mode Toggle the Modes Control Button until the Rear Floor Mode appears on the display. Air comes from the floor vents. Rear Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped The Three-Zone ATC system allows for adjustment of the rear climate controls from the front ATC panel.
Page 85 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 83 When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is not NOTE: necessary to change the settings. You will experience the • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings. The greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to func- system automatically adjusts the temperature, mode and tion automatically.
Page 86 84 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description Rear Temperature Control Knob To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle, turn the Temperature Control Knob. Turn it to the right to raise the temperature, or turn it to the left to lower the temperature. The rear tem- perature settings are displayed in control head.
Page 87: Climate Control Functions
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 85 Climate Control Functions MAX A/C A/C (Air Conditioning) MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling perfor- mance. The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning sys- Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C and the tem.
Page 88: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
86 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If NOTE: Equipped • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts Automatic Operation the temperature, mode, and blower speed to provide 1.
Page 89 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 87 Summer Operation Window Fogging The engine cooling system must be protected with a Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild, rainy, high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion and/or humid weather. To clear the windows, select De- protection and to protect against engine overheating.
Page 90 88 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Outside Air Intake Operating Tips Chart Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they enter the plenum, they could plug the water drains.
Page 91: Windows
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 89 WINDOWS Power Windows You can control either the front or rear windows using Power Vent Windows — If Equipped controls located on the driver’s door trim panel. The power vent window switch located on the driver’s The driver may lock out the rear power windows by door trim panel allows the driver to operate the two vent pushing the bar control just below the power window...
Page 92 90 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Auto Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection — If Equipped The front driver and front passenger controls may be equipped with an Auto Up feature. Lift the window switch fully upward to the second detent, release, and the window will go up automatically.
Page 93 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 91 The controls will operate only when the ignition switch is WARNING! in the ON/RUN or ACC position and during power accessory delay. There is no anti-pinch protection when the window is almost closed. To avoid personal injury be sure to clear NOTE: your arms, hands, fingers and all objects from the •...
Page 94: Hood
92 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting HOOD Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of Opening The Hood pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. To open the hood, two latches must be released. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or 1.
Page 95: Closing The Hood
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 93 2. Move to the front of the vehicle and look inside the center of the hood opening. Locate, then push the safety catch downward while raising the hood at the same time. Hood Prop Rod Closing The Hood WARNING! Safety Lever Location...
Page 96: Liftgate
94 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower hood to approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and drop the hood to close. Make sure hood is fully closed for both latches. Never drive vehicle unless hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
Page 97: Power Liftgate - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 95 Power Liftgate — If Equipped The power liftgate may be opened or closed in several ways: • Overhead console liftgate button • Key fob • Outside handle (opens liftgate only) • Button just inside the liftgate on the upper left trim (when liftgate is open) Using the above ways: •...
Page 98 96 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Push the liftgate button on the key fob twice within five To Close The Liftgate seconds to open or close the liftgate. The liftgate can also be closed using the Rear Interior Power Liftgate button (if equipped), located in the upper left trim in the liftgate opening.
Page 99: Cargo Area Features
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 97 Cargo Area Features LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The automatic load leveling system will provide a level- Cargo Area Storage riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading The liftgate sill plate has a raised line with the statement conditions.
Page 100: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
98 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three remote controls (hand-held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security sys- tems. The HomeLink unit operates off your vehicle’s battery.
Page 101: Programming A Rolling Code
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 99 To erase the channels, place the ignition in the ON/RUN position and push and hold the two outside HomeLink buttons (I and III) for up 20 seconds or until the red indicator flashes. NOTE: •...
Page 102: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
100 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.
Page 103: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 101 • To program the two remaining HomeLink buttons, NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, place the ignition in the RUN position with the engine ON. repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT Make sure while programming HomeLink with the engine erase the channels.
Page 104: Using Homelink
102 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE the signal during programming. Similar to this Canadian NOTE: law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to time-out in • If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming the same manner. is complete and the garage door/device should acti- vate when the HomeLink button is pushed.
Page 105: Troubleshooting Tips
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 103 NOTE: All channels will be erased. Individual channels WARNING! cannot be erased. • Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when the ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while Vehicle Security Alarm is active.
Page 106: Internal Equipment
104 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE General Information INTERNAL EQUIPMENT The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Storage Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: Glove Compartments This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and The glove compartment is located on the passenger side of with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Page 107 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 105 To open the upper compartment, push in the release button located on the left side of the upper door. The door will automatically open. Lower Compartment Release Handle NOTE: The lower compartment is equipped with a lock that is a part of the compartment handle.
Page 108 106 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Basic Console To reinstall the Basic Console: The Basic Console consists of the following features: 1. Position the console at a slight angle (front slightly higher than the rear). • The Basic Console profile allows vehicle occupants to easily pass through the first row to the second.
Page 109 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 107 Super Console — If Equipped The Super Console tambour doors are opened by pushing down on the finger tabs and sliding the door. The front The Super Console contains multiple storage areas, front tambour door slides forward, the rear tambour door slides lower pass through, top forward bin, top rearward bin and rearward.
Page 110 108 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Located in the back of the Super Console is a storage Front And Rear Overhead Consoles drawer and cupholders for the rear passengers. Front Overhead Console Two versions of the overhead console are available. The base front overhead console features fixed incandescent courtesy/reading lights, flip-down sunglass storage and conversation mirror.
Page 111 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 109 Rear Overhead Console — If Equipped Front Door Storage Both interior front door panels have multiple pockets for The rear overhead storage system is available. storage. An additional LED at the front of the rear console shines down on the front foot-well area while in courtesy mode, WARNING! for added convenience.
Page 112 110 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Driver Seatback Storage — If Equipped The driver’s seatback has a primary storage pocket on all models and an optional secondary mesh pocket. Umbrella Holder Second Row Seat Storage Bins — If Equipped The seat storage bins are located on the floor in front of the second row seats.
Page 113 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 111 CAUTION! The storage bin cover must lay flat and be locked to avoid damage from contact with the front seat tracks, which have minimal clearance to the cover. If the storage bin cover is left in the open position, front seat adjustment may damage the cover.
Page 114 112 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin covers open. Keep the storage bin covers closed and latched while the vehicle is in motion. • Do not operate the storage bin covers while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 115: Cupholders
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 113 Cupholders Super Console — If Equipped On models equipped with the Super Console, there are two Instrument Panel Cupholders cupholders located in the center of the console. The instrument panel cupholders are located in a pull-out drawer just above the lower storage bin.
Page 116 114 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE For rear passengers two cupholders are located in the WARNING! pull-out drawer, located in the back of the Super Console. Pull the drawer out to the first position to use the cuphold- If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle ers.
Page 117: Sun Screens - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 115 Sun Screens — If Equipped Sun screens are available for second row seating windows. The screens store in the sill trim panels, and the tops of the windows are equipped with hooks that the sun screens attach to when pulled out.
Page 118 116 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE One outlet in the removable floor console (if equipped) shares a fuse with the lower outlet in the instrument panel and is also connected to the battery. Do not exceed a maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) shared between the lower panel outlet and the removable floor console outlet.
Page 119 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 117 Center Stack Power Outlets Rear Panel Power Outlet There is an additional 12 Volt power outlet located on the The outlet in the rear quarter panel near the liftgate and the left rear trim panel immediately behind the second row left upper outlet in the instrument panel are both controlled by passenger seat.
Page 120 118 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • After the use of high power draw accessories, or long To avoid serious injury or death: periods of the vehicle not being started (with acces- • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet sories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
Page 121: Power Inverter - If Equipped
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 119 Power Inverter — If Equipped This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts. A 115 Volt, 150 Watt inverter outlet converts DC current to Certain high-end video game consoles exceed this power AC current, and is located on the left rear trim panel limit, as will most power tools.
Page 122: Smoker's Package Kit - If Equipped
120 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Smoker’s Package Kit — If Equipped Sunglass Storage Bin — If Equipped With the optional authorized dealer installed Smoker’s At the front of the overhead console, a compartment is Package Kit, a removable ash receiver is inserted into one provided for the storage of two pairs of sunglasses.
Page 123 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 121 The door will slowly rotate to the full open position. Conversation Mirror Position NOTE: From the “conversation mirror” position, the door Full Open Position can only be closed. From this position, the door can be fully closed or, by rotating upward about 3/4 of the way and releasing, To return to the full open position, the door must first be positioned for conversation mirror use.
Page 124: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
122 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED The crossbars and side rails are designed to carry weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must The crossbars on your vehicle are delivered stowed within not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly the roof rack side rails.
Page 125: Deploying The Crossbars
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 123 Deploying The Crossbars Bend the crossbar supports at each end, taking care to keep hand clear of pivoting joint. Slide the thumb screw down. To deploy the crossbars, completely loosen the thumb screws at both ends of the crossbar and lift the crossbar from its stowed position in the side rail.
Page 126 124 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Deployed Position Deploy Positions – Choose Two Of Three Then, position the crossbars across the roof. NOTE: The crossbars are identical and can be placed in any two of the three deploy positions.
Page 127 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 125 Make sure the directional arrows on the crossbars align Once the crossbars are set into position, tighten the thumb with the directional arrows on the side rails. Set the screws completely. crossbars into the deployed positions. Tightening Crossbar Crossbar To Side Rail Installation...
