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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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ..............3 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS .
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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....5 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .
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4 INTRODUCTION This Owner’s Manual describes all versions of this vehicle. INTRODUCTION 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.
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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.
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GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS FRONT VIEW ......8 INSTRUMENT PANEL .....10 REAR VIEW .
16 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle KEYS has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These Key With Remote Control numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) key fob contains an authorized dealer.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 17 2. Turn the screw to unlock using a small screwdriver. Replacing The Battery In The Key With Remote Control 3. Take out the battery case and replace the battery making sure that polarities are correct. 4.
18 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE General Information IGNITION SWITCH The following regulatory statement applies to all radio Ignition Switch frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: The ignition switch can be turned to three different posi- This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and tions: with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 19 WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured.
20 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Key-In-Ignition Reminder CAUTION! Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition • Always remove the Sentry Key from the vehicle and and the ignition switch position is in the OFF/LOCK lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. position, a signal sounds to remove the key.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 21 General Information To Arm The System The following regulatory statement applies to all radio 1. Remove the key from the ignition switch and get out of frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: the vehicle. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and 2.
22 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE If the vehicle security alarm sounds the horn a second time Central Lock/Unlock (Switch Safe Lock Device) — even when all doors, hood and liftgate are correctly closed, If Equipped a fault has occurred in the operation of the system. Contact This safety device prevents the operation of the interior an authorized dealer.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 23 • LED ON: Doors locked. Pushing the central lock/unlock Activating The Safe Lock Device button once will unlock all doors. The LED will switch The Safe Lock device is enabled on all the doors by quickly off once the doors are unlocked.
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24 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: With central locking active (LED ON), opening one of WARNING! (Continued) the front doors, it is possible to perform a central unlocking • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with (LED OFF). With central locking active (LED ON), in order to open one of the rear passenger doors, it is necessary pulling access to an unlocked vehicle.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 25 Doors Lock With One Or More Doors Open To Engage Or Disengage The Child-Protection Door Lock System It is possible to lock the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry, internal button, or external key fob. The vehicle can 1.
26 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Manual Adjustment (Front Seats) Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the WARNING! vehicle. • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is WARNING! dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 27 Forward/Rearward Adjustment Seat Height Adjustment The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near The seat height adjustment lever is located on the outboard the floor. side of the seat. Pull upward on the lever to raise the seat height or push downward on the lever to lower the seat While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the height.
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28 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Recliner Adjustment WARNING! The recline lever is located on the outboard side of the seat. • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is To recline the seat, lean forward slightly, lift the lever, lean dangerous.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 29 While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats) seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once the desired Rear Seats Forward/Rearward Adjustment position is reached. Then, using body pressure, move The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat the floor.
30 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Reclining Rear Seats Power Adjustment (Front Seats) — If Equipped The recliner handle is located on the outside of the seat Power Lumbar — If Equipped cushion. To adjust the seatback, lift upward on the handle, Push the power lumbar switch to adjust the lumbar lean back on the seatback and when you reach the desired support.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 31 Heated Seats — If Equipped WARNING! On some models, the front driver and passenger seats may • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, seatbacks.
32 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Fold And Tumble Rear Seat NOTE: • Prior to folding the rear seat, it may be necessary to reposition the front seats. • Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and posi- tioned forward.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 33 Seatback Recline Lever Folding Rear Seat 4. Slowly flip the entire seat forward. 5. Slowly flip the entire seat rearward and firmly lock the seat into position. 6. Raise the rear seatback and firmly lock the seatback into position.
34 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Rear Armrest — If Equipped WARNING! To use the armrest, fold it downward. • All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 35 NOTE: Do not reposition the head restraint 180 degrees to the incorrect position in an attempt to gain additional clearance to the back of the head. WARNING! • A loose head restraint thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could cause serious injury or death to occupants of the vehicle.
36 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE For proper routing of a Child Seat Tether, refer to “Occu- Rear Head Restraint Adjustment pant Restraints System” in “Safety.” The rear seats are equipped with adjustable head restraints, the outboard head restraints have two comfort positions, Front Head Restraint Removal while the central head restraint has to be used in the raised To remove the head restraint, raise it as far as it can go then...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 37 Rear Head Restraint Removal STEERING WHEEL NOTE: If the center rear head restraint requires removal, Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column see an authorized dealer. This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the To remove the outboard head restraints, raise it as far as it steering column.
38 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 39 Conversation Mirror — If Equipped There is a conversation mirror located at the top of the overhead console. Automatic Dimming Mirror CAUTION! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never Conversation Mirror Location spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.
40 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To access the conversation mirror, pull downward on the you are finished adjusting the mirror, turn the control to mirror until it reaches the open position. the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror. Conversation Mirror Power Mirror Controls Power Mirrors...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 41 Heated Mirrors — If Equipped Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for additional These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This flexibility in positioning the visor to block out the sun. feature will be activated whenever you turn on the rear To use the “Slide-On-Rod”...
42 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Rotate the end of the multifunction lever upward EXTERIOR LIGHTS to the first detent for headlight operation. Headlights The multifunction lever, located on the left side of the steering wheel, controls the operation of the headlights, headlight high beams, lane change assist and turn signals.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 43 Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped Parking Lights To activate the Daytime Running Lights (DRL), rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the O symbol. To turn on the parking lights, remove the key or turn the ignition to STOP (OFF/LOCK) position NOTE: The low beams and side/tail lights will not be on and turn on the headlights.
44 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To switch off the feature, select 0 seconds. Deactivation Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel and When the vehicle is unlocked, the low beams and parking hold it for more than two seconds. lights will turn on for the time specified.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 45 Push the switch to the off/left position from its center INTERIOR LIGHTS position and the lights are always off. Interior Lights Controls The interior light switches are located in the overhead console. The interior lights can be set to three different positions (Off/Left Position, Center Position, On/Right Position).
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46 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Leave the switch in the center position, and the lights are turned on and off when the doors are opened or closed. Map/Reading Light Switches CAUTION! Center Position The switches on the left and right sides of the overhead Before getting out of the vehicle be sure that the switch console controls the map or reading function of the lights.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 47 Interior Light Timing (Center Position) WIPERS AND WASHERS There are four different modes of operation that can be The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right activated in this position: side of the steering column. •...
