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Chrysler Aspen Owner's Manual

2009
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  • Page 1 ASPEN 2009 OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or op- name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefor.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............. 3 INTRODUCTION .

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Warnings And Cautions ....7 Rollover Warning .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION ROLLOVER WARNING This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.

  • Page 7: How To Use This Manual

    INTRODUCTION 5 belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.
  • Page 8 6 INTRODUCTION...

  • Page 9: Warnings And Cautions

    INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.

  • Page 10: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

    8 INTRODUCTION 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 CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Security Alarm System — If Equipped ..19 Ignition Key Removal .
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information ....25 Window Lockout Switch ....36 Programming Additional Transmitters .
  • Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Seat Belt Extender ..... 52 Safety Tips ......74 Driver And Right Front Passenger Exhaust System .

  • Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle has the Automatic Transmission key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the ignition switch to can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized the LOCK position and remove the key.
  • Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 key to the right slightly, then remove the key as de- scribed. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable.

  • Page 16: Locking Doors With The Key

    14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE inserted or withdrawn only in the LOCK position. Push CAUTION! in on the key in the ignition lock cylinder to rotate to the LOCK position. An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

  • Page 17: Ignition Accessory Delay Feature

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Infor- WARNING! mation Center (EVIC), the time for this feature is pro- grammable. For details, refer to “Personal Settings The key cannot be turned to LOCK until the shift (Customer-Programmable Features)”/“KEY lever is in the PARK position.
  • Page 18 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in seconds if someone uses an invalid key to try to start the the electronics.

  • Page 19: Replacement Keys

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Replacement Keys procedure. This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle that has never been programmed. electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.

  • Page 20: General Information

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch. Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 15 do not have a programmed Sentry Key , contact your seconds.

  • Page 21: Security Alarm System - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 • This device must accept any interference that may be arming. The security light in the instrument panel cluster received, including interference that may cause undes- will flash rapidly for about 15 seconds to indicate that the ired operation.

  • Page 22: Illuminated Entry

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE engine, the system will shut down until the correct key is ILLUMINATED ENTRY used. To exit alarming mode, press the RKE UNLOCK Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks button or start the vehicle with a programmed Sentry All interior lights will illuminate in the vehicle when the Key .

  • Page 23: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • Your vehicle’s transmitter may have three, four, or five REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) buttons (shown), depending on the optional features purchased with your vehicle. This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate or activate the panic alarm from distances a minimum of 66 ft (20 m) using a handheld radio Trans- mitter.

  • Page 24: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system can be programmed to unlock all the doors 4. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, by upon the first UNLOCK button press by following these pressing the LOCK/UNLOCK button on the transmitter. procedures: NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter •...
  • Page 25 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Horn Chirp Programming 5. Test the horn chirp feature while outside of the vehicle The horn chirp feature will be activated when shipped by pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter from the assembly plants.

  • Page 26: Using The Panic Alarm

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the 5. If the desired programming was not achieved or to following procedure: reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. 1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on the transmit- Using the Panic Alarm ter.

  • Page 27: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 25

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 General Information 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter, such as a radio station This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with tower, airport transmitter, military base, and some mobile RS-210 of Industry Canada.
  • Page 28 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Fasten your seat belt. Fastening the seat belt will 8. Using the transmitter to be programmed, press and cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this release both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons simulta- programming procedure.

  • Page 29: Battery Replacement

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap- ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. 1. If the transmitter is equipped with a screw, remove the screw. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart.

  • Page 30: Remote Starting System - If Equipped

    28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. To reassemble the transmitter case, snap the two halves of the case together. Make sure there is an even “gap” between the two halves. If equipped, install and tighten the screw until snug. Test transmitter operation. REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM —...
  • Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 To enter the vehicle while the engine is running during a The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of remote start, you must first unlock the vehicle using the two times.

  • Page 32: Door Locks

    30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is on each front door trim Manual Door Locks panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. All the doors can be “manually” locked from the inside by pushing down the door lock plunger, located at the rear of the door.
  • Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC: locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden- tally locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the key 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. or closing the door will allow the locks to operate.
  • Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 8. If a chime is not heard, the program mode was (Customer Programmable Features)” under “Over- canceled before the feature could be disabled. If neces- head Console with Electronic Vehicle Information sary, repeat the above procedure. Center (EVIC) –...

  • Page 35: Child Protection Door Lock

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 6. A single chime will sound to indicate the feature has been changed. 7. Repeat the above steps to alternate the availability of this feature. 8. If a chime is not heard, the program mode was canceled before the feature could be changed.

  • Page 36: Windows

    34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS WARNING! Power Windows 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 setting the child protection door lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position.

  • Page 37: Auto Down

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 windows will operate only when the ignition switch is WARNING! turned to the ON position and for ten minutes after the ignition is turned OFF or the driver’s door is opened. Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a NOTE: The Power Accessory Delay feature (ten-minute number of reasons.

  • Page 38: Auto Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection (Driver's And Front Passenger Door Only)

    36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto Up Feature with Anti-Pinch Protection WARNING! (Driver’s and Front Passenger Door Only) Lift the window switch to the second detent, release, and There is no anti-pinch protection when the window the window will go up automatically. is almost closed.

  • Page 39: Liftgate

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 pressing the remote transmitter UNLOCK button prior to activating the power liftgate; otherwise, the engine will stop automatically. Window Lockout Switch LIFTGATE The liftgate can be unlocked using the Remote Keyless Power Liftgate Button Entry (RKE) Transmitter or by activating the power door Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed.

  • Page 40: Power Liftgate - If Equipped

    38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The liftgate will not manually open if the vehicle is in When the RKE Transmitter power liftgate button is gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h). pressed two times and the “Lamp Flash” feature is enabled, the turn signals will flash twice to signal that the NOTE: If the liftgate is locked and is not equipped with liftgate is opening or closing.
  • Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 press the RKE Transmitter or overhead console button WARNING! to fully open the liftgate and then press again to close. During power operation, personal injury or cargo • If the liftgate handle is pulled while the power liftgate damage may occur.

  • Page 42: Occupant Restraints

    40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. within the same cycle, the system will automatically However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera- stop and must be opened or closed manually.

  • Page 43: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Please pay close attention to the information in this Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and that section. It tells you how to use your restraint system they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as Some of the worst injuries happen when people are possible.
  • Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people belts are designed to go around the large bones of riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously your body.
  • Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and your lap.
  • Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A shoulder belt placed behind will not protect you • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not from injury during a collision. You are more likely to protect you properly.
  • Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen.

  • Page 48: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage

    46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. In the front and second row outboard seats, the shoulder If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to belt can be adjusted upward or downward to help allow the belt to retract fully.

  • Page 49: Automatic Locking Retractors (Alr) Mode - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode – If prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average Equipped you’ll prefer a higher position. When you release the In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that locked.

  • Page 50: Rear 60/40 Seat Third Row Center Three Point Belt - If Equipped

    48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode Rear 60/40 Seat Third Row Center Three Point Belt — If Equipped 1. Buckle the combination lap/shoulder belt. The center three point seat belt for the third row rear seat 2.
  • Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 WARNING! • If the small (keyed buckle) latch plate and keyed buckle are not properly connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant, the seat belt will not be able to provide the proper restraint and will increase the risk of injury in a collision.

  • Page 52: Seat Belt Pretensioners

    50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To reattach the seat belt to the third row center seat, pull the small (keyed buckle) latch plate forward from the headliner slots and insert it into the keyed buckle until there is an audible click. Refer to the previous section for the proper seat belt usage.

  • Page 53: Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (Beltalert )

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Seat Belt Pretensioners Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System The seat belts for both front seating positions are (BeltAlert ) equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to If the driver seat belt has not been buckled within 60 remove any slack from the seat belt system in the event of seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is a collision.

  • Page 54: Seat Belt Extender

    52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert ) can be en- buckled. A chime will sound immediately (once the abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by feature has toggled). If during this time the ignition following these steps: switch is turned out of the ON position or the timer expires, programming mode will be cancelled.

  • Page 55: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Seat Belts and Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts throughout their pregnancies. Keeping the mother safe is Using a seat belt extender when not needed can the best way to keep the baby safe. increase the risk of injury in a collision.

  • Page 56: Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)-Airbags

    54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE steering wheel. The passenger’s front airbag is mounted Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental in the instrument panel, above the glove compartment. Restraint System (SRS)—Airbags The words SRS/AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers.
  • Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not have any accessory items installed which • Do not put anything on or around the front airbag will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to covers or attempt to manually open them.
  • Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types You should read the instructions provided with your of collisions. The front airbags deploy in moderate to child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. severe frontal collisions.
  • Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Airbag System Components WARNING! The airbag system consists of the following: • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more • Occupant Restraint Controller severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work •...
  • Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How the Airbag System Works Also, the ORC turns on the AIRBAG warning light in the instrument cluster for 2.5 to 8 • The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines seconds for a self-check when the ignition is if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the first turned on.
  • Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 • The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are • The Side Impact SRS Window Bags are designed to located in the center of the steering wheel and the right activate only in certain side collisions or in a roll over side of the instrument panel.
  • Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: At no time should any Supplemental Restraint If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any System (SRS) component or SRS-related component or or all of the following may occur: fastener be modified or replaced with any part except •...
  • Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particles Maintaining Your Airbag System settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufac- WARNING! turer’s instructions for cleaning. • It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the •...
  • Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The airbag light does not come on or flickers during NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap- ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. the 2.5 to 8 seconds when the ignition switch is first turned ON.

  • Page 65: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Event Data Recorder (EDR) addition to crash investigations initiated by the manufac- In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to turer, such investigations may be requested by custom- record up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param- ers, insurance carriers, government officials, and profes- eters (see the following list) in an event data recorder sional crash researchers, such as those associated with...
  • Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Time of airbag deployment (in terms of ignition particular driver, vehicle, or crash, will be treated confi- dentially. Confidential data will not be disclosed by the cycles and vehicle mileage) manufacturer to any third party except when: •...

