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Page 5: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS ..............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 7: Introduction
INTRODUCTION • INTRODUCTION ......4 • ROLLOVER WARNING ......4 •...
Page 8: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds or higher center of gravity than many passenger while intoxicated may result in loss of control, cars. It is capable of performing better in a Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler collision with other vehicles or objects, going wide variety of off-road applications.
Page 9: Important Notice
Failure to use the driver and passenger seat After you have read the Owner’s Manual, it In view of the many replacement parts and belts provided is a major cause of severe or should be stored in the vehicle for convenient accessories from various manufacturers avail- fatal injury.
Page 10: How To Use This Manual
Your warranties do not cover any part that the When it comes to service, remember that your descriptions and illustrations may differ from manufacturer did not supply. Nor do they cover authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has your vehicle’s equipment. the cost of any repairs or adjustments that the factory-trained technicians and genuine The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s...
Page 12: Warnings And Cautions
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is ALTERATIONS against operating procedures that could result found on the left front corner of the instrument in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains panel.
Page 13: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ....12 • Ignition Key Removal ..... . . 12 •...
Page 14 • ILLUMINATED ENTRY ......16 • REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) ....16 •...
Page 15 • Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) ..30 • Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert ) . . 32 • Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ....32 •...
Page 16: A Word About Your Keys
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal Manual Transmission — If Equipped The keys to your vehicle are double-sided and 1. Turn the key to the ACC position. Automatic Transmission can be used in the locks with either side up. 2.
Page 17: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF WARNING! (Continued) Personal Settings (Customer-Program- EQUIPPED • Do not leave children or animals inside mable Features)” in “Understanding Your Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior Instrument Panel”...
Page 18: To Release The Steering Wheel Lock
To Release The Steering Wheel Lock The system uses ignition keys, which have an longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there embedded electronic chip (transponder) to is a fault in the electronics. Should this occur, Insert the key in the ignition and turn the wheel prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.
Page 19: Customer Key Programming
General Information tently, turn on the headlights and flash the turn CAUTION! signals/side repeaters and the Vehicle Security The Sentry Key Immobilizer is a 433.92 MHz Always remove the Sentry Keys from the Light in the cluster. system. It will be used in the following Euro- vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the pean countries, which apply Directive 1999/5/ Rearming Of The System...
Page 20: To Disarm The System
The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to pro- NOTE: cluster will flash rapidly for about 16 seconds to tect your vehicle; however, you can create • The front courtesy overhead console and signal that the Vehicle Security Alarm is arming. conditions where the Vehicle Security Alarm will door courtesy lights do not turn on if the During this period, opening any door or the...
Page 21: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors 3. Test the feature from outside the vehicle by pressing the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on First This feature lets you program the system to the RKE transmitter. unlock either the driver’s door or all doors and Repeat these steps if you want to return this the liftgate on the first press of the UNLOCK feature to its previous setting.
Page 22: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
To Lock The Doors And Liftgate 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the RKE WARNING! transmitter LOCK button while still holding the Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE To avoid injury stand back when opening. UNLOCK button. transmitter to lock all doors and the liftgate.
Page 23 2. With the RKE transmitter buttons facing General Information 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a down, use a flat blade tool to pry the two halves radio station tower, airport transmitter, and Transmitters and receivers operate on a carrier of the RKE transmitter case apart.
Page 24: Power Door Locks
NOTE: If you press the power door LOCK switch while WARNING! (Continued) the key is in the ignition, and any front door is The manual door locks will not lock or un- • Do not leave the key fob in or near the open, the power locks will not operate.
Page 25: Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors
3. The transmission is in NEUTRAL or PARK. 3. Press the power door UNLOCK switch to unlock the doors. 4. The driver door is opened. 4. A single chime will indicate the completion 5. The doors were not previously unlocked. of the programming.
Page 26: Windows
• For emergency exit with the system en- Auto-Down Feature The driver’s and front passenger’s (if equipped gaged, move the lock knob up (unlocked position), roll down the window, and open for passenger side) power window switches the door with the outside door handle. have an “Auto-Down”...
Page 27 Programmable Features)” in “Understanding For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power WARNING! Your Instrument Panel” for further information. window switches will remain active for up to There is no anti-pinch protection when the 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to Auto Up Feature With Anti-Pinch window is almost closed.
Page 28 Window Lockout Button sunroof or Sky Slider™ (if equipped) in certain NOTE: The window lockout button on the driver’s door open or partially open positions. This is a Use the power door LOCK switch on either trim panel allows you to disable the window normal occurrence and can be minimized.
Page 29: Occupant Restraints
• Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Cur- can be used to open the liftgate. The emer- gency liftgate latch release can be accessed tains (SABIC) for the driver and passengers through a snap-in cover located on the lift- seated next to a window gate trim panel.
Page 30: Lap/Shoulder Belts
system properly, to keep you and your passen- Lap/Shoulder Belts WARNING! (Continued) gers as safe as possible. All seating positions in your vehicle are • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is danger- equipped with lap/shoulder belts. The belt ous. Seat belts are designed to go around webbing retractor is designed to lock during WARNING! the large bones of your body.
Page 31 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. dangerous. Your body could strike the in- side surfaces of the vehicle in an accident, 2.
Page 32 WARNING! WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in an risk of injury in an accident. The belt forces accident and leave you with no protection. won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, Inspect the belt system periodically, checking but across your abdomen.
Page 33: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
verify the shoulder belt anchorage is As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you This safety belt system has a retractor assem- will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller bly that is designed to release webbing in a latched, pull downward on the shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked into position.
Page 34: Supplemental Active Head Restraints (Ahr)
pant early in a collision. Pretensioners work for How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) all size occupants, including those in child Work restraints. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) de- termines whether the severity, or type of rear NOTE: impact will require the Active Head Restraints These devices are not a substitute for (AHR) to deploy.
Page 35 NOTE: 2. Position the hands on the top of the de- ployed AHR at a comfortable position. For more information on properly adjusting and positioning the head restraint, refer to 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of “Adjusting Active Head Restraints” in “Un- the vehicle then down to engage the locking derstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”.
Page 36: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
NOTE: until the respective seat belts are fastened. The Seat Belts And Pregnant Women driver should instruct all other occupants to • If you have difficulties or problems reset- We recommend that pregnant women use the fasten their seat belts. If a front seat belt is seat belts throughout their pregnancy.
Page 37 This vehicle may be equipped with a driver NOTE: and/or front passenger seat belt buckle switch • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the that detects whether the driver or front passen- interior trim, but they will open during air ger seat belt is fastened.
Page 38 • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) Buckle Switch • Do not put anything on or around the air • Your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air- Advanced Front Air Bag Features bag covers or attempt to manually open bags, do not have any accessory items The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multi- them.
Page 39 NOTE: Knee Impact Bolsters Children that are not big enough to properly The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the wear the vehicle seat belt should be secured in • Should a vehicle rollover occur, the pre- knees of the driver and the front passenger, the rear seat, in a child restraint or belt- tensioners and/or SABIC air bags on both and position front occupants for the best inter-...
Page 40 5. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls in crashes with little vehicle front-end damage be modified to accommodate a disabled per- but that produce a severe initial deceleration. Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) son, contact the customer center.
Page 41 • Also, the ORC turns on the “Air fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds. This WARNING! Bag Warning Light” for four to is about half of the time it takes to blink your Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your eight seconds for a self-check eyes.
Page 42 window. The air bag inflates in about 30 milli- NOTE: If A Deployment Occurs seconds (about one quarter of the time it takes The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to At no time should any Supplemental Re- to blink your eyes) with enough force to injure deflate immediately after deployment.
Page 43 inflation. These airborne particles may irri- Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) tate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you • Do not attempt to modify any part of your have skin or eye irritation, rinse the area with WARNING! air bag system.
Page 44 Air Bag Warning Light ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly These data can help provide a better under- standing of the circumstances in which crashes check the fuse block for blown fuses. Refer You will want to have the air bags to the label located on the inside of the fuse and injuries occur.
