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Page 1 Magnum SRT8 2 0 0 8 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefor. DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION ............. 3 INTRODUCTION THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction ......4 How To Use This Manual ....4 Warnings And Cautions .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and various customer-oriented documents. You are urged to read these publications carefully.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Warnings And Cautions
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is on the left front corner of the instrument panel. The VIN is visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This number also appears on the Automobile Information VIN Location Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications / Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) ... . .12 FOB With Integrated Key .
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Using The Panic Alarm ....22 Programming Additional Transmitters ..23 Transmitter Battery Service .
Page 13 Break-In Recommendations ....73 Safety Tips ......74 Transporting Passengers .
Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a Fob with Integrated Key and a Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) with integral ignition switch. You can insert the double-sided integrated key into the igni- tion switch with either side up.
Page 15: Fob With Integrated Key
Fob with Integrated Key The Fob with Integrated Key operates the ignition switch. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans- mitter and a valet key, which stores in the rear of the Fob. The valet key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Fob go dead.
Page 16: Tip Start Feature
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tip Start Feature Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage automatically when the engine is running.
Page 17: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Key-In-Ignition Reminder If you open the driver’s door and the key is in the ignition, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key. NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC position.
Page 18: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compat- ible with aftermarket remote starting systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of security protection. • Exxon/Mobil SpeedPass™, additional fobs, or any other transponder-equipped components on the same key chain will not cause a fault unless the additional part is physically held against the fob being used to...
Page 19: Customer Sentry Key (Fob) Programming
procedure. This procedure consists of programming a blank fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank fob is one that has never been programmed. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key System serviced, bring all vehicle fobs with you to the authorized dealer. Customer Sentry Key (Fob) Programming If you have two valid Sentry Keys , you can program new Sentry Keys...
Page 20: General Information
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys- tem’s memory. This will prevent the lost key from starting your vehicle. The remaining keys must then be reprogrammed.
Page 21: To Arm The System
To Arm the System Remove the key from the ignition switch and either press a power door LOCK switch while the driver or passenger door is open, or press the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. After the last door is closed, or if all doors are closed, the system will arm itself in about 16 seconds.
Page 22: Illuminated Entry System
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the alarm system is armed and the battery becomes disconnected the system will remain armed when the battery is reconnected. The exterior lights will flash, the horn will sound, and the ignition will not start the vehicle.
Page 23: To Unlock The Doors
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter To unlock the doors: Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on.
Page 24: To Lock The Doors
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the transmitter. The time for this feature is programmable. Refer to “Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock,”...
Page 25: Programming Additional Transmitters
• You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the vehicle when using the transmitter to turn off the Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the system. Programming Additional Transmitters Refer to Sentry Key , “Customer Sentry Key (Fob) Programming.”...
Page 26: General Information
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 3. Reposition the access door panel over the battery opening and snap into place.
Page 27: How To Use Remote Start
How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: • Shift lever in PARK • Doors closed • Hood closed • Liftgate closed • HAZARD switch off • BRAKE switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed) •...
Page 28 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Exit REMOTE START Mode without Driving the Vehicle Allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle. To Exit REMOTE START Mode and Drive the Vehicle Before the end of the 15 minute cycle, press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if equipped).
Page 29: Door Locks
DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks To lock each door, push the door LOCK plunger on each door trim panel downward. To unlock each door, pull the door LOCK plunger on each door trim panel upward. Door LOCK Plunger THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 If the door LOCK plunger is down when you shut the door, the door will lock.
Page 30: Power Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks A power door LOCK switch is on each front door trim panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. Power Door LOCK Switch If you press the power door LOCK switch while the key is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate.
Page 31 6. The doors were not previously locked using the power door LOCK switch or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Automatic Door Locks Programming The Automatic Door Locks feature can be enabled or disabled. Refer to “Lock Doors Automatically at 15 mph (24 km/h),”...
Page 32: Child Protection Door Lock
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Protection Door Lock To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with a Child Protection Door Lock system. To Engage the Child Protection Door Lock System 1.
Page 33 WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged. NOTE: • After engaging the Child Protection Door Lock sys- tem, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position.
Page 34: Windows
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. NOTE: After disengaging the Child Protection Door Lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position. WINDOWS Power Windows The window controls on the driver’s door control all the...
Page 35 WARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power WINDOW switches. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. AUTO-Down Feature The driver door power WINDOW switch and some model passenger door power WINDOW switches have an AUTO-down feature.
Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To close the window part way, lift the WINDOW switch to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop. The power WINDOW switches will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off.
Page 37: Wind Buffeting
Window LOCKOUT Switch Reset Anytime the vehicle battery is disconnected or goes dead, the AUTO-up function will be disabled. To reactivate the auto-up feature, perform the following steps after vehicle power is restored: THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 1.
Page 38: Liftgate
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LIFTGATE The liftgate can be unlocked or locked by the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors. Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed. To open the liftgate, depress the liftgate release switch located in the exterior handle and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion.
Page 39 NOTE: If a power malfunction occurs, you can use the emergency liftgate latch release to open the liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch release is located behind a snap-in cover on the liftgate trim panel. Emergency Liftgate Latch Release Location THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 WARNING! •...
Page 40: Occupant Restraints
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, the front airbags for both the driver and front passenger, the optional supplemental side curtain airbags for the driver and passengers seated next to a window, and the optional supplemental front seat mounted side airbags.
Page 41: Lap/Shoulder Belts
Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the front seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. •...
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt.
Page 45 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully. WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! The rear center lap/shoulder belt is equipped with a lock-out feature to ensure that the rear seatback is in the fully upright and locked position when occupied. If the rear seatback is not fully upright and locked and the rear center lap/shoulder belt can be pulled out of the retractor, the vehicle should immediately be taken to your dealer for service.
Page 47: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average you will prefer a higher position. When you release the anchorage, try to move it up and down to make sure that it is locked in position.
Page 48: Enhanced Seat Belt Reminder System (Beltalert )
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- straint Controller (ORC). (Refer to information on Air- bags in this section). Like the front airbags, the preten- sioners are single use items. After a collision that is severe enough to deploy the airbags and pretensioners, both must be replaced.
Page 49: Automatic Locking Mode - If Equipped
NOTE: Watch for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn on while unbuckling the seat belt and turn off while re-buckling the seat belt. It may be necessary to retract the seat belt. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. A single chime will sound to signify that you have success- fully completed the programming.
Page 50: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts and Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible.
Page 51 mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove com- partment. The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers. Front Airbag Components 1 — Airbags 2 — Knee Bolsters THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 NOTE: The front airbags are certified to the Federal regulations that allow less forceful deployment.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to open them. You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are no longer functional. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflating.
Page 53 If the vehicle is equipped with supplemental front seat mounted side airbags, they are marked with an SRS label sewn into the outboard side of the seat. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 WARNING! • If your vehicle is equipped with supplemental front seat mounted side airbags, do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the seat airbags;...
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat hooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede the proper performance of the curtain airbags. Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with the instrument panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger.
Page 55 3. Older children who do not use child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should ride properly buck- led up in the rear seat. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm. 4. If a child from 1 to 12 years old must ride in the front passenger seat because the vehicle is crowded, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the airbags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags.
Page 57 • Seat Belt Reminder Light • Knee Impact Bolsters • Front Acceleration Sensors • Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners How the Airbag System Works • The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the airbags to inflate.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Ignoring the AIRBAG Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, have the airbag system checked right away.
Page 59 vehicle. A quantity of nontoxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain airbag. The inflating side cur- tain airbag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window. The airbag inflates in about 30 ms (about one-quarter of the time that it takes to blink your eyes) with enough force to injure you if you are not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the side...
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not replace the seat cover with an aftermarket seat cover. • Do not add a secondary seat cover other than those approved by DaimlerChrysler/Mopar . • At no time should any supplemental restraint sys- tem (SRS) component or SRS-related component or fastener be modified or replaced with any part except...
Page 61 NOTE: A frontal collision that is not severe enough to need airbag protection will not activate the system. This does not mean something is wrong with the airbag system. If you do have a collision that deploys the airbags, any or all of the following may occur: •...
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Accident Response System In the event of an impact that causes airbag deployment, with the vehicle stopped, and the vehicle communication network intact, and the power intact, the Enhanced Accident Response System performs the following func- tions: •...
Page 63: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
NOTE: Perchlorate Material — special handling may ap- ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Airbag Warning Light You will want to have the airbags ready to inflate for your protection in an impact. While the airbag system is designed to be mainte- nance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system promptly: •...
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In conjunction with other data gathered during a com- plete accident investigation, the electronic data may be used by DaimlerChrysler Corporation and others to learn more about the possible causes of crashes and associated injuries in order to assess and improve vehicle perfor- mance.