  • Page 67: Child Restraint

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Child Restraint babies at the right front passenger seat position. If a car Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the bed must be used to transport a newborn baby, the car time - babies and children, too.
  • Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH child restraint anchorage system. (Refer to The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing “LATCH - Child Seat Anchorage System” in this more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit section.) the vehicle’s seat belts properly.
  • Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child slouching can move the belt out of position. restraint: • Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it •...
  • Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Buckle the child into the restraint exactly as the systems having attachments for those anchorages will manufacturer’s instructions tell you. continue to also have features for installation using the vehicle’s seat belts. Child restraints having tether straps •...
  • Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 the vehicle’s seat belt for the outboard position, but you must use the vehicle’s seat belt at the center position. If your child restraints are not LATCH-compatible, you can only install the child restraints using the vehicle’s seat belts.
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a hook for attachment to the System We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the tether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting the manufacturer when installing your child restraint.
  • Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 NOTE: When using the LATCH attaching system to Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts Belt not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are of reach of children.
  • Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the lap portion around the child restraint. Any seat belt Child Restraints in Third Row Seating (If system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasion- Equipped) ally, and pull it tight if necessary. For vehicles equipped with third row split bench (60/40) seating, the tether strap anchorage is located on the seatback behind the center seating position.
  • Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Child Restraint Tether Anchor There are tether strap anchorages behind each seating position in the second row and behind the center seating position in the case of the third row seat (60/40) split bench, if equipped.

  • Page 76: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in the tether anchor located on the seatback and remove the a collision. Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in slack in the tether strap according to the manufacturer’s pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.

  • Page 77: Safety Tips

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 The recommended viscosity and quality grades are WARNING! (Continued) shown in Section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT • Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE confined areas any longer than needed to move USED.

  • Page 78: Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connections Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, compartment.
  • Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Door Latches Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for tread wear or uneven wear patterns. Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, Check for stones, nails, glass or other objects lodged in water, oil, or other fluid leaks.

  • Page 81: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......84 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped ..88 Inside Day/Night Mirror .
  • Page 82 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information ....115 Four-Way Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped..... . . 123 Voice Recognition System (VR) —...
  • Page 83 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 Self-Limiting Control ....139 Windshield Wipers ....150 Driver Easy Exit And Easy Entry Control .
  • Page 84 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Park Assist System — If Equipped ..158 Compass/Temperature Button ... 173 Rear Park Assist Sensors ....158 Garage Door Opener —...
  • Page 85 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 Sunroof Maintenance ....185 Rear Floor Console Features — If Equipped . . 192 Electrical Power Outlets ....185 Cargo Area Features —...

  • Page 86: Mirrors

    84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).

  • Page 87: Outside Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 dimming feature is activated. This option also controls CAUTION! the driver side mirror when it is equipped with auto dimming glass. 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.
  • Page 88 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward either turn the control wand to the center position (O). The the left (L) or right (R) position. center position prevents the accidental movement of the mirror.

  • Page 89: Automatic Dimming Driver's Outside Mirror - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 Automatic Dimming Driver’s Outside Mirror — If WARNING! Equipped This mirror will automatically adjust for annoying light Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side glare from vehicles behind you. This feature is controlled convex mirror will look smaller and farther away by the inside mirror and can be turned off by pressing the than they really are.

  • Page 90: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped

    88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped HANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect ) — An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use IF EQUIPPED the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and rotate the NOTE: The sales code RER, REN and REU radios mirror cover upward.
  • Page 91 Bluetooth technology - the global standard that enables following websites: different electronic devices to connect to each other • www.chrysler.com/uconnect without wires or a docking station, so UConnect works no matter where you stow your cellular phone (be it your •...

  • Page 92: Operation

    90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone Button The UConnect system is fully integrated with the vehi- The rearview mirror contains the microphone cle’s audio system. The volume of the UConnect system for the system (depending on the type of can be adjusted either from the radio volume control mirror and radio equipped), and either the knob or from the steering wheel radio control (right...
  • Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 • For certain operations, compound commands can be Help Command used. For example, instead of saying Setup and then If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to Phone Pairing, the following compound command know your options at any prompt, say Help following can be said: Setup Phone Pairing.
  • Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For identification purposes, you will be prompted to To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer- ence your cellular phone Owner’s Manual. The give the UConnect system a name for your cellular UConnect website may also provide detailed instruc- phone.
  • Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Dial by Saying a Number Call by Saying a Name • Press the PHONE button to begin. • Press the PHONE button to begin. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say •...
  • Page 96 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Add Names to Your UConnect Phonebook After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more NOTE: Adding names to the phonebook is recom- phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the mended when the vehicle is not in motion.
  • Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 • Press the PHONE button to begin. NOTE: • The phone handset must support Bluetooth OBEX • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say transfers of phonebook entries to use this feature. Phonebook Edit.
  • Page 98 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phonebook Edit can be used to add another phone from which you choose. To select one of the entries number to a name entry that already exists in the from the list, press the “Voice Recognition” button phonebook.

  • Page 99: Phone Call Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 • After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be • The UConnect system will then prompt you as to the deleted. number designation you wish to call. • Note that only the phonebook in the current language •...
  • Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the call, press and hold the PHONE button until you hear Call followed by the phone number or phonebook entry a single beep, indicating that the incoming call was you wish to call. The first call will be on hold while the rejected.
  • Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Conference Call hold may not become active automatically. This is cell When two calls are in progress (one active and one on phone-dependent. To bring the call back from hold, press hold), press and hold the PHONE button until you hear and hold the PHONE button until you hear a single beep.

  • Page 102: Uconnect System Features

    100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Continuation UConnect System Features Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Language Selection UConnect system after the vehicle ignition key has been To change the language that the UConnect system is switched to OFF.
  • Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Emergency Assistance and Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is not be applicable with the available cellular service and reachable: area.
  • Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Towing Assistance number dialed is based Working with Automated Systems on the country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- This method is used in instances where one generally has 2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14-3454 to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while for Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for outside Mexico navigating through an automated telephone system.
  • Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 numbers, followed by Send, is also to be used for Barge In - Overriding Prompts navigating through an automated customer service cen- The “Voice Recognition” button can be used when you ter menu structure, and to leave a number on a pager. wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice recognition command immediately.
  • Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone and Network Status Indicators NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the If available on the radio and/or on a premium display dial ring to the UConnect system to play it on the such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by vehicle audio system, so you will not hear it.

  • Page 107: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Advanced Phone Connectivity List Paired Cellular Phone Names • Press the PHONE button to begin. Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The UConnect system allows ongoing calls to be trans- • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say ferred from your cellular phone to the UConnect system “Setup Phone Pairing.”...

  • Page 108: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect System

    106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Select Another Cellular Phone Delete UConnect Paired Cellular Phones This feature allows you to select and start using another • Press the PHONE button to begin. phone paired with the UConnect system. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say •...
  • Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Voice Training This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- system will adapt to the last trained voice only. nizing their voice commands or numbers, the UConnect To restore the Voice Recognition system to factory default system Voice Training feature may be used.
  • Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Performance is maximized under: • It is not recommended to store similar sounding names in the UConnect phonebook. • low-to-medium blower setting, • The UConnect phonebook nametag recognition rate • low-to-medium vehicle speed, is optimized for the person who stored the name in the •...
  • Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down. • low road noise, Bluetooth Communication Link • smooth road surface, Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to •...
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  • Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
  • Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...

  • Page 117: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 General Information possible. The ability of the Voice Interface System to This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and recognize user voice commands may be negatively af- RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the fected by rapid speaking or a raised voice level.

  • Page 118: Commands

    116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pressing the VR hard-key while the system is speaking is At any point, if the system does not recognize one of your known as “barging in.” The system will be interrupted commands, you will be prompted to repeat it. and you can add or change commands.
  • Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 • MAIN MENU (to switch to the main menu) Main Menu Start a dialogue by pressing the VR hard-key. You may Radio FM say MAIN MENU to switch to the main menu. To switch to the FM band say FM or RADIO FM. In this In this mode, you can say the following commands: mode, you may say the following commands: •...
  • Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • NEXT CHANNEL (to select the next channel) Memo To switch to the voice recorder mode say MEMO. In this • PREVIOUS CHANNEL (to select the previous chan- mode, you may say the following commands: nel) •...

  • Page 121: Voice Training

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 − PREVIOUS (to play the previous memo) 1. Press the VR hard-key, speak “System Setup” and once you are in that menu then speak “Voice Training.” This − DELETE (to delete a memo) will train your own voice to the system and will improve •...

  • Page 122: Seats

    120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the SEATS seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched. Manual Front Seat Adjustment The adjusting lever is at the front of the seat, near the WARNING! floor.

  • Page 123: Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 return the seatback to its normal position. Using body pressure, lean forward and rearward on the seat to be sure the seatback is locked. WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.

  • Page 124: Eight-Way Driver's Power Seat - If Equipped

    122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To lower the head restraint, depress the release button Eight-Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped located at the base of the head restraint and push down The driver’s power seat switches are located on the left on the head restraint.

  • Page 125: Four-Way Passenger's Power Seat - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Four-Way Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped The front passenger’s power seat switches are located on the right side of the passenger seat lower side trim. The bottom switch controls forward/rearward adjustment. The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment. NOTE: The four-way seat does not have an up/down adjustment.
  • Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The controls for the second row heated seats are located NOTE: The High level setting will operate for approxi- on the center console between the second row seats. mately 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, the system will automatically transition to the Low level setting.

  • Page 127: Second Row Bucket Seats - Fold And Tumble

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Second Row Bucket Seats — Fold and Tumble WARNING! Second row bucket seats have seatback recliners on both • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin seating positions. Raising the lever allows the seatback to be reclined an additional 11 degrees.
  • Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull up on the seatback release lever located on the outboard side of the seat and push the seatback forward. Tumbling the Seat Forward To re-latch the seat, tilt the seat rearward and push down firmly to engage the rear attachments.