Page 45: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Children 12 years or under should ride properly WARNING! buckled up in a rear seat, if available. Accord- Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled • “Extreme Hazard! Do not use a rearward- ing to crash statistics, children are safer when up all the time, including babies and children.
Page 46 Seating Position (or other site) Mass Group Front Passenger Rear Outboard Rear Center Intermediate Outboard Intermediate Center Group up to 10 kg Group 0+ up to 13 kg Group I 9 to 18 kg Group II 15 to 25 kg Group III 22 to 36 kg Key of letters used in the table above:...
Page 47 Vehicle ISOFIX Positions Chart Front Rear Outboard Intermediate Intermediate Mass Group Size Class Fixture Rear Center Other Sites Passenger Left/Right Outboard Center ISO/L1 Carrycot ISO/L2 ISO/R1 IUF/IUF 0 — up to 10 kg ISO/R1 IUF/IUF ISO/R2 *IUF/IUF 0+ — up to 13 kg ISO/R3 *IUF/IUF ISO/R2...
Page 48 IL = Suitable for particular ISOFIX child restraint often have a higher weight limit in the rearward- WARNING! (Continued) systems (CRS) given in the attachment list. facing direction than infant carriers do, so they • Improper installation can lead to failure of These ISOFIX CRS are those of the “specific can be used rearward-facing by children who an infant or child restraint.
Page 49 • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirm- possible, up to the highest weight or height WARNING! allowed by the child seat. These child seats are ing or slouching can move the belt out of When your child restraint is not in use, secure also held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt position.
Page 50 NOTE: refer to “Installing The ISOFIX-Compatible Child Restraint System” for typical installation When using the ISOFIX attaching system to instructions. install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant Installing The ISOFIX-Compatible Child restraints are stowed and out of reach of Restraint System children.
Page 51: Engine Break-In Recommendations
Many, but not all, restraint systems will be Drive moderately during the first 300 miles WARNING! equipped with separate straps on each side, (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), Improper installation of a child restraint to the with each having a hook or connector for speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are ISOFIX anchorages can lead to failure of an...
Page 52: Additional Requirements For Diesel Engine - If
Additional Requirements For Diesel If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate WARNING! (Continued) open, make sure that all windows are closed Engine — If Equipped • Do not allow people to ride in any area of and the climate control BLOWER switch is set During the first 1500 km avoid heavy loads, e.g.
Page 53: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
Safety Checks You Should Make against the windshield. See your authorized WARNING! (Continued) dealer for service if your defroster is inoper- Inside The Vehicle • Never put floor mats or other floor cover- able. Seat Belts ings on top of already installed floor mats. Floor Mat Safety Information Inspect the belt system periodically, checking Additional floor mats and other coverings...
Page 54: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Lights Fluid Leaks Have someone observe the operation of exte- Check area under vehicle after overnight park- Make Outside The Vehicle rior lights while you work the controls. Check ing for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid Tires turn signal and high beam indicator lights on leaks.
Page 55: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • MIRRORS ....... . 57 •...
Page 56 • Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone ......69 • VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED .
Page 57 • LIGHTS ....... . . 90 • Multifunction Lever ......90 •...
Page 58 • Mist Feature ......96 • Headlights With Wipers ..... 96 •...
Page 59 • Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode ....106 • Closing Sunroof — Express ....106 •...
Page 60 • STORAGE ......112 • Glove Box Storage Compartment ....112 •...
Page 61: Mirrors
MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Mirror — If CAUTION! Equipped Inside Day/Night Mirror To avoid damage to the mirror during clean- This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal ing, never spray any cleaning solution directly glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn and vertical mirror adjustment.
Page 62: Power Mirrors
NOTE: WARNING! For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Vehicles and other objects seen in the pas- Seat, you can use your Remote Keyless senger side convex mirror will look smaller Entry (RKE) transmitter or the memory and farther away than they really are. Relying switch on the instrument panel to return the too much on your passenger side convex power mirrors to pre-programmed posi-...
Page 63: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If 2. Unclip the visor from the center clip. The Uconnect™ Phone is driven through your Bluetooth “Hands-Free profile” mobile phone. Equipped 3. Pull the sun visor toward the inside rearview Uconnect™ Phone features Bluetooth tech- An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun mirror to extend it.
Page 64: Compatible Phones
• www.dodge.com/uconnect saying “Setup” and then “Phone Pairing”, the section. following compound command can be said: • www.jeep.com/uconnect “Setup Phone Pairing”. To find the list of compatible phones navigate The Uconnect™ Phone can be used with • For each feature explanation in this section,...
Page 65 • For identification purposes, you will be book” and “New Entry”. Please remember, Pair (Link) Uconnect™ Phone To A Mobile the Uconnect™ Phone works best when you prompted to give the Uconnect™ Phone a Phone talk in a normal conversational tone, as if To begin using your Uconnect™...
Page 66 • The system will prompt you to say the num- • The Uconnect™ Phone will confirm the name • When prompted, recite the phone number ber you want to call. and then dial the corresponding phone num- for the phonebook entry that you are adding. ber, which may appear in the display of •...
Page 67 • To call a name from downloaded (or • This downloaded phonebook cannot be ed- After you are finished editing an entry in the Uconnect™) Phonebook, follow the proce- ited or deleted on the Uconnect™ Phone. phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to dure in “Call by Saying a Name”...
Page 68: Phone Call Features
• Note that only the phonebook in the current hear a list of the entries in the phonebook Phone Call Features from which you choose. To select one of the language is deleted. The following features can be accessed entries from the list, press the button through the Uconnect™...
Page 69 button to place the current call on hold and Toggling Between Calls become the new active call. If the active call is answer the incoming call. If two calls are in progress (one active and one terminated by the phone far end, a call on hold on hold), press the button until you hear a may not become active automatically.
Page 70: Uconnect™ Phone Features
• Continue to follow the system prompts to • After the “Ready” prompt and the following either until the call ends, or until a vehicle specific time expires, or until the vehicle complete language selection. beep, say “Emergency” and the Uconnect™ battery condition dictates cessation of the Phone will instruct the paired mobile phone After selecting one of the languages, all...
Page 71 Breakdown Service — If Equipped You can use your Uconnect™ Phone to access number and say the name of the phonebook If you need Breakdown service: a voice mail system or an automated service, entry you wish to send. The Uconnect™ Phone such as a paging service or automated cus- will then send the corresponding phone num- •...
Page 72: Advanced Phone Connectivity
• Following the beep, say “Mute off”. Uconnect™ Phone will not repeat a phone bile phone, the audio will be played through number before you dial it). your vehicle’s audio system. The Uconnect™ Advanced Phone Connectivity Phone will work the same as if you dialed the •...
Page 73: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
• After the “Ready” prompt and the following • The selected phone will be used for the next Voice Training beep, say “Setup Phone Pairing”. phone call. If the selected phone is not For users experiencing difficulty with the available, the Uconnect™ Phone will return Uconnect™...
Page 74 • Performance is maximized under: • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The system will adapt to the last trained “800” must be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not • low-to-medium blower setting, voice only.
Page 75 • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, Read Messages: Send Messages: and loudness to a large degree rely on the If you receive a new text message while your You can send messages using Uconnect™ phone and network, and not the Uconnect™ phone is connected to Uconnect™...
Page 76 • After the “Ready” prompt and the following List of Preset Messages: 13. I’ll be late beep, say “Setup, Incoming Message An- 1. Yes 14. Are you there yet? nouncement”, you will then be given a 2. No 15. Where are we meeting? choice to change it.
Page 80 Voice Commands Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero download other other Dutch Nederlands pair a phone edit phone pairing pairing three emergency phonebook phonebook four English previous five delete all erase all redial Espanol select phone select seven Francais...