Page 65: Child Restraint
Data Parameters that May Be Recorded: • Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning light status for electronically-controlled safety systems, including the airbag system • Airbag disable light status (if equipped) • Time of airbag deployment (in terms of ignition cycles and vehicle mileage) •...
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a missile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are.
Page 67 “LATCH — Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)” in this section. • Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger airbag unless the airbag is turned off. An airbag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position. • If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back.
Page 69 Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint: • Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. We also recommend that you make sure that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5connection to the top tether anchorages have been avail- able for some time. For some older child restraints, many child restraint manufacturers offer add-on tether strap kits or retro-fit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re- straint in any vehicle.
Page 71 Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System We urge you to follow the manufacturer’s directions carefully when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here. Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that are provided with the child restraint system. The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and are just visible when...
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap. • When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children.
Page 73 keep the belt tight; however, any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally and pull it tight if necessary. Seat belts with an automatic locking retractor have a distinctive label on the seat belt webbing. The seat belt must be in the Automatic Locking mode in order to enable a child restraint to be tightly installed.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To attach a child restraint tether strap: 1. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. Tether Strap Mounting 2. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the tether anchor and remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc- tions.
Page 75: Break-In Recommendations
Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision. Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
Page 76: Safety Tips
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY TIPS Transporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. WARNING! It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Page 77 Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com- plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts.
Page 78: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision.
Page 79 Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel. Door Latches Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks.
Page 81: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors .......83 Inside Day/Night Mirror ....83 Automatic Dimming Inside Mirror —...
Page 82 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System ......105 General Information .
Page 83 Interior Lights ..... . . 131 Windshield Wipers And Washers ... . 132 Intermittent Wiper System .
Page 84 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button ....148 Security ......148 Troubleshooting Tips .
Page 85: Mirrors
MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjusting Rearview Mirror UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward rear of vehicle).
Page 86: Outside Mirrors
84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror CAUTION! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight...
Page 87: Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature - If Equipped
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped Some models have exterior mirrors that are hinged. The hinge allows the mirror to pivot forward and rearward to resist damage. The hinge has three detent positions, full forward, full rearward, and normal. Driver’s-Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer —...
Page 88: Heated Remote Control Mirrors - If Equipped
86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the Electric Rear Window Defroster. Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor.
Page 89: Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect ) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 NOTE: For UConnect following websites: • www.chrysler.com/uconnect • www.dodge.com/uconnect • www.jeep.com/uconnect • or call 1–877–855–8400 UConnect allows you to transfer calls between the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s microphone...
Page 90 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE different electronic devices to connect to each other without wires or a docking station, so UConnect works no matter where you stow your cellular phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle’s UConnect system.
Page 91: Operation
The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the UConnect system such as CELL or caller ID on certain radios. Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the UConnect system and to navigate through the UConnect menu structure.
Page 92 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To activate the UConnect system from idle, simply press the PHONE button and follow the audible prompts for directions. All UConnect system sessions begin with a press of the PHONE button on the radio control head. Cancel Command At any prompt, after the beep, you can say Cancel and you will be returned to the main menu.
Page 93 • You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a priority level between 1 and 7, with 1 being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven cellular phones to your UConnect system. However, at any given time, only one cellular phone can be in use, connected to your UConnect system.
Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system will prompt you to say the name of the person you want to call. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call. For example, you can say John Doe, where John Doe is a previ- ously stored name entry in the UConnect phonebook.
Page 95 The UConnect system will allow you to enter up to 32 names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations. Each language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in that language. Phonebook Download UConnect allows the user to download entries from their phone via Bluetooth .
Page 96 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook entry that you wish to edit. • Next, choose the number designation (home, work, mobile, or pager) that you wish to edit. •...
Page 97 • After you enter the name, the UConnect system will ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, work, mobile, pager, or all. Say the designation you wish to delete. • Note that only the phonebook entry in the current language is deleted.
Page 98: Phone Call Features
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the UConnect system if the feature(s) are available on your cellular service plan. For example, if your cellular service plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be accessed through the UConnect your cellular service provider for the features that you have.
Page 99 to Toggling Between Calls in this section. To combine two calls, refer to Conference Call in this section. Place/Retrieve a Call From Hold To put a call on hold, press the PHONE button until you hear a single beep. This indicates that the call is on hold. To bring the call back from hold, press and hold the PHONE button until you hear a single beep.
Page 100: Uconnect System Features
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Redial • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Redial. • The UConnect system will call the last number that was dialed from your cellular phone. NOTE: This may not be the last number dialed from the UConnect system.
Page 101 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say the name of the language you wish to switch to (English, Espanol, or Francais, if so equipped). • Continue to follow the system prompts to complete language selection. After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and voice commands will be in that language.
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Your phone must be turned on and paired to the UConnect system to allow use of this vehicle feature in emergency situations, when the cell phone has network coverage and stays paired to the UConnect system. Towing Assistance If you need towing assistance: •...
Page 103 When calling a number with your UConnect system that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your cellular phone keypad, you can press the “Voice Recognition” button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed by the word Send. For example, if required to enter your PIN number followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you can press the “Voice Recognition”...
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turning Confirmation Prompts On/Off Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g., the UConnect sys- tem will not repeat a phone number before you dial it). • Press the PHONE button to begin. •...
Page 105: Advanced Phone Connectivity
Mute/Un-Mute (Mute Off) When you mute the UConnect system, you will still be able to hear the conversation coming from the other party, but the other party will not be able to hear you. In order to mute the UConnect system: •...
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, say List Phones. • The UConnect system will play the phone names of all paired cellular phones in order from the highest to the lowest priority. To “select” or “delete” a paired phone being announced, press the “Voice Recogni- tion”...
Page 107: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle 105
Things You Should Know About Your UConnect System UConnect Tutorial To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press the PHONE button and say “UConnect Tutorial.” Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- nizing their voice commands or numbers, the UConnect system Voice Training feature may be used.
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from you. • Make sure that no one other than you is speaking during a voice recognition period. •...
Page 109 • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down. Far End Audio Performance • Audio quality is maximized under: • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • low road noise, • smooth road surface, •...
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
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Page 113 Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) zero three four five seven eight nine star (*) plus (+) pound (#) add location UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) call cancel confirmation prompts continue delete dial download edit emergency English erase all Espanol...
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) language list names list phones mobile mute mute off new entry pager pair a phone phone pairing pairing phonebook phone book previous record again redial Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) return to main menu return or main menu select phone...
Page 115: General Information
General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- eration.
Page 116: Commands
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists options, press the VR hard-key, listen for the beep, and say your command. Pressing the VR hard-key while the system is speaking is known as “barging in.”...
Page 117 Changing the Volume 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the VR hard-key. 2. Say a command (e.g., HELP). 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the voice recognition system is speaking. Please note the volume setting for VR is different then the audio system.
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • RADIO MENU (to switch to the radio menu) • MAIN MENU (to switch to the main menu) Satellite Radio To switch to satellite radio mode say SAT or SATELLITE RADIO. In this mode, you may say the following com- mands: •...
Page 119: Voice Training
− CONTINUE (to continue recording) − DELETE (to delete the recording) • PLAY MEMOS (to play previously recorded memos) — During the playback you may press the VR hard- key to stop playing memos. You continue by saying one of the following commands: −...
Page 120: Seats
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Power Seats The power SEAT switch is on the outboard side of the seat near the floor. Use this switch to move the driver’s seat up or down, forward or rearward, or to tilt the seat. The passenger’s seat will move up or down, forward or rearward.
Page 121: Power Reclining Seats
WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked. CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat as it may cause damage to the seat controls.
Page 122: Lumbar Support
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.
Page 123: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of impact from the rear. Adjust the restraint so that the upper edge is as high as practical. To raise it, pull upward on the head restraint.
Page 124: Heated Seats
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats Heated seats provide comfort and warmth on cold days and can help soothe sore muscles and backs. The heaters provide the same heat level for both cushion and back. The driver seat and front passenger seat are heated. The controls for each heater are located near the bottom center of the instrument panel.
Page 125: Folding Rear Seat
LEDs changes from two to one, indicating the change. Operation on the low setting also turns off automatically after 30 minutes. NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within two to five minutes. WARNING! Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion, or other physical conditions must exercise care...
Page 126: To Open And Close The Hood
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat strap. WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position.
Page 127 Next, move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood. Hood Safety Catch Use the hood prop rod (if equipped) to secure the hood in the open position.
Page 128: Lights
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Headlight Switch The HEADLIGHT switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights, and fog lights.
Page 129: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns the headlights ON or OFF according to ambient light levels. To turn the system ON, rotate the HEADLIGHT switch counterclockwise to the AUTO (A) position. When the system is on, the headlight time delay feature is also on.