  • Page 129: Second Row 40/20/40 Seat - Fold And Tumble

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 To fold and tumble the second row seats from the third WARNING! row fully raise the lever at the rear of the seat to fold the seatback. Continue lifting the lever to release the floor In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be latches to tumble the seat.
  • Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Second row leather seats have seatback recliners at the To fold the 40% seatbacks, fully raise the lever on the side 40% seating positions. Raising the lever allows the seat- of the seat to release the seatback. The seatback can now back to be reclined an additional 11 degrees.
  • Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 To fold the 20% seatback, pull the strap forward to release the seatback. Fold the seatback down for use as an armrest or to carry cargo. When returning the seatback to the upright position, push the seatback rearward to latch the seatback.
  • Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not drive the vehicle with the outer 40% second row seats in the tumbled position. The outer 40% second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third row seat. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury.

  • Page 133: Third Row Seat Bench - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Third Row Seat Bench — If Equipped To Fold the Seats Folding the third seat occurs in two stages: First, the cushion is lifted and moved forward from the pockets at the front of the cushion. The cushion will rest on the floor directly behind the second row seat.
  • Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Seat Cushion Movement Up And Forward Third Row Seat Folded Forward CAUTION! When loading cargo into the rear of your vehicle with the third row seat folded flat, be careful not to damage the material on the head restraints.

  • Page 135: Third Row 60/40 Folding - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 NOTE: The seat belt buckles are hinged to fold with the Third Row 60/40 Folding — If Equipped seatback. WARNING! • Do not sit in the third row seat unless the cushion and back are properly engaged. Proper engage- ment can be verified by pushing/pulling on the upright seatback.
  • Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Third Row Seat 40% Seatback Fold Third Row Seat Features 1 — Seatback Return Strap 2 — Seatback Release Lever...
  • Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Third Row Seat Folded Forward Third Row Seat Return Pull Strap...

  • Page 138: Driver Memory System - If Equipped

    136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER MEMORY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seat position, driver’s outside mirror position, adjustable brake, accelerator pedals position, Automatic Tempera- ture Control (ATC) temperature setting and radio station preset settings.

  • Page 139: Setting Memory Positions And Linking Rke Transmitter To Memory

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Setting Memory Positions and Linking RKE 6. Press and release the SET button located on the Transmitter to Memory driver’s door. NOTE: Each time the S (SET) button and a numbered 7. Within five seconds, press and release memory button button (1 or 2) are pressed, you erase the memory settings 1 or 2 on the driver’s door.

  • Page 140: Memory Position Recall

    138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the memory Memory Position Recall buttons on the driver’s door during a recall (S, 1, or 2), or NOTE: pressing any one of the power seat buttons, pressing the •...

  • Page 141: Self-Limiting Control

    RKE transmitters to memory can be limited or obstructed position, then release and reactivate disabled (or later re-enabled) by a qualified Chrysler LLC the same button or buttons. Continued seat travel beyond representative. For vehicles equipped with the Electronic the obstructed position will indicate the recently encoun- vehicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to “Personal...

  • Page 142: To Open And Close The Hood

    140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE position. Each stored memory setting will have an asso- TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD ciated Easy Exit and Easy Entry position. The Easy Exit To open the hood, two latches must be released: and Easy Entry feature may be automatically disabled if 1.
  • Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 2. Push the safety latch lever to the left. It is located To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to between the grille and hood opening right of the center. close it. Use a firm downward push at the center front edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.

  • Page 144: Lights

    142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Headlight Switch Headlights, Parking Lights and Instrument Panel Lights The headlight switch is located next to the steering wheel, on the left side of the instrument panel. Headlight Switch Location The headlight switch controls the operation of the head- lights, automatic headlights (if equipped), parking lights and instrument panel lights.
  • Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 NOTE: • Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight lenses 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 146: Interior Lights

    144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped The headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles Automatic headlights can be activated by rotating the equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center rotary headlight switch to the symbol “A.” The head- (EVIC).

  • Page 147: Battery Saver

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 down to the OFF detent will cause all the interior lights to go out. This allows the doors to stay open for extended periods of time without discharging the vehicle’s battery. Battery Saver To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, load shedding is provided for both the interior and exterior lights.

  • Page 148: Illuminated Entry

    146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: While the engine is running, the system will Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) deactivate the fog lights and heated seats if a low battery The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the system voltage is detected.

  • Page 149: Fog Lights - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Fog Lights — If Equipped The fog lights will operate only when the parking lights The fog lights are turned on by placing the headlight are on or when the vehicle headlights are on low beam. rotary control in the parking light, headlight or Auto An indicator light located in the instrument cluster will position and pressing the fog light button.

  • Page 150: Multifunction Lever

    148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The turn signal indicator located in the instrument cluster Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the will flash indicating the direction of the turn, and proper steering column. operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
  • Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel. This will momentarily turn on the high beams until the multifunction lever is released. High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch Pull the multifunction lever fully toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low beam.

  • Page 152: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Intermittent Wiper System WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The intermittent feature of this system was designed for Windshield Wipers use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the with a variable pause between cycles, desirable.

  • Page 153: Windshield Washers

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Windshield Washers WARNING! To use the windshield washer, push in on the washer knob on the end of the multifunction lever. The washer Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield pump will continue to operate as long as the knob is held. could lead to an accident.

  • Page 154: Tilt Steering Column

    152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT STEERING COLUMN This feature will allow you to raise or lower the steering wheel into a desired position. To tilt the column, pull rearward on the lever below the turn signal control and move the wheel up or down as desired.

  • Page 155: Driver Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 WARNING! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col- umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve- hicle is stopped.

  • Page 156: Adjustment

    154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjustment CAUTION! 1. Position the driver seat so that you are at least 10 in Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals (254 mm) away from the airbag located in the center of or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage the steering wheel.

  • Page 157: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED The control buttons for the Electronic Speed Control are located on the steering wheel. When engaged, the Elec- tronic Speed Control takes over the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). Electronic Speed Control Buttons 1 —...

  • Page 158: To Activate

    156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE without erasing the memory. Pushing the ON/OFF but- To Activate Push the ON/OFF button to the ON position. In the ton to the OFF position or turning off the ignition erases instrument cluster, the word “CRUISE” illuminates to the memory.

  • Page 159: To Vary The Speed Setting

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 To Vary The Speed Setting To Accelerate For Passing When the Electronic Speed Control System is ON, the Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the speed can be increased by pressing and holding the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.

  • Page 160: Rear Park Assist System - If Equipped

    158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Rear Park Assist system can be active only when the WARNING! shift lever is in REVERSE. If the Rear Park Assist system is enabled at this shift lever position, the system will be Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the active until the vehicle speed is increased to approxi- system cannot maintain a constant speed.

  • Page 161: Rear Park Assist Warning Display

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Rear Park Assist Warning Display When the ignition is turned to the ON position, the The Rear Park Assist Warning Display, located in the warning display will turn ON all of its LEDs for approxi- headliner near the flipper glass, provides both visible and mately one second.
  • Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING DISPLAY DISTANCES DISPLAY LED OBSTACLE DISTANCE FROM: LED COLOR AUDIBLE SIGNAL REAR CORNERS REAR CENTER Inner LED 79 in (200 cm) Yellow Yes, Half Second 1st LED 51.1 in (130 cm) Yellow None 2nd LED 45.2 in (115 cm)
  • Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using the Rear Park Assist system, it is • Drivers must be careful when backing up, even strongly recommended that the ball mount and when using the Rear Park Assist system. Always hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the ve- check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind hicle when the vehicle is not used for towing.

  • Page 164: Enable/Disable The Rear Park Assist System

    162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Enable/Disable The Rear Park Assist System CAUTION! There are times when you may want to disable the Rear • The Rear Park Assist system is only a parking aid Park Assist system, such as when towing a trailer. and it is unable to recognize every obstacle, in- The system can be turned ON or OFF through the cluding small obstacles.

  • Page 165: Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 If “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” appears in the NOTE: Refer to “Setting Display Properties” under Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) after mak- “System Settings” in the Navigation User’s Manual for ing sure the rear bumper is clean, please see your instructions regarding navigation screen brightness ad- authorized dealer.
  • Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Slowly backup as necessary. CAUTION! 6. Place the shift lever into PARK or DRIVE to exit the • To avoid vehicle damage, the Rear Camera system Rear Camera system. should only be used as a parking aid. The Rear Camera system is unable to view every obstacle or WARNING! object in your drive path.

  • Page 167: Overhead Console

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console has the following features: • Courtesy Lights • Garage Door Opener — If Equipped Courtesy/Reading Lights There are two reading lights and one courtesy light located near the front of the console. Overhead Console All lights illuminate as courtesy lights when a door is opened, when the dimmer control is rotated to the...

  • Page 168: Overhead Console With Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped

    166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped. The two round The dome/reading lights illuminate when a door is lamps are also operated individually as reading lights by opened or when the interior lights are turned on by pressing the center of each lens.

  • Page 169: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Trip Functions Equipped Pressing the STEP button allows you to scroll through one of the following Trip Function features: • TRIP – Shows the total distance traveled since the last reset.
  • Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • AVG. MPG – Shows the average fuel economy since determined by a weighted average of fuel economy, the last reset. When the fuel economy is reset, the according to the current fuel tank level. MI TO EMPTY display will show dashes for two seconds.
  • Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 • SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM (with a single chime) System Status (EVIC Displays) When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays • SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM the following messages: • COOLANT LOW • TURN SIGNALS ON (with a continuous warning •...
  • Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Unless reset, this message will continue to display each Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN Features) position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall release the MENU button.
  • Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 • “AUTO DOOR LOCK > ON” – When ON is selected, • “RKE UNLOCK ALL DR 1ST” – When All ALL DR all doors will lock automatically when the vehicle 1ST is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).
  • Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “FLASH LAMPS W/LOCK >ON” – When ON is • EASY EXIT SEAT > ON – When ON is selected, and selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when the key is removed from the ignition, the driver’s seat the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE Trans- will automatically move rearward to allow easy exit.

  • Page 175: Compass/Temperature Button

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 • “COMPASS CALIBRATE > YES” – Press the RESET the RKE Transmitter. To make your selection, press and release the RESET button until “OFF,” “30 sec.,” button to manually calibrate the compass. Refer to “60 sec.,”...
  • Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Compass Calibration 2. Press the MENU button until “Personal This compass is self-calibrating, which reduces the need Settings” is displayed. to calibrate the compass manually. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display “CAL”...
  • Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 North is great enough to cause the compass to give false 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. readings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set 2. Press the MENU button until “Personal using the following procedure: Settings”...