Page 128: Stowing The Crossbars
126 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Stowing The Crossbars WARNING! Reverse the procedure to stow the crossbars, again, taking Cargo must be securely tied down before driving your care to keep hand clear of pivoting joint. Crossbars are vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the ve- identical and can be stowed in either rail nest.
Page 129 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 127 CAUTION! (Continued) • Load should always be secured to cross bars first, with tie down loops used as additional securing points if needed. Tie loops are intended as supple- mentary tie down points only. Do not use ratcheting mechanisms with the tie loops.
Page 131 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Yellow Warning Lights ....148 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ....130 ▫...
Page 132: Instrument Cluster
130 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Base Instrument Cluster...
Page 133: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 131 Premium Instrument Cluster 2. Instrument Cluster Display— If Equipped / Odometer Instrument Cluster Descriptions Display / Trip Odometer Display 1. Tachometer • Instrument Cluster Display— If Equipped Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM The instrument cluster display features a driver- x 1000).
Page 134 132 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Odometer Display / Trip Odometer Display 4. Fuel Gauge • The gauge shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when The odometer display shows the total distance the the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position. vehicle has been driven.
Page 135: Instrument Cluster Display
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 133 not. The steering wheel mounted controls allow you to WARNING! scroll through and enter the main menus and sub-menus. You can access the specific information you want and make A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or selections and adjustments.
Page 136 134 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The instrument cluster display menu items consists of the following: • Fuel Economy • Vehicle Speed • Trip Info • Tire Pressure • Vehicle Info • Messages • Units • System Setup (Personal Settings) Instrument Cluster Display Steering Wheel Buttons •...
Page 137: Oil Life Reset
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 135 • Right Button is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent upon your personal The right button allows access to information in driving style. instrument cluster display submenus, selects •...
Page 138 136 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Fuel Economy Trip Info Push and release the up or down arrow button until “Fuel Push and release the up or down arrow button until “Trip Economy” displays highlighted in the instrument cluster Info”...
Page 139 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 137 down until the preferred setting is highlighted, then push Messages and release the right arrow button until a check-mark Push and release the up or down arrow button until appears next to the setting, showing that the setting has “Messages: XX”...
Page 140 138 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Compass Calibration 3. Push and release the down button until “Calibrate Compass” is displayed in the instrument cluster display This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need then push and release the right button. to set the compass manually.
Page 141 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139 NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the 3. Push and release the down arrow button until the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Laptops “Compass Variance” message is displayed in the instru- and Radar Detectors.
Page 142 140 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push and release the up or down arrow button until Auto Lock Doors System Setup is highlighted in the main menu of the When selected, all doors will lock automatically when the instrument cluster display. Then, push and release the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).
Page 143 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 until a check-mark appears next to the feature showing the Flash Lamps With Lock system has been activated or the check-mark is removed When selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash showing the system has been deactivated.
Page 144 142 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Headlamps With Wipers (Available With Auto Key-Off Power Delay Headlights Only) When this feature is selected, the power window switches, When ON is selected, and the headlight switch is in the radio, Uconnect phone (if equipped), DVD video system (if AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approximately equipped), power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on.
Page 145 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 function and operating information. To make your selec- Blind Spot Alert — If Equipped tion, push and release the right arrow button until “ON” or There are three selections when operating Blind Spot Alert “OFF”...
Page 146: Trip Computer
144 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Calibrate Compass Elapsed Time Push the right arrow button to calibrate the compass. Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed TRIP COMPUTER time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.
Page 147: Red Warning Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 Red Warning Lights In this case, the light will remain on until the condition has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake — Air Bag Warning Light booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake, This warning light will illuminate to indicate a fault with and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop.
Page 148 146 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) — Door Open Warning Light — If Equipped are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution This indicator will illuminate when a door is ajar/open and (EBD).
Page 149 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 come on when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or — Oil Pressure Warning Light ACC/ON/RUN position and remain on briefly as a bulb This warning light will illuminate to indicate low engine check.
Page 150: Yellow Warning Lights
148 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL — Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If — Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped Equipped This light will flash at a fast rate for approximately 15 This warning light will illuminate to warn of a high seconds when the vehicle security alarm is arming, and transmission fluid temperature.
Page 151 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 — Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active — Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Warning Warning Light — If Equipped Light — If Equipped This warning light will indicate when the Electronic Sta- This warning light indicates the Electronic Stability Control bility Control system is Active.
Page 152 150 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL — Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning WARNING! Light (MIL) A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced The Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is a above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal part of an Onboard Diagnostic System called OBD II that operating conditions.
Page 153 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 Should one or more tires be in the condition mentioned should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and above, the display will show the indications corresponding inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a signifi- to each tire.
Page 154: White Indicator Lights
152 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after White Indicator Lights replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to — Speed Control Ready Indicator Light ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels This light will turn on when the speed control has been allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
Page 155: Blue Indicator Lights
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 NOTE: ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II • A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Onboard more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on. Diagnostic system called OBD II.
Page 156: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii) Cybersecurity
154 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity For further information, refer to “Cybersecurity” in “Mul- timedia”. Your vehicle is required to have an Onboard Diagnostic system (OBD II) and a connection port to allow access to EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE information related to the performance of your emissions PROGRAMS...
Page 157 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 NOTE: If you crank or start the engine, you will have to If your OBD II system is not ready, you should see an start this test over. authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, 2.
Page 159 SAFETY CONTENTS ▫ Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) ..197 SAFETY FEATURES ..... .158 ▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ... . .158 ▫...
Page 160: Safety Features
158 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.
Page 161: Electronic Brake Control System
SAFETY Electronic Brake Control System WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced Electronic • The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must Brake Control system (EBC). This system includes Elec- never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner tronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), Anti-Lock Brake that could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Hill Start Assist...
Page 162 160 SAFETY If the “Brake System Warning Light” remains on or comes WARNING! on while driving, it indicates that the brake system is not functioning properly and that immediate service is re- The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the quired.
Page 163 SAFETY The following conditions must be met in order for HSA to WARNING! activate: • The feature must be enabled. There may be situations where the Hill Start Assist (HSA) will not activate and slight rolling may occur, • The vehicle must be stopped. such as on minor hills or with a loaded vehicle, or •...
Page 164 162 SAFETY Towing With HSA Disabling And Enabling HSA HSA will also provide assistance to mitigate roll back while This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the towing a trailer. current setting, proceed as follows: • For vehicles equipped with the instrument cluster dis- WARNING! play, refer to “Instrument Cluster Display”...
Page 165 SAFETY 7. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then an Electronic Stability Control (ESC) additional slightly more than one-half turn to the right. This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC corrects 8.
Page 166 164 SAFETY Light” begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the WARNING! (Continued) accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure to • Vehicle modifications, or failure to properly main- adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road tain your vehicle, may change the handling charac- conditions.
Page 167 SAFETY Partial Off NOTE: The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, The “Partial Off” mode is intended for times when a more nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road spirited driving experience is desired.
Page 168 166 SAFETY “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” also flashes Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) when TCS is active. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by Indicator Light” begins to flash during acceleration, ease monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the speed up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible.
Page 169: Auxiliary Driving Systems
SAFETY Trailer Sway Control (TSC) AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an excessively Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If Equipped swaying trailer and will take the appropriate actions to The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar attempt to stop the sway.
Page 170 168 SAFETY The BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in any NOTE: forward gear or REVERSE. • The BSM system does NOT alert the driver about rapidly approaching vehicles that are outside the detec- tion zones. • The BSM system detection zone DOES NOT change if your vehicle is towing a trailer.
Page 171 SAFETY Entering From The Side Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side of the vehicle. Sensor Location The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the detection zones by illuminating the BSM warning light located in the outside mirrors in addition to sounding an Side Monitoring audible (chime) alert and reducing the radio volume.
Page 172 170 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 of side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed less than 15 mph (24 km/h)) and the vehicle remains in the of less than 31 mph (50 km/h).
Page 173 SAFETY The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in adjacent berms, etc.
Page 174 172 SAFETY Rear Cross Path (RCP) The Rear Cross Path (RCP) feature is intended to aid the driver when backing out of parking spaces where their vision of oncoming vehicles may be blocked. Proceed slowly and cautiously out of the parking space until the rear end of the vehicle is exposed.
Page 175 SAFETY (5 km/h), to objects moving a maximum of approximately Modes Of Operation 20 mph (32 km/h), such as in parking lot situations. Modes Of Operation With Instrument Cluster Display NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be Three selectable modes of operation are available in the obscured by vehicles parked on either side.
Page 176: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
174 SAFETY NOTE: General Information • Whenever an audible alert is requested by the BSM The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio system, the radio volume is reduced. Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: • If the hazard flashers are on, the system will request the This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and appropriate visual alert only.
Page 177 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.
Page 178 176 SAFETY the vehicle may cause the tire pressure to rise to approxi- CAUTION! (Continued) mately 28 psi (193 kPa), but the TPMS Warning Light will • Using aftermarket tire sealants may cause the Tire still be on. In this situation, the TPMS Warning Light will Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor to be- turn off only after the tires are inflated to the vehicle’s come inoperable.
Page 179 SAFETY • The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Tire Pressure Warnings nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain The TPMS Warning Light will illuminate in the correct tire pressure using an accurate tire pressure instrument cluster, a “LOW TIRE PRESSURE”...