Page 130: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Auto Headlights Only)
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights On with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned ON if the HEADLIGHT switch is placed in the AUTO posi- tion.
Page 131: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The high beam headlights will come on as Daytime Running Lights whenever the ignition switch is ON, the headlights are off, and the parking brake is off. The HEADLIGHT switch must be used for normal nighttime driving.
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Multifunction Lever Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the corresponding turn signal indicator in the instrument cluster flashes to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. You can also signal a lane change by moving the lever partially up or down without moving beyond the detent.
Page 133: Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights
Flash to Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and remain on until the lever is released. Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead console.
Page 134: Windshield Wipers And Washers
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE because a door is open. This includes the glove box light. To restore interior light operation, either turn the ignition switch ON or cycle the light switch. Dimmer Control The dimmer control is part of the HEADLIGHT switch and is located on the left side of the instrument panel.
Page 135: Intermittent Wiper System
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent past the intermittent settings for low speed wiper operation, or to the second detent past the intermittent settings for high speed wiper operation. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 CAUTION! Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash.
Page 136: Mist Feature
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use.
Page 137: Adding Washer Fluid
if the HEADLIGHT switch is placed in the AUTO posi- tion. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned OFF if they were turned ON by this feature. The Headlights On With Wipers feature can be enabled or disabled.
Page 138: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward.
Page 139: Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
WARNING! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The telescoping adjustment must be locked while driv- ing. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving or driving without the telescoping adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. ADJUSTABLE PEDALS —...
Page 140: Electronic Speed Control
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the switch rearward to move the pedals rearward (toward the driver). • The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF. • The pedals can be adjusted while driving. • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the transmission is in REVERSE or when the speed control is ON.
Page 141: To Activate
1 — CANCEL 2 — RESUME ACCEL 3 — ON/OFF 4 — SET DECEL UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 To Activate Push and release the ON/OFF button located on the end of the speed control lever. The indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate to show that the speed control sys- tem is ON.
Page 142: To Set At A Desired Speed
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Set At A Desired Speed When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the lever downward to SET DECEL and release. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed.
Page 143: To Accelerate For Passing
Tapping the lever to RESUME ACCEL once will result in a 1 mph (1.6 km/h) speed increase. Each time the lever is tapped speed increases, so tapping the lever three times will increase speed by 3 mph (4.8 km/h), etc. To decrease speed while speed control is set, push downward and hold the lever in SET DECEL.
Page 144: Overhead Console
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights, an optional universal garage door opener (HomeLink ), storage for sunglasses, and an optional power SUNROOF switch. Overhead Console Courtesy/Reading Lights At the forward end of the console are two courtesy/ reading lights.
Page 145: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting, or home security systems. The HomeLink unit operates off your vehicle’s battery. The HomeLink buttons are located in the overhead console, and contain one, two, or three dots/lines desig- nating the different HomeLink channels.
Page 146: Programming Homelink
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse”...
Page 147 to HomeLink for more efficient training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. Your vehicle should be parked outside of the garage while training. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the EVIC display in view.
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: After training a HomeLink garage door does not operate with HomeLink and the garage door opener was manufactured after 1995, the garage door opener may have rolling code. If so, proceed to the heading “Programming A Rolling Code System.” 5.
Page 149: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
NOTE: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the “Learn” button has been pressed. 7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed HomeLink button twice (holding the button for two seconds each time). If the device is plugged in and activates, programming is complete.
Page 150: Using Homelink
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button while you press and release - every two seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until HomeLink has successfully accepted the frequency signal. The EVIC display will change from “CHANNEL # TRAIN- ING”...
Page 151: Troubleshooting Tips
The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. Troubleshooting Tips If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here are some of the most common solutions: • Replace the battery in the original transmitter. • Press the learn button on the garage door opener to complete the training for rolling code.
Page 152: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power SUNROOF switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. Power Sunroof Controls WARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch.
Page 153: Opening Sunroof - Express
Opening Sunroof - Express Press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroof will open automatically from any position. The sunroof will open fully and then stop automatically. This is called Express Open. During Express Open operation, any movement of the SUNROOF switch will stop the sunroof. Closing Sunroof - Express Press the switch forward and release, and the sunroof will close automatically from any position.
Page 154: Sunshade Operation
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunshade Operation The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open. Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
Page 155: Electrical Power Outlets
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There are three 12-volt electrical outlets on this vehicle. All of the outlets are protected by fuses. The 12-volt power outlet next to the ash receiver tray (if equipped with an optional Smoker’s Package) has power available only when the ignition is ON. This outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit.
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The center console outlet is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent engine starting. Center Console Power Outlet The auxiliary outlet is also powered directly from the battery (power available at all times).
Page 157: Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off
Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting.
Page 158: Rear Seat Cupholders
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Seat Cupholders The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide convenient access to beverage cans or bottles while maintaining a resting place for the rear occupants’...
Page 159: Storage
STORAGE Console Features The center console contains two shift bezel cubby bins with rubber mats for holding small items. For vehicles not equipped with navigation radio, the console also contains an extra storage bin located below the climate control, which holds up to four CD jewel cases. Without Vehicle Entertainment System (VES) Two separate storage compartments are also located underneath the armrest.
Page 160: Cargo Management System - If Equipped
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The top compartment holds small items, such as a pen and note pad, while the larger bottom compartment will hold CDs and alike. The bottom compartment also con- tains a 12-volt power outlet and a molded-in coin holder (designed to hold various size coins).
Page 161 The lower load floor is hinged to provide access to the spare tire (if equipped), battery, and rear electrical power distribution center. The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying versatility. The seatbacks fold down easily by pulling nylon tabs between the seatbacks and the bolsters. When the seats are folded down, they provide a continuous, nearly-flat extension of the removable tri-fold load floor.
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Load Floor Partially Folded Load Floor Fully Folded...
Page 163 Rollaway Tonneau Cover — If Equipped The removable rollaway tonneau cover mounts in the cargo area behind the top of the rear seats. The tonneau cover, when extended, covers the cargo area to keep items out of sight. Notches in the trim panels near the liftgate opening secure the extended tonneau cover in place.
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE (located on the ends of the tonneau cover housing) into the left or the right front attachment point shown. Front Attachment Points Then, insert the spring-loaded post on the opposite end of the tonneau cover housing into the remaining front attachment point.
Page 165 Waterproof Liner The optional waterproof liner can be placed over the lower load floor. Waterproof Liner UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Cargo Organizer The optional cargo organizer can also be placed into the lower load floor. Lift the handle and pull to open the cargo organizer.
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Tie-Down Hooks The tie-downs located on the cargo area floor and on the rear trim panels should be used to safely secure loads when the vehicle is moving. WARNING! • Cargo tie-down hooks are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap.
Page 167: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
• Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible. • Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the vehicle to sway.
Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To adjust, remove, or install the crossbars, proceed as follows: Roof Luggage Rack 1. Flip the lever on the end of the crossbar upward. 2. Turn the lever counterclockwise to loosen the lower clamp.
Page 169 CAUTION! • To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of 150 lbs (68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure the load appropriately. • Long loads, which extend over the windshield, such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with large frontal area should be secured to both the front and rear of the vehicle.
Page 170: Load Leveling System
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM The automatic load leveling system will provide a level- riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading conditions. A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takes approximately 1 mi (1.6 km) of driving for the leveling to complete depending on road surface conditions.
Page 171: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel And Controls ... . . 173 Premium Instrument Cluster ....174 Instrument Cluster Descriptions .
Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Two Types Of Signals ....204 Electrical Disturbances ....205 AM Reception .
Page 173 Operating Instructions — Hands-Free Communication (UConnect ) (If Equipped) . . . 226 Clock Setting Procedure ....226 Sales Code RES — AM/FM Stereo Radio With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) .
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Kicker 13-Speaker High Performance Sound System With Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS) – If Equipped ....250 Kicker Mobile Surround (KMS1) – If Equipped .
Page 175: Instrument Panel And Controls
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 1 — Air Outlet 2 — Instrument Cluster 3 — Rear WIPER/WASHER Switch 4 — HAZARD Switch 5 — Electronic Stability Program OFF Button* 6 — Glove Box UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 7 — Radio 13 —...
Page 176: Premium Instrument Cluster
174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 177: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Fuel Gauge The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON position. 2. Trip Odometer Button Press this button to change the display from odometer to either of two trip odometer settings.
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 7. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check when the ignition switch is turned ON. This light will also turn on while the engine is running if there is a problem with the Elec- tronic Throttle Control system.
Page 179 CAUTION! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads 240°F (116°C) or greater, pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range 200– 230°F (93–110°C).