Page 81: Voice Command - If Equipped
VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED When you press the Voice Command When using this system, you should speak button, you will hear a beep. The beep is your clearly and at a normal speaking volume. Voice Command System Operation signal to give a command. The system will best recognize your speech if This Voice Command system al- NOTE:...
Page 82 • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) Please note the volume setting for Voice Com- Memo mand is different than the audio system. To switch to the voice recorder mode, say Radio FM “Memo”. In this mode, you may say the follow- Main Menu To switch to the FM band, say “FM”...
Page 83: Voice Training
System Setup NOTE: SEATS To switch to system setup, you may say on of Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint Keep in mind that you have to press the the following: System of the vehicle. Voice Command button first and wait •...
Page 84: Driver's Power Seat - If Equipped
Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down WARNING! (Continued) The height of the seats can be adjusted up or The power seat switch is located on the out- • Seats should be adjusted before fastening down.
Page 85: Manual Front Seat Adjustments
There are two heated seat switches that allow change. The LOW-level setting will turn OFF Manual Front Seat Adjustments the driver and passenger to operate the seats automatically after approximately 30 minutes. For models equipped with manual seats, the independently. The controls for each seat are driver and passenger seats can be adjusted NOTE: located on a switch bank near the bottom...
Page 86: Front Seat - Manual Recline
Manual Lumbar Support — If WARNING! Equipped • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dan- For models equipped with manual lumbar the gerous. Moving a seat while driving could support lever is located on the inboard side of result in loss of control which could cause a the seat.
Page 87: Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat - If Equipped
Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat — If Head Restraints When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward Equipped Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk to minimize the gap between the back of the of injury by restricting head movement in the This feature allows the front passenger seat- occupant’s head and the AHR.
Page 88 For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be WARNING! tilted forward and backward. To tilt the head • Do not place items over the top of the restraint closer to the back of your head, pull Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat forward on the bottom of the head restraint.
Page 89: 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat With Fold-Flat Feature
Rear Head Restraints vice purposes only. If either of the head NOTE: The two outboard seat are equipped with ad- restraints require removal, see your au- Prior to folding the rear seat, it may be justable head restraints. To raise the head thorized dealer.
Page 90: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
To Lower The Rear Seat To Raise The Rear Seat 1. Locate the release strap on the lower out- NOTE: board side of each rear seatback. If interference from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully locking, you will 2.
Page 91: Programming The Memory Feature
contains desired position settings for the driver Programming The Memory Feature 3. Press and release the SET button on the seat and side mirrors and a set of desired radio memory switch, then press the side of the To create a new memory profile, perform the station presets.
Page 92: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
Linking And Unlinking The Remote Memory Position Recall A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the MEMORY buttons (S, 1, or 2) during a Keyless Entry Transmitter To NOTE: recall. When a recall is cancelled, the driver Memory •...
Page 93: To Open And Close The Hood
• When you remove the key from the ignition Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ 2. Outside of the vehicle, locate the safety switch, the driver seat will move to a position latch lever between the grille and hood open- Customer-Programmable Features” in “Un- 0.3 in (8 mm) forward of the rear stop if the derstanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 94 LIGHTS Headlights And Front Position CAUTION! Lights Multifunction Lever To prevent possible damage: Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first • Before closing hood, make sure the hood The multifunction lever, located on the left side detent for position light operation. Turn the end of the steering column, controls the operation of prop rod is fully seated into its storage of the lever to the second detent for headlight...
Page 95 Automatic Headlights NOTE: To activate the delay, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position while the headlights are still This system automatically turns the headlights The engine must be running before the on. Then, turn off the headlights within 45 sec- on or off according to ambient light levels.
Page 96 Front Fog Lights Rear Fog Lights Driver only, or driver and front passenger. To activate the front fog lights, turn on To activate the rear fog lights, turn on All seating positions occupied. the position lights or the headlights the front position lights or the head- All seating positions occupied, and pull out on the end of the multi- lights, pull out the end of the multi-...
Page 97 High/Low Beam Switch Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next detent position to brighten the odom- Push the multifunction lever away from you to eter and radio when the parking lights or head- switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the lights are on.
Page 98 Map/Reading Lights WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND Rotate the end of the lever upward to the HI position for high-speed wiper operation. These lights are mounted between the sun WASHERS visors on the overhead console and above the The windshield wiper/washer control lever is rear doors by the grab handles.
Page 99 Intermittent Wiper System maximum of approximately 18 seconds be- CAUTION! tween cycles at vehicle speeds greater than Use the intermittent wiper system when • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving 10 mph (16 km/h). weather conditions make a single wiping cycle through an automatic car wash.
Page 100: Mist Feature
mable Features)” in “Understanding Your In- WARNING! strument Panel” for further information. Sudden loss of visibility through the wind- Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped shield could lead to a collision. You might not This feature senses moisture on the windshield see other vehicles or other obstacles.
Page 101: Tilt Steering Column
• The Rain Sensing feature may not func- ture rises above freezing the rain-sensing To unlock the steering column, push the control feature will then operate. handle downward. To tilt the steering column, tion properly when ice or dried salt water is present on the windshield.
Page 102: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING inward as desired. To lock the steering column in position, push the lever upward until fully COLUMN engaged. This feature allows you to tilt the steering col- umn upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The WARNING! tilt/telescoping lever is located below the steer- Do not adjust the steering column while driv-...
Page 103: To Activate
To Activate NOTE: Pressing the RES (+) button once will result in a 1 mph (2 km/h) increase in set speed. Each Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator The vehicle should be traveling at a steady subsequent tap of the button results in an Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
Page 104: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
NOTE: PARKSENSE REAR PARK active until the vehicle speed is increased to approximately 11 mph (18 km/h) or above. The ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED The Electronic Speed Control system main- system will become active again if the vehicle tains speed up and down hills. A slight The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system pro- speed is decreased to speeds less than ap- speed change on moderate hills is normal.
Page 105: Parksense Warning Display
ParkSense Warning Display The ParkSense Warning Display is located in ParkSense Display the Instrument cluster’s EVIC display. It pro- The ParkSense Warning screen will only be When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning vides both visual and audible warnings to indi- displayed if Sound and Display is selected from display will turn ON indicating the system status.
Page 106 Park Assist Off Slow Tone Continuous Tone The system will indicate a detected obstacle by The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the showing three solid arcs and will produce a EVIC display shows one flashing arc and one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves sounds a continuous tone.
Page 107: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 79 in (200 cm) (200-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Audible Alert None Single 1/2 Slow Fast Continuous Chime Second Tone Display Message Park Assist ON Warning Object...
Page 108: Cleaning The Parksense System
• Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vi- • Objects such as bicycle carriers, trailer REVERSE and the system has detected a faulted condition, the EVIC will display the brations could affect the performance of hitches, etc., must not be placed within “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM”...
Page 109: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Drivers must be careful when backing up • Before using the ParkSense Rear Park even when using the ParkSense Rear Assist System, it is strongly recommended Park Assist System. Always check carefully that the ball mount and hitch ball assembly behind your vehicle, look behind you, and is disconnected from the vehicle when the be sure to check for pedestrians, animals,...
Page 110: Opening Sunroof - Express
remain in a partially opened condition until the Pinch Protect Override WARNING! (Continued) switch is pushed and held rearward again. If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) pre- • In a collision, there is a greater risk of being vents closing and moves the sunroof in the Closing Sunroof —...
Page 111: Wind Buffeting
Wind Buffeting For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power CAUTION! sunroof switch will remain active for up to Wind buffeting can be described as the per- Failure to follow these cautions can cause approximately ten minutes after the ignition ception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter- damage to the Sky Slider™...
Page 112: Sky Slider™ Control
WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • If potential danger exists while opening or Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your closing the Sky Slider™ in Operator Mode, passengers, and others around you: release the switch immediately to interrupt •...
Page 113: Closing The Sky Slider
Press the switch forward and release it within NOTE: Allen wrench. To do so, you must first remove one-half second and the Sky Slider™ will open the cargo lamp from the headliner. Then, insert During operation, any movement of the Sky from the rear and move automatically toward the wrench into the “Allen”...