Page 180 178 SAFETY • If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire Service Tpm System that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning The TPMS Warning Light will flash on and off for 75 limit, upon the next ignition switch cycle, a chime will seconds, and remain on solid when a system fault is sound, a “LOW TIRE PRESSURE”...
Page 181: Occupant Restraint Systems
SAFETY To deactivate the TPMS, first, replace all four wheel and NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved tire assemblies (road tires) with tires not equipped with by the party responsible for compliance could void the Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) Sensors. Then, drive the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Page 182 180 SAFETY Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the 7. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved risk of harm from a deploying air bag: back as far as practical to allow the front air bags room to inflate.
Page 183: Seat Belt Systems
SAFETY Seat Belt Systems a few seconds. If the driver or outboard front seat passen- ger (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even on BeltAlert) is unbuckled when the ignition switch is first in short trips.
Page 184 182 SAFETY Change of Status Lap/Shoulder Belts All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with If the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped lap/shoulder belts. with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) unbuckles their seat belt while the vehicle is traveling, the BeltAlert The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only during very warning sequence will begin until the seat belts are buck- sudden stops or collisions.
Page 185 SAFETY WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in injury in a collision. The seat belt forces won’t be at these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your killed.
Page 186 184 SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions WARNING! (Continued) 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust • A seat belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. the seat. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck 2.
Page 187 SAFETY 3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” Positioning The Lap Belt 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfortable and Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle not resting on your neck.
Page 188 186 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.
Page 189 SAFETY NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is Second Row Center (If Equipped) and Third Row equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the Center Seat Belt Operating Instructions shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward The second row center (if equipped) and third row center position without pushing or squeezing the release button.
Page 190 188 SAFETY 1. Remove the mini-latch plate and regular latch plate 2. Grasp the mini-latch plate and pull the seat belt over the from its stowed position in the headliner slightly behind seat. the second or third row seat. Mini-Latch Stowage Mini-Latch Stowage...
Page 191 SAFETY 3. Route the shoulder belt to the inside of the left head 4. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the restraint. mini-latch plate into the mini-buckle until you hear a “click.” Connect Second Row Mini-Latch To Buckle Second Row Mini-Latch And Buckle Connected...
Page 192 190 SAFETY 5. Sit back in seat. Slide the regular latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the seat belt to go around your lap. Rear Center Seat Belt Buckled 7. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low across your hips, below your abdomen.
Page 193 SAFETY 10. To disengage the mini-latch plate from the mini-buckle Seat Belt Extender for storage, insert the regular latch plate into the center If a seat belt is not long enough to fit properly, even when red slot on the mini-buckle. The seat belt will automati- the webbing is fully extended and the adjustable upper cally retract to its stowed position.
Page 194 192 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.
Page 195 SAFETY Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) (If Equipped) The seat belts in the passenger seating positions may be equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) which is used to secure a child restraint system. For additional information, refer to “Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt”...
Page 196 194 SAFETY In Automatic Locking Mode, the shoulder belt is automati- 3. Allow the seat belt to retract. As the seat belt retracts, cally pre-locked. The seat belt will still retract to remove you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seat any slack in the shoulder belt.
Page 197 SAFETY Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) NOTE: The Active Head Restraints (AHR) may or may not deploy in the event of a front or side impact. However, if These head restraints are passive, deployable components, during a front impact, a secondary rear impact occurs, the and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily iden- AHR may deploy based on the severity and type of the tified by any markings, only through visual inspection of...
Page 198 196 SAFETY Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR) 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 collision.
Page 199: Supplemental Restraint Systems (Srs)
SAFETY • Steering Wheel and Column may result in damage to the AHRs that could impair their function. • Instrument Panel • Knee Impact Bolsters WARNING! • Driver and Front Passenger Air Bags Deployed AHRs are not able to best protect you in all •...
Page 200 198 SAFETY The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine instrument panel for approximately four to eight seconds related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint for a self-check when the ignition switch is first in the Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.
Page 201 SAFETY WARNING! (Continued) • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger, including a child in a rear-facing child restraint.
Page 202 200 SAFETY This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and/or front WARNING! (Continued) passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether the • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more driver or front passenger seat belt is buckled. The seat belt severe injuries in a collision.
Page 203 SAFETY Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all collisions, WARNING! and also are needed to help keep you in position, away • Do not drill, cut, or tamper with the knee impact from an inflating air bag. bolsters in any way. When the ORC detects a collision requiring the front air •...
Page 204 202 SAFETY The SABs may help to reduce the risk of occupant injury When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on the outboard during certain side impacts, in addition to the injury side of the seatback’s trim cover. The inflating SAB deploys reduction potential provided by the seat belts and body through the seat seam into the space between the occupant structure.
Page 205 SAFETY Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs) The SABIC deploys downward, covering the side windows. An inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the headliner This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag out of the way and covers the window. The SABICs inflate Inflatable Curtains (SABICs).
Page 206 204 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.
Page 207 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.
Page 208 206 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 • Supplemental Knee Air Bags process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air bag •...
Page 209 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. •...
Page 210 208 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 •...
Page 211 SAFETY • How various systems in your vehicle were operating; WARNING! (Continued) • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag were buckled/fastened; system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may •...
Page 212: Child Restraints
210 SAFETY Child Restraints There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all adult safety belt. Always check the child seat Owner’s times, including babies and children.
Page 213 SAFETY Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Recommended Type Of Child Re- Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age straint 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...
Page 214 212 SAFETY Infant And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing in • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an the vehicle until they are two years old or until they reach air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can either the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or restraint.
Page 215 SAFETY seats used in the forward-facing direction are for children WARNING! who are over two years old or who have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of their rear-facing convert- Do not install a rear-facing car seat using a rear support ible child seat.
Page 216 214 SAFETY 2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front of WARNING! (Continued) the vehicle seat – while the child is still sitting all the • After a child restraint is installed in the vehicle, do way back? not move the vehicle seat forward or rearward be- 3.
Page 217 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 Tether Anchor...
Page 218 216 SAFETY Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH) used with the top tether anchorage to install the child Restraint System restraint. Please see the following table for more information. LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle LATCH Label Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren.
Page 219 SAFETY 2nd Row Stow ‘n Go Seating • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seat- ing position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol 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 weight + weight of the child re- until the combined weight of the...
Page 220 218 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.
Page 221 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.
Page 222 220 SAFETY Locating The LATCH Anchorages WARNING! Always make sure the head restraint is in its upright The lower anchorages are round bars that are position when the seat is to be used by an occupant found at the rear of the seat cushion where it who is not in a child restraint.
Page 223 SAFETY 3rd Row 60/40 Seat LATCH Lower Anchorages 2nd Row Stow n’ Go Seat LATCH Lower Anchorages...
Page 224 222 SAFETY Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages Stow n’ Go Seating There are tether strap anchorages located behind the Bench Seating second row seating positions and the third row center seating position. The tether anchorages are located on the back of the seat, near the floor. There are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat, near the floor.
Page 225 SAFETY Center Seat LATCH If a child restraint installed in the center position blocks the seat belt webbing or buckle for the outboard position, do not use that outboard position. If a child seat in the center position blocks the outboard LATCH anchors or seat belt, do not install a child seat in that outboard position.
Page 226 224 SAFETY 1. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the 6. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling tether strap of the child seat so that you can more easily back and forth on the child seat at the belt path. It attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchor- should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any ages.
Page 227 SAFETY WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions • Improper installation of a child restraint to the exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re- straint. The child could be badly injured or killed. The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions equipped with either a Switchable Automatic Locking...
Page 228 226 SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Second Row Stow n’ Go Seating • ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Second Row Bench Seating • Cinch = Cinching Latch Plate •...
Page 229 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit Weight limit of the Child Always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt (child’s weight + weight of Restraint to install a forward facing child restraint, up to the the child restraint) for using recommended weight limit of the child restraint.
Page 230 228 SAFETY NOTE: If the folding, non-adjustable head restraint inter- feres with the installation of the child restraint, the head restraint may be folded and the child seat installed in front of it. WARNING! Always make sure the head restraint is in its upright position when the seat is to be used by an occupant who is not in a child restraint.
Page 231 SAFETY 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of WARNING! the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing • Improper installation or failure to properly secure a out of the retractor. Then, allow the webbing to retract back into the retractor.
Page 232 230 SAFETY Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the 2. Next, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary. retractor to pass it through the belt path of the child restraint.
Page 233 SAFETY If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have Anchorage trouble tightening the seat belt. If this happens, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle- WARNING! end belt up to three full turns to shorten it.
Page 234 232 SAFETY 1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage. You may need to move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchorage. If there is no top tether anchorage for that seating position, move the child restraint to another position in the vehicle if one is available.
Page 235: Transporting Pets
SAFETY 4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. WARNING! • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchorage position directly be- hind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.
Page 236: Safety Tips
234 SAFETY SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Transporting Passengers WARNING! NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon AREA. monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can even- WARNING! tually poison you.
Page 237: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
SAFETY Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust Air Bag Warning Light system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the The Air Bag warning light will turn on for four to vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the complete is first turned to ON/RUN.
Page 238 236 SAFETY Floor Mat Safety Information WARNING! (Continued) Always use floor mats designed to fit your vehicle. Only • ALWAYS REMOVE THE EXISTING FLOOR MAT use a floor mat that does not interfere with the operation of FROM THE VEHICLE before installing any other the accelerator, brake or clutch pedals.