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either indicator flashes at a rapid rate. 10. Airbag Warning Light This light will turn on for six to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON.
Page 181 speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. (See page 300 for more infor- mation.) 14. Oil Pressure Warning Light This light shows low engine oil pressure. The light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started.
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 19. Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display This display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) messages when the appropriate conditions exist. (See page 185 for more information.) Loose Fuel Filler Cap If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a “Check Gascap”...
Page 183 Immediate repair is necessary if brake failure is indicated. WARNING! Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger- ous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have an accident.
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 22. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light — If Equipped Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label.
Page 185 as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replace- ment or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 23. Anti-Lock Brake Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and service is required.
Page 187: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
The MIL flashes to alert you to serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs. (See page 381 for more information.) ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) Electronic Vehicle Information Center...
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Navigation system screens (if equipped), • Audio mode display, • Surround Sound modes (if equipped with Driver- Selectable Surround [DSS]), and • Performance Pages (if equipped). The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering wheel.
Page 189: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
Press the AUDIO MODE button to select the Compass/Temp/Audio screen. Along with compass reading and outside temperature, this screen will display radio and media mode AUDIO information depending on which radio is in the MODE vehicle. Refer to “Remote Sound System Con- Button trols”...
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Channel # Transmit • Channel # Training • Channel # Trained • Clearing Channels • Channels Cleared • Did Not Train • Left Front Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer to “Starting And Operating, Tire Section” •...
Page 191: Trip Functions
• Braking Distance (if equipped with Performance Pages) • 1/8 Mile (if equipped with Performance Pages) • 1/4 Mile (if equipped with Performance Pages) • Instantaneous G-Force (if equipped with Performance Pages) • Peak G-Force (if equipped with Performance Pages) •...
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Distance To Empty (DTE) Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level.
Page 193: Performance Pages - If Equipped
button once to clear the resettable function being dis- played. To reset all resettable functions, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button a second time within three seconds of resetting the currently-displayed func- tion. (>Reset ALL will display during this three-second window.) UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 Performance Pages —...
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Performance Pages include the following features: • 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) • Braking Distance • 1/8 Mile • 1/4 Mile • Instantaneous G-Force • Peak G-Force • Digital Speedometer To access, press and release the MENU button until Performance Pages displays in the EVIC.
Page 195 Braking Distance When selected, this screen displays the vehicle’s braking distance and the speed at which the brake pedal was depressed. • This feature will only function when applying the brakes at speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h). • Engaging the parking brake will disable this feature. •...
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The time and speed will continue to display until the FUNCTION SELECT button is pressed. • Pressing the FUNCTION SELECT button will clear the current run and display the vehicle’s best 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) run. •...
Page 197: Compass Display
Compass Display The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing. Press and release the COMPASS button to display one of eight com- pass readings and the outside temperature. COM- PASS Button Automatic Compass Calibration This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually.
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic North and geographic North. In some areas of the country, the difference between magnetic and geographic North is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings.
Page 199: Telephone - If Equipped
1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 2. Press and hold the COMPASS button for approxi- mately two seconds. 3. Press the SCROLL button until “Compass Variance” message and the last variance zone number displays in the EVIC. 4. Press and release FUNCTION SELECT button until the proper variance zone is selected according to the map.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate an incoming call. Incom- ing Call The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that the UConnect phone is currently in analog mode. Analog The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that the UConnect phone is currently roaming.
Page 201: Navigation - If Equipped
The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that a phone connection has been made. Call in Progress The EVIC displays this symbol to indicate that the UConnect phone is currently not avail- able. Phone Avail- able Navigation — If Equipped Navigation Display Control Press and release the MENU button until Navigation displays in the EVIC.
Page 202: Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (Dss) - If Equipped
200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) – If Equipped Press and release the MENU button until “Surround Sound” displays in the EVIC. The EVIC provides infor- mation on the current surround mode. • Stereo • Video Surround •...
Page 203: Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)
Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features) Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall features when the transmission is in PARK. Press and release the MENU button until Personal Set- tings displays in the EVIC. Use the SCROLL button to display one of the following choices.
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “Remote Key Unlock” When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, only the driver’s door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) UNLOCK button. When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, you must press the RKE UNLOCK button twice to unlock the passenger’s doors.
Page 205 NOTE: Turning the headlights on during the daytime causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the brightness, refer to “Lights” in Section 3. “Delay Turning Headlights Off” When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle.
Page 206: Radio General Information
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “Turn-by-Turn Navigation” — If Equipped When ON is selected, the turn-by-turn directions will appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a desig- nated turn within a programmed route. To make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “ON”...
Page 207: Electrical Disturbances
Electrical Disturbances Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude, and thus remain a part of the AM reception. They interfere very little with the frequency variations that carry the FM signal. AM Reception AM sound is based on wave amplitude, so AM reception can be disrupted by such things as lightning, power lines and neon signs.
Page 208: Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio (If Equipped)
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL An auxiliary input jack permits passengers to listen to a portable MP3 player through the vehicle’s speakers. For vehicles equipped with the Vehicle Entertainment System (VES) , separate audio outputs allow passengers to listen to the vehicle speakers while different audio tracks play through the system’s wireless headphones.
Page 209: Clock Setting Procedure
Clock Setting Procedure Setting the Clock 1. Turn on the multimedia system. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 3. To move the hour forward, touch the screen where the word “Hour”...
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Show Time if Radio is Off When selected, this feature will display the time of day on the touch screen when the multimedia system is turned off. Proceed as follows to change the current setting: 1.
Page 211: Sales Code Req - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And 6-Disc Cd/Dvd Changer (Mp3/Wma Aux Jack)
SALES CODE REQ — AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate. REQ Radio UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. SCAN Button Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next listenable station, in AM, FM or Satellite (if...
Page 213 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to save the time change. 5.
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones. Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fourth time and BALANCE will display.
Page 215 16-Digit Character Program Type Jazz News Nostalgia Nostalga Oldies Personality Public Rhythm and Blues Religious Music Rel Musc Religious Talk Rock Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&B Sports Talk UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 Program Type Display Jazz Top 40...
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between the following items: NOTE: Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll through the entries. Push the AUDIO/SELECT button to select an entry and make changes. •...
Page 217 • VES™ Lock - Locks out rear VES™ remote controls (if equipped). • VES™ CH1/CH2 - Allows the user to change the mode of either the IR1 or IR2, wireless headphones by pressing the AUDIO/SELECT button (if equipped). • Set Home Clock - Pressing the SELECT button allows you to set the clock.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Subtitle Language — If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose a default subtitle language (effective only if the language is supported by the disc). You can select a language not listed by scrolling down and selecting other.
Page 219: Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd-Video)
SET Button — To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a station that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window. Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this station and press and release that button.
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! The radio may shut down during extremely hot conditions. When this occurs, the radio will indicate “Disc Hot” and shut off until a safe temperature is reached. This shutdown is necessary to protect the optics of the DVD player and other radio internal components.
Page 221: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files
Press and hold the eject button for five seconds and all CDs will be ejected from the radio. The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. SEEK Button (CD MODE) Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the CD.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. When reading discs recorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor- mally.
Page 223 When using the MP3/WMA encoder to compress audio data to an MP3/WMA file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the following table are supported. In addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3/WMA files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or VBR bit rates.
Page 224: List Button (Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)
222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Loading times for playback of MP3/WMA files may be affected by the following: • Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than CD-R media • Medium formats - Multisession discs may take longer to load than non-multisession discs •...
Page 225 Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds to return to elapsed time display. Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3/WMA player, cassette player, or microphone and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition System (VR) (If Equipped) For the radio, refer to “Voice Recognition System (VR)” in Section 3. For UConnect “Voice Recognition System (VR),” refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect )” in Section 3. Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (UConnect ) (If Equipped) Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect )”...
Page 227: Sales Code Rer - Multimedia System - If Equipped
SALES CODE RER — MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side of the unit’s faceplate. The RER Multimedia system contains a radio, Sirius Satellite Radio player, navigation system, CD/DVD player, USB port, 20-gigabyte hard drive (HDD), and the UConnect Hands-Free Bluetooth cellular system.
Page 228: Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Other special features include direct tune, music type selections, traffic messaging (optional), easy store presets, parental lockout for VES™ (if equipped), backup camera display for vehicles equipped with a backup camera, and on some models, a dual display screen operation. Refer to your “Navigation User’s Manual”...
Page 229 4. Touch the screen where the words “Set Time Zone” are displayed. The time zone selection menu will appear on the screen. 5. Select a time zone by touching the screen where your selection appears. If you do not see a time zone that you want to select, touch the screen where the word “Page”...
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. If the words “Time: GPS Time” are displayed at the top of the screen, touch the bottom of the screen where the words “GPS Time” are displayed. The user clock time setting menu will appear on the screen. 4.