Page 114: Wind Buffeting
Wind Buffeting CAUTION! (Continued) Wind buffeting can be described as the per- • Power outlets are designed for accessory ception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter- plugs only. Do not insert any other object in type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit the power outlets as this will damage the wind buffeting with the windows down, or the outlet and blow the fuse.
Page 115: Cupholders
WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt degrade the battery even more quickly.
Page 116: Storage
STORAGE The center console has a removable storage tray which can hold cell phones, PDAs, and Glove Box Storage Compartment other small items. The glove box storage compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Pull outward on the latch to open the storage com- partment.
Page 117: Cargo Area Features
CARGO AREA FEATURES 6. Flip the loops down. Cargo Load Floor WARNING! The cargo load floor system has a load capac- A loose storage bin cover thrown forward in a ity of 400 lbs (181 kg). The load floor has a accident or hard stop could endanger the built-in storage bin that can hold a variety of occupants of the vehicle.
Page 118 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To help protect against personal injury, • Place as much cargo as possible in front of passengers should not be seated in the the rear axle. Too much weight or improp- rear cargo area. The rear cargo space is erly placed weight over or behind the rear intended for load carrying purposes only, axle can cause the vehicle to sway.
Page 119 The cover rolls away neatly inside its housing Then, insert the spring-loaded post on the WARNING! when not in use. You can also remove the cover opposite end of the cover housing into the In a collision, a cargo cover loose in the from the vehicle to make more room in the attachment point on the opposite side of the vehicle could cause injury.
Page 120: Rear Window Features
REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rotate the switch upward past the first approximately 10 minutes. For an additional detent to activate the rear washer. The five minutes of operation, press the button a Rear Window Wiper/Washer washer pump will continue to operate second time.
Page 121: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF CAUTION! WARNING! EQUIPPED • To avoid damage to the roof rack and Cargo must be securely tied down before NOTE: vehicle, do not exceed the maximum roof driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads rack load capacity. Always distribute heavy can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high Roof rack and crossbars cannot be used on vehicles equipped with Skyslider .
Page 123: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ....121 • INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ..... . 122 •...
Page 124 • Left-Hand Switch Functions For Media (ie, CD) Operation ......141 • CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE .
Page 125: Instrument Panel Features
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 4 — Radio 7 — Power Outlet 2 — Instrument Cluster 5 — Glove Compartment 8 — Lower Switch Bank 3 — Storage Tray 6 — Climate Control 9 — Storage Bin (if equipped)
Page 126: Instrument Cluster
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 127: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, Your vehicle has also been equipped with a you should determine the proper tire inflation TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when DESCRIPTIONS pressure for those tires.) the system is not operating properly. The TPMS 1.
Page 128 placed in the PARK position. The light should the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should CAUTION! turn off. If the light remains lit with the engine be serviced if the light stays on through several The TPMS has been optimized for the original running, your vehicle will usually be drivable;...
Page 129 • Check for a defective outside light bulb if • Each time the ignition is turned to ON/ 7. High Beam Indicator This indicator shows that the head- either indicator flashes at a rapid rate. RUN, the ESC system will be ON, even if it lights are on High beam.
Page 130 13. Oil Pressure Warning Light If the light remains on or turns on during driving, 16. 4 LOW Mode Indicator — If Equipped This light shows low engine oil pres- it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the This light alerts the driver that the sure.
Page 131 19. 4WD Indicator — Vehicles Equipped 22. Coolant Temperature Warning Light CAUTION! This light warns of an overheated en- with Command-Trac Driving with a hot cooling system could dam- This light alerts the driver that the gine condition. As engine coolant tem- age your vehicle.
Page 132 23. Temperature Gauge 24. Transmission Temperature Warning 25. Odometer Display / Trip Odometer The temperature gauge indicates engine cool- Light — If Equipped Display / ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) Button ant temperature. Any reading within the normal This light indicates that the trans- Changing the Display range indicates that the cooling system is op- mission fluid temperature is run-...
Page 133 26. 4WD Indicator — Vehicles Equipped Vehicle Odometer Messages gASCAP Message When the appropriate conditions exist, the fol- If the vehicle diagnostic system determines with Selec-Trac II This light alerts the driver that the lowing messages will display in the odometer: that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly vehicle is in the full-time 4-wheel installed, or damaged, the words “gASCAP”...
Page 134 CHAngE OIL 3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK ously. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things position. To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for fur- (Base And Mid Line Clusters Only) Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil ther information.
Page 135 The dual brake system provides a reserve Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake 32. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped braking capacity in the event of a failure to a System (ABS), are also equipped with Elec- This light will flash rapidly for ap- portion of the hydraulic system.
Page 136: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
propriate conditions exist. Refer to Electronic 38. Park/Headlight ON Indicator This system conveniently allows the driver to Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) for further This indicator will illuminate when select a variety of useful information by press- information. either the parklamps or headlamps ing the switches mounted on the steering are turned on.
Page 137: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
• Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning The system allows the driver to select informa- SCROLL Button tion by pressing the following buttons mounted Press the SCROLL button to scroll chime) on the steering wheel: through Trip Functions, System •...
Page 138: Oil Change Required
• Personal Settings Not Avail – Vehicle in Mo- Oil Change Required NOTE: tion — manual transmission Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil If the indicator message illuminates when change indicator system. The “Oil Change Re- you start the vehicle, the oil change indica- •...
Page 139: Compass Display / Eco (Fuel Saver Mode) - If Equipped
• Elapsed Time averaging will continue from the last fuel aver- Compass Display / ECO age reading before the reset. Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the (Fuel Saver Mode) — If Equipped last reset. Elapsed time will increment when the •...
Page 140 This feature allows you to monitor when you are objects such as buildings, bridges, under- 5. Complete one or more 360–degree turns (in driving in a fuel efficient manner, and it can be an area free from large metal or metallic ob- ground cables, railroad tracks, etc.
Page 141 Compass Variance Map...
Page 142: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
1. Turn the ignition switch ON. Use the SCROLL button to display one of the UNLOCK button twice to unlock the passen- following choices: ger’s doors. When All Doors 1st Press is 2. Press the COMPASS button until the Per- selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first sonal Settings (Customer-Programmable Fea- Language...
Page 143 Rain Sensing Intermittent Wipers — If Flash Lamps With Lock Headlamp Off Delay When ON is selected, the front and rear turn When this feature is selected, the driver can Equipped When ON is selected, the system will automati- signals will flash when the doors are locked or choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses unlocked with the RKE transmitter.
Page 144: Sound Systems
Confirmation of Voice Commands — If Turn-by-Turn Navigation — If Equipped STEERING WHEEL AUDIO When ON is selected, the turn-by-turn direc- Equipped CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED When ON is selected, all voice commands from tions will appear in the display as the vehicle The remote sound system controls are located the Uconnect™...
Page 145: Left-Hand Switch Functions For Radio Operation
• Press the bottom of the switch to decrease • Press the switch up or down twice to listen to NOTE: the volume. the second track, three times to listen to the If you experience difficulty in playing a par- third track, and so forth.
Page 146 Manual Heating And Air right from the “O” (OFF) position. There are Mode Control (Air Direction) seven blower speeds. Conditioning Rotate this control to Temperature Control choose from several patterns of air distribu- Rotate this control to tion. You can select ei- regulate the tempera- ther a primary mode as ture of the air inside the...
Page 147 Bi-Level Defrost NOTE: Air is directed through the panel and Air is directed through the windshield • Continuous use of the Recirculation floor outlets. and side window demist outlets. Use mode may make the inside air stuffy and this mode with maximum blower and window fogging may occur.
Page 148 Air Conditioning Control Automatic Temperature Control NOTE: (ATC) — If Equipped The AUTO position performs best for front Press this button to en- seat occupants only. gage the Air Condition- ing. A light will illumi- 2. Dial in the tempera- nate when ture you would like the...