  • Page 178: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped

    176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting, or home security systems. The HomeLink unit operates off your vehicle’s battery.

  • Page 179: Programming Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 WARNING! WARNING! Your motorized door or gate will open and close Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the training the transceiver.
  • Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE It is recommended that a new battery be placed in the Then release both the HomeLink and hand-held trans- hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed mitter buttons. to HomeLink for more efficient training and accurate If the EVIC display states “DID NOT TRAIN”...
  • Page 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 NOTE: After training a HomeLink channel, if the 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.”...

  • Page 182: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming

    180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate the next Gate Operator/Canadian Programming step after the “Learn” button has been pressed. Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of 7.

  • Page 183: Using Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button while you press and release - every two seconds To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until HomeLink follow these steps: has successfully accepted the frequency signal.

  • Page 184: Troubleshooting Tips

    182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when General Information the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following Troubleshooting Tips two conditions: If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here...

  • Page 185: Power Sunroof - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: • The sunroof will continue to operate for 10 minutes The power sunroof control is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. after the ignition is turned OFF or until the driver’s door is opened.

  • Page 186: Wind Buffeting

    184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To close the sunroof, hold the switch in the forward WARNING! position. Again, any release of the switch will stop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown condition until the switch is pushed forward again.

  • Page 187: Sunroof Maintenance

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows pops out automatically when ready for use. To preserve together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs the heating element, do not hold the lighter in the with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to heating position.

  • Page 188: Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off (Battery Fed Configuration)

    186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OFF (Battery CAUTION! (Continued) Fed Configuration) • After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with CAUTION! accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be •...
  • Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 NOTE: The fuse block is located in the left side kick panel behind a removable cover near the park brake pedal. A fuse puller is attached to the inside surface of the fuse panel cover to aid in removing fuses, if necessary. Top Fuse Block 1 —...

  • Page 190: 115 Volt Inverter Outlet - If Equipped

    188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This outlet can power cell phones, electronics and other 115 Volt Inverter Outlet — If Equipped This vehicle may also be equipped with a 115 Volt (150 low power devices and is controlled by a switch located Watts Maximum) outlet on the rear of the front center in left lower instrument panel.

  • Page 191: Floor Console

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 NOTE: FLOOR CONSOLE • When the inverter switch is pressed, there will be a Front Floor Console Features delay of approximately one second before the inverter The floor console between the driver’s and front passen- status indicator turns on.
  • Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • 115 V Inverter Plug Cupholders Your vehicle has eight cupholders. Four are located in the • RCA Jacks center console, two are located in the second row armrest The coin slots are located under the instrument panel or rear floor console (if equipped), and two are located in center stack.
  • Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 The front storage bin in the center console is equipped with a removable bin mat. This mat can be removed by pulling on the tab located on the front edge of the bin mat.

  • Page 194: Rear Floor Console Features - If Equipped

    192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Outlet and Portable Phone Storage Rear Floor Console Features — If Equipped The console is equipped with a power outlet, portable The rear floor console us located between the second row phone storage bin and phone cord routing. The phone bucket seat and has the following features: storage bin can be used when easy access to the phone is •...

  • Page 195: Cargo Area Features - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 To access the storage bin, lift up on the console door latch. CARGO AREA FEATURES — IF EQUIPPED The cargo management system consists of a removable cargo liner and removable cargo organizer. Rear Floor Console 1 —...
  • Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open the side cover, pull on the cover latch, and attach To open the cargo divider, lift up on the cargo divider the cord to the upper cargo net hook. handles, raising the doors to the full open position. Raise the side panels until they engage into the doors.

  • Page 197: Rear Window Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 To remove the cargo management system from the ve- hicle, pull the right-hand side of the organizer toward you so that the right pin slides out of the slot in the vehicle. Push the organizer to the right and lift out of the vehicle.

  • Page 198: Rear Window Defrosting

    196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For vehicles equipped with Automatic Climate Controls delay times for the rear wiper. The delay times range (ATC) the controls can be found on the lower right corner. from 1 second to approximately 20 seconds. If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the Park position.

  • Page 199: Factory Installed Roof Luggage Rack

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 push the button a second time. To prevent excessive battery drain, use the defroster only when the engine is operating. CAUTION! Use care when washing the inside of the rear window to prevent damage to heating elements. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements.
  • Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Crossbars are offered by Mopar accessories. CAUTION! (Continued) External racks do not increase the total load carrying Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners carefully capacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the total occupant when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof rack.

  • Page 201: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instruments And Controls ....202 Operating Instructions — Hands-Free Communication (UConnect ) — If Equipped . . 218 Instrument Cluster ..... 203 Clock Setting Procedure .
  • Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo Radio Play Mode ......243 With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And Sirius List Or Browse Mode .
  • Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment Front Mode Control ....256 System (VES ) (If Equipped) ... . . 251 Rear Temperature Control —...

  • Page 204: Instruments And Controls

    202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 1 — Headlight Switch 7 — Radio 13 — Transfer Case Switch* 2 — Air Outlets 8 — Climate Control 14 — Speed Control Switches 3 — Demister Outlets 9 — Rear Washer / Wiper 15 —...

  • Page 205: Instrument Cluster

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 Instrument Cluster...

  • Page 206: Instrument Cluster Description

    204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The gauge pointer will remain near its last reading when INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION the engine is turned off. It will return to a true reading 1. Fuel Gauge when the engine is restarted. The fuel gauge shows level of fuel in the tank when ignition switch is in the ON position.
  • Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 5. High Beam Indicator CAUTION! Indicates that headlights are on high beam. Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature light is on, 6. Seat Belt Reminder Light safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle This light comes on for several seconds after the in neutral with the air conditioner turned off until ignition is turned ON as a reminder to “buckle...
  • Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 8. Speedometer The security light will also come on for about three The speedometer shows the speed of the vehicle. seconds when the ignition is first turned on. 9. Charging System Light 11. Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg- This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System ing system.
  • Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 When the voltage is above this value again, the malfunc- 14. Shift Lever Indicator tion indicator light should go out and the ABS is opera- The shift lever indicator is self-contained within the tional. If the malfunction indicator light stays illumi- instrument cluster.
  • Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Warning Messages Change Oil Message For non-Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change equipped vehicles, when the appropriate conditions ex- indicator system. The “Change Oil” message will flash in ist, messages such as “door ajar”...
  • Page 211 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three 17. Fog Light Indicator times within 10 seconds. This light shows when the fog lights are ON. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position. 18. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you The yellow Electronic Stability Program (ESP) start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not...
  • Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL button has been pressed or ESP is only partially available is running, immediate service is required and you may caused by lack of engine management or brake thermal experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle model. or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing.
  • Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock Brake If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Program (ESP) sys- sary. tem. In this case, the light will remain on until the WARNING! condition has been corrected.
  • Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected several miles at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), by an authorized dealer.
  • Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 If the MIL comes on and remains on while driving, it 24. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light suggests a potential engine control problem and the need Each tire, including the spare (if provided), for system service. See an authorized dealer as soon as should be checked monthly when cold and possible.
  • Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when operating properly.
  • Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 the light stays on or comes on while driving, have the CAUTION! airbag system checked by an authorized dealer. The TPMS has been optimized for the original 26. 4WD Indicator equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and The 4WD indicator light illuminates when the transfer warning have been established for the tire size case is in 4WD position.

  • Page 218: Setting The Analog Clock

    216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 29. TOW/HAUL The TOW/HAUL button is located at the end of the shift lever. This light will illuminate when the TOW/HAUL button has been selected. 30. 4LOW Indicator Indicates the transfer case is in 4LOW position. 31.

  • Page 219: Clock Setting Procedure

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 When the ignition switch is in the OFF position, or when 5. To exit, press any button/knob, or wait approximately the radio frequency is being displayed, timekeeping is five seconds. accurately maintained. AM/FM/CD/DVD MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM RADIO On the AM/FM/CD (6-disc) radio, the time button (RER/REN) –...

  • Page 220: Operating Instructions - Voice Recognition System (Vr) - If Equipped

    218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To Manually Set the Clock — RER/REN Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition System (VR) — If Equipped 1. Turn on the multimedia system. For the radio, refer to “Voice Recognition System (VR)” in Section 3. 2.
  • Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Changing Daylight Savings Time 3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear in When selected, this feature will display the time of day in the box next to the words “Show Time if Radio is Off.” daylight savings time.

  • Page 222: Sales Code Res - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack)

    220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIO Operating Instructions - Radio Mode WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right position to operate the radio.
  • Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 SEEK Buttons 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side Tune/ Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next Scroll control knob to set the minutes. The minutes will listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch begin to blink.
  • Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Push the rotary Tune/Scroll control knob a third time and Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons TREBLE will display. Turn the Tune/Scroll control knob causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones.

  • Page 225: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding Memory button number will display. When you are receiving a station that you wish to Buttons 1 - 6 commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RND These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you button.
  • Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Inserting Compact Disc(s) CAUTION! Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD player and the CD icon will illuminate on the only.
  • Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press the RW button to stop the CD at the beginning of the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.

  • Page 228: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the RND button a second time to stop Random The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Play. • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 Notes On Playing MP3 Files • Maximum number of files: 255 The radio can play MP3 files;...
  • Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 files Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files).