Page 231: Sales Code Res - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack)
SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of your radio faceplate. RES Radio (Non-Satellite Model Shown - With Satellite Similar) UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.
Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection.
Page 233 TIME Button Press the TIME button and the time of day will display. In AM or FM mode, pressing the TIME button will switch between the time and frequency displays. Clock Setting Procedure 1. Press and hold the TIME button, until the hours blink. 2.
Page 234: Music Type Button
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TUNE Control Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones.
Page 235 Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following format types: 16-Digit Character Program Type No program type or un- defined Adult Hits Classical Classic Rock College Country Foreign Language Information Jazz News Nostalgia Oldies UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 Program Type Personality Display...
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected Music Type name. The Music Type function only operates when in the FM mode.
Page 237: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The sta- tions stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice. Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. Buttons 1 - 6 These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory (12 AM and 12 FM stations).
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs only. The use of other sized discs may damage the CD player mechanism. • Do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peel away and jam the player mechanism.
Page 239: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
SCAN Button Press the SCAN button to scan through each track on the CD currently playing. TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD playing time display to a small CD playing time display. RW/FF Press the RW button to stop the CD at the beginning of the current CD track/title.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. When reading discs recorded using formats other than ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read files properly and may be unable to play the file nor- mally.
Page 241 Supported MP3 File Formats The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will not play the file.
Page 242: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected by the following: • Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than CD-R media • Medium formats - Multisession discs may take longer to load than non-multisession discs •...
Page 243 Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds to return to elapsed time display. Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
Page 244: Satellite Radio (Rsc) - If Equipped (Rer/Req/Ren Radios Only)
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SATELLITE RADIO (RSC) — IF EQUIPPED (RER/REQ/REN RADIOS ONLY) Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast. The subscription service provider is Sirius Satellite Radio. This service offers over 130 channels of music, sports, news, entertainment, and programming for chil- dren, directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios.
Page 245: Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (Ens/Sid)
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID) The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Num- ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio system. To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: ESN/SID Access With REQ Radios With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- tion and the radio ON, press the SETUP button and scroll using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is selected.
Page 246: Reception Quality
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Reception Quality Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the following reasons: • The vehicle is parked in an underground parking structure or under a physical obstacle. • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the form of short audio mutes.
Page 247 three seconds will make the radio display the Song Title all of the time (press and hold again to return to normal display). RW/FF Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the direction of the arrows.
Page 248: Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If Equipped)
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory When you are receiving a channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window. Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel and press and release that button.
Page 249: Sirius Backseat Tv™ - If Equipped
SIRIUS BACKSEAT TV™ — IF EQUIPPED Satellite video uses direct satellite receiver broadcasting technology to provide streaming video coast to coast. The subscription service provider is SIRIUS Satellite Radio. SIRIUS Backseat TV™ offers three video channels for family entertainment, directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios.
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Opening the Rear Seat VES • The LCD Screen swings up from the rear of the armrest to allow the rear seat passenger(s) to view the display. VES Video Screen NOTE: Close the armrest after the LCD screen has been raised to its viewing position.
Page 251 • A battery-powered infrared remote control snaps into a molded compartment in the center console armrest upper storage bin. VES Remote Control • Two wireless infrared headsets allow rear seat passen- gers to listen to the same or individual audio sources. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 Audio/Video RCA Jacks (AUX Jacks) on the rear of the center console enable...
Page 252: Kicker 13-Speaker High Performance Sound System With Driver-Selectable Surround (Dss) - If Equipped
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Kicker 13-speaker High Performance Sound System with Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS) – If Equipped Your vehicle is equipped with a state of the art audio amplifier that provides 5.1-channel surround sound from any stereo audio source. A new feature of the Kicker audio system offers the ability to choose surround sound for any audio source or video source.
Page 253: Universal Consumer Interface (Uci) - If Equipped
are “Stereo,” “Audio Surround,” and “Video Surround.” When in Video Surround mode, balance and fade are set automatically by the KMS1 system to provide the ultimate surround sound experience. UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: This section is for sales code RES and REQ radios only with UConnect .
Page 254: Controlling The Ipod Using Radio Buttons
252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Controlling The iPod Using Radio Buttons To get into the UCI (iPod ) mode and access a connected iPod , press the AUX button on the radio faceplate. Once in the UCI (iPod ) mode, the iPod available from iPod ) will start playing over the vehicle audio system.
Page 255 Pressing and releasing the FF button will go forward five seconds of the current track. SEEK Buttons Use the SEEK buttons to move to the previous or the next track. If the left (down) button is pressed during the first two seconds of the current track, it will go back to the previous track in the list;...
Page 256: List Or Browse Mode
254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL List or Browse Mode During Play mode, pressing any of the following buttons will take you to List mode. List mode enables you to scroll through the list of menus and tracks on the iPod device.
Page 257: Remote Sound System Controls
After pressing a preset button, you will see the list you are in on the top line and the first item in that list on the second line. To exit the List mode without selecting a track, press the same preset button again to go back to Play mode. LIST Button Pressing the LIST button will take to the top level menu of the iPod .
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicles equipped with steering wheel-mounted buttons are also equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). The EVIC features a driver-interactive display. This is located in the instrument cluster below the speedometer. The VOLUME button controls the sound level of the sound system.
Page 259: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface. 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, wiping from center to edge. 3.
Page 260: Climate Controls
258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System Manual Temperature Controls Blower Control The rotary knob on the left controls the blower.
Page 261 Mode Control The rotary knob on the right controls airflow distribution. Dots between each of the mode selections identify intermediate modes that allow the op- erator to fine-tune airflow distribu- tion. The mode settings are as follows: • Defrost Air is directed to the windshield through the outlets at the base of the windshield.
Page 262: Automatic Temperature Control
260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Recirculation Control The mode control knob also controls the recirculation feature. You can choose Bi- Level Recirculation air outlets, Panel Recir- culation air outlets, or a mix or both while in this mode. Normally, air enters from outside the vehicle.
Page 263 the controls on the climate control, from a dual sun- sensor located in the top of the instrument panel, from an infrared sensor located in the face of the climate control, and from various sensors located throughout the vehicle. The controls on the climate control provide the system with operator input.
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Air conditioning in this system is automatic. Pressing the air conditioning control button while in AUTO mode will cause the LED in the control button to flash three times and then turn off. This indicates that the system is in AUTO mode and request- ing the air conditioning is not necessary.
Page 265 Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features, which consist of blower preferred automatic, mode preferred automatic, or blower and mode preferred automatic. This means the operator can override the blower, the mode, or both. There is a manual blower range for times when the AUTO setting is not desired.
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
Page 267 The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. • Defrost Air is directed to the windshield through the outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is also directed to the front door windows through the side window demister grilles.
Page 268: Operating Tips
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press this button a second time to turn off the air conditioning. An LED in the button illuminates when manual compressor operation is selected. NOTE: To control the air conditioning manually, the mode selector must be moved out of the AUTO position. •...
Page 269 Winter Operation Use of the air Recirculation mode during Winter months is not recommended because it may cause window fogging. Vacation Storage Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air and high blower setting.
Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 271: Rear Window Features
REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Wiper Operation The rear wiper is operated by the rear wiper/ washer switch. The switch is located in the switch bank near the top center of the instrument panel. An indicator in the switch illuminates when the rear wiper is To use the rear wiper, push the left side of the rear wiper/washer switch in and release.
Page 272: Adding Washer Fluid
270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Adding Washer Fluid The windshield washer and rear window washer share the same fluid reservoir. The reservoir is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle. Be sure to check the fluid level at regular intervals.
Page 273: Electric Rear Window Defroster
WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. Electric Rear Window Defroster The Electric Rear Window Defroster control is located on the climate control. Press this button to turn ON the rear window defroster and the heated outside rearview mirrors (if equipped).
Page 275: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ..... 277 Automatic Transmission ....278 Normal Starting (Tip Start) .
Page 276 274 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction ......292 Driving Through Water ....293 Flowing/Rising Water .
Page 277 Life Of Tire ......321 Replacement Tires ..... 322 Alignment And Balance .
Page 278 276 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ..344 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ..344 Overloading ......345 Loading .
Page 279: Starting Procedures
STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts. STARTING AND OPERATING 277 WARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons.
Page 280: Automatic Transmission
278 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting into any driving gear. CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: •...
Page 281: Normal Starting (Tip Start)
Normal Starting (Tip Start) NOTE: Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages.
Page 282: If Engine Fails To Start
280 STARTING AND OPERATING If Engine Fails To Start WARNING! • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing serious personal injury. •...
Page 283: After Starting
After Starting The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will decrease as the engine warms up. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire extension cord.