Page 149 NOTE: spray from behind the radiator and Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual • The temperature setting can be adjusted through the condenser. Fabric front fas- cia protectors may reduce airflow to the override features, which consist of Blower Pre- at anytime without affecting automatic condenser, reducing air conditioning per- ferred Automatic, Mode Preferred Automatic, or...
Page 151 • Floor • Air Conditioner Control The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating Air is directed through the floor outlets Press this button to turn the Mode Control knob (on the right) to one of with a small amount flowing through the on the air conditioning the following positions.
Page 152 illuminate. After ten minutes, the system will modes will cause the LED in the control Summer Operation return to normal AUTO mode function and the The engine cooling system in air-conditioned button to blink and then turn off. LED will turn off. •...
Page 153 Window Fogging Side Window Demisters num, they could plug the water drains. In winter Interior fogging on the windshield can be A side window demister outlet is located at months, make sure the air intake is clear of ice, quickly removed by turning the mode selector each end of the instrument panel.
Page 154 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 155: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING • STARTING PROCEDURES ..... 156 • Manual Transmission – If Equipped ... . . 156 •...
Page 156 • Five–Speed Automatic Transmission (2.8L Diesel Engine) ..... . 166 • Gear Ranges ......167 •...
Page 157 • Hill Start Assist (HSA) ..... 181 • Hill Descent Control (HDC) – If Equipped ..183 •...
Page 158 • FUEL REQUIREMENTS ..... . . 199 • 3.7L Engine ......199 •...
Page 159 • RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC) ....212 • Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle ..212 •...
Page 160 STARTING PROCEDURES Manual Transmission – If Equipped For vehicles not equipped with Tip Start, turn the ignition switch to the START position and Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, Apply the parking brake, place the shift lever in release it when the engine starts. If the engine adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and NEUTRAL and press the clutch pedal before fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the ignition...
Page 161 If Engine Fails To Start Without Tip Start If the engine shows no sign of starting after two If the engine fails to start after you have fol- 15 second periods of cranking with the accel- lowed the “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold erator pedal held to the floor, repeat the “Nor- WARNING! Weather”...
Page 162 After Starting NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) The idle speed will automatically decrease as The starter motor may need to remain en- • Do not leave children or animals inside the engine warms up. gaged for up to 30 seconds in very cold parked vehicles in hot weather.
Page 163 • Running a cold engine at high speeds dur- Starting and Operating Cautions – Diesel Turbocharger “Cool Down” ing driving or idling may damage engine Engine NOTE: components. Letting the engine idle after extended opera- • Before turning off your turbo diesel en- WARNING! tion allows the turbine housing to cool to NEVER pour fuel or other flammable liquid...
Page 164 MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF listed for acceleration. When heavily loaded or pulling a trailer these recommended up-shift EQUIPPED speeds may not apply. Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in WARNING! MPH (KM/H) You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without having the parking Engine Speeds...
Page 165 Manual Transmission Downshift Speeds WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) in MPH (KM/H) • Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, Do not downshift for additional engine braking Gear 6th to 5th to 4th to 3rd to on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could NEUTRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is to 1st lose their grip and the vehicle could skid.
Page 166 Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE WARNING! (Continued) should be done only after the accelerator pedal System • When leaving the vehicle, always remove is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmis- the key fob from the ignition and lock your to keep your foot on the brake when moving the sion Shift Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the...
Page 167 When parking on a level surface, you may WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) place the shift lever in the PARK position first, • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of • Do not leave the key fob in or near the and then apply the parking brake.
Page 168 • Look at the shift lever position display and transmission life by reducing excessive shifting CAUTION! verify that it indicates the PARK position. and heat buildup. If the transmission operating Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any temperature exceeds normal operating limits, •...
Page 169 • the transmission fluid has reached an ad- 2 (Second) This range is used for moderate grades and to equate temperature, assist braking on dry pavement or in mud and • the engine coolant has reached an adequate snow. Begins at a stop in low gear with auto- temperature, matic upshift into second gear.
Page 170 Transmission Limp Home Mode If the problem is no longer detected, the trans- ant are warm [usually after 1 to 3 miles (1.6 Transmission function is monitored for abnor- mission will return to normal operation. to 4.8 km) of driving]. Because the engine mal conditions.
Page 171 and precision shifts will develop within a few highest available transmission gear, and will When parking on a level surface, you may hundred miles/kilometers. display that gear in the instrument cluster as 4, place the shift lever in the PARK position first, 3, 2, 1.
Page 172 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of • When leaving the vehicle, always remove • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is the key fob from the ignition and lock your you must turn the ignition switch from the higher than idle speed.
Page 173 REVERSE lower gear range. Under these conditions, us- CAUTION! This range is for moving the vehicle backward. ing a lower gear range will improve perfor- Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has mance and extend transmission life by reduc- other reason with the transmission in NEU- come to a complete stop.
Page 174 To exit ERS mode, simply press and hold the Overdrive Operation be driven to an authorized dealer for service shift lever to the right (+) until “D” is once again The automatic transmission contains an elec- without damaging the transmission. displayed in the shift lever position indicator in tronically controlled Overdrive (fifth gear).
Page 175 FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION Use the transfer case NEUTRAL position for WARNING! recreational towing only. Refer to “Recreational • You or others could be injured if you leave MP3022 Selec-Trac II Transfer Case Towing” in “Starting and Operating” for further the vehicle unattended with the transfer information.
Page 176 Shift Positions normal 42% front axle, 58% rear axle torque on, the desired position (4WD AUTO, 4WD The transfer case switch is located on the split. The system also anticipates and prevents LOW, or NEUTRAL) has been obtained. center console next to the shift lever. slip by redirecting torque as necessary, up to If one or more shift requirements are not 100% to the front or rear axle, if needed.
Page 177 case switch back to the original position, Preferred Procedure the shift or while the shift attempt is in make certain all shift requirements have process, then the indicator light will flash, 1. With the engine RUNNING, slow the vehicle been met, wait five seconds, and try the shift and the current transfer case position will be speed to 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h).
Page 178 two-wheel drive vehicles any more than low- Driving Through Water Flowing Water slung sports cars are designed to perform If the water is swift flowing and rising (as in Although your vehicle is capable of driving satisfactorily in off-road conditions. If at all storm run-off) avoid crossing until the water through water, there are a number of precau- possible, avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneu-...
Page 179 Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand to a stop and immediately apply the brakes. Traction Downhill Restart the engine and shift to REVERSE. Back In heavy snow, when pulling a load, or for Shift the transmission into a low gear and the slowly down the hill allowing the compression additional control at slower speeds, shift the transfer case to 4WD LOW range.
Page 180 • Check threaded fasteners for looseness, • If you experience unusual vibration after • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the particularly on the chassis, drivetrain com- driving in mud, slush or similar conditions, power steering pump may make noise for ponents, steering, and suspension.
Page 181 pected, abnormal noises are apparent, and/or PARKING BRAKE When the parking brake is applied with the the system is not functioning as anticipated. ignition switch ON, the “Brake Warning Light” in Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho- the instrument cluster will illuminate.
Page 182 All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) size and type, and tires must be properly • Never use the PARK position on an auto- • Always fully apply the parking brake when inflated, to produce accurate signals for the matic transmission as a substitute for the leaving your vehicle or it may roll and cause computer.
Page 183 • Engines may idle at higher speeds during WARNING! CAUTION! warm-up, which could cause rear wheels to • Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will dimin- The ABS is subject to possible detrimental spin and result in loss of vehicle control. Be ish their effectiveness and may lead to a effects of electronic interference caused by especially careful while driving on slippery...
Page 184 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be WARNING! applied to the wheel that is not spinning. This SYSTEM The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot feature remains active even if TCS and ESC are Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced prevent the natural laws of physics from act- in the “Partial Off”...