  • Page 230: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode

    228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s...
  • Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (UConnect ) (If Equipped) Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect )” in Section 3. Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to “Satellite Radio” in this section. Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES) (If Equipped) Refer to separate “Video Entertainment System (VES) Guide.”...
  • Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Voice Recognition System (Radio) — If Equipped Push the On/Volume control knob to turn on the radio. Refer to “Voice Recognition System (VR)” in Section 3. Push the On/Volume control knob a second time to turn Voice Recognition Button (UConnect Hands-Free off the radio.
  • Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side Tune/Scroll available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With control knob. Press the Tune/Scroll control knob to save UConnect”...
  • Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Push the rotary Tune/Scroll control knob a third time and Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons TREBLE will display. Turn the Tune/Scroll control knob causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones.
  • Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 MUSIC TYPE Button 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type play mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button Foreign Language Language or turning the Tune/Scroll control knob within five Information Inform seconds will allow the program format type to be se-...
  • Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Clock — Pressing the SELECT button will allow 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type you to set the clock. Turn the Tune/Scroll control knob play to adjust the hours and then press and turn the Sports Sports Tune/Scroll control knob to adjust the minutes.
  • Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 You may add a second station to each pushbutton by Operation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press MP3 Audio Play the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC display window.
  • Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. begin to play when you insert the disc.
  • Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 TIME Button Press the right SEEK button to move to the next ran- Press this button to change the display from a large CD domly selected track. playing time display to a small CD playing time display. Press the SET/RND button a second time to stop Ran- RW/FF dom Play.
  • Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Level 2: 31 (including a separator . and a three- files properly and may be unable to play the file nor- mally. UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported. character extension) The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio.
  • Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 files Playback of MP3 Files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the VBR bit rates.
  • Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders to return to elapsed time display. on the disc.
  • Page 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) — IF Press this button to change the display to time of day. The EQUIPPED time of day will display for five seconds (when ignition is NOTE: This section is for sales code RES and REQ/ OFF).
  • Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: NOTE: • If the radio has a USB port, connecting an iPod to this • You may have to remove the connector pin protection port does not play the media. For playing an iPod , cap from the 16–pin connector port, prior to connect- use the separate 16–pin connector port (in the glove ing the cable.
  • Page 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 Controlling The iPod Using Radio Buttons jump to the previous track in the list. Turning this To get into the UCI (iPod ) mode and access a connected button at any other time in the track, will jump to iPod , press the ‘AUX’...
  • Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL beginning of the track. If you press the SEEK >> During Scan mode you can also press the << SEEK button during play mode, it will jump to the next track and SEEK >> buttons to select the previous and next in the list.
  • Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 • Preset 5 - Audiobooks the track to be played highlighted on the radio display, press the TUNE control knob to select and • Preset 6 – Podcasts start playing the track. Turning the TUNE control •...
  • Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • MUSIC TYPE button: The MUSIC TYPE button is SATELLITE RADIO — IF EQUIPPED another shortcut button to the genre listing on your (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU RADIOS ONLY) iPod . Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to CAUTION! coast.
  • Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site at Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number www.sirius.com, or at www.siriuscanada.ca for Cana- display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on dian residents.
  • Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the Selecting Satellite Mode Press the SAT button until SAT appears in the display. A form of short audio mutes. CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio •...
  • Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 SCAN Button (When Equipped) RW/FF Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons the next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con- causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the tinuing to the next.
  • Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type SETUP Button function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the channel with the same selected Music Type name. following items: •...

  • Page 253: Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (Ves ) (If Equipped)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press System (VES ) (If Equipped) the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display Refer to separate “Video Entertainment System (VES ) window.

  • Page 254: Video Entertainment System (Sales Code Xrv) - If Equipped

    252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODE XRV) — IF EQUIPPED The optional Video Entertainment System (VES)™ con- sists of a DVD player and LCD (liquid crystal display) screen, a battery-powered remote control, and two head- sets. The system is located in the headliner behind the front row seat.

  • Page 255: Radio Operation

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push will go to the beginning of the current track or to the button in the center. The function of the left hand control beginning of the previous track if it is within one second is different depending on which mode you are in.

  • Page 256: Radio Operation And Cellular Phones

    254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch- RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES ing the disc. Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being ON in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from 4.

  • Page 257: Climate Controls

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 CLIMATE CONTROLS Air Conditioning Operation To turn the air conditioning ON or OFF, perform Manual Control the following steps: • Position the mode control button to the desired airflow setting. • Set the front blower control to any desired speed. •...

  • Page 258: Front Blower Control

    256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL engine speed or power may be noticed when the com- Front Mode Control pressor cycles. This is a normal occurrence since the The mode control allows you to compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and choose from several patterns of air improve fuel economy.
  • Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 Recirculation Mode (Panel or Bi-Level) NOTE: There is a difference in temperature between the Select either the Panel or Bi-Level upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmer mode positions when the outside air air goes to the floor outlets.
  • Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes, even if the A/C button has not been pressed. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield. Temperature Control The temperature of the air is controlled by a slide located on the top center of the control panel.

  • Page 261: Rear Temperature Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 Rear Temperature Control — If Equipped Rotating this knob to the right of the OFF position allows Rotating this knob left to the the driver and front passenger to control the rear blower REAR CONTROL position al- speed, and the rear temperature using the front tempera- lows the passengers in the ture slide.

  • Page 262: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped

    260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped Automatic Control The control can be turned on by pressing the Power knob. The ATC system can maintain a steady comfort level in When the control is turned on, it will be in the last mode various weather conditions with a simple operation: prior to being turned off.

  • Page 263: Level Of Automatic Control

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 Level Of Automatic Control Customer-Programmable Features in Section 3. The 72°F (22°C) is the recommended setting for maximum mode will also be shown in the display and will change comfort for the average person, however, this may vary. as required during automatic operation.
  • Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL FAN Control engine speed or power may be noticed when the com- Use this knob to regulate the amount of air delivered pressor cycles. This is a normal occurrence since the through the system in any mode you select. Rotation compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and of the knob to increase (clockwise) or decrease (counter- improve fuel economy.
  • Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 NOTE: If the interior of the windows begin to fog, press Bi-Level the Recirculate button to return to outside air. Some Air flows through the outlets located in the instru- conditions will cause captured interior air to fog win- ment panel and those located on the floor.
  • Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Temperature Control (ATC) REAR OFF The REAR button cycles through the following modes: This turns the rear system off. The control will return to the front system display after approximately five seconds Rear Control From Front if no buttons are pushed while in one of the rear system This allows the driver or passenger to control the rear displays.

  • Page 267: Rear Zone Climate Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 Rear Zone Climate Control — If Equipped The rear compartment control uses two rotary knobs: one for the temperature control and the other for the fan Rear Outlets speed control. The mode for the rear air conditioning and Headliner air comes from the outlets in the headliner.

  • Page 268: Rear Rotary Temperature Control

    266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Rotary Blower Control NOTE: For best operation, make sure that ventilation The second row seat occupants have control of the rear grilles located in the rear storage area are not obstructed blower speed only when the front control unit is in the by stowed articles.

  • Page 269: Front Unit To Rear Unit Chart

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 Front Unit to Rear Unit Chart and adjust the temperature control and blower speed as necessary to maintain comfort. For high humidity condi- If the Front Control is Rear Airflow will come tions, it may be necessary to remain in the Recirculation selected from mode to maintain comfort.
  • Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a Winter Operation non-filming cleaning solution (vinegar and water works When operating the system during the winter months, very well) will help prevent contaminants (cigarette make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the smoke, perfumes, etc.) from sticking to the windows.

  • Page 271: Operating Tips Chart

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 Operating Tips Chart...
  • Page 273 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....275 Four-Wheel Drive Operation ....284 Normal Starting .
  • Page 274 272 STARTING AND OPERATING Shallow Standing Water ....291 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ....306 Power Steering .
  • Page 275 STARTING AND OPERATING 273 Limited-Use Spare — If Equipped ..320 Premium System – If Equipped ... 332 Tire Spinning ..... . . 321 General Information .
  • Page 276 274 STARTING AND OPERATING Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ....342 Loading ......348 Fuel Requirements .

  • Page 277: Starting Procedures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 275 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Be sure to turn off the engine and remove the key inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if from the ignition switch if you want to rest or present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat sleep in your car.

  • Page 278: Extremely Cold Weather (Below 20°F Or 29°C)

    276 STARTING AND OPERATING Tip Start Feature If Engine Fails To Start Do not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition switch to WARNING! the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run, and it •...

  • Page 279: After Starting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 277 release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor WARNING! (Continued) will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. Once this • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition it started.

  • Page 280: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped

    278 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER – IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The engine block heater warms the engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. to a standard 110-115 volt AC electrical outlet with a Damage to the 110-115 volt electrical cord could cause grounded, three wire extension cord.

  • Page 281: Brake/Transmission Interlock System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 279 Brake/Transmission Interlock System CAUTION! (Continued) This system prevents you from moving the shift lever out • Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL of PARK and into any gear unless the brake pedal is into any forward gear when the engine is above pressed.
  • Page 282 280 STARTING AND OPERATING PARK WARNING! This gear supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or Never use PARK while the vehicle is in motion. Apply NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range.
  • Page 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 NOTE: Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any 1 (First) other reason with the shift lever in NEUTRAL can result For driving up very steep hills and for engine braking at in severe transmission damage. Refer to “Recreational low speeds (25 mph {40 km/h} or less) when going Towing”...
  • Page 284 282 STARTING AND OPERATING • vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph (48 transmission may downshift out of OVERDRIVE until km/h); the transmission cools down. After cooldown, the trans- mission will resume normal operation. • the TOW/HAUL switch has not been activated; The transmission will downshift from OVERDRIVE to •...
  • Page 285 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 Torque Converter Clutch A feature designed to improve fuel economy is included in all automatic transmissions. A clutch within the torque converter engages automatically at a calibrated speed at light throttle. It engages at higher speeds under heavier acceleration.

  • Page 286: Four-Wheel Drive Operation

    284 STARTING AND OPERATING is sufficiently warm, will demonstrate that the transmis- FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION sion is able to shift into, and out of, Overdrive. For NV 140 Transfer Case Operating vehicles with 4.7L or 5.7L engines (which have two Information/Precautions –...

  • Page 287: Nv 244 Generation Ii Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 285 NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating roads. This feature provides the safety, security, and Information/Precautions – If Equipped convenience of operating in all-wheel drive at all times The NV 244 Generation II is an electric-shift transfer case regardless of road conditions.
  • Page 288 286 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is to be WARNING! used for recreational towing only. Refer to “Recreational Towing” in this section for specific procedures on shifting Always engage the parking brake when powering into and out of NEUTRAL. down the vehicle if the SVC 4WD Warning Light”...
  • Page 289 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the engine WARNING! speed is approximately three times that of the 4WD or 4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed. Take care You or others could be injured if you leave the not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the (40 km/h).