Page 239: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
SAFETY Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside WARNING! (Continued) The Vehicle • ALWAYS make sure objects cannot fall or slide into Tires the driver’s side floor area when the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under accelera- Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear tor, brake, or clutch pedals and could cause a loss of patterns.
Page 241 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Gear Ranges ......248 STARTING THE ENGINE ....241 ▫...
Page 242 240 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ ParkSense Display ..... .260 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)...274 ▫...
Page 243: Starting The Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING 241 STARTING THE ENGINE Start the engine with the gear selector in the NEUTRAL or PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting to any Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both driving range. inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Normal Starting WARNING! 1.
Page 244: After Starting - Warming Up The Engine
242 STARTING AND OPERATING After Starting — Warming Up The Engine ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits decrease as the engine warms up. quicker starts in cold weather.
Page 245: Park Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After PARK BRAKE the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking or 90 km/h) are desirable. brake is fully applied and place the gear selector in the PARK position.
Page 246 244 STARTING AND OPERATING When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch WARNING! in the ON position, the “Brake Warning Light” in the • When exiting the vehicle, always remove the key fob instrument cluster will illuminate. from the ignition and lock your vehicle. NOTE: •...
Page 247: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 245 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure If the Brake System Warning Light remains on with the those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you parking brake released, a brake system malfunction is should never exit a vehicle while the engine is indicated.
Page 248: Key Ignition Park Interlock
246 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: You must press and hold the brake pedal while WARNING! (Continued) shifting out of PARK. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with Key Ignition Park Interlock access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Interlock of reasons.
Page 249: Fuel Economy (Econ) Mode
STARTING AND OPERATING 247 • The transmission will skip select gears during shifts to Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode allow the engine to operate at lower speeds. The Fuel Economy (ECON) mode can improve the vehi- • The torque converter clutch may engage at lower engine cle’s overall fuel economy during normal driving condi- tions.
Page 250: Gear Ranges
248 STARTING AND OPERATING Gear Ranges Do not depress the accelerator pedal when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range. NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is especially important when the engine is cold.
Page 251 STARTING AND OPERATING 249 When exiting the vehicle, always: WARNING! (Continued) • Apply the parking brake. • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Shift the transmission into PARK. those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is •...
Page 252 250 STARTING AND OPERATING • With brake pedal released, verify that the gear selector WARNING! (Continued) will not move out of PARK. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to CAUTION! be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number •...
Page 253 STARTING AND OPERATING 251 When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as when WARNING! operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or while Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the towing a heavy trailer), use the Electronic Range Select ignition to coast down a hill.
Page 254 252 STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission Limp Home Mode NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- mend that you visit an authorized dealer at your earliest Transmission function is monitored electronically for ab- possible convenience. An authorized dealer has diagnostic normal conditions.
Page 255 STARTING AND OPERATING 253 To exit ERS mode, simply hold the gear selector to the right WARNING! (+) until the gear limit display disappears from the instru- ment cluster. Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or personal injury.
Page 256: Power Steering
254 STARTING AND OPERATING feeling or response during normal operation in the upper NOTE: gears. When the vehicle speed drops or during some • Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel accelerations, the clutch automatically disengages. travel are considered normal and do not indicate that there is a problem with the power steering system.
Page 257: Speed Control - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 255 WARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading. Do not overfill. Use only manufacturer’s recommended power steering fluid.
Page 258: To Activate
256 STARTING AND OPERATING To Set A Desired Speed WARNING! Turn the Speed Control on. When the vehicle has reached Speed Control can be dangerous where the system the desired speed, push the SET (-) button and release. cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose selected speed.
Page 259: To Accelerate For Passing
STARTING AND OPERATING 257 • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released, then the continue to decrease until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established.
Page 260: To Resume Speed
258 STARTING AND OPERATING PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual and Speed Control can be dangerous where the system audible indications of the distance between the rear fascia cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could and a detected obstacle when backing up, e.g.
Page 261: Parksense Sensors
STARTING AND OPERATING 259 ParkSense Sensors The ParkSense Warning screen will only be displayed if Sound and Display is selected from the Customer- The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/ Programmable Features section of the instrument cluster bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within display.
Page 262: Parksense Display
260 STARTING AND OPERATING ParkSense Display When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display will turn on indicating the system status. Park Assist System Off Park Assist System On...
Page 263 STARTING AND OPERATING 261 The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object the instrument cluster display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
Page 264 262 STARTING AND OPERATING The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the instrument cluster display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: Continuous Tone WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance...
Page 265: Enabling/Disabling Parksense
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 NOTE: ParkSense will reduce the radio volume, if on, the instrument cluster display will display the “SERVICE when the system is sounding an audio tone. PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” message for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE. Under this condition, ParkSense will not Enabling/Disabling ParkSense operate.
Page 266 264 STARTING AND OPERATING • When you turn ParkSense off, the instrument cluster REQUIRED” message to be displayed in the instrument will display “PARKSENSE OFF.” Furthermore, once you cluster display. turn ParkSense off, it remains off until you turn it on again, even if you cycle the ignition.
Page 267: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera
STARTING AND OPERATING 265 Manual Activation Of The Rear View Camera: CAUTION! 1. Press the Controls button located on the bottom of the • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable to Uconnect display. recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles. 2.
Page 268 266 STARTING AND OPERATING When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width of will help indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle. The the vehicle while a dashed center-line will indicate the following table shows the approximate distances for each center of the vehicle to assist with aligning to a hitch/ zone: receiver.
Page 269: Refueling The Vehicle
STARTING AND OPERATING 267 REFUELING THE VEHICLE CAUTION! The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure system could result from using an improper fuel the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
Page 270: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
268 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: VEHICLE LOADING • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank Certification Label is full. As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis- • Tighten the fuel filler cap until you hear a “clicking” tration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label sound.
Page 271 STARTING AND OPERATING 269 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.
Page 272: Trailer Towing
270 STARTING AND OPERATING 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.
Page 273 STARTING AND OPERATING 271 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Trailer Sway Control The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the evenly.
Page 274 272 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Distributing Hitch WARNING! A weight-distributing system works by applying leverage • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for system may reduce handling, stability, braking per- heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow formance, and could result in a collision.
Page 275: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 273 Trailer Hitch Classification The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max.
Page 276: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
274 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. GCWR Max. GTW (Gross Engine/Transmission (Gross Combined Frontal Area Max. Tongue Weight Trailer Weight) Weight Rating) 8,750 lbs (3 968 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) Up to 2 persons &...
Page 277: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 Trailer And Tongue Weight CAUTION! Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on Always load a trailer with 60% of the weight in the your bumper or trailer hitch. front of the trailer. This places 10% of the GTW on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
Page 278: Towing Requirements
276 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements WARNING! To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drivetrain Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these components, the following guidelines are recommended. guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: CAUTION! •...
Page 279 STARTING AND OPERATING 277 Towing Requirements — Tires WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a spare tire. grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on the •...
Page 280 278 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes CAUTION! • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (453 kg) vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should This could cause inadequate braking and possible per- be of adequate capacity.
Page 281: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 NOTE: • Disconnect trailer wiring connector from the vehicle before launching a boat (or any other device plugged into vehicle’s electrical connect) into water. • Be sure to reconnect once clear from water area. Seven-Pin Connector 1 —...
Page 282 280 STARTING AND OPERATING • To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous Automatic Transmission driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as necessary The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. However, to avoid extended driving at high RPM. Return to a if frequent shifting occurs while in DRIVE, use the Elec- higher gear range or vehicle speed when grade and road tronic Range Select (ERS) shift control to manually select a...
Page 283: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground All Models Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Front Rear NOT ALLOWED On Trailer BEST METHOD NOTE: When towing your vehicle, always follow appli- 3.
Page 284: Driving Tips
282 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! • DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drive- Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. train will result. If this vehicle requires towing, Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the front make sure the drive wheels are OFF the ground.
Page 285: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 • Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and Shallow Standing Water the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shal- sudden stop. low standing water, consider the following Cautions and Warnings before doing so.
Page 286 284 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it. Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle. • Determine the condition of the road or the path that is under water and if there are any obstacles in the way before driving through the standing water.
Page 287 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CONTENTS ▫ Jacking Instructions .....303 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ... .286 ▫...
Page 288: Hazard Warning Flashers
286 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS This is an emergency warning system and it should not be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the lower vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for center area of the instrument panel.
Page 289: Bulb Replacement
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 287 BULB REPLACEMENT Replacement Bulbs Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Center & Rear Dome Lamp Center & Rear Reading Lamps Front Door Courtesy Lamp Front Header Reading Lamps – If Equipped Instrument Cluster Lamps PC74 Liftgate Lamp(s) Overhead Console Reading Lamps PC579 Removable Console Lamp –...
Page 290: Replacing Exterior Bulbs
288 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Headlamp H11LL Fog Lamp – If Equipped PSX24W Front Side Marker, Park/Turn Signal 3757A or PY27/7W Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal Lamp LED (Serviced at authorized dealer) Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp LED (Serviced at authorized dealer) Backup Lamp 3157...
Page 291 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 289 Front Park/Turn Signal Lamps 3. Reconnect the wiring harness to the new bulb and reinstall by inserting the new bulb straight into the fog 1. Raise the hood to access the rear of the headlamp lamp until it locks into place.
Page 292: Fuses
290 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE: 2. Twist and remove the socket from the lamp assembly and pull the bulb out to remove. • If a screwdriver is used, make sure a soft material is placed between the vehicle body and tool so not to 3.