Page 284: Automatic Transmission - General Information
282 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse.
Page 285 • The electronically-controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are self-calibrating. Therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt or soft until after the break-in period. This is a normal condition, and pre- cision shifts will develop within a few shift cycles.
Page 286: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
284 STARTING AND OPERATING Over-Temperature Mode The transmission electronics constantly monitor the trans- mission oil temperature. If the transmission exceeds nor- mal operating temperature, the transmission will change the way it shifts to help control the condition. This may result in a slightly different feeling or response during normal operation in DRIVE position.
Page 287: 5-Speed Automatic Transmission
To activate the override, first insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to the ACC or ON position. Then, press the pink-colored tab trough the access pot with a small flat blade screwdriver or alike. While pressing the override, move the shift lever out of the PARK position.
Page 288 286 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever in the PARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK.
Page 289 NEUTRAL In NEUTRAL, no power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are released, the vehicle can be moved freely (pushed or towed). Do not engage NEUTRAL position while driving except to coast when the vehicle is in danger of skidding (e.g., on icy roads). The engine may be started in this range.
Page 290 288 STARTING AND OPERATING When frequent transmission shifting occurs when using the Overdrive range, such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions (in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or while towing heavy trailers, use the AutoStick mode and select the “3” range. AutoStick Gear Selection The AutoStick feature can be selected by pressing the shift lever to the right or the left with the lever in the...
Page 291 Delayed Shifts in Cold Temperatures During cold temperature operation, you may notice delayed upshifts depending on engine and transmission temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im- proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to achieve maximum efficiency. Temporary Transmission Limp Home Mode The transmission is monitored for abnormal conditions.
Page 292: Autostick
290 STARTING AND OPERATING Have the transmission checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. If the problem has been momentary, the transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears. Permanent Transmission Limp Home Mode Permanent Limp Home Mode will be activated if the transmission enters temporary Limp Home Mode three times.
Page 293: Autostick General Information
NOTE: • In Autostick mode, the transmission will only shift up and down when the driver manually moves the shift lever Right (D+) or Left (D-). • An UPSHIFT message will appear in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) portion of the in- strument cluster when using Autostick .
Page 294: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
292 STARTING AND OPERATING • Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when Autostick is engaged. DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- pery surfaces may cause the rear wheels to pull errati- cally to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when there is a difference in the surface traction under the rear (driving) wheels.
Page 295: Driving Through Water
DRIVING THROUGH WATER Driving through water more than a few inches/ millimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. Flowing/Rising Water WARNING! Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 296 294 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! • Driving through standing water may cause dam- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving through standing water.
Page 297: Parking Brake
PARKING BRAKE The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle. WARNING! Never use PARK position on an automatic transmis- sion as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage.
Page 298 296 STARTING AND OPERATING Parking Brake The brake light in the instrument cluster will turn on when the parking brake is applied and the ignition switch is ON. NOTE: This light only shows that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application. WARNING! •...
Page 299: Brake System
BRAKE SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses normal capability, the remaining system will still function. There will be some loss of overall braking effectiveness. This may be evident by increased pedal travel during application, greater pedal force required to slow or stop, and potential activation of the Brake Warning Light.
Page 300 298 STARTING AND OPERATING ABS is activated during braking under certain road or stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in- clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops. You also may experience the following when the brake system goes into Anti-lock: •...
Page 301: Power Steering
All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and type and tires must be properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the computer. Anti-Lock Brake Light The ABS light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake Sys- tem. The light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may stay on for as long as four seconds.
Page 302: Electronic Brake Control System
300 STARTING AND OPERATING Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steering pump may make noise for a short amount of time. This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering system. This noise should be considered normal, and it does not in any way damage the steering system.
Page 303: Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System)
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions by controlling hydrau- lic brake pressure. This prevents wheel lock-up to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking. For more information about ABS, refer to “Anti-Lock Brake System”...
Page 304: Tcs (Traction Control System)
302 STARTING AND OPERATING TCS (Traction Control System) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each driven wheel. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability. BAS (Brake Assist System) This system complements the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) by optimizing the vehicle braking capability dur-...
Page 305: Esp (Electronic Stability Program)
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. The ESP corrects for oversteering and understeering the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel. Engine power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle maintain the desired path.
Page 306 304 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! The ESP (Electronic Stability Program) cannot pre- vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. The ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning.
Page 307 NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or when starting-off in deep snow, sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off” mode by momentarily depressing the “ESP OFF” button. Once the situation requiring “Partial Off” mode is overcome, turn the ESP ON again by momen- tarily depressing the “ESP OFF”...
Page 308: Synchronizing Esp
306 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: When the ESP is switched off a feature of the system remains active. This feature controls wheel spin across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential. If one wheel on an axle is spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel and allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning.
Page 309: Esp/Bas Malfunction Indicator Light And Esp/Tcs Indicator Light
Indicator Light should go out. However, if the light remains on, have the ESP and BAS checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light and ESP/TCS Indicator Light The Malfunction Indicator Light for the ESP is combined with the BAS indicator.
Page 310: Tire Safety Information
308 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION 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. Ex- ample: P215/65R15 95H. • European Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards.
Page 311 Tire Sizing Chart Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ...blank... = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm) 65 = Aspect ratio in percent (%).
Page 312 310 STARTING AND OPERATING Service Description: 95 = Load Index —A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol —A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved un- der specified operating conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions,...
Page 313: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. DOT = Department of Transportation —This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S.
Page 314: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
312 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side B-pillar. Tire Placard Location Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle...
Page 315 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 and in the “Vehicle Loading”...
Page 316 314 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (295 kg) {(since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 –...
Page 317 STARTING AND OPERATING 315...
Page 318: Tires - General Information
316 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
Page 319: Tire Inflation Pressures
2. Economy— Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement. Under-inflation, also increases tire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consump- tion.
Page 320 318 STARTING AND OPERATING check tire pressure. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under-inflated. CAUTION! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap (if equipped). This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem.
Page 321: Radial-Ply Tires
Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very important.
Page 322: Tire Spinning
320 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Spinning When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h). Refer to the paragraph on “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in Section 6. WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure.
Page 323: Life Of Tire
These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point.
Page 324: Replacement Tires
322 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu- facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva- lent to the originals in size, quality and performance when replacement is needed.
Page 325: Alignment And Balance
CAUTION! Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer readings. Alignment And Balance Poor suspension alignment may result in: • Fast tire wear. • Uneven tire wear, such as feathering and one-sided wear.
Page 326: Snow Tires
324 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the following precautions: • Because of restricted chain clearance between tires and other suspension components, it is important that only chains in good condition are used. Broken chains can cause serious damage.
Page 327: Tire Rotation Recommendations
If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only in sets of four. Failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h).
Page 328: Tire Rotation - All Season Tires
326 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Rotation — All Season Tires The suggested rotation method for vehicles equipped with all season tires is the “forward-cross” as shown in the following diagram.
Page 329: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms) - If Equipped
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) — IF EQUIPPED • The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recommended cold placard pressure. • The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (6.9 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C).
Page 330 328 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. − For example, your vehicle may have a recom- mended cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure of 30 psi (207 kPa).
Page 331: Base System - If Equipped
NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your tire pressure. •...
Page 332 330 STARTING AND OPERATING The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if equipped) has a tire pressure monitoring sensor. The matching full size spare can be used in place of any of the four road tires. The TPMS will only monitor the pressure in the full size spare when it is used in place of a road tire.
Page 333 3. Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings. 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. NOTE: Vehicles with Full Size Spare 1. The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly has a tire pressure monitoring sensor that can be moni- tored by the TPMS.
Page 334: Premium System - If Equipped
332 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, the TPMS will update automatically and the TPM Telltale Light will turn OFF, as long as no tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires.
Page 335 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires. In addition, the EVIC will display one or more low pressure messages (Left Front, Left Rear, Right Front, Right Rear) for three seconds and a graphic showing the pressure values of...
Page 336 334 STARTING AND OPERATING Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires with low pressure (those flashing in the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure value. Once the system receives the updated tire pressures, the system will automatically update, the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flash- ing, and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will...
Page 337 If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault no longer exists, the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will no longer flash, and the CHECK TPM SYS- TEM message will no longer display, and a pressure value will display in place of the dashes.
Page 338 336 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Vehicles with Compact Spare 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in the compact spare tire. 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, the TPM Telltale Light will remain ON and a chime will sound.
Page 339: General Information
General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- eration.
Page 340: Reformulated Gasoline
338 STARTING AND OPERATING Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, and durability for your vehicle. The manufacturer recom- mends the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC speci- fications, if they are available.