  • Page 290: Shifting Procedure - Nv 244 Generation Ii Transfer Case

    288 STARTING AND OPERATING 4WD LOCK Shifting Procedure - NV 244 Generation II This range locks the transfer case inter-axle differential, Transfer Case forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional traction for loose, slippery road sur- faces only.
  • Page 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 wheels to complete the shift. There may be a delay up to 3. While still rolling, rotate the transfer case control 13 seconds for the shift to complete after the wheels have switch to the desired position. stopped spinning.

  • Page 292: Driving On Slippery Surfaces

    290 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If any of the requirements to select a new 2. Slow down if road has standing water or puddles. transfer case position have not been met, the transfer case 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become will not shift.

  • Page 293: Flowing/Rising Water

    STARTING AND OPERATING 291 Flowing/Rising Water CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water WARNING! before driving through it. Never drive through Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path where standing water that is deeper than the bottom of water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
  • Page 294 292 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, km/h) when driving through standing water.

  • Page 295: Power Steering

    STARTING AND OPERATING 293 POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability Continued operation with reduced power steering in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. steering capability if power assist is lost.

  • Page 296: Power Steering Fluid Check

    294 STARTING AND OPERATING surfaces. For correct fluid type, refer to ”Power Steering Power Steering Fluid Check Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined Reservoir” under “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine service interval is not required. The fluid should only be Parts”...
  • Page 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 NOTE: The instrument cluster brake warning light indicates only that the parking brake is applied. You must be sure the parking brake is fully applied before leaving the vehicle. When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade.

  • Page 298: Anti-Lock Brake System

    296 STARTING AND OPERATING All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and WARNING! (Continued) type, and tires must be properly inflated, to produce • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged accurate signals for the computer. before driving, failure to do so can lead to brake failure and an accident.
  • Page 299 STARTING AND OPERATING 297 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their those resulting from excessive speed in turns, effectiveness and may lead to an accident. Pumping following another vehicle too closely, or hydro- makes the stopping distance longer.
  • Page 300 298 STARTING AND OPERATING • Engines may idle at higher speeds during warm-up, NOTE: During severe braking conditions, a pulsing sensation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard. which could cause rear wheels to spin and result in This is normal, indicating that the ABS is functioning.

  • Page 301: Electronic Brake Control System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 299 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic • ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics brake control system that includes Anti-Lock Brake Sys- tem (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Brake Assist from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase System (BAS), Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM), Elec- braking or steering efficiency beyond that af-...

  • Page 302: Traction Control System (Tcs)

    300 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) Brake Assist System (BAS) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels. 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.
  • Page 303 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 applies optimum pressure to the brakes in emergency WARNING! braking conditions. This can help reduce braking dis- • BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics tances. The BAS complements the ABS. Applying the brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase receive the benefit of the system, you must apply con- braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the...

  • Page 304: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)

    302 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) WARNING! This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines that the rate tions and driving conditions, influence the chance of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicles speed that wheel lift or rollover may occur.

  • Page 305: Electronic Stability Program (Esp)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 303 • Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than Electronic Stability Program (ESP) appropriate for the steering wheel position. This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESP cor- ESP/TCS Indicator Light rects for over/under steering of the vehicle by applying The ESP/TCS Indicator Light starts to flash as...
  • Page 306 304 STARTING AND OPERATING in this mode. This mode should be used for almost all WARNING! (Continued) driving situations. ESP should only be turned to “Partial • ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those Off” for specific reasons as noted below. resulting from excessive speed in turns, or hydro- This mode is entered by momentarily planing.
  • Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 4WD LOW Range WARNING! Partial Off In the “Partial Off” mode, the engine torque reduc- This is the normal operating mode for ESP in 4WD LOW. tion and stability features are desensitized. There- Whenever the vehicle is started in 4WD LOW or the fore, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP is transfer case (if equipped) is shifted from 4WD LOCK or unavailable.

  • Page 308: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)

    306 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: When the vehicle is in 4WD LOW, a feature of apply individual brakes that will counter act the sway of the ESP system remains active whether the ESP is on or the trailer. TSC will become active automatically once the off.

  • Page 309: Tire Safety Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 307 and the vehicle has been driven several miles at speeds TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your authorized Tire Markings dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. NOTE: •...
  • Page 310 308 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” ing the size designation.
  • Page 311 STARTING AND OPERATING 309 Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: 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)
  • Page 312 310 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...

  • Page 313: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 311 Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.

  • Page 314: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    312 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: Tire Placard Location 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed 2) total weight your vehicle can carry on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side 3) tire size designed for your vehicle...
  • Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. axles must not be exceeded. For further information on 3.
  • Page 316 314 STARTING AND OPERATING 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your and number and size of occupants. This table is for trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for manual to determine how this reduces the available the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle.
  • Page 317 STARTING AND OPERATING 315...

  • Page 318: Tires - General Information

    316 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause accidents. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.

  • Page 319: Tire Inflation Pressures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 317 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed either on • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- the face of the driver’s door or on the driver’s side “B” hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to pillar.
  • Page 320 318 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the Winter.

  • Page 321: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation

    STARTING AND OPERATING 319 Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...

  • Page 322: Limited-Use Spare - If Equipped

    320 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle only. Since this tire has limited tread life, the DO NOT install more than one compact spare tire/wheel original tire should be repaired (or replaced) and rein- on the vehicle at any given time. stalled at the first opportunity. CAUTION! WARNING! Because of the reduced ground clearance, DO NOT...

  • Page 323: Tire Spinning

    STARTING AND OPERATING 321 WARNING! WARNING! The limited-use spare tires are for emergency use Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- only. Installation of this limited-use spare tire affects ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- vehicle handling. With this tire, DO NOT drive more age or failure.

  • Page 324: Life Of Tire

    322 STARTING AND OPERATING Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point. Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven WARNING! 1 —...

  • Page 325: Replacement Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 323 Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little WARNING! exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil, grease, and gasoline. DO NOT use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle.

  • Page 326: Alignment And Balance

    324 STARTING AND OPERATING Alignment And Balance WARNING! Poor suspension alignment may result in: • NEVER use a tire with a smaller load index or • Fast tire wear. capacity, other than what was originally equipped • Uneven tire wear, such as feathering and one-sided on your vehicle.

  • Page 327: Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 325 SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION CAUTION! (Continued) — IF EQUIPPED • Because of limited chain clearance between tires A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen- and other suspension components, it is important gers [150 lbs (68 kg) each] plus 200 lbs (91 kg) of cargo. that only chains in good condition are used.

  • Page 328: Snow Tires

    326 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! • Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructions Do not use tire chains on 4x4 trucks equipped with on method of installation, operating speed, and tires other than P245/70R17 tires. There may not be conditions for usage.

  • Page 329: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    STARTING AND OPERATING 327 While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be checked before using these tire types. TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving,...

  • Page 330: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)

    328 STARTING AND OPERATING TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warn pressure falls below the low pressure warning threshold the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle for any reason, including low temperature effects, or recommended cold placard pressure (the placard is lo- natural pressure loss through the tire.
  • Page 331 STARTING AND OPERATING 329 For example, your vehicle has a recommended cold CAUTION! (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure of 33 psi (227 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) The TPMS has been optimized for the original and the measured tire pressure is 28 psi (193 kPa), a equipment tires and wheels.

  • Page 332: Base System - If Equipped

    330 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire the tire.
  • Page 333 STARTING AND OPERATING 331 The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp will condition no longer exists. A system fault can occur by any illuminate in the instrument cluster, and an au- of the following scenarios: 1) Jamming due to electronic dible chime will be activated when one or more of devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio the four active road tire pressures are low.

  • Page 334: Premium System - If Equipped

    332 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. However, after driving the vehicle for up to 10 min- monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted to each utes above 15 mph (25 km/h), the TPM Telltale Lamp wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on readings to the receiver module.
  • Page 335 STARTING AND OPERATING 333 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings Check TPMS Message The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumi- The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on nate in the instrument cluster, and an audible chime will and off for 75 seconds, and remain on solid when a be activated when one or more of the four active road tire system fault is detected.
  • Page 336 334 STARTING AND OPERATING affects radio wave signals; 3) Lots of snow or ice around flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. the wheels or wheel housings; 4) Using tire chains on the The EVIC will display a “CHECK TPM SYSTEM” mes- vehicle;...

  • Page 337: General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 335 The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 minutes FUEL REQUIREMENTS above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive All engines (except 5.7L engines) are de- this information. signed to meet all emissions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and General Information performance when using high quality un-...

  • Page 338: Reformulated Gasoline

    336 STARTING AND OPERATING premium gasoline will not provide a benefit over high Reformulated Gasoline quality regular and mid-grade gasolines, and in some Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner circumstances may result in poorer performance. burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates, and are spe- Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im-...

  • Page 339: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles

    STARTING AND OPERATING 337 • OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light” on CAUTION! • poor engine performance DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or E85 • poor cold start and cold drivability Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems and may damage critical •...

  • Page 340: Mmt In Gasoline

    338 STARTING AND OPERATING MMT In Gasoline Materials Added To Fuel MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is All gasolines sold in the United States are required to blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional blended with MMT provides no performance advantage detergents or other additives is not needed under normal beyond gasoline of the same octane number without...
  • Page 341 STARTING AND OPERATING 339 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition • The use of fuel additives which are now being malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to sold as octane enhancers is not recommended. overheat.

  • Page 342: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    340 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper WARNING! maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mal conditions repaired promptly.
  • Page 343 STARTING AND OPERATING 341 these vehicles. Please refer to the other sections of this CAUTION! manual for information on features that are common between Flexible Fuel and gasoline-only powered ve- Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler cap (gas cap) hicles.

  • Page 344: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)

    342 STARTING AND OPERATING For best results, a refueling pattern that avoids alternat- ETHANOL FUEL (E-85) E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and ing between E-85 and unleaded gasoline is recom- 15% unleaded gasoline. mended. When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: WARNING! •...