Page 185: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
lift occurring during severe or evasive driving Hill Start Assist (HSA) WARNING! maneuvers. It cannot prevent wheel lift due to The HSA system is designed to help the driver The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot pre- other factors, such as road conditions, leaving accelerate the vehicle from a complete stop vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the roadway, or striking objects or other ve-...
Page 186 • For vehicles equipped with an automatic Disabling and Enabling HSA WARNING! transmission, the HSA will work in REVERSE This feature can be turned on or turned off. To • If you use a trailer brake controller with your gear and all forward gears. The system will change the current setting, proceed as follows: trailer, the trailer brakes may be activated not activate if the transmission is in PARK.
Page 187: Hill Descent Control (Hdc) - If Equipped
• HDC is enabled only when the “Hill De- 6. Press the “ESC Off” button located in the suit the driving conditions. The speed corre- lower switch bank below the climate control sponds to the transmission gear selected. scent Control Indicator Light” in the in- four times within twenty seconds.
Page 188: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
Enabling HDC Electronic Stability Control (ESC) WARNING! This system enhances directional control and 1. Shift the transfer case into 4WD LOW range. The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot stability of the vehicle under various driving Refer to “Four-Wheel Drive Operation” in “Start- prevent the natural laws of physics from act- conditions.
Page 189 wheel drive vehicle in 2WD or 4WD HIGH NOTE: Full Off – Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles in range. The ESC system will be in “ESC On” 4WD High and 4WD Low Range To improve the vehicle’s traction when driv- mode whenever the vehicle is started or the The “Full Off”...
Page 190 nated when ESC is off. To turn ESC on again, ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light sible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving momentarily press the “ESC Off” button. This to the prevailing road conditions. and ESC OFF Indicator Light will restore the normal “ESC On”...
Page 191: Tires - General Information
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and WARNING! (Continued) unpredictable steering response. • Over-inflated or under-inflated tires can af- Tire Pressure Unequal tire pressure from side to side may Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the fect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, cause the vehicle to drift left or right.
Page 192: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure Tire Pressures For High Speed Radial-Ply Tires after the vehicle has not been driven for at least Operation three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) The manufacturer advocates driving at safe WARNING! after a three-hour period.
Page 193: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
tire rotation pattern in “Tire Rotation Recom- Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped WARNING! mendations” in “Starting and Operating” for The compact spare is for temporary emer- Compact spares are for temporary emer- further information. gency use only. You can identify if your vehicle gency use only.
Page 194: Limited-Use Spare - If Equipped
Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped Tire Spinning WARNING! The limited-use spare tire is for temporary When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice condi- Limited-use spares are for emergency use emergency use only. This tire is identified by a tions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels above only.
Page 195: Tread Wear Indicators
Tread Wear Indicators Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with CAUTION! as little exposure to light as possible. Protect Tread wear indicators are in the original equip- Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles tires from contact with oil, grease, and gaso- ment tires to help you in determining when your depends on tires of equal size, type and line.
Page 196: Tire Chains
WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires • Do not use tire chains on vehicles equipped than that specified for your vehicle. Some having adequate speed capability can re- with tires other than P235/70R16 or smaller combinations of unapproved tires and...
Page 197: Tire Rotation Recommendations
increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow, CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! and wet traction levels, and contribute to a • Use on Rear Wheels only. Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles smooth, quiet ride. • Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry depends on tires of equal size, type and Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 198 maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” CAUTION! sidewall. Refer to “Tires – General Information” will turn off once the system receives the up- • The TPMS has been optimized for the in “Starting and Operating” for information on dated tire pressures.
Page 199: Base System
NOTE: Base System below the low-pressure limit will not cause the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” to illu- • The TPMS is not intended to replace nor- The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses minate or the chime to sound. wireless technology with wheel rim mounted mal tire care and maintenance, or to pro- electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev-...
Page 200 Check TPMS Warning Vehicles with Full Size Spare 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place When a system fault is detected, the “Tire of a road tire that has a pressure below the 1. The matching full size spare wheel and tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 201: Premium System - If Equipped
Premium System – If Equipped The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if equipped) has a tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses monitoring sensor. The full size spare can be wireless technology with wheel rim mounted used in place of any of the four road tires.
Page 202 Check TPMS Warning message will no longer display, and a pressure needs to be serviced as long as the CHECK When a system fault is detected, the “Tire value will display in place of the dashes. A TPM SYSTEM message is displayed. Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 203: Fuel Requirements
Vehicles with Compact Spare will display a CHECK TPM SYSTEM message Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not for a minimum of five seconds and then display harmful to your engine. However, continued 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value.
Page 204: Ethanol
MTBE is an oxygenate made from methanol, it spark plug life and reduces emission system CAUTION! does not have the negative effects of methanol. performance in some vehicles. The manufac- Use of fuel with ethanol content higher than turer recommends that gasoline without MMT 10% may result in engine malfunction, starting be used in your vehicle.
Page 205: Fuel Requirements - Diesel Engines
WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep the liftgate closed when driving your Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Follow the precautions below to pre- vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and vent carbon monoxide poisoning: other poisonous exhaust gases from enter- •...
Page 206: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
installed, or damaged, a gASCAP” message CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) will display in the odometer or a “CHECK • Damage to the fuel system or emission • Never add fuel when the engine is running. GASCAP” message will be displayed in the control system could result from using an This is in violation of most state and federal Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Page 207: Common Towing Definitions
Common Towing Definitions Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) WARNING! The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the The following trailer towing related definitions It is important that you do not exceed the weight of all cargo, consumables and equip- will assist you in understanding the following maximum front or rear GAWR.
Page 208: Breakaway Cable Attachment
Breakaway Cable Attachment With Attachment Point WARNING! European braking regulations for braked trail- • For detachable tow bar pass the cable An improperly adjusted hitch system may ers up to 7,700 lbs (3 500 kg), require trailers to through the attachment point and clip it back reduce handling, stability and braking perfor- be fitted with either a secondary coupling or onto itself.
Page 209 • For fixed ball tow bar attach the clip directly • For fixed ball tow bar loop the cable around Without Attachment Points to the designated point. This alternative must the neck of the tow ball. If you fit the cable •...
Page 210: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Transmission Model Axle Ratio Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Tongue Wt. (See Note) 3.7L/Automatic 3.73 6,172 lbs (2 800 kg) 308 lbs (140 kg) 2.8L Diesel/6–Speed 3.21...
Page 211: Towing Requirements
considered as part of the total load on your WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) vehicle. Refer to the Tire and Loading Infor- • Safety chains must always be used be- Improper towing can lead to an injury acci- mation placard, located on the drivers door dent.
Page 212: Towing Requirements - Trailer Lights And Wiring
Towing Requirements – Tires Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes WARNING! • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehi- − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake sys- compact spare tire. tem or vacuum system of your vehicle with cle’s hydraulic brake lines.
Page 213 The electrical connections are all complete to Function Wire the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a Number Color trailer connector. Right Rear Position, Brown Side Marker Lights, and Rear Registra- tion Plate Illumina- tion Device. Stop Lights Left Rear Position, Black Side Marker Lights,...
Page 214: Towing Tips
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped Function Wire Function Wire The “DRIVE” range can be selected when Number Color Number Color towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs Right Rear Position, Brown Note: The allocation pin 12 has been while in this range, select TOW/HAUL mode (if Side Marker Lights, changed from “Coding for coupled Trailer”...
Page 215: Trailer Hitch Attaching Points
TOW/HAUL – If Equipped − Air Conditioning Trailer Tow Hitch Attaching Points And To reduce potential for automatic transmission Turn off temporarily. Overhang Dimensions overheating, select TOW/HAUL when driving in Fixed Hitch Detachable Trailer Hitch Attaching Points hilly areas or select the 2 range on more Hitch Your vehicle will require extra equipment to tow severe grades.