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48 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Off Front Windshield Washer Operation Pull the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the steer- This is the normal position of the wiper lever. ing wheel to activate the washers. The wipers will activate Intermittent Wiper System automatically for three cycles after the lever is released.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 49 Rear Wiper/Washer Operation CAUTION! (Continued) Activation • In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and Rotate the windshield wiper lever center ring upward to allow the wipers to return to the park position before operate the rear window wiper as follows: turning off the engine.
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50 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • In continuous mode, when the lever is in the (con- tinuous) position. Rear Window Washer Operation Deactivation Rear Window Wiper Operation The function stops when the windshield wiper lever is Pushing the windshield wiper lever forward activates the released.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 51 CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Climate Control Overview Manual Climate Controls Manual Climate Control Descriptions Icon Description A/C Button Push the A/C button to engage the Air Conditioning (A/C). A LED will illuminate when the A/C system is engaged.
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52 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description Recirculation Button Push 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, dust, or high humidity are present.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 53 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.
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54 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description Mix Mode Mix Mode Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demister outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 55 Automatic Climate Control Overview Automatic Climate Controls Automatic Climate Control Descriptions Icon Description A/C Button Push and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when A/C is on. Per- forming this function again will cause the A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the A/C indicator will turn off.
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56 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description Recirculation Button Push 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, dust, or high humidity are present.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 57 Icon Description Rear Defrost Button Push and release the Rear Defrost Control button to turn ON the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator will illuminate when the rear window de- froster is on.
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58 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Icon Description Panel Mode Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 59 System Maintenance NOTE: • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, In winter, the climate control system must be turned on at select Defrost mode and increase blower speed if least once a month for about ten minutes.
60 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In cold weather, use of recirculation mode may lead NOTE: to excessive window fogging. The recirculation feature • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for may be unavailable (button on the touchscreen greyed out) cold or hot vehicles.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 61 Operating Tips Window Fogging Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild, rainy, NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for and/or humid weather. To clear the windows, select De- suggested control settings for various weather conditions.
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62 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.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 63 WINDOWS Power Windows Power Window Controls The power window controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the front passenger door, which operate the front passenger window and a single switch on each rear door that operates the rear passenger door window.
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64 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE To stop the window during an Auto-Up operation, push or WARNING! pull again the window switch. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do To close the window part way, pull the window switch not let children play with power windows.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 65 Resetting The Auto-Up Feature POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED Should the Auto-Up feature stop working, the window The sunroof has two glass panels (the front one is opera- probably needs to be reset. To reset Auto-Up: tional and the rear one fixed) and is equipped with an electrically operated sun blind.
66 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE then stop automatically. This is called “Express Open”. To WARNING! open the sunroof partway, pull the power sunroof switch briefly and release it when you want the sunroof to stop. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 67 down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or Sunroof Reinitialization partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and 1. Place the ignition in the ON/RUN mode. can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear 2.
68 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Closing With the sun blind fully open, pull and hold the power sun blind switch for approximately one second and release. The sun blind will close completely, then stop automati- cally. This is called “Express Close.” To close the sun blind partway, pull the sun blind switch briefly and release it when you want the sun blind to stop.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 69 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the red Closing safety catch lever to the left and raise the hood. The safety catch lever is located under the center front edge WARNING! of the hood.
70 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE LIFTGATE WARNING! Opening • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous To unlock the liftgate, use the key fob or activate the central exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your pas- locking button located on the instrument panel below the sengers could be injured by these fumes.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 71 4. Press the screwdriver into the seat in order to trigger the Liftgate Emergency Release release trunk tab (follow the direction arrow to open). As a security measure, a liftgate emergency release is built into the liftgate latching mechanism.
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72 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE • Position 2 (platform at threshold level) permits a level load threshold to facilitate loading/unloading of objects in the luggage compartment. It also allows the space underneath to be used as a additional compartment for stowing objects which are more fragile or small.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 73 2. Place the desired objects in compartment. Access To Double Load Compartment To access the double load compartment, proceed as fol- lows: 1. Grip handle and raise platform, holding it with one hand. Load Compartment Load Platform 1 —...
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74 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 3. Then reposition the platform correctly in the housings Moving The Load Platform on the side panels and rear crossmember. To move the load platform from lower to upper position, proceed as follows: 1. Grip handle and raise the platform, holding it with one hand.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 75 2. Position the platform correctly on housing on the side Cargo Area Tie Downs panels. There are two tie downs inside the luggage compartment for attaching cables which can secure the load carried. Two additional tie downs located on the rear crossmember. Raised Position 1 —...
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76 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Cargo hooks are also available on the side panels to fix Storage Compartments loads which are not excessively heavy (e.g. bags). There are two storage compartments located on the rear side panels. Cargo Side Panel Hook Location Storage Compartment CAUTION! The maximum load admitted per each bag hook is...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 77 NOTE: HomeLink is disabled when the Vehicle Security GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED Alarm is active. HomeLink replaces up to three remote controls (hand-held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door Before You Begin Programming HomeLink openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security sys- Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage tems.
78 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 1. Place the ignition in the ON/RUN position. Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manufac- NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, tured after 1995: place the ignition in the RUN position with the engine ON. Make sure while programming HomeLink with the engine These garage door openers can be identified by the “LEARN”...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 79 5. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate Programming A Non-Rolling Code the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button. This can usually For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to before 1995: the garage door opener/device motor.
80 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 5. Push and hold the programmed HomeLink button and NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, observe the indicator light. place the ignition in the RUN position with the engine ON. Make sure while programming HomeLink with the engine •...
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 81 NOTE: Security • If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn in is complete and the garage door/device should acti- your vehicle. vate when the HomeLink button is pushed.
82 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call General Information toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at HomeLink.com The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio for information or assistance. Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and WARNING! with Innovation, Science and Economic Development...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 83 Front Center Armrest Storage — If Equipped The front center armrest contains a storage compartment. To open the storage compartment, push in the release latch on the front of the armrest. Glove Compartment Storage 1 —...
84 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE The front center armrest can also be lifted up and adjusted Cupholders in three positions. To adjust the armrest down, pull up on For the driver and front passenger, cupholders are located the armrest, then push the latch down. on the floor console between the front seats.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 85 For the rear seat passengers, there is one cupholder located On models with optional smoker’s kit, the cigar lighter in the center armrest (if equipped). takes the place of the power socket. Refer to “Cigar Lighter”...
86 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE Cigar Lighter — If Equipped ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED This is located on the instrument panel, below the climate The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the controls. To activate the cigar lighter, push and release the weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 87 Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars. The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ....90 ▫ Yellow Indicator Lights ....108 ▫...