Page 341: Mmt In Gasoline
manufacturer. While MTBE is an oxygenate made from methanol, it does not have the negative effects of metha- nol. MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline blended with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without MMT.
Page 342: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
340 STARTING AND OPERATING • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition mal- functions can cause the catalytic converter to overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or malfunc- tioning and may require immediate service.
Page 343: Adding Fuel
• Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte- nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. • Keep the trunk/liftgate closed when driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide and other poison- ous exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.
Page 344 342 STARTING AND OPERATING Gas Cap Tether Hook CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). • A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into the fuel system.
Page 345: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank filled. • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is running. • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle.
Page 346: Vehicle Loading
344 STARTING AND OPERATING VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on the “Vehicle Certification Label.” This information should be used for passenger and luggage loading as indicated. Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 347: Overloading
WARNING! Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Overloading The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory...
Page 348 346 STARTING AND OPERATING A loaded vehicle is shown in the illustration. Note that neither the GVWR nor the GAWR capacities have been exceeded. EXAMPLE ONLY Empty Weight Load (including driver, pas- sengers, and cargo) Total GAWR NOTE: Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed to the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR and GAWRs.
Page 349: Trailer Towing
TRAILER TOWING In this section, you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer, carefully review this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible.
Page 350 348 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GAWR. WARNING! It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR.
Page 351 Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in accordance with the manufacturers directions, it pro- vides for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety.
Page 352 350 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of Weight Distributing System...
Page 353: Trailer Hitch Classification
Trailer Hitch Classification Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your authorized dealer for package content. The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Page 354: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
352 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Transmission 6.1L Automatic Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and it should never exceed the weight referenced on the “Tire Frontal Area...
Page 355: Trailer And Tongue Weight
Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer.
Page 356: Towing Requirements
354 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the “Tire and Loading Information”...
Page 357 WARNING! Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer and that it will not shift during travel. When traile- ring cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that may be difficult for the driver to control.
Page 358 356 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized. (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight.) Towing Requirements — Tires −...
Page 359 actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic brake controller is not required. − Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000 lbs (907 kg).
Page 360 358 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights and Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a 4- and 7-pin wiring harness.
Page 361: Towing Tips
7-Pin Connector Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing up the trailer in an area located away from heavy traffic. STARTING AND OPERATING 359 Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How- ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “3”...
Page 362 360 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips — Electronic Speed Control (If Equipped) − Don’t use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. − When using the speed control, if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until you can get back to cruising speed.
Page 363: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) Recreational towing for this vehicle is not recommended. NOTE: If the vehicle requires towing, make sure all four wheels are off the ground. STARTING AND OPERATING 361 GROUND CLEARANCE CAUTION!
Page 365: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....364 If Your Engine Overheats ....364 TIREFIT Tire Repair .
Page 366: Hazard Warning Flasher
364 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The HAZARD switch is located in the switch bank near the top center of the instrument panel. De- press the switch to activate the flashers. When activated, all directional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency.
Page 367: Tirefit Tire Repair
CAUTION! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads 240°F (116°C) or greater pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range 200– 230°F (93–110°C).
Page 368 366 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES The TIREFIT system is located under a hinged access cover in the load floor in the cargo area. TIREFIT Location TIREFIT contents 1. Air pump hose 2. Power plug and cable 3. AIR PUMP switch 4.
Page 369 WARNING! • Do not attempt to repair a tire on the side of the vehicle close to traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or repairing a tire. • Cuts or punctures larger than approximately 0.16 in. (4 mm), tire damage caused by driving with extremely low tire pres- sure or on a flat tire, or a damaged wheel can pose a hazard while driving.
Page 370 368 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 7. Leave the parking brake set and the shift lever in PARK and start the engine. 8. Press the switch (3) on the air pump to I (ON). The air pump should start to inflate the tire and the tire sealant (white fluid) will flow from the sealant bottle (5) through the TIREFIT sealant hose (6) and into the tire.
Page 371 18. With a tire pressure of no less than 26 psi (1.8 bar) press the AIR PUMP switch (3) to 0 (OFF) and turn off the engine. Then, disconnect the TIREFIT system from the tire and place it back in the vehicle. 19.
Page 372 370 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Close the load floor cover. Replace the sealant bottle at your nearest authorized MOPAR parts dealership. 29. Have the tire inspected at the earliest opportunity at an authorized dealer or tire service center. NOTE: •...
Page 373: Jump-Starting Procedures
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be hurt by the fan. • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way.
Page 374 372 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Set the parking brake, place the automatic transmis- sion in PARK, and turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position on both vehicles. 4. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- cal loads.
Page 375 WARNING! • You should not try to start your vehicle by pushing or towing. • Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode. • During cold weather when temperatures are be- low the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze.
Page 376: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
374 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.
Page 377: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck, and don’t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
Page 378: Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly
376 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front with sling type towing equipment. Damage to the front fascia will result. • If the transmission is not operative or if the vehicle is to be towed more than 30 mi (48 km), then the only approved method of towing is with a flat-bed truck.
Page 379: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 6.1L Engine Compartment ....380 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ..381 Loose Fuel Filler Cap ....382 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs .
Page 380 378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Power Steering — Fluid Check ... . 394 Front And Rear Suspension Ball Joints ..394 Steering Linkage ..... . 395 Body Lubrication .
Page 381 Tail/Stop, Turn Signal Light, And Backup Light ......425 License Light ......428 Fluids And Capacities .
Page 382: Maintaining Your Vehicle
380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6.1L ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1 — Remote Jump-Start Positive Battery Post 2 — Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center) 3 — Coolant Pressure Cap 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 5 — Coolant Bottle 6 — Power Steering Fluid 7 —...
Page 383: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems are operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis- sions well within current government regulations.
Page 384: Loose Fuel Filler Cap
382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Loose Fuel Filler Cap If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a “Check Gascap” message will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (if equipped). If this occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the message.
Page 385 3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start this test over. 4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check.
Page 386: Replacement Parts
384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine MOPAR parts for normal/scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to en- sure the designed performance. Damage or failures caused by the use of non-MOPAR parts for maintenance and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.
Page 387: Engine Oil
These items should be inspected if a malfunction is observed or suspected. Engine Oil Checking Oil Level To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
Page 388 386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Change Engine Oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8. NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 6,000 mi (10 000 km) or six months, whichever occurs first. Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SM or...
Page 389: Engine Oil Filter
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on engine oil filler cap location, refer to the “Engine Com- partment” illustration in this section. Materials Added to Engine Oil The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to the engine oil.
Page 390: Spark Plugs
388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Inspect belts for evidence of cuts, cracks, glazing, or frayed cords and replace if there is indication of damage that could result in belt failure. Also, check belt routing to make sure there is no interference between the belts and other engine components.
Page 391: Fuel Filter
Fuel Filter A plugged fuel filter can cause stalling, limit the speed at which a vehicle can be driven or cause hard starting. Should an excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank, filter replacement may be necessary. See your authorized dealer for service.
Page 392: Maintenance-Free Battery
390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your exhaust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact anything that can burn.
Page 393 NOTE: The battery is stored under a hinged access cover in the load floor in the cargo area. Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump-starting. Battery Location MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 391 WARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you.
Page 394: Air Conditioner Maintenance
392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post. Battery posts are marked posi- tive (+) and negative (-) and identified on the battery case.
Page 395: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped
WARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to Section 3 of the Warranty Information book for further warranty information.
Page 396: Power Steering - Fluid Check
394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE filter. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the vehicle (text and arrows on the filter indicate this). Refer to the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 for the recommended air conditioning filter replacement inter- vals.
Page 397: Steering Linkage
Steering Linkage The tie rod end ball joints should be inspected for external leakage or damage when other maintenance is performed. Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including seat tracks, door hinges, liftgate hinges, and hood hinges, should be lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and wear.
Page 398: Windshield Washers/Rear Window Washer
396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers/Rear Window Washer The windshield washer and the rear window washer share the same fluid reservoir. The fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid level in the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
Page 399: Cooling System
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com- plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change.
Page 400 398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Coolant Checks Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc.
Page 401 CAUTION! • Mixing of coolants other than specified HOAT engine coolants, may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. If a non-HOAT coolant is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, it should be replaced with the speci- fied coolant as soon as possible.
Page 402 400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant solution. The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system. Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where...
Page 403 Disposal of Used Coolant Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by animals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
Page 404: Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. • Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If antifreeze needs to be added, contents of coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against freezing.
Page 405: Fuel System
Ensure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed. Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou- plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are present. Components should be replaced immediately if there is any evidence of wear or damage that could cause failure.
Page 406 404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Brake and Power Steering Hoses When the vehicle is serviced for scheduled maintenance, inspect surface of hoses and nylon tubing for evidence of heat and mechanical damage. Hard and brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasion, and excessive swelling indicate deterioration of the rubber.