Page 216 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheel OFF the Two-Wheel Drive Four-Wheel Drive Models Ground Models See Instructions • Automatic transmission in PARK Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED • Manual transmission in gear (not in NEUTRAL) •...
Page 217 Flat towing (with all four wheels on the CAUTION! CAUTION! ground) is allowed ONLY if the driveshaft is • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. Towing with the rear wheels on the ground removed. Towing with the rear wheels on the (while the driveshaft is connected) will cause Internal damage to the transmission or ground while the driveshaft is connected will...
Page 218 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on It is necessary to follow these steps to be tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face certain that the transfer case is fully in NEU- bar will be damaged. TRAL (N) before recreational towing to pre- vent damage to internal parts.
Page 219 13. Shift the automatic transmission into PARK requirements are not met prior to press- 4. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK/OFF or place manual transmission in gear (not in position (if it has been moved or the engine has ing the NEUTRAL (N) button or are no NEUTRAL).
Page 220 9. After the N (Neutral) indicator light turns off, 14. Start the engine. (N) button or are no longer met during the release the N (Neutral) button. shift, the NEUTRAL (N) indicator light will 15. Press and hold the brake pedal. flash continuously until all requirements 10.
Page 221: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ....219 • IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ....219 •...
Page 222 • SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE ..... 227 • TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ....228 •...
Page 223: Hazard Warning Flashers
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS NOTE: The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in In any of the following situations, you can There are steps that you can take to slow the switch bank below the climate controls. reduce the potential for overheating your en- down an impending overheat condition: gine by taking the appropriate action.
Page 224: Jacking And Tire Changing
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location counterclockwise until the spare is on the ground with enough slack in the cable to allow The scissor-type jack and tire changing tools you to pull the tire out from under the vehicle. are located in the cargo compartment behind a WARNING! trim cover on the left rear trim panel.
Page 225: Preparations For Jacking
NOTE: 6. Block both the front WARNING! (Continued) and rear of the wheel Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” under “Tires- • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the diagonally opposite of General Information” in “Starting And Oper- wheel to be raised. the jacking position.
Page 226 Position the jack handle on the jack. Do not CAUTION! raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking is fully engaged. on locations other than those indicated in the 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw Jacking Instructions for this vehicle.
Page 227: Road Tire Installation
8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw Road Tire Installation CAUTION! to the left, and remove the jack. 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve 9. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on stem facing outward.
Page 228: Jump-Starting Procedures
5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut WARNING! WARNING! torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is lug nuts are properly seated against the wheel. frozen.
Page 229: Jump-Starting Procedure
3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper 7. Disconnect the negative end (-) of the WARNING! cable to the negative (-) post of the booster jumper cable from the negative (-) post of the Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as battery.
Page 230: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces snow, it can often be moved by a rocking Control or Electronic Stability Control generated by excessive wheel speeds may motion.
Page 231: Shift Lever Override
3. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position 6. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL posi- WARNING! without starting the engine (engine Off). tion. Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the 7.
Page 232: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. If the transmission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing” in the “Starting And Operating” section. Towing Condition Wheels OFF the 2WD Models...
Page 233: Towing Without The Ignition Key Fob
Two-Wheel Drive Models If the transmission is not operable, or the ve- CAUTION! hicle must be towed faster than 30 mph The manufacturer recommends towing your • Do not attempt to use sling type equipment (48 km/h) or farther than 15 miles (24 km), tow vehicle with all four wheels OFF the ground when towing.
Page 234: Four-Wheel Drive Models
The parking brake must be firmly engaged and Four-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! the wheels chocked during driveshaft removal The manufacturer recommends towing with all • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. and installation. The parking brake must remain wheels OFF the ground.
Page 235: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.7L ....233 • ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 2.8L DIESEL ... . 234 •...
Page 236 • Cooling System ......242 • Brake System ......245 •...
Page 237: Engine Compartment - 3.7L
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 9 —...
Page 238: Engine Compartment - 2.8L Diesel
ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 2.8L DIESEL 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Fuel/Water Separator 7 — Engine Oil Fill (Below Engine Cover) 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 9 —...
Page 239: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — Press the odometer reset button to turn the CAUTION! message off. If the problem persists, the mes- OBD II • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could sage will appear the next time the vehicle is Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated cause further damage to the emission con- started.
Page 240: Engine Oil - Gasoline Engine
Engine Oil – Gasoline Engine Engine Oil Selection – Non ACEA CAUTION! Categories • Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or Checking Oil Level For best performance and maximum protection To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s perform repairs and service when neces- under all types of operating conditions, the engine, the engine oil must be maintained at sary could result in more costly repairs,...
Page 241: Engine Oil - Diesel Engine
NOTE: Engine Oil – Diesel Engine CAUTION! SAE 5W-30 engine oil approved to MB Checking Oil Level Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine as the chemicals can damage your engine.
Page 242: Engine Oil Filter
Engine Oil Selection – 2.8L Diesel Engine Engine Oil Filter Selection Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection Use only Diesel Engine Oils conforming to API All of the manufacturer’s engines have a full- The quality of replacement engine air cleaner (American Petroleum Institute) Quality CJ-4 or flow type disposable oil filter.
Page 243: Air Conditioner Maintenance
Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! For best possible performance, your air condi- • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubri- tioner should be checked and serviced by an Keep flame or sparks away from the bat- cants approved by the manufacturer for authorized dealer at the start of each warm tery.
Page 244: Body Lubrication
NOTE: The external lock cylinders should be lubri- NOTE: cated twice a year, preferably in the Fall and Use only manufacturer approved A/C sys- Life expectancy of wiper blades varies de- Spring. Apply a small amount of a high quality tem sealers, stop leak products, seal condi- pending on geographical area and fre- lubricant, such as MOPAR Lock Cylinder Lu-...
Page 245: Exhaust System
WARNING! CAUTION! CAUTION! Commercial windshield washer solvents are The catalytic converter requires the use of Damage to the catalytic converter can result if flammable. They could ignite and burn you. unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will de- your vehicle is not kept in proper operating Care must be exercised when filling or work- stroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an condition.
Page 246: Cooling System
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunc- NOTE: spraying water from a garden hose vertically tioning engine operation, a scorching odor may down the face of the A/C condenser (if Intentional tampering with emissions con- suggest severe and abnormal catalyst over- equipped) or the back of the radiator core.
Page 247 Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the view these recommendations for using Hybrid CAUTION! (Continued) proper maintenance intervals. Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine • Do not use water alone or alcohol based coolant (antifreeze). Selection Of Engine Coolant engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do Use only the manufacturer’s recommended en- When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust...
Page 248 NOTE: If ingested by a child or pet, seek emergency WARNING! assistance immediately. Clean up any ground Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” spills immediately. decrease the life of the engine coolant (an- on the cooling system pressure cap are a tifreeze) and will require more frequent en- Engine Coolant Level...
Page 249: Brake System
• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) addi- Points To Remember Brake System tions are required, or if the level in the In order to assure brake system performance, NOTE: recovery bottle does not drop when the all brake system components should be in- When the vehicle is stopped after a few engine cools, the cooling system should be spected periodically.
Page 250: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
ervoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be Automatic Transmission – If WARNING! (Continued) expected to fall as the brake pads wear. Brake Equipped • To avoid contamination from foreign matter fluid level should be checked when pads are Selection Of Lubricant or moisture, use only new brake fluid or replaced.
Page 251: Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - Manual Transmission
mended brake fluid, refer to “Fluids, Lubri- CAUTION! CAUTION! cants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Using a transmission fluid other than the Do not use chemical flushes in your transmis- Vehicle” for further information. manufacturer’s recommended fluid sion as the chemicals can damage your trans- Manual Transmission –...
Page 252: Transfer Case
Transfer Case Fluid Level Check CAUTION! • Front axle lubricant should be at the bottom Fluid Level Check Do not over-tighten the plugs. You could dam- edge of the oil fill hole when the vehicle is in The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of age them and cause a leak.