90 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Instrument Cluster 2. Instrument Cluster Display Instrument Cluster Descriptions • The instrument cluster display shows messages when 1. Speedometer the appropriate conditions exist. Refer to “Instrument • Indicates vehicle speed. Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know Your Instru- ment Panel”...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 91 3. Tachometer CAUTION! • Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000). Driving with a hot engine cooling system could dam- age your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,” 4.
92 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY Your vehicle may be equipped with an instrument cluster display, which offers useful information to the driver. With the ignition in the STOP/OFF position, opening/closing of a door will activate the display for viewing, and display the total miles (kilometers) in the odometer.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 93 • Up Arrow Button Instrument Cluster Display Control Buttons The system allows the driver to select information by Push and release the up arrow button to scroll pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering upward through the main menu and submenus.
94 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Change Engine Oil Indicator System Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indi- The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a cator system. The “Oil Change Required” message will cycle.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 95 The Trip menu provides the following submenus: Speedometer • Trip A Push and release the up or down arrow button until the Speedometer Menu item is displayed in the instrument • Trip B cluster display.
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96 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip B Trip B submenu is divided into two pages that contain the following information. Page Menu item Description Distance Shows the distance traveled during Trip B First Page Trip B. Travel Time Shows the total travel time for Trip B.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 97 Tire Pressure Audio Push and release the up or down arrow button until the The Tire Pressure submenu will indicate an under inflated Audio menu title is displayed in the instrument cluster tire. When a tire goes below the recommended inflation display.
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98 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Message Reader: Displays text messages received. Push Stored Messages the OK button on the Steering Wheel to select a message Push and release the up or down arrow button until the to read. The system will also display if a message has Messages Menu item is highlighted.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 99 The settings are as follows: Setting Menu Item Setting Name Description Backlight Increase or decrease the brightness of the display. Display Screen Setup Configure display with the following options: Zone 1: • Temperature (Default) •...
100 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting Menu Item Setting Name Description Park Assist Volume Increase or decrease Park Assist vol- Security ume. Warning Buzzer Volume Increase or decrease the volume of the warning buzzer. WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES Red Warning Lights The warning/indicator lights will illuminate in the instru- —...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 101 NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp — Brake Warning Light cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level conditions. This warning light monitors various brake functions, in- The vehicle should have service performed, and the brake cluding brake fluid level and parking brake application.
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102 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is — Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position. This warning light warns of an overheated engine condi- tion.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 103 — Electric Power Steering Fault Warning Light — Transmission Fault Warning Light This warning light will turn on when there’s a fault with This light will illuminate (together with a message in the the EPS (Electric Power Steering) system.
104 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If the vehicle is moving and a door is opened, there — Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Warning will also be a single chime. Light — If Equipped The “ESC Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will —...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 105 several typical driving styles. In most situations, the ve- — Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Warning hicle will drive normally and will not require towing. Light — If Equipped This warning light indicates the Electronic Stability Control When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to alert (ESC) is off.
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106 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL — Passenger Air Bag Indicator Light CAUTION! This light should come and remain on for four to eight seconds Do not continue driving with one or more flat tires as as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned to the handling may be compromised.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 107 As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
108 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Yellow Indicator Lights — Fuel Cutoff Failure Light — If Equipped This light will illuminate if there is a fuel cutoff failure. If — External Light Failure Indicator Light — If this light illuminates, take it to an authorized dealer and Equipped have them inspect it.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 109 CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to If you continue operating the vehicle when the Trans- the heating elements: mission Temperature Warning Light is illuminated you • Use care when washing the inside of the rear win- could cause the fluid to boil over, come in contact with hot engine or exhaust components and cause a fire.
110 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL — Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped White Indicator Lights This indicator light will illuminate when the front fog — Cruise Control On Light — If Equipped lights are on. This light will turn on when the cruise control has been turned on, but a speed is not selected.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 111 If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system Blue Indicator Lights will turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). It will — High Beam Indicator Light also store diagnostic codes and other information to assist This indicator light will illuminate to indicate that the high your service technician in making repairs.
112 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL For further information, refer to “Cybersecurity” in the Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity “Multimedia” section. 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...
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 113 Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which you • The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully can use prior to going to the test station. To check if your illuminated until you place the ignition in the off posi- vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must do the follow- tion or start the engine.
116 SAFETY These are all normal characteristics of ABS. SAFETY FEATURES Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) WARNING! The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased • The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip- vehicle stability and brake performance under most brak- ment that may be susceptible to interference caused ing conditions.
SAFETY Electronic Brake Control System WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a advanced electronic brake • The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must control system that includes the Anti-Lock Brake System never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Traction Control System that could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of (TCS), Hill Start Assist (HSA), Dynamic Steering Torque...
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118 SAFETY wheel. This will allow more engine torque to be applied to WARNING! the wheel that is not spinning. This feature remains active even if TCS and ESC are in the Partial Off mode or Full Off • The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the mode.
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SAFETY • Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e., Dynamic Steering Torque (DST) vehicle in NEUTRAL (manual transmission), vehicle The DST function uses the integration of the ESC system facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle backing uphill is with the electric power steering to increase the safety level in REVERSE gear).
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120 SAFETY Electronic Stability Control (ESC) WARNING! (Continued) This system enhances directional control and stability of road conditions. ESC cannot prevent all accidents, in- the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC corrects cluding those resulting from excessive speed in turns, for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by apply- driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning.
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SAFETY ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And NOTE: ESC OFF Indicator Light • The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and the ESC OFF Indicator Light come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will come on when the •...
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122 SAFETY NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving Partial Off with snow chains, or when starting off in deep snow, sand, The “ESC OFF” button is located in the switch bank above or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off” the climate control.
SAFETY change of the steering wheel angle and vehicle’s speed are AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS sufficient to potentially cause wheel lift, it then applies the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) appropriate brake and may also reduce engine power to The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the lessen the chance that wheel lift will occur.
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124 SAFETY The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressure CAUTION! as long as the condition exists, and will not turn off until the tire pressure is at or above the recommended cold tire pressure • The TPMS has been optimized for the original on the placard.
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SAFETY NOTE: Base System • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure or This is the TPMS warning indicator located in condition. the instrument cluster. • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your tire pressure.
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126 SAFETY fault condition no longer exists. A system fault can occur Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings with any of the following scenarios: The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illuminate • Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to in the instrument cluster, an acoustic signal will be acti- facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM vated, and the “Check left or right front/rear tire”...