Page 293: General Information
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 291 WARNING! (Continued) • If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air bag system, braking system), power unit systems (engine system, transmission system) or steering system blows, contact an authorized dealer. General Information The fuses protect electrical systems against excessive cur- rent.
Page 294: Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses)
292 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) CAUTION! The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the • When installing the Totally Integrated Power Mod- engine compartment near the battery. Refer to the appli- ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is cable “Engine Compartment”...
Page 295 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 293 The numbers inside the TIPM cover correspond to the following table. Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 40 Amp Green – Power Folding Seat 30 Amp Pink – Power Liftgate Module 30 Amp Pink – Rear Door Module 25 Amp Clear –...
Page 296 294 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 40 Amp Green – Front Blower 40 Amp Green – Starter Solenoid 20 Amp Blue – Powertrain Control Module Trans Range 60 Amp Yellow – Radiator Fan 30 Amp Pink –...
Page 297 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 295 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 15 Amp Blue Ignition Off Draw — Video System, Satellite Radio, DVD, Hands-Free Module, Universal Garage Door Opener, Vanity Lamp, Stream- ing Video Module — If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Climate Control System –...
Page 298 296 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 20 Amp Yellow Powertrain – 10 Amp Red Horn – 10 Amp Red Horn – 25 Amp Clear Rear Wiper – 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump – 10 Amp Red Power Mirror Switch, Driver Window Switch –...
Page 299: Jacking And Tire Changing
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 297 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet #3 (Instrument Panel Or With Console Center) – 10 Amp Red Antilock Brakes, Stability Control, Stop Lamp, Fuel Pump – 25 Amp Clear Door Lock/Unlock Motors, Liftgate Lock/ Unlock Motors The power windows are fused by a 25 Amp circuit breaker WARNING! (Continued)
Page 300: Jack Location
298 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Jack Location Spare Tire Tools If equipped, the jack, jack handle and winch handle tools The tool pouch contains three pieces and can be assembled are stowed behind the rear left side trim panel in the rear into a spare tire hook;...
Page 301: To Access Spare Tire Winch Drive Nut
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 299 Super Console For vehicles equipped with the Super Console, the spare tire winch assembly drive nut is located beneath the console. Assembling The Spare Tire Hook 1 — Spare Tire Hook/T-handle 2 — Extension 1 3 —...
Page 302 300 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 2. Open the front drawer to expose the storage compart- Base Cargo Center Console ment. Pull the Winch Cover assembly plug and retainer clip (if equipped) to access the winch drive nut. 3. Remove the liner from the console’s storage compart- ment to access the spare tire winch drive nut.
Page 303: Spare Tire Removal
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 301 Spare Tire Removal Spare Tire Removal Instructions The spare tire is stowed inside a protective cover located The spare tire is located under the vehicle beneath the under the center of the vehicle between the front doors by center console area.
Page 304 302 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE: If either front tire is flat it may be necessary to jack CAUTION! up the vehicle to remove the compact spare tire/cover assembly from under the vehicle. The winch mechanism is designed for use with the winch T-handle only.
Page 305: Preparations For Jacking
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 303 Preparations For Jacking Jacking Instructions 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or WARNING! slippery areas. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help WARNING! prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: •...
Page 306 304 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on careful of motor traffic. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
Page 307 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 305 Jack Locations Jack Location CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated. Rear jack locations are between a pair of down-facing tabs on the sill flange of the vehicle side body.
Page 308 306 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Rear Jacking Locations Rear Jack Engaged Front jack location is on the sill flange of the vehicle body and is located 6 inches (150 mm) from door edge.
Page 309 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 307 Front Jack Locations Front Jack Engaged NOTE: In some situations the jack may need to be placed on its side in order to be pushed under the vehicle. Return the jack to its correct orientation once it is under the vehicle.
Page 310 308 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 5. Remove the wheel lug nuts. For vehicles with wheel WARNING! covers, remove the cover from the wheel by hand by holding down the wheel and pulling on convenient Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The features on the cover.
Page 311 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 309 8. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened twice. For correct lug nut torque refer to “Torque Specifications”...
Page 312: Securing The Compact Spare Tire
310 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 11. Stow the cable and wheel spacer before driving the WARNING! vehicle. Reassemble the winch handle extensions to form a “T” and fit the winch T-handle over the drive A loose compact spare tire/cover assembly, thrown nut.
Page 313: Road Tire Installation
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 311 5. Continue to rotate the nut to the right until you hear the WARNING! winch mechanism click three times. It cannot be over- tightened. Check under the vehicle to ensure the com- Verify that both retainer tabs of the wheel spacer have pact spare tire/cover assembly is positioned correctly been properly extended through the center of the against the underside of the vehicle.
Page 314 312 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY vehicle is lowered. Tightening an improperly seated wheel under vehicle load can damage the threads, cause vibration, and undermine safety. WARNING! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered.
Page 315: Tire Service Kit - If Equipped
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 313 Vehicles Without Wheel Covers 4. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each 2.
Page 316 314 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Tire Service Kit Storage Tire Service Kit And Components And Operation The Tire Service Kit is stowed behind the rear left side trim panel in the rear cargo area. Tire Service Kit Components 1 — Mode Select Knob 2 —...
Page 317 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 315 Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Using The Power Button Your Tire Service Kit is equipped with the following Push and release the Power Button once symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. to turn On the Tire Service Kit.
Page 318 316 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY • The Sealant Bottle is a one tire application use and needs and make sure the Mode Select Knob is in the Air Mode to be replaced after each use. Always replace these when inflating such items to avoid injecting sealant into components immediately at your original equipment them.
Page 319 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 317 Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit WARNING! (Continued) Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service Kit: • Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or heat source. 1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s •...
Page 320 318 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 3. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the Injecting Tire Service Kit Sealant Into The Deflated Tire: fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose 1. Always start the vehicle before turning ON the Tire onto the valve stem.
Page 321 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 319 NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the Sealant tire. Hose: If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – 10 1. Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no longer seconds through the Sealant Hose: flowing through hose (typically takes 30 - 70 seconds).
Page 322 320 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY If the tire inflates to the recommended pressure or is at Drive Vehicle: least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) pressure within 15 minutes: Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, NOTE: If the tire becomes over-inflated, push the Deflation drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recommended minutes to ensure distribution of the...
Page 323 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 321 After Driving: 5. Uncoil the Hose and screw the fitting at the end of the hose onto the valve stem. Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service Kit” in this section before continuing. 1.
Page 324 322 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher: NOTE: When having the tire serviced, advise the autho- rized dealer or service center that the tire has been sealed 1. Push the Power Button to turn on Tire Service Kit and using the Tire Service Kit.
Page 325 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 323 3. Remove the bottle cover. 4. Rotate the bottle up beyond vertical to release. Remove The Bottle Cover Rotate The Bottle Up...
Page 326: Jump Starting
324 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 5. Pull the bottle away from the Compressor. JUMP STARTING 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. Jump starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
Page 327: Preparations For Jump Start
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 325 Preparations For Jump Start WARNING! (Continued) The battery in your vehicle is located on the left side of the • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch engine compartment. bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact.
Page 328: Jump Starting Procedure
326 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Jump Starting Procedure the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and the fuel injection system. WARNING! WARNING! Failure to follow this jump starting procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) post battery explosion.
Page 329: If Your Engine Overheats
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 327 • In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission in 3. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed. 4.
Page 330: Gear Selector Override
328 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY WARNING! You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
Page 331: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 329 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE information. Once the vehicle has been freed, push the ESC Off switch again to restore ESC On mode. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering WARNING! wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.
Page 332: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
330 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground ALL MODELS Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable: • Transmission in NEUTRAL Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow Rear •...
Page 333: Enhanced Accident Response System
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 331 If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be CAUTION! towed faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than 15 • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. miles (24 km), it must be towed with the front wheels OFF the ground (using a flatbed truck, or wheel lift Vehicle damage may occur.
Page 334: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
332 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per- formed under certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle.
Page 335 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE CONTENTS ▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ....348 SCHEDULED SERVICING ....335 ▫...
Page 336 334 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ▫ Body And Underbody Maintenance ..382 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....379 ▫...
Page 337: Scheduled Servicing
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 335 SCHEDULED SERVICING NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), 12 months or 350 Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350 indicator system.
Page 338: Maintenance Plan
336 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Plan Required Maintenance Intervals. Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance intervals. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter. •...
Page 339 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 337 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if nec- essary. Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary.
Page 340 338 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. (**) The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, WARNING! yearly intervals do not apply. •...
Page 341: Engine Compartment
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 339 ENGINE COMPARTMENT Engine Compartment — 3.6L 1 — Air Filter 6 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 —...
Page 342: Checking Oil Level
340 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Checking Oil Level The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid when the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates. To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at WARNING! regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
Page 343: Dealer Service
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 341 WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to battery that the positive cable is attached to the contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 344: Engine Oil
342 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 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).
Page 345: Engine Oil Filter
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 343 The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended Materials Added To Engine Oil engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on The manufacturer strongly recommends against the addi- engine oil filler cap location, refer to the “Engine Compart- tion of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to the ment”...
Page 346: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
344 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Air Conditioner Maintenance Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” in this section for the For best possible performance, your air conditioner should proper maintenance intervals. be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season.