Page 253 • Scrub in all directions, covering an area of Washing Additional Cleaning Procedure Hand washing or an automatic car wash with a about two square feet at a time. Avoid heavy For additional cleaning assistance in removing soft cloth system is preferred. scrubbing.
Page 254: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
• Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as Weather Strip Care What Causes Corrosion? Lubricate the weather strips periodically with Corrosion is the result of deterioration or re- MOPAR Cleaner Wax or equivalent, to re- MOPAR Weather Strip Lubricant or equivalent, moval of paint and protective coatings from move road film, stains, and to protect your to keep them soft and pliable.
Page 255 • It is important that the drain holes in the lower Wheel And Wheel Trim Care clean, damp cloth and remove the stain. Use edges of the doors, rocker panels, and tail- All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. gate must be kept clear and open.
Page 256 Cleaning Leather Upholstery Cleaning Headlights When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent is specifi- Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using. cally recommended for leather upholstery. lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror.
Page 257: Fuses
FUSES Cav- Car- Mini- Description Cav- Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Totally Integrated Power Module Fuse Fuse The Totally Integrated Power Module is located — — — 30 Amp — Thatchm Lock/ in the engine compartment near the battery. Pink Unlock –...
Page 258 Cav- Car- Mini- Description Cav- Car- Mini- Description Cav- Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 25 Amp — Sunroof Module – — 15 Amp Ignition Off Draw - — 20 Amp Trailer Tow (Ex- Natural If Equipped Blue...
Page 259 Cav- Car- Mini- Description Cav- Car- Mini- Description Cav- Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 15 Amp Exterior Lighting – — 20 Amp Fuel Pump, Diesel — 20 Amp Back-Up Lights Blue Right Front Park Yellow Lift Pump –...
Page 260: Replacement Bulbs
LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb No. Cav- Car- Mini- Description CAUTION! (Continued) tridge Fuse Headlamp....H4 • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important Fuse Front Turn Signal Lamp .
Page 261: Front Turn Signal Lamp
5. Install new bulb into housing. 5. Pull the bulb out of the socket and insert the 5. Install the bulb and socket assembly into the replacement bulb. fog lamp housing, and rotate the connector clockwise to lock it in place. CAUTION! 6.
Page 262: Fluid Capacities
3. Pull the taillamp housing straight back to 6. Separate the back plate from the taillamp 9. Connect the electrical connector. separate it from the vehicle. housing. 10. Install the taillamp housing and screws. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector. 7. Pull the appropriate bulb(s) out of the back 11.
Page 263: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technol- ogy) or equivalent. Engine Oil (3.7L Engine) – Non ACEA Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard Categories MS-6395.
Page 264: Chassis
Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission – If Equipped MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Manual Transmission – If Equipped MOPAR Manual Transmission Fluid (meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS- 9224) or equivalent. Transfer Case MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
Page 265: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....262 • Maintenance Schedule – Gasoline Engine ..262 •...
Page 266 • Change your engine oil more often if you MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles “Change Oil” will flash in the instrument cluster odometer and drive your vehicle off-road for an ex- Maintenance Schedule – Gasoline a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil tended period of time.
Page 267 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir At Each Stop for Fuel Severe Duty Conditions and brake master cylinder, add as needed. †† Change the engine oil and engine oil filter at • Check the engine oil level about five minutes every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months if •...
Page 268 7,500 Miles (12,000 km) or 15,000 Miles (24,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 269 22,500 Miles (36,000 km) or 30,000 Miles (48,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 270 37,500 Miles (60,000 km) or 45,000 Miles (72,000 km) or 52,500 Miles (84,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service 36 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Schedule Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 271 60,000 Miles (96,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Replace the ignition cables (3.7L Engine). ❏ Replace the spark plugs (3.7L Engine). ❏...
Page 272 67,500 Miles (108,000 km) or 75,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 273 82,500 Miles (132,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† ❏ Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature, Authorized Service Center...
Page 274 90,000 Miles (144,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Replace the spark plugs (3.7L Engine). ❏ Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. † ❏...
Page 275 97,500 Miles (156,000 km) or 105,000 Miles (168,000 km) or 112,500 Miles (180,000 km) or 78 Months Maintenance Service 84 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Schedule Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 276 120,000 Miles (192,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Replace the ignition cables (3.7L Engine). ❏ Replace the spark plugs (3.7L Engine). ❏...
Page 277 127,500 Miles (204,000 km) or 135,000 Miles (216,000 km) or 142,500 Miles (228,000 km) or 102 Months Maintenance 108 Months Maintenance 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Service Schedule Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 278 150,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Replace the spark plugs (3.7L Engine). ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. ❏...
Page 279 † This maintenance is recommended by the Based on engine operation conditions, the oil Maintenance Schedule – Diesel manufacturer to the owner, but is not required change indicator message will illuminate, this Engine to maintain emissions warranty. means that service is required for your vehicle. Diesel Models with Diesel Particulate Filter Have your vehicle serviced as soon as pos- (DPF)
Page 280 • Check the fluid levels of the engine coolant/ • Inspect for the presence of water in the fuel At Each Stop for Fuel antifreeze deaeration bottle, and brake mas- filter/water separator unit. • Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes ter cylinder, add as needed.
Page 281 15,000 Miles (25,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. ❏...
Page 282 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Drain the fuel filter/water separator unit. ❏ Replace the fuel filter. ❏...
Page 283 45,000 Miles (75,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. ❏...
Page 284 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Drain the fuel filter/water separator unit. ❏ Replace the fuel filter. ❏...
Page 285 75,000 Miles (125,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. ❏...
Page 286 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Drain the fuel filter/water separator unit. ❏ Replace the fuel filter. ❏...
Page 287 105,000 Miles (175,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. ❏...
Page 288 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Drain the fuel filter/water separator unit. ❏ Replace the fuel filter. ❏...
Page 289 135,000 Miles (225,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ If using your vehicle in dusty or off-road conditions, inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace if necessary. ❏...
Page 290 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around Schedule a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.†† which you have the knowledge and the right ❏...
Page 291: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ....290 • ARGENTINA ......290 •...
Page 292 • DOMINICAN REPUBLIC ....292 • ECUADOR ......292 •...
Page 293 • POLAND ......294 • PORTUGAL ......294 •...
Page 294 • Selling and servicing authorized dealer. IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE AUSTRIA The manufacturer distributors are vitally inter- Chrysler Austria Gesellschaft m.b.H. • Vehicle’s delivery date and current odometer ested in your satisfaction with their products Felmayergasse 2 distance. and services. If a servicing problem or other A-1210 Wien •...
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Page 303: Index
INDEX...
Page 304 About Your Brakes ... . . 177 Anti-Lock Warning Light ..126 Battery ....238 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .
Page 305 Carbon Monoxide Warning ..48 Console ....112 Diesel Fuel ....201 Cargo Area Cover .
Page 306 Brake Assist System ..180 Oil Disposal ....237 Flashers Electronic Roll Mitigation ..181 Oil Filter .
Page 307 Ethanol ....199 Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™) ..59 Hill Descent Control Indicator ..126,183 Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ..201 Hazard Hill Start Assist .
Page 308 Jack Location ....220 Lights ....50,90 Hill Descent Control Indicator . . . 126,183 Jack Operation .
Page 309 Warning (Instrument Cluster Lubricant Selection ..247,260 Occupant Restraints ... . 25 Description) ....123 Shift Speeds .
Page 310 Paint Care ....250 Radial Ply Tires ....188 Remote Sound System (Radio) Paint Damage .
Page 311 Seat Belts ....26,49 Sentry Key Programming ..15 Starting and Operating ..156 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Service Assistance .
Page 312 Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ..45 Guide ....206 Tread Wear Indicators ... 191 Tie Down Hooks, Cargo .
Page 313 Water Window Fogging ....149 Windshield Wiper Blades ..240 Driving Through ... . . 174 Windows .
Page 315 Chrysler Group LLC 12KK74-126-ENG-AA Printed in Europe...

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