SAFETY • However, after driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes (2) This device must accept any interference received, above 15 mph (24 km/h), the Tire Pressure Monitoring including interference that may cause undesired operation. Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved then remain on solid.
128 SAFETY 4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind Important Safety Precautions them or under their arm. Please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells you how to use your restraint system properly, to 5.
SAFETY Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert) WARNING! Driver and Passenger BeltAlert (if equipped) • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can and outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) to buckle their...
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130 SAFETY BeltAlert may be triggered when an animal or other items BeltAlert Warning Sequence are placed on the outboard front passenger seat or when The BeltAlert warning sequence is activated when the the seat is folded flat (if equipped). It is recommended that vehicle is moving above a specified vehicle speed range pets be restrained in the rear seat (if equipped) in pet and the driver or outboard front seat passenger is unbuck-...
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SAFETY WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with internal injuries, or you could even slide out of the your seat belt to restrain you properly.
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132 SAFETY WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) can’t straighten a seat belt in your vehicle, take it to internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder an authorized dealer immediately and have it fixed. bones. Wear the seat belt over your shoulder so that •...
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SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, and next to your arm in the rear seat (for vehicles equipped with a rear seat).
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134 SAFETY Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the seat belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.
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SAFETY Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Seat Belt Pretensioner The front seat belt system is equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. These devices may improve the performance of the seat belt by removing slack from the seat belt early in a collision.
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136 SAFETY ALR is activated, you will hear a clicking sound as the seat Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) belt retracts. Allow the webbing to retract completely in The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor webbing necessary to comfortably wrap around the occu- (ALR) which is used to secure a child restraint system.
SAFETY How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode WARNING! (Continued) 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Do not use the Automatic Locking Mode to restrain occupants who are wearing the seat belt or children 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until who are using booster seats.
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138 SAFETY • Steering Wheel and Column The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the instrument panel for approximately four to eight seconds • Instrument Panel for a self-check when the ignition switch is in the MAR/ •...
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SAFETY NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. In this condition the air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection. Have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately.
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140 SAFETY This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or front WARNING! (Continued) passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon bag.
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SAFETY When the ORC detects a collision requiring the front air Front Air Bag Operation bags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional protec- non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the front air bags. tion by supplementing the seat belts.
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142 SAFETY Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the steering column. The Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag provides enhanced protection during a frontal impact by working together with the seat belts, pretensioners, and front air bags.
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SAFETY WARNING! Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the Side Air Bags; the performance could be adversely affected and/or objects could be pushed into you, causing serious injury. Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs) This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs).
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144 SAFETY The SABICs inflate with enough force to injure occupants if Side Impacts they are not belted and seated properly, or if items are The Side Air Bags are designed to activate in certain side positioned in the area where the SABICs inflate. Children impacts.
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SAFETY Side Air Bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint WARNING! system. Side Air Bags deploy in less time than it takes to blink your eyes. • Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door or window. Sit upright in the center WARNING! of the seat.
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146 SAFETY Rollover Events Air Bag System Components Side Air Bags are designed to activate in certain rollover NOTE: The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors events. The ORC determines whether the deployment of the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated the Side Air Bags in a particular rollover event is appro- with electrical Air Bag System Components listed below: priate, based on the severity and type of collision.
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SAFETY rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat If A Deployment Occurs irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues, The front air bags are designed to deflate immediately after see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, deployment.
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148 SAFETY • Cut off battery power to the: Enhanced Accident Response System • Engine In the event of an impact, if the communication network • Electric Motor (if equipped) remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event, the ORC will determine whether •...
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SAFETY Enhanced Accident Response System Reset Customer Action Customer Will See Procedure NOTE: Each step MUST BE held for at least two seconds After the event occurs, when the system is active, a 3. Turn right turn signal Right turn light is ON message regarding fuel cutoff is displayed.
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150 SAFETY Maintaining Your Air Bag System Customer Action Customer Will See NOTE: Each step MUST BE held for at least two seconds WARNING! 10. Turn left turn signal Right turn light is OFF. • Modifications to any part of the air bag system could switch OFF.
SAFETY These data can help provide a better understanding of the WARNING! (Continued) circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. dealer. Only manufacturer approved seat accessories NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a may be used. If it is necessary to modify the air bag non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
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152 SAFETY Children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled child. Carefully read and follow all the instructions and up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, warnings in the child restraint Owner’s Manual and on all children are safer when properly restrained in the rear the labels attached to the child restraint.
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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 the rear seat of the vehicle...
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154 SAFETY Infant And Child Restraints WARNING! (Continued) Safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing in • Only use a rear-facing child restraint in the rear seat the vehicle until they are two years old or until they reach of a vehicle with a rear seat. either the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child restraint.
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SAFETY should use the seat belt in a rear seat. Use this simple 5-step WARNING! test to decide whether the child can use the vehicle’s seat belt alone: • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. 1.
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156 SAFETY WARNING! Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back. In a crash, the shoulder belt will not protect a child properly, which may result in serious injury or death. A child must always wear both the lap and shoulder portions of the seat belt correctly.
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SAFETY seating positions, the seat belt must be used with the top tether Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH) anchorage to install the child restraint. Please see the following Restraint System table for more information. LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle LATCH Label Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage...
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158 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until the weight of the child restraint) for using the combined weight of the child and the child LATCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
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SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the The child seat may touch the back of the back of the front passenger seat? front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact. See your child restraint owner’s manual for more in- formation.
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160 SAFETY Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages There are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat, near the floor. Tether Anchorage Routing Position LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the Upper Tether Anchorages...
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SAFETY 1. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether Center Seat LATCH strap of the child seat so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages. WARNING! 2. Place the child seat between the lower anchorages for •...
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162 SAFETY How To Stow An Unused Switchable-ALR (ALR) WARNING! (Continued) Seat Belt: • Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child only those loads imposed by correctly-fitted child restraint, stow all ALR seat belts that are not being used by restraints.
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SAFETY The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor Restraints In This Vehicle (ALR) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip.
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164 SAFETY Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit (child’s weight + Weight limit of the Always use the tether anchor when using the weight of the child restraint) for using the Child Restraint seat belt to install a forward facing child re- Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a...
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SAFETY 2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable to pass it through the belt path of the child restraint. Do Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR): not twist the belt webbing in the belt path. Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a 3.
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166 SAFETY 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the WARNING! (Continued) seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect the “Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether Restraint System”...