Page 347 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 345 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.
Page 348: Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
346 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 7. Rotate the glove compartment door back into position and reinstall tether. Accessory Drive Belt Inspection WARNING! • Do not attempt to inspect an accessory drive belt with vehicle running. • When working near the radiator cooling fan, discon- nect the fan motor lead.
Page 349: Body Lubrication
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 347 • Longitudinal belt cracking (cracks between two ribs) When inspecting accessory drive belts, small cracks that run across ribbed surface of belt from rib to rib, are • Belt slips considered normal. These are not a reason to replace belt. •...
Page 350: Windshield Wiper Blades
348 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating excess oil NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending and grease should be removed. Particular attention should on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor perfor- also be given to hood latching components to ensure mance of blades may be present with chattering, marks, proper function.
Page 351 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 349 WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv- Breathing it can make you unconscious and can ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor-...
Page 352: Cooling System
350 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage: WARNING! (Continued) • Do not interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in • Keep hands, tools, clothing, and jewelry away from gear and the vehicle is in motion. the radiator cooling fan when the hood is raised.
Page 353 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 351 Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill NOTE: • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than speci- NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant fied Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead to (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may severe internal engine damage.
Page 354 352 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant prop- • Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant erly. Failure to fill these systems properly could lead to that meets the requirements of FCA Material Standard severe internal engine damage.
Page 355 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 353 • Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom- WARNING! (Continued) mended and can result in cooling system damage. If • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one speci- HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency, fied for your vehicle.
Page 356: Brake System
354 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY safely driven.
Page 357 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 355 Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check WARNING! The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. when performing underhood services, or immediately if Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical the “Brake System Warning Light”...
Page 358: Automatic Transmission
356 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate Using a transmission fluid other than the manufactur- the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be er’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure. transmission shift quality and/or torque converter This could result in a collision.
Page 359: Raising The Vehicle
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 357 Fluid Level Check Fluid And Filter Changes The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” in this section for the adjustment under normal operating conditions. Routine proper maintenance intervals. fluid level checks are not required, therefore the transmis- In addition, change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes sion fill tube is capped and no dipstick is provided.
Page 360 358 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tire Markings NOTE: • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: P215/65R15 95H. • European — Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards.
Page 361 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 359 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.
Page 362 360 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 –...
Page 363 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 361 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.
Page 364 362 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.
Page 365 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 363 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire (if equipped), at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle.
Page 366 364 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”...
Page 367 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 365 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.”...
Page 368 366 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the rec- ommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never over- load them.
Page 369: Tires - General Information
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 367 Tires — General Information WARNING! (Continued) Tire Pressure • Overinflated or underinflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and vehicle control. satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
Page 370 368 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Fuel Economy CAUTION! Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, always resulting in higher fuel consumption. reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture Tread Wear and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem.
Page 371 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 369 pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), which Radial Ply Tires equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition. WARNING! Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on during operation.
Page 372 370 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Run Flat Tires — If Equipped Tire Spinning Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid loss of inflation spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for pressure.
Page 373 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 371 Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: • Driving style. • Tire pressure - Improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread.
Page 374 372 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little It is recommended you contact an authorized tire dealer or exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with original equipment dealer with any questions you may oil, grease, and gasoline.
Page 375: Tire Types
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 373 Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry condi- • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having ad- tions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or on ice. equate speed capability can result in sudden tire If your vehicle is equipped with Summer tires, be aware failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 376: Spare Tires - If Equipped
374 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Snow Tires Spare Tires — If Equipped Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead during the Winter. Snow tires can be identified by a of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit”...
Page 377 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 375 Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped WARNING! The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. Compact and collapsible spares are for temporary You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a compact emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive spare by looking at the spare tire description on the Tire more than 50 mph (80 km/h).
Page 378 376 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a Limited Use Spare — If Equipped conventional tire on the collapsible spare wheel, since the The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use wheel is designed specifically for the collapsible spare tire.
Page 379: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 377 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including excessive brake dust, care must be taken in the selection of tire and All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome wheel cleaning chemicals and equipment to prevent dam- plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly using mild (neu- age to the wheels.
Page 380: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
378 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Dark Vapor Chrome, Black Satin Chrome, or Low Gloss WARNING! Clear Coat Wheels Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow) CAUTION! between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable handling. You could lose control and have a collision. If your vehicle is equipped with these specialty wheels, DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives, or CAUTION!
Page 381: Tire Rotation Recommendations
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 379 The suggested rotation method is the “forward cross” CAUTION! (Continued) shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern does • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- not apply to some directional tires that must not be tions on the method of installation, operating speed, reversed.
Page 382: Treadwear
380 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal WARNING! safety requirements in addition to these grades. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on Treadwear straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled peak traction characteristics.
Page 383: Vehicle Storage
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 381 BODYWORK WARNING! Protection From Atmospheric Agents The temperature grade for this tire is established for Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geographic a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road ing, either separately or in combination, can cause...
Page 384: Body And Underbody Maintenance
382 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumulated on your vehicle, use Mopar Super Kleen Bug and Tar • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. Remover to remove. Body And Underbody Maintenance •...
Page 385: Interiors
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 383 • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of INTERIORS the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear and Seats And Fabric Parts open. Use Mopar Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and •...
Page 386: Plastic And Coated Parts
384 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses WARNING! The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care leave you with no protection.
Page 387: Cleaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 385 Cleaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders Installation Place the liner into the cupholder drawer and push the Removal liner into place so that the retention tabs seat into the Pull the flexible liner from the cupholder drawer starting at corresponding openings in the drawer.
Page 389 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONTENTS ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ....393 IDENTIFICATION DATA....388 ▫...
Page 390: Identification Data
388 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS IDENTIFICATION DATA Vehicle Identification Number The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield. This number also appears stamped on the right sliding door sill under the sill moulding and printed on the Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title.
Page 391: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 389 In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e., repeated brake applications with the engine OFF) the brakes will still function. However, the effort required to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required with the power system operating.
Page 392: Fuel Requirements
390 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FUEL REQUIREMENTS 3.6L Engine This engine is designed to meet all emis- sions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and performance when using high-quality unleaded “Regular” gasoline having an octane rating of 87 as specified by the (R+M)/2 method. The use of higher octane “Premium”...
Page 393: Reformulated Gasoline
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 391 Reformulated Gasoline Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents should be avoided. Many of these materials intended for gum and Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning varnish removal may contain active solvents or similar gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline”.
Page 394: Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
392 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles MMT In Gasoline Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gasoline Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) is containing up to 15% ethanol (E-15). Use of gasoline with a manganese-containing metallic additive that is blended higher ethanol content may void the New Vehicle Limited into some gasoline to increase octane.
Page 395: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 393 Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to WARNING! overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mon- malfunctioning and may require immediate service.
Page 396: Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only)
394 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) WARNING! E-85 General Information Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could The information in this section is unique for Flexible Fuel cause serious personal injury. Never have any smoking vehicles only. These vehicles can be identified by a unique materials lit or products that can cause spark in or near fuel filler door label that states Ethanol (E-85) or Unleaded the vehicle when removing the fuel filler tube cap (gas...
Page 397: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 395 NOTE: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles • Use seasonally adjusted E-85 fuel (ASTM D5798). With non-seasonally adjusted E-85 fuel, hard starting and FFV vehicles operated on E-85 require specially formulated rough idle following start up may be experienced even if engine oils.
Page 398: Cruising Range
396 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Cruising Range CAUTION! Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter than Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol gasoline, an increase in fuel consumption will be experi- compatible components can damage your vehicle. enced. The miles per gallon (mpg)/kilometers per liter and the driving range will decrease by approximately 30%, Maintenance compared to gasoline operation.
Page 399: Fluid Capacities
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 397 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 20 Gallons 76 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certi- 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters fied). Cooling System * 3.6L Engine (Mopar Antifreeze/ 13.4 Quarts 12.6 Liters Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) meeting the requirements of FCA Material Stan- dard MS.90032.
Page 400: Fluids And Lubricants
398 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 Technology) meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032. Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-6395 such as Mopar, Pennzoil, and Pennzoil Gold Semi-Synthetic.
Page 401 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 399 CAUTION! • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine dam- age and may decrease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is differ- ent and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (anti- freeze) or any “globally compatible”...
Page 402: Chassis
400 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, Or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Use only ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-9602. Failure to use ATF+4 fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. We recommend Mopar ATF+4 Fluid. Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use Mopar DOT 3 meeting the require- ments of FCA Material Standard MS.90039.
Page 403 MULTIMEDIA CONTENTS ▫ Controlling The iPod Or External USB Device CYBERSECURITY ..... . .403 Using Radio Buttons.....407 RADIO 430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/NAV —...
Page 404 402 MULTIMEDIA ▫ Locking The Remote Control ....419 ▫ Add Names To Your Uconnect Phonebook ..437 ▫ Edit Uconnect Phonebook Entries ...438 ▫...
Page 405: Cybersecurity
MULTIMEDIA CYBERSECURITY WARNING! Your vehicle may be a connected vehicle and may be • It is not possible to know or to predict all of the equipped with both wired and wireless networks. These possible outcomes if your vehicle’s systems are networks allow your vehicle to send and receive informa- breached.