  • Page 345: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel

    You can expect your miles per gallon Chrysler LLC engines. Use MOPAR or an equivalent oil (mpg)/miles per liter and your driving range to decrease meeting the specification MS-6395.

  • Page 346: Adding Fuel

    344 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys- compatible components can damage your vehicle. tem could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system.

  • Page 347: Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Message

    STARTING AND OPERATING 345 WARNING! WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You tank filled.

  • Page 348: Vehicle Loading

    346 STARTING AND OPERATING the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will VEHICLE LOADING turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). Resolving Certification Label the problem will turn the MIL light off. As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration Regulations, your vehicle has a certification CAUTION! label affixed to the driver’s side door.
  • Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 This label contains the month and year of manufacture, Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification and rear axles.

  • Page 350: Curb Weight

    348 STARTING AND OPERATING Inflation Pressure (Cold) The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commer- This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for cial scale to ensure that the GVWR has not been ex- all loading conditions up to full GAWR. ceeded.

  • Page 351: Trailer Towing

    STARTING AND OPERATING 349 Common Towing Definitions WARNING! The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR. If you do, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
  • Page 352 350 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) Trailer Tongue Weight (TW) The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle The TW is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball and trailer when weighed in combination. (Note that by the trailer.
  • Page 353 STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Weight-Distributing Hitch WARNING! A weight-distributing hitch works by applying leverage through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for An improperly adjusted weight-distributing hitch heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to the may reduce handling, stability, and braking perfor- tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s).
  • Page 354 352 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE — Without Weight-Distributing Hitch EXAMPLE — With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct) (Incorrect)

  • Page 355: Trailer Hitch Classification

    STARTING AND OPERATING 353 Trailer Hitch Classification The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to the standard equipment. 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.

  • Page 356: Trailer Towing Weights

    354 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Trailer Hitch Classification Ratings) Class Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maxi- Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: Class II - Medium 3,500 lbs (1587 kg)

  • Page 357: Towing Requirements

    STARTING AND OPERATING 355 • The weight of the driver and all passengers. Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch. 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.
  • Page 358 356 STARTING AND OPERATING • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not over- Perform the maintenance listed in the Maintenance Schedule. Refer to Section 8 of this manual. When towing load your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can cause a a trailer, never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings.
  • Page 359 STARTING AND OPERATING 357 • GCWR must not be exceeded. Towing Requirements — Tires • Total weight must be distributed between the tow − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact vehicle and the trailer so that the following four spare tire.
  • Page 360 358 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes CAUTION! − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. loaded, it should have its own brakes and they This could cause inadequate braking and possible should be of adequate capacity.
  • Page 361 STARTING AND OPERATING 359 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 362: Towing Tips

    360 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How- ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the TOW/HAUL feature should be selected.
  • Page 363 STARTING AND OPERATING 361 NOTE: Check the automatic transmission fluid level Towing Tips — Cooling System before towing. To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- heating, take the following actions: Towing Tips — Tow/Haul (If Equipped) To reduce potential for automatic transmission overheat- −...

  • Page 364: Snowplow

    362 STARTING AND OPERATING SNOWPLOW RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND Snow plows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment MOTORHOME, ETC.) should not be added to the front end of your vehicle. The 2WD Models airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the Recreational towing of 2WD models is not allowable.
  • Page 365 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 NOTE: The NV 244 Generation II transfer case must be WARNING! shifted into NEUTRAL for recreational towing. The NEU- TRAL selection button is located on the lower left-hand You or others could be injured if you leave the corner of the 4WD Control Switch.
  • Page 366 364 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Turn the ignition key to the ON position without 12. Turn ignition key to the unlocked OFF position. starting the engine. 13. Shift the transmission into PARK. 4. Depress brake pedal. 14. Attach vehicle to tow vehicle with tow bar. 5.
  • Page 367 STARTING AND OPERATING 365 6. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, CAUTION! depress the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL button for one second. Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- mission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case in 7.
  • Page 368 366 STARTING AND OPERATING If any of these requirements are not met prior to depress- CAUTION! ing the NEUTRAL button or are no longer met during the • Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar one second time, then all of the position indicator lights will flash continuously until all requirements are met or on your vehicle.

  • Page 369: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....368 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ....379 Jacking Instructions .

  • Page 370: Hazard Warning Flasher

    368 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES To operate the hazard warning flashers press the switch HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The hazard warning flasher switch is located on the top and all front and rear directional signals will flash of the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. intermittently.

  • Page 371: Jacking Instructions

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 369 JACKING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack.

  • Page 372: Removing The Spare Tire

    370 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Remove the rubber plug from the floor in the cargo Removing The Spare Tire The spare tire on your vehicle is located underneath the area. vehicle in the rear. Spare Tire Winch Spare Tire Location 2.

  • Page 373: Tire Changing Procedure

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 371 3. Turn the wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare Tire Changing Procedure tire. Continue to turn the wrench until the spare tire can WARNING! be pulled out from under the vehicle. It is recommended that you stow the flat tire or spare to Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous.
  • Page 374 372 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Block both the front and rear of the Preparations Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or wheel diagonally opposite the jack- slippery areas. Set the parking brake and place the shift ing position.
  • Page 375 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 373 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Only use the jack in the positions indicated and Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to for lifting this vehicle during a tire change. help prevent personal injury or damage to your •...
  • Page 376 374 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. When changing a front wheel, place the jack under the When changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive frame rail behind the wheel. Locate the jack as far tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the forward as possible on the straight part of the frame extension tube.
  • Page 377 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 375 WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle unstable and cause an accident. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 5.
  • Page 378 376 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to hard stop could injure someone in the vehicle. Al- help prevent personal injury or damage to your ways stow the jack, tools and the extra tire and wheel vehicle: •...

  • Page 379: Jump-Starting Procedures

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 377 JUMP–STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely WARNING! careful of motor traffic. • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not • To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or cloth- securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the ing.
  • Page 380 378 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the indicator is dark or shows a green dot, proceed as WARNING! follows: Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this 1. Wear eye protection and remove all metal jewelry such could establish a ground connection and personal as watch bands or bracelets which might make an injury could result.

  • Page 381: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 379 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! During cold weather when temperatures are below Any procedure other than above could result in: freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery • Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery vent;...

  • Page 382: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped

    380 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES The least amount of accelerator pedal pressure to main- WARNING! tain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or • Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck racing the engine is most effective. Allow the engine to idle with the shift lever in NEUTRAL for at least one vehicle.

  • Page 383: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 381 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE rear wheels on the ground. The speed must not exceed 30 Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent mph (50 km/h), and the distance must not exceed 15 damage to your vehicle.

  • Page 385: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment – 4.7L ....385 Engine Oil ......390 Engine Compartment –...
  • Page 386 384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System ..... . 397 Vehicle Storage ..... . . 423 Cooling System .

  • Page 387: Engine Compartment - 4.7L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 4.7L 1 — Battery 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 9 — Integrated Power Module 4 — Engine Oil Fill 10 —...

  • Page 388: Engine Compartment - 5.7L

    386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 5.7L 1 — Battery 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Integrated Power Module 4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 10 —...

  • Page 389: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.

  • Page 390: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE problem persists, the message will appear the next time serviced, recently had a dead battery, or a battery replace- the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not If the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.

  • Page 391: Replacement Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system to update. A recheck with the above test routine happen: may then indicate that the system is now ready. a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF ready or not ready, if the MIL is illuminated during...

  • Page 392: Dealer Service

    390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
  • Page 393 API certified and meet improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Always the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. maintain the oil level within the SAFE zone on the American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil dipstick.

  • Page 394: Engine Oil Filter

    392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended Materials Added to Engine Oils engine oil viscosity for your vehicle. For information on The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart- dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to ment”...

  • Page 395: Engine Air Cleaner Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 Engine Oil Filter Selection WARNING! The manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high in the case of engine backfire.

  • Page 396: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin or clothing.

  • Page 397: Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C System test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compres- time. sor Oils and Refrigerants. Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling WARNING! R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-...

  • Page 398: Body Lubrication

    396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE contamination of the grease. This would require com- The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a plete replacement of the joint assembly. Refer to the year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small Service Manual for the detailed replacement procedure.

  • Page 399: Windshield And Rear Window Washers

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 Windshield and Rear Window Washers WARNING! The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared. The fluid reservoir is Commercially available windshield washer solvents located in the engine compartment: be sure to check the are flammable.
  • Page 400 398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised CAUTION! for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your WARNING! vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv- Exhaust gases can injure or kill.
  • Page 401 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in materials that can burn.

  • Page 402: Cooling System

    400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub- Cooling System ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection WARNING! at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for leaks. You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or With the engine at normal operating temperature (but steam from your radiator.
  • Page 403 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 If the solution is dirty or contains a considerable amount CAUTION! (Continued) of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling • Do not use plain water alone or alcohol-based system cleaner. Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove engine coolant (antifreeze) products.
  • Page 404 402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) coolant. When tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- adding coolant: cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
  • Page 405 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant in open WARNING! containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on ground. If ingested by a child, contact a physician immediately.
  • Page 406 404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the When additional coolant is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do coolant recovery bottle. If antifreeze needs to be not overfill.

  • Page 407: Brake System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter For correct fluid type, refer to ”Brake Master Cylinder” operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install under “Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts” in this ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may section.

  • Page 408: Automatic Transmission

    406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To check the automatic transmission fluid level properly, CAUTION! the following procedure must be used: Do not allow a petroleum-base fluid to contaminate 1. Operate the engine at idle speed and normal operating the brake fluid. Seal damage may result. temperature.
  • Page 409 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 required into the dipstick tube. Do not overfill. After CAUTION! adding any quantity of oil through the oil fill tube, wait a minimum of two minutes for the oil to fully drain into Be aware that if the fluid temperature is below 50°F the transmission before rechecking the fluid level.

  • Page 410: Transfer Case

    408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection of Lubricant CAUTION! It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- mance. Use only manufacturer’s recommended transmis- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration sion fluid;...