SAFETY two posts. If not possible, lower the head restraint and WARNING! pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the head restraint. • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the 3.
168 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.
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.
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170 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.
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.
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STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING THE ENGINE ....175 ▫ Operation ......186 ▫...
STARTING AND OPERATING 175 STARTING THE ENGINE Normal Starting Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
176 STARTING AND OPERATING Cold Weather Operation Extended Park Starting To prevent possible engine damage while starting at low NOTE: Extended Park condition occurs when the vehicle temperatures, this vehicle will inhibit engine cranking has not been started or driven for at least 30 days. when the ambient temperature is less than –22°F (–30°C) 1.
STARTING AND OPERATING 177 Although the pump is rubber-mounted for quiet operation, If Engine Fails To Start it is normal to hear it running during this time. WARNING! ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the A long break-in period is not required for the engine and throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
178 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result. NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as a problem.
STARTING AND OPERATING 179 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with CAUTION! access to an unlocked vehicle. Damage to the transmission may occur if the following • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is precautions are not observed: dangerous for a number of reasons.
180 STARTING AND OPERATING Key Ignition Park Interlock WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Interlock • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you ignition can be turned to the LOCK/OFF (key removal) should never exit a vehicle while the engine is position.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 181 The electronically-controlled transmission adapts its shift The transmission gear selector provides PARK, REVERSE, schedule based on driver inputs, along with environmental NEUTRAL, DRIVE, and AutoStick (+/-) shift positions. and road conditions. The transmission electronics are self- Manual shifts can be made using the AutoStick shift calibrating;...
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182 STARTING AND OPERATING PARK (P) WARNING! This range supplements the parking brake by locking the • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in motion.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 183 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) the transmission into PARK, turn the engine OFF, mode, and also press the brake pedal. Otherwise, and remove the ignition key. Once the key is re- damage to the gear selector could result. •...
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184 STARTING AND OPERATING NEUTRAL (N) DRIVE (D) Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged This range should be used for most city and highway periods with the engine running. The engine may be driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and downshifts, started in this range.
STARTING AND OPERATING 185 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. Instrument Cluster Messages Dedicated messages will be displayed in the instrument 5. Restart the engine. cluster to alert the driver when certain unusual conditions 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no occur.
186 STARTING AND OPERATING • You can start out (from a stop) in first, second, or third Operation gear. Starting out in second or third gear can be helpful When the gear selector is in the AutoStick position (beside in snow or icy conditions. To select second or third gear the Drive position), it can be moved forward and rearward.
STARTING AND OPERATING 187 Operating Modes WARNING! 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. MODE SELECTOR – IF EQUIPPED This system allows for three selectable modes, according to driving style and road conditions.
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188 STARTING AND OPERATING Activation: NOTE: System intervention set-up can only be engaged with Traction+ mode activated. Rotate the selector and hold in this position for approxi- mately half of a second, the corresponding LED will light Activation: up and “Traction+” mode indicator appears on the display With Traction+ mode on, rotate the selector clockwise and with a dedicated message.
STARTING AND OPERATING 189 vehicle again by pressing the brake and accelerator • On level ground in urban areas it is advised to deacti- pedals. If the Gravity Control is not available when vate the Gravity Control system intervention, since for system intervention set-up is engaged, this could be due speeds below 15 mph (25 km/h) in certain conditions, to brake overheating.
190 STARTING AND OPERATING To Activate Push the on/off button to activate the Speed Control. The cruise indicator light in the instrument cluster display will illuminate. To turn the system off, push the on/off button a second time. The cruise indicator light will turn off. The system should be turned off when not in use.
STARTING AND OPERATING 191 • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will To Vary The Speed Setting continue to increase until the button is released, then the To Increase Speed new set speed will be established. When the Speed Control is set, you can increase speed by To Decrease Speed pushing the SET (+) button.
192 STARTING AND OPERATING Metric Speed (km/h) WARNING! • Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 km/h Speed Control can be dangerous where the system decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could results in a decrease of 1 km/h.
STARTING AND OPERATING 193 12 inches (30 cm) up to 55 inches (140 cm) from the center REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED of the rear fascia/bumper and up to 24 inches (60 cm) from The Rear Park Assist system provides an audible indication the corners of the rear fascia/bumper, depending on the of the distance between the rear fascia/bumper and a location, type and orientation of the obstacle.
194 STARTING AND OPERATING Audible And Visual Signals Supplied By The Rear Park Assist System SIGNAL MEANING INDICATION An obstacle is present Audible Signal (dashboard loudspeaker) Obstacle Distance • Sound pulses emitted at a rate that increases as the dis- within the sensors’...
STARTING AND OPERATING 195 The sensors and wiring are tested continuously when the Park Assist System Usage Precautions ignition is in the ON/RUN position. Failures are indicated NOTE: immediately if they occur when the system is on. • Ensure that the outer surface and the underside of the Even if the system is able to identify that a specific sensor rear bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or is in failure condition, the instrument cluster display shall...
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196 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! • Drivers must be careful when backing up even when • Rear Park Assist is only a parking aid and it is using Rear Park Assist. Always check carefully be- unable to recognize every obstacle, including small hind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure to obstacles.
STARTING AND OPERATING 197 When enabled, active guide lines are overlaid on the image PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA to illustrate the width of the vehicle and its projected Your vehicle is equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up backup path based on the steering wheel position. A Camera that allows you to see an on-screen image of the dashed center line overlay indicates the center of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the gear...
198 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL WARNING! 1. Open the fuel filler door. Drivers must be careful when backing up even when 2. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always seals the system.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 199 NOTE: A funnel is provided (located in the tool bag or cargo floor area in the rear cargo area) to open the flapper door to allow for emergency refueling with a gas can. Funnel Location For Vehicle With Optional Spare Tire Funnel Location Inside Of Tool Kit...
200 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be burned. Always place fuel containers on the ground while filling. CAUTION! To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 201 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Tire Size The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents including driver, passengers, vehicle, options and cargo. the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires must The label also specifies maximum capacities of front and be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.
202 STARTING AND OPERATING Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect Loading on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way The actual total weight and the weight of the front and rear the brakes operate. of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined by weighing it when it is loaded and ready for operation.
STARTING AND OPERATING 203 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground Automatic Transmission Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Front Rear NOT ALLOWED On Trailer NOTE: When towing your vehicle, always follow appli- CAUTION! cable state and provincial laws.