Page 406: Radio 430/430N Cd/Dvd/Hdd/Nav
404 MULTIMEDIA NOTE: RADIO 430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED • FCA or your dealer may contact you directly regarding software updates. Refer to your Uconnect Owner’s Manual Supplement for detailed operating instructions. • To help further improve vehicle security and minimize the potential risk of a security breach, vehicle owners Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) should:...
Page 407: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
MULTIMEDIA STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF The left-hand rocker switch has a push-button in the center. The function of the left-hand switch is different, depending EQUIPPED on which mode you are in. The following describes the left-hand rocker switch opera- tion in each mode.
Page 408: Ipod/Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped
406 MULTIMEDIA IPOD/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port, located in the glove compart- ment. If equipped, there may also be two USB ports located on the lower trim piece right behind the driver’s sliding door that are for charging devices only.
Page 409: Using This Feature
MULTIMEDIA Once the audio device is connected and synchronized to Controlling The iPod Or External USB Device the vehicle’s iPod/USB/MP3 control system (iPod or ex- Using Radio Buttons ternal USB device may take a few minutes to connect), the To enter the AUX/USB/MP3 control mode and access a audio device starts charging and is ready for use by connected audio device, either push the “AUX”...
Page 410: List Or Browse Mode
408 MULTIMEDIA • Jump backward in the current track by pushing and • Push the SCAN button to use AUX/USB/MP3 device holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW button scan mode, which will play the first ten seconds of each long enough will jump to the beginning of the current track in the current list and then forward to the next track.
Page 411 MULTIMEDIA • Turning it clockwise (forward) and counterclockwise Pushing a PRESET button will display the current list on (backward) scrolls through the lists, displaying the track the top line and the first item in that list on the second line. detail on the radio display.
Page 412: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)
410 MULTIMEDIA Play Mode CAUTION! When switched to BTSA mode, some audio devices can • Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any start playing music over the vehicle’s audio system, but supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in ex- some devices require the music to be initiated on the device treme heat or cold can alter the operation or damage first, then it will get streamed to the Uconnect phone...
Page 413: Uconnect Multimedia - Video Entertainment System (Ves) - If Equipped
MULTIMEDIA Browse Getting Started • Screen located in the overhead console: Unfold the Browsing is not available on a Bluetooth Streaming Audio overhead LCD screen(s) by pushing the button on the (BTSA) device. Only the current song that is playing will overhead console behind the screen(s).
Page 414: Play Video Games
412 MULTIMEDIA Play Video Games NOTE: Certain high-end video game consoles will exceed the power limit of the vehicle’s Power Inverter. Refer to Connect the video game console to the Auxiliary RCA “Power Inverter — If Equipped” in “Getting To Know Your input jacks or HDMI port, located on the left side behind Vehicle”...
Page 415: Play A Dvd Using The Touchscreen Radio
MULTIMEDIA Using The Touchscreen Radio Controls Play A DVD Using The Touchscreen Radio 1. Push the MENU button on the radio faceplate. NOTE: Headunit DVD player does not play Blu-ray Discs. 2. Press the Rear VES button on the touchscreen to display 1.
Page 416: Play A Dvd Using The Ves Player - If Equipped
414 MULTIMEDIA Using The Touchscreen Radio Controls NOTE: • To view a DVD on the radio push the RADIO/MEDIA 1. Push the MENU button on the radio faceplate. button on the radio faceplate, then press the DISC tab 2. Press the Rear VES button on the touchscreen to display button on the touchscreen and then the VIEW VIDEO the Rear VES Controls.
Page 417 MULTIMEDIA Using The Remote Control 1. Push the SOURCE button on the Remote Control. 2. Highlight VES DISC by either pushing Up/Down/Left/ Right buttons or by repeatedly pushing the SOURCE button, then push ENTER/OK on the Remote Control. NOTE: The VES will retain the last setting when turned off. Using The Touchscreen Radio Controls 1.
Page 418: Ves Remote Control - If Equipped
416 MULTIMEDIA VES Remote Control — If Equipped Select Channel/Screen 1 And DISC In The VES Column NOTE: VES Remote Control • To view a DVD on the radio push the RADIO/MEDIA Controls And Indicators button on the radio faceplate, then press the DISC tab button on the touchscreen and then the VIEW VIDEO 1.
Page 419 MULTIMEDIA 3. Light – Turns the remote control backlighting on or off. (Stop) – Stops disc play. The remote backlighting turns off automatically after 10. PROG Up/Down / Rewind/skip back and fast fwd/ five seconds. skip forward – When listening to a radio mode, push- 4.
Page 420: Remote Control Storage
418 MULTIMEDIA 15. SETUP – When in a video mode, push the SETUP Remote Control Storage button to access the display settings (see the display The video screen comes with a built in storage compart- settings section) to access the DVD setup menu, select ment for the remote control which is accessible when the the menu button on the radio.
Page 421: Multimedia
MULTIMEDIA Locking The Remote Control Replacing The Remote Control Batteries All remote control functionality can be disabled as a The remote control requires two AAA batteries for opera- parental control feature. tion. To replace the batteries: • To disable the Remote Control from making any 1.
Page 422: Headphones Operation
420 MULTIMEDIA Headphones Operation Front seat occupants receive some headphone audio cov- erage to allow them to adjust the headphone volume for the young rear seat occupants that may not be able to do so for themselves. If no audio is heard after increasing the volume control, verify that the screen is turned on and in the down position and that the channel is not muted.
Page 423: Replacing The Headphone Batteries
MULTIMEDIA Replacing The Headphone Batteries NOTE: When the Accessibility feature is enabled, and the remote control is used in the rear seats to control the Video Each set of headphones requires two AAA batteries for Entertainment System (VES), the DVD functions will be operation.
Page 424: System Information
422 MULTIMEDIA FOR ANY INJURIES OR DAMAGES TO PERSONS OR If you have any questions or comments regarding your PROPERTY RESULTING FROM THE USE OF, OR ANY Aptiv wireless headphones, or to register your wireless FAILURE OR DEFECT IN, THE PRODUCT, NOR IS AP- headphones, please phone: TIV LIABLE FOR ANY GENERAL, SPECIAL, DIRECT, 1-248-724-5900...
Page 425 MULTIMEDIA 2. CD Changer (in radio): Ability to Disk Up/Down and Display Settings program all listed CD controls (Fast Forward, Rewind, When watching a video source (DVD Video with the disc Scan, and Track Up/Down). in Play mode, Aux Video, etc.), pushing the remote con- trol’s SETUP button activates the Display Settings menu.
Page 426 424 MULTIMEDIA 3. To change the current audio mode, push the remote DVD Region Codes control’s MODE button. This will automatically select The DVD player and many DVD Discs are coded by the next available audio mode without using the geographic region.
Page 427 MULTIMEDIA If you record a disc using a personal computer, there may The recommended method for labeling recordable discs be cases where the DVD player may not be able to play (CD-R, CD-RW, and DVD-R) is with a permanent marker. some or the entire disc, even if it is recorded in a compat- Do not use adhesive labels as they may separate from the ible format and is playable on other players.
Page 428 426 MULTIMEDIA • Other compression formats such as AAC, MP3 Pro, Ogg Disc Errors Vorbis, and ATRAC3 will not play. The DVD player will If the DVD player is unable to read the disc, a Disc Error automatically skip the file and begin playing the next message is displayed on the Radio display and the disc is available file.
Page 429 MULTIMEDIA Display To enter a new language code, activate the DVD Setup Menu. To enter DVD Setup Menu stop the DVD, enter Other Language Setup radio disc mode, then DVD setup and follow these addi- tional instructions: • Using the remote control Up and Down cursor buttons, highlight the Language item you want to edit, and then push the remote control ENTER/OK button.
Page 430 428 MULTIMEDIA The default rating is Level 8 (play all discs without a Language Code Language Code password) and the default password is 0000. Dutch 2311 French 1517 German 1304 Italian 1819 Portuguese 2519 Spanish 1418 Rating And Password Setup The Rating and Password settings work together to control the types of DVDs that your family watches.
Page 431 MULTIMEDIA To set the password, activate the DVD Setup Menu and follow these additional instructions: • Using the remote control Left and Right cursor buttons, select the Rating tab. • Highlight Change Password , and then push the remote control’s ENTER/OK button. •...
Page 432 430 MULTIMEDIA • Enter the current password. Select a digit, use the remote The website provides the Source Code As Is and without control’s Up and Down cursor buttons to set the value warranty of any kind. By downloading Source Code, you for the current digit, and then push the remote control’s expressly assume all risk and liability associated with Right cursor button to select the next digit.
Page 433 MULTIMEDIA • THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE VC-1 mailing address to: Cinavia Consumer Information Center, PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL P.O. Box 86851, San Diego, CA, 92138, USA. AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO This product incorporates proprietary technology under (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE license from Verance Corporation and is protected by U.S.
Page 434: Uconnect Phone - If Equipped
432 MULTIMEDIA • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Trademark Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of • Java is a registered trademark of Oracle and/or its Dolby Laboratories. affiliates. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital video format CAUTION! created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation.
Page 435 MULTIMEDIA NOTE: The Uconnect Phone requires a mobile phone be linked to the system. Only one linked (or paired) mobile equipped with the Bluetooth “Hands-Free Profile,” Version phone can be used with the system at a time. The system is 0.96 or higher.
Page 436: Operation
434 MULTIMEDIA Voice Command Button The Uconnect display will be used for visual prompts from the Uconnect Phone such as “CELL” or caller ID on certain WARNING! radios. Operation Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following all applicable laws. Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect Your attention should be focused on safely operating Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect Phone menu...