  • Page 411: Axles

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will CAUTION! result in corrosion and possible failure of differential components. Operation of the vehicle in water, as may be Damage may result from operation of the vehicle encountered in some off-highway types of service, will with low transfer case fluid.

  • Page 412: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The most common causes are: Appearance Care and Protection From Corrosion • Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- • Stone and gravel impact. graphic locations and usage.
  • Page 413 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 • Use MOPAR Cleaner Wax to remove road film, Special Care stains, and to protect your paint finish. Take care never • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive to scratch the paint. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
  • Page 414 412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, cleaner. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’ packaged and sealed.
  • Page 415 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 • Do not use any solvents or protectants on YES Essen- Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth tials products. and MOPAR Total Clean. Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please Interior Care do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter- Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and...
  • Page 416 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- molded in clear plastic.

  • Page 417: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 FUSES CAUTION! When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it suggests a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
  • Page 418 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Run/Start for Cavity Mini Fuse/Color Description 10 Amp Red Cluster/Transfer Case/ Instrument Cluster 15 Amp Blue Seat Sw. Back Lighting Battery Feed Satellite Digital Audio 10 Amp Red Spare Receiver (SDAR)/Digital Ignition Run/Start for 10 Amp Red Video Disc (DVD) Next Generation Control- Battery Feed...

  • Page 419: Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) Reconfigurable Power 20 Amp Yellow Outlets Ignition Run / Rear Park 20 Amp Yellow Assist / Second Row Heated Seats 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter Ignition 10 Amp Red Spare Fuse Heating &...
  • Page 420 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE This center contains cartridge fuses, mini fuses and Cartridge Cav- relays. A description of each fuse and component may be Fuse / Mini Fuse Description stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity num- Relay ber of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that 30 Amp Run Remote Relay corresponds to the following chart.
  • Page 421 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 Cartridge Cartridge Cav- Cav- Fuse / Mini Fuse Description Fuse / Mini Fuse Description Relay Relay 40 Amp ESP Pump 20 Amp Next Generation Con- Green Yellow troller (NGC) Batt 50 Amp JB Feed 20 Amp Trailer Tow Yellow 10 Amp...

  • Page 422: Underhood Fuses (Integrated Power Module)

    420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses (Integrated Power Module) Cartridge Cav- Fuse / Mini Fuse Description Relay Relay Starter Relay Electronic Automatic Transaxle (EATX) Relay AC Clutch Relay Fuel Pump Rly Spare Relay Stop Lamp Switch Spare Relay Blower Motor Relay Auto Shut Down 1 —...
  • Page 423 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 An integrated power module is located in the left side of Cartridge Cav- the engine compartment. This center contains cartridge Fuse / Mini Fuse Description fuses, mini fuses and relays. A description of each fuse Relay and component may be stamped on the inside cover, 10 Amp Lt Park Lamps...
  • Page 424 422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cartridge Cav- Cav- Fuse / Mini Fuse Description Fuse / Mini Fuse Description Relay Relay 20 Amp Horn Relay Radiator Fan Lo Rly Yellow Relay Ft Fog Lamps Rly 20 Amp Rear Wiper Relay Adjustable Pedal Rly Yellow 30 Amp Ignition Off Draw...

  • Page 425: Vehicle Storage

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we recommend that you take the following steps to mini- LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb No. mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery: Dome Light .

  • Page 426: Bulb Replacement

    424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove one nut that attaches the headlight to the BULB REPLACEMENT inner fender panel. Access to the nut is possible by Headlights/Parking/Turn Signal opening the fender panel access door which is located in 1. Remove the two bolts attaching the headlight to the the wheel liner.

  • Page 427: Tail Lights, Turn Signals And Backup Lights - Replacement

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 4. While firmly holding the headlight in your hands Tail Lights, Turn Signals And Backup Lights — disconnect all connectors by following the procedure Replacement described in step number 5 below. 1. Remove the two push-pins from the tail light housing. 5.
  • Page 428 426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate the light to the outboard side of the vehicle and 3. Unlock and remove electrical connector. remove.

  • Page 429: License Lights

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 4. Twist bulb sockets counterclockwise to remove from License Lights housing. 1. Push tab towards the light and remove light assembly. 5. Remove the bulbs from the bulb sockets by pulling the bulb straight out.

  • Page 430: Center High-Mounted Stoplight

    428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Center High-Mounted Stoplight 1. Remove two screws securing stoplight housing assem- bly to the liftgate. 3. Pull bulb from socket.

  • Page 431: Fog Lights

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 2. Turn socket 1/4 counterclockwise and free from hous- Fog Lights ing. 1 - Wheel Liner Screws 2 - Far Left Air Dam Screw 3. Pull bulb straight from socket to remove. To replace the left foglamp bulb: 1.
  • Page 432 430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove the far left air dam screw at the bottom of the The right fog light can be accessed from below the fascia. vehicle. Follow the previous Steps 4 and 5 of the left fog light to replace the bulb.

  • Page 433: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 27 Gallons 102 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 4.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.7 Liters 5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System (Includes 2.1 Quarts/2 Liters for Cool- ant Bottle) 4.7L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/ 14.2 Quarts...

  • Page 434: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts

    Engine Oil (4.7L/5.7L Engines) Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. NOTE: Vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine must use SAE 5W-20 oil. Failure to do so may result in improper operation of the Multi-Displacement System (MDS).

  • Page 435: Chassis

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission MOPAR ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Transfer Case MOPAR ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Front Axle SAE 75W-90 Multipurpose Type, GL-5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent. Rear Axle SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent. Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent.
  • Page 437 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emissions Control System Maintenance ..436 Required Maintenance Intervals ..438 Maintenance Schedule ....436...
  • Page 438 436 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type, The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. the continued proper functioning of the Emissions Con- On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) trol System.
  • Page 439 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 437 NOTE: Displays)” in Section 3, or under “Odometer/Trip Odom- • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the eter” under “Instrument Cluster Description” in Section time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s oil if it has been 6 months since your last oil change At Each Stop for Fuel even if the oil change indicator message is NOT •...
  • Page 440 438 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake Required Maintenance Intervals master cylinder, power steering and transmission and NOTE: ** Vehicles built with the 4.7L engine are add as needed. equipped with 16 spark plugs; one set is located on the •...
  • Page 441 Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. Inspect the CV joints. Inspect exhaust system. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 442 Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 443 Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 444 Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months if not done at 102,000 miles (170 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...

  • Page 445: Service Schedule

    Inspect exhaust system. Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 446 Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 447 Inspect exhaust system. Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 448 Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 449 Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing. Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. Replace accessory drive belt(s). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 450 448 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. 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 451 Reporting Safety Defects ....454 Chrysler LLC Customer Center ... 452 In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
  • Page 452 450 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Publication Order Forms ....455 Traction Grades ..... . 457 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Temperature Grades .

  • Page 453: If You Need Consumer Assistance 451

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 451 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...
  • Page 454 Phone: (800) 992-1997 ship. They want to know if you need assistance. Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center • If an authorized dealership is unable to resolve the P.O. Box 1621 concern, you may contact the Manufacturer’s Cus- Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 tomer Center.
  • Page 455 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 453 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech have any questions about the service contract, call the Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s Service Contract National Customer Hot- To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the line at 1-800-521-9922. manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- The manufacturer will not stand behind any service cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer...
  • Page 456 WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an provisions of Chrysler Motors LLC warranties applicable investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in to this vehicle.

  • Page 457: Publication Order Forms

    Recalls, 2780 Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1B need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, 3V9. maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler LLC vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the ve- hicle, system, and/or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams,...

  • Page 458: Quality Grades

    Chrysler LLC vehicles. your vehicle. Included are starting, operating, emergency and main-...

  • Page 459: Traction Grades

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 457 Treadwear Traction Grades The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on conditions on a specified government test course.

  • Page 460: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Temperature Grades

    458 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
  • Page 461 INDEX...
  • Page 462 460 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ... . 206,296 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ....401,431 Adding Fuel ......344 Disposal .
  • Page 463 INDEX 461 Axle Fluid ......433 Parking ......294 Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) .
  • Page 464 462 INDEX Cargo Organizer ......193 Compass Calibration ..... 174 Cargo (Vehicle Loading) .
  • Page 465 INDEX 463 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..401,431,432 Disposal Temperature Gauge ..... 204 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ....403 Cruise Control (Speed Control) .
  • Page 466 464 INDEX Traction Control System ....300 Fails to Start ......276 Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) .
  • Page 467 INDEX 465 Filters Fluid Level Checks Air Cleaner ......393 Automatic Transmission ....406 Engine Oil .
  • Page 468 466 INDEX Tank Capacity ......431 Gross Axle Weight Rating ....347,350 Fuel, Flexible .
  • Page 469 INDEX 467 Heated Seats ......123 Information Center, Vehicle ....167 Heater .
  • Page 470 468 INDEX Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....15 Daytime Running ..... . 146 Keyless Entry System .
  • Page 471 INDEX 469 Traction Control ..... . . 303 Maintenance Free Battery ....393 Turn Signal .
  • Page 472 470 INDEX Mopar Parts ......389,454 Materials Added to ..... 392 Multi-Displacement Engine System .
  • Page 473 INDEX 471 Pedals, Adjustable ..... . . 153 Preparation for Jacking ....372 Personal Settings .
  • Page 474 472 INDEX Reclining Front Seats ..... 120 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ....379 Recorder, Event Data .
  • Page 475 INDEX 473 Extender ......53 Service and Maintenance ....390 Front Seat .
  • Page 476 474 INDEX Spare Tire ......319,320 Synthetic Engine Oil ..... . 392 Speed Control (Cruise Control) .
  • Page 477 INDEX 475 Chains ......325 Spinning ......321 Changing .
  • Page 478 476 INDEX Minimum Requirements ....355 Tread Wear Indicators ....321 Trailer and Tongue Weight .
  • Page 479 INDEX 477 Video Entertainment System Wheel Mounting ......371 (Rear Seat Video System) ....252 Wheel Nut Torque .
  • Page 480 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
  • Page 481 Chrysler LLC 81-026-0952 First Edition Printed in U.S.A.

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