204 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING TIPS Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Driving On Slippery Surfaces wedge of water to build up between the tire and road Information in this section will aid in safe controlled surface.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 205 Flowing/Rising Water WARNING! (Continued) • Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s WARNING! braking capabilities, which increases stopping dis- Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is tances. Therefore, after driving through standing flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
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206 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) • Driving through standing water may cause damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always in- spect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmis- sion, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving through standing water.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ... .208 ▫ Jacking Instructions .....223 BULB REPLACEMENT .
208 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY This is an emergency warning system and it should not be HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for instrument panel, below the radio.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 209 Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Front Low and High Beam Headlamp HIR2LL Front Turn Signal Lamps WY21W Front Parking LED (See Authorized Dealer) Daytime Running Lamps W21W Front Side Marker Lamps LED (See Authorized Dealer) Rear Tail/Stop Lamps P21/5W Rear Tail Lamp LED (See Authorized Dealer)
210 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Replacing Exterior Bulbs Headlamps Low Beam And High Beam 1. Remove the plastic sealing cap from the back of the headlamp housing by turning it counterclockwise. Bulb Removal Procedure 3. Remove the bulb when all the tabs are aligned with the openings in the metal holder.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 211 4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb. 5. Install the new bulb and rotate clockwise to lock in place. Electrical Connector Removal New Bulb Installation...
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212 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 6. Reinstall the plastic cap. 3. Remove the cap from the back of the lower headlamp housing. 4. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise and remove. 5. Install the bulb into socket, and rotate bulb/socket clockwise into lamp locking it in place. 6.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 213 Rear Tail, Stop, Backup And Turn Signal Lamps FUSES 1. Open the liftgate. WARNING! 2. Remove the tail lamp access panel. • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appro- 3. Remove the two screws that secure the tail lamp to the priate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as body of the vehicle.
214 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY General Information Underhood Fuses The fuses protect electrical systems against excessive current. The Front Distribution Unit is located on the right side of the engine compartment, next to the battery. To access the When a device does not work, you must check the fuse fuses, push the release tabs and remove the cover.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 215 Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description 70 Amp Tan – Body Controller 60 Amp Blue – Body Controller Rear Distribution Unit 20 Amp Yellow – Ignition Switch 40 Amp Orange – Anti-Lock Brake Pump 70 Amp Tan –...
216 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description – 5 Amp Tan After Run Pump 70 Amp Tan – PTC (Secondary) 40 Amp Orange – PTC (Primary) – 15 Amp Blue Front Power Outlet 12V – 7.5 Amp Brown USB Charger Sockets –...
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 217 Fuse Panel Cavity Locations Vehicle Fuse Num- Cavity Mini Fuse Description 7.5 Amp Brown Right Low Beam 7.5 Amp Brown Front and Rear Ceiling Lights Trunk and Door Courtesy Lights...
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218 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Vehicle Fuse Num- Cavity Mini Fuse Description 7.5 Amp Brown Instrument Panel Node 20 Amp Yellow Central Door Locking 15 Amp Blue Diagnostic Socket, Vehicle Radio, Climate Control Sys- tem, TPMS, Sunroof 7.5 Amp Brown Left High Beam 7.5 Amp Brown Right High Beam...
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 219 Vehicle Fuse Num- Cavity Mini Fuse Description 5 Amp Tan Climate Control, Seat Regulation 20 Amp Yellow Driver Power Window Rear Interior Fuses The rear interior fuse panel is located on the driver’s side in the rear compartment.
220 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Vehicle Fuse Num- Cavity Mini Fuse Description 15 Amp Blue Lumbar Regulation Seats 15 Amp Blue Heated Seats 20 Amp Yellow Hi Fi System 20 Amp Yellow Sun Blind 20 Amp Yellow Sunroof JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! (Continued) under a vehicle that is on a jack.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 221 Jack Location Spare Tire Removal/Stowage The spare tire jack is located in the rear cargo area underneath the cargo floor. Spare Tire Location The spare tire is stowed in underneath the rear cargo area Jack Location on the outside of the vehicle.
222 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 3. When the spare is clear, replace the jack tools. CAUTION! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack wrench extension tool only. Use of air wrench or power tool may damage the winch. Preparations For Jacking 1.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 223 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally WARNING! (Continued) opposite the jacking position. For example, if the right front • Apply the parking brake firmly and set the transmis- wheel is being changed, block the left rear wheel. sion in PARK.
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224 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the wheel bolts, use the wheel bolt wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle. 3. Before raising the vehicle, use the wheel bolt wrench to loosen, but not remove, the wheel bolts on the wheel with the flat tire.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 225 WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the wheel bolts and tire. 7.
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226 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 8. Install the wheel bolts with the threaded end of the leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern until wheel bolt toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the wheel each wheel bolt has been tightened twice. Refer to bolts.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 227 Tire punctures of up to 1/4 of an inch (6mm) can be TIRE SERVICE KIT repaired; the kit can be used in all weather conditions. Do If a tire is punctured, you can make a first emergency repair not remove the foreign object from the punctured tire, i.e., using the Tire Service Kit located in the rear storage area screw or nail.
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228 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Insert the power plug into the vehicle power outlet socket. WARNING! (Continued) Start the vehicle engine. • Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or heat Push the Tire Service Kit power button to the “I” position. source.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 229 WARNING! Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using Tire Service Kit. Do not exceed 65 mph (110 km/h) until the tire is repaired or replaced. Failure to follow this warning can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
230 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY JUMP STARTING Preparations For Jump Start If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump The battery in your vehicle is located on the driver’s side of started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another the engine compartment.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 231 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent establish a ground connection and personal injury electrical contact.
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232 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Follow these steps to disconnect the negative (-) battery WARNING! (Continued) cable: could cause the battery to explode and could result in 1. Pull outward on the negative (-) battery cable terminal personal injury. Only use the specific ground point, do release lever to the open position.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 233 NOTE: The negative (-) battery cable must be connected to IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS the negative (-) post of the battery. In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. Follow these steps to connect the negative (-) battery cable: •...
234 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY IGNITION KEY REMOVAL OVERRIDE WARNING! This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Interlock You or others can be badly burned by hot engine which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 235 Lower Steering Column Screw Locations Release Tab Location 6. Pull the release tab downwards using one hand and 7. Once the key is removed, reinstall the steering column with the other one remove the key, sliding it outwards. cover.