Page 437: Help Command
MULTIMEDIA “Phonebook New Entry,” or you can break the com- Pair (Link) Uconnect Phone To A Mobile Phone pound form command into two voice commands: To begin using your Uconnect Phone, you must pair your “Phonebook” and “New Entry.” Please remember, the compatible Bluetooth enabled mobile phone.
Page 438: Dial By Saying A Number
436 MULTIMEDIA • You will then be asked to give your mobile phone a • The system will prompt you to say the number you want priority level between one and seven, with one being the to call. highest priority. You can pair up to seven mobile phones •...
Page 439: Phonebook Download - Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone
MULTIMEDIA • Only the phonebook of the currently connected mobile Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook phone is accessible. Transfer From Mobile Phone • Only the mobile phone’s phonebook is downloaded. If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, Uconnect Phone automatically downloads names (text SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone- names) and number entries from your mobile phone’s book.
Page 440: Edit Uconnect Phonebook Entries
438 MULTIMEDIA • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., • Next, choose the number designation (home, work, “Home,” “Work,” “Mobile,” or “Other”). This will allow mobile, or other) that you wish to edit. you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook entry, •...
Page 441: Delete/Erase "All" Uconnect Phonebook Entries
MULTIMEDIA To delete a Uconnect phonebook entry using Voice Com- Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect Phonebook Entries mands: NOTE: 1. Push the Phone button to begin. • ONLY the phonebook in the current language is deleted. 2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 442: Phone Call Features
440 MULTIMEDIA • The Uconnect Phone will play the names of all the Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — No Call phonebook entries, including the downloaded phone- Currently In Progress book entries, if available. When you receive a call on your mobile phone, the •...
Page 443 MULTIMEDIA Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In Conference Call Progress When two calls are in progress (one active and one on To make a second call while you are currently on a call, hold): push the Voice Command button and say “Dial”...
Page 444: Uconnect Phone Features
442 MULTIMEDIA 2. To bring the call back from hold, push and hold the the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the Phone button until you hear a single beep. call on the Uconnect Phone and transfer of the call to the mobile phone.
Page 445 MULTIMEDIA NOTE: After every Uconnect Phone language change NOTE: operation, only the language-specific 32-name phonebook • The emergency number dialed is based on the country is usable. The paired phone name is not language-specific where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. and and usable across all languages.
Page 446 444 MULTIMEDIA Roadside Assistance/Towing Assistance Working With Automated Systems If you need roadside assistance: This method is used in instances where one generally has to press numbers on the mobile phone keypad while • Push the Phone button to begin. navigating through an automated telephone system.
Page 447 MULTIMEDIA You can also send stored Uconnect Phonebook entries as Turning Confirmation Prompts On/Off tones for fast and easy access to voice mail and pager Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system entries. To use this feature, dial the number you wish to call from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect Phone and then push the Voice Command button and say,...
Page 448: Advanced Phone Connectivity
446 MULTIMEDIA Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad To un-mute the Uconnect Phone: • Push the Voice Command button. You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone keypad and still use the Uconnect Phone (while dialing via • Following the beep, say “Mute off.” the mobile phone keypad, the user must exercise caution Advanced Phone Connectivity and take precautionary safety measures).
Page 449: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect
MULTIMEDIA • The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. List Paired Mobile Phone Names If the selected phone is not available, the Uconnect • Push the Phone button to begin. Phone will return to using the highest priority phone •...
Page 450 448 MULTIMEDIA Voice Training 2. After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Setup,” then “Reset.” For users experiencing difficulty with the system recogniz- • This will delete all phone pairing, phone book entries, ing their voice commands or numbers, the Uconnect Phone and other settings in all language modes.
Page 451 MULTIMEDIA • Fully closed windows • Even though international dialing for most number combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing num- • Dry weather condition ber combinations may not be supported. NOTE: Far End Audio Performance • Even though the system is designed for users speaking Audio quality is maximized under: in North American English, French, and Spanish accents, •...
Page 452 450 MULTIMEDIA Recent Calls Send Messages: If your phone supports “Automatic Phonebook Down- You can send messages using Uconnect Phone. To send a load,” Uconnect Phone can list your Outgoing, Incoming new message: and Missed Calls. 1. Push the Phone button.
Page 453 MULTIMEDIA List of Preset Messages: Bluetooth Communication Link 1. Yes 11. See You in 15 minutes Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the Uconnect Phone. When this happens, the connection can 2. No 12. I am on my way generally be reestablished by switching the phone off/on.
Page 454 452 MULTIMEDIA Voice Tree Main Menu...
Page 455 MULTIMEDIA Voice Tree Phonebook...
Page 456 454 MULTIMEDIA Voice Tree Setup...
Page 457 MULTIMEDIA Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) delete zero dial download edit three emergency four English five erase all Espanol seven Francais eight help nine home star (*) language plus (+) list names pound (#) list phones add location mobile mute call...
Page 458: General Information
456 MULTIMEDIA General Information Primary Alternate (s) The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio pair a phone Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: phone pairing pairing This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and phonebook phone book with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Page 459: Regulatory And Safety Information
MULTIMEDIA Regulatory And Safety Information The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: USA/CANADA This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). The radiated output power of the internal wireless radio is Operation is subject to the following two conditions: far below the FCC and IC radio frequency exposure limits.
Page 460: Voice Command - If Equipped
458 MULTIMEDIA NOTE: VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED • This equipment has been tested and found to comply Voice Command System Operation with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to The Uconnect Voice Command system allows provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer- you to control your AM, FM radio, disk player,...
Page 461: Commands
MULTIMEDIA NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few seconds, To hear the first available Menu, push the Voice Command the system will present you with a list of options. button and say “Help” or “Main Menu.” If you would like to interrupt the system while it lists Commands options, push the Voice Command...
Page 462 460 MULTIMEDIA In this mode, you can say the following commands: Radio FM • “Radio AM” (to switch to the radio AM mode) To switch to the FM band, say “FM” or “Radio FM.” In this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
Page 463 MULTIMEDIA • “Next Track” (to play the next track) Disc Mode • “Previous Track” (to play the previous track) To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc.” In this mode, you may say the following commands: Memo Mode • “Track” (#) (to change the track) To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo.”...
Page 464: Voice Training
462 MULTIMEDIA Setup Voice Training To switch to system setup, you may say one of the For users experiencing difficulty with the system recogniz- following: ing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect Voice “Voice Training” feature may be used. •...
Page 465: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
MULTIMEDIA CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular disc, it may be damaged (e.g., scratched, reflective coating To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc), oversized, or precautions: have protection encoding.
Page 467 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ......466 Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 468: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
466 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.
Page 469: Fca Us Llc Customer Center
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 467 Any communication to the manufacturer’s customer center In Mexico Contact should include the following information: Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 • Owner’s name and address Sante Fe C.P. 05109 • Owner’s telephone number (home and office) Mexico, D.
Page 470: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
468 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech questions about the service contract, call the manufactur- Impaired (TDD/TTY) er’s Service Contract National Customer Hotline at 1-800- 521-9922 (Canadian residents, call (800) 465-2001 English / To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the (800) 387-9983 French).
Page 471: Warranty Information
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 469 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS WARNING! In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C. Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only), If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should nents contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of immediately inform the National Highway Traffic...
Page 472: In Canada
470 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE In Canada Diagnostic Procedure Manuals If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, should contact the Customer Service Department imme- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals diately.
Page 473 INDEX...
Page 474 472 INDEX About Your Brakes ......388 Air Conditioner Refrigerant ....344, 345 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .
Page 475 INDEX 473 Automatic Headlights ......62 Anti-Lock (ABS) ......388 Automatic Transmission .
Page 476 474 INDEX Certification Label ......268 Coat Hook .......112 Chains, Tire .
Page 477 INDEX 475 Cupholders ......113, 385 Driving Customer Assistance ......466 Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Cybersecurity .
Page 478 476 INDEX Checking Oil Level ..... . .340 Filters Compartment ......339 Air Cleaner .
Page 479 INDEX 477 Fluids And Lubricants ..... . .398 Gasoline, Reformulated ..... .391 Fog Lights .
Page 480 478 INDEX Head Restraints ......49 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)....67 Heated Mirrors .
Page 481 INDEX 479 Leaks, Fluid ......237 High Beam/Low Beam Select ....61, 62 Life Of Tires .
Page 482 480 INDEX Lubrication, Body ......347 MP3 Control ......406 Luggage Carrier .
Page 483 INDEX 481 Onboard Diagnostic System ....153 Vent Windows ......89 Operating Precautions .
Page 484 482 INDEX Refrigerant .......345 Safety Tips .......234 Release, Hood.
Page 485 INDEX 483 Seats .......32, 46, 48 Signals, Turn.....61, 152, 237, 289 Adjustment .
Page 486 484 INDEX Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls ..405 High Speed ......369 Storage .
Page 487 INDEX 485 Disabled Vehicle ......330 Tread Wear Indicators ..... . .370 Guide .
Page 488 486 INDEX System Operation ......458 Voice Training ......462 Voice Recognition System (VR) .
Page 489 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than EQUIPMENT normal may require special precautions. Special design considerations are incorporated into this All installations should be checked for possible interfer- vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio ence between the communications equipment and the frequency signals.

Dodge Grand Caravan 2019 Owner's Manual

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