Page 407 Master Cylinder - Brake Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately if the brake system warning light indicates system fail- ure. Check the fluid level in the master cylinder when per- forming underhood services. Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap.
Page 408: Automatic Transmission
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not allow petroleum-based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid. Seal damage may result. Automatic Transmission Fluid Level Check Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not required. For this reason, the dipstick is omitted. If you notice fluid loss or gear shift malfunction, have your authorized dealer check the transmission fluid level.
Page 409: Front And Rear Wheel Bearings
Fluid and Filter Changes Refer to the Maintenance Schedule in Section 8 for the recommended transmission fluid and filter change inter- vals. If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the fluid and filter should be changed. Selection of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- mance.
Page 410: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in snow and ice, and chemicals that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle.
Page 411 • Use Mopar Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint. • Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint finish.
Page 412 410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use Mopar touch up paint or equivalent on scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. Wheel and Wheel Trim Care All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 413 WARNING! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm. Cleaning Headlights Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
Page 414: Cleaning The Center Console Cupholders
412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Clean with a wet soft rag or micro-fiber towel. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp rag. 2.
Page 415: Fuses (Power Distribution Centers)
FUSES (POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTERS) Fuses (Front Power Distribution Center) A power distribution center is located in the engine compartment. This center contains fuses and relays. Front Power Distribution Center MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 CAUTION! • When installing the power distribution center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- erly positioned and fully latched.
Page 416 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse Fuse — 15 Amp Washer Motor Blue — 25 Amp Powertrain Control Neutral Module (PCM) — 25 Amp Ignition Run/Start Neutral — 25 Amp Alternator Neutral — — — — 25 Amp Ignition Coils/Injectors Neutral...
Page 417: Fuses (Rear Power Distribution Center)
Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse Fuse — — — — — — — — — Fuses (Rear Power Distribution Center) There is also a power distribution center located under a hinged access cover in the load floor in the cargo area. This center contains fuses and relays.
Page 418 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Power Distribution Center CAUTION! • When installing the power distribution center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure.
Page 419 Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse Fuse 60 Amp — Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Yellow 40 Amp — Integrated Power Mod- Green ule (IPM) — — — 40 Amp — Integrated Power Mod- Green ule (IPM) 30 Amp — Heated Seats - if Pink equipped —...
Page 420 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Rear Power Outlet Yellow — 20 Amp Cluster Yellow — 20 Amp Selectable Power Outlet Yellow — 10 Amp Stop Lights — 20 Amp Rear Wiper Motor Yellow —...
Page 421 Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse Fuse — — — — 5 Amp Antenna Module - if Orange equipped/Power Mir- rors — 20 Amp Hands-Free Phone - if Yellow equipped/Video Moni- tor - if equipped/Radio — 15 Amp Transmission Blue —...
Page 422: Vehicle Storage
420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fused by the 25-amp circuit breaker in cavity 11. The passenger SEAT switch is fused by the 25-amp circuit breaker in cavity 12. The door modules, the driver power WINDOW switch, and the passenger power WINDOW switch are fused by the 25-amp circuit breaker in cavity 13.
Page 423: Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, And Park/Turn Light - Models With Halogen
All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for replacement. LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Low Beam Headlight ..... 9006 High Beam Headlight.
Page 424 422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb.
Page 425: Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, And Park/Turn Light - Models With High Intensity
Low Beam Headlight, High Beam Headlight, and Park/Turn Light — Models with High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube. High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the headlight switch off and the key removed.
Page 426 424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb.
Page 427: Tail/Stop, Turn Signal Light, And Backup Light
Tail/Stop, Turn Signal Light, and Backup Light 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove tail light access cover. 3. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 5. Remove one wing nut from the back of the tail light assembly.
Page 428 426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 8. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- terclockwise to remove it from the tail light assembly. 2 — Turn Signal Light Bulb 1 — Tail/Stop Light Bulb...
Page 429 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 9. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 10. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail light assembly, and then turn it clockwise. 11. Reinstall the tail light assembly, fasteners, and elec- trical connector.
Page 430: License Light
428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE License Light 1. Remove the screws securing the light to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 1 — License Light Bulb 2 —...
Page 431: Fluids And Capacities
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fuel (approximate) 6.1 Liter Engine Engine Oil with Filter 6.1 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40) Cooling System * 6.1 Liter Engine (Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/ 100,000 Mile Formula) or equivalent * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Page 432: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil (6.1L) Oil Filter (6.1L) Spark Plugs (6.1L) Fuel Selection (6.1L) Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive Technology) or equivalent For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SM or SM/CF, and...
Page 433: Chassis
Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Rear Axle Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Mopar DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids.
Page 435 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emissions Control System Maintenance ..434 Maintenance Schedule ....434 Severe Duty ......436 Required Maintenance Intervals .
Page 436: Emissions Control System Maintenance
434 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance services, listed in bold type , must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure the continued proper functioning of the emission control system. These, and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliability.
Page 437 At Each Stop for Fuel • Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Engine Oil” under “Maintenance Procedures” in Section 7. • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required. Once a Month • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
Page 438: Severe Duty
436 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Severe Duty If your vehicle is operated under the Severe Duty condi- tions listed below change your engine oil and filter every 3,000 mi (5 000 km) or three months as indicated in the Maintenance Schedule. • Stop and go driving. •...
Page 439: Required Maintenance Intervals
Required Maintenance Intervals Maintenance Items Change the engine oil and engine oil filter if using your vehicle under any of these severe duty condi- tions: Short trips, stop and go driving, dusty or off- road conditions, police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Page 440 438 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Items Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped). Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the CV joints. Perform the first inspection at 12,000 mi (20 000 km) or 12 months. Inspect the exhaust system. Perform the first inspec- tion at 12,000 mi (20 000 km) or 12 months.
Page 441 Maintenance Items Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. Flush and replace the engine coolant. Replace the spark plugs. Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
Page 443: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle ......443 Prepare For The Appointment .
Page 444 442 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Publication Order Forms ....447 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......448 Treadwear .
Page 445: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty.
Page 446: Daimlerchrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center
444 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE special tools, and the latest information to ensure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner. This is why you should always talk to your authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process.
Page 447: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY.
Page 448: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
446 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod- ucts of component wear contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 449: In Canada
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– 9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Adminis- trator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
Page 450: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
448 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with dia- grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi- cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-controlled ve- hicle systems and features.
Page 451: Treadwear
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear 1-1/2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Page 452: Temperature Grades
450 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Page 453 INDEX...
Page 454 452 INDEX About Your Brakes ....295,297 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ... . 297,301 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .
Page 455 Audio Systems (Radio) ....205,225 Auto Down Power Windows ....33 Auto Unlock, Doors .
Page 456 454 INDEX Brake, Parking ......295 Brake System ......297,403 Anti-Lock (ABS) .
Page 457 Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ......382 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ... . . 74 Checks, Safety .
Page 458 456 INDEX Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..398,429,430 Corrosion Protection ..... 408 Cruise Control (Speed Control) ....138 Cruise Light .
Page 459 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ... . 303 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ..176 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ..185 Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .
Page 460 458 INDEX Exhaust System ..... . . 74,396 Exterior Folding Mirrors ....85 Exterior Lighting .
Page 461 Ethanol ......338 Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ....341 Filter .
Page 462 460 INDEX Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing Water ......293 Hazard Warning Flasher ....364 Head Restraints .
Page 463 Instrument Cluster ....174,175 Instrument Panel and Controls ....173 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning .
Page 464 462 INDEX Bulb Replacement ....420,421 Courtesy/Reading ....131,142 Cruise .
Page 465 Vanity Mirror ......86 Voltage ......175 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) .
Page 466 464 INDEX Vanity ....... 86 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ... . . 7 Monitor, Tire Pressure System .
Page 467 Paint Care ......408 Panic Alarm ......22 Parking Brake .
Page 468 466 INDEX Radio Remote Controls ....255 Radio, Satellite ... . 205,206,225,226,242,247 Radio (Sound Systems) .
Page 469 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ....76 Safety Defects, Reporting ....446 Safety, Exhaust Gas .
Page 470 468 INDEX Sentry Key Replacement ....16 Service Assistance ..... . . 443 Service Contract .
Page 471 Tilt Column ......136 Wheel, Tilt ......136 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls .
Page 472 470 INDEX High Speed ......319 Inflation Pressures ..... 317 Life of Tires .
Page 473 Shifting ......281 Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) ....23 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink ) .
Page 474 472 INDEX Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) ......175 Warnings and Cautions ..... 6 Warranty Information .
Page 475 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed properly by trained person- nel. The following must be observed during installation. The positive power connection should be made directly to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.
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