236 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the gear selector cannot be 8. Reinstall the gear selector boot. moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the gear selector: 1.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 237 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can seconds continuously without stopping when you are often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no wheel right and left to clear the area around the front matter what the speed.
238 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE NOTE: This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. Wheels OFF The Ground Towing Condition AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Front Rear NOT ALLOWED Flatbed...
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 239 If you must use the accessories (wipers, defroster, etc.) ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM while being towed, the key must be in the ON/RUN (EARS) position. This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Accident • Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated. Response System.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE CONTENTS SCHEDULED SERVICING ....243 ▫ Exhaust System ......256 ▫...
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242 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ▫ Body And Underbody Maintenance ..287 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....285 ▫...
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 243 NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- SCHEDULED SERVICING vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months, or 350 Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change hours of engine run time: whichever comes first. The 350 indicator system.
244 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Plan At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Required Maintenance Intervals • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as Refer to the maintenance plan on the following pages for required.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 245 Mileage or time passed (which- ever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin air filter. Replace brake fluid every two years. * Clean and lube sun roof tracks.
246 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE * The brake fluid change interval is time based only, WARNING! (Continued) mileage intervals do not apply. • Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, could result in a component malfunction and effect yearly intervals do not apply.
248 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground, and WARNING! approximately five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off, will improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Commercially available windshield washer solvents Maintain the oil level between the range markings on the are flammable.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 249 DEALER SERVICE WARNING! (Continued) An authorized dealer has the qualified service personnel, battery or any other booster source with an output special tools, and equipment to perform all service opera- greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps to tions in an expert manner.
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250 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- CAUTION! vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or 350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350 Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern chemicals can damage your engine.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 251 Synthetic Engine Oils Engine Oil Filter You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- every engine oil change.
252 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! WARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants ap- The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine proved by the manufacturer for your air conditioning backfire.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 253 The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling — R–1234yf year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small R–1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluo- amount of a high quality lubricant, such as Mopar Lock roolefin (HFO) that is endorsed by the Environmental Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
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254 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE The wiper blades and wiper arms should be inspected To have a correct activation of strategy, the Service Position periodically, not just when wiper performance problems command (antipanic) must be active for at least half a are experienced.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 255 Front Wiper Blade Removal/Installation Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation 1. Lift the front wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade 1. Lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the windshield. off of the liftgate glass.
256 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 3. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade WARNING! (Continued) holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly push the • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over wiper blade until it snaps into place.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 257 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic converter Cooling System will not require maintenance. However, it is important to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst WARNING! operation and prevent possible catalyst damage. • You or others can be badly burned by hot engine NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control sys- coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
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258 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Coolant Checks NOTE: • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than speci- Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 fied Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant months (before the onset of freezing weather, where appli- (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may cable).
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 259 • 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.
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260 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE • 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.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 261 When additional coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. required, the cooling system should be pressure tested Do not overfill. for leaks.
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262 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE WARNING! WARNING! • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possi- bly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or riding Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical on the brake pedal can result in abnormally high brake Specifications”...
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 263 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate transmission shift quality and/or torque converter the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be shudder. Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Techni- damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure. cal Specifications”...
264 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Fluid Level Check Fluid And Filter Changes The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at adjustment under normal operating conditions. Routine the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the life fluid level checks are not required;...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 265 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.
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266 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as Tire Identification Number (TIN) mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on the The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire; outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard side of however, the date code may only be on one side.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 267 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located be- B-Pillar hind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the Cold Tire Inflation Pressure vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours.
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268 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 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.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 269 Tire And Loading Information Placard Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard in “Vehicle Loading”...
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270 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit— Metric Example For Load Limit (1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of For example, if “XXX” amount equals 635 kg and there will occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or be five 68 kg passengers in your vehicle, the amount of XXX lbs.”...
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 271 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.
272 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Tires — General Information WARNING! (Continued) Tire Pressure • Overinflated or underinflated tires can affect vehicle Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Four primary areas vehicle control.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 273 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.
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274 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 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.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 275 Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “In Case Of Emer- Run Flat Tires — If Equipped gency” for further information. Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid loss of inflation WARNING! pressure.
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276 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 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.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 277 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.
278 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 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.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 279 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”...
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280 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 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).
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 281 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.
282 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including excessive Wheel And Wheel Trim Care 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 (neutral age to the wheels.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 283 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!
284 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 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.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 285 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM Traction Grades TIRE QUALITY GRADES The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, The following tire grading categories were established B, and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
286 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Sustained high temperature can cause the material of VEHICLE STORAGE the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21 days, temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C you may want to take steps to preserve your battery.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 287 • Insects, tree sap and tar. BODYWORK • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. Protection From Atmospheric Agents • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geographic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in Body And Underbody Maintenance snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the metal...
288 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Preserving The Bodywork Special Care • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near Washing the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once a • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your vehicle month.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 289 INTERIORS WARNING! Seats And Fabric Parts A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and Use Mopar Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system carpeting.
290 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: If equipped with light colored leather, it tends to Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses show any foreign material, dirt, and fabric dye transfer The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are more so than darker colors. The leather is designed for easy molded in clear plastic.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONTENTS IDENTIFICATION DATA....292 ▫ Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ..296 ▫ Vehicle Identification Number ... . .292 ▫...
292 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 engraved on the right front floor pan under the passenger seat, on an adhesive label applied to the right door opening on the B-Pillar, on the vehicle registration and title.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 293 In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e., **Use only an authorized dealer recommended lug nuts/ repeated brake applications with the engine off) the brakes bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening. will still function.
294 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FUEL REQUIREMENTS 1.4L Turbo This engine is designed to meet all emis- sion regulations, provide satisfactory fuel economy and performance when using high-quality unleaded “Regular” gasoline having a posted octane number of 87 as specified by the (R+M)/2 method.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 295 gasoline is recommended. Visit www.toptiergas.com for a Reformulated Gasoline list of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Retailers. Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline”. Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents should be Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and are specifi- avoided.
296 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Problems that result from using gasoline containing more CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications than 15% ethanol (E-15) or gasoline containing methanol Modifications that allow the engine to run on compressed are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may natural gas (CNG) or liquid propane (LP) may result in void or not be covered under New Vehicle Limited War- damage to the engine, emissions, and fuel system compo-...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 297 NOTE: Intentional tampering with the emissions control Fuel System Cautions system can result in civil penalties being assessed against you. CAUTION! Carbon Monoxide Warnings Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s performance: • The use of leaded gasoline is prohibited by Federal WARNING! law.
300 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Use only Mopar AW-1 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use Mopar DOT 4. If DOT 4 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 3 is acceptable.
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MULTIMEDIA CONTENTS UCONNECT SYSTEMS ....302 ▫ Get Started ......318 DRAG &...
302 MULTIMEDIA UCONNECT SYSTEMS For detailed information about your Uconnect system, refer to your Uconnect Owner’s Manual Supplement. NOTE: Uconnect screen images are for illustration pur- poses only and may not reflect exact software for your vehicle. DRAG & DROP MENU BAR The Uconnect features and services in the main menu bar are easily changed for your convenience.
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.
304 MULTIMEDIA NOTE: UCONNECT SETTINGS • FCA US LLC or your dealer may contact you directly Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect 4/4 regarding software updates. NAV With 7–inch Display Settings • To help further improve vehicle security and minimize Press the Settings button to display the menu setting screen. In the potential risk of a security breach, vehicle owners this mode the Uconnect system allows you to access program- should:...
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MULTIMEDIA Language After pressing the “Language” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options English Français Español Language Display After pressing the “Display” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Auto Manual...
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306 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Touchscreen Beep Display Trip B • Custom Units • Units When “Custom” is selected, you may select each unit of measure independently displayed in the instrument cluster When in this display, you may select to have the instru- display, and navigation system.
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MULTIMEDIA Clock & Date After pressing the “Clock” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Sync Time With GPS NOTE: This feature allows you to automatically have the radio set the time. To change the Sync Time setting, press the “Sync Time with Nav”...
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308 MULTIMEDIA Setting Name Selectable Options Show Time In Status Bar — If Equipped NOTE: This feature allows you to turn on or shut off the digital clock in the status bar. Set Date (MM/DD/YY) NOTE: This feature allows you to set the date, month, and year using the plus and minus buttons. Safety &...
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MULTIMEDIA Lights After pressing the “Lights” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options – Interior Ambient Lights NOTE: When this feature is selected, it allows the adjustment of the brightness of the interior ambient lighting. Greeting Lights Daytime Running Lights...
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310 MULTIMEDIA Doors & Locks After pressing the “Doors & Locks” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Auto Door Locks NOTE: When this feature is selected, all doors will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).
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MULTIMEDIA Audio After pressing the “Audio” button on the touchscreen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Speaker Icon Arrow Buttons Balance/Fade NOTE: When in this display you may adjust the Balance and Fade settings. – Equalizer NOTE: When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and Treble settings.
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312 MULTIMEDIA Phone WARNING! Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following all applicable laws. Your attention should be focused on safely operating the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in a collision causing serious injury or death. After pressing the “Phone”...
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MULTIMEDIA SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped After pressing the “SiriusXM Setup” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Tune Start NOTE: The “Tune Start” feature begins playing the current song from the beginning when you tune to a music chan- nel using one of the twelve presets, so you can enjoy the complete song.
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314 MULTIMEDIA Restore Settings To Default After pressing the “Restore Settings” button on the touch- screen, the following settings will be available: Setting Name Selectable Options Restore Settings NOTE: When this feature is selected, it will reset Display, Clock, Audio, and Radio Settings to their default. Clear Personal Data After pressing the “Clear Personal Data Settings”...
MULTIMEDIA AUX/Media Player, etc.) and can also be used to select/ STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS enter an item while scrolling through menu. The remote sound system controls are located at the rear of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a push- switches.
316 MULTIMEDIA IPOD/USB/MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL Rear Seat Charge Only USB This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be There is also a Rear Seat USB port located on the back of the plugged into the AUX Jack or USB port. center console that can be used to charge USB devices.
MULTIMEDIA The radio manufacturer believes the internal wireless radio RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES is safe for use by consumers. The level of energy emitted is Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wire- your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from less devices such as mobile phones.
318 MULTIMEDIA NOTE: UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS • This equipment has been tested and found to comply Introducing Uconnect with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Start using Uconnect Voice Recognition with these helpful Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to quick tips.
MULTIMEDIA 4. Each time you give a Voice Command, you must first Basic Voice Commands push either the VR or Phone button, wait until after the The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any beep, then say your Voice Command. point while using your Uconnect system.
320 MULTIMEDIA Notice the visual cues that inform you of your voice recognition system’s status. Cues appear on the touch- screen. Radio Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio stations you would like to hear. (Subscrip- tion or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial required.) Push the VR button .
MULTIMEDIA • “ Change source to USB” Phone • “ Play artist Beethoven”; “ Play album Greatest Hits”; “ Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with Play song Moonlight Sonata”; “ Play genre Classical” Uconnect. When the Phonebook button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your...
322 MULTIMEDIA TIP: When providing a Voice Command, push the VR Navigation (4 NAV) button and say “ Call,” then pronounce the name The Uconnect navigation feature helps you save time and exactly as it appears in your phone book. When a become more productive when you know exactly how to contact has multiple phone numbers, you can say “...
MULTIMEDIA Siri Eyes Free — If Equipped Android Auto — If Equipped Siri lets you use your voice to send text messages, select NOTE: Feature availability depends on your carrier and media, place phone calls and much more. Siri uses your mobile phone manufacturer.
324 MULTIMEDIA • Phone Apple CarPlay — If Equipped • Text Messages NOTE: Feature availability depends on your carrier and mobile phone manufacturer. Some Apple CarPlay and • Additional Apps Android Auto features may or may not be available in every region and/or language.
MULTIMEDIA General Information The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
326 MULTIMEDIA Uconnect System Support: 4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners, or anti-static sprays. • U.S. residents visit DriveUconnect.com or call: 1-877- 855-8400 (24 hours a day 7 days a week) 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. •...
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CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech YOUR VEHICLE ......328 Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
328 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE YOUR VEHICLE The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy Prepare For The Appointment with our products and services. If you are having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 329 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.
330 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech weeks of the vehicle delivery date. If you have any Impaired (TDD/TTY) questions about the service contract, call the manufactur- To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the er’s Service Contract National Customer Hotline at 1-800- manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommunica-...
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 331 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...
332 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.
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INDEX 343 Speed Control Tire Markings ......265 Cancel ....... .192 Tires .
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344 INDEX To Open Hood ......68 Unleaded Gasoline ......294 Towing .
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INDEX 345 Windows ....... . .63 Windshield Defroster ......169 Windshield Washers .
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